A courier has begged Brits to stop ordering ‘tat’ online during the coronavirus crisis, after claiming she is having to deliver more non-essential parcels than ever before. The self-employed delivery driver, 40, recently shared an image of a pile of 120 packages she was required to take to a single housing estate in Bury, Greater … Read more
Expectant fathers are accused of treating an NHS maternity ward ‘like a hotel’ by sharing beds with their partners and ordering takeaways – leaving mothers too embarrassed to breastfeed New mothers said to be too embarrassed to breastfeed because so many men Staff at Edinburgh Royal Infirmary say their ability to deliver care is impacted … Read more
Fresh fruit and vegetables will become increasingly scarce in Europe, suppliers warn, as the coronavirus pandemic hampers the global movement of produce and of the people needed to gather crops. Governments are looking at ways to ease any shortage, including ‘green lanes’ to allow fresh produce to move quickly across EU borders, recruiting a ‘shadow … Read more
They were pictured enjoying a Thundercat concert in Los Angeles last week. And just a day later, Brad Pitt and his actress friend Alia Shawkat were spotted ordering fast food together at In-N-Out Burger in the city. The actor, 56, and his pal, 30, could be seen standing at the counter in one of the LA branches of … Read more
When two hijacked jet liners flew into the Twin Towers of the World Trade Centre in September 2001, killing many thousands of people, our civilisation faced a desperate crisis. Today, it does again. Comparing the Covid-19 coronavirus with terrorism might seem bizarre, but I believe there are close parallels. After the 9/11 attacks, it was … Read more
Britain may follow Ireland’s lead and shut down all pubs in a bid to stem the spread of coronavirus, Health Secretary Matt Hancock indicated yesterday. The UK may also fall in line with Italy, France and Spain by closing restaurants and cafes – as well as shops that do not sell essential items. The Irish … Read more
Choosing to have diet drinks with your meals could lead to weight gain, scientists believe. Many people choose beverages with artificial sweeteners, rather than the ‘full-fat’ sugar versions. But research found that when consumed with a carbohydrate, such as fries, the body’s metabolism is impaired. The brain’s ability to perceive sweet taste also changed, which, … Read more