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Diwali in the UK: how commodifying minority religions can risk cultural appropriation
The commercial potential of Diwali is capturing the attention of the high street. Big brand retailers are cashing in by adapting existing products to promote sales of Diwali-themed goods. But little, if any, mention is being made of the festival’s religious nature, and that’s a problem. There might be noContinue Reading
Liz Truss is now the UK’s shortest-serving prime minister – how does she stack up against George Canning, who previously held the record?
George Canning, now the second-longest-serving prime minister of the United Kingdom. Thomas Lawrence, via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY Liz Truss announced her resignation on October 20 2022, 44 days after taking office. The departure makes her the UK’s shortest-serving prime minister. But who did she replace to earn this undesirableContinue Reading
New cases of severe long COVID appear to be dropping – and vaccination is probably key
fizkes/Shutterstock The term “long COVID” is used to describe symptoms or illness that continue for more than four weeks after a positive COVID test or the original onset of symptoms. Some examples include an ongoing loss of taste or smell, debilitating fatigue, and even sustained damage to the heart orContinue Reading
Tuchel REJECTS Aston Villa after they include German on six-man shortlist
THOMAS TUCHEL has turned down an approach from Aston Villa to become their next manager. Villa are searching for Steven Gerrard’s successor after sacking the former Rangers boss following the 3-0 defeat to Fulham. 3 Thomas Tuchel has rejected the opportunity to become Aston Villa bossCredit: AFP 3 Mauricio PochettinoContinue Reading
Liz Truss resigns as prime minister: the five causes of her downfall explained
As Liz Truss stepped away from the lectern outside No.10 Downing Street after resigning as leader of her party, it probably occurred to her that her time as prime minister will have been only as long as the leadership campaign that got her there. When Boris Johnson walked away fromContinue Reading
Decision to Leave: Here are the other South Korean films you absolutely shouldn’t miss
D ecision to Leave, the latest film from celebrated Korean director Park Chan-wook, has been running in cinemas for exactly one week. But today, marvellously, it is being released on Mubi, meaning that if you’re more of a snuggle-down-on-the-sofa person, or you want to save a few pennies, you canContinue Reading
Should I post photos of my children online? Here’s what new parents need to know about sharenting
Korchagin/Shutterstock Over 40% of UK parents put photos or videos of their children online. Showing just how prevalent online sharing now is, in June 2022 the word “sharenting” entered the Oxford English Dictionary, meaning when a parent shares news, images and videos of their children on social media. Parents engageContinue Reading
Liz Truss resigns: who is in and who is out in the race to replace her?
Liz Truss’s resignation as the leader of the Conservative party immediately triggers a contest to replace her as prime minister. After the turmoil of recent months, it has been decided that the contest will be short and sharp. Candidates will need the backing of 100 of their fellow Conservative MPsContinue Reading
Ukraine recap: ‘kamikaze’ drone attacks on civilian infrastructure show Putin is moving closer to total war
Having suffered several weeks of setbacks in the field, Russia appears to have renewed its assaults on Ukraine’s major cities, mainly via missile and drone attacks. Despite protestations to the contrary from Kremlin ally Iran, there is growing evidence that Russia is using large numbers of Iranian drones. This includesContinue Reading
When digital nomads come to town: governments want their cash but locals are being left behind – podcast
Digital nomads: ditch the office chair for a backpack. Jose Luis Carrascosa via Shutterstock Digital nomads who work as they travel are often attracted by a life of freedom far removed from the daily office grind. Many head to cities that have become known hotspots for remote workers. In thisContinue Reading