Danny Fullbrook

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Harlow girl, 6, dies months after having appendix removed

2 days ago | bbc.com | Danny Fullbrook

'Perfect' girl dies months after appendix surgeryDanny FullbrookCollect/PA Real LifeRuby became ill months after surgery to remove her appendixA mother has described how her six-year-old "perfect daughter" became seriously ill with sepsis and died seven months after having her appendix removed. After Ruby Trussler, from Harlow, Essex, felt unwell in October 2024, doctors at Princess Alexandra Hospital discovered abdominal adhesion, where a band of scar tissue sticks organs or tissues together.
'I'm a professional cuddler - let me tell you why a hug feels so good'

3 days ago | au.lifestyle.yahoo.com | Danny Fullbrook

Every fortnight, Samii Wood snuggles up with a group of strangers for a "cuddle puddle". These gatherings see attendees melt into a large nest of cushions and blankets, offering each other platonic touch and comfort. Samii, who is 41 and based in Bedford, is a professional cuddler, who also offers one-to-one cuddle therapy. She believes human touch is not just comforting but also has measurable health benefits.
Bedford "professional cuddler" spreads word on benefits of touch

4 days ago | bbc.com | Danny Fullbrook

'I'm a professional cuddler - let me tell you why a hug feels so good'Danny FullbrookDanny Fullbrook/BBCSamii Wood wants to encourage touch as she believes the health benefits are substantialEvery fortnight, Samii Wood snuggles up with a group of strangers for a "cuddle puddle". These gatherings see attendees melt into a large nest of cushions and blankets, offering each other platonic touch and comfort.
East of England news quiz of the week

1 week ago | bbc.com | Helen Burchell |Danny Fullbrook

East of England news quiz of the weekFrom a Eurovision hopeful to ceramic cats, how much East of England news can you remember from the past seven days?
How Stevenage theatre turned shy teen into Six The Musical star

1 week ago | bbc.com | Danny Fullbrook

How local theatre made shy teen into West End StarDanny FullbrookAimie AtkinsonAimie Atkinson says she was a "really shy, insecure" teenagerOne of the original cast members of Six The Musical has credited her childhood theatre experiences for helping her overcome shyness and achieve West End success. Aimie Atkinson, who can be seen in the cinema in the filmed version of the musical, recalled her introduction to theatre at the Gordon Craig Theatre in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, was "everything".
Owner devastated after Hemel Hempstead food truck set on fire

1 week ago | bbc.com | Danny Fullbrook

Owner devastated after food truck set on fireDanny FullbrookDutchie's Jerk JointA food truck destroyed in an arson attack was a labour of love that had taken its owner months to restore. Emergency services responded to reports that Dutchie's Jerk Joint was on fire in Queens Square, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, at about 00:45 BST on 23 April. The local community has raised about £5,000 to fund a replacement and support the family who ran the business.
Marlow residents frustrated by two-year bridge closure

1 week ago | bbc.co.uk | Danny Fullbrook

Image source, Paul MerchantImage caption, Residents described the continued closure as "embarrassing"BBC News, BuckinghamshireResidents felt frustrated after a popular footbridge that was closed nearly two years ago had not reopened. The Environment Agency shut Temple Footbridge, which crosses the River Thames west of Temple Lock, near Marlow, in May 2023 after inspectors found it was unsafe.
Marlow residents frustrated by two-year bridge closure

1 week ago | bbc.com | Danny Fullbrook

Community frustrated by two-year bridge closureDanny FullbrookBBC News, BuckinghamshirePaul MerchantResidents described the continued closure as "embarrassing"Residents felt frustrated after a popular footbridge that was closed nearly two years ago had not reopened. The Environment Agency shut Temple Footbridge, which crosses the River Thames west of Temple Lock, near Marlow, in May 2023 after inspectors found it was unsafe.
FC Barcelona stadium team joins Luton Town's Power Court build

2 weeks ago | bbc.co.uk | Danny Fullbrook

Image source, Luton Town FCImage caption, The Hatters' recent run of wins has given them a chance at avoiding relegation from the ChampionshipThe company that redeveloped FC Barcelona's stadium will work on Luton Town's new ground, the club has announced. Luton Town's development arm, 2020 Developments, has agreed a pre-construction services partnership with Limak International for its new 25,000-capacity stadium at Power Court.
FC Barcelona stadium team joins Luton Town's Power Court build

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | Danny Fullbrook

Luton Town partner with FC Barcelona stadium teamDanny FullbrookLuton Town FCThe Hatters' recent run of wins has given them a chance at avoiding relegation from the ChampionshipThe company that redeveloped FC Barcelona's stadium will work on Luton Town's new ground, the club has announced. Luton Town's development arm, 2020 Developments, has agreed a pre-construction services partnership with Limak International for its new 25,000-capacity stadium at Power Court.