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Thousands of pupils will take the Kent or Medway Test this week, but with schools only just reopening our columnist feels the timing could be better?
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A vast increase in Asian hornet nests is raising fears UK bees are in danger but what do the invaders look like and how do you report sightings?
A heat health alert has been issued for this week as September’s heatwave could bring the highest temperatures of the year.
Baby dummy and teether sets are being recalled because there are fears small parts may break off and cause a child to choke or suffocate.
Lidl is recalling Paw Patrol-themed children’s snacks because a website on the back of packaging has been ‘compromised’ with explicit content.
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Dry, settled and very warm conditions are all in the Met Office’s September forecast which says a heatwave is possible for some areas next week.
Cinema chains across the county are offering £3 tickets to showings this weekend to celebrate Saturday’s National Cinema Day.
The Met Office has unveiled its list of new potential storm names with real-life weather experts, scientists and a comic book character in the mix.
Households are being encouraged to check purses and piggy banks as The Royal Mint reveals the full list of rare coins made during the Queen’s reign.
All 16-year-olds could be enrolled in a new National Service scheme - which has the backing of Commons leader Penny Mordaunt - but how would it work?
Royal Mail has released nine new ‘everyday’ stamps featuring the portrait of King Charles with values ranging from 1p to £5.
With thousands of holidaymakers stranded, airlines are coming in for criticism but our columnist says they’ll be a cost if they’re always responsible.
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A rare blue supermoon not seen for more than a decade will appear in the skies above us this week and here’s how to see it.
From apprenticeships to exam resits what are the options for students once they’ve collected their GCSE results?
Proposed budget cuts have put 80 youth groups at risk of closure and our columnist says the long-term impact must be considered before the axe falls.
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Speed cameras are a feature on many roads and whether you agree with their use or not, drivers have to live with them, but how exactly do they work?
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Drivers going to France are being warned to check whether their route requires a clean air sticker as France steps up emissions restrictions.
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Five million new 50p coins, with a special design to mark King Charles’ coronation, have started entering circulation via banks and Post Offices.
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Millions of at risk patients are to be offered a Covid-19 booster jab this autumn, the NHS has confirmed, but who is eligible for the injection?
Hobbies and Happy Meals, says our columnist, are not big luxuries and living standards won’t improve if that’s where we’re content to set the bar.
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What's for dinner? Plan meals, try new foods and explore cuisines with tested recipes from the country's top chefs.
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