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As the south of England continues to enjoy an unusually warm and dry summer, parch marks on lawns across the region have revealed the hidden histories of their location.Among the sites which have seen the outlines of historic installations exposed by the hot weather are Portchester Castle and Blenheim Palace.At Blenheim, the footprint of an 18th century garden – which had once stretched across the width of the entire palace – has revealed itself on a lawn.Andy Mills, the Unesco World Heritage Site’s head gardener, told the it was “absolutely magical” to see the outlines of the historic parterre -…

Butcher made a bucket list of things he wanted to experience while he still could, and among them was attending a Coritiba match at their Couto Pereira stadium with his brother-in-law.While breathing difficulties and a loss of mobility have prevented that, Coritiba heard about Butcher’s story and decided to honour him before their Serie A win against Chapocoense.As well as bearing his name, the front of the players’ shirts read: “Your strength inspires us. We stand as one.”Incorporated into the design was a sunflower, the international symbol of awareness for non-visible disabilities.Following the Brazilian national anthem, the players posed with…

Two men have been arrested after protesters broke into and vandalised the offices of a defence technology firm in Aberdeenshire.Police Scotland were called to to the Ultra I&C site on Prospect Road, Westhill, at around 09:40 on Sunday.Footage shared on social media from inside the building showed spray painting and property being damaged before officers arrived.A force spokesperson said two suspects, aged 39 and 18, had been arrested and inquiries were ongoing.According to the company’s website it “delivers crypto solutions, mission software and tactical communications built to keep operations moving”. Scotland News has asked Ultra I&C for comment.

Betfred Super LeagueHuddersfield (36) 42Tries: Halsall 2 Rogers, Wrench 2, Hewitt, Dunford Goals: Flanagan 7Catalans (0) 20Tries: Condon 2, Darrelatour, Staines Goals: Sexton 2Huddersfield Giants marked the announcement of their move to Dewsbury from next season by cruising past Catalans Dragons to register their third successive Super League win.Huddersfield let nearly 9,000 fans into the Accu Stadium for free to hear the news at half-time and six first-half tries made it a party atmosphere, scores from Fenton Rogers, Connor Wrench, Sam Hewitt, Zane Dunford and two from Sam Halsall bringing a 36-0 interval lead.Huddersfield went flat after the announcement, which…

One of the King’s longest-serving and most devoted members of staff is stepping down from his position this weekend following more than four decades at the monarch’s side.Bernie Flannery, throughout his time at the Palace, oversaw countless marriages, divorces, Princess Diana, the death of the Queen and then King Charles’s accession to the throne.Royal author Robert Jobson broke the news, revealing: “Bernie Flannery leaves the King’s personal staff this weekend.”The loyal butler is the latest of His Majesty’s team to leave his side, after more than forty years at his beck and call.”Mr Jobson paid warm tribute to the departing…

A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and dangerous driving after three pedestrians were hit by a car following reports of a disturbance.The incident happened on Stokes Croft in Bristol at about 06:30 BST, according to Avon and Somerset Police.A spokesperson for the force said one of the pedestrians was taken to hospital, but their injuries were “not believed to be as serious as initially thought”. The two others were not seriously injured.A man police believe to be the car’s driver was treated for facial injuries after his arrest.Thomas Street, Hepburn Road, Stokes Croft and City Road…

Manchester United are working on a deal to sign Leicester teenager Louis Page.The 18-year-old midfielder, who was named EFL Apprentice of the Year last season, is viewed as one of the most exciting talents outside the top flight.An England Under-20 international, Page has already made 21 senior appearances for the Foxes – including five starts last season as they were relegated from the Championship – and his most recent coming in the Carabao Cup win over Northampton on Saturday.Talks over an agreement are understood to be ongoing. Arsenal and Aston Villa have shown a big interest too in Page, who…

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It has taken almost two years to plan, including building a special temperature-controlled crate for him, and co-ordinating complex paperwork across two countries.Rhossi normally lives in the sea, but has to travel out of the water – first by helicopter from Anglesey to London, then by cargo flight to Houston, Texas, USA.It means the journey needs to be completed as quickly as possible, and staff have to be constantly on hand to make sure he does not dry out or dehydrate.Davidson said: “We have to make sure that the shell is really well lubricated, so we spread Vaseline all over…