They are the veins that run through our cities and countryside – Britain’s rivers, canals and tributaries have kept the nation connected through the centuries. But aside from aiding transport, our waterways define both our urban and rural landscapes with their striking beauty. Many an artist and writer has found inspiration while walking along a … Read more
Someone who is infected with the coronavirus can spread it with just a simple cough or a sneeze, scientists say. More than 5,300 people with the virus are now confirmed to have died and more than 140,000 have been infected. Here’s what we know so far: What is the coronavirus? A coronavirus is a type … Read more
Up to two million workers in the UK don’t earn enough to qualify for sick pay and could be left high and dry if coronavirus self-isolation develops into a country-wide lockdown. Some 300,000 of them are on zero-hours contracts, which are usually given to workers in currently ‘at-risk’ sectors. Delivery drivers, bar staff, shop workers … Read more
One of the biggest travel trends of 2020 is the rise of dog-friendly destinations. And there are plenty of wonderful places to stay in Britain where pets get as much pampering as the owners. Cathy Wood discovers the best escapes to take your four-legged chum… THE EGERTON HOUSE HOTEL, KNIGHTSBRIDGE, LONDON Dogs receive an embroidered … Read more
‘Is it going to work? I’m not sure, to be honest’: Epidemiologists hit out at Britain’s approach to coronavirus – as other countries around the world are ‘firefighting’ the pandemic Experts questioning why Britain hasn’t adopted same measures as other nations Italy, France and Spain are now on lockdown as the number of cases surged … Read more
Forestry chief calls for the culling of rabbits, hares and other animals to protect Britain’s trees and encourages people to see ‘tree rat’ grey squirrels as vermin Sir William Worsley, 63, said culling will help accelerate the rate of tree planting Chair of Forestry Commission called for grey squirrels to be renamed ‘tree rats’ … Read more
Britain’s once busy and bustling nightlife areas resembled ghost towns last night as businesses started to announce closure dates amid the coronavirus outbreak. One trade body, UK Hospitality, has announced that people working in cafes, hotels and bars could lose their jobs by May if laws aren’t changed. Main nightclub streets in Leeds and Birmingham were … Read more
From a bin called ‘Pete’ to Russian bug spray: National Trust reveals the weirdest jetsam that has washed up on Britain’s beaches as it shines light on the problem of marine pollution The National Trust looks after 780 miles of coastline around the United Kingdom Waste washed up from the sea continues to blight UK beaches, the … Read more
This is what it must have been like in 1940. Europe has fallen, the United States has gone into isolation and Britain stands alone. Italy is in lockdown and troops are on the streets. Austria, Slovenia and the Czech Republic have closed their borders. Across the Continent, schools, shops, offices, factories and restaurants have closed; sporting … Read more
Handy: Barney Calman with gloves to help stroke patients They look, sound and chatter away pretty much like ordinary people. In reality, they are anything but. Amid much hysteria and hype, tech giants Samsung have unveiled the first ever digitally generated ‘artificial humans’ – a few of them are pictured on these pages. Powered by … Read more