Beards and microbes: what the evidence shows

Bernardo Emanuelle/Shutterstock.com Beards have long attracted suspicion, sometimes seen as stylish, sometimes as unsanitary. But how dirty are they, really? Human skin is home to billions of microorganisms – mainly bacteria, but also fungi and viruses – and facial hair provides a unique environment for them to thrive. Research showsContinue Reading

Three inspirational disabled entrepreneurs have been awarded a combined £300,000 by easyJet founder Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou in the 17th annual Stelios Awards for Disabled Entrepreneurs, celebrating innovation, resilience and impact across the UK business community. The top prize of £150,000 went to Umbreen David, founder of Hoama Group Ltd andContinue Reading

Marks & Spencer has reopened its website for online orders, nearly two months after a significant cyberattack brought its e-commerce operations to a standstill. In a statement, the retailer confirmed that a selection of its bestselling fashion ranges is now available for home delivery across England, Scotland and Wales. DeliveriesContinue Reading