Latest Stories from Jessica
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...
Scientists believe live bacteria could be eating ocean plastic
It’s hard to believe any living thing could survive on a diet consisting of plastic, but new research has revealed that certain bacteria have found a way to ingest ocean pollution – making it disappear altogether. If you’ve been visiting Thred for a while, you’re likely well-versed in how serious our global plastic pollution problem is. We have written a ton about how the 12 million tons of plastic dumped into...
Why ‘debt-for-nature’ swaps are the future of climate finance
Many developing countries are deep in financial debt. More often than not, however, they are rich in biodiversity. An increasingly popular climate agreement could enable them to minimise the debt they owe to wealthy nations – as long as the money saved is placed into environmental protection and adaptation projects. Levels of debt in low-income and developing nations are steadily rising. This is a result of regularly borrowing money from wealthy...
These shoes are made from upcycled sex toys
Finding fresh ways to use old materials will be the challenge that defines our generation. We need to drastically reduce the constant production of virgin plastics and polymers, especially in fashion, which is why one sustainable clothing brand started turning sex toys into shoes. When it comes to upcycling in order to get closer to our sustainable living goals, no material can be off-limits. That includes materials previously used to make...
New York’s notorious prison could be transformed into a green hub
The local council has planned to close New York’s most notorious prison by 2027. In efforts to decarbonise the state, designers have put forward ideas to turn Riker’s Island into a green energy hub. Over the years, Riker’s Island – a 400-acre piece of land located between the Bronx and Queens – has gained a reputation for being home to one of the world’s most brutal prisons. Most people know about...
