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Kris Beasley, whose wife Carly died from a brain tumour at 38, is calling for increased funding and awareness during Brain Tumour Awareness Month. Beasley, from Chippenham in Wiltshire, and their daughter Ivy are partnering with Brain Tumour Research and Plymouth University researchers to push for better understanding of gliomas (including oligodendroglioma) and the development of kinder, more effective treatments.
During a drought in the UK, residents expressed frustration as Blackstone CEO Stephen Schwarzman used water to fill a private lake on his estate, leading a local water company to halt deliveries, despite no violation of restrictions, highlighting tensions between private water use and community needs.
A new photo of Queen Camilla celebrating her 78th birthday has been released, showing her in a colorful rainforest-themed dress at her Wiltshire home. The Queen spent her birthday privately, after a busy period of high-profile engagements including hosting a state visit, attending Trooping the Colour, and visiting a children's hospice and a submarine. She was also appointed Vice Admiral of the UK in recognition of her support for the Royal Navy.
Highest Score Arcade in Salisbury, a unique retro pinball and gaming venue, faces closure due to costs and low visitors, but the owner is organizing open days to rally community support and raise funds to keep it alive.