While widely celebrated as a symbol of Jamaican street food culture, the patty’s roots trace back to the Cornish pasty, introduced to Jamaica by British sailors in the 17th century. Over generations, the pastry evolved through layers of migration, colonisation, and cultural exchange. Jamaican cooks
Butterfly Conservation has launched a nationwide rescue mission for the UK’s butterflies and needs the people of Greater Manchester to get involved! Last summer, Greater Manchester’s butterflies sent an urgent SOS through Butterfly Conservation’s Big Butterfly Count, with citizen scientists in Greater Manchester spotting only
From snack-detecting ears to mood-lifting cuddles and supersonic snores, new research reveals that many UK pet parents believe their pets possess genuine powers. The research commissioned by PEDIGREE®, part of Mars Incorporated, shows just how deeply the bond between dogs and their humans runs. Over
The founder of Blue Labour has said he welcomes the launch of Jeremy Corbyn’s new party because it will ‘remove’ more extreme left-wing elements from the Labour Party. Speaking on GB News Lord Glasman said: “I think it’s very good news and I really welcome
2025 may be halfway over, but there are still plenty of events for music lovers to look forward to, with huge artists such as Coldplay, Lewis Capaldi, and Lady Gaga all set to perform in the coming months. Meanwhile, Billie Eilish has already begun her
Independent Age Chief Executive Joanna Elson, CBE said: “The Work and Pension’s Committee has highlighted the urgent truth; the UK needs a strategic approach to tackle pensioner poverty. With millions of older people living in financial hardship, now is the time for action. The older
Workers delivering food for Manchester United, Five Guys and Subway have won the right to vote for a union voice. More than 1,800 staff at Bidfood – a company which also delivers food for the army, prisons and schools across the UK – will vote
Proud 2 b Parents and Great Northern Warehouse are proud to present Proud Fest 2025, a joyful free celebration for LGBT+ families and their allies. Taking place on Saturday 23rd August, the event runs from 12:00pm to 6:00pm at Manchester’s Great Northern Warehouse. The day
International bestselling author, spiritual teacher, and priestess Angela Orora Medway-Smith will release her highly anticipated new book, The Magdalene Oracle: Awakening the Power of the Rose, on 22 July 2025, in celebration of the Feast of Mary Magdalene. Timed perfectly to coincide with this sacred
Inheritance tax receipts hit £2.2 billion in the first three months of the current tax year, according to data released by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) this morning. This is £100 million higher than the previous tax year, and continues an upward trend over the