news august 2010
Decent picture quality 'essential' in online dating
A good picture is arguably one of the most important tools on the online dating scene and single.. read more
02/08/2010 19:29:05 (updated 10/08/2010 19:19:37)
Prince Charles helps launch military awards
His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales has launched military awards aimed at recognising the hard.. read more
03/08/2010 14:21:03 (updated 11/08/2010 14:19:39)
Soldier lends support to fundraising drive
A fundraising drive by Staffordshire-based Hanley Economic Building Society has attracted support.. read more
03/08/2010 17:14:09 (updated 11/08/2010 16:19:47)
Internet dating 'makes courtship easier'
Recent technological advances have made it easier for single soldiers to court ladies, even if they.. read more
03/08/2010 17:15:43 (updated 11/08/2010 16:19:47)
Robbie Williams to headline Help for Heroes gig
Robbie Williams has become the latest big-name celebrity to offer his support to the Help for.. read more
03/08/2010 17:15:55 (updated 11/08/2010 16:19:47)
Troops to use iPad for Afghanistan operations
British troops set to deploy to Afghanistan are making use of specially-adapted iPads, it has been.. read more
03/08/2010 21:00:42 (updated 11/08/2010 20:19:53)
Help for Heroes provides £1 million donation for St Dunstan's
Wounded soldiers are set to benefit from a £1 million donation by Help for Heroes to St.. read more
04/08/2010 15:15:59 (updated 12/08/2010 14:19:37)
100-day running challenge for Help for Heroes
A Staffordshire man has embarked on a charity venture aimed at raising money for an organisation.. read more
04/08/2010 16:55:02 (updated 12/08/2010 16:19:40)
Windsurf marathon to raise cash for Help for Heroes
Three soldiers are poised to do their bit for soldier charity Help for Heroes by taking part in a.. read more
04/08/2010 16:57:39 (updated 12/08/2010 16:19:40)
Cyclists to tackle 950-mile course for Help for Heroes
A group of Vodafone employees is set to take on a 950-mile challenge in a bid to raise cash for.. read more
05/08/2010 14:40:49 (updated 13/08/2010 16:19:42)
Co-operative staff raise £39k for hero soldiers
Wounded soldiers and other service personnel in need of medical help are set to benefit from a.. read more
05/08/2010 16:50:34 (updated 13/08/2010 16:19:42)
Singles 'need to remain optimistic' when dating
Single soldiers hoping to find a partner should remain optimistic when dating, it has been.. read more
06/08/2010 15:06:34 (updated 19/08/2010 15:19:39)
Family to tackle Snowdon for Help for Heroes
A family of seven is set to take on one of the UK's highest mountains in a bid to raise money for.. read more
06/08/2010 16:42:53 (updated 19/08/2010 15:19:39)
Online dating 'can lead to marriage'
Single soldiers in search of a serious and long-lasting relationship might find what they are.. read more
09/08/2010 14:49:22 (updated 17/08/2010 14:19:38)
Charity football match raises £2k for Help for Heroes
A football match and family fun day has helped raise money for a soldiers' charity.
Help.. read more
09/08/2010 17:02:16 (updated 17/08/2010 17:19:38)
Former serviceman to cycle 600 miles for charity
A former soldier is to cycle 600 miles in an attempt to raise funds for Help for.. read more
09/08/2010 17:04:29 (updated 19/08/2010 15:19:39)
Male daters urged to get online
The internet could be the ideal forum for single soldiers to meet prospective partners, it has been.. read more
10/08/2010 16:00:05 (updated 18/08/2010 15:19:38)
Revellers 'party hard' for hero troops
Partygoers have helped generate cash for hero soldiers hurt while in service.
Over 300.. read more
10/08/2010 17:02:53 (updated 18/08/2010 17:19:38)
Personal information 'can be kept safe' with online dating
Single soldiers hoping to find a mate who are worried about meeting up with strangers may find.. read more
11/08/2010 17:05:50 (updated 19/08/2010 17:19:38)
Charity fundraiser to kayak the English Channel
A 22-year-old daredevil is hoping to show his support for British troops by undertaking a voyage.. read more
11/08/2010 17:08:22 (updated 19/08/2010 17:19:38)
Music celebration to help brave soldiers
A music celebration has been organised to raise funds for brave troops.
Nags Fest is a.. read more
12/08/2010 15:34:53 (updated 20/08/2010 15:19:38)
Speedway Team holding special fundraiser night
A speedway team is hoping to generate cash towards a charity for injured soldiers.
The.. read more
12/08/2010 16:57:26 (updated 21/08/2010 12:19:39)
Online dating 'is like a treasure hunt'
Single soldiers looking for an adventure may want to foray into the exciting world of online dating... read more
13/08/2010 14:57:15 (updated 21/08/2010 14:19:38)
Help for Heroes rugby squad named
A rugby team set up to raise funds for injured soldiers is to compete in the Middlesex Charity.. read more
13/08/2010 16:54:30 (updated 21/08/2010 18:19:38)
Family fundraiser for Help for Heroes
A family fundraiser is being held to raise money for a charity that supports injured.. read more
13/08/2010 17:03:57 (updated 21/08/2010 18:19:38)
Online daters 'should avoid being boastful'
Single soldiers hoping to hook up with a partner through online dating may wish to follow some tips.. read more
16/08/2010 15:13:39 (updated 24/08/2010 14:19:37)
Daredevils 'take to the sky' for hero soldiers
A couple of daredevils have jumped out of a plane in an effort to raise money for brave.. read more
16/08/2010 17:03:36 (updated 24/08/2010 16:19:38)
Status Quo to re-release Armed Forces support song
Status Quo are to re-release a single to show their support for the Armed Forces.
The band.. read more
16/08/2010 17:05:57 (updated 24/08/2010 16:19:38)
Computer users 'more likely to find love'
The internet could be the perfect tool for single soldiers to find love, a new study has.. read more
17/08/2010 15:04:01 (updated 25/08/2010 15:19:38)
RAF Benson team to tackle the Jungfrau Marathon for wounded troops
Members from RAF Benson are hoping to raise money for injured soldiers by tackling an endurance.. read more
18/08/2010 15:45:32 (updated 19/08/2010 08:19:38)
Vauxhall lends support to hero soldiers
Vauxhall is poised to step up its support for British soldiers by embarking on a two-week tour.. read more
18/08/2010 17:02:21 (updated 26/08/2010 16:19:38)
Successful online dater offers first date tips
Dating soldiers may wish to consider the words of a woman who found true love on the internet, as a.. read more
18/08/2010 17:05:21 (updated 26/08/2010 16:19:38)
Man to endure go-kart marathon for Help for Heroes
A self-confessed adrenaline junkie is gearing up to participate in a 24-hour go-kart marathon to.. read more
19/08/2010 16:03:21 (updated 27/08/2010 15:19:37)
'Less stigma and more confidence' in online dating
Single soldiers should feel confident when approaching online dating, it has been.. read more
19/08/2010 16:05:19 (updated 27/08/2010 15:19:37)
Men more concerned with looks than status?
Single soldiers searching for a partner may be attracted to a woman because of her physical beauty.. read more
20/08/2010 14:59:14 (updated 28/08/2010 15:19:39)
Help for Heroes logo on Witton Albion kit
The Help for Heroes logo is to be emblazoned across the kit of a non-league football.. read more
20/08/2010 16:53:22 (updated 28/08/2010 21:19:39)
Online dating numbers 'doubled in the last 4 years'
Single soldiers looking for love may want to join the "dating revolution" of internet.. read more
23/08/2010 13:53:29 (updated 31/08/2010 16:19:38)
Extra stars added to Help for Heroes gig
A number of new performers have been confirmed to appear at a charity gig to raise cash for wounded.. read more
23/08/2010 17:01:20 (updated 31/08/2010 16:19:38)
Online dating 'allows people to be specific in their searches'
One of the benefits single soldiers may find with online dating is that the practice allows users.. read more
24/08/2010 17:10:13 (updated 01/09/2010 17:19:38)
Premiership clubs 'play their part' for hero soldiers
A local pub and ex-Hereford United player are working together to offer support to military charity.. read more
24/08/2010 17:12:49 (updated 01/09/2010 17:19:38)
Sky News cricket team 'shows its support for brave soldiers'
A Sky News cricket team will be taking to the field in an attempt to raise money for soldiers.. read more
24/08/2010 17:55:21 (updated 01/09/2010 18:19:38)
Soldiers sing their way to help wounded troops
A group of singing soldiers have helped to raise more than £250,000 for forces charities by.. read more
25/08/2010 16:09:54 (updated 02/09/2010 16:19:38)
Swimmers tackle the Thames for hero troops
A group of eight swimmers have completed a marathon relay race in order to support soldiers who.. read more
25/08/2010 17:24:52 (updated 02/09/2010 17:19:39)
Vintage car owners raise funds for wounded soldiers
A military charity has been helped by vintage car owners, who gathered on the banks of the Thames.. read more
25/08/2010 17:26:26 (updated 02/09/2010 17:19:39)
Cycling trio to raise cash for Help for Heroes
A group of bicycle enthusiasts in Cleethorpes have pledged to support soldiers wounded in service.. read more
26/08/2010 16:22:11 (updated 03/09/2010 16:19:38)
Online chat 'can blossom into a serious relationship'
An online dating forum can be the ideal place for single soldiers to pick up girls, but it can also.. read more
26/08/2010 17:27:09 (updated 03/09/2010 17:19:38)
Hero soldiers to receive aid from rock band
A band from South Shields will be playing a special concert in a Tyneside pub in order to raise.. read more
26/08/2010 17:28:52 (updated 03/09/2010 17:19:38)
Dating with a twist 'can end first meeting nerves'
Injecting a sense of fun into proceedings could be the ideal way for single soldiers to break the.. read more
27/08/2010 14:00:21 (updated 04/09/2010 15:19:38)
Staff give up wages for Help for Heroes
Those with army pen pals might have been heartened by news that staff at a pub in Cheltenham have.. read more
27/08/2010 17:11:31 (updated 04/09/2010 17:19:40)
Gary Barlow added to Help for Heroes gig
Gary Barlow has been added to the bill to perform at the upcoming Help for Heroes.. read more
27/08/2010 17:13:35 (updated 04/09/2010 17:19:40)
Enthusiastic grandfather raises £20k for hero soldiers
Army pen pals might be encouraged to hear that a 59-year-old grandfather has raised £20,000.. read more
27/08/2010 17:15:23 (updated 04/09/2010 17:19:40)
Golf day raises £2k for troop charity
A charity golf day has helped raise more than £2,000 for soldiers injured while serving their.. read more
31/08/2010 17:24:33 (updated 08/09/2010 17:19:45)
Online dating 'a genuine way to meet'
Online dating could be the ideal way for single soldiers to meet prospective partners, especially.. read more
31/08/2010 17:26:01 (updated 08/09/2010 17:19:45)
Firefighters lend their support to wounded soldiers
Those with army pen pals might be pleased by news that firefighters in Potter's Bar have done.. read more
31/08/2010 17:27:38 (updated 08/09/2010 17:19:45)
Soldier 'stays up' to help fellow troops
A 24-hour fundraiser has seen a soldier stay awake all night in a bid to generate cash for Help for.. read more
31/08/2010 17:29:47 (updated 08/09/2010 17:19:45)
