The British Social Attitudes survey has reported a new low in public satisfaction with the NHS, with only 24% expressing satisfaction in 2023, down from a high of 70% in 2010. Concerns over waiting times and staff shortages were cited as major factors contributing to this decline. The survey, conducted since 1983 by the National…
With a blend of celebrities, live performances, and media collaborations, motorsport race weekends are revolutionizing the Sports Entertainment industry, as highlighted by Charlie Brown of The Romans during The Drum’s entertainment focus week. Formula E and Formula 1 are currently experiencing a surge in popularity and excitement in 2024. The focus is no longer solely…
Jade Skea’s harrowing story of abuse and survival at the hands of Kim Avis, a charismatic street trader, captivated the town of Inverness and beyond. What began as a teenage infatuation with Avis turned into a decade-long nightmare of control and abuse. Avis, known for his charity fundraising and ambitious feats like swimming Loch Ness,…
A Japanese diaper company, Oji Holdings, has made the decision to cease production of baby diapers in Japan and shift its focus to the adult diaper market. This move comes as Japan faces a record low birth rate and an increasingly aging population. Sales of adult diapers have outpaced those for infants in Japan for…
Barclays bank has successfully restored payments after its app experienced an outage. The disruption caused frustration among customers, but the bank acted quickly to resolve the issue. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of reliable banking services in today’s digital age. Barclays bank, founded in London in 1690, has a long history…
The Israeli military continued its bombing campaign in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, despite a United Nations resolution calling for a cease-fire during the holy month of Ramadan being passed the day before. Over 60 targets were struck by Israeli fighter jets in Gaza, with forces also operating in central Gaza, where they claimed to…
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris made a strong case for their Health care agenda during a visit to North Carolina, highlighting the ongoing battle between Democrats and Republicans over access to care. The White House views health care as a winning issue, especially in light of recent challenges faced by Biden on…
