‘Infinite monkey theorem’ debunked by Australian mathematicians
Two Australian mathematicians say they have debunked an old adage, that if given an infinite amount of time, a monkey pressing keys on a typewriter would eventually write the complete…
GPs, care homes and hospices voice concern over Budget tax rises
Getty Images GPs, care homes and hospices have voiced concerns about the impact of the rise in employer National Insurance contributions announced in the Budget. The NHS and rest of…
Wild swimmer says ‘drug pollution in water poses risk to my health’
Jo Broughton Jo Broughton used to enjoy wild swimming before she read the findings of a study by the University of York Thousands of people will march on London on…
‘It’s important to take the shame from bulimia’
Courtesy of Crush Music Marina says at one point her throat was so damaged she couldn’t sing Marina Diamandis has released five albums – but she’s writing like she never…
Snapchat most-used app for online grooming, says NSPCC
Getty Images The messaging app Snapchat is the most widely-used platform for online grooming, according to police figures supplied to the children’s charity the NSPCC. More than 7,000 Sexual Communication…
Charli XCX’s Brat crowned Collins Dictionary word of the year
Getty Images Singer Caity Baser showed her brat credentials while performing in London in August, at Gunnersbury Park Brat is a word you’ve probably seen just about everywhere over the…
‘Markets turn on Reeves’ and ‘rising sickness claims bill’
The fallout from the Budget delivered on Wednesday continues to dominate the front pages. The Financial Times says the government’s borrowing costs rose to their highest level this year on…
Boeing makes new 38% pay rise offer to striking workers
Striking Boeing workers are set to vote on a new offer from the aviation giant, which includes a 38% pay rise over the next four years. The International Association of…
The house paints that promise much more than colour
Juan Botero Juan Botero and his Halloween front door The door of Juan Botero’s apartment in Houston, Texas is made of wood – with a classy, walnut-like finish. But, for…
As US votes, Ukraine’s future hangs in balance
Getty Images Russian shelling in Zaporizhzhia As she sweeps up broken glass outside her shop, Inna knows her country’s future is in the hands of Americans voting more than 5,000…