Getty Images The curlew was once common across Northern Ireland, with its long bill and haunting, bubbling call “We’ve had massive declines all across Northern Ireland, but I’m really proud to say this bird is still holding on and it’s still doing well in Fermanagh.” RSPB Reserves Manager Amy Burns has watched the return of…
Chris Ruggeri has added station manager to his current role as vice president of sales at CBS owned Boston station WBZ. He’ll take on additional management responsibilities in the new role, which includes overseeing the station’s day-to-day operations across departments, when gm Johnny Green is in New York. Former WBZ president and general manager Justin…
The asteroid that crashed into Earth 66 million years ago and wiped out the dinosaurs was not alone, scientists have astonishingly claimed. According to a team at Heriot-Watt University, there was a second, smaller asteroid, known as the Nadir asteroid, which crashed into the sea off the coast of West Africa creating a large crater during…
Brazil’s Supreme Court has said it is lifting a ban on the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. In his decision, Justice Alexandre de Moraes said that he authorised the “immediate return” of its activities in the country after it paid hefty fines and blocked accounts accused of spreading misinformation. According to a…
BBC Boxes made from onion skins are among the products being developed by HUID A start-up business in Oban is developing eco-friendly packaging made from onion skins in a bid to cut waste and reduce emissions. Renuka Ramanujam, CEO of HUID (the Dutch word for skin) is a former textiles student who first used onion…
The second week of the 2023-2024 TV season saw ABC News’ Good Morning America once again in the top position with total viewers. Meanwhile, NBC News’ Today—which in recent weeks has put up a spirited battle to unseat its rival—took second place in that category, but remained No. 1 with the advertiser-coveted Adults 25-54 demo. During…
Pensioners could be whacked by yet more Labour Party blows in the forthcoming October Budget as Rachel Reeves reportedly eyes up another tax hike. Those who have saved could see the tax-free lump sum slashed by up to two-thirds by the Chancellor in her upcoming fiscal statement. Currently, those who reach the age of 55…
PA Media The sprint finish to the start line is on. It is not the sprint finish to the finish line, but the sprint finish to the starting blocks. The next leader of the Conservative Party will be selected by Conservative Party members, but they will only get to choose from the final two candidates…
Office Halloween costume ideas are not just a fleeting trend – they represent a vibrant manifestation of the widespread Halloween enthusiasm. Delving into the figures from the National Retail Federation’s annual survey, a staggering $9 billion was projected to be spent by Americans in 2018, with a significant portion, approximately $3.2 billion, dedicated solely to costumes….
Caerphilly Council Christina Harrhy has been a chief executive of Caerphilly council since 2020 A cash-strapped council has agreed a £209,000 settlement to pay off its chief executive who has been absent for nearly a year. Sources have told BBC Wales that members of Caerphilly council met in secret on Monday evening to agree a…
