ps Air pollution drops by 40% in some UK cities as transport use cut by coronavirus lockdown, study shows By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-23T11:41:00Z Air pollution levels have dropped by more than 40 per cent in a number of UK cities as transport use plummets during the coronavirus lockdown, studies have shown. Full Article
ps New stamps mark 75th anniversary of end of Second World War By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T01:09:16Z A new set of stamps is being issued to mark the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. Full Article
ps London filmmaker claps for 24 hours straight to raise funds for NHS By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T12:49:44Z Jack Peagam is livestreaming the event on Facebook Full Article
ps Grant Shapps denies coronavirus test website crashed as essential workes applied for screenings By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T17:21:40Z But speaking at the daily Covid-19 Downing Street press conference, Mr Shapps revealed that there was popular demand for the test slots with 16,000 people registering on Friday morning alone. Around 5,000 also got home test kits. While around 46,000 had tried to apply through the site. Full Article
ps Food For London Now: Shut, but faith groups still helping vulnerable thanks to the Felix Project By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-25T11:33:00Z You can donate here virginmoneygiving.com/fund/FoodforLondonNOW Full Article
ps Donald Trump skips White House coronavirus briefing saying they are 'not worth the time and effort' By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-26T07:16:00Z Donald Trump skipped the latest White House coronavirus briefing tweeting the event is "not worth the time and effort". Full Article
ps Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer steps up demand for lockdown 'exit strategy': the British public deserve to be treated like adults By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-26T08:07:00Z Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has called for a coronavirus lockdown "exit strategy" with the Government facing increasing pressure to reveal its next steps. Full Article
ps Sir John Timpson warns some High Street retailers won't survive Covid-19 lockdown By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-27T10:50:00Z Warning from head of High Street chain comes as retailers across the UK feel the financial pinch of coronavirus restrictions Full Article
ps Flamingos 'form long-lasting friendships and some behave like married couples', new research shows By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-27T20:19:00Z Flamingos form long-lasting friendships and some "behave like married couples", according to new research. Full Article
ps Captain Tom Moore's 100th birthday Spitfire flypast WILL go ahead, Grant Shapps insists By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-28T07:33:00Z Biggin Hill Heritage Hangar said it would instead fly The Spirit of Kent on a circuit around the Biggin Hill airfield at 8pm on Thursday, to coincide with the nation's weekly "Clap for our Carers" event. Full Article
ps Scotland advises people to wear face masks in shops and on transport in policy U-turn By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-28T11:52:00Z The Scottish Government has recommended wearing face masks in enclosed public spaces like shops and public transport to stop the spread of coronavirus. Full Article
ps Royal Mail scraps Saturday letter deliveries until further notice due to coronavirus pandemic By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-28T16:59:00Z Royal Mail has stopped Saturday letter deliveries across the UK until further notice to "ease the additional burden" on staff caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Full Article
ps Belgians urged to keep eating chips during coronavirus lockdown to help country's potato industry By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-28T20:52:00Z The trade association for the national potato industry in Belgium has urged the population to keep eating chips during lockdown to help support farmers. Full Article
ps The Londoner: Rebellion in the ranks? XR activist ups climate ante By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-29T08:30:00Z In today's Diary: XR activist says politicians aren't scared enough of the movement / Avgeeks make plane food at home / Sara Britcliffe's slight omission / Ellie Reeves on a positive of remote working Full Article
ps South Korea fire: At least 38 killed as blaze rips through construction site near Seoul By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-29T20:13:00Z At least 38 people have died after a devastating fire broke out at a construction site near South Korea's capital, Seoul. Full Article
ps Donald Trump ramps up attack on WHO's coronavirus response as he brands agency 'pipe organ' for China By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-29T20:45:00Z Donald Trump has accused the World Health Organisation (WHO) of being a "pipe organ" for China during the coronavirus pandemic. Full Article
ps Fifth of retailers do not plan to reopen after lockdown, MPs told By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-30T11:42:00Z A fifth of high street stores plan to stay closed permanently after the coronavirus lockdown lifts, retail leaders have told MPs. Full Article
ps Care home nurse's quick-thinking helps save lives of 13 dementia patients displaying coronavirus symptoms By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-01T14:18:00Z A care home nurse used the knowledge she gained during the swine flu outbreak to help save the lives of 13 dementia patients who were displaying symptoms of the coronavirus. Full Article
ps Thames ships join ports across world to sound horns for 1.2m workers stuck at sea due to coronavirus pandemic By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-01T14:49:00Z Ships on the River Thames joined hundreds of vessels worldwide to sound their horns for 1.2 million "unsung heroes" stuck at sea during the coronavirus travel restrictions. Full Article
ps Jeffrey Epstein visited Harvard dozens of times after conviction By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-02T09:41:30Z Sex offender Jeffrey Epstein visited Harvard University dozens of times after his conviction - and was even given his own office. Full Article
ps UK coronavirus death toll jumps by 621 as total hits more than 28,000 By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-02T12:18:00Z The number of people who have died in UK hospitals after testing positive for coronavirus has jumped by 621, Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick has said. Full Article
ps UK coronavirus LIVE: Pubs 'should be avoided after lockdown' as Covid-19 death toll jumps to more than 28,000 By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-02T20:39:00Z Pub visits should be avoided even after coronavirus restrictions are lifted, England's deputy chief medical officer has indicated. Full Article
ps NHS coronavirus contact tracing app to be rolled out at end of May after Isle of Wight trial, Grant Shapps says By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-03T07:39:00Z The NHS coronavirus contact tracing app will be trialled in the Isle of Wight this week before being rolled out more widely later this month, the Transport Secretary said. Full Article
ps Greater testing capacity earlier would have reduced coronavirus deaths, Grant Shapps says By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-03T08:38:00Z Fewer people would have died from coronavirus in the UK if the country had greater testing capacity sooner, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has said. Full Article
ps UK coronavirus death toll in hospitals jumps by 315 By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-03T12:39:00Z The number of people who have died after testing positive for coronavirus in the UK has jumped by 315. Full Article
ps UK coronavirus LIVE: Brits should expect 'new normal' until vaccine is developed as death toll jumps by 315 By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-03T19:58:00Z Brits may have to accept a "new normal" with social distancing measures remaining in place until a vaccine is available, Michael Gove has suggested. Full Article
ps Schools after lockdown: Education experts on social distancing, PPE for teachers and the psychological impact on children By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-04T08:44:00Z Headteachers are planning for life after the lockdown to ensure the return to school will be safe for all children and staff. Full Article
ps Bikers fined for 200-mile round trip to buy fish and chips during coronavirus lockdown By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-04T17:01:00Z Full Article
ps Car sales almost wiped out as registrations collapse to lowest level for 74 years amid coronavirus crisis By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-05T03:01:22Z New car sales were almost wiped out last month as the the number of registrations collapsed to their lowest level for 74 years. Full Article
ps Kevin Phillips's wife Julie released without charge after attempted murder arrest following stabbing By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-05T04:51:36Z The wife of former Premier League footballer Kevin Phillips has been released without charge after being arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a stabbing. Full Article
ps Thousands of London restaurants and bars 'on brink of collapse as they do not qualify for Government's emergency grants' By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-05T08:38:28Z Campaign launched to increase threshold on rateable value to help struggling businesses Full Article
ps China's UK ambassador says 'attacks from MPs' over spread of coronavirus 'will poison relations if unchecked' By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-05T11:00:07Z China's ambassador to the UK has criticised MPs for "attacking" China over the coronavirus outbreak. Full Article
ps UK must 'get to grips' with Covid-19 death toll in care homes, expert Dame Angela McLean says By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-05T15:30:00Z The ONS total is 34% higher than the Department of Health total. Full Article
ps Italy gets first glimpse of what life could look like when coronavirus lockdown lifts and restaurants re-open By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-05T18:44:54Z Italy has already taken its first steps towards easing lockdown restrictions and now the country has revealed how restaurants could look once they re-open. Full Article
ps Police hunt 'deplorable' thugs who stole laptops and TVs from Royal Derby hospital at front line of virus By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-06T14:06:46Z Full Article
ps Food For London Now faces: 'The Felix Project directly helps counter malnutrition and poor health for people of all ages' By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-08T05:50:00Z Felix Project volunteer Carrie Hogan shares her story You can donate here virginmoneygiving.com/fund/FoodforLondonNOW Full Article
ps Next steps of UK lockdown 'to include face masks at work, more cycle lanes and visitor quarantine' By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-09T06:32:00Z UK arrivals could be told to self-isolate for 14-days PM will reportedly recommend face masks while at work or on public transport More money will be set aside for cycle lanes to limit rush hour travel Full Article
ps WASSAMATTA, Chuckles?! Sen. Chuck 'the Schmuck' Schumer just LOSES it after U.S. drops their case against Flynn By twitchy.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 13:27:55 Z Full Article <![CDATA[Democrats]]> <![CDATA[Sen. Chuck Schumer]]> <![CDATA[Flynn]]> <![CDATA[Trump 2020]]>
ps COVID-19 wallops meat plant workers; shortages hit shelves, fast food By arstechnica.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 20:58:12 +0000 Consumers are starting to see meat shortages after thousands of workers fall ill. Full Article Science beef CDC COVID-19 Infectious disease Meat outbreak poultry public health SARS-CoV-2 tyson
ps Nature crisis: 'Insect apocalypse' more complicated than thought By news.yahoo.com Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2020 15:10:59 -0400 The health of insect populations globally is far more varied than previous research suggested. Full Article
ps Covid-19: the psychology of conspiracy theories By www.theguardian.com Published On :: 2020-05-05T04:00:26Z With false information linking the coronavirus to 5G telecoms or Chinese labs being widely shared on social media, Ian Sample speaks to social psychologist Dr Daniel Jolley about why the pandemic is such fertile ground for conspiracy theories Continue reading... Full Article Psychology Telecommunications industry Social media Science Coronavirus outbreak Infectious diseases Health
ps He cleans 'COVID rooms' in the ICU — and keeps dying patients company By www.cbc.ca Published On :: Sat, 9 May 2020 09:56:58 EDT Most are doing their best to avoid other people's germs right now. But for cleaners and those who get rid of that trash, they're coming into contact with COVID-19 every shift. Full Article News/Canada/Hamilton
ps Pakistan army: Roadside bomb in remote area kills 6 troops By news.yahoo.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 13:04:26 -0400 Full Article
ps Ajit Pai uses bad data to claim ISPs are deploying broadband to everyone By arstechnica.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 19:48:28 +0000 Pai’s “baffling” report ignores broadband gaps and high prices, Democrats say. Full Article Biz & IT Policy ajit pai broadband FCC
ps Caddy offers TLS, HTTPS, and more in one dependency-free Go Web server By arstechnica.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 12:56:05 +0000 We put Caddy 2.0.0 head to head against a ranking heavyweight, Apache 2.4.41. Full Article Biz & IT Tech Apache caddy Ubuntu webserver
ps US military is furious at FCC over 5G plan that could interfere with GPS By arstechnica.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 16:37:39 +0000 FCC accuses military of “baseless fear-mongering” in fight over Ligado network. Full Article Biz & IT Policy FCC GPS ligado
ps Flamingos form lasting friendships and 'choose to hang out' with each other, scientists learn By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-14T13:19:00Z 'It seems - like humans - flamingos form social bonds for a variety of reasons,' researcher says Full Article
ps Kingdom Hearts 3 PS4, $9.99 at Best Buy [EXPIRED] By www.cheapassgamer.com Published On :: Tue, 07 Apr 2020 22:34:57 +0000 https://www.bestbuy.com/site/kingdom-hearts-iii-standard-edition-playstation-4/9497135.p?skuId=9497135 Full Article
ps Slay the Spire (PS4) - $8.99, (Switch) - $21.99 at Best Buy By www.cheapassgamer.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Apr 2020 14:38:24 +0000 I'm surprised this hasn't been mentioned yet since its been going on for a few days now. Great game. Price before GCU. Slay the Spire (PS4) - $8.99 https://www.bestbuy.com/site/slay-the-spire-standard-edition-playstation-4/6379879.p?skuId=6379879 Slay the Spire (Switch) - $21.99 https://www.bestbuy.com/site/slay-the-spire-standard-edition-nintendo-switch/6379876.p?skuId=6379876 Full Article
ps Dragon Ball Z Kakarot $35 Gamestop Deal of the Day PS4/Xbox By www.cheapassgamer.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Apr 2020 18:04:14 +0000 As stated in the thread title https://www.gamestop.com/collection/dragon-ball-z-kakarot Didn’t see it posted and decided to post it in case someone was waiting for it to drop --> Full Article