Netflix to remake Pride and Prejudice – why Jane Austen novels make perfect period adaptations: Announcing its new six-part adaptation of Pride and Prejudice, Netflix quoted screenwriter Dolly Alderton as saying: “Once in a generation, a group of people get to retell this wonderful story.” In the 250th anniversary of her birth, it would seem …
Social media’s push for the perfect muscular body is fuelling a new form of disordered eating — and young men are most at risk: Young men are most likely to follow eating habits consistent with Mode. Elkhophoto/ Shutterstock From celebrities and influencers to everyday people, social media is full of content that showcases perfectly toned, …
What is federalism? Why Ethiopia uses this system of government and why it’s not perfect: Federalism is a system of government where power is shared between a central authority and smaller regional governments. Many countries adopt federalism to manage ethnic diversity within their borders and help promote unity. There are 25 federal countries globally, representing …
Youth hostels face tough times – but they are perfect for authentic, spontaneous experiences: When the New Zealand branch of the Youth Hostel Association (YHA) collapsed in 2021 and the country’s 11 hostels were forced to close, staff and punters alike were shocked. General manager Simon Cartwright cited the pandemic as the primary cause of …
Airlines are being hit by anti-greenwashing litigation – here’s what makes them perfect targets: Frank Wagner / shutterstock A wave of anti-“greenwashing” litigation is seeking to hold major players in the aviation industry to account for sensational claims of being sustainable, low-carbon or contributing to net zero. While the industry has faced legal backlash in …
How to make a perfect romcom – an expert explains the recipe for romance: Picture the scene: it’s a dreary weeknight evening, you’re tired from work, and you want to watch something that will pick you up. My guess is that some of you – perhaps more than would admit it – would pick a …
Offshore wind: a perfect storm of inflation and policy uncertainty risks derailing the UK’s main hope for a low-carbon future: pauljrobinson/Shutterstock In what many have deemed a disaster, the UK government’s latest auction for renewable power – an annual attempt to incentivise private sector investment in a range of power sources – has failed to …
Rising temperatures mean more air conditioning which means more electricity is needed – rooftop solar is a perfect fit: Douglas Cliff / shutterstock On June 12 this year, the UK’s last remaining coal-fired power station was awoken from a 46-day slumber to meet demand for electricity to run air-conditioning units. These were rare circumstances as …
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Why a Banksy exhibition in Glasgow makes perfect sense: A new solo exhibition by Banksy, the UK’s most famous anonymous artist, has opened at the Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA) in Glasgow – his first in 14 years. The graffiti artist was drawn to exhibit in Glasgow ostensibly because of his interest in the symbolism …
Your LinkedIn doesn’t need to be perfect – four ways to build an authentic profile to boost your personal brand: To get hired, you need to get connected. Dean Drobot/Shutterstock The idea of a “personal brand” might seem like the purview of celebrities and influencers. But if you’ve spent any time on LinkedIn, you’ll know …
Kendall Roy’s playlist: why hip hop is the perfect counterpoint for Succession’s entitled plutocrats: From the very first minutes of HBO’s hit drama series, Succession, hip hop is used to underpin, juxtapose and comment on the story of corporate intrigue, capitalist entitlement and white privilege. Just as a hip hop beat underscores the classical piano …
The soundtrack to selling: why advertising with popular music needs to be pitch perfect: Cast Of Thousands/Shutterstock At some point today, it’s likely that you’ll listen to music. It may be during a commute or school run, while you do some exercise or take some time to relax. Music is all around us – an …
8th Street Samba: here’s why the authentic collaboration behind the ‘perfect sneaker’ matters: The many colour ways of the 8th Street Samba shoe. Courtesy of Kith, CC BY-SA From Nike Air Force 1 x Tiffany & Co to Crocs x KFC, footwear collaborations are rife. But the recent release of Kith founder Ronnie Fieg’s 8th …
Happy Valley: the art of Sally Wainwright’s perfect TV ending: Warning: the following article contains spoilers. First hitting screens nine years ago, the final episode of Happy Valley – the BBC crime drama created and written by Sally Wainwright – has aired to an audience of over 7.5 million live viewers. Featuring a much anticipated …
Trade-ins in the tech sector – why they make perfect sense By David Hirsch, CEO of TechMarkit: Trade-ins in the tech sector – why they make perfect sense – By David Hirsch, CEO of TechMarkit As the world shifts away from disposable technology and towards sustainable, eco-friendly options, refurbished cell phones and laptops are increasingly …
Five historical hot cocktails that are perfect for cold weather: An illustration from Charles Dickens's Bleak House of men drink hot toddys. It is cold outside and there’s nothing quite like a hot drink to warm the cockles. In the history of British mixed concoctions, there are arguably more hot drinks than cold for one …
Emo revival: why 2022 was the perfect time to bring the genre back from the dead: My Chemical Romance – mainstay alternative band of the Noughties – made a triumphant return in 2022 with new music and a reunion world tour. There was also the blockbuster Hella Mega Tour with Fall Out Boy, Weezer and …