Sarah Everard: the vigil that started a movement
The sun was beginning to set on South London as people trickled into Clapham Common last Saturday, March 13th. Throughout the day, a steady stream of passers gathered around the Continue Reading
London’s tap water is safe. But why does it taste so bad?
Londoners know that British tap water is rated among the best in the world in terms of quality, and it is safe to drink. Yet, some of them are hesitant Continue Reading
Homeless people at risk during third national lockdown: bring back the ‘Everyone in’ policy
A third national lockdown is currently in place in the United Kingdom, and homeless people are once again at risk. The “Everyone in” policy From March on homeless people were Continue Reading
Healthy, speedy, tech-savvy – are e-bikes the future of urban commuting?
The long read: E-bikes are a fast-growing market, but will they have the same longevity as the traditional bike? I spoke to Philip Morley, global sales lead for Danish e-bike brand Biomega, to discuss the future of e-bikes.
Lonely Christmas ahead for Hong Kong students stuck in the UK
Students from Hong Kong at London universities are set to spend Christmas alone as outbound restrictions tighten and lockdown kicks in.
The most Instagrammable brunch spots to visit after lockdown
Restaurants will finally reopen next month and the wait has never felt so long. If you have already booked a table for the 17th of May and you can’t wait Continue Reading
Britain will waste 12.8 millions of pumpkins this Halloween
This year, Covid-19 and the restrictions in place are likely to reduce the number of Halloween “trick or treaters“. Yet, the tradition of carving pumpkins is expected to be followed Continue Reading
The Problem with Public Opinion – COVID and Contradiction
The Problem with Public Opinion – COVID and Contradiction (804 words. Sonali Deshpande: 07842 899387 and Julia Balm: 07340 890663) Eight in ten say they have no confidence in Continue Reading
Despite vigorous government action, small businesses remain vulnerable
No-one doubts that the government’s intent towards small business is positive. A slew of interventions put in place in the past month are a testament to that. But concerns remain Continue Reading