The counting of electoral college votes to certify the result of a US election is usually a routine affair. But emboldened by a provocative speech by outgoing president Donald Trump, an angry mob of his supporters made the ceremony international news by breaking into the US Capitol in a brazenContinue Reading
Shutterstock Which activities are essential during a pandemic? Across England, school buildings have been closed, as have many shops, businesses and sports facilities. So what about elections? Should they go ahead? It’s an important question since local elections are scheduled to take place in the UK in May. Among themContinue Reading
England has gone into a tough lockdown to halt spiralling COVID-19 hospitalisations and relieve pressure on its health system. The prime minister, Boris Johnson, has said the new lockdown will last at least seven weeks, but it’s safe to assume that, with many hospitals near capacity, it will stay inContinue Reading
As speculation continues to rise over the fate of the fourth Test between India and Australia at The Gabba, Queensland’s Health Authorities on Friday made it clear that strict quarantine rules have to be followed by the Australian and Indian cricket team in Brisbane since they would be coming fromContinue Reading
Manchester United on Thursday confirmed the signing of forward Amad Diallo from Atalanta. The Ivorian winger has signed a contract to the end of June 2025, with the option of an extra year. When an agreement between the clubs was first announced on October 5, 2020 – deadline day atContinue Reading
Even short periods of physical activity can improve concentration throughout the day. Somkid Saowaros/ Shutterstock Whether it’s during the post-lunch slump or just one of those days, we all struggle to concentrate on what we’re doing sometimes, whether that’s at work, school, or home. Being able to concentrate on whatContinue Reading
IND vs AUS Live: Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne are going strong for Australia.© AFP Australia finished Day 1 of the third Test against India at 166/2 with Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith going strong. India got off to a good start after Australia won the toss and opted toContinue Reading
Freestocks/Unsplash, FAL My daughter was pregnant, and gave birth, in 2020. She attended every antenatal appointment and scan alone. Her partner sat on a chair on an empty hospital corridor while she was in early labour on the ward. Hers is now a normal experience for women. The COVID-19 pandemicContinue Reading
Replace two hours of sitting with standing Burlingham/ Shutterstock Though people with office jobs often sit for up to 80% of the working day, many still manage to get an average of 3,616 steps daily, largely thanks to many small opportunities for activity throughout the day. But with many ofContinue Reading
