Latest Stories from Jessica
You decide – should violent incels be considered terrorists?
The UK’s deadliest mass shooting since 2010 has sparked a debate about whether participation in violent incel culture should be regarded as a form of terrorism. Two weeks ago, a gunman named Jake Davison open fired in Plymouth, killing five people - including his own mother and a 3-year-old girl - before turning the weapon on himself. Looking for a motive, police searched the shooter’s home, finding evidence on his computer...
Musicians are taking a stance against posthumous albums
Could we begin to see more musicians following two artists’ decision to block album releases after their death? Last week, Lana Del Rey shared a photo of Anderson .Paak’s newest tattoo, which states that none of his demos should be released as an album in the event of his death. Lana stated that her coinciding wish will be placed in her will, making the request a legal requirement. This may sound a...
Opinion – UK government is not taking climate change seriously
The World Wildlife Foundation found a major government discrepancy using its new ‘budget tagging tool’ which measures the impact of policy decisions on the environment. A spring budget report has revealed that the UK government is spending more on activity that increases greenhouse gas emissions than the amount it has allocated for tackling climate change. Dated March 2021, the statement showed that only £145 million of the government’s budget was assigned...
Yayoi Kusama pumpkin worth $3 million washed out to sea
One of Japan’s most iconic pieces of modern art was badly damaged after being swept out to sea by a strong storm. You might think you don’t know who Yayoi Kusama is, but chances are you’ve seen one of the Japanese artists’ pieces online or even in person. At 90 years old, Yayoi is one of the most in demand artists of her generation, creating installations which are both unique and...
Airline swaps traditional uniform for tailored suits and sneakers
SkyUp is ditching tight skirts and heels for a modern, comfortable uniform. The design incorporates subtle details that signal tradition. Have you ever boarded a long-haul flight in a full tracksuit, only to be attended to by a perfectly manicured flight crew in tight skirts and high heels? The uniform feels somewhat outdated in an era where people are experimenting with oversized styles for cosy, lived in aesthetics - and casual...
Cosmetic animal testing could return to the UK
A policy which banned animal testing for cosmetic products in 1998 could be reversed to verify the safety of popular ingredients in makeup and skincare. Animal testing has been considered a controversial practice since the 1960s. While it is generally accepted in global scientific research for the purpose of developing prescription medicine, using live creatures to test the safety of beauty products is largely viewed as unethical. For that reason, more than...
Boohoo to give factory tours amid exploitation allegations
The fast fashion giant is giving the public a look inside its Leicester supply chain upon special request. Fast fashion retailer Boohoo is in hot water once again due to fresh accusations of sourcing their clothing materials from factories which engage in exploitative practices. The company is part of a fashion group which owns other popular brands such as Nasty Gal, Misspap, and PrettyLittleThing. The most recent allegations come from an identity-protected...
Hundreds gather in Brixton to call for Windrush reparations
The UK’s handling of immigration is riddled with scandals, but few are as shocking as the experiences and treatment of the Windrush generation. Last weekend, hundreds of people assembled to block off Brixton Road in London – holding signs, playing music, and giving speeches to call for further action addressing the Windrush scandal. The lively but peaceful protest banded together in solidarity with a celebration for African Independence Day, commemorating the...
California’s new laws could change America’s farm industry
Stricter regulations in California will improve environments where farmed animals are raised. Some fear bacon shortages, while others welcome a nationwide change. Americans may be divided on many matters, but love for bacon is not one of them. 255 million pounds of pork are used by Californian restaurants and grocery shops each month, a market which makes up 15 percent of the country’s total consumption. In recent years, raised awareness of the...
Greenland ice sheet melts 8.5bn tonnes in a single day
On Tuesday, enough ice melted in Greenland to cover the state of Florida with 5cm of water. Two days later, another 8.4bn tonnes was lost. Greenland’s ice cover is melting at an alarming rate this summer, with temperatures reaching a record high of 19.8 degrees Celsius. The Danish government, which rules Greenland, has been providing updates on the ice’s structure via its Polar Portal Ice Monitoring website. The amount of water...
