Amelia Bath died on March 6 at her home in Yapton Lane, Walberton, West Sussex – the 12-year-old is believed to have been targeted by bullies on Snapchat in the weeks before her tragic death

A “bright” and “loving” girl was found dead at her home, a coroner’s court heard.

Amelia Bath, aged 12, sadly died on March 6 at her home in Yapton Lane, Walberton, West Sussex.

Coroner Joseph Turner described the facts and circumstances of Amelia’s death as “unnatural” during an inquest opening at West Sussex Coroner’s Court in Horsham. A statement from a coroner’s officer said: “She was sadly found deceased at her home address by hanging.”

Amelia’s uncle, Kris Marsh, said her death “was an absolute massive shock to everybody” and “totally out of the blue”. He added: “I don’t think you ever recover from something like this. Marie her mum had gotten up that morning as usual, gone to wake her up for school and then found Amelia in her bedroom. Her world had just been completely turned upside down.”

Her aunt Lisa Marsh has set up an online fundraiser on GoFundMe to support the family with funeral costs. Funds will also be donated in Amelia’s memory to children’s hospice Chestnut Tree House.

Ms Marsh told the Daily Mail that Amelia had spent the evening before her death laughing and joking, eating fish and chips at her grandparents’ house. Friends later told her parents that Amelia had been targeted by bullies on Snapchat in the weeks before her death.

In the fundraiser, Ms Marsh paid tribute to her “beautiful niece”, describing her as a “bright, funny, kind-hearted and loving girl who filled every room with warmth and laughter”.

She said: “She had the most beautiful soul and so much life ahead of her. She was deeply loved, and she loved deeply in return. The silence she has left behind is unbearable, and the hole in our hearts will never truly heal.”

Ms Marsh added: “If you are able to donate or share this page, we would be forever grateful. Every penny, every kind word, and every act of support means more than we can ever express.”

A spokesperson for Sussex Police said officers were “reviewing the wider circumstances” and her death was not being treated as suspicious. They said: “We are working alongside schools and partner agencies to support the girl’s family and others who have been impacted.” The inquest was adjourned until a pre-inquest review on June 17.

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Everton’s brilliant midfielder James Garner has opened up on the difficult times he went through before his stellar run of form earned a call-up from England manager Thomas Tuchel

James Garner admits he treated this season with a make-or-break attitude that has seen him rewarded with an England call-up. The Everton midfielder, 25, has been one of the Premier League’s most consistent performers over the past seven months and is now widely tipped to make the cut for Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup squad.

But after signing from Manchester United in September, 2022, Garner endured a frustrating time with injury and form before establishing himself as a key figure in Everton’s revival under David Moyes. His emergence as one of the country’s most versatile talents – Garner has proved to be an effective right-back on occasions – earned the 25-year-old a new deal at Everton that keeps him at Hill Dickinson Stadium until the summer of 2030.

But Garner had started Everton’s 2025/26 campaign, believing he had an awful lot to prove. A place at World Cup 2026 certainly seemed a long way off.

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Garner, who was part of the England Euro-winning under-21 squad in 2023, said: “I told myself at the start of the season that this season has to be the season that I can show everyone what I can do. Since I signed for Everton, I’ve had quite unlucky spells with two serious back injuries so that obviously put me out for a long time.

“Then, the first three years we’ve been fighting near the relegation zone. So, it’s been quite tough for me to really showcase what I can do.

“I just thought to myself this season is a fresh season, with a new manager, a new stadium. And with a year left on my contract as well, I knew I had to show everybody what I’m really about and showcase all my talents.

“I’m glad this season is going as well as it is. I set really high standards for myself and I know for those first three years I was not up to the levels that I know I can be at.

“I knew there were levels to go and I think there are still even more. I’m trying every single day to get better and try to reach those levels.”

And Garner believes his vote of approval from Tuchel reflects the positivity around Everton in their first season in their new state-of-the-art riverside home. He went on: “Since David Moyes came in, with his staff, the club has come in leaps and bounds.

“I’m very thankful for all the help he has given me since he came in. The manager has put the belief in the players.

“We all bond well – going forward, there’s no reason why we can’t be in the top half of the table and competing for the European spots. I’m hoping for my first cap and if Everton can finish in a European spot, it would be one special season.”

For his part in that triumph at the under-21 Euros, Lee Carsley was due to give Garner a special golden cap during this senior camp. And Garner has a dream of following that honour with something even more special.

He said: “For me, that was probably one of the best feelings I’ve had in football. So I just want to go one step further now and hopefully win a trophy for the first team as well.”

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A blood-covered Texas man who knocked on doors in a neighborhood begging for help was then shot by a homeowner after forcing his way into a property, according to police.

The Houston Police Department says the man is in critical condition at a hospital in the city following the confrontation, ABC13 Houston reported.

The incident began shortly after midnight on Monday when witnesses reported seeing two men running near Campden Hill. One man was reportedly wearing a mask, while the other was bleeding from the head.

According to investigators, the bloodied man began a frantic circuit of the neighborhood, knocking on the doors of several homes. Video footage obtained by ABC13 captured the man shouting for help and banging on a door before he eventually reached a property in the 4800 block.

Authorities say the man kicked in the front door and forced his way inside the house, where he was subsequently shot by the homeowner.

According to KHOU 11, a CBS affiliate in Houston, Lt. J.P. Horelica stated that investigators believe both suspects are in their early 20s.

The masked man was described as wearing a black hoodie and a jumpsuit. He fled the scene on foot in an unknown direction and remains unidentified.

Police have not yet determined the cause of the man’s initial injuries or whether he had been assaulted before the break-in.

Residents of the quiet suburb expressed shock at the violence.

Gerald Conkrite, a neighbor, told reporters that such events are a rarity for the area.

“We don’t have that over here,” Conkrite told ABC13. “It don’t work like that over here no more.”

KHOU 11 reported that investigators are also asking residents to review home-surveillance footage from the neighborhood to track the suspects’ movements before the shooting.

Peter Roderick, City of York Council’s public health director, said there had been no cases of meningococcal disease, the bacterial infection which causes meningitis and septicaemia, recorded locally.

But he added people should look out for the symptoms of both infections and get vaccinated, particularly if they are of student age.

It comes as the peak of the meningitis outbreak which has killed two people in Kent is now thought to have passed, according to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA).

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A total of 29 confirmed and suspected cases linked to the MenB strain outbreak in and around the University of Kent’s Canterbury campus were recorded as of Monday, March 23.

York official Mr Roderick said spotting the symptoms of meningitis and septicaemia and getting the MenACWY vaccine were the two key things he wanted to impress on people.

He added in a Facebook message on Monday people could contact their GP and get the vaccine which is available up to the age of 25.

Many people have had vaccines as children or teenagers but immunity can vary.

The onset of meningitis, the inflammation of the lining of the brain, can be sudden.

Symptoms include a rash that does not fade when pressed with glass, a sudden high fever, severe and worsening headaches, a stiff neck and vomiting and diarrhoea.

People waiting for meningitis vaccines at the University of Kent (Image: PA)

Joint and muscle pain, a dislike of bright lights, very cold hands and feet, seizures, confusion and delirium and extreme tiredness and difficultly waking can also be signs of infection.

People who develop symptoms themselves or know someone who has should contact 999 or go to A&E urgently.

Mr Roderick also said people should ensure they and their children have had the MMR vaccine, following a rise in cases locally and nationally.

MMR vaccines are available for people of all ages.

The council said any child or young person not fully vaccinated may have to stay away from school, college or university for up to 21 days following exposure to measles.

Mr Roderick added people should be on the look out for the symptoms of measles.

It typically starts with cold-like symptoms including a high temperature, a runny or blocked nose, sneezing, coughing and red, sore and watering eyes.

Small white spots can appear on the inside of the mouth a few days later and the illness is also characterised by a red, blotchy rash.

Measles can spread very easily and it can lead to serious problems in some people and is particularly dangerous for children.

Anyone concerned about themselves or their child should contact their GP or the NHS’ 111 line in the first instance.

In the Premier League, he has made 310 appearances for Liverpool, with 189 goals and 92 assists. This total of 281 goal contributions is the biggest for one club in Premier League history, five more than Wayne Rooney for Manchester United.

Salah possessed the selfish, ruthless streak that is common among all the greats, but the assists figure alone demonstrates he was also a team contributor.

He put down his marker in a stellar first season, scoring 44 goals and contributing 14 assists in 52 appearances. The campaign ended in tears, however, after he injured his shoulder when challenged by Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos in the Champions League final, lasting only 31 minutes of a 3-1 loss in Kiev.

He only had to wait a year for Champions League final redemption, scoring an early penalty when Liverpool beat Tottenham 2-0 in Madrid.

Salah formed one part of an attacking trident that was as potent as anything in world football at the time, alongside Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino.

He raided from the right, Mane patrolled the left, while Firmino could play as a striker or drop deep to add subtle brushstrokes to a fluid, devastating combination.

It was the perfect marriage of pressing, power, skill, pace and threat. Salah and Mane were not always compatible as personalities but on the pitch they were perfectly in tune with each other, aided by the graceful Brazilian Firmino.

Salah’s consistency and fitness was remarkable. His lowest goals total in a full season before this current campaign came in 2019-20 when he ‘only’ scored 23 as Liverpool won the title for the first time in 30 years.

In his Liverpool career, Salah’s win rate from 310 Premier League appearances is 63.9%, while from his total of 435 games it is 62.7% – a reflection of glorious years for club and player.

Detectives remained at two scenes in north Manchester following the fatal incident

A murder investigation has been launched after a man who was found unconscious in the street in north Manchester tragically died.

Police and paramedics had been called to Crescent Road in Crumpsall at around 11.50pm on Monday to concerns for the welfare of a man. He was found unconscious in the road and taken to hospital, but was later pronounced dead.

Scenes were put in place overnight and throughout Tuesday (March 23) on Wellington Road and Crescent Road, with forensics officers and detectives seen conducting investigations. An evidence tent was also erected on the pavement with officers seen manning the cordon.

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Flowers have since been laid at the scene of the incident. Pictures showed police tape blocking off the area with multiple police cars in attendance.

A man was arrested on suspicion of murder and has been taken into custody to be questioned by detectives, who are still trying to piece together the circumstances surrounding the incident. Two scenes on Wellington Road and Crescent Road remain in place while officers ‘explore all lines of enquiry’.

Detective Inspector Chris Chadderton from the City of Manchester Division said: “This is a tragic incident in which a man has sadly lost his life, and our thoughts are firmly with his loved ones.

“We have a team of detectives working to piece together the events leading up to his death and are continuing to explore all available lines of enquiry. We urge anyone who may have seen anything, or has CCTV, doorbell, mobile or dashcam footage from around the time of the incident, to please contact us as this could be vital to our investigation.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact the police on 0161 856 1146 quoting log 3923 of 23/03/2026. Information can also be shared using the ‘report tool’ or LiveChat function at www.gmp.police.uk

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Imagine a man wants to buy a new shirt for work that he plans to wear once a week for at least the next five years. When browsing for options, he finds one shirt from a lower-quality brand priced at £20 and one shirt from a high-quality brand for £50. Which one should he buy?

From his previous experience with the two brands, he knows that if he plans to wear the shirt once a week (so roughly 50 times per year) the lower-quality shirt will last him about a year. After that, he will need to replace it. The high-quality shirt will be good for at least four years. But clearly, the high-quality shirt is also more expensive.

Our theoretical shopper would probably conclude that the high-quality shirt makes more economic sense. Taking into account the purchase price relative to how many times he can wear the shirt, it would cost him only 25 pence for each time he would wear it, compared to the lower-quality shirt at 40 pence.

This is the logic of “cost per wear”. Some fashion blogs and small businesses have started using this concept to make the case for high-quality clothing. The rationale is simple – higher-quality clothing should last longer, making a higher purchase price worthwhile in the long run. Cost per wear is calculated by dividing the garment price by the number of times the consumer expects to wear it.

Essentially, cost per wear works much like unit pricing in supermarkets. These measures already help consumers compare things like the price of a product per 100g, per chocolate bar in a multipack, or per laundry load. But this same logic isn’t yet applied to clothes in a retail setting.

The fashion industry is one of the largest contributors to environmental harm, accounting for up to 8% of the world’s carbon emissions, causing immense water pollution due to textile treatments such as dyeing, and producing millions of tonnes of textile waste annually.

Using cost per wear in shops or online retail spaces could reduce the environmental impact of fashion – the more frequently a garment can be worn, the more efficiently the consumed resources are used. And of course the longer that garment remains in use, the less often it needs to be replaced.

The problem is that most shoppers don’t know how long a garment will last. Without a prompt in stores or online, many consumers do not even consider clothing longevity when buying.

But standardised fabric-testing methods exist already. These methods assess the durability of fabric according to the number of abrasion cycles (that is, the number of rubs against an abrasive surface) it can tolerate before showing signs of wear. This could easily be applied to clothing, allowing retailers to include cost per wear labels alongside the purchase price.

In research I carried out with Lucia Reisch from Cambridge Judge Business School, we tested this idea. In a number of experiments, we showed participants from online panels a lower-quality, cheaper garment (a sweater, for example) and a higher-quality, more expensive version. We then asked which they would prefer.

Fast fashion suddenly wasn’t so affordable

When we included information on the cost per wear for both options – or even just the high-quality option (showing a lower cost per wear compared to a poorer-quality option, or a reference value), participants were more likely to choose the more expensive, high-quality option.

The effect was stronger when participants were shopping for everyday wear over occasion wear, when they could compare the cost per wear between options, and when the cost per wear information was said to be certified by an independent third party. Participants then trusted the information more, and we found that this could outperform a general durability claim made by a brand.

Our studies showed that cost per wear can make cheap fashion suddenly appear more expensive to shoppers – the high-quality options were viewed as better financial investments. And by choosing the more economical, high-quality option, participants were also choosing the greener option.

Cost per wear can increase the perception of affordability for more expensive, high‐quality clothing. But of course many shoppers will still not be able to afford the higher purchase price even though they know it would make more long-term economic sense.

And cost per wear only reflects the durability of an item as one dimension of sustainability. It does not reflect ethical considerations, such as the conditions workers face in the production process, or ecological aspects such as the use of natural or synthetic fibres.

Brands and retailers must also be willing to display cost per wear labels without regulation. High-quality brands may arguably have a greater incentive to do so than fast fashion brands.

However, the concept of cost per wear is still worth pursuing. It can prompt shoppers at the point of purchase to consider a garment’s durability and how often they might wear it. And ideally, it would motivate them to ditch fast fashion and choose greener options – even if just to save money in the long run.

The pink jacket is stylish and has two pockets for added utility feel

Even though the weather in spring will slowly start to improve, you might often get caught out on some days when it is a lot colder than expected. It is good to have a few light jackets in your springtime wardrobe for those days.

Tesco F&F has just released the F&F Textured Pocket Front Zip Up Jacket in Pink that would look very stylish with a range of outfits. The textured jacket has been designed with a “cool collared neckline and zip fastening” and comes in both a baby pink and cream.

The jacket is ideal for layering and has two front flap pockets to “add a utility-inspired feel”. The chic jacket is currently being sold for £35 with Clubcard members being able to get 25% off the item at the moment.

The pink jacket was posted in a video to the Tesco F&F Instagram page, which currently has 887K followers. The post was captioned: “Layering up in Spring Pastels. Shop our latest Spring collection. #FandFClothing #StyleItOut.”

Fans of the F&F clothing brand have already taken to social media to share their opinions on the cute spring item. One commenter said: “Oh my goodness, the bouclé jacket!!”

If you want to get your hands on the jacket or any other item for springtime, you can go to the Tesco website to browse all of its clothing. You can also go in person to a Tesco store with a clothing department.

Boden has plenty of alternative options if this jacket is not quite what you are looking for. There is this Stamford Linen Blazer that reviews say has a “good fit and design” or this Marylebone Ponte Blazer, which is a good option if you need something for work.

If these jackets are not quite inline with your style, New Look also has some pieces in stock you might like. There is this Premium Tan Double Breasted Mac Trench Coat, which can be styled to create a very trendy look, or this Off White Flap Pocket Cotton Shacket that comes in a range of colours.

Sarah Gillis, owner of The Copper Kettle in Reeth, has seen her popular Swaledale café selected as an official stop on the 2026 MARK Bike & Brew Passport.

The initiative, run by the charity Motorbiker Acts of Random Kindness (MARK), encourages riders to visit independent biker-friendly venues while raising money for local causes.

The Copper Kettle in Reeth (Image: NORTHERN ECHO)

Out of 296 participating cafés across England and Wales, The Copper Kettle holds the distinction of being the second most northern stop on the route this year.

The scheme invites bikers to collect stamps at venues along the trail, helping to fund community projects including food banks, hospices and veterans’ support, while also promoting mental health awareness within the motorcycling community.

Sarah said: “Being the second most northern stop out of nearly 300 cafés is a real badge of honour for us.

“Reeth has always been a favourite for bikers, but being part of the MARK family adds a deeper purpose.

“It’s about more than just a pit stop; it’s about supporting mental health and being part of a community that looks out for one another.

“We’re ready to put the kettle on for everyone riding north this year.”

The café is expected to welcome an influx of visitors when the 2026 riding season officially begins on April 1, as bikers travel to tick off one of the northernmost locations on the national map.

MARK, which achieved full charity status in 2025, was founded by riders aiming to channel the biking community’s passion into acts of kindness and support.

Its Bike & Brew Passport scheme has grown into a nationwide network of cafés and “rider hubs” offering welcoming spaces for bikers to connect.

Funds raised through the initiative support a range of grassroots causes, while the organisation also delivers mental health first aid training and installs life-saving equipment such as defibrillators in biker-friendly venues.

Residents and visiting riders are being encouraged to stop by The Copper Kettle to see the passport scheme in action and support a business helping to put Reeth on the national charity map.

The quarterly survey of more than 100 founders across the region found that 71 per cent are optimistic about their business prospects over the next 12 months, with many reporting strong pipelines, new opportunities, and encouraging levels of demand.

In contrast, the findings also highlight significant pressures facing SMEs.

Elaine Stroud, chief executive of the Entrepreneurs’ Forum, (Image: Supplied)

Around 70 per cent of entrepreneurs cite rising costs as their biggest concern, with employment costs, including recent increases in minimum wage and National Insurance contributions, most frequently mentioned.

More broadly, nearly half of respondents say government policy and regulatory uncertainty are affecting business confidence.

Changes to employment legislation, taxation, and the overall regulatory environment are creating additional challenges for founders planning their next stage of growth.

Cash flow pressures appear to have eased since the previous survey (December 2025), with the proportion of entrepreneurs naming them as a key challenge falling from 33 per cent to 25 per cent, but the underlying picture remains complex.

About four in ten entrepreneurs report difficulties converting pipeline opportunities into revenue, citing slower client decision-making and payment terms that extend well beyond traditional timeframes.

Despite these challenges, the survey points to a resilient entrepreneurial community.

Three-quarters of respondents expect their turnover to increase over the next 12 months, and more than half anticipate expanding their workforce during the same period.

Elaine Stroud, chief executive of the Entrepreneurs’ Forum, said: “Entrepreneurs are naturally optimistic people, and that optimism really comes through in this survey.

“Many founders across the North East are seeing strong sales pipelines, new opportunities, and encouraging momentum.

“At the same time, rising employment costs and economic uncertainty are clearly creating pressure, but what stands out is the resilience of the region’s entrepreneurial community.

“Even in a challenging environment, founders continue to invest, adapt, and look for new opportunities.

“And that entrepreneurial energy remains a key driver of growth for the North East economy.”

The survey also highlights the growing role of technology in business operations.

More than 90 per cent of respondents say they are now using Artificial Intelligence in some form, most commonly to support productivity, data analysis, marketing, and operational efficiency.

The Entrepreneurs’ Forum Pulse Survey is conducted quarterly to capture the views of founders and business leaders across the North East region and provide insight into the opportunities and challenges shaping the region’s economy.