Expert: Simple, repeated play best for baby brain development
A child development expert warns parents that overstimulation with flashy toys hinders learning. Discover why simplicity and repetition are key for infant brainpower.
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Royal descendant's 920-home plan sparks Romsey fury
Residents of Romsey are outraged over Timothy Knatchbull's 920-home development on pristine countryside. Locals cite traffic, NHS strain, and ignored planning rules. Read the full story.
Romsey residents fight royal-linked 920-home estate plan
Plans by Timothy Knatchbull, a descendant of Queen Victoria, to build 920 homes near Romsey's Broadlands Estate face fierce local opposition over traffic, infrastructure, and loss of countryside.
Two children airlifted after serious Dorset crash
Two boys, 7 and 9, seriously injured in A30 collision near Sherborne. A man in his 40s arrested. Police appeal for dashcam footage.
Solar farm plan threatens Goldilocks cottage views
Controversial plans for 100,000 solar panels near the Grade II-listed cottage that inspired Goldilocks spark local outrage over heritage and farmland loss.
Toddler speech delays surge 'astronomically' due to screens
UK councils report an 'astronomical' rise in under-fives with speech and development delays, linked to increased screentime. Learn the findings and what it means for early years support.
Kate joins business leaders for early years summit
The Princess of Wales convened a major business summit in London to drive investment in early childhood development, highlighting a potential £45.5bn boost for the UK.
Twyning: Countryside Walks & Modern Shopping Outlet
Discover Twyning, a beautiful Gloucestershire village with 52 footpaths, a 19th-century pub, and a new designer outlet just 10 minutes away. Plan your perfect countryside escape today!
Sandbanks row over £700k bungalow plan
A Sandbanks businessman faces local fury over plans to build a £700,000 bungalow on one of the last open spaces, with residents warning it creates a 'mini Manhattan'. Discover the planning dispute.
Dorset Almshouse Finds £3.5m Flemish Masterpiece
A 15th-century Flemish triptych, hidden for centuries in a Dorset almshouse, has been valued at £3.5m. The artwork will be sold to fund social housing projects in Sherborne.
Serbia fast-tracks Kushner deal for Belgrade site
Serbia forms joint venture with Jared Kushner's firm to redevelop bombed military headquarters site, sparking protests and controversy over cultural heritage.
Serbians protest Kushner development on army HQ site
Thousands of Serbians are protesting against a luxury hotel development linked to Jared Kushner on the site of Belgrade's former army headquarters. Join the conversation about this controversial project.
Luxury Beach Hut Sells for £325k - Price of Family Home
A luxurious beach hut on Dorset's iconic Mudeford Spit is causing waves in the property market, commanding a price tag equivalent to a family home. Discover why this timber retreat is Britain's most coveted coastal address.
Village fury over 65ft 'mega-shed' built via planning loophole
Outraged residents in a quiet Buckinghamshire village discover a developer used a 1948 agricultural rule to bypass modern planning permission for a massive industrial structure looming over their homes.
Martin Clunes loses planning battle over travellers site
Doc Martin star's woodland development plans thwarted as neighbours win fight to establish permanent travellers site in Dorset countryside.
Vietnam Cities Forming Major Economic Corridor
Groundbreaking research from Kyoto University identifies Vietnam's Hanoi-Ho Chi Minh City region as an emerging megapolitan area set to transform Southeast Asia's economic landscape by 2030.
Secret UK Gem: Perfect Autumn Town Revealed
Discover the stunning market town of Wimborne Minster in Dorset, where autumn transforms this historic destination into a picture-perfect retreat with golden leaves, cosy pubs and medieval charm.
English village frozen in time discovered in Dorset
Explore the charming village of Corfe Castle, where time stands still with vintage shops, traditional pubs, and historic steam trains transporting visitors to a bygone era.
£14m Sandbanks Mansion: Britain's Coastal Crown Jewel
A breathtaking contemporary mansion on Sandbanks, Britain's answer to Palm Beach, has been listed for £14 million boasting panoramic sea views and luxury amenities.
Mixed Reactions to USAID Cuts: Not Everyone is Mourning
As US foreign aid programmes face significant cuts, mixed reactions emerge from communities worldwide. While some lament the loss of crucial funding, others question the effectiveness and legacy of American development assistance.
Goldilocks burglar hunted after luxury beach hut break-in
Police are hunting a real-life Goldilocks who broke into a luxury £450,000 beach hut in Dorset and lived there for a week, sleeping in the owner's bed and helping herself to food and facilities.
Iron Age village discovered in Dorset by student archaeologist
Archaeology student Mikkeline Toksvig leads team discovering complete Iron Age village, rewriting history of Dorset's ancient Durotriges tribe
Poundbury residents revolt against King Charles's town rules
Exclusive investigation reveals growing discontent in the King's visionary Dorset town as locals complain of restrictive covenants, poor design quality, and feeling like 'exhibits in a museum' rather than a living community.
Sandbanks Beachfront Apartment With Harbour Views
Discover this breathtaking two-bedroom apartment on Millionaires' Row in Sandbanks, offering panoramic sea views, private balcony and luxury coastal living at its finest.
Victoria's 10-day home approval plan cuts objection rights
The Victorian government plans to slash planning approval times to just 10 days while limiting objection rights, promising efficiency but raising concerns about community consultation.
Aristocrat's £25m Townhouse Plan Sparks Local Fury
Lady of the Manor faces local fury as she pushes forward with controversial plans to build luxury townhouses on historic family land, despite overwhelming community opposition.
Sandbanks millionaires fence off beach in access row
Wealthy residents on Britain's answer to Palm Beach have triggered local outrage by installing fences and gates that block traditional coastal pathways, sparking a bitter battle over public access to Dorset's golden sands.
Prison officer in court over inmate relationship
A female prison officer stands accused of conducting an improper relationship with a male inmate at HMP Guys Marsh in Dorset, facing serious misconduct charges in a shocking breach of security protocols.
Murder probe after Bournemouth stabbings leave one dead
A major police investigation is underway in Bournemouth after a violent disturbance involving multiple stabbings left one person dead and two others seriously injured in a residential area.
Social media foraging frenzy damaging UK countryside
Middle-class foragers inspired by Instagram and TikTok are causing ecological damage and risking poisoning as they strip Britain's countryside of mushrooms and berries in dangerous new trend.
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