Latest Stories from Jessica
Opinion – Rihanna’s halftime show radiated women’s empowerment
In the lead-up to the Super Bowl halftime show, fan excitement grew with the possibility of hearing long-awaited new music from Rihanna. I’d argue that what we got was even better. It will come as a surprise to absolutely no one that I thought Rihanna’s Super Bowl halftime performance was flawless. The Barbados-born icon, who has been on a musical hiatus for most of the last decade, finally re-emerged on one...
How rare elements dig threatens Sweden’s Indigenous communities
While mining for iron ore, a Swedish company came across the largest deposit of rare earth elements ever found in Europe. It could offer a huge boost to the continent’s green sector in the future but will likely have serious repercussions for the nation’s Ingenious communities. When Swedish iron ore miners from LKAB went to work last month, they might have thought they had just another series of ordinary...
Bill Gates defends private jet use despite being a climate activist
In a recent BBC interview, Bill Gates brushed off allegations that he’s a hypocrite for preaching about the climate crisis while owning at least four private jets which he uses to travel for humanitarian work on a regular basis. Oh, billionaires. Will they ever really get it? Even those who look most grounded from the outside appear to be deluded about the way their extraordinary lifestyles have an impact on the...
Earthquake relief teams reach Syria as searches continue in Turkey
Emergency and rescue services from around the world are on the ground in Turkey in the wake of the deadliest natural disaster in a century. This morning, the first convoys reached affected areas of Syria, but major hurdles stand in the way of reaching millions who need help. Today marks three days since a 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit the South-eastern region of Turkey. Powerful quakes were also felt across Syria,...
Opinion – Capsule collections are the future of fashion
In the age of cheaply priced fast fashion, buy-now-pay-later schemes, and constant advertising both on and offline, there’s nothing more tempting than buying a new outfit for every special occasion. But once you see the value in having a curated capsule collection, I promise you’ll never look back. There’s never been a bigger selection of fashion brands to shop from. The boom of e-commerce during the pandemic presented an opportunity for...
Australia’s $5 banknote will replace monarch portrait for Indigenous figures
Most Commonwealth nations have the UK’s ruling monarch featured on their banknotes. However, after the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, Australia has decided it will update its $5 note – its last with a monarch on it – to honour its Indigenous history. The passing of Queen Elizabeth II signalled the end of a long-running era. For nations in the Commonwealth, such as Australia, the event reignited debates over whether...
What was the point of China’s big floating balloon?
The US Armed Forces have shot down a gigantic flying balloon, now known to be linked to China, that was hovering in its airspace for a number of days. As intelligence services analyse the debris, questions are arising about what it could mean for the two nations’ already complicated relationship. Over the weekend, reports that a gigantic spy balloon was floating across American soil created the perfect cocktail for...
Juice cleanses aren’t the holistic venture many think they are
Juice detoxes, cleanses – whatever you want to call them – are not backed up by any scientific research. So why do people claim to feel better when doing them? The truth, while common sense, is often shrouded by wellness jargon. ‘I’m doing a cleanse’ your friend declares, before sipping from a bottle filled with broccoli-coloured liquid. ‘I saw it on TikTok.’ You momentarily wonder when the last time they chewed...
The number of journalists killed while on the job rose in 2022
When political conflict erupts anywhere in the world, journalists and media teams pack their gear and bravely head out to report on it. The news is not something the public should take for granted, especially as the dangers have spiked over the last year. Journalism can be an extremely rewarding profession. It’s one that enables the writer to stay up to date with world events while becoming an expert on a...
Why London’s Ultra-Low Emission Zone is already controversial
Drivers of high-emission vehicles will have to cough up the cash if they want to travel within London’s newly expanded Ultra-Low Emission Zone. With the area including circular roads and numerous residential areas, the city’s mayor is receiving a lot of pushback from locals, business owners, and councils. If you’ve recently moved to England’s capital or have ever visited, chances are you were shocked to find the inside of your...
