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COP28 president is wrong – science clearly shows fossil fuels must go (and fast)

COP28 President Sultan Al Jaber denies need for fossil fuel phase-out.

#FossilFuels
#ClimateChange
#COP28
#Science

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Why are people still flying to climate conferences by private jet?

Private jet use at climate conferences is common and concerning.

#ClimateLeaders
#PrivateJets
#ClimateChangeHypocrisy

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Can parents give their children too much attention?

Overly attentive parenting can hinder a child’s ability to cope with challenges.

#Overparenting
#HelicopterParenting
#BalancedParenting

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Why you should talk about fertility, even if you don’t want children – and what you should discuss

Fertility discussions are crucial, even for women who don’t desire children.

#FertilityTalk
#FertilityOptions

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High-street regeneration has to start with community trust and care

High-street regeneration plans should involve community representatives and stakeholders.

#HighStreetRegeneration
#CommunityEngagement
#LocalRevitalization

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Women still face unfair pressure about having children – here’s what to expect if you don’t have kids when you’re young

Women still face unfair pressure to have children, even if they don’t want them.

#ChildfreeByChoice
#SocietalPressure
#ChildfreeAndThriving

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More young people in the UK are living with parents and grandparents – here’s what you need to know if you’re considering it

Multigenerational living is becoming increasingly common in the UK, particularly among young adults.

#MultigenerationalLiving
#LivingWithParentsAndGrandparents
#FamilyBonds

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Young people’s reluctance to talk about money is putting them at risk – here’s how to help them

Young people are reluctant to talk about money, putting them at financial risk.

#YoungPeopleAndMoney
#FinancialEducation
#FinancialLiteracy

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Proposed smoking ban would improve UK public health – but tobacco industry opposition could be a major roadblock

UK government proposes smoking ban in public places.

#UKsmokingban
#tobaccoindustry
#publichealth

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How much income is needed to live well in the UK in 2023? At least £29,500 – much more than many households bring in

UK’s 2023 Living Standard: £29,500 Minimum Income Revealed

#UKLivingCosts
#Income2023
#2023Reality
#EssentialIncome