Business leaders, entertainers and politicians were among the guests at a charity dinner in Edinburgh addressed by the natural historian Sir David Attenborough. The event, hosted by the Hunter Foundation at the National Museum of Scotland, drew an audience 800 paying upwards of £5,000 for a table to hear Sir David deliver his views on […]
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Stings ain’t what they used to be
A different story about Phillip Schofield coming out was revealed on social media, writes STEVE SAMPSON For those of you watching in black and white. Much-loved daytime telly star Phillip Schofield revealed in a “shock” statement” last Friday that he is gay. He had been wrestling with his sexual identity for years apparently. Now he […]
Making an impact — Top five green crowdfunding projects
We are more aware of the environmental emergency than ever before, thanks to the traction that has been gathered by eco activist groups such as Extinction Rebellion and influential figures including 17-year-old Greta Thunberg. Both on a global and a national level, people everywhere are taking action to reduce greenhouse emissions and finding a solution […]
High streets continue to suffer decline in shoppers
Online platforms have grown significantly over the past decade, leaving an unmistakable mark on the British high street. The number of shoppers on the UK high street has fallen by 10% in the last seven years leading to more and more high-profile brands falling victim to the changing times. A number of previously successful and […]
Don’t act in haste over the festive feuding
A week of festivities often proves to be less of a celebration and more of a strain on the relationship for many couples. The first working Monday in January traditionally sees one of the busiest days of the year for family lawyers, with a significant increase in the number of people separating after the Christmas […]