The return of nuclear weapons to the uk

“It is possible that a part of Eastern England would have become a desert” In early 2022, mysterious upgrades began at Lakenheath Air Base in Suffolk, United Kingdom. Military analysts, after pouring over satellite photography of the construction work being done, came to one conclusion. Lakenheath, ever so silently, was preparing to welcome nuclear weapons… Continue reading The return of nuclear weapons to the uk

British pensioners are facing poverty

’20 percent of those over the age of 85 live in poverty’ As of 2021, the number of pensioners living below the poverty line rose to above 2 million, despite the retirement age being increased to 66. According to Age UK, that number has only risen, with 18 percent of pensioners’ incomes being less than… Continue reading British pensioners are facing poverty

Angus Barbieri holds the record for the longest fast: 382 days

‘The longest period for which anyone has gone without solid food is 382 days in the case of Angus Barbieri of Tayport, Fife, who lived on tea, coffee, water, soda water and vitamins from June 1965 to July 1966’ Angus Barbieri consumed no food for 382 days to no ill-effect. In 1965 the 27-year-old from… Continue reading Angus Barbieri holds the record for the longest fast: 382 days

Sewing for Justice: Sewing a quilted wall hanging the height of Grenfell Tower

The Grenfell Memorial Quilt Community Fabric art project was initiated by Artist & ‘artivist’ Tuesday Greenidge, whose daughter escaped from the tower fire in June 2017. Since commencing locally at North Kensington Library in West London, Greenidge has been assisted by an army of sewists from across the world, the aim being to grow the… Continue reading Sewing for Justice: Sewing a quilted wall hanging the height of Grenfell Tower

As 10% of humans are affected by hunger 1/3 of all food is wasted

Globally, one-third of food is wasted, estimated to cost £2.9 trillion a year. That’s enough food to feed every hungry person in the world twice over The most infuriating contradiction of our time is also the easiest to solve. The contradiction of surplus food and surplus hunger attributed to food waste is a disgrace imposed… Continue reading As 10% of humans are affected by hunger 1/3 of all food is wasted

Harmony in Strength: The Perfect Blend Of Yoga and Resistance Training

In the fitness realm, combining yoga and resistance training may seem combining two opposing worlds, but dig a bit deeper, and you’ll find a synergy where the calm of yoga compliments the chaos of resistance training. Your exercises will be elevated to the next level, enhancing mobility and range of motion through the practice of… Continue reading Harmony in Strength: The Perfect Blend Of Yoga and Resistance Training

The art of recovery

Muay Thai is an intense, full-body combat sport that demands a great deal from athletes in terms of conditioning, strength, mobility, and mental focus. While high-intensity training and sparring sessions are crucial elements when it comes to succeeding in the ring, recovery is an equally vital component that is often overlooked. Without proper rest, nutrition,… Continue reading The art of recovery

Did leprosy come from squirrels?

Leprosy, formally known as Hansen’s disease, is a chronic condition affecting the skin, nerves, and mucous membranes. It can be treated with a combination of antibiotics over six to twelve months, but if left untreated, it can lead to severe complications such as crippled hands and feet, paralysis, and blindness. While leprosy has not been… Continue reading Did leprosy come from squirrels?

‘US women should not be intimidated’ – Dutch doctor will keep providing abortion pills to Americans

Two women on the frontlines of the debate over women’s right to choose on Thursday (April 13) said that they will continue to prescribe and ship mifepristone and misoprostol, the abortion medicine at the center of the latest reproductive rights legal battle in America. Dutch physician Rebecca Gomperts, founder of ‘Women on Waves’ and the… Continue reading ‘US women should not be intimidated’ – Dutch doctor will keep providing abortion pills to Americans

Video: Tokyo Pride participants call for LGBTQ+ rights and marriage equality

Tokyo’s 30th annual Rainbow Pride parade took place on Sunday (April 21) with participants calling for more rights as well as marriage equality for LGBTQ+ people in Japan. The issue of marriage equality is especially contentious in Japan, as it is the only Group of Seven (G7) nation without legal protection for same-sex unions. Campaigners on… Continue reading Video: Tokyo Pride participants call for LGBTQ+ rights and marriage equality