On Tuesday, July 1 the community at St Joseph’s Catholic High School, Workington, will come together to celebrate the life of one of their own, Roick Curtis, by hosting the school's first-ever ‘colour run’ and raising funds for a charity close to their hearts: the Calvert Trust. Roick, a much-loved student known for his energy, warmth and fun-loving spirit, sadly passed away in February 2025. In honour of his memory, the school wanted to mark the occasion in a way that reflected who Roick truly was – joyful, active, and full of life. “What better way to celebrate Roick than with a colour run?” said headteacher Ian Nevitt. Speaking at the time of his death Mr Nevitt said it was ' impossible to express the impact' that Roick had on the school community at St Joseph's.

Beth Bond, co-owner of The Cottage in the Wood, secured 49th place on the Taylor’s Port UK Top 100 Sommeliers List. The Michelin-starred restaurant, located in Whinlatter Forest, offers both dining and accommodation. Ms Bond said: "I’m thrilled to be included once again in the UK’s Top 100 Sommeliers List. "I love being able to introduce our guests to exciting, carefully curated wines here in our little corner of Cumbria." Charlotte Hey, co-founder of the Top 100 Sommeliers, said: "This annual ranking celebrates the sommeliers who are setting the standard for wine service nationwide."

Tim Shearring has been appointed Design and Brand Director, Times Media. In this new role, Tim will be responsible for developing and managing design principles for Times Media, ensuring consistency across all reading, listening and viewing experiences. His broad experience puts him in a strong position to align the visual output across Times Media brands. Tim will jointly report to Times Media General Manager Tracy Yaverbaun and Head of Digital Edward Roussel. Tim’s expertise will ensure that our products align with the needs of our audience and reflect the values of the Times Media brands.”

The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2025, announced by Business in the Community (BITC), The King’s Responsible Business Network, has recognised Sodexo UK & Ireland for the second consecutive year. Now in its 15th year, The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality is the UK’s most high profile and well-established listing of employers that demonstrate progress towards creating more fair and inclusive workplaces. To be included in the Top 50, organisations must show that they are taking action by:Embedding flexible working – proven to lead to a more inclusive working world . Together with EIDA (Employer’s Initiative on Domestic Abuse) and BITC (Business in the Community), Sodexo has supported the formation of a domestic abuse working group which will help further inform its approach. Globally, Sodexo was the first company in its sector to sign a joint intent with the International Union Federation (IUF) declaring support to prevent domestic abuse worldwide.

Bob Dylan has reintroduced The Times They Are A-Changin’ to his setlist for the first time in fifteen years. The veteran songwriter is currently on the Outlaw Music Festival tour and made the first change to his summer setlist last night (June 25). The Outlaw Music Festival tour is set to last until September 19. A full setlist for the Outlaw Music Festival show in Franklin, Tennessee can be found below. Dylan’s first Outlaw Music Festival show setlist of the year is rather different to the songs which are now recurring in his summer set.

The Hague: The UK said it would buy a dozen F-35A fighter jets capable of firing tactical nuclear weapons in what it described as the biggest expansion of its nuclear deterrent in a generation.The purchase of the Lockheed Martin jets would allow Britain's air force to carry nuclear weapons for the first time since the end of the Cold War, Downing Street said. "In an era of radical uncertainty we can no longer take peace for granted," PM Keir Starmer said in a statement.Meanwhile, Switzerland and the United States are quibbling over the final price of 36 new F-35A jets bought to replace the ageing Swiss fleet, Bern said Wednesday.The US defence security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) wants Switzerland to assume additional costs, but Bern says it is sticking to the agreed price of just over $7.5 billion at current exchange rates.The DSCA said "Switzerland will have to bear additional costs due to the high inflation in the US in recent years and the sharp rise in raw material and energy prices in the aftermath of the Covid pandemic." bloomberg, reuters

But scoring a FREE upgrade, especially when it comes to tighter cabins and busier airports, is one of the most sought-after perks. As the summer holidays approach and schools finish for six weeks, a senior flight attendant has shared her complete guide to nabbing a free upgrade. The 34-year-old says that while free upgrades are unheard of, they do still happen - but staff are more selective than ever. How you travel can also affect your chances of getting a free upgrade, for example, you might have better luck if you are travelling solo and not during peak flight times. Other strategies that might help THE experts have also shared some other strategies that might help you get a free upgrade.

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Who are the actresses who have played the role of Elaine Peacock on EastEnders? Two actresses have played the role of Elaine Knight (or Peacock) over the years, according to the EastEnders Fan Wiki. The BBC role was then taken over by Harriet Thorpe in 2023, a part the actress still has to this day. However, she is best known for playing the role of Elaine on EastEnders these days. EastEnders is available to watch and stream on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

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The 65-year-old has recently been seen on our screens presenting the acclaimed fourth season of Clarkson's Farm. Ever wondered where Jeremy Clarkson grew up? "This charming countryside home was once the childhood home of the Top Gear and Clarkson’s Farm legend himself! Recommended reading:Where is Jeremy Clarkson from? Jeremy Charles Robert Clarkson was born in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, on 11 April 1960.

The music superstar and Kansas City Chiefs tight-end walked hand-in-hand into the opening night of Tight End University in Nashville, a summer camp Kelce helped found in 2021. According to the programme’s website, it was set up in 2021 to “bring the Tight End community together for an immersive three-day program”. It comes weeks after Swift announced that she has acquired the rights to all of her music. Swift was part of the on-field celebration on a cold night in Baltimore when the Chiefs beat the Ravens to win the 2024 AFC championship. In February 2025, she supported Kelce during the Chiefs’ Super Bowl loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.

Listen to this articleSodexo UK & Ireland has been recognised for a second consecutive year for its commitment to creating an inclusive workplace as one of The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality. Compiled in association with Business in the Community (BITC), The King’s Responsible Business Network, The Times has published its Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality listing for 15 years. The 2025 list recognises and celebrates organisations that demonstrate progress towards creating more fair and inclusive workplaces. 2025 marks the 20th anniversary of the Foundation in the UK & Ireland and in January it announced Asma Khan as its first patron. Author Staff Reporter FMIndustry.com covers the latest news, trends and opinion from the facilities management (FM) and corporate real estate (CRE) sectors.

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THE TIMESBarcelona boss Hansi Flick is keen on recruiting Marcus Rashford but the Spanish side are seeking a loan rather than Manchester United's desired £40m sale. Newcastle are prepared to break their wage record to keep hold of striker Alexander Isak amid interest from Liverpool, Barcelona and Arsenal. THE ATHLETICAthletic Club forward Nico Williams has told the club he intends to sign for Barcelona. From next season, Sky Sports' Premier League coverage will increase from 128 matches to at least 215 games exclusively live. And 80 per cent of all televised Premier League games next season are on Sky Sports.