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A rare and remarkable looking spider has been discovered living at a North Devon nature reserve.

The spider in question is the strawberry spider, a species which is classified as ‘nationally scarce’ by arachnid experts. The discovery is thought to be one of only a handful of sightings in Devon since it was discovered near Ivybridge in 2008.

The strawberry spider was found at Devon Wildlife Trust’s Meeth Quarry nature reserve, the first time it had been seen at the North Devon wildlife haven which is close to the town of Hatherleigh.

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Scientists have made a crucial step towards unlocking the “holy grail” of computing – microchips that mimic the way the human brain works to store and process information.

A research team, including Professor David Wright from the University of Exeter, have made a pioneering breakthrough by developing photonic computer chips that imitate the way the brain’s synapses operate.

The work, conducted by researchers from Oxford, Münster and Exeter Universities, combined phase-change materials – commonly found in household items such as re-writable optical discs – with specially...

Exeter's own premium handcrafted gin produced in small batches in a traditional copper still, recently launched at the beginning of august receiving fantastic reviews and great success.

This robust yet smooth gin celebrates Exeter's Roman heritage and occupation between circa AD55 and AD380, "ISCA Dumnoniorum' describing flowing water in reference to the River Exe. Using ancient botanicals favored by the Romans such as tarragon basil, cardamom & marigold combined with 11 other botanicals. The result is an outstanding gin experience.

Exeter Gin has a 44% abv and comes in...

Construction of East Devon District Council’s new headquarters in Honiton is progressing well with groundworks completed and the building foundations underway.

The council is expected to be working in the new premises by December 2018 and contractors, Interserve Construction Ltd, are on schedule to complete on time. The new offices are designed for flexible modern ways of working and will accommodate the central services of the council and provide the breadth of public services as well. The building will be fully accessible as well as energy efficient. A new council chamber and...