DIY Treats for an at-home Halloween party
If you're feeling a bit tricked out of your usual Halloween festivities by the ongoing pandemic, here are some DIY Halloween treats and ideas to indulge in at home, with your housemates or family.
Travel
Where was Dune 2020 filmed?
If you’re wondering where Villeneuve and his team travelled to capture some of the most stunning science fiction photography ever – so are we.
Is this National Park cursed?
The latest in a long line of strange incidents in Yorkshire Dales National Park, Harry Harvey, the 80-year-old who went missing last weekend, has just returned to his family.
Would you go to Disney College?
In July, Disney announced its autumn Disney College Program was cancelled for 2020 because of issues surrounding covid-19. Will the beloved Disney College Program return in spring 2021?
A brief tour of Europe: The good, the bad and the random
Travel vicariously with me as I give you a run down of the good, the bad and the random from my 2019 tour of Europe.
The story of Sago Lane
In Singapore’s Chinatown, there is a street called Sago Lane, where, during the first part of the 20th century, poor and middle class Chinese immigrants came to die.
Viva Las Vegas: The story of Elvis weddings
Sunday marked 43 years since the death of Elvis Presley. His memory lives on throug…
Health & Fitness
New therapy shows promising results for Chron's disease
Current pharmacological options for Crohn’s disease aren’t as effective as you might hope. More than two-thirds (70 per cent) of sufferers will require surgery at some point in their lives. For ulcerative colitis, that figure is 45 per cent.
How safe are vaccine trials for volunteers?
Vaccines keep us safe from viruses and right now, of course, the most-sought-after vaccine in the world is one against the novel coronavirus. But are vaccine trials safe for volunteers? What are those enrolled in covid vaccine trials facing?
Anti-mask sentiment explained
Despite US health experts warning Americans about the risk of not wearing a face mask, many are still ignoring the advice.
What does Omega 3 do for your health?
Dietary supplements appear to be very popular these days, particularly fatty acids. One of the most popular of these is Omega 3. But what does Omega 3 do for your health exactly? What are the benefits of a diet rich in fatty acids?
Are apples with maggots safe to eat? The health risks of eating maggots
Eastern Washington has been plagued by a series of wildfires. As a kind gesture, governor Jay Inslee gifted affected residents baskets of apples. Unfortunately, they were riddled with apple maggots and people are now, understandably, wondering – what are the health risks of eating maggots by accident?
Healthy alternatives to the UK breakfast institution
Ever been hungover and found yourself Googling "how many calories in a fry up"? What nutrition does the greatest British breakfast really provide and what healthier alternatives are there?
Food & Drink
Where to find Tyra Banks' gourmet ice cream
Ice cream to make you smile with your eyes – that’s the foundation of Tyra Banks’ new business venture, SMiZE.
Sunday brunch ideas: Lemon and blueberry cake recipe
Looking for Sunday brunch ideas or simply want to get into The Great British Bake O…
Does Gordon Ramsay have a new show? Iconic Ramsay TV moments
Gordon Ramsay has become a millennial and Gen-Z icon. He is the lord of memes and brutal television shows, with viral videos of his creative insults being widely used across social media.
What is Organic September: how does organic food help us and 6 tips to shop organically for less
This September a community of people is trying to shop organically in a moveme…
How to get started with DIY fermented food
Have you ever wanted to make your own DIY fermented food but didn’t know how to get started? Look no further.
Are spices good for your health?
You bet! We’ve compiled a list of top health benefits of spices, as well as tips on how to use them in daily life.
Education
Jjang: What does this popular Korean word mean?
It appears in various forms – jjang, kkaep jjang, illjjang – but what does the South Korean word jjang actually mean, and how is it used?
All about MP Priti Patel's height, husband and family background
Priti Patel has become an increasingly prominent figure as Home Secretary. Here’s a snapshot, looking at her family background, husband and how she entered politics.
How did the Mayflower get its name?
Today marks the 400th anniversary of the Mayflower’s voyage from Plymouth to Massachusetts, which used to be called Cape Cod. The ship transported pilgrims seeking a better life on the other side of the Atlantic.
Which countries are ruled by the Queen of England?
Barbados has revived its plan to become a republic by November 2021. Queen Elizabeth II will have one fewer territory on her pin board. But she is still Queen of the United Kingdom and 15 other realms. So what’s the issue? Which countries are still ruled by the Queen of England?
Why is the UK Internal Market Bill controversial?
Too often, legislation is written in obscure language, which cuts it off from the very people it's supposed to serve. We explain the bill in layman's terms, which everyone can understand.
Marking the 80th anniversary of this historic British battle
This year is the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Britain. There were hundreds of battles during the Second World War but what was the reason for the Battle of Britain? And what makes it so important?