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Farnborough Airshow takes off as thousands flock to see aviation history in action
8+ hour, 23+ min ago (435+ words) Thousands of aviation fans flocked to Hampshire as the Farnborough International Airshow 2026 opened, promising a close-up look at cutting-edge and historic aircraft. The five-day event, running until July 24, is expected to draw more than 100,000 visitors and 1,400 exhibitors from over 40 countries....
Busy route linking Winchester and Basingstoke to close from tonight for resurfacing
9+ hour, 1+ min ago (252+ words) A busy stretch of the A33 between Winchester and Dummer is set to shut overnight, with all traffic sent onto a lengthy diversion route while resurfacing works take place. The five-night closure will begin on July 20 and run between 9pm and 6am each…...
Georgia Hunter Bell is targeting Glasgow 2026 success
15+ hour, 20+ min ago (626+ words) Glasgow will bring a sense of familiarity for Georgia Hunter Bell as she looks to mark another career milestone in the city. The 32-year-old was a frequent commuter to the Commonwealth Games host city in her job in tech sales…...
Moonlight Walk returns with festival fun to light up Basingstoke’s night sky
13+ hour, 43+ min ago (371+ words) Residents are being urged to get involved with a popular charity walk under the stars. St. Michael’s Hospice’s Moonlight Walk is returning, offering a lively festival atmosphere while raising money for hospice care across North Hampshire. The event will take…...
New women’s walking football team invites players aged 40 and above to join the fun
13+ hour, 43+ min ago (315+ words) A new women’s walking football team is inviting players aged 40 and above to lace up their boots and join the fun. Waspettes United Walking Football Club is in Basingstoke and is set to become a hub of activity for women…...
The travel cards that let you spend abroad for free and reward you when you get home
14+ hour, 53+ min ago (509+ words) Heading abroad this summer? You could cut the cost of your holiday simply by using the right bank card, with a growing number of fee-free debit and credit cards now rewarding customers for spending overseas. New analysis from financial ratings…...
PepsiCo recalls Doritos Chilli Heatwave due to health risk
14+ hour, 54+ min ago (324+ words) PepsiCo has urgently recalled a popular packet of Doritos after they were found to pose a potential health risk. Packets of Doritos Chilli Heatwave (140g and 180g) have been recalled, and the Food Standards Agency (FSA) has warned consumers: "Do not eat…...
'Early walk out in the fields' captured in our Picture of the Week
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (107+ words) Painted Lady butterfly steals the show in our Picture of the Week Residents urged to take part in the Big Butterfly Count Dozens of bird species recorded on farm during monitoring project Beautiful sunset over Manydown captured in our Picture…...
Good food, a sunny garden and a warm welcome for dogs – this pub gets it right
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (565+ words) Finding a pub with a great outdoor space, quality food, and a genuinely warm welcome for dogs as well as their owners can be surprisingly difficult. Lucky for us, the De Havilland Arms in Fleet ticks all those boxes and…...
Thousands set to gather in Hampshire for major religious convention Jalsa Salana
3+ day, 11+ hour ago (393+ words) The UK’s largest Muslim convention returns, as thousands gather for the annual Jalsa Salana. Thousands of Muslims from across the UK are set to gather in Hampshire for this year’s Jalsa Salana. Each year, the convention at Hadeeqatul Mahdi in…...