Lifestyle
Broccoli ‘contains ingredient which could be Achilles heel of cancer’
American scientists have urged people to eat their greens after discovering the vegetable could be an effective treatment to suppress cancerous tumour growth
Steel sheets could open up a new field of business
If you work in construction then steel sheets could open up a new field of business. Increasingly, flood defences are becoming important. People living in floodplains or near coastal areas seek certainty that they can keep the water away when tides rise or floods occur. And one material that can be used to sure up sea and flood defences and prevent flooding is steel sheets. If you have a look at a flood map of Europe, you can see some areas...
This is where we have our best ideas – according to research
The best ideas are generated in BED, a study has found. Research revealed inspiration is most likely to strike either when we are just dozing off, just waking up - or in the middle of the night when we are fast asleep. More than four our of ten adults who took part in the study said they felt their bed was a conducive environment for the emergence of brilliant creativity. Going for a walk came second while listening to music...
Patients getting hooked on powerful painkiller prescribed after surgery
Controversial drug Tramadol is deemed historically 'safer' than other morphine based drugs, the medical versions of heroin
Miracle superglue heals potentially fatal wounds in seconds
When activated by UV (ultraviolet) light the 'bio-glue' immediately forms a complete seal, even on wet tissue - eliminating the need for staples or stitches.
Women more likely to reveal intimate secrets to their hairdresser than anyone else
More than half of women admit they reveal intimate secrets to their hairdresser - that they wouldn’t dare share with anyone else, it has emerged. Research revealed many females are more than happy to spill the beans in the stylist’s chair, including everything from sensitive issues such as money worries to 'coming out'. Of the 2,000 women polled in the survey one in 20 admitted they had discussed cheating on a husband, boyfriend or partner. A further 15 per cent...
Gardeners warned to look before weeding after hedgehog called Mr Chips scalped by a strimmer
Mr Chips was hit by an unknowing gardener as he was nestled in a pile of leaves, and a large section of fur and spines was ripped off.
Branded corporate woven ties
Keltic Ties is one of the main providers of woven ties in the corporate uniform arena. Providing a diverse range of corporate woven ties in a range of colours that can match our clients corporate colour scheme. We think it is important for employees to have an recognisable corporate uniform so that they have a sense of belonging and loyalty to your business. Custom Ties are well worth the investment as they give a classy smart edge with a mens...
Record number of children in need of foster homes
A record number of children are in need of foster homes, according to figures. Data released by Foster Care Associates to coincide with the launch of Foster Care Fortnight shows a huge gap in how many children need foster care, with a shortfall of 7,600 foster homes in the UK. The crisis emerged as a study found six in 10 British parents don’t feel adequately skilled enough to consider fostering a child. The independent poll of 2,000 parents revealed worries...