It is becoming increasingly difficult to climb onto the UK property market, with the office for national statistics producing findings that show house prices are on average 7.6 times the average working salary.
Cook Island fish evolving in real time
All mammals on Earth were originally fish swimming freely around the ocean, including humans. Our aquatic ancestors dragged themselves out of the ocean 400 million years ago and onto the beaches of the world as they were all the way back then.
Plastic in the ocean reaches crisis levels
Amidst political developments across the world over the last twelve months, it’s not surprising that other global issues have fallen out of the spotlight in the world’s media coverage.
What happens with no Brexit deal?
In an astonishing admission that has shocked many in politics and observers of the developing Brexit environment, David Davis, Brexit Secretary, has admitted that the government have done no economic assessment of crashing out of the EU with ‘no deal’.
Mayor of London overrules local councils
With demand for property in the capital becoming increasingly competitive, the need for new housing is at an all-time high. Despite this demand, local authorities have had to restrict some developments, as residents continue voice concerns over any new project to cross the planning departments desk.
The UK: A far cry from a kingdom united
The UK has had a troubling few days. Brexit speculation is ramping up to a dramatic crescendo in the next few days as Prime Minister Theresa May’s beloved amended Brexit bill will be debated in the House of Commons.
The mourning of the Geological Wonder, Azure Window
Maltese citizens woke up mourning the loss of arguably the most famous natural landmark in their country after the Azure Window battled against heavy winds and storms of the Mediterranean Sea on Wednesday morning.
More good news for renewable energy
The growth of renewable energy has been one of the great success stories of recent times. There is still a long, long way to go, but the portion of our energy supplied from renewable sources has been increasing hugely year after year, even in the face of the lobbying efforts of oil companies which manufacture climate scepticism for their own benefit.
Brazil’s unshakeable recession sets new record
Having hosted one of the worlds most coveted events, there had been hopes Brazil would finally begin to see some return on the $4.6 billion investment. The state had argued the Olympics could stand as a catalyst for economic development, that it could attracted the kind of financial influence that the country needed to progress, that it would give the Brazilian people the facilities and infrastructure many will utilise for generations to come.
The rise of Hong Kong’s “coffin homes”
Such a densely populated city as Hong Kong naturally comes with its own set of problems. With the population growing at a huge rate, Hong Kong has long been stretched for space, finding it difficult to keep up with the impossible gulf between supply and demand.
The cost of healthcare in America
Healthcare is absolutely fundamental—a basic human right, and a necessity for every single person as and when they need it. UK citizens are lucky with their National Health Service (NHS), hailed as one of the best healthcare systems in the world, a public health service funded by taxpayer contributions.
Have astronomers just discovered a second Earth?
For anyone else, the week commencing 20th February 2017 was just a normal week. However for the astronomical word, this seemingly ordinary week was a game-changer, one that could call into question everything we know about our solar system and beyond.
Farage and Carswell rivalry escalates
In the dark rooms of parliament where so often there is scheming and plotting afoot, the respected writer and journalist Tim Shipman suggests that some years ago those of the Eurosceptic wing of the Tory party had finally achieved what they’d desired for decades - an in/out referendum.
Podcasts, capturing the hearts, minds (and ears) of a generation?
A little over 10 years ago, there was no such thing as podcasts. But given the explosive rise of blogs invading almost every corner of the web (now affectionately called the ‘blogosphere’), Apple’s iTunes discovered a gap in the market in 2005
Can extra hours in bed lead to dementia?
Whether you are enjoying a quiet retirement or leading a busy career lifestyle, it is inevitable that sometimes you need an extra few hours in bed and deservedly so.
5G mobile specifications announced
The specifications for the next generation of mobile devices have been released by the International Telecommunications Union, and the new standards are set to be finally approved in November this year.
Labour face disaster after Copeland result
Following a historic and disastrous defeat in last night’s by-election in Copeland The Labour Party have been warned that they’re facing electoral disaster.
Is the cure for cancer just around the corner?
Did you know that approximately 39.6% of people alive today will be diagnosed with cancer at some point during their lifetime? That’s over 1 in 3 people.
Intel to complete Fab 42
The technology giant Intel has announced plans to invest £7bn in its production chain and complete the currently unfinished Fab 24 factory in Arizona, USA.
The true cost of UK currency
Britain’s plan to introduce shiny new durable polymerized bank notes to replace the traditional paper notes has already proven costly for both the Treasury and local businesses.