Second Canadian scientist alleges brain illness investigation was shut down

A senior Canadian federal scientist has raised concerns that the government halted an investigation into a mysterious brain illness in New Brunswick, possibly affecting 350 individuals. This scientist is the second to accuse authorities of deliberately stopping the investigation and claiming the number of cases is higher than officially reported. Initially, health officials in New …

Coping with Economic Challenges in Redditch: Perspectives Ahead of the General Election

Redditch, located in Worcestershire, has become a pivotal constituency where the Conservative majority has grown significantly post-Brexit. As the ongoing cost of living crisis continues to impact residents, the mood is crucially reflective of the upcoming general election. Jake Beddows, a 28-year-old metal worker and bare knuckle boxer, articulates the prevailing sentiment among many working-class …

‘Euros might be my last chance to win with England’

Gareth Southgate, the manager of the England national football team, has hinted that Euro 2024 might represent his final opportunity to secure a trophy for his country. Having assumed the managerial role in 2016, the 53-year-old has guided England to notable successes, including the semi-finals of the 2018 World Cup, the final of Euro 2020, …

Asda now the most expensive supermarket for fuel

Asda, known for offering competitive fuel prices, has unexpectedly emerged as the priciest among supermarket chains, contrary to its longstanding reputation for affordability. Recent research indicates that average petrol and diesel prices at Asda were higher than those at Tesco, Morrisons, and Sainsbury’s by the end of May. The RAC’s analysis revealed that Asda’s petrol …

Rich nations meet $100bn climate finance goal – two years late

In 2022, developed countries contributed nearly $116 billion in climate finance, marking a significant milestone in fulfilling a longstanding commitment. However, experts and activists have raised questions regarding how this target was achieved. After a delay of two years, rich nations successfully met their pledge to allocate $100 billion annually in climate finance to support …