A recent study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine (BSJM) revealed that those beyond the middle age who could not balance on one leg for more than 10 seconds were less likely to live beyond the next seven years than people who could. Subjects of the study, which took place between 2008 and…

If you are a fan of David Attenborough, as I am, then I am sure you have been educated by his new ‘Life in Colour’ documentary as to how truly amazing rainforests are. According to National Geographic, rainforests now cover just six per cent of the earth’s surface, yet the Rainforest Trust UK – which…

For years, we have been walking around with our heads held high, knowing that we are doing our bit to save the planet by carefully separating plastic items from other recyclables. But could it be that many of us have been hoodwinked into thinking we are doing well by recycling when, in fact, we should…

In some cases, the reason we choose to drive rather than to walk is obvious and logical – the distance is too great to walk. Often, though, the only explanation seems to be apathy. The truth is that driving can actually cause more of a headache than simply walking with petrol prices soaring, parking spaces…

The slogan ‘reduce, reuse and recycle’ has now been around for more than four decades, but do these actions go far enough?   We all know we should be living more sustainably – but how? The reality is, aside from the three Rs, taking steps to reduce our impact can be tricky to navigate. The World…

Although we all ‘know’ about plastic pollution, in many ways, many of us are blind to the scope of the issue. Take a walk around your local supermarket, for example. Plastic packaging encases almost every kind of product, even birthday cards. The list …

The Monarchy is a fundamental staple of the British identity, image and values both nationally and abroad and this year, Her Majesty The Queen becomes the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee.  This special occasion will be celebrated by the nation over a four-day bank holiday weekend, with thousands set to be spent on…

The founder of Famous Publicity, Tina Fotherby, has been a supporter of the Teapot Trust for several years. Famous Publicity handles ad hoc pro bono projects on behalf of the charity’s founder Laura Young. The Teapot Trust assists children and young adults who are in hospital by providing art therapy which serves as a useful…

In recent years, society has increasingly normalised treating your pet like it’s your baby – and deservedly so.  Pet Instagram accounts are becoming increasingly popular – yes, my own dogs have one – and I must say, I think I spend more money on my dogs than on myself… Actually, I definitely do. Becoming ‘pet parents’ has become…