Satellite photos show areas before and after the coronavirus lockdown once busy places finally empty

Life around the globe has come to a virtual halt as the coronavirus pandemic has continued to spread. Governments have imposed orders requesting their citizens self-isolate indoors and avoid crowds to curb the spread of the virus.  Satellite images of before and after the outbreak show once usually busy areas all but deserted. Planet Labs, an … Read more

Rural areas promised better internet as Government pledge £5bn towards speedy broadband

Rural areas promised better internet as government pledges £5bn towards speedy broadband and £510m towards 4G coverage The Chancellor pledged £5bn towards speedy broadband in rural areas Government also announced £510m investment into 4G coverage  It is hoped the changes will improve connectivity in the hardest to reach places  By Grace Gausden For This Is … Read more

Rishi Sunak vows to end patchy phone reception and slow broadband in rural areas with £1bn 4G deal

Chancellor Rishi Sunak vows to end patchy phone reception and slow broadband in rural areas with £1bn 4G deal that will see biggest boosts in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland Chancellor Rishi Sunak will announced £1billion deal with firms to boost 4G Over 280,000 properties expected to benefit from improved phone signals Biggest improvements to … Read more

Boris Johnson claims he couldn’t visit flood areas because he would hamper emergency services

‘A likely story!’ Boris Johnson is slammed on social media after claiming that he hasn’t visited flood victims for 19 days to make sure he doesn’t obstruct emergency services Boris Johnson has once again been branded a ‘part-time PM’ on social media  Comes amid criticism aimed at Boris Johnson for not visiting flood victims  The … Read more

The Japanese city of Kamakura tells tourists not to eat and walk in crowded areas

Japanese city tells tourists not to eat and walk in crowded areas to prevent spillages ruining other visitors’ clothes Kamakura has issued official ordinance politely asking tourists to sit when eating It describes eating while walking as a ‘public nuisance’ due to potential for spills Despite the signs, there won’t be any fines or penalties … Read more