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Scientific Proofreading expands UK academic editing support
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Scientific Proofreading is broadening its UK-based support for researchers, PhD students, authors and academic teams from Birmingham.
UK plans under-16 social media ban, raising risks for brands and creators
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The UK government has confirmed plans to block social media platforms from offering services to under-16s, setting up a major shift for digital marketing, creator reach and platform compliance.
UK analogue phone network set to switch off in January 2027
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A new BroadbandSwitch.uk report maps the final year before the UK’s analogue telephone network shuts down on 31 January 2027, with homes facing a managed transition and businesses on old ISDN lines facing a hard stop.
Silver Magazine relaunches in print with new design and free digital access
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Silver Magazine will relaunch its print edition in September with a redesigned format and sharper editorial focus aimed at older readers.
Scott Rogers wins British Empire Medal for disability sport work
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Former England Amputee National Football Team head coach Scott Rogers has received a British Empire Medal in the King’s Birthday Honours 2026 for his services to disability sport and amputee football.
Amazing Grace returns to mark William Wilberforce’s 267th birthday
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The historical drama Amazing Grace is being re-released on William Wilberforce’s 267th birthday to spotlight the British abolitionist’s fight against the slave trade.
Senior mobility aid devices market seen reaching $17.12 billion by 2030
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The Business Research Company says the senior mobility aid devices market will grow from $11.98 billion in 2025 to $17.12 billion by 2030, driven by aging populations, disability prevalence and demand for home-based support.
Brittney Garcia-Gabrielle set for Mompreneurs TV appearance
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Entrepreneur and mother Brittney Garcia-Gabrielle is scheduled to appear on Mompreneurs TV, a docu-series focused on women who have built businesses and financial independence.
Epica Awards launches satirical 2026 campaign around journalist jury
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The Epica Awards have unveiled a 2026 call-for-entries campaign built around an “awards survival kit” that mocks industry lobbying and flattery.
Matthew Newnham expands Space Ranger Fred literacy push amid UK reading debate
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Children’s author Matthew Newnham is broadening his Space Ranger Fred literacy initiative with school visits, classroom readings and interactive sessions as the UK debates screen time and reading habits.
Besteflon outlines PTFE hose construction choices for fuel, brake, air and chemical systems
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Huizhou Besteflon Industrial Co., Ltd. is promoting PTFE hose construction guidance for engineers evaluating fuel, brake, air and chemical media.
Absolute Digital Media wins search mandate for 23 Paul Street
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Absolute Digital Media has been named search and digital growth partner for 23 Paul Street, a Shoreditch nightlife venue in London.
Digital platforms urge UK to pair under-16 social media ban with education
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Startingpoint and Goald Challenges say the UK’s planned under-16 social media ban could protect young people only if it is matched with stronger safeguards, digital literacy and platform accountability.
Hanna Andréa featured as UK's under-16 social media ban advances
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Norwegian-American pop artist Hanna Andréa appeared on Children United Today as the UK moved ahead with its under-16 social media ban, putting her song ‘GET OFF YOUR PHONE’ into a wider debate about young people and screen time.
The TEFL Academy says Gen Z is reshaping British English
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New research from The TEFL Academy argues that English is not declining, but evolving faster through Gen Z, social media, streaming culture and multicultural Britain.
Ian Gillan sets 2027 UK speaking tour
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Deep Purple frontman Ian Gillan will bring his first public speaking tour to the UK in spring 2027, with tickets going on sale June 26 at 10 a.m. The Talking Gib’rish Tour will feature stories from his six-decade career, from Hounslow to Deep…
Meg Tiffany named president and CCO as Britton founders retire
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Britton Marketing & Design Group has promoted Meg Tiffany to president and chief creative officer as founders Sue and Jeff Britton retire after two decades.
West Chester United to face England's Arthurian League in Philadelphia on June 26
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Philadelphia will host the inaugural Transatlantic Cup on June 26, pairing the reigning U.S. and England National Amateur Cup champions at Drexel University during FIFA World Cup 2026 and America250 celebrations.
Blue Ridge Automotive keeps classic British restoration alive in Atlanta
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Blue Ridge Automotive - European & Domestic says its Atlanta shop is continuing the restoration legacy of Road Britannia, handling rare Triumph, Morgan, Land Rover and Jaguar work that many local shops will not take.
Business Awards UK names 2026 Events and Exhibitions Awards winners
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Business Awards UK announced the winners and finalists of its 2026 Events and Exhibitions Awards on June 22, 2026, recognizing UK organizations and individuals across live events, exhibitions, catering, corporate delivery and emerging talent.
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