Just over a year since the western forces left Afghanistan and the Taliban took control, millions of children have been left restricted and foodless. According to the World Food Programme, 22.8 million people faced acute food insecurity in Afghanistan in June 2021, and 8.7 million faced emergency levels of food insecurity[1]. But conflict and restrictions mean that experts predict even more Afghans currently face hunger. Women and girls have been unable to attend high school or work outside of the realm of domestic housework since last year, meaning that children without fatherly figures are forced into dangerous labour at a…
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Hindus are urging all museums and art galleries of the United Kingdom (UK) to undertake thorough provenance research of Hindu artefacts, and if proved stolen, return these to Hindu temples they originally belonged to. Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) today, said that UK museums and art galleries should make sure that their commitments to ethical standards were fully met and publish a definite timeline for completing the provenance investigations. Zed, who is President of Universal Society of Hinduism, urged all museums and art galleries of UK (including British Museum, Victoria and Albert, Tate group, Kelvingrove,…
The Mayor of Walsall Council, Councillor Rose Martin has issued the following statement: Following the very sad news today of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen, I want to extend my condolences to the Royal Family at this extremely sad time. As a mark of respect Walsall Council flags have been lowered to half-mast and will remain so from today until after the funeral. Plans are being put in place to enable Walsall residents to pay their respects. As the Royal Household releases more information Walsall Council will update residents. My thoughts, like many people in Walsall, are with…
Just over a year since the western forces left Afghanistan and the Taliban took control, millions of children have been left restricted and foodless. According to the World Food Programme, 22.8 million people faced acute food insecurity in Afghanistan in June 2021, and 8.7 million faced emergency levels of food insecurity[1]. But conflict and restrictions mean that experts predict even more Afghans currently face hunger. Women and girls have been unable to attend high school or work outside of the realm of domestic housework since last year, meaning that children without fatherly figures are forced into dangerous labour at a…
In recent years, the cost of energy has been on the rise in England. The main sources of this increase are falling oil prices and increased taxes on energy. This has led to an increase in the price of electricity, gas, and coal, as well as an increase in the price of petrol. Energy bills are on the rise in England and Wales, according to latest figures released by the Office of Gas and Electricity Markets (Ofgem). The average domestic energy bill in England and Wales has increased by 9% over the past three years, reaching £1,182 in 2017. The…
The Motor Ombudsman is pleased to announce the launch of its 2022 Star Awards covering both the Garage Star and Customer Service Star accolades. The annual competition was introduced in 2020 to allow consumers to nominate a staff member or a business that is accredited to The Motor Ombudsman for going the extra mile to assist them during the past 12 months. Close to 1,100 nominations were received from motorists across the country in last year’s competition, which saw The Garage (Whitburn) in Scotland crowned the National Garage Star. With the contest once again open for entries from motorists until…
Taking the plunge to truly achieve the ‘tribe vibe’, Tribera becomes one of the first Midlands agencies to welcome the change Award-winning marketing agency, Tribera, has converted to a four-day working week, following a successful trial during the month of March. The Birmingham-based agency is now leading the way for other marketing agencies across the UK – from both a business and employee perspective. With a boost in productivity, enhanced wellbeing, and heightened morale within its team, without sacrificing client deliverables and profit, the agency is proud to announce its new four-day week schedule. Taking a ‘tribe’ centred approach, Tribera’s directors…
Taking the plunge to truly achieve the ‘tribe vibe’, Tribera becomes one of the first Midlands agencies to welcome the change Award-winning marketing agency, Tribera, has converted to a four-day working week, following a successful trial during the month of March. The Birmingham-based agency is now leading the way for other marketing agencies across the UK – from both a business and employee perspective. With a boost in productivity, enhanced wellbeing, and heightened morale within its team, without sacrificing client deliverables and profit, the agency is proud to announce its new four-day week schedule. Taking a ‘tribe’ centred approach, Tribera’s directors…
The deadly monsoon season is a serious climate catastrophe that has caused around 1000 deaths since mid-June. The current flood condition in Pakistan is leaving people stranded and in need of assistance. Over 2 million people have been displaced, and the flood impacted over 20 million. The Pakistani government has urged people to stay away from areas that are considered hazardous, but this warning is not being heeded by many. The flooding has become so widespread that the Pakistani military is now being called to help with relief efforts. People are hoping for a miracle to end the deadly flood…
The deadly monsoon season is a serious climate catastrophe that has caused around 1000 deaths since mid-June. The current flood condition in Pakistan is leaving people stranded and in need of assistance. Over 2 million people have been displaced, and the flood impacted over 20 million. The Pakistani government has urged people to stay away from areas that are considered hazardous, but this warning is not being heeded by many. The flooding has become so widespread that the Pakistani military is now being called to help with relief efforts. People are hoping for a miracle to end the deadly flood…