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Don’t let your cyber defences take a holiday

Summer is the peak season for cyber attacks – but a few simple precautions can help businesses avoid a holiday-season disaster. As staff head off on holiday, work from hotels,…

Timberwise shortlisted for three 2026 Property Care Awards

Northwich-based property firm Timberwise has been shortlisted for three awards at the Property Care Association’s (PCA) 16th annual Property Care Awards. Now in their sixteenth year, the awards were established…

Christopher Henderson Transforms Industrial Metal into Contemporary Works of Art That Redefine Modern Spaces

Hull-based sculptor blends more than 25 years of engineering expertise with fine art to create bespoke metal sculptures collected around the world. In an age where craftsmanship and individuality are…

American Songwriter Thom Bishop Finds A New Creative Home In Ireland With New Album Train Leaving Dallas

Artist: Thom BishopLead Single: Here Comes The Night Album: Train Leaving Dallas Release Date: July 31st 2026 Acclaimed American songwriter, novelist and educator Thom Bishop opens an exciting new chapter…

Yorkshire Songwriter Paul Stone Builds a Musical Legacy from Beneath His Family Home

Artist: Paul Stone & The Basement CollectiveSingle: Brother Paul Stone & The Basement Collective prove that authentic music isn’t built overnight—it’s built over a lifetime. In an industry often obsessed…

Who Educates Parents? Challenges Traditional Parenting Advice with a Refreshingly Honest Family Perspective

Author: Dr. Žilvinas Svigaris Book: Who Educates Parents Publisher: Shea Publishing Available Now A unique new book written not only by parents—but with their children—offers a powerful conversation about raising…

SMALL BUSINESSES DIVIDED ON USING AI TO POWER GROWTH – AS MANY STAND BY THE POWER OF ENTERPRISES BUILT ON STRONG HUMAN RELATIONSHIPS

Three in 10 UK small business owners (31%) say they are already using AI to support their enterprises – although 27% say they either have no plans to use it…

ALAN MAIR ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM FIELD OF ONE WITH POWERFUL LEAD SINGLE “HOW COULD I LET THIS HAPPEN”

Artist : Alan Mair Album: Field Of One Single: How Could I Let This Happen Release Date: 3rd of August 2026 The Only Ones musician returns with a deeply personal…

BUSINESS ASCENSION AWARDS CELEBRATES SOUL LED SUCCESS!

The Business Ascension Symposium & Awards returned in spectacular style on 13th and 14th July, bringing together spiritual entrepreneurs, business leaders, speakers and change-makers from across the UK and internationally…

Ferdinand Rennie Explores the Stories Behind Iconic Songs with Moving New Single ‘You Wrote Hallelujah’

Artist: Ferdinand RennieSingle: You Wrote HallelujahRelease Date: June 2026 A song is rarely just a melody—it is often a reflection of the life, struggles and emotions of the person who…

HUGE CHARITY DOG WALK THIS SEPTEMBER!

Dog lovers across Merseyside are being invited to grab a lead, lace up their walking shoes and take part in Paws Along the Prom 2026 — a fun-filled fundraising event…

Tia-Brittany Unveils DTF – A Bold New Album Led by the Powerful Single ‘Don’t Talk Feelings’

Australian singer-songwriter Tia-Brittany introduces her new album, DTF, an emotionally honest collection of songs led by the compelling focus single, Don’t Talk Feelings. Blending contemporary pop with cinematic storytelling, the…

Billy Bowness: Award-Winning Actor, TV Personality and LGBTQ+ Advocate Continues an Inspiring Rise Across Stage and Screen

From overcoming unimaginable personal adversity to becoming an award-winning actor, television personality and passionate charity campaigner, Billy Bowness proves resilience can be the foundation of remarkable success. Already recognised by…

How Anxious Are Britain’s Dogs?

Yellow Dog UK and PawChamp App Launch a Campaign to Find Out — and Help A new partnership pairs the UK’s recognisable yellow-dog awareness signal with positive-reinforcement training — making…

STONEBRIDGE HOMES TACKLES HOUSING CRISIS WITH DEPOSIT SUPPORT

Developer helps buyers in Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the North East Yorkshire-based housebuilder Stonebridge Homes has announced a 5% deposit contribution on many homes in its portfolio – helping buyers amidst…

World Avocado Day: How much do you really know about the world’s favourite fruit?

Ahead of , the World Avocado Organisation rounds up some of the most unexpected facts about avocados — from sleep and potassium to pregnancy, eye health and the fruit’s surprising…

SUSTAINABILITY STAYS ON THE AGENDA FOR TRANSPORT, DISTRIBUTION AND LOGISTICS SMEs AS GLOBAL PRESSURES PERSIST

Small businesses in the transport, distribution and logistics sector are entering the second half of 2026 with sustainability still in focus, but the operating environment has become more challenging. Volatile…

Prostate cancer specialist accuses government of “ignoring evidence” over screening decision 

A men’s health charity has accused the Government of years of delay after the National Screening Committee decided in May against a nationwide prostate cancer screening programme. Prostate cancer is…

Funeral Officiant Authority issue statement on Robert Bush sentencing 

The Funeral Officiant Authority (FOA), a voluntary national register launched in May 2026 to vet and standardise funeral celebrants and ministers across the UK, has issued a statement expressing shock…

The biggest myths about summer breaks that leaders still believe

Leaders should stop feeling guilty about taking time off this summer, according to a leadership expert who says recovery, not relentless graft, is what drives performance for the rest of…

Small Business Borrowing Surges 63% in Q2 2026 Amid Rising Costs and Cashflow Uncertainty

New data reveals working capital loans have almost doubled in two years — and for the first time in over a year, start-ups are borrowing more than established businesses July…

Affordability drives summer plans as more Scots seek ways to cut costs on days out

Families in Scotland are becoming increasingly cost-conscious when planning summer activities, with more than two in five (42%) actively seeking more discounts and deals on attractions and experiences compared to…

GIVING DERBY’S YOUNG PEOPLE A TASTE OF THE TRADES THIS SUMMER – AS PfP THRIVE LAUNCHES FREE TRAINING SESSIONS IN FACE OF STARK SKILLS SHORTAGE WARNINGS

Two MPs join launch to show their support 24 pupils also join the inaugural session Derby-based skills centre PfP Thrive has launched a programme of free trade taster days this…

HEATWAVE FAILS TO SAVE THE GREAT BRITISH STAYCATION

School summer holidays begin with UK breaks falling sharply as more Britons choose Europe instead As schools break up for the summer and another heatwave grips Britain, the great British…

How Scotland can strengthen its economy by fixing a hidden connectivity gap

By Sharon Olive, Chief Commercial Officer at Freshwave. Sharon has spent over two decades helping to improve mobile and wireless connectivity across the public and private sectors. Across Scotland, a…