Understanding the sugar scandal in Nestlé’s baby food
Nestlé has found itself embroiled in a controversy surrounding the sugar content in its baby food products sold in lower and lower-middle income countries, including India. A recent investigation has uncovered a disturbing practice of adding sugar to infant cereals and milk, while keeping the products sugar-free in Nestlé's...
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Saudi forces ‘told to kill’ to clear land for The Line
Plans to build a £400 billion futuristic eco-metropolis promised an epicentre of sustainability, productivity, seamless living, and leisure for nine million people. But a whistle-blower testimony for the BBC has just uncovered the grim reality of the project, which involves human rights abuses and extrajudicial murder. Remember The Line? Part...
How is coffee being affected by the climate crisis?
Already, rising temperatures are leading to lower yields and higher prices. If global heating continues to worsen, the land suitable for coffee cultivation will halve by 2050 and the plant itself could disappear entirely by the end of the century, which would have a profound impact on the 120m...
What is Earth Day and why do we mark it every year?
Earth Day takes place on the 22nd April every year, with more than 190 countries participating around the world. What is Earth Day, and why is it a big deal? This week, the world is celebrating and participating in Earth Day, a moment taken each year to consider our...
Antarctic wildlife at risk of being ‘sunburnt’
The hole in the Earth’s ozone layer is remaining open for longer periods than previously observed. This is exposing penguins, seals, and other animals to heightened levels of harmful UV radiation. We know that temperatures are rising. We also know that summer months are becoming warmer and will continue to do...
Lloyd Martin to become youngest Down’s syndrome marathon runner
The 19-year-old will attempt a world record at the London Marathon this April, with his mum by his side. Lloyd Martin has wanted to run a marathon for years, according to his mum Ceri Hooper. Hooper has run many marathons herself, running London four times and even completing the race...
What is the controversy with electoral bonds?
India's electoral bond scheme intended to bring more transparency to political funding. It has since become engulfed in allegations of cronyism, as corporations try to buy influence from parties through anonymous cash donations. Electoral bonds allow individuals and companies to donate unlimited amounts of money to political parties through interest-free bearer bonds, issued by the State Bank of India. However, the identity of the donor is kept anonymous to all except...
Opinion – McDonald’s U-turn on Alonyal shows power of protest
The fast-food giant has decided to buy-back all 225 of its Israeli outlets. Whether progressive or performative, the move proves there’s power in protest. Since October 7th 2023, McDonalds’ global reputation has been heavily tarnished. The brand’s association with Israeli forces – which was established in the public consciousness when Alonyal Ltd, the franchise which owns nearly all of McDonalds’ Israeli outlets, provided free meals to Israeli troops – has sparked international boycotts....
Raphaël Varane’s honesty is a refreshing shift for football
The Manchester United player has opened up about the head injuries he sustained during games. Fans are commending him for an openness rarely found in the football industry. Football has become a far more inclusive and tolerant game in the past decade. At least across the UK, where racism and hooliganism have long plagued the fan culture. But the sport still struggles to embrace open discussions around wellbeing – whether...
More children drink in England than in any other country
According to a study conducted by the World Health Organisation, the UK has the worst rate of child alcohol abuse worldwide. The analysis also found that girls aged 13 and 15 in Great Britain were drinking, smoking, and vaping more than boys of the same age. The UK is notorious for its binge-drinking culture. In a 2023 survey, one in ten Brits claimed to have a toxic...
