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Charming and humorous portrayal of generational trauma in Insane Asylum Seekers review

In a week when Keir Starmer cautioned that unchecked immigration could turn Britain into a “strange island,” a new play highlights the voices of British Iraqi refugees alongside those who identify as “crazy.” Laith Elzubaidi’s autobiographical work doesn’t suggest that immigrants or asylum seekers are alienating society; rather, it delves into their silent struggles and […]

Ways to transform stale bread into a traditional Portuguese soup – recipe

Odey’s vibrant bright green garlic and coriander soup showcases a unique Portuguese method for utilizing stale bread. This recipe reflects traditional Assolda from the Alentejo region. It’s thought to originate from modest beginnings—a clever way to make use of leftovers, enriched by olive oil, herbs, and eggs. Notably, instead of cooking the coriander, garlic, and […]

Companies continue to exaggerate their environmental efforts in ads despite warnings, UK investigation reveals.

Research indicates that companies are still posting misleading green ads even after being called out by the Advertising Standards Agency (ASA). Greenpeace UK’s Investigative Journalism Unit, through its project Excavated, has highlighted companies like Virgin Atlantic, Renault, and Aqua Pura that continue to make unfounded environmental claims despite warnings from the ASA. Back in 2021, […]

EU’s highest court allows sharing of texts between Von der Leyen and Pfizer chief

The European Union’s top court has reversed its earlier decision to block access to a text message from Ursula von der Leyen related to drug enforcement during the pandemic, marking a significant setback for the committee president. On Wednesday, the European Court of Justice annulled a November 2022 ruling by the European Commission, which had […]

Inmates to gain freedom after completing a third of their sentence under new proposals

Inmates may soon find a path to freedom by serving only a third of their sentences, thanks to new government plans designed to address prison overcrowding. Criminals in Britain and Wales could secure an early release by completing work, training, or educational activities while showing good behavior. If they don’t comply, they might end up […]

Ashley Judd shares a heartfelt story about her final moments with her mother Naomi.

Ashley Judd Reflects on Her Mother’s Tragic Passing Ashley Judd has shared her most thorough account of the devastating moment she found out about her mother’s suicide in 2022. She expressed a desire to free her parents from the “guilt and shame” associated with her mother’s long battle with depression. “I told her how much […]

Regulator starts inquiry into Aviva’s £3.7bn acquisition of Direct Line

The Contest Watchdog has begun looking into a significant acquisition involving rival insurance firms amounting to billions. The £3.7 billion deal, reached last year, aims to merge the insurance operations of the two companies, creating one of the largest auto insurers in the UK. On Wednesday, the Competitive Markets Bureau initiated a Phase 1 investigation […]