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An even older example of a one-time UK predator which also forms part of the collection is the gigantic tooth of a megalodon, the largest shark which ever lived and which swam in waters around the UK around 23 million to 3.58 million years ago. Megalodon is believed to have grown to up to 80 feet in length. Curator Clare Brown is shown here with the tooth.

An even older example of a one-time UK predator which also forms part of the collection is the gigantic tooth of a megalodon, the largest shark which ever lived and which swam in waters around the UK around 23 million to 3.58 million years ago. Megalodon is believed to have grown to up to 80 feet in length. Curator Clare Brown is shown here with the tooth.

Also preserved in Leeds are the teeth and jawbone of an ancient cave hyena, discovered in Kirkdale Cave in North Yorkshire. Cave hyenas were once apex predators in countries all over Europe, hunting and feeding on other large mammals including deer and wild horses. Curator Clare Brown is shown here with the hyena jawbone.

Smokers in Leeds are urged to quit for Stoptober. Pictured, from left, Anna Frearson, chief officer and consultant in public health at Leeds City Council, Daniel Peacock, stop smoking advisor at Leeds Stop Smoking Services, and Laura Overfield, advanced health improvement specialist at Leeds City Council.

Smokers in Leeds are urged to use free support on offer to quit for Stoptober

At Centenary Square in the SOYO zone, visitors can pick up a pair of headphones and step beneath a giant mirrorball for a silent disco with Stellar Creates’ piece ‘Happy as the Day is Long’. Thousands of coloured reflections dance across the night as the slowly turning sculpture transforms its surroundings into a landscape of moving light. Picture credit: Simon McCabe

Lou Chapelle’s holographic installations at Leeds City Museum will be bringing to life three magnificent owls inspired by the owl on Leeds’ historic city crest

Foster carers Eren Weekes, left, and Marina Active, who have created hair and skincare packs for Black and dual-heritage children in care.

Foster carers Eren Weekes, left, and Marina Active, who have created hair and skincare packs for Black and dual-heritage children in care.

The body butters which are included in the Revive packs

Some of the products included in the 'Revive' bags - including a satin bonnet, brush, spray bottle and body butter.