Every decision we make is driven by emotion, but until now, measuring human emotion in real time has been impossible. However, according to new research from Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University (RSM) we can now successfully track, moment to moment how someone really feels. Esther Eijlers, Dr Maarten Boksem and Professor Ale Smidts have […]
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THE MOST DANGEROUS TRADE PROFESSIONS AND JOBS IN BRITAIN REVEALED AND SAFETY TIPS FOR AMATEUR DIYERS
The latest research by tradesperson comparison site, HaMuch.com, has found that the skilled trade occupations account for the highest rate of non-fatal injuries as a percentage of all injuries sustained since 2016 and with Spring approaching leading to more of us attempting DIY jobs at home, they’ve provided a few basic tips […]
SOLIHULL MAN PROSECUTED FOR FLY-TIPPING IN BIRMINGHAM
A Solihull man has been ordered to pay £6,008 by Birmingham Magistrates’ Court after being found guilty of fly-tipping in Billesley. Adnan Qazi, aged 30, of Berkeley Road in Solihull, was found to be responsible for dumping rubbish, including doors, carpets, rugs, mattresses, bed bases, a chair, fridge and cardboard boxes as […]
Coronavirus Update
The NHS and Public Health England (PHE) are extremely well prepared for outbreaks of new infectious diseases. The NHS has put in place measures to ensure the safety of all patients and NHS staff while also ensuring services are available to the public as normal. The risk to the general […]
CONSUMERS ADVISED ABOUT SEAFOOD AND MEAT PRODUCTS SUPPLIED BY THE CHICKEN GUY LTD
A number of seafood and products of animal origin (predominately raw cut chicken, beef knuckles and frozen prawns) supplied by The Chicken Guy Ltd. have not been produced in accordance with food hygiene and legislative requirements. These products are not compliant with hygiene, labelling and traceability requirements and are deemed […]
THE ICONIC ELECTRIC LONDON TAXI – NOW ON SALE IN JAPAN
A London icon is about to become a familiar sight in Japan, as London Electric Vehicle (LEVC) launches its electric TX model at an exclusive event in Tokyo today. The original London taxi, now totally redesigned for the 21st Century, is a purpose-built high-quality model suitable for both the taxi and […]
BANGLADESH’S FIRST FEMALE BODY-BUILDING COMPETITION SEES CONTESTANT COVER-UP
Bangladesh’s first all-women bodybuilding championship, held in the capital of Dhaka, was won by a teenage student. Nineteen-year-old Awhona Rhaman had most of her body covered up to prevent judgement in a majority Muslim-nation. Normally, barely there bikinis, dark spray tans and high heels are widely expected at body-building competitions. However, Awhona and the 29 other women to take centre stage were […]
ONLINE SHOPPING TRENDS CAUSE HALF OF GEN ZS AND MILLENNIALS AVOID THE HIGH STREET
Paymentsense, Europe’s largest merchant services provider, has released new findings on the waning level of consumer patience in Britain. In partnership with YouGov BrandIndex, the only daily consumer perception research service of brands, Paymentsense found that 37% of Gen Z’s (respondents aged 16-24) agreed that access to online shopping has made them more impatient while shopping […]
Roses for remembrance on the roads this Valentine’s Day
Roses will mean more than ‘I love you’ this Valentine’s day with the launch of a hard hitting campaign to address deaths on the roads. Selected colleges across the Black Country will be custodians of a display of 116 red roses, one rose to represent each young person from the […]
Scheme to reduce plastic in school canteens nets national award
Image Caption: Left to right: Lisa Holding, Joanne Bishop, Sharon Hodgson MP, Jackie Foster, Julia Nicholls, Chris Mucklow and Helen Coldicott. A pioneering project to reduce the use of plastic in borough school canteens has won a national award. Dudley Council won the Catering Innovation Award at a national ceremony […]