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Secret artist hiding glass heart treasures across Medway

An anonymous artist is spreading happiness and kindness by hiding glass hearts around Medway for people to find during this dark lockdown. As the hearts are made from glass, they can be easily sanitised and are small enough to keep…

Outrage grows amongst university students in accommodation row

Around 30% of university students live in private rented accommodation, according to House of Commons 2020 Library data. Many of whom make up this figure are continuing to pay their rent, even if they are not staying at their accommodation….

The education gap continues to grow as online learning becomes the norm

As many classrooms stand empty some people are trying to spread the word of the damage the pandemic is causing for education. Schools have been forced to close their doors once again, leaving millions of children across the country to…

The rise of anti-vaxx content: ‘Harmful to society’ according to experts

Anti-vaccine (anti-vaxx) groups continue to rise in numbers on social media despite new calls to block such accounts. The content of these accounts consists of content that actively discourages the taking of vaccines. In a crucial time like now, where…

Medway Council deny Universal Credit motion

Last night, a motion to mount pressure onto the Government regarding Universal Credit was defeated. This motion was made in response to the successful non-binding vote on the issue of extending a £20 increase in Universal Credit put forward in…

Cervical cancer patient urges women to attend smear tests

New figures reveal that one in ten women have delayed getting a smear test because of concerns about going to the doctor during the Covid pandemic. As part of Cervical Cancer Awareness Week, one woman who, after being diagnosed herself,…

LUNCHTIME BULLETIN TOP STORIES

The Government are looking to pay £500 to everyone with Covid-19 in England, in order to support the self-isolation scheme. It is among the suggestions in a leaked document from the Department of Health dated 19th January, and marked ‘Official…

Today In History: Kobe Bryant makes history with 81 point game

Fifteen years ago today, Kobe Bryant scored 81 points for the Los Angeles Lakers, becoming the second highest scoring individual game in NBA history. His 81 points places him nicely in second position behind Wilt Chamberlain and his 100 point…

The 2021 US Presidential Inauguration

TRUMP LEFT THE WHITE HOUSE AND IS BELIEVED TO HAVE WRITTEN A NOTE FOR BIDEN President Donald J. Trump left the White House on Wednesday morning for the last time as the commander in chief after four years that shook the nation. He…