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President Donald Trump speaks as he welcomes the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles NFL football team to the South Lawn of the White House.Even Reform UK voters are growing sick and tired of Donald Trump, according to a new poll.The US president’s favourability has declined in Britain since his inauguration in January.

Trump's First 100 Days: All The Times The US President Has Made Life Difficult For Starmer So Far

29 April 2025 @ 3:44 pm

Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer, left, and US President Donald Trump shake hands during a joint press conference in the East Room at the White House Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025, in Washington. Keir Starmer was already enduring a particularly

Can Keir Starmer Learn Any Lessons From Mark Carney's Remarkable Election Victory?

29 April 2025 @ 3:38 pm

Mark Carney's Liberal Party won the election despite appearing to be heading for defeat just a few months ago.Mark Carney completed one of the greatest political comebacks of all time by leading his Liberal Party to victory in the Candian election.They appeared to be out of the running just a few short months ago, with Pierre Poilievre’s Conservatives holding a lead of more than 20 po

Have Flags Actually Been Banned At Eurovision 2025? Here's What's Really Going On

29 April 2025 @ 2:58 pm

Eurovision flags in Malmö last yearIf you’re a Eurovision fan, you may have seen some rather confusing – and seemingly contradictory – headlines around flags in the last few days.Some headlines are claiming that the “ban” on showing Palestinian flags at this year’s contest has now been overturned, while others are suggesting that only the flags of participating countries will be allowed on stage – meaning

Lily Allen Apologises To Katy Perry For 'Mean' Comments About Her Divisive Space Voyage

29 April 2025 @ 2:46 pm

Lily AllenLily Allen has made a public apology to Katy Perry after her comments about the I Kissed A Girl singer’s recent space voyage.In a recent episode of her podcast, Miss Me?, Lily and co-host Miquita

Black Maternal Health Can't Wait Any Longer – Here's What Needs To Change

29 April 2025 @ 2:36 pm

It’s Black maternal health awareness week – and if you’re wondering how much change has happened in the past five years since mothers like Tinuke Awe began banging the drum for action, the answer is: not enough.Today, MPs are speaking in parliament about what is being done to improve health outcomes for Black women and birthing people. And while talk is needed, it’s clear that so, too, is action.Ahead of the crucial conversation, Tinuke Awe, co-founder of Five X More, told HuffPost UK: “We must move away from promising ch

From Skin To Sleep, This Is How Stress Impacts The Body By Age

29 April 2025 @ 2:05 pm

<img src="https://img.huffingtonpost.com/asset/680119061500001800cd612d.jpg?ops=scalefit_630_noupscale" alt="Stressed man sat with laptop." data-caption="Stressed man sat with laptop." data-credit-link-back="" data-credit="Photo by Tim Gouw on Unsplash" />Stressed man sat with laptop.The stress hormone cortisol plays an essential role in managing the body’s

These Common Medications Could Make The Heatwave Harder On You

29 April 2025 @ 1:53 pm

If you have also felt drained by the long, grey days we’ve experienced this year so far, you’re in luck. The UK is experiencing a heatwave this week. The Met Office advises: “The warmest day of the week looks set to be Thursday, with temperatures expected to reach 29°C across parts of England.”Gorgeous. Finally.However, before you rush out in sunnies and shorts,

Gary Oldman Reveals Why He Had To Apologise To Demi Moore On The Set Of The Scarlet Letter

29 April 2025 @ 12:01 pm

Gary Oldman in Cannes last yearGary Oldman has admitted that he had to apologise to Demi Moore while they were working together on the film The Scarlet Letter.The pair were co-stars in the 1995 movie adaptation of the classic novel by Nathaniel Hawthorne, and while Gary has now been sober for around 28 years, he said that was still drinking and in “a very dark place” at the time of that shoot.During a new interview with

Lesbians Have Always Stood With Trans Women – Our Safe Spaces Should Too

29 April 2025 @ 11:56 am

The news last week that the UK Supreme Court has ruled that the terms ‘woman’ and ‘sex’ in the Equality Act excludes trans women marked a sad day in human rights for this country.Challenges have been made about safe spaces and services that are designed for women and lesbians. And a frenzy around trans people, and in particular trans women, being a threat to safety has been a topic picked up by the media and certain cigar smoking celebrities, often with little or no evidence to substantiate this.

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A blog of all things from pop culture to developer snippets. Similar to huffingtonpost and wordpress amongst others.

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theplaidzebra.com

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A mindful blog for mindful people.

Behind the Curtain: Music Manager Cassidy Sanders on Protecting Artists, Managing Ego, and Keeping the Chaos Offstage

4 April 2025 @ 12:58 pm

In a world where fame is curated and chaos is constant, Cassidy Sanders has built a reputation as one of indie music’s most dynamic artist managers. Known for her calm presence and fierce loyalty to the creatives she represents, Sanders doesn’t just manage schedules—she manages energy, boundaries, and the emotional weight of the spotlight. I… The post Behind the Curtain: Music Manager Cassidy Sanders on Protecting Artists, Managing Ego, and Keeping the Chaos Offstage appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

How Is Earth Day Celebrated Around the World?

20 March 2025 @ 6:28 pm

Earth Day is more than just a date on the calendar—it’s a global reminder that small actions can lead to lasting change. Around the world, people celebrate by planting trees, cleaning up local communities, and pushing for stronger environmental policies. But not every country observes it the same way. Curious about how Earth Day is… The post How Is Earth Day Celebrated Around the World? appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

Prisoners write letters of advice to their younger selves and the result is striking

15 February 2025 @ 6:34 pm

The factors that make up the horror that is the American prison system includes the ineptitude of the poorly underfunded public defenders. It is estimated that public defenders take on 1000 clients per year (more than 3 per day, every day), when they should have no more than 150 per year. This leads to underprepared… The post Prisoners write letters of advice to their younger selves and the result is striking appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

Revolutionizing Real Estate: Marta Anna Schmidt’s Client-Centric Approach in Northern Germany

27 January 2025 @ 1:59 pm

How Marta Anna Schmidt is Revolutionizing the Real Estate Market in Northern Germany The real estate market is often seen as a traditional industry, slow to evolve and adapt to modern demands. But Marta Anna Schmidt, the visionary behind Marta Schmidt Immobilien, is turning that perception on its head. As an “Immobilienmakler Stade” (real estate agent… The post Revolutionizing Real Estate: Marta Anna Schmidt’s Client-Centric Approach in Northern Germany appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

Top 5 tech trends to watch in 2025 and beyond

21 January 2025 @ 5:19 pm

The year 2024 experienced significant disruption within the technology sector. The integration of generative AI, to varying extents, had widespread effects. Additionally, one of the most considerable IT outages in recent history had global implications. As we move into 2025, the technology landscape continues to evolve rapidly. This ongoing development presents both new opportunities and… The post Top 5 tech trends to watch in 2025 and beyond appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

Health: How to Navigate the Beauty and Wellness Industry with Ease

21 January 2025 @ 1:53 pm

Everything we come into contact with—whether applied to our skin, consumed, or encountered through environmental exposure affects our overall health. Choosing products aligned with natural health principles ensures that you’re supporting your body’s systems holistically. Many everyday beauty and wellness products contain synthetic substances that disrupt hormones, irritate the skin, and contribute to chronic health… The post Health: How to Navigate the Beauty and Wellness Industry with Ease appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

The Pros and Cons of Vertical and Horizontal Video

9 January 2025 @ 1:56 pm

Little fact for you, did you know that as of 2023, over 90% of social media users watch videos on their smartphones? This stat from Statista highlights just how much mobile devices influence video consumption today. When it comes to Vertical vs Horizontal Video, choosing the right format can make all the difference in grabbing… The post The Pros and Cons of Vertical and Horizontal Video appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

Embrace Photography as a Fulfilling Hobby

6 January 2025 @ 2:05 pm

The first time I picked up a camera, something magical happened. Simple events turned into memories, fleeting moments became special photos. Who said Photography is more than just taking pictures? Why we do it? It’s about seeing the world differently. Whether walking through downtown Vancouver or exploring the Canadian Rockies, photography lets you capture your… The post Embrace Photography as a Fulfilling Hobby appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

The Connection Between Your Nervous System and Optimal Wellness

2 January 2025 @ 1:37 pm

At Connection Chiropractic, wellness is more than just a goal—it’s a lifestyle rooted in connection. By optimizing the vital link between your brain and body, we empower you to heal effectively, function at your best, and enjoy a life of balance and vitality. So, why is the nervous system at the heart of everything we do?… The post The Connection Between Your Nervous System and Optimal Wellness appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

Optimize Your Google Business Profile for Auto Repair Shop Marketing

2 January 2025 @ 1:33 pm

As an auto repair shop owner, you’re already familiar with the importance of having an online presence. But are you optimizing it to its full potential? Google Business Profile (GBP) is one of the most powerful (and free) auto repair shop marketing tools at your disposal to attract local customers. If your profile is set… The post Optimize Your Google Business Profile for Auto Repair Shop Marketing appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

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Essays and articles with a eclectic edge.

5 Great Articles about Climate Change

15 April 2025 @ 2:37 pm

5 Great Articles about Climate Change

The Science of Climate Change Explained by Julia Rosen - Definitive answers to the big QuestionsHow Soon Might the Atlantic Ocean Break? by Sandra Upson - A gigantic, weather-defining current system could be headed to collapseHas the Amazon Reached Its ‘Tipping Point’? by Alex Cua

Frank Bures’ Favourite Articles

10 April 2025 @ 9:27 am

Frank Bures’ Favourite Articles

Head to our Substack for a list of all-time great articles chosen by Frank Bures, author of outstanding travel and adventure writing, plus classic articles about everything from stolen bikes that and penis theft (?!), to squat toilets and an epic canoe race on the Mississippi. Read all his best work here, and check out his new boo

5 Great Essays about AI

2 April 2025 @ 10:55 am

5 Great Essays about AI

The Future Is Too Easy by David Roth - There is something unstable at the most basic level about any space with too much capitalism happening in itWikipedia’s Moment of Truth by Jon Gertner - Can the online encyclopedia help teach A.I. chatbots to get their facts right — without destroying itself in the process?

5 Great Essays about Art

28 February 2025 @ 10:22 am

5 Great Essays about Art

The Power of Exposure by Derek Thompson - Fame and familiarity — in art, music, politicsThe Art of Rules by Sherri Irvin - Conceptual art often confounds. The key is to understand the rules of the artwork and the aesthetic experiences they yield

5 Great Essays about Love

16 February 2025 @ 7:45 pm

5 Great Essays about Love

What Romance Really Means by Heather Havrilesky - Long-married romance is not the romance of watching someone’s every move like a stalker, and wanting to lick his face but trying to restrain yourselfAgainst Chill by Alana Massey - In recent years, “chill” has become one of the most desirable qualities in a romantic prospect. But it is a garbage virtue that will destroy the species

5 Great Articles about Gametes

4 February 2025 @ 4:41 pm

5 Great Articles about Gametes

The Egg by Bloomberg Staff - A story of extraction, exploitation and opportunityUnscrambling the Egg by Natalie Angier - Put a few adults in a room with a sweet-tempered infant, and you may as well leave a tub of butter sitting out in the midday sun…The Doctor Is a Wo

5 Great Essays about Streaming

21 January 2025 @ 1:01 pm

5 Great Essays about Streaming

Casual Viewing by Will Tavlin - Why Netflix looks like thatConfessions of a Spotify Vandal by Andy Cush - A folk-pop mischief-maker who goes by Catbreath has collected hundreds of thousands of streams by giving his songs prankish titles like “Chill Music,” “Gym Bangers,” and “My Discover Weekly.”

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10 Years of the Guardian Long Read

2 January 2025 @ 3:26 pm

10 Years of the Guardian Long Read

For the last decade the Guardian Long Read series has been putting out some of the very best longform journalism. To celebrate 10 years, they’ve put together a list of their favourites.

The 100 Best Articles of 2024

1 January 2025 @ 10:17 pm

The 100 Best Articles of 2024

As always, we spent 2024 searching the net to bring you the very best aritcles, essays and nonfiction. Now we’ve put together a huge list of the very best writing from last year. Enjoy!

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Business, innovation and technology blogging sphere.

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blogtalkradio.com

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Host your own radio show, recorded rants and discussion

Get the Most Out of Your Show With Great SEO

20 June 2018 @ 9:28 am

Win New Audiences With Good SEO Strategies There are some small but very important things you can do to help boost listens to your broadcast. The combination of a relevant, catchy show name, great episode titles, and the use of keywords which give good results will work together to improve the SEO (Search Engine Optimization) […]

Get yourself on Amazon Devices

9 May 2018 @ 1:28 pm

Learn how Tunein and Alexa can bring your show into homes. Listening to your broadcast has become even easier. You can now submit your radio show to Tunein which will make your show available on Amazon Alexa devices. Amazon Alexa devices are wireless, voice-activated “smart speakers”, they have a personal assistant voice service named “Alexa” […]

Your Guest Can Be Your Megaphone

5 April 2018 @ 11:46 am

Learn how to have a clear plan for each guest to help grow your audience. Be a Top Notch Broadcaster Being a radio broadcaster opens many doors, interviewing celebrities and other A-listers give you the opportunity to meet some pretty amazing people. For example you could interview one of Hollywood’s top stars one day and […]

How To Avoid Splitting Feeds and Losing Stats (& Money!)

17 January 2018 @ 4:07 pm

There are many different destinations that audiences can listen to your podcast. As a podcaster, you want to make sure your podcast is available everywhere your audience is. The key is that one distribution point (your podcast host) is responsible for spreading your podcast across the internet via your RSS (Really Simple Syndication) feed. Your […]

The Power of Conversation in Broadcasting

14 December 2017 @ 10:23 am

Having a conversation is something we do all the time, a part of everyday life. However, the power of the humble conversation as a marketing tool is being re-evaluated by marketers around the world as they are starting to see what an integral part of a communications strategy it can be – especially when it […]

5 Ways to Boost Your Audience

29 November 2017 @ 4:01 pm

It’s undeniable. Everyone who is putting themselves out there and broadcasting on a regular basis is keen to grow their audience. However, the art of gaining new listeners is not an easy one and is something which takes time and practice. How you go about drawing in those followers completely depends on what you’re talking […]

How To Create The Perfect Radio Interview

22 November 2017 @ 5:46 pm

The interview format is here to stay. Whether it’s a talk show, magazine profile or radio broadcast they attract listeners and viewers alike. Why? Huffington Post believes ‘we’ll always be drawn to Q&As about other people’s lives’ and Cultured Vultures confirms this ‘there is something to be said for being offered an insight into […]

BlogTalkRadio Has “Coffee With Kenobi”

10 November 2017 @ 3:29 pm

The Coffee With Kenobi podcasting network will be joining BlogTalkRadio. They will bring over four years worth of shows to the platform to take advantage of BlogTalkRadio’s unique monetization offerings. Coffee With Kenobi Host and Co-creator, Dan Z says, “We are thrilled to bring members of our Coffee With Kenobi family network to BlogTalkRadio. If you […]

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The Pokes are the first and only awards celebrating British comic talent on the internet.

10 easy ways to pretend you’re on a holiday abroad

29 April 2025 @ 6:45 pm

Here in the UK most of us are currently experiencing some unexpected warm weather, so we’ve put together some quick and easy ways to make the most of the sunshine and pretend you’re actually abroad on holiday. 1. . Via Wikimedia 2. Start drinking alcohol at 8am and continue throughout the day. 3. Via Wikimedia […] The post 10 easy ways to pretend you’re on a holiday abroad appeared first on The Poke.

The New Yorker front cover just totally nailed Donald Trump’s first 100 days in office

29 April 2025 @ 4:30 pm

It feels like a lot longer we know, but it’s been 100 days since Donald Trump returned to the White House and of all the front pages that will no doubt mark this moment, it’s hard to believe one will nail it quite so beautifully – and heartbreakingly – as the New Yorker. It’s by […] The post The New Yorker front cover just totally nailed Donald Trump’s first 100 days in office appeared first on The Poke.

Mark Carney saw parallels between Trump’s tariff obsession and Brexit not to put too fine a point on it, it’s painful AF

29 April 2025 @ 3:07 pm

Congratulations to Mark Carney – we have no doubt he’s reading – who’s been elected prime minister of Canada in a stunning comeback for the Liberal party in large part thanks to Donald Trump’s incessant wanging on about making Canada his 51st state. We mention Carney again – again! – because of this clip in […] The post Mark Carney saw parallels between Trump’s tariff obsession and Brexit not to put too fine a point on it, it’s painful AF appeared first on The Poke.

Triumphant Mark Carney had an A++ message for Donald Trump and it’s the sort of statesmanship the US president can only dream about

29 April 2025 @ 2:32 pm

Danald Trump’s hopes of turning Canada into the 51st state of the United States suffered a devastating blow when Liberal party leader Mark Carney was elected in an extraordinary turnaround just months after it appeared the Conservatives were dead set winners. And there was one person who did more to ensure Carney’s victory than anyone […] The post Triumphant Mark Carney had an A++ message for Donald Trump and it’s the sort of statesmanship the US president can only dream about appeared first on The Poke.

A son’s hilarious effort to make his dad’s divorce day special remains a unique way of marking the occasion

29 April 2025 @ 12:50 pm

Over on TikTok, back in 2023, gamer Kyle Mayson led us through his quest to present his dad with a celebratory cake on the day of his divorce. The plan, the clothes, the revelations at the bakery, the name of the wine … Honestly, it was just – via GIPHY See for yourselves. @mayzeson Got […] The post A son’s hilarious effort to make his dad’s divorce day special remains a unique way of marking the occasion appeared first on The Poke.

‘What was the final straw that ended a lifelong friendship?’ – 17 buddy bust-ups

29 April 2025 @ 12:17 pm

It’s normal for friendships to evolve, change and even drift apart over time. But they can also come to an abrupt end. According to the findings of Reddit user New_Perspective1201, friendships end due to a built up resentment or single moments of awful behaviour. And we know this because they posed this question to the […] The post ‘What was the final straw that ended a lifelong friendship?’ – 17 buddy bust-ups appeared first on The Poke.

12 things British people do as soon as the sun comes out. How many are you guilty of?

29 April 2025 @ 10:25 am

Living in Britain means we get pretty much accustomed to the cold and rain, so when we do actually get some warmer weather it’s a bit of a shock to our systems. We’re like dormant sleeper agents and the sun is the trigger that activates us and makes us behave in ways we don’t as […] The post 12 things British people do as soon as the sun comes out. How many are you guilty of? appeared first on The Poke.

This protest by ‘thousands’ of proud little Englanders in Dover was taken just as seriously as it deserved and this comeback surely said it best

29 April 2025 @ 9:23 am

A bunch of bikers and their mates turned up to Dover to protest against immigration and quite the spectacle it was too. Just not – surely not – in the way they were hoping. We mention it after these pictures were shared by a Twitter account called @TheBritLad which is, apparently, all about ‘Defending Western […] The post This protest by ‘thousands’ of proud little Englanders in Dover was taken just as seriously as it deserved and this comeback surely said it best appeared first on The Poke.

The healthy swaps in this New York Times ‘potato salad’ really take the biscuit

29 April 2025 @ 9:03 am

We’re not sure what Gordon Ramsay would have to say about this 2023 culinary trolling from the New York Times, but we suspect it wouldn’t be directly quotable. The post The healthy swaps in this New York Times ‘potato salad’ really take the biscuit appeared first on The Poke.

This Canadian voter’s magnificently NSFW take on Donald Trump surely spoke for the entire world and people totally adored her for it

29 April 2025 @ 8:52 am

Never have we written so much about an election in Canada, but never – it’s fair to say – has an American president been so determined to make their neighbour the 51st state of the United States. Except it turns out all of Donald Trump’s best efforts had the worse (for him) possible effect, catapulting […] The post This Canadian voter’s magnificently NSFW take on Donald Trump surely spoke for the entire world and people totally adored her for it appeared first on The Poke.

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