Three men have raised more than £11,000 for Mountbatten Isle of Wight after taking on an epic 100-mile triathlon around the Island. Sam Tyson and brothers Kemp and Aiden Price completed The Wight 100 Miles on Saturday 11 July — with Aiden even flying back from abroad specially to take part. The challenge involved a two-mile sea swim from Sandown to Shanklin, a 70-mile cycle around the Island's coastline and a 28-mile run based on the Walk the Wight route, with an extra stretc

Secret codes, double agents, and impossible missions. Do you have what it takes to complete this week's briefing? Welcome, Agent. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to solve five spy-themed puzzles before reading the answers. Keep your eyes open—one tiny clue can change everything. This week's edition includes two easy puzzles, two medium challenges, and one final mission that will test your powers of deduction. Good luck! 🧠 1) The Secret Meeting (Easy) Two und

Summer in Britain isn’t just about sunshine—it’s about traditions that return year after year, bringing communities together in wonderfully unique ways. From quirky competitions to spectacular displays of history and pageantry, these events have become part of the fabric of a British summer. Whether you’re planning a staycation or simply looking for an excuse to explore somewhere new, these five traditions are well worth travelling for. 1. Royal International Air Tattoo Every

Two endangered red pandas born at Amazon World Zoo Park have left the Isle of Wight to begin a new chapter.

🏉🏏 A rugby team swapped tries for runs as Hurricanes RFC defeated Shanklin & Godshill Midweek XI in a high-scoring cricket friendly, chasing down 183 with an over to spare.

One of the funniest things about rewatching old TV shows as an adult is realising that the "cool" character isn't actually cool at all. As kids or teenagers, we admired their confidence, wit or rebellious streak. Years later, with a little more life experience, it's easier to spot the red flags. Some were selfish, others were arrogant, and a few were simply exhausting to be around. Here are five TV characters who seemed like icons at the time—but lose a little of their shine

Europe's coastline is dotted with world-famous destinations, but popularity often comes at a price. Packed beaches, souvenir shops, and endless queues can sometimes overshadow the very charm that made these places famous in the first place. Fortunately, there are still coastal towns where fishing boats outnumber superyachts, local cafés serve regulars alongside visitors, and life follows the rhythm of the sea rather than the tourist season. Here are five European coastal town

Nearly 200 matches were played across a packed weekend as the Isle of Wight hosted its first-ever IW Classic squash tournament.