Servicemen, servicewomen and animals are being honoured across the North East and Cumbria for Remembrance. Local people have added knitted and crocheted poppies to decorate Barrow Town Hall, and a tree carving honouring animals who died in conflicts was unveiled at Ridley Park in Blyth.
Celebrations for Diwali and the Hindu new year are taking place at Neasden Temple in north-west London, with prayers, music and a fireworks display. The festival is observed by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains and is a celebration of light over darkness.
Friends in Bromsgrove have raised thousands of pounds for cancer charities following the loss of loved ones. Their fundraising honours those they lost while supporting vital causes.
A youth charity survey of nearly 4,000 teenagers found many young people feel unprepared for adult life and want more practical skills and support.
