5 Warning signs to identify alcohol abuse

Most of the people who struggle with alcohol or any other kind of substance abuse don’t realize that they have a problem. But the near and dear ones of an individual suffering from alcohol abuse can actually see the signs of alcohol abuse and can witness the negative impacts of the problem as well. The professionals of alcohol rehab in Exeter suggest that if any individual ever notices any sign of alcohol abuse in one of his dear ones, he must immediately seek the help of professional therapists to help the person overcome the problem.

5 Signs to identify alcohol abuse...

Could lockdown be working wonders for your student budget?

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Tue, 03/09/2021 - 6:40am

Most of the time, students are skint. Of course, we can’t make sweeping generalisations, but even students who work part-time jobs on the side of their studies don’t usually rake the money in, often relying on their student loans to see them through the semester.

Add to the low income the fact that there is so much that students can usually fritter their money away on (take out, wine, nights out, nights in, clothes, make-up, concert tickets – the list goes on) then the end result is almost always a skint student taking loans off the bank of mum and dad.

Of course, those...

5 Things to look for when getting an online fortune reading

1. Reading Method

Fortune reading can be done via a plethora of methods, and each method gets accompanied by a specific result. Fortune reading can be done via a plethora of methods, and each method gets accompanied by a specific result. As a client, you may have a favorite reading method that you prefer for your readings, and it is advisable to find a fortune teller who utilizes the reading method of choice. Most popular fortune reading methods include tarot cards, numerology, palm reading, and crystal reading. For online readings, some of these methods are...

How you can help Ride On get more people on bikes

Looking for a second-hand bike for yourself or a child? Yes, Facebook Marketplace and Gumtree are convenient and cheap, but think about the advantages of buying a bike that has been maintained and serviced by experienced, qualified mechanics and volunteers.

At Ride On Cycling for All we ensure our bikes meet high safety standards. They are sold with a two-month warranty and our team can provide you with impartial advice on which bike would best suit your needs. Plus, Ride On bikes are affordable with adult bike prices starting at just £85 and children’s at £30 - £70.

Our...

RSPCA campaigns for a change in the law to help the charity rehome neglected and abused animals

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 03/08/2021 - 9:41pm

The RSPCA is calling for a new animal welfare law which will give animals involved in legal proceedings in the South West the chance to be rehomed much more quickly.

Currently, some neglected and abused pets which are rescued by the RSPCA as part of an investigation cannot be rehomed until the case itself has completed, which sadly means some animals can wait months and even years before finding their second chance.

As part of its Second Chances campaign, the charity is calling for a change in the law which would mean an animal’s future is no longer dependent on court...

Vehicle theft plummets by third against lockdown backdrop

Vehicle theft plummets by third against lockdown backdrop

Vehicle theft plummets by third against lockdown backdrop

Vehicle theft fell by 31% across the country in 2020, according to new analysis by Quotezone.co.uk using the latest data gathered by the Economic Policy Centre.

The figures show thefts dropped from just under 440,000 in 2019 to 304,870 the following year.

The Metropolitan Police Service, covering 32 boroughs in the capital, continued to top the highest number of reported vehicle thefts with 108,340 in 2020 and the highest crime rate at 15.1 reported thefts / 1,000 residents.

Year-on-year crimes...

What are the different type of radios? - A quick guide 

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 03/08/2021 - 8:48pm

Ever wondered how the audio show you are listening to on your mobile phone reaches from the radio station to your handset invisibly without the sim, wire, or internet?

Well, it’s all the magic of radio broadcasting. Your radio set or the radio fitted in your cell phones use the radio waves to carry the information like sound, music, etc. The technology was developed in 1885 to transfer information instead of telegraphs but soon it gets application in general broadcasting by 1920 and is still a great telecommunication medium.

With the passing time radio has evolved like...

International Women’s Day: Celebrating the role of women in Devon’s coronavirus vaccination programme

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 03/08/2021 - 4:03pm

The role that women are playing in Devon’s fight against coronavirus (COVID-19) is being highlighted today, as part of International Women’s Day.

Women across the county are working in a range of roles supporting Devon’s vaccination programme at hospitals, GP-led sites, community teams, pharmacies, and care homes.

In Devon, more than 445,000 people have now had their first dose of the life-saving coronavirus vaccine since the first person in the county received their vaccination at Derriford Hospital, Plymouth on 8 December 2020.

Women make up around three...

FSB shines light on female business success

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 03/08/2021 - 3:55pm

Female-focussed businesses from all across the South West came together to celebrate the passion and enthusiasm of women business owners and entrepreneurs in the region when Britain’s biggest business group staged its first regional ‘Women in Enterprise’ conference.

Taking place in the same week as International Women’s Day, the FSB (Federation of Small Businesses) hosted the virtual event featuring speakers, panel sessions and networking which attracted attendees from Cornwall, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, Bath, Devon, Bristol and Somerset.

Among the sessions on...

A new Hero category for National Business Women's Awards

The popular National Business Women's Awards, which hail the success of female entrepreneurs across the country, have launched a new award category.

The Business Hero Award, as voted for by the public, will see a gong presented to the business woman who has gone above and beyond in the face of adversity and supported a local or national cause.

In a year blighted by the Covid-19 pandemic, the Business Hero award recognises the challenges that have been faced across the business landscape over the past 12 months and the people who have found innovative ways to overcome...

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