Retired professional rugby players more likely to be depressed, anxious and irritable November 24, 2021 A new study has found that retired professional rugby players were more likely to be depressed, anxious and irritable compared to amateur players or non-contact athletes. The former top players who took part in the study had suffered more concussions on the pitch than those in the other groups, and the researchers believe this could [...]
UK Snapchat boss: Social mobility in tech is not just about diverse hiring, we have to change the culture in workplaces July 5, 2021 My first job out of university was at one of the big investment banks in London. My family and friends were incredibly proud – we were from working class backgrounds in Birmingham and a role like that was the stuff of dreams. But after just three weeks, I knew it was not for me and [...]
Fears of Russian invasion rise as Kremlin sends demands to Nato and US December 18, 2021 Russia has sent a list of demands to NATO as the country amasses more and more troops near Ukraine's eastern border.
The Langley in Buckinghamshire is a staycation dream January 12, 2022 Take a trip to The Langley in Buckinghamshire to discovers a Grade II historic property given a 21st-century makeover. The weekend Don’t be put off by your drive through Slough – the route to The Langley in Buckinghamshire is a touch misleading. Within a few minutes you will find yourself in an entirely different world.Once [...]
EU and China sign investment pact after Merkel’s intervention December 30, 2020 The EU and China have concluded in principle negotiations on an investment deal, with Angela Merkel playing an “active role” in driving through the accord. The deal comes amid deep concerns about the Chinese government’s use of its economic clout to enmesh itself in western countries. A European Commission statement said the agreement is of [...]
Business of Space: Can the relationship with Roscosmos ever be repaired? March 25, 2022 This week: Isotropic Systems on track for first commercial launches Space cooperation between Russia and Europe “destroyed” OneWeb goes on deal-making spree Isotropic Systems Satellite firm Isotropic Systems is on track for its first commercial launches this year, following the final successful round of testing its multi-link satellite tech. The ground terminal provider has developed technology which [...]
Citroen C5 X review: Vive la différence March 24, 2022 Tim Pitt drives the radical new Citroen C5 X, an upmarket plug-in hybrid with a uniquely French approach to luxury.
Commercial landlords threaten to sue government over eviction ban extension June 20, 2021 A raft of commercial landlords are considering launching legal action against the government after it extended its business eviction ban until March 2022. The British Property Federation, a lobby group for commercial landlords, is looking at all legal options as there is now an estimated £6bn in unpaid rents throughout Covid-19. Chief secretary of the [...]
Beyond Bond: Driving the new Aston Martin DB12 through Austin Texas December 4, 2023 We head to Austin to drive the new Aston Martin DB12 and meet the man with the brand’s real licence to thrill.
Tunnel vision: the private sector has the ability to transform British infrastructure September 20, 2021 Last week came an unsurprising denouement: the proposed link between Scotland and Northern Ireland, via a bridge or a tunnel, was being shelved. The Treasury could not countenance the estimated £15 billion cost. This was a project with Boris Johnson’s name all over it: big, bold, innovative and eye-catching. It would be a solid piece [...]