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Could a female athlete ever run a sub-two-hour marathon?
On a cool October morning at the Chicago Marathon 2019, badass Kenyan distance runner Brigid Kosgei shattered the marathon world record by 81 seconds. She clocked 2:14:04 to smash Brit Paula Radcliffe’s 2003 record, just a day after Eliud Kipchoge completed the sub-two-hour challenge in Vienna. But the question remains: will the world of female athletics ever “break two hours”?
Diabetes was a catalyst for my body dysmorphia
Anna Wilson, a 20-year-old student from Essex, tells the story of her diagnosis with Type 1 Diabetes at 16. She discusses how misconceptions of her illness - for example that it is her ‘fault’- dramatic weight gain and having to log everything she eats have led to issues with body image.
Sheffield Pride: why it hasn't returned and why this could be a good thing
Pride month is only around the corner with celebrations planned across the country. However, Sheffield has been left without a major Pride event since 2019 – but this could be a good thing...
Lesbian Visibility Week 2023: Everything you need to know about its significance in Sheffield
Sheffield snow brings city to a standstill
Sheffield pop-up shop showcases local female-owned businesses for International Women's Day
Sheffield city centre location named as the best picnic spot in the UK
The study was conducted by Cartwright & Butler, a luxury food hamper company, who compared over 4,000 parks nationwide to find the best picnic spots this July.
All of the parks had to have a minimum 4* rating in the top 100 most populated towns and cities in the UK.
They used Google Maps to determine how many public toilets and convenience stores there are within a 10-minute walk of ea
Arson attack causes yet more damage to abandoned ski village - look how it has changed over the years
South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue said the blaze on Wednesday at the Parkwood Springs site is believed to have been started deliberately – the latest in a long list of arson attacks at the site over the years.
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9 great places to eat out for under £10 - some of these might surprise you
‘Spoons is the classic place to go for an affordable meal and a drink. Whether you want a burger and fries, or something lighter like a salad- they’ve got you covered!
Proove, in Broomhill, offer a lunch deal for £9.90 on weekdays which includes a pizza, side and drink! All of the Neapolitan pizzas are made to order with a choice of toppings and there is vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options.
‘Notty hou
South Yorkshire neighbourhood 'heartbroken' for families who lost everything in devastating fire during 38C heat
Between the line of ruined homes and the scorched grass, the residents of Woodlands Drive, Barnsley, can hardly recognise their own street today (July 20).
As a result, residents say despite police and ambulance services arriving in moments, it took up to 40 minutes for fire engines to arrive on Woodland Drive to battle the flames because of how busy crews we
Sheffield heatwave: 9 air-conditioned places you can go to escape the heat
While it’s tempting to resume usual summer rituals such as walks in the park and a pint in your local beer garden, these activities can seem impossible in this heat!
If it’s a cultural day-out you’re looking for, the Cathedral is perfect. They run drop-in guided tours on Tuesdays and Thursdays, as well as pre-booked tours which can be arranged with them by email.
They also have regula
School raises £1,500 to help legendary Sheffield fundraiser reach £1m target
With support from Macmillan and The Star, a new campaign was recently launched to help the legendary fundraiser achieve his goal.
John has pushed his pram, which he bought for his daughter Karen in 1961 and who suddenly passed away at the age of 29, the distance equivalent to the moon and back over the last 15 years.
The ‘man with the pram’ is well-
Five Guys Sheffield: First review of new restaurant - here's what we made of it
Sheffield has a new burger place in town and you can indulge in gourmet burgers, fries and help yourself to a milkshake while you are at it.
Five Guys has just opened at the heart of the Moor and the American fast-food chain is bringing its take on the burger scene to Sheffield. The chain off
Sheffield Half Marathon runner raising money for Ukraine
Endcliffe Parkrun runners commemorate 78th anniversary of Mi Amigo
Estate agents collects “lorry loads” of donations for Ukraine
Endcliffe Parkrun marks 78th anniversary of Mi-Amigo crash
Diabetic student claims bags containing insulin needles only checked once in clubs despite spiking
There were three reports of spiking with needles of young women in Sheffield the weekend before last, and spiking cases are on the rise across the country.
Anna Wilson, aged 19, who is an English Literature student at the University of Sheffield, has Type 1 diabetes and needs access to insulin at all times thro