Woods’ Silver Fleet has announced the construction of the UK’s first zero emissions tourist vessel, now underway at Pendennis Shipyard in Cornwall, marking a new chapter in sustainable river tourism. With over a century of experience operating on the River Thames, the Woods family, known for private charter events, is expanding its offerings with this innovative all-electric luxury sightseeing fleet. Named Thames Explorer, the 39-metre vessel will launch in partnership with Historic Royal Palaces, exclusively serving as the official Tower of London River Tour from summer 2025. The new vessel, constructed using lightweight aluminium and powered by a pioneering all-battery…
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The UK government has announced a new initiative to address the future of traditional linear television broadcasting, as new research reveals that some households risk exclusion due to the growing shift towards online TV. The move, led by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), aims to ensure that no one is left behind as more viewers turn to streaming and internet-based television. A new working group will be established under the leadership of Media Minister Stephanie Peacock MP. This group will bring together key players from the broadcasting industry, infrastructure providers, and audience advocacy groups to examine how…
New research by Pampers has revealed that a significant number of UK parents of premature babies are hesitant to touch their infants due to concerns about the fragility of their skin. The study found that 82% of parents of premature babies felt nervous about touching their baby while in neonatal care, with 52% citing the delicacy of their baby’s skin as the main reason. Premature babies have skin that is up to two times thinner than full-term babies, making it highly sensitive to touch. Despite this vulnerability, skin-to-skin contact is crucial for premature infants as it is the first sense…
Parliamentarians from all political parties were visibly moved last night during a preview screening of the documentary After the Rain: Putin’s Stolen Children Come Home, hosted by Lord McConnell, former First Minister of Scotland. The event, which took place in the House of Lords, focused on the harrowing story of Ukrainian children deported to Russia during the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The documentary, qualified for this year’s Academy Awards, tells the story of two children, seven-year-old Sasha Mezhevoy and fourteen-year-old Veronika Vlasova, who were illegally taken from Ukraine and recently freed from Russian institutions. Their testimonies, along with those of…
Bradford College has announced the extension of its partnership with Bradford City AFC for a fourth consecutive year. The renewed agreement sees the College continuing as one of the football club’s main partners and its official digital partner. The College’s branding will remain visible on the club’s digital channels, including imagery and video content, as well as throughout the University of Bradford Stadium. This long-standing collaboration has resulted in numerous positive outcomes for both organisations, with mutual support driving success in various projects. The partnership has been marked by key moments of cooperation over the years, including Bradford City AFC’s…
I-Med Claims LLC, a leader in medical billing and revenue cycle management, has announced its nationwide expansion, now offering comprehensive billing solutions to healthcare providers across all 50 US states. The company, based in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois, has been serving healthcare providers for several years, providing tailored billing services that streamline processes, improve cash flow, and reduce administrative burdens. With this new nationwide coverage, I-Med Claims LLC aims to enhance its reach and offer its expertise to practices and facilities across the country, ensuring better revenue cycles for healthcare professionals, regardless of location. A Comprehensive Approach to Medical Billing The…
Sinch, the global communications company, has released its 2025 “State of Email Deliverability” report, offering new insights into the challenges and emerging trends affecting businesses’ ability to reach customers through email. Published through its email platform Mailgun, the report analyses survey data from over 1,100 email senders worldwide and provides strategies to help organisations optimise email delivery in an increasingly competitive and regulated digital space. The survey uncovered a variety of issues impacting email deliverability, including non-compliance with recent sender requirements introduced by Google and Yahoo. These updates, implemented in 2024, aim to improve inbox security and reduce spam, but…
In a new initiative aimed at supporting educators, EZRA, a brand under the talent company LHH, has announced the expansion of its Gift of Coaching program to provide free professional coaching to 1,000 teachers across the UK and US. Partnering with Simon Sinek, renowned author and founder of The Optimism Company, the program opens for applications on 23 October and offers three months of free coaching to educators to help them manage stress, balance work-life demands, and renew their passion for teaching. Teachers face rising pressures in the classroom, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has left…
Central London witnessed a haunting scene today as five mysterious figures, dressed in traditional Celtic garb, made appearances at notable landmarks, including Bank, Millennium Bridge, and Westminster. The spectacle was part of Tourism Ireland’s campaign to share the origins of Halloween, which dates back over 2,000 years to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, celebrated on the island of Ireland. Many believe Halloween’s roots lie in American culture, yet much of the holiday’s symbolism and traditions are intertwined with ancient Irish customs. According to historians, the tradition stems from Samhain, a festival marking the end of the harvest season and…
Builds Bio+, a prominent US-based life sciences organisation, has launched its London/UK chapter, enlisting 10 founding members from leading British universities, industry leaders, and prominent real estate firms. This new chapter aims to foster innovation, growth, and collaboration across the UK and Europe, building on the organisation’s success in New York and Philadelphia. The London chapter launch represents a strategic expansion for Builds Bio+, creating an international network that will connect key players in the life sciences industry across both sides of the Atlantic. Regular virtual events are expected to enhance engagement and knowledge exchange among members in the New…