England’s oldest sweet shop is creating waves on Tripadvisor
The Oldest Sweet Shop in England, located on the High Street in Pateley Bridge, has been trading continuously since 1827, a milestone officially recognised by Guinness World Records in 2014. The business operates from a building that dates back to 1661, making the premises themselves more than 360 years old. The Oldest Sweet Shop in…
North Yorkshire secret beach cafe visitors are just finding
The beach cafe at Hunmanby Gap near Filey has been described as a āhidden gemā by visitors, often raved about for its āstunningā views and āfabulousā treats. In fact, one has even hailed it the ābestā cafe on the North East coast, while another shared it is somewhere you āmust visitā when in the area….
North Yorkshire secret beach cafe visitors are just finding
The beach cafe at Hunmanby Gap near Filey has been described as a āhidden gemā by visitors, often raved about for its āstunningā views and āfabulousā treats. In fact, one has even hailed it the ābestā cafe on the North East coast, while another shared it is somewhere you āmust visitā when in the area….
NASA already has next Artemis flight in its sights following astronauts’ triumphant moon flyby
HOUSTON ā Never-before-glimpsed views of the moonās far side. Check. Total solar eclipse gracing the lunar scene. Check. New distance record for humanity. Check. With NASAās lunar comeback a galactic-sized smash thanks to Artemis II, the world is wondering: Whatās next? And how do you top that? āTo people all around the world who look…
As AI use increases at work, many employees still choose not to use it: Gallup poll
More American workers are experimenting with artificial intelligence in their jobs, but skepticism is still widespread. New Gallup polling finds that while more employees are using AI frequently in their work, thereās been an uptick in alarm that new technologies will replace their jobs. Many workers who are not using AI say they prefer to…
Discipline problems but Black Ferns score commanding win over USA at Pacific Four
Mererangi Paul scores a try for the Black Ferns against the United States in their World Rugby Pacific Four series in Sacramento, 12 April, 2026. Photo: PHOTOSPORT A hat-trick of tries to winger Mererangi Paul has helped propel the Black Ferns to a 48-15 victory in their opening Pacific Four match in Sacramento. Their ever-willingness…
Wellington Phoenix suffer crucial A-League loss to Melbourne City
Corban Piper stood out for the Phoenix against Melbourne City. Photo: Photosport Wellington Phoenix’s chances of making the A-League playoffs have nosedived, with a 2-0 away loss to Melbourne City. The result is good news for City, who improve their chances of sealing a top-six spot, but the Phoenix have a huge mountain ahead of…
WRC: Hayden Paddon third at drama-filled Croatia Rally
Hayden Paddon and John Kennard drive a Hyundai i20 at Rally Croatia. Photo: AFP Hayden Paddon has turned back the clock, climbing a World Rally Championship (WRC) podium for the first time in eight years following a carnage-filled round in Croatia. The 38-year-old and his long-time co-driver John Kennard combined to produce the best finish…
Athletics: Sam Ruthe ‘off radar’ after suffering leg fracture
Sam Ruthe Photo: Photosport Teenage running phenomenon Sam Ruthe has cast doubt over his immediate racing future after suffering a stress fracture to his lower leg. Ruthe, who turned 17 on Sunday, posted that he’ll be “off the radar for a while”, although there was no indication whether time out will affect his preparation or…
New bookshop Verdigris Books opens in Durham Market
Verdigris Books officially opened its doors on April 3, after taking over the previous long-running stall Book Emporium after the owner Walter, retired after running the business for more than 30 years. The shop has since been taken over by 27-year-old Miles Stevenson, from Brancepeth, who said the new bookshop came together in a āmatter…
