Rowing records and fantasy festivals
Wild Waves A new record for rowing across the Pacific Ocean has been set It has been a week of big wins, Olympic updates and a look at how technology is changing the work place. Celebrations were in full force after a rowing record across the Pacific Ocean was set by athlete Jessica Oliver from […]
Ariana Grande says she channelled personal loss into Wicked role
Universal Ariana Grande (left) forms a friendship as Glinda with Cynthia Erivo, who plays Elphaba Ariana Grande has told the BBC that she channelled her personal feelings of loss when filming Wicked. “Losing someone you love is something we’ve all unfortunately had to experience – and sometimes we have the privilege to say goodbye and […]
United States suspends all Brazilian meat imports
Reuters Brazil is the world’s largest beef exporter The United States has suspended Brazilian meat imports over “recurring concerns about the safety of products intended for the American market”. Several countries banned Brazilian meat in March, when prosecutors said health inspectors there had been taking bribes to approve sub-standard meat. The US didn’t impose a […]
Oakengates swimming pool reopens after 10 months
A swimming pool which closed for 10 months for maintenance and energy-saving works has reopened. The scheme at Oakengates Leisure Centre, Telford, Shropshire, included installing an energy efficient roof covering, heat pump technology and a new ceiling and insulation in the pool area. The £2.2m investment began in September as part of what Telford and […]
Food firms warn of product shortages if CO2 deal not agreed
Getty Images Food and drink firms have raised fears over shortages as a deal that secured vital carbon dioxide (CO2) supplies is about to end without an extension. CO2 is used for keeping packaged food fresh, to stun pigs and chickens before slaughter and in fizzy drinks. A supply chain crisis was averted last year […]
Luton Airport completes £20m security scanner upgrade
An airport has completed a £20m project to upgrade its security scanners. Luton Airport said passengers will no longer need to remove liquids and electronic items from their bags as they pass through security. All security lanes are equipped with “state-of-the-art body scanners and CT scanner technology” and “next generation security scanners”. Although it means […]
Sabrina Carpenter music video leads to New York priest losing job
A New York priest who let popstar Sabrina Carpenter film provocative scenes for a music video inside his church has been accused of mismanagement and stripped of his duties. Monsignor Jamie Gigantiello was relieved of “any pastoral oversight or governance role” at the church, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn said in a statement. Church […]
West Lindsey: Solar farms plans ‘catastrophic’
PA Media Four sites have been proposed in the West Lindsey region, with two crossing into neighbouring parts of Nottinghamshire Planned large-scale solar farms in Lincolnshire would have “a catastrophic” impact on communities, a council leader has warned. Four sites have been proposed for West Lindsey, with two crossing into neighbouring parts of Nottinghamshire. If […]
The veteran taking a second shot at Ghana’s presidency
Getty Images John Mahama is not only a seasoned politician, but a prolific writer too John Dramani Mahama has been Ghana’s president once before – and now he is back for another punt at the top job. The 65-year-old led Ghana from 2012 to 2017 and is one of the West African country’s most experienced […]
Is eating in front of the TV really that bad for you?
Getty Images The TV dinner has had to deal with a long-standing reputation as an unhealthy meal (Credit: Getty Images) With so many great shows and films to watch on television these days, it is tempting to catch up while eating. But is a TV dinner really a good idea? But what if you choose […]