Climate change: warming effect of greenhouse gases ‘has been overestimated’, ice core study suggests

Antarctic ice has revealed that pre-industrial air pollution was worse than thought, suggesting climate models have overstated the warming from greenhouse gases. Key to modelling the climate of the future is understanding how the rate at which surface temperatures are likely to rise in response to greenhouse gas levels. To do this, modern climate models start … Read more

PAUL THOMAS on… face-to-face GP appointments 

PAUL THOMAS on… face-to-face GP appointments By Paul Thomas For The Daily Mail Published: 22:04 BST, 28 May 2021 | Updated: 22:14 BST, 28 May 2021 Advertisement To order a print of this Paul Thomas cartoon or one by Pugh, visit Mailpictures.newsprints.co.uk or call 0191 6030 178.  Share or comment on this article:

Russians to build Europe’s tallest building right next door to the current highest

TOP TEN TALLEST BUILDINGS IN THE WORLD  1. Burj Khalifa One of the most famous buildings along the Persian Gulf, Burj Khalifa is the tallest building in the world today, standing a mighty 828 metres (2,716 feet). The mega skyscraper, complete in 2010, boasts 163 floors, which include a hotel, a restaurant, an observation deck … Read more

SpaceX satellite plans ‘unsustainable’ warns competitor Arianespace

SpaceX is close to a ‘de-facto monopolisation’ of space due to its thousands of satellites, claims the head of European space launch firm Arianespace. The Elon Musk-owned firm has asked the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for permission to launch up to 42,000 satellites into space. They are building the ‘Starlink’ constellation that will deliver ‘reliable … Read more

Wardrobes in bloom: Brits turn to bright and bold colours when choosing their outfits after lockdown

Wardrobes in bloom: Brits turn to bright and bold colours when choosing their outfits in a reflection of the nation’s optimistic mood after lockdown British shoppers are turning to bright and bold colours when choosing outfits They are replacing their greys, browns and blacks bought during pandemic Daring colours are in the top 10 best-selling … Read more

Matt Hancock let off for ‘minor’ breach of Ministerial Code over shares in firm that won NHS work

Matt Hancock gets a slap on the wrist from watchdog for ‘minor’ breach of the Ministerial Code involving family firm which won NHS contracts while he was Health Secretary Health Secretary has shares in Topwood Ltd,run by his sister and brother-in-law Company specialises in secure storage, shredding and scanning of documents It was was awarded … Read more

Gary Lineker to step down as BT Sport’s presenter for Champions League coverage after this weekend

Gary Lineker to step down as BT Sport’s presenter for Champions League coverage after six years in the role… as he reveals plans to spend weekday evenings watching Leicester in Europe with his sons Gary Lineker will resign as BT Sport’s Champions League presenter this week His last show will be Saturday’s final between Chelsea … Read more

Toy business run by Kate Middleton’s parents records losses of more than £1million 

Toy business run by Kate Middleton’s parents records losses of more than £1million after company struggles amid the pandemic Kate Middleton’s parent’s company has recorded losses of £1million Directors said that the loses were ‘forecasted’ amid the coronavirus pandemic Middletons teamed up with new investors to develop their play and toy business By Andy Buckwell For … Read more