Ocean levels could rise as much as 4.2 feet by 2100 if global targets on emissions are not achieved and Earth’s surface warms another 6.3 degrees Fahrenheit, scientists warn Researchers analysed the sea level rise projections of 106 leading experts In a high-emissions scenario, sea levels could rise by 16.4 feet by the year 2300 This … Read more
British infantry in Arnhem The Dutch and the British have a long tradition of both rivalry and friendship, yet it is striking how little we know of their country beyond Amsterdam. The Netherlands, situated right in ‘the cockpit of Europe’, is rich in history for visitors looking for more than just a gentle break among … Read more
Social distancing on aircraft would lead to airfares rising to between 43 and 54 per cent, just for carriers to break even, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has warned. It explains that social distancing measures on aircraft would fundamentally shift the economics of aviation by slashing the maximum load factor to 62 per cent, … Read more
Estate agents are beginning to bring staff back to work as people become desperate to move house – as London faces a potential 10 per cent slump in house prices. Chestertons has returned some of its lettings staff after seeing a 28% increase in requests to view its rental properties as Britons start thinking about … Read more
Wolf spiders are resorting to CANNIBALISM as warming Arctic causes population to rise and sparks more competition for food Wolf Spiders in the Alaskan Arctic are turning to cannibalism to survive Rising temperatures cause females to grow larger and produce more offspring Because this creates competition for food, the females are eating juveniles By Stacy Liberatore … Read more
Rush-hour is creeping back: Congestion in London is 4% higher than it was at the start of the lockdown and is rising by 1% a week – as traffic on UK roads also hits new peak Swathes of drivers returning to the roads daily despite lockdown still in place Statistics revealed that traffic levels across … Read more
Over-the-counter (OTC) lozenges for a sore throat may be fueling the rise of superbugs, research suggests. A study found antibiotics added to non-prescriptions remedies often fail to wipe out the bacteria causing a patient’s symptoms. Researchers worry this will strengthen bacteria and enable the species to evolve antibiotic resistance. Over-the-counter lozenges for a sore throat … Read more
The British public are hitting the roads today as the latest data shows slight increases in the levels of traffic. The latest real-time information from TomTom suggests there has been more trips on the roads this morning. It comes after Brits flocked outdoors at the weekend to enjoy the sunny weather at parks, and lengthy … Read more
Vladimir Putin will deploy helicopters and drones in Moscow to enforce the lockdown as Russia recorded a new record rise in coronavirus infections today. Deaths rose by 58 to 1,280, official data shows, with 10,633 new cases in the past 24 hours, taking the total to 134,687. These latest figures reveal Russia is now recording more new infections … Read more
Rise of Skywalker jumps into hyperspace to land on Disney+ EARLY in honour of Star Wars Day on May 4th By Corinna Burton For Mailonline Published: 20:38 BST, 1 May 2020 | Updated: 20:44 BST, 1 May 2020 Star Wars fans rejoice! In honour of Star Wars Day (May the fourth be with you), Disney+ … Read more