A dictionary defining only one word - refugee - has been unveiled to mark today’s 70th anniversary of the UN Refugee Convention, which the UK helped launch and ratify in 1951. Containing over 1,000 personal definitions submitted by members of the public, including faith leaders, local communities, high profile figures and refugees themselves, ‘The Refugee Dictionary’ demonstrates a strong sense of solidarity and helps to illustrate the stories, lives and contributions of refugees in the UK. The dictionary was created by the UN Refugee Agency’s UK charity partner, UK for UNHCR.
The Devon Art Society´s Summer Art Show with works for sale, will be held at St. Anne’s Hall, Babbacombe. There will be hundreds of paintings on display. The artists are showing works covering classical themes such as floral, still-life, figurative and landscape as well as seascape subject matters and some abstracts too.
This August a delightful and terrifically modern musical theatre adaptation of J.M. Barrie’s classic tale comes to the historic Powderham Castle , some parts of which age back to 14th century. Brought to life by an exceptionally talented young cast from British Youth Music Theatre (BYMT), this truly memorable family show combines a fabulous pop-rock score, and features the stunning ensemble work.
Embark on a breath-taking journey to Neverland with the boy who never grew up. The acclaimed creative team and young performers will be working together to recreate the vivid and magical...
Although men's braided shoes are not yet very popular, more and more men appreciate their original cut. The footwear is best suited for fashion with a reduced level of formality – not only for spring and summer. Find out what braided shoe models are the most popular.
Braided shoes are an ideal proposal for men who like to experiment with their image. Shoes with a woven pattern will emphasize every style and make you feel like a real gentleman. Find out why you should wear branded shoes.
Visitors to Dartmoor are being urged to stay away from its native ponies to help stop the spread of a vicious new strain of strangles.
Ponies are already suffering from the highly contagious infection, and now the Dartmoor Pony Heritage Trust is putting a firewall around the 450 hectare site it leases from Forestry England at Bellever to try and protect its herd of 27 ponies. It hopes this will prevent the infection from spreading further to other herds on the moors.
The site is very popular with visitors but with ponies at Haytor and Widecombe already infected it is...
70 year old Derek Hathaway from Exeter has realised his personal challenge to sail solo around the coast of Britain – and including gift aid, raised £4,141.25 for local charity Rainbow Living.
Originally due to depart April 2020, Derek’s plans were put on hold when the UK went into lockdown but with the easing of restrictions earlier this year, he finally set sail on the 20th April.
Derek launched from Starcross Yacht Club on the Exe, sailing anti-clockwise around the coast of Britain. He travelled east towards Ramsgate via the Solent, before heading north to Scotland and...
There are over 55,000 self-employed artists in the UK, as per recent stats. Whether you pursue art as a profession or a hobby, it's critical to invest in high-grade art supplies for the best results. Art enthusiasts use tools like paint markers for several reasons. These markers are excellent for sketching and doodling.
To paint well and explore your creativity, you need access to premium-grade paint markers like Posca Pens UK . Not only do these pens offer high-quality results, but they are also reasonably priced. There are several paint marker types you may choose from. You may...
Although age is just a number, many people feel as though they have to look and act a certain way to be validated in today’s society. Growing older is a natural process that no one can escape. However, it is natural to want to look your best no matter your age, and maintaining a youthful glow is a big part of that. Here are a few top tips to help you look your best.
Remove Makeup Properly
If you have gotten into the habit of giving your face a quick wipe after a day of wearing make-up, stop this right now. Correct makeup removal makes a huge difference to the quality of your skin...
A breast cancer survivor from Exeter set out this week to ride her motorbike around Great Britain for a local charity.
Mum-of-two Kate West will ride her 600cc Honda up to 4,000 miles over four weeks in aid of FORCE Cancer Charity.
“FORCE have been part of my life for many years now, helping me and some very close friends and family cope with cancer diagnoses, both of their own and loved ones, both treatable and terminal,” said Kate.
“They continue to provide help and support for many people in so many ways - I really don't know what we would do without them,” she...
A large number of people all over the world need to wear glasses to correct a problem with their vision. With how commonplace glasses are, it is unsurprising that some issues are more prevalent than others. By identifying the common problems people have regarding eyewear, you can help to better prepare yourself for these situations, and even take steps to avoid them altogether. Ultimately, your glasses are there to help you to see better, find enjoyment in life, and even carry out aspects of your day safely, so you want to make sure that any problems are rectified sooner rather than later...
