Latest Stories from Jessica
UK lawmakers get closer to legalising assisted dying
Should assisted dying be made available in the UK? Many government representatives across the nation believe so – and they’ve just moved one step closer to legalising it. Last week marked a historic shift in the contentious debate on assisted dying in the UK. For the first time in nearly a decade, MPs voted in favour of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill which, if passed, would allow...
drinking gaza cola + eating sexy collard greens
conscious consumption is en vogue Hello hello to you all 😊 Hoping this week is treating you very well. In this edition we’re spotlighting some photo-worthy moments from across this year, the secrets behind UNIQLO’s success, the aftermath of Wicked’s rocky press tour, and more. This week’s edition is all good news on purpose. We all need a little bit more of that in our lives, so let’s get into it! 📸 Time for...
age gap relationships + MAGA madness
i'd say it's getting wild, but i think this is only beginning Rain, sunshine, sleet, or snow… nothing can stop me from delivering a juicy newsletter to your inbox each Tuesday. ☃️ I awoke to abnormally loud rain tapping on my window this morning, and come to find out, the UK has been hit by a huge snow/ice storm overnight. If you’re based around here, do as I do and grab...
Are Christmas markets losing their appeal?
We’re only halfway through November, yet Christmas markets have been open across the UK for weeks already. Are these once-magical festivities becoming too blatant of a cash grab? Although the team at Thred always looks forward to our annual Winter Wonderland trip, we’re not oblivious to the fact that we’re basically queuing up to get scammed. You know the drill: cosy wooden chalets, glittering trinkets, the wafting smell of grilled sausages,...
World’s largest coral discovered thriving in the Solomon Islands
A newly discovered, 300-year-old coral located in the Pacific Ocean offers a window into our planet's history and a warning for the future. Convinced that we know all there is to learn about the natural world? Think again. Researchers from a recent Pristine Seas expedition have uncovered a natural marvel in the Solomon Islands: a colossal coral, believed to be the largest single coral organism on Earth. Spanning an massive 34...
on cancel culture + AI artists
is the digital world the modern wild west? What a week, eh? 👀 Okay… I’m aware it’s only Tuesday, but this whole daylight savings situation is really making each day feel extra long! Hopefully you’re hanging in there – if not, there’s a yummy recipe at the end of this newsletter that I’m sure will help warm you up… We’ve got a bunch of fun stuff to get into in this edition,...
Which of our favourite foods could disappear in a warmer world?
The climate crisis poses risks to all living beings on Earth, including the plants and animals we choose to feed ourselves with. Which of our favourite ingredients could disappear from menus in a warmer world? When thinking about what life might be like warmer world, we tend to focus on the immediate dangers to vulnerable communities, endangered wildlife, and natural landscapes. These factors are of immense importance as they impact our...
What sparked the violent clashes in Amsterdam?
Residents of Amsterdam witnessed violence erupting on their streets as clashes broke out between Israeli visitors and local pro-Palestine supporters. Yesterday evening, violence broke out on the streets of Amsterdam following a Europa League match between the local team Ajax and Israel’s Macaabi Tel Aviv. It is understood that the clashes erupted between visiting Israelis and local pro-Palestinian supporters. Police have confirmed that 5 people have been taken to...
a love letter
to bristol There’s a funny kind of feeling that comes with returning to a place you once lived. I experienced it when walking along the streets of Bristol this weekend, hit by a wave of sentimentality for the city where I spent my university years. It felt like coming home. Strolling through the city centre, I noticed how much – and how little – has changed. I climbed Park Street’s steep...
smoking kills + pop-up thrills
are cigarettes back? Ello chaps! 🥸 We’re back again with another newsletter, one I’m feeling super good about. This one feels spicier than usual, well-seasoned one might say, and chock full of interesting reads that I know you’ll find worthwhile. That said, we’re covering a lot of ground, including cigarette smoking’s revival and some decent advice on approaching the (tough) decision to have children. We’re also exploring the hectic US election, the...
