Public Health England sat in an interesting spot.It was inside government but supposed to think a little like an outsider.Its job was to protect and improve health, and to narrow the gaps between richer and poorer communities in England. For several years it was the national face of public health in England. It advised ministers,… Read More »Public Health England: The Agency That Came And Went

In 1976, two friends in California built a simple computer board and sold it for $666.66. It was called the Apple I. Only about 200 were made, and each one was hand-built. For many people, it looked like a very basic desktop setup. You could… Read More »Apple I: The Little Board That Launched Apple

The New Golden Age of Indoor Green Walk into almost any home now and a pattern shows up. A trailing pothos over the fridge. A fiddle leaf fig trying its best by the window. A little army of succulents on a shelf that gets exactly… Read More »Houseplant Craze: How We All Ended Up Living In Tiny Jungles

Copper Canyon daisy is one of those plants that quietly minds its own business, shrugs off heat and drought, and still manages to keep deer at arm’s length. Literally. You get mounds of golden flowers; the deer get a nose full of pungent foliage and… Read More »Copper Canyon Daisy: A Tough Little Shrub That Tells Deer “No”

SunPatiens, a hybrid cross between New Guinea impatiens and a wild impatiens species, were bred with a clear goal in mind: more heat tolerance, better disease resistance, and reliable color from spring right through frost.That mix of toughness and nonstop bloom makes them a strong… Read More »SunPatiens: Sun-Loving Color That Refuses To Quit

Baby Shark and the Power of YouTube Views in the UK The most viewed video on YouTube is currently “Baby Shark Dance” by Pinkfong. It has climbed far beyond ten billion views and keeps going, with totals now in the region of sixteen billion plays… Read More »Most Viewed Video on Youtube

May Day in a Changed World May Day has long been linked with workers, unions, and the fight for decent lives. In the United Kingdom, it carries layers of history, from marches for the eight-hour day to quiet bank holidays in early May. During the… Read More »✊ May Day During the Pandemic

Petunias sit at the heart of many bright British summer displays. They spill from hanging baskets, fill window boxes, and edge front paths with bold colour. Petunia x hybrida has become a true staple in UK gardens because it is reliable, showy, and happy to… Read More »Petunias in UK Gardens: Colourful Workhorses for Pots and Borders

The United Kingdom Garden Day brings together people, plants, and places in a simple shared celebration. It shines a light on gardens and green spaces of every kind, from tiny balconies to grand historic estates. At its heart, it recognizes that gardens matter to daily… Read More »United Kingdom Garden Day: A Celebration of Green Spaces and Community

Fresh herbs change the way we cook and live. A single sprig of rosemary can lift a roast. A few leaves of basil can brighten a simple bowl of pasta. Even the scent of mint on your fingers after a morning watering can shift your… Read More »Herb Garden Ideas for Every Home in the UK