Perth plaza evacuated after device thrown into crowd
A man was arrested after allegedly throwing a device into a crowd at a Perth rally; police say the device did not detonate and no injuries were reported.
2026/01/26
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Middle-class life out of reach for many Americans, poll finds
A New York Times/Siena poll of 1,625 registered voters found 65% say a middle-class lifestyle is out of reach, and many respondents called education and housing unaffordable.
2026/01/26
Peak District's Glenbrook to reopen as camping and activity centre in April
Glenbrook in Bamford, which closed in December 2023, will reopen to visitors in April after being bought by Glenbrook Holdings; the new operators say they have secured a camping licence.
2026/01/26
Israel retrieves remains of last Gaza hostage, military says
The Israeli military said it identified the remains of the last hostage held in Gaza as police officer Ran Gvili and will return them for burial; Israel said it will reopen the Rafah crossing once the remains are returned or the search concludes.
2026/01/26
Walfinch Newcastle East to offer free community activities.
Walfinch Newcastle East will launch a free Thrive Club from 10 February at Preston Grange Community Centre, running 11:00–12:30 on the second and fourth Tuesdays each month and offering seated exercise, crafts, games and social time.
2026/01/26
Traws completes enrollment in Phase 2 COVID-19 study
Traws Pharma completed enrollment in a 90‑patient Phase 2 trial of ratutrelvir versus PAXLOVID and reported early tolerability and symptom‑resolution findings.
2026/01/26
Finedon Community Centre hosts two February events for the local community
The volunteer-run Finedon Community Centre will stage a Valentine's Barn Dance on 14 February and a family Brick, Build & Show on 28 February–1 March; both events are at the centre (NN9 5LG).
2026/01/26
Breast self-awareness: what it means and how it fits with screening
Breast self-awareness is a flexible practice of knowing how breasts normally look and feel and is presented as a complement to regular mammograms rather than a replacement for screening. The article notes experts say it can help people notice changes between screenings, while routine mammography remains important.
2026/01/26
Great Wyrley care home hosts Wild West hoedown for residents.
Residents at Wyrley Rose in Great Wyrley took part in a Wild West hoedown with country music, themed food and decorations. The home opened in 2025 and says it prioritises a social calendar to support resident wellbeing.
2026/01/26
Man offers food and drink to drivers stuck on A259.
A man was photographed handing out crisps and bottled water to drivers held in traffic on the A27/A259 while emergency services responded to concerns for a girl's welfare; the road reopened at 09:20 GMT.
2026/01/26
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