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English National Trust to give employees ‘Mediterranean work hours’ with long lunch break because of climate change
The National Trust, which protects and maintains heritage locations across the UK, is set to give employees a Mediterranean-inspired work schedule with longer lunch breaks, citing fluctuating temperatures due to climate change.
Aug 25, 2021 12:12
Global warming hitting Russia much harder than rest of world, experts warn, with temperatures rising faster than global average
The average temperature in Russia has risen by 0.51C in just ten years, compared to the global average of 0.18C. That's according to the head of Moscow’s Geophysical Observatory, who spoke of huge consequences for the country.
Apr 13, 2021 11:53
Cost of sanctions: German industry hit hard by anti-Russia measures, survey shows
Around a half of German businesses polled by one of the nation’s largest economic think tanks, the Ifo Institute, want the EU to lift sanctions against Russia, as the restrictions have hit the German industrial sector hard.
Jan 23, 2021 13:21
Over half of Russians say Syrian conflict can develop into new world war
The percentage of Russians who fear that the current conflict in Syria could develop into a global war has increased from 48 to 57 in less than two years, but experts explain this by natural deviations.
May 16, 2018 15:33
London trading could be driven by advance inside knowledge of official data – report
An analysis of official trading data suggests some London-based investors may be trading with advanced knowledge of sensitive economic reports before they are released to public.
Mar 14, 2017 16:52
Florida shooting: 2 confirmed killed, 14-17 injured at Club Blu nightclub in Ft. Myers
At least two people have been killed and as many as 17 injured in a shooting at a nightclub in Fort Myers in western Florida. The incident took place during a ‘teen night’, with a local hospital stating that one of those hurt is only 12 years old.
Jul 25, 2016 08:00
ISIS driving Toyotas a little too often, US Treasury wonders why
ISIS has many faults, but it sure knows a good car when it sees one. The US Treasury is now pressing Toyota about why so many of its vehicles are being driven around by the terrorist group, as evidenced in their propaganda videos.
Oct 7, 2015 16:23
Russia-China ties at highest level in history – Putin
Russia-China cooperation has reached its highest level ever, Russian President Vladimir Putin has said in an interview with Chinese media on the eve of his visit to Shanghai, where a record package of documents is expected to be signed by the two nations.
May 18, 2014 20:06
US honeybee population suffers 'unsustainable' death rate over the winter
Nearly one quarter of the US honeybee population died over the winter, according to an annual survey. Beekeepers report the losses remain higher than they consider sustainable, and the death rate could soon affect the country’s food supply.
May 16, 2014 20:11
Fasten your seatbelts: Climate change to increase flight turbulence
Air travel will get rockier as global warming worsens, according to a British study, but airlines may be unprepared for the changes, which include more passenger injuries, pricier tickets and longer travel times.
Apr 9, 2013 09:49