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1 week ago | pa.media | Sarah Ward

Five beaver kits have been born in Cairngorms National Park for the second year in a row – after a 400-year hiatus. The kits have been captured on camera at two separate sites in the park, in the Scottish Highlands, and hopes are high more may be born on other sites. Beavers were first released into the park less than two years ago in a bid to establish a “healthy, sustainable” population.

1 week ago | pa.media | Jane Kirby

Two new drugs for Alzheimer’s have been rejected for use on the NHS. They slow progression of the disease, but they can have serious side-effects. – What are the medicines? Donanemab and lecanemab are targeted antibody drugs that slow down the early stages of Alzheimer’s. They represent a huge step forward in research because they target a known cause of the disease, rather than just treating the symptoms.

1 week ago | pa.media | Eleanor Barlow

A cathedral which is said to have transformed British design has had its listing status upgraded to recognise the building’s “architectural brilliance”. The Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King in Liverpool, often referred to locally as a “wigwam” due to its unique shape, has been awarded Grade I listed status by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport, following advice from Historic England.

1 week ago | pa.media | Camilla Foster

If you have been struggling to fall asleep over the past few nights, tossing and turning in bed, you’re not alone. While many of us enjoy the gorgeous sunny days, the muggy evenings are a different story… and not nearly as pleasant. To better understand why these humid nights can severely disrupt our sleep, we spoke with Dr Greg Elder, associate director of Northumbria Sleep Research at Northumbria University.

2 weeks ago | pa.media | Lara Owen

With summer fast approaching, finding the perfect swimsuit is a tricky task that can leave you drowning in a sea of options. Whether you’re jetting off abroad or are planning on hitting some more local beaches – a good swimsuit or two-piece is a summer staple. This season, sculptural shapes, retro prints and nostalgic colour blocking is making a comeback according to swimwear experts. Here are their must-try styles for summer 2025. 1.