Commentary

Buy-to-let sales rebound by 11% in November

On December 23, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Buy to let sales, or people looking to buy a place to rent out, increased almost 11% for November. This is seen as part of an overall trend across the UK in general increase. The experts are unsure if this huge uptick will continue into 2018 due to increases in stamp tax, burdens to loans […]

 

What is freezing fog? Met Office issues weather warnings for travellers

On December 23, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

There has been a thick mist in the air in the UK know as a freezing fog. This fog may greatly impact travel plans. This is a problem due to the upcoming holiday season. Unfortunately there will probably be flight cancelations and train delays. Those who have had there flights canceled will be able to […]

 

UK’s most expensive aircraft carrier leaking a reported 200 litres of sea water an hour

On December 22, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

The newest and most expensive carrier in the UK fleet is having a major leakage problem. It is reported to be losing 200 liters per hour. While this won’t stop the ship from sailing, it does present a problem of what other issues are happening on the newly commissioned ship. Costing around 3 Billion GBP, […]

 

The council that ruined Christmas! Residents on Essex estate are billed £2000 each to fix water pipes under their homes

On December 22, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Residents of an Essex estate have been experiencing water pipe problems and each of those residents will be billed £2,000 each to fix the problem. The residents learned of this just 2 weeks before christmas. The number of households to be billed are 556. The dealine of the residents to pay these bills is January […]

 

Allergic to eggs? You can now get the flu shot, new guidelines say

On December 22, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Before now it was advised not to get the flu shot if you had an egg allergy. Now it has been said that it is okay to get a flu shot even if you have an egg allergy. Millions of people get the flu and some even die from the symptoms, so having the flu […]

 

Interstellar object may hold ‘alien’ water

On December 20, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

The first known interstellar asteroid may hold water from another star system in its interior, according to a study. “It’s fascinating that the first interstellar object discovered looks so much like a tiny world from our own home system. Discovered on 19 October, the object’s speed and trajectory strongly suggested it originated beyond our Solar […]

 

Experts Say You Should Eat These Foods If You Want to Lose Weight in 2018

On December 20, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

So, after having read an article about the variety of foods to eat to lose weight, I have to say I might be on the right track. Some of the food that is recommended are the basics like bananas, kiwis and strawberries. Great, I love fruit! This article also talked about foods that are rich […]

 

Water suppliers hit with toughest ever regulation in a bid to lower bills

On December 17, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Water suppliers have been hit with the toughest ever regulation in a bid to lower the bills of everyone. There has been a bid to lower the household bills of people in order to deal with the threat that is looming concerning the nation. The screws are going to be tightened on water companies in […]

 

Napping on the job and more health and wellness tips for 2018

On December 17, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

With each new year comes many people seeking out a healthier lifestyle. According to Tony Frick, the CEO of Global Fit, there is no specific plan that is more healthier than another. He claims the true key to wellness is a plan that works for you. He encourages people to smart small, and to try […]

 

Would you drink De-Alcoholised wine?

On December 16, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

With more and more youth choosing to not drink alcoholic beverages, many businesses are creating alcohol-free drinks to meet the demand. One in five millennials do not drink alcohol, a large decrease from their older generation counterparts. Many say they do not feel the desire to drink socially, either. The popularity of mocktails has increased, […]