Most polluted cities in Europe - air quality map

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 11/20/2020 - 8:01pm

Even though the European countries have specified the common goals in the Paris Agreement back in 2015, many of them still have a long way to go. Which are the most polluted cities in Europe and why?

The Paris Agreement - what has it changes?

In December 2015, during the climate conference in Paris (COP21), a significant decision was made. The agreement that tied over 190 countries in a common aim - to stop climate change - was the first such a settlement ever made in history. The formal ratification, introduced on the 4th of November 2016, has obliged the EU members and other...

5 Reasons to Become an Awesome Teacher

Authored by BHTNews.com
Posted: Fri, 11/20/2020 - 6:32pm

Here are a few reasons for Tradewind Education why you should strive to become a great teacher.

1. The Opportunity To Share Your Passion

This is rather something to aim for than a prerequisite. Who didn't need to put up with teachers who didn't appear to be enthusiastic about doing their job? The best teachers, however, particularly the ones who know how to motivate their students to learn , are usually also the ones who are really passionate about their job and about the things they teach. Such teachers may simply love math, or acknowledge the importance of the match in...

7 Tips for a Better Kitchen

Authored by BHTNews.com
Posted: Fri, 11/20/2020 - 6:23pm

You have been thinking about your kitchen but you don’t know how to get started. There are different design elements that you can use in changing the overall feel and look of your home.

You might be surprised at how simple and cost-effective some of the improvements are going to be. If you have a big budget, you can consider incorporating larger projects, like reconfiguring the entire space.

A better kitchen is more than just about cosmetics. It can help you get a more efficient layout that enhances your experience in the kitchen.

Below are some of the ways to...

New city homelessness service opens its doors in Exeter

A newly refurbished homelessness service in Exeter is set to provide much-needed short-term accommodation for the city’s homeless.

Having opened in Howell Road this week, it will offer 11 bedrooms and communal facilities for homeless adults and those at risk of being made homeless.

Run by Sanctuary Supported Living , the building has been fully refurbished with a new kitchen, bathrooms and security system. Working on referrals from the Rough Sleepers team and Exeter City Council, the service will provide first stage accommodation for those in crisis and requiring...

Help save donkeys and win with The Donkey Sanctuary Lottery

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 11/20/2020 - 4:43pm

A new weekly Lottery to help donkeys in greatest need in the UK and worldwide has been launched by international animal welfare charity, The Donkey Sanctuary.

The Donkey Sanctuary uses its funds to care for its 7,000 resident donkeys and mules in the UK and Europe. The charity also runs a donkey-facilitated learning programme that helps vulnerable children and adults develop life skills, by connecting with donkeys on an emotional and physical level.

Internationally, The Donkey Sanctuary operates programmes for donkeys and mules working in agriculture, industry and...

3 Ingenious Ways to Reclaim Space for Your Home Office

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 11/20/2020 - 2:32pm

Squeezing in a functional home office doesn’t mean you have to give up the rest of your house.

Truth be told, pretty much everyone around the world is tired of hearing about the novel coronavirus pandemic. Covid-19 took the world by surprise in January of 2020, but fast became a more standard topic of conversation than the weather, or what you’re having for tea. Despite various lockdown measures and guidelines, where we stand with the virus is still largely uncertain. As some return to their normal jobs and life begins revealing something a bit closer to normal, a number of us...

The entrepreneurial South West based team behind KickstartGo

Entrepreneurial trio launch streamlined platform to make it easy for businesses in Exeter to create Kickstart jobs

Authored by cfrankpitt
Posted: Fri, 11/20/2020 - 12:42pm

A team of three digital marketing and tech experts based in the South West have launched what they believe is the most user-friendly and comprehensive platform to enable smaller businesses to apply to the government’s recently launched Kickstart Scheme.

They have been confirmed as an official gateway provider and they are hoping that it might make it easier for the thousands of SMEs in Exeter and across the South West to benefit from.

KickstartGo has just one simple form that businesses need to complete if they want to make an application for a job placement. As soon as...

How burglars choose their targets

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 11/20/2020 - 10:01am

Approximately 816 burglaries occur every day in the UK and is of no surprise that people are worried about becoming a victim of such a prolific crime. So it would be an advantage to know what it is that burglars look for in a target.

There are a number of things that criminals look for in a target, so when you evaluate your property's security the key is to get into the mindset of a burglar to spot any weak points. This will allow you to better secure your home.

What makes your home a target

There are a wide range of things criminals look out for when choosing...

4 Easy Strategies to Stay in Shape During Winter

Winter months are always challenging when it comes to exercising and keeping fit. Due to the cold, most people will want to spend their day between blankets while others find warm clothes to stay warm and watch their favorite movies or play video games. Exercising in winter is also challenging due to the shortened day time, and people have many things to do. Exercising is very important regardless of the person doing it and the weather. How can one exercise in winter?

There are several ways to participate in physical activities and stay in shape during the cold months. Here are...

Alejandro Betancourt Lopez Provides a brighter vision with Hawkers Contact Lens subscriptions

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 11/20/2020 - 6:50am

In 2016, Hawkers needed a change. What had started out as a small idea, had ballooned into something out of control. The founders of Hawkers turned to Alejandro Betancourt Lopez for a different leadership style that was innovative yet calculated. They needed someone who wasn’t afraid to make the bold moves but was experienced enough to also make smart moves.

Alejandro Betancourt Lopez offered that leadership. By 2018, he had become the company’s biggest shareholder with a large investment of his own that resulted in 50% of the Hawkers stake. This was an exciting move that the...

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