The average lifespan of Island residents rose to a new high last year, according to figures from the government.
In 2017, the average age of registered death stood at 79.
After dropping to 78 in 2021 and 2022, it's been rising steadily.
And in 2025, the average age at death was 81 according to data from the Central Registry.
Runaway bride to shut street
A runaway bride will shut a street in Port St Mary later this month.
Entirety of Mountain Road re-closing this morning
The whole of the Mountain Road will re-close later this morning.
Treasury Minister to give update on Island's economy
The Treasury Minister is due to give an update on the Island's economy next week.
Civic amenity site to re-open reuse areas this week
The western Civic Amenity site says it'll reopen its reuse garages this week.
Info session explaining the job of an MHK
If you're thinking of running for a seat in the House of Keys this year, a special session next week can tell you more about the role.
Decision on controversial takeaway plans today
The fate of plans for a controversial takeaway on a new housing estate will be decided today.
Firefighters tackle shed blaze
The fire and rescue service says crews were called to a shed fire in Greeba this afternoon, Sunday, April 12.
New report shows progress made by government carers strategy
The government's published the first annual progress report on its ten-year carers strategy.
