LONDON (Parliament Politics Magazine): Ambition, competition, urge to prove. If a noun had degrees of comparison, it would be these for ambition. Unfortunately, these words don’t necessarily evolve for the better. Of course we all strive for recognition in our job, but
LONDON (Parliament Politics Magazine): The number of employees and the self-employed that will have to deal with a burnout during their career is increasing visibly. If you look at the statistics, you immediately notice that more women than men get burned out.
LONDON (Parliament Politics Magazine): The statement “Don’t mention the war” , from the sitcom Fawlty Towers, kicks into Van Dale. At work, too, we often use this phrase when a situation arises that we would rather not see mentioned. But there are
LONDON (Parliament Politics Magazine): Now that teleworking is becoming more and more common, we also meet more and more online. Do physical meetings still have a future or is this gradually becoming a thing of the past? And what about emerging VR
LONDON (Parliament Politics Magazine): In principle, you can telecommute wherever you want but not always whenever you want. Nevertheless, many tasks can be performed perfectly outside “office hours”. Will asynchronous work become the new trend? Change Since the corona crisis, more and
LONDON (Parliament Politics Magazine): When you’re a young student, you like to go to sleep late and don’t like to wake up before 8am. You prefer to stay in your nest until well into the day. But as you get older, you
Londoners saw the worst air pollution in over a year earlier this month. On the 14th, pollution levels were an eight on the air pollution index for the first time since March 2021. An area of high pressure over the UK and
Over 80% of Britons support restoring natural spaces to protect native species. The finding is from a YouGov poll released earlier this month. Of those in favour, 40% strongly supported the idea, and just 5% were against it. Three-quarters of all participants
To the untrained eye, the fashion industry appears to be shifting towards sustainable practices. Every shop on the high street has a conscious range that claims to be environmentally friendly, made with ethically sourced, often organic material. The reality of the situation
There are many different kinds of London restaurants, so a visit to one of these restaurants is an excellent way to learn about a new city. You can go to one that is renowned for their cuisine, or try a more local
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – This week saw travel restrictions raised in France for vaccinated UK travellers. Essentially, vaccinated travellers will be able to go and visit France without any need for struct self-isolation upon arrival. Restrictions were initially implemented before Christmas
The infamous low-carb diet which has been loved by many and loathed by the rest has officially been named one of the least healthy diet options for 2022. But why is a diet considered so bad, so popular? Interestingly, its popularity comes
If you would have told us that the year 2022 would be the year of the first pig-to-human heart transplant, we’d likely believe you because at this point in our lives anything can happen. Yet, here we are. Looking at a scientific
New York (Parliament Politics Magazine) – According to NASA, 2021 was the sixth hottest year in the history of data keeping, since 1880s. On Thursday, experts warned that the extreme weathers, heatwaves that we have been facing the past couple of years
In a legal battle in the UK’s High Court, Prince Harry has launched judicial review against the UK government for failing to protect him from terrorist attacks. He wants to bring his baby daughter and son to England from the United States.
A Balearic island, Ibiza lies in the Mediterranean Sea and is known for its lively nightlife. Many major European clubs have summer outposts on the island. Ibiza also offers a quieter side, with many yoga retreats and sandy coves. Platja d’en Bossa,
Sinead OConnor Hospitalized Days After Teenage Son’s Death The singer and actress Sinead OConnor has been in the news recently after tweeting about her teenage son’s suicide. Her Twitter account was shut down following the incident, but the star has not issued
Over the start of 2022, the NHS issued a wide scale push in their vaccination rollout, enlisting the help of volunteers to deliver a ‘jabby new year.’ This campaign aimed to encourage adults, who had previously received both doses of the COVID-19
On the 12th of January 2022, the NHS announced a potential miracle treatment for Cystic Fibrosis. They have stated that this treatment has already been life changing for the thousands of individuals living with this disease within the UK. Cystic Fibrosis is
In January of 2022, there is an incredible half a million vaccination appointments available for 12-15 year olds. These can be booked at three hundred vaccination centres across the country and are in addition to the five hundred available walk in centres
Boycott Calls For China Olympic 2022 Timetable and Tickets The Winter Olympics will be held in Beijing from 4 to 20 February 2022. The city is already buzzing with excitement ahead of the Games. It is the world’s most populous city and
To save yourself from wasting time in line, you need to know how to get a ticket to the British Museum. While admission to the museum is free, the museum is often very crowded. However, if you plan to visit during busy
The United Kingdom consists of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The country is an island nation in northwestern Europe that has been a global financial center for centuries. It is home to the world-famous British Museum, the Neolithic Stonehenge, the Roman
England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland make up the United Kingdom, an island nation in northwestern Europe. London, the country’s capital, is a global centre of finance, while Bath, its Roman spa, and Stonehenge are just a few of the country’s many
The best value summer holiday destinations for Brits are not necessarily far away. A quick internet search can reveal many options. Despite being the largest European country, the UK is home to some of the world’s most stunning beaches and scenery. The
UK Green Energy Performance Index 2013 – Energy Production Strategy The UK has continued to rank high in the CCPI, although it has slipped two places to 7th overall. The country scores highly in three categories, including GHG Emissions, Energy Use, and
Is Privatisation of the NHS a Risk Or Opportunity? Many are wary of the idea of privatisation of the NHS, with the health service in Britain losing 18 percent of its budget to for-profit companies. The Health and Social Care Act of
LONDON (Parliament Politics Magazine): The year 2022 promises a big showcase of some of the most influential artists in history. Raphael, Francis Bacon, Cézanne, Louise Bourgeois, and Sickert are among the artists whose works will be on display this year. Raphael
Extreme weather, a vanishing coastline and struggling wildlife – the impact of climate change at home is impossible to miss. Within the next few years, Britain could experience 40°C summers, relentless flooding and more frequent storms due to climate change. Without immediate
Maid The heartbreaking story of a mother leaving her abusive boyfriend is actually portrayed in Maid. The limited series by Molly Smith Metzler. The series is inspired by Stephanie Land’s memoir Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother’s Will to Survive.
The remaining homes and businesses that were stuck without power in the northeast of England have had their connections restored nearly 12 days after Storm Arwen struck the country. Northern PowerGrid said electricity was now back on in all 240,000 properties affected
Brooklyn Museum between September 10, 2021, to February 20, 2022, is hosting a very interesting and important exhibition of Haute Couture. Christian Dior, one of the most important representatives of Parisian Fashion and Haute Couture. It traces the history of the
Akiko Yano is laughing as she tells the story of her debut album, Japanese Girl. Twenty-one years old and unable to speak a word of English, she found herself directing a recording session in LA with US rock outfit Little Feat. “I
A city with remains of peeling luxury is attempting to regain its footing and stand once more. With turquoise waters running around its perimeter, the finest white sand, and no tourists… This destination seems to be the perfect place to relax and
Getting serious about diet is a crucial step in managing cancer at any stage of the disease. What we put in our bodies can dictate our chances of survival, but dietary guidelines aren’t always concise. One food that is often touted as being nutrient-dense
Romy Gill MBE gave her exclusive chicken curry tips to Express.co.uk. She also detailed her secret five-ingredient curry base. She said: “The secret to a good chicken curry dish is to give your chicken a lot of care and attention, as well
You’ve heard of limited edition trainers and the possession of the “right” smartphone as crucial social currency for twentysomethings, but what about rugby shirts? The sports staple, beloved of private schoolboys and David Hockney, is re-emerging as a cult classic with the
Everyone loves chocolate chip cookies. Sadly, however, if you can’t tolerate gluten, chocolate chip cookies do not usually love you back – while squidgy brownies and many other deliciously squidgy cakes don’t really suffer for a lack of this natural glue, it’s
This week, 40 plus years after Vivienne Westwood first opened her SEX boutique, Kim Kardashian and Madonna have both shocked with fetish-leaning outfits. Madonna appeared at the MTV VMAs dressed in an Atsuko Kudo latex ensemble, leather gloves and cap, while Kardashian wore a
Being fully vaccinated against Covid-19 not only cuts the risk of catching it, but also of an infection turning into long Covid, research led by King’s College London suggests. It shows that in the minority of people who get Covid despite two
[This article was originally published in September 2020] For members of the royal family, being in the spotlight is an unavoidable part of life, which means appearances during each and every public outing must be flawless. Fortunately, there are surprisingly simple styling tips
There has been a concerted effort amongst prominent health bodies and celebrities alike to encourage pregnant women to get fully vaccinated in recent weeks. Hesitancy amongst pregnant women is understandable but misguided. The evidence should allay any safety concerns one may have –
Cherries, like asparagus or the 99 Flake, are one of those foods I can’t get enough of during their brief but glorious season. My favourite way to eat them is straight from the bag, but I occasionally manage to hold off long enough
Eye shadow denotes an intricacy of shading, an expertise and a skill set that goes beyond normal humans. But I’ve realised if you change the language, it’s far less intimidating. So just think of it as “eye colour”. Right now a kaleidoscopic
Go Jauntly is such an amazing idea that I feel as though I should have had it myself; and it’s such a small slide from there to believing that I actually did invent it. So, just to be clear, in case I mislead
First thing in the morning, while the kettle comes to the boil, I turn the fruits that have been slowly ripening on a white dish on the kitchen counter. Each fruit – a peach, an apricot or nectarine – gets a gentle
Many people think about what they can do to look younger. Most consider super-expensive beauty formulations. You know, the ones that promise to erase every wrinkle and dark circle to make you look 20 years younger. (Spoiler: no such thing, it’s all
Being a man is bad for your health. Or so says Jeff Foster – and as a GP, male health specialist and a man himself, he should know. “Compared with women, men not only have a greater chance of contracting almost every
What fruits are worth freezing now to eat later in the year? Emma, Somerset Being overrun with berries and cherries is a nice problem, but Emma is eminently sensible to want to freeze some for future cooking before they spoil. First up,
With a return to the office now a real possibility, workers in the UK are thinking about something they haven’t for a while: what to wear. This comes after 16 months at home with only a laptop for company – and only
