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A small Brazilian native seed will revolutionize the biofuels market in the coming years. With high energy potential (production of up to 7 times more oil than soybeans), low consumption of water and inputs, Macauba is Acelen Renewables’ bet to produce more than 1 billion liters per year of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and Renewable Diesel (HVO), starting in 2026, with an 80% reduction in CO2 emissions throughout the production chain. Presented to the world at COP28, Acelen Renewables is the renewable energy company of Mubadala Capital, a global asset management company headquartered in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, created to actively…

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Over half (55%) of British dog owners have shared a meal with their dogs when dining out, with nearly one in two (45%) preferring to dine at a restaurant with dogs rather than with other humans.*  More than half of UK dog owners (60%) cite the difficulty in finding pet-friendly restaurants/cafes as a barrier to dining out with their dogs.*  OpenTable shares a diner-backed list of the Top 100 Restaurants for Outdoor Dining 2024**, which includes over 70 dog-friendly places.***  New research shows nearly half of UK dog owners prefer to be in a restaurant full of dogs (45%) compared…

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Terence Rodia is the Director of YOU Management, a globally acclaimed talent agency founded in 2012.  As a former industry professional, Terence’s story began with his relocation to the UK on a fully funded scholarship, where he honed his skills in Musical Theatre. With over a decade of triumphs in his performing career, including notable roles in productions such as Wicked, We Will Rock You, Grease, and prominent roles such as Chino in West Side Story, and Mike in A Chorus Line, Terence is a true natural in performing arts and boasts a unique, first-hand insight into what it takes…

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Mowing your lawn in hot weather is likely to damage your lawn, with long-lasting effects, according to experts. The much-promised heatwave is finally here, and millions of Brits will want to be outside enjoying their gardens. Many will be tempted to mow their lawns so they look smart for the summer weather. But experts from MyBuilder.com, the reliable way to hire tradespeople, are warning Brits not to mow in extreme heat, due to the damage that is highly likely to ensue. Mowing grass when it is too hot can lead to unsightly brown patches or if the grass is killed,…

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Marianne Rizkallah, music therapist for music licensing company PPL PRS Workplace wellbeing has been a hot topic as employers and employees look to maximise productivity in an increasingly hybrid workplace, especially since the Flexible Working Bill was introduced. Gallup has recently shared some insight into the link between workplace wellbeing and productivity, outlining how when a team’s well-being is low, their productivity is greatly impacted. So, how can employers improve productivity? One idea is to implement music in the office and offer music therapy as a perk of the job to reap the benefits of music. Why choose music therapy for your team? Music therapy…

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Work has recommenced on the Geoffrey Close regeneration project that will create a community of 441 new homes in Lambeth. The development is a joint venture between registered social housing provider Riverside and housebuilder Bellway London. Located on Geoffrey Close – off Flaxman Road, Lilford Road and Kenbury Street – the site will provide 135 modern homes to replace the existing properties on Geoffrey Close. It will also deliver 35 Shared Ownership homes, 27 London Living Rent homes and 241 homes for private sale. As a development priority, the first residents from the existing properties are expected to move into…

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Borough Yards 1st July – 8th September 2024 Borough Yards will be screening the ‘Summer of Sport’ from the beginning of Wimbledon in July until the end of the Paralympics in September. The ‘Soap Yard’ will be transformed with outdoor screens, seating and pop-ups by the various restaurants, bars and shops.  The England game will be shown this Sunday from 5pm. https://www.boroughyards.com/ Sugar House Island 14th June – 11th August Jim and Tonic East, Stratford’s urban distillery based at Sugar House Island will be hosting a ‘Summer of Sport’ on a big screen at the welcoming outdoor terrace.  Don’t miss a moment…

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London-born journalist and author Anna Kenna muses on how a toxic cloud changed the course of her life and saw her grow up on the other side of the world. On a cold December day in 1952 a filthy smog cloud closed in on London. This deadly weather event, fuelled by a combination of industrial pollution, domestic coal fires and diesel transportation, lasted almost a week and killed thousands. It also changed the course of my life. My Irish immigrant parents were living in a flat in Kensington. My mother was training to be a nurse and my father was an apprentice saddler,…

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The world’s first lace-free performance slippers engineered specifically for women’s feet are now available to pre-order. Footwear designer Martin Dean, 46, spent five years perfecting the QLVR (pronounced Clever) athletic slip-ons, which use a ‘fast-fit’ bird’s wing-inspired system to ‘hug’ the foot. Martin got the idea for the shoes’ 360-degree locked-in fit – offering better support and more natural movement than laces – after studying the movement of a dog ball thrower. The eco-friendly QLVR Running Slippers – a versatile training shoe that’s ideal for 5km runs and cross training – are made using dandelion rubber-based foam. And the shoes…

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Book that spa day you deserve, with this super summertime offer from The QHotels Collection.  From just £64 per person, you can enjoy a wonderful spa day at one of their fantastic resorts across the country. This summer, the ‘Simply More’ Spa Day includes the use of impressive health club facilities, two 25-minute treatments from a choice of: Personalised Express Facial, Shoulder Neck & Scalp Massage, Frangipani Scrub, Frangipani Foot Treatment plus a light lunch with Prosecco either before or after your spa experience. Using premium products from spa brand ELEMIS, you can enjoy the ultimate sense of luxury and pampering. Offer…

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