Vaccines boost as proportion of adults who would REFUSE to have a jab more than halves

Vaccines boost as proportion of adults who would REFUSE to have a jab more than halves in four months to just 6%- as take-up among ethnic minority Britons soars Just 6% of Brits would probably or definitely refuse a jab in March That was down from 14% in December, according to IpsosMORI Proportion of non-white … Read more

Earth quietens down as ‘seismic noise’ HALVES during lockdown

Ground vibrations caused by traffic and industrial work halved globally during the coronavirus lockdown, a study shows. Social distancing, fewer cars on roads and drops in tourism and travel resulted in the ‘longest and most pronounced quiet period’ of seismic noise in recorded history.  Seismic noise refers to vibrations in the ground, caused by traffic or … Read more

Under fire Apple halves rates for small app developers

Under fire Apple halves rates for small app developers as it fights lawsuit from Fortnite video game maker By Daily Mail City & Finance Reporter Published: 21:51 GMT, 18 November 2020 | Updated: 21:51 GMT, 18 November 2020 Apple is to halve the commission it takes from small app developers as it fights off a … Read more

Backlog could see thousands miss out on stamp duty holiday as number of mortgage deals halves

Triple trouble for house sales: Backlog could see THOUSANDS miss out on stamp duty holiday as number of mortgage deals halves and cost of a two-year fixed deal up £600 Figures show 325,000 buyers will not complete before the March 31 deadline   Buyers are also facing rising interest rates on mortgage deals  There are delays … Read more

Number of patients with pre-diabetes who develop the full disease halves in 20 years

The proof that diet CAN beat diabetes: Study finds number of patients with pre-diabetes who develop the full disease halves in 20 years after drive to encourage healthier eating Pre-diabetes patients have raised blood sugars without reaching diabetic levels It is estimated that around 5 million people in the UK have pre-diabetes  Number of people … Read more

Big Brothers Chad Hurst didn’t go halves with Sophie Budack but he gave her some of his prize money 

‘It’s a bloody good amount!’ Chad Hurst reveals he DID NOT go halves with ex-girlfriend Sophie Budack in his Big Brother winnings but says he gave her some of his $234,656 prize money By Zoe Burrell For Daily Mail Australia Published: 05:09 BST, 25 August 2020 | Updated: 05:09 BST, 25 August 2020 Big Brother … Read more

How the other halves of David Tennant and Michael Sheen are the real winners from lockdown BBC hit

They are critically acclaimed titans of British TV, regularly singled out for awards, yet David Tennant and Michael Sheen are being eclipsed in their new comedy… by their glamorous partners. The former Doctor Who and the star of ITV’s recent hit Quiz have won plaudits for their BBC1 series, Staged, which was filmed in lockdown … Read more

Regular exercise ‘almost halves’ the risk of premature death in over-65s, study claims

Elderly people are being encouraged to engage in daily exercise, such as a daily walk or bike ride, to reduce the likelihood of premature death.   Scientists found that physical activity levels are directly correlated with lower risk of death from all causes.  Over a ten-year period, thousands of people aged between 65 and 84 were … Read more

Swapping 100 calories of meat for a veggie substitute per day almost HALVES risk of an early death

Swapping small amounts of meat for vegetarian substitutes can reduce the risk of an early death by up to half, a study has found. Researchers analysed the diets of 37,000 American adults, finding protein for plant sources could help people live longer.  Replacing five per cent of total meat calories per day, around 100 calories … Read more