Angela Riches 
Some of the biggest movies and television shows over the years have had an influence on tourism in certain countries. For example, The Beach helped inspire more people to travel to Thailand, and The White Lotus helped generate increased interest in Sicily. Now, Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey could be set to have the same effect … Read more
Immerse yourselves in stories from the past during the Summer of Fun event, from 18th July to 31st August 2026 at Beamish, The Living Museum of the North. Choose from six exciting adventures and compete, collaborate, create and explore your way around the award-winning Beamish museum. Explore the many modes of transport across the museum … Read more
Madeira luxury resort tops one of the world’s most respected readers’ rankings for travel and hospitality. Savoy Palace, Savoy Signature’s flagship luxury resort in Madeira and a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, has been named the No. 1 Resort in Spain and Portugal in the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2026. … Read more
Choosing between laminate vs vinyl flooring comes down to a key factor: vinyl is fully waterproof and more durable for moisture-prone areas, while laminate is more affordable and ideal for dry spaces. Understanding this core difference helps you choose the right flooring for your home. In the rest of this article, we will take a … Read more
The British Grand Prix may officially be over for the 2026 season but the racing never stops! Silverstone Museum is offering the next generation of British motor racing fans an incredible summer offer, when Kids Go Free AND Kids Eat Free*. Visit some of the most iconic cars, bikes and memorabilia and learn all about … Read more
As people look to make the most of the long summer days, Steam Dreams Rail Co. is encouraging friends, families and couples to swap the usual lunch, dinner or drinks for an unforgettable day out together aboard its The Spirit of Summer Lunch and The Sunset Steam Express journeys on Thursday 16th July and Thursday … Read more
Drifters offers day boat hire from 19 narrowboat locations across England and Wales, offering the chance to enjoy a day out canal boating with family and friends. Britain’s 3,000-mile network of canals wind through some of the nation’s best-loved countryside and is a haven for wildlife, so there’s always something special to look out for. Full … Read more
County Durham’s visitor economy has continued its strong upward trajectory, with the latest independent tourism figures showing visitor expenditure rising to £1.48 billion during 2025, an increase of 8% compared to the previous year, marking three consecutive years of record-breaking results for the county. The latest STEAM* assessment also shows that 21.98 million people visited … Read more
Engineering is entering a period of rapid change, shaped by automation, sustainability, smarter data, and the growing use of artificial intelligence across design, production, testing, and maintenance. In 2026, the most competitive engineering teams will not simply adopt new tools. They will use technology to improve accuracy, reduce waste, strengthen quality control, and make better … Read more
Artificial intelligence has changed the way people create, share, and consume visual content. With a few prompts, anyone can generate images in seconds. Yet this shift may also be making original artworks more meaningful, not less. As digital images become easier to produce, the value of human-made, physical, and one-of-a-kind pieces could become even more … Read more
In construction, a near miss is more than a lucky escape. It is a warning sign that something in a process, site layout, behaviour, system, or control measure needs attention. While no one may have been injured, the conditions that caused the near miss could lead to a serious accident if they are ignored. For … Read more
Household appliances and electronics were not always what they are now. In the past, things like TV remotes, handheld torches and even portable radios were beyond the realms of imagination. However, since the dawn of household batteries, the versatility of home goods has gone through the roof. With all the different types of household batteries … Read more
