Peanut butter has overtaken jam as our breakfast spread of choice, with sales up 35.5 per cent over the past 12 weeks. Peanuts are high in satiating protein and fibre, and provide decent amounts of fatigue-fighting iron, phosphorus (a mineral that helps maintain strong bones) and B vitamins, to help release energy from foods. But … Read more
Lucy, like most 18-year-olds, has been enjoying her new freedom as lockdown has eased. She has started gathering with friends in the park in North London. But unlike teenagers from a previous generation she doesn’t smoke, and only drinks occasionally. Instead, she is a frequent user of nitrous oxide — or laughing gas — which … Read more
On Wednesday, I had a small hit of life going back to normal. My favourite local independent coffee shop reopened – serving coffees and home-baked cookies out of a makeshift window hatch. The owner has adapted somewhat to keep afloat, by delivering cookies in the local area at the weekends while practicing social distancing. Seeing … Read more
A leading doctor has taken aim at controversial chef Pete Evans, accusing him of trying to disguise his dangerous and unscientific anti-vaxxer views using language that sounds more socially acceptable. Pete, who has previously made his anti-vaccination stance clear, recently claimed he was not an anti-vaxxer, but was instead ‘pro-choice’ and ‘pro-safe vac’ – terms that … Read more
Built on hills by the River Tagus, Toledo, a Unesco World Heritage site, is one of the most historically and culturally fascinating cities in Spain. Strangely, it’s off the radar for most British tourists. And while it’s an easy day trip from Madrid (only 30 minutes by train), it’s well worth staying for two or … Read more
Nickelodeon’s Kids’ Choice Awards were briefly cancelled amid the growing coronavirus pandemic. But the stars aligned Saturday to give young viewers an entertaining awards show, broadcasted remotely for the first time ever. Ariana Grande accepted the award for Favorite Female Artist from the comfort of her home as she isolated apart from her fellow nominees. … Read more
Chancellor Rishi ‘Dishy’ Sunak is the voters choice to stand in for Boris Johnson if the Prime Minister becomes too ill from coronavirus, exclusive poll reveals Endorsement comes after Prime Minister revealed he tested positive for virus Rishi Sunak is backed as the stand-in premier by voters, Deltapoll reveals 78 per cent of respondents also … Read more
After nearly 1,000 performances of Robin Hood at the Regent Theatre in Stoke-on-Trent, I was becoming weary of pulling on my green tights each night. I come from Stoke, so I’m biased in favour of its attractions, but I realise abundant winter sunshine isn’t one of them. After a long panto season, I was ready … Read more
1. KOCHI, INDIA A blending of small, ancient villages along India’s southwestern coast created modern-day Kochi. It’s where sunset strolls, dining on fresh fish from seaside vendors and boat rides through the islands offshore are all part of the charm. Kochi is a blending of small, ancient villages along India’s southwestern coast While visitors to … Read more