Singularity of a black hole

According to a global food waste index released on Thursday, some 931 million tons of food waste were generated across the world in 2019. The report, published by the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP), and UK charity WRAP, equates that to 17% of all food available to consumers. At 61%, the majority was created in households. The retail and food service sectors performed better, generating 13% and 26% respectively. The index does not factor in food loss which differs from food waste in that it occurs during production, storage or processing and never reaches the consumer. "If we want to get serious about tackling climate change, nature and biodiversity loss and pollution and waste, businesses, governments and citizens around the world have to do their part to reduce food waste." UNEP Executive Director, Inger Anderson said in a press release. The majority of food waste is generated in the home Food still fit for consumption is often thrown away Six … [Read more...] about True scale of global food waste remains unclear

KATE Middleton's mum Carole Middleton pulled out of a publicity drive for her business because she didn’t want to be “insensitive” to Prince Philip. After liaising with Prince William and Kate , she asked publishers of Good Housekeeping magazine not to promote her cover interview because she didn’t want to upset the royals whilst the 99-year-old remains in hospital. Carole's decision comes in the wake of mounting criticism for Harry and Meghan whose explosive tell-all interview with Oprah Winfrey is scheduled to air on Sunday night in the US and Monday night in the UK. Whilst their controversial two hour TV special will be aired despite the Duke's condition, Carole refused extra promotion for her business Party Pieces following the interview which was conducted in January. The news comes as Prince Philip recovers in hospital after undergoing a "successful" operation for his pre-existing heart condition. He is undergoing testing for his pre-existing heart problem … [Read more...] about Prince Philip latest – Meghan and Harry Oprah interview will STILL air despite Duke’s heart condition surgery

A RETIRED British woman living her " dream life on a farm” was allegedly beaten to death after dumping her 'jealous' toyboy lover. Tina Eyre , 62, a former legal secretary from Gloucester, was reportedly attacked with a spade by her 26-year-old partner - who then used it to dig her grave in the backgarden of her home near Sofia, Bulgaria . It is believed Tina was stalked and harassed by her suspected killer in the weeks leading to her death after he refused to accept their relationship was over. Tina, a divorcee with no children and also known as Roxanne, was found stabbed and beaten to death by a shovel, in a pool of blood in a barn at her home in Veliko Tarnovo, after neighbours became worried about her. She had not been seen for several days and had not responded to phone calls from the local post mistress, who alerted the local mayor. Two other Brit expats who lived nearby were asked to check on Tina but when they arrived they reportedly found her boyfriend … [Read more...] about Toyboy lover, 26, ‘beat Brit to death with shovel when she dumped him as he bombarded her with calls and messages’

A glass box, 25 square meters (269 square feet) in size, contains a toilet, a bed, a table and chair and a sink — nothing more. This artistic installation is a replica of a prison cell at the high-security Silivri prison in Turkey and is titled Prison of Though t. Next door, the exhibition titled T he Museum of Small Things is taking place in a part of Berlin's Maxim Gorki Theater. The show features a collection of everyday objects political prisoners may have: a telephone card, a paper airplane, black tea. In video installations, actors explain how each object is used, providing insight into the lives of the imprisoned, their solidarity, as well as their communication with one another — and their hopes. The exhibition was curated by Turkish journalist Can Dündar, along with Hakan Savas Mican. Dündar has been living in Berlin since 2016. He incurred the wrath of Turkish President Erdogan's government after reporting on arms deliveries by the Turkish intelligence service to … [Read more...] about Art in exile: A prison cell as an exhibition venue

Shaggy is best known for his music career, but now the Wasn't Me hitmaker can add travel guru to his CV. Mr Luva Luva has just bagged a gig as Chief Caribbean Officer for Virgin Holidays , which basically involves reviewing luxury resorts, exploring the beaches, taking on watersports and hanging out with the locals. He's started the job already, and has been having a Boombastic time in Antigua, giving us all major travel envy in the process. However, there's a slight hiccup; Shaggy is about to go on tour for his latest album Wah Gwaan?!. The good news? He's looking for a Brit to come and cover for him in his absence. Yep, you can basically step in his shoes and visit the beautiful resorts, relax on those iconic Caribbean beaches , and just immerse yourself in the culture. Responsibilities will include exploring as many beaches as you can, trying out Antigua's best restaurants and bars (including sampling the rum cocktails and black pineapples the island is renowned … [Read more...] about Shaggy becomes Caribbean ambassador and wants a Brit to come and review Antigua