News https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/table/news/community/ Fri, 01 May 2026 05:21:17 +0100 The Phoenix Newspaper UK | Latest news in UK | Positive news | Inspiring The Next Generation en-gb Paul Philpott completes 2026 TCS London Marathon in support of The Children’s Society https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/paul-philpott-completes-2026-tcs-london-marathon-in-support-of-the-childrens-society https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/paul-philpott-completes-2026-tcs-london-marathon-in-support-of-the-childrens-society

Kia UK’s President and CEO, Paul Philpott, has successfully completed the 2026 TCS London Marathon, running to raise essential funds for The Children’s Society, Kia UK’s official charity partner.

]]> Community Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:16:57 +0100 Birmingham-born businessman Safaraz Ali collects MBE after championing apprenticeships and inclusion https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/birmingham-born-businessman-safaraz-ali-collects-mbe-after-championing-apprenticeships-and-inclusion https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/birmingham-born-businessman-safaraz-ali-collects-mbe-after-championing-apprenticeships-and-inclusion

A businessman born and raised in Alum Rock, Birmingham, B8, has spoken of his pride after recently collecting his MBE, in recognition of his services to diversity and inclusion in business.

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Rail passengers planning to travel to or from Liverpool during the early May Bank Holiday weekend are being advised to plan ahead when upcoming railway upgrades take place.

]]> Community Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:25:06 +0100 As UK families embrace smart living, new research shows they're seeking ways to cope with the demands of connected homes https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/as-uk-families-embrace-smart-living-new-research-shows-they-re-seeking-ways-to-cope-with-the-demands-of-connected-homes https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/as-uk-families-embrace-smart-living-new-research-shows-they-re-seeking-ways-to-cope-with-the-demands-of-connected-homes

New research from Persil and Comfort reveals that while the UK is embracing smart home technology at speed, many households are feeling the pressure of managing it all - including busy parents navigating work, family and an expanding stack of connected devices - especially when they don't have the right products to work alongside the smart appliances.

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A huge St George’s Cross, believed to be the largest display of the flag in the UK, has been unveiled with the local council vowing to "continue to fly it with pride" for England's national day.

]]> Community Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:12:30 +0100 Rail passengers thanked after Lancashire’s week-long power line renewals https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/rail-passengers-thanked-after-lancashires-week-long-power-line-renewals https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/rail-passengers-thanked-after-lancashires-week-long-power-line-renewals

West Coast Main Line passengers are being thanked for their patience after improvements to the overhead power systems for trains this month.

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