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India’s Covid outbreak hits tea industry that supplies world’s cuppas
Production is expected to be hit by 20-25 per cent, with drought-like conditions adding to the problems for this year’s crop. Inews reports that a devastating Covid-19 outbreak coupled with changing climatic conditions has torn through India’s tea industry, with...
‘Sustainable but affordable’ Dutch restaurant The Seafood Bar to launch first restaurant in UK
‘We fell in love with London a long time ago, and we’re very excited we’ve finally arrived’. Inews reports that a family run fishmongers and restaurant group from The Netherlands famous for its “sustainable” ethos and long waiting lines will launch its first UK site...
‘A career change saved my life’: The people who built better lives after burnout
Chronic stress at work can lead to listlessness, fatigue - and a much higher risk of stroke and heart disease. But there are ways to save yourself before it’s too late. Spencer Carter had been signed off work for three months with stress. Before that time was up, his...
Pothole Picasso: The undercover artist who fills potholes across Europe with colourful mosaics
It is difficult not to compare him with Banksy, who also adds life to downtrodden city corners and remains unknown. It is not just Britain that has a problem with potholes. All over Europe there are cracks in roads and pavements uprooted bysprawling trees. Ememem, an...
Happy snapping! Fun photography projects that you can start today
Many enjoy picking up our cameras and smartphones to explore our world through a different lens. It’s amazing how our perspectives on everyday objects and scenes can change when we just look a little closer. With this shift in perspective often comes a new found...
Our love affair with ice cream – but where did it all begin?
Soft scoop, hard scoop, in a cone, with a flake, in the shape of a Knickerbocker Glory or even as a layered Vienetta, ice cream has had its place in British life going back generations. In all its many variants, ice cream forms the base of some of our fondest...
Zoe Ball: I caught the gardening bug and now I’m desperate to help the bees
The presenter has found out just how important it is to make sure we take some time understanding the wildlife and ecosystems all around us. The past 18 months have seen so many changes in our lives, but I think we all now have a renewed appreciation for our beautiful...
Do I need a vaccine passport to travel?
If you’re planning on travelling soon, you might be wondering whether you’ll need a vaccine passport. Find out what you need to know here. As more people are being vaccinated for COVID-19, the discussions around the use of vaccine passports are intensifying. So, will...
Four-day Bank Holiday weekend announced for 2-5 June 2022 to celebrate Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
The UK will receive a special four-day Bank Holiday weekend next year to mark the Queen’s 70 years on the throne. Britons will get a special four-day Bank Holiday next summer to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, Buckingham Palace has confirmed. The Palace has...
Planning a staycation: Where to go (and avoid) for good weather in the UK
Met Office data reveals the wettest, warmest and windiest places the UK has to offer. The weather isn’t the only reason to holiday outside the UK, but it must be pretty high up the list. Famed for its unpredictability, British summertime is quite capable of delivering...
For book worms: 9 captivating novels by female authors
The process of searching for interesting new books can be time-consuming and end up eating into your reading time. While the majority of us don’t want to spend too long searching bookshops or the web for a good read, we often don’t want to pick up the first thing we...
Step it up! 16 creative ways to increase your daily step count
We all know that doing plenty of walking is good for us. It promotes bone and muscle strength, reduces the risk of chronic diseases like diabetes and high blood pressure, and improves balance and coordination. Walking also has a powerful effect on mental health,...