Covid-19 ‘mega lab’ to be built in Leamington Spa
A new Covid-19 'mega lab' capable of processing 300,000 tests a day is set to open in Leamington in early 2021.
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After an eight-month pause, ice hockey returns to English rinks
Ice hockey returned to the United Kingdom on Saturday after an eight-month hiatus, with the Swindon Wildcats securing an 8-6 win over the Milton Keynes Lightning. In the weekend’s other game, the Sheffield Steeldogs earned an emphatic 5-1 win over Swindon in Yorkshire. With no competitive ice hockey played in...
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Around the world in 80 dishes: fish and chips
If the UK has one iconic dish, it must be fish and chips. And yet, the dish has a comparatively short history, only celebrating its 150th birthday a few years ago. So how did this classic combination come about, and why is it so intricately linked with British culture?
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How have the Irwin family revolutionised environmentalism?
Nicknamed ‘Australia’s first family’, world-famous environmentalist Steve Irwin’s wife and children have become A-list celebrities in their own rights. While their initial fame was kickstarted by household name Steve Irwin (aka ‘the Crocodile Hunter’), they are more than just his relatives. The family are utterly unique in the modern world...
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Why reboots rarely work: ‘Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life’
Shay Solanki questions why reboots rarely work, drawing upon the 2016 'Gilmore Girls' reboot 'A Year in the Life' and comparing its plot lines and success to the show's original noughties series.
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Air pollution worsening Covid death rate
During the height of lockdown, one of the few positive parts was the perception of cleaner air, beautiful skies and the sound of birdsong. With fewer people travelling, the decline of emissions inevitably meant the natural world would increase in our perception. The improvement in air quality, it was argued, was...
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World looks towards coronavirus vaccine and Biden’s economic policies as markets surge
Hamza Fareed Malik gives another market overview amidst a potential vaccine for coronavirus and a turbulent US election, with Joe Biden securing victory.
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The winners and losers of the US Election
Reece Goodall analyses the aftermath of the 2020 US election, looking at the different winners and losers across the Presidential and Congressional races.
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Wales is dangerously mistaken to class books as non-essential
Noah Keate defends the right to read in light of the Welsh government's banning of books as non-essential during the coronavirus lockdown.
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The good housemate guide
Being a good housemate is more important than ever as we spend all of our time at home. Read Gemma Bell's tips for good housemates to ensure you're not winding up your flatmates!
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Dizzee Rascal E3 review: the grime god returns with a solid delve into drill
The author of the grime bible returns with a new album and an adventure into drill. While chock with fiery collabs and experimentation, Dizzee isn't afraid to strip it back on slower songs.
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Formula 1 criticised after adding Saudi Arabia to calendar
Formula 1 announced earlier this month that it would be adding Saudi Arabia to the calendar from 2021. The Arab country hopes to attract new tourists from across the globe as it becomes the 33rd independent state to host an F1 race. F1’s CEO Chase Carey said he was “excited...
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Scientists challenge claim face-to-face teaching is essential
Scientists have challenged the Westminster government’s claim that in-person teaching is essential to protect student wellbeing.
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