The cell phone has become the adult’s transitional object, replacing the toddler’s teddy bear for comfort and a sense of belonging. Whatever reasons we all have for using mobile phones, more and more of us do so. In 2001, 75% of households had mobiles. Last year that figure had risen to 95%. Despite a reduction […]
It is difficult not to feel sorry for Brazilian football fans following their team’s ignominious exit from the World Cup. Bill Shankly, the legendary Liverpool FC manager famously said, “Some people believe football is a matter of life and death, I am very disappointed with that attitude. I can assure you it is much, much more […]
The energy regulator, Ofgem, is bringing in changes to make it easier, clearer and fairer for you to get the best deal when you buy electricity and gas. From 26 August 2013 suppliers must: carry out actions in a fair, honest, transparent, appropriate and professional manner give information which is complete, accurate, not misleading […]