According to a 2013 report from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations (UN), around 2 billion people globally incorporate insects into their traditional diets—a practice known as entomophagy. This ancient culinary tradition is gaining recognition for its nutritional
Investment levels in the UK remain alarmingly low compared to other wealthy nations, and without significant improvements, economic growth appears unattainable, according to the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR). The think tank highlights that the UK’s total investment lags far behind
A new study has revealed that heavily processed plant-based foods may pose greater risks to heart health compared to their less-processed counterparts. The research, conducted by the University of São Paulo in collaboration with Imperial College London, analyzed data from over 118,000
London (Parliament News) – Jaguar Land Rover will invest over £1m to help UK police combat car theft and gather intelligence. This investment aims to target theft hotspots and provide police with additional resources to respond effectively. Jaguar Land Rover is intending
London (Parliament News) – Reform UK proposes a 20% tax relief on private healthcare costs to alleviate strain on the NHS, advocating for expanded independent sector use amid concerns over healthcare effectiveness and political strategy. People should be offered a tax incentive
London, 14 June 2024 — Netflix and Shondaland have announced that the “Bridgerton” franchise has injected over £250 million into the UK economy and supported nearly 5,000 businesses over the past five years. To celebrate this milestone and the release of Part
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued new advice following a rise in cases linked to the recent outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) O145. As of 3 July, an additional 13 cases have been confirmed since the last update
London (Parliament News) – Waltham Forest Council’s pension team is concerned about investments in businesses linked to Israel due to the ongoing war and potential human rights offences. The council is investigating options to avoid complicity in global violations. Is the Waltham
London (Parliament News) – Rail companies misapplied courts, sentencing thousands for fare evasion in secret fast-track hearings. Train companies used a single justice procedure improperly, prompting calls for reform after uncovering systematic legal misuse. Rail companies have been accused of misapplying the
The Middle East stands on the brink of a potentially devastating conflict as tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, the Iran-backed Lebanese movement, escalate. Recent developments have heightened fears of a full-scale war, with cross-border attacks intensifying and both sides preparing for potential
London (Parliament News) – The Greens call on voters to support their ambitious proposals, contrasting them with Labour’s “more of the same” approach. Their manifesto includes higher taxes on the wealthy, public service improvements, and bold environmental policies. The Greens have undertaken
London (Parliament News) – A report preceding the G7 summit indicates UK regional cities lag behind counterparts in the US, France, and Germany due to underinvestment, hindering economic development and productivity growth. A neglect to invest in the UK’s main regional cities
