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More than 1,000 pupils in Florida, Philadelphia, Arizona, Oklahoma, Indiana, Texas and Connecticut. Educators say it is proving a powerful way to spark curiosity in science whilst keeping children entertained

Ad Feature Children’s book Making Science Magical reaches #1 on Amazon in US & UK

Panache Cruises’ Strawberry Fields Digital Hub. Picture: Panache Cruises

Luxury cruise retailer in Chorley reveals secret to £35M turnover

The Squeeze/ —And the Girl Screamed by Gil Brewer

The Squeeze/ —And the Girl Screamed by Gil Brewer: book review

St Petersburg, Florida

What happened when I visited Florida as an LGBT+ traveller

Get more Floriday bang for your buck with this secret ticket hack

Orlando’s best hack: save with this Discovery Cove all‑inclusive deal

Relaxing with premium drinks, tropical wildlife and white-sand beaches at Discovery Cove Orlando.

Secret Orlando attraction with summer 2026 deals — save up to 40%

I visited Universal's newest theme park Epic Universe in Florida ahead of its grand opening — it felt like stepping into a dream

I visited Universal's new theme park Epic Universe - it was a dream

A webcam in Plaški, Croatia caught the spectacle in clear detail.

Glowing white swirl visible across UK - Met Office gives likely cause

Amelia Island in Florida has 13 miles of picturesque and pristine beaches

Florida's lesser-known treasures - St Augustine and Amelia Island

Cheerleaders achieve the 'ultimate goal' as they bid for top title

You could hit the jackpot and have a holiday in Dubai for just £99 - or it might just be a beach holiday in Spain

This £99 mystery holiday deal includes Barbados, New York, or Dubai

Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix

Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix: book review

A poll of 2,000 adults revealed over half get a boost from having something to look forward to

Having a holiday to aim for is key to mental wellbeing, survey shows

Hurricane Milton from space

Hurricane Milton: What the MET Office says about effects on your area

Couple behind charity stranded in Florida as Hurricane Milton to hit

Tommie-lee Gracie Billington, 11,died after he was found unresponsive at a friend's home in Greenset Close, Lancaster

Craze believed to have killed Lancs boy 'promoted in over 100 TikToks'
A deadly craze which is believed to have killed a boy in Lancashire is being promoted in more than 100 videos on TikTok, a new study has warned.
Sean Gleaves

A Florida surgeon mistakenly removed a patient's liver instead of his spleen, causing him to die, his family have claimed. (Photo: Pexels/Pixabay)

Man reportedly dies after Florida surgeon removes wrong organ

Working on a cruise ship has its perks. Photo: Adobe

Who's The Daddy: It’s hard work, but it’s never been so much fun

The Incredible Hulk Coaster at Universal Orlando Resort

Free kid's place on selected holidays to Orlando, Florida

Ruby Girlz in one of many competitions they have done this season

National champions win bid for USA cheerleading world championships

The Vibra Blanc Cottage, Menorca

Latest bargain breaks and holidays - from the Balearics to Florida

The family on holiday.

Couple fined £2,000 for taking their kids on holiday during term time

Izzy Durose passed her driving test on her fourth attempt

Watch: I went home to cry after my third driving test fail

A young team of gymnasts from Chorley are going to compete in the World Championships in Orlando and are fundraising to help them get there.

Young gymnasts to compete in World Championships

Local author Kelly Farrington has just launched his debut novel, Absorption.

"Not for the faint hearted" -Local author launches debut sci-fi novel

Several US states are suing the company which owns Facebook and Instagram, Meta, claiming that the social media platforms harm children's mental health. Image by Adobe Photos.

US states sue Meta claiming social media harms kids' mental health

The winner of the $1.6 billion Mega Millions jackpot in August has come forward to claim the prize.

Breaking US winner claims £1.32 billion jackpot prize
The winner of the $1.6 billion Mega Millions jackpot in August has come forward to claim the prize.
Rahmah Ghazali

The win is the third biggest in US history

Lottery player wins historic $1.58billion jackpot

A man was found dead at Disney World Resort hotel

Man, 39 found dead at Disney World Resort after balcony incident

Watch as group of animals surround woman in a real life Snow White moment

Watch as woman has Snow White moment in a Florida park

Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello have been together for nine-years and married since 2015 - Credit: Getty

Sofia Vergara to divorce husband Joe Manganiello after seven years

Desantis Peaky Blinders: Cillian Murphy & BBC cast denounce ‘homophobic’ video shared by Republican candidate

Cillian Murphy & Peaky Blinders hit out at ‘homophobic’ video

Travis Scott (left) and Central Cee (right) will perform at Rolling Loud Portugal 2023 (Getty Images)

Rolling Loud 2023: music festival ticket prices, age limit and line up

TRON Lightcycle at Walt Disney World (Steven Diaz, Photographer)

Walt Disney World: why Florida's theme park isn't just for kids

Watch the terrifying moment childen were left in a car that caught fire

Car bursts into flames with children inside while mother shoplifts

Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida (Photo by Todd Anderson/Disney Parks via Getty Images)

Disney dining plans return to Walt Disney World Florida

Martin Amis death: Distinguished novelist & son of celebrated author Sir Kingsley Amis, dies aged 73

Breaking Distinguished novelist Martin Amis has died aged 73

Immersive Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser to close its doors in September, just over a year since it was launched. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)

Huge Disney hotel announces closure after being open for just 1 year

British Airways launches money-saving sale with holidays to New York for just £352 per person

British Airways launch sale with holidays to New York for just £352

17 girls from Chorley Gymnastics Club will be jetting off to Florida next month to compete at the International Association of Independent Gymnastics Clubs (IAIGC) competition. The club has set up a GoFundMe page to help raise funds needed for their trip

Chorley gymnasts take on the world!

Tori Bowie as World Champion in 100m at 2017 World Athletics Championship

American ex-world champion sprinter Tori Bowie dies at 32

For those looking to head to Disney World Orlando next year can bag a bargain with this new offer

Disney World launches early booking offer with free park access

Taylor Swift performs onstage for the opening night of “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour” at State Farm Stadium on March 17, 2023 in Swift City, ERAzona (Glendale, Arizona). Credit: Getty Images

Taylor Swift Era’s Tour: Easter eggs for Speak Now Taylor’s Version

Taylor Swift performs onstage for the opening night of “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour” at State Farm Stadium on March 17, 2023 in Swift City, ERAzona (Glendale, Arizona). Credit: Getty Images

Taylor Swift Eras tour: Surprise songs at Florida show & full setlist

Drake Bell missing: Nickelodeon star reported ‘endangered’ by police

Breaking Drake Bell: Nickelodeon star ‘is safe’ after police appeal for help

WrestleMania will go Hollywood for one final time with Night 2 which airs on Sunday, April 2 - Credit: WWE

How to watch WWE WrestleMania 39 - full match card and UK start time

Florida aquarium to release orca after over 50 years in captivity

Michelangelo’s David statue

Breaking Art lesson featuring Michelangelo’s David statue dubbed 'pornographic'

Ant and Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway

How to win place on the plane on Ant and Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway

Hollywood icon Dick Van Dyke is an actor, singer and dancer. The 96 year old is most known for his roles in The Dick Van Dyke Show, Mary Poppins and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. The actor's career has spanned over 70 years.

Breaking Actor and star of Mary Poppins involved in car crash in Miami

Ant and Dec forced to apologise on Saturday Night Takeaway as Toni Collette swears live on ITV

Breaking Ant & Dec issue apology as Toni Collette swears on live TV

UK based company Inmarsat have successfully achieved the ‘world’s first carbon neutral rocket launch’ after launching the 1-6 F2 satellite from Cape Canaveral.

UK firm achieves world’s first ‘carbon neutral rocket launch’

Entertainment giant Disney seeks to crown its biggest UK fan to celebrate their ...

Tiger King’s Carole Baskin claims ‘dead’ husband Don Lewis is ‘alive’

Matthew Macfadyen plays John Stonehouse in the series (Photo: ITV)

How to watch ITV drama Stonehouse and full cast including Keeley Hawes

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