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'Incredible turnout' - the Lancashire food and drink festival hailed a massive success
The 2025 #AmazingAccrington Food and Drink Festival has been hailed a huge success, drawing a crowd of more than 8,000 people and injecting £369,600 into the local economy. Based on survey data collected from attendees, the average spend per...

Hamas Says Given 'Positive' Response To Latest Ceasefire Proposal In Gaza
(MENAFN- Kashmir Observer) Deir al-Balah (Gaza Strip)- Hamas said Friday it has given a“positive” response to the latest proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza but said further talks were needed on implementation. It was not clear if Hamas' statement...

World Chocolate Day: Where To Get The Best Cocoa-Indulgence In Kolkata
Chocolate lovers, this one’s for you! As we gear up to celebrate World Chocolate Day (7th July), Kolkata’s dessert spots are brimming with indulgent creations from rich ganache cakes to classic brownies. For the city of joy, chocolate isn’t just a...

16 Best Gold Coast Day Trips, Queensland
Go beyond the iconic golden beaches and buzzing nightlife and explore more of Queensland with these incredible Gold Coast day trips! One of the best things about using the Gold Coast as a base for a road trip is the diverse experiences nearby. In...

Hamas Says It’s Given ‘Positive’ Response To Latest Gaza Ceasefire Proposal
Smoke rises from Israeli bombardment of the Gaza Strip, seen from southern Israel, Thursday, July 3, 2025. (AP Photo/Leo Correa) DEIR al-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Hamas said Friday it has given a “positive” response to the latest proposal for a...

'I miss Carrs Pasties': Bolton chef who helped set up one of London's top restaurants
Will Murray, 32, from Astley Bridge, said he had a love for cooking from a young age - but had an untraditional start to his career. He went to Thornleigh Salesian College, where he chose to do work experience at a local butchers, to find out more...

The top hotel head chef who has been cooking up a storm since the age of eight
Russell Haydon, of Leonardo Bar and Grill at the Royal Leonardo Hotel Southampton, talks yacht clubs, curry and cheese in our meet the chef column. What first inspired you to become a chef? "I always had a passion for food and wanted a career...

Two St Helens boozers feature in mega list of England's 500 Best Pubs
Chosen for their charming character, welcoming staff, rich history, and award-winning beer, they represent the very best the country has to offer. Published by The Telegraph, the exhaustive list has been compiled by pubs expert Will Hawkes, who...
Food security: Late rain threatens food production
Across the country, rural communities are becoming increasingly concerned about late and unpredictable rain patterns being experienced in some parts of the country, which are already impacting farming activities this wet season. The 2025 Seasonal...

I found hidden cobbled café courtyard in one of Surrey's best places to live and it reminded me of Italy
One of life's simple pleasures has to be enjoying a drink alfresco, well it is for me anyway. Living in a country with unpredictable weather means we don't always get the opportunity to sit back and relax under the sun. However, with Surrey...

Listed: All the latest food hygiene ratings for businesses across south Essex
Environmental health officers have been busy this fortnight visiting businesses across the area to see if they are meeting hygiene requirements. Based on guidelines set by the Food Standards Agency, inspectors look to see how clean the facilities...

Food | Jul 05, 2025 | 21 min read Corn-ucopia of flavours
Others Food It’s ‘raining’ corn in the city, which means it’s time for you to get creative in the kitchen with these delightful corn recipes. They’re simple and fun to make, perfect for all your corn-shaped cravings. Take a much-needed reprieve...

I enjoyed the best cheesecake of my life in Prestatyn's cosiest pink cake shop
If my eight-year-old niece was asked to design a cake shop this would be it - but with added flamingos. It's definitely the type of shop that brings a smile to people's faces and brightens up the High Street - even one as varied and vibrant as...

2025 Jamaica Observer Table Talk Food Awards
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‘Good music, good food and good people’: Jay Peak serves up 10th Jeezum Crow festival
Call it something to crow about: Jay Peak Resort celebrates the 10th anniversary of its annual Jeezum Crow festival July 11-12 at its Stateside Amphitheater. Both the surprisingly intimate outdoor venue and the beloved festival made their debut in...

Stock market this week: Top gainers and losers across key sectors
Top News 1. India’s GST collection rises to ₹1.85 lakh crore in June 2025 India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections for June 2025 stood at an impressive ₹1.85 lakh crore, marking a 6.2% year-on-year growth and highlighting the continued...

Best wishes to former AEW and WWE star Saraya
Saraya (formerly Paige) has just made a personal update about herself and discussed a major achievement that she has been proud of for the past few years. This was her sobriety from alcohol and drugs. The former AEW star recently went into detail...

Top 10 Distinctly Patriotic Meals at Disney World
Happy Independence Day! If you’re spending July 4th at Walt Disney World, you might be curious as to where you can engage in the most patriotic of activities: devouring a gluttonous feast! This Fourth of July dining guide offers our top picks for...

Planner: It’s a busy weekend with art, theatre and good food
OF SPECULATIVE ECOLOGY Kalakriti Art Gallery will present a solo show of Satadru Sovan Banduri’s latest works. The exhibition, Disappearing Echoes of the Isolated, will feature works across a range of media, including canvases. The paintings draw...

New Home Bargains for Inverness reaches latest milestone
An artist's impression of the new signage on the front of the store.Moves to open another Home Bargains superstore in Inverness have reached their latest planning milestone. The major UK retailer is looking to open an additional outlet in the...