Food and freedom: exhibition explores the revolutionary history of gardening in Britain
Valerie Goode, who founded and leads Coco Collective, a black-led gardening initiative in South London, shared her thoughts: “When we leave food production in others’ hands, we essentially place our health, happiness, and identity in their control. Reclaiming our food allows us to regain our strength.” Established four years ago, the collective tends to several […]
Aardman reveals a third Shaun the Sheep film: The Beast of Mossy Bottom
The upcoming third film featuring Shaun the Sheep has a Halloween twist, building on the success of Wallace & Gromit’s previous adventures. Aardman’s chief creative director, Saracox, describes the film as packed with smashed pumpkins, quirky science, and some rather wild creatures. Titled “Shaun the Sheep: Mossy Bottom Beasts,” the story follows the residents of […]
Acerbi’s outrageous goal captured the spirit of ‘wild Inter’s’ final fighters
In a dramatic 182 minutes over two matches, 37-year-old centre-back Francesco Aservi found himself far up the pitch, despite having not scored in over a year. In fact, he hadn’t even registered a point in 65 UEFA Club appearances. Yet, this wasn’t his usual role, nor was it how most anticipated the Champions League semi-finals […]
From Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s octopus series to Macaulay Culkin’s pizza band: celebrities’ most unexpected career changes
In just a few years, mentioning “Phoebe Waller-Bridge” alongside “Amazon” might evoke a sense of sadness. Back in 2019, she signed multiple times for a major deal to develop content for the platform, but that chapter has seemingly closed now. This Thursday, Amazon Prime Video released “The Octopus,” a two-part documentary about, you guessed it, […]
App relaunched and homepage design updated
Guardian has relaunched its mobile app to enhance personalization and visual content, emphasizing the role of podcasts in its “mobile-first” approach. A new tab for podcasts makes it easier for users to discover and listen to episodes using the in-app player. Additionally, listeners can use the Speech feature to enjoy articles audibly. This overhaul acknowledges […]
Trainline stock falls following concerns about extending the London contactless zone.
Trainline, an online ticket retailer, has warned of challenges ahead, including the expansion of London’s contactless travel zone and economic uncertainties that might hinder foreign travel. During early trading on Wednesday, shares of the London-listed company dropped by as much as 8%, even though it reported a significant profit increase up to February 28th. With […]
UK agency unveils real-world geoengineering experiments
Real-world geoengineering experiments are being conducted globally, from the Arctic to the Great Barrier Reef, with funding from the UK government. These experiments include testing solar-reflecting particles in the stratosphere, spritzing seawater to enhance cloud reflectivity, and manipulating water thickness. The Advanced Research and Invention Agency (ARIA) notes that acquiring this “critical missing science data” […]
Resources, smartphones, and armed groups: the evolution of conflict in DRC
It’s been quite a turbulent week, as a peace agreement is being negotiated in the Democratic Republic of the Congo following three months of intense fighting. I had a conversation with East Africa correspondent Carlos Mureicz about the conflict, its sudden escalation, and the prospects for lasting peace. Long Shadows from the ’90s Back in […]
Horse racing: Shoemark let go by Gosdens; live updates from Chester’s May meeting day one
Good morning from the Roodee! Today, one of Britain’s beloved Flat tracks will host two important Classic trials – the Chester Vase and Chester Oaks. However, the hot topic right now is Kieran Shoemark’s recent dismissal as the No. 1 jockey for John and Thady Gosden’s formidable Newmarket stable—a decision that comes just four days […]
Ocean with David Attenborough review – a heartfelt argument against the destruction of the oceans
A captivating piece, underscored by his unmatched authority, David Attenborough’s latest film about the ocean offers a compelling mix of warning and hope. He passionately addresses the dire consequences of industrial overfishing and the ominous presence of massive trawlers. Attenborough likens this situation to a new form of colonialism. The film is set to premiere […]