Heartland Tech Weekly: ‘Flyover Country’ rises, but Silicon Valley eats up more venture capital

It’s no secret that despite talk of a tech bubble, the amount of money venture capitalists are willing to throw at startups isn’t showing any signs of slowing down. But a year-end report from PitchBook and the National Venture Capital Association still offered up one surprise: 2017 saw the most capital invested in startups since the height […]

Uber Eats offers insurance for its European couriers

Uber Eats only just turned two years old, but like other “gig economy” businesses, it’s facing scrutiny over how it classifies workers. In Europe, the company is partnering with Axa to offer couriers an insurance package that covers accidents, hospitalization, property damage and third-party injury across nine countries. Starting January 8th next year, the company […]

Queen Letizia of Spain diet plan: Spanish royal eats THIS every day to stay in shape

Queen Letizia of Spain, wife to King Felipe VI, is renowned for her slender physique, impeccable style and flawless looks.  As a former TV reporter Letizia has been admired for years – but how does the 45-year-old manage to keep her figure so trim? It’s all down to a particular diet she follows that many […]

Melania Trump diet plan: US First Lady eats THIS every day to stay looking slender

Melania Trump, 47, may have waved goodbye to her modelling days, but she’s still maintained her good looks and slim frame. From always eating the same breakfast to never following food fads, the First Lady has a disciplined diet plan but doesn’t deprive herself of sweet indulgences. To kickstart her day, Melania always opts for […]

Queen Elizabeth never eats THESE two foods when travelling abroad

Queen Elizabeth has travelled extensively around the world whilst on state visits during her 65-year reign. It was recently revealed that Canada has been one of the most popular places she has visited, racking up a whopping 22 visits over the years. On her state visits, she will often be treated to amazing meals to […]

Vladimir Putin – the President of Russia eats THIS every day and at a surprising time

Vladimir Putin, 65, may be one of the most feared leaders in the world, renowned for strict regulation, but the time he gets up everyday may surprise you.  The President of Russia is believed to wake up late in the day and eats breakfast shortly after noon.  Cottage cheese is always on the menu, alongside […]

This Morning ‘insults’ viewers as Ben Shephard eats SQUIRREL in front of PETA director

Viewers took to Twitter to discuss the moment Ben Shephard tried the rodent for the first time, while sat alongside director of PETA UK, Elisa Allen. Some said they were “disgusted” by the discussion, which saw Dave and Rosie Barham defend the activity after recently hitting the headlines. As well as allowing their son to […]

Hubble spots pitch-black exoplanet so hot it ‘eats light’ from nearby star

Scientists studying the exoplanet WASP-12b have made a startling discovery: the planet is so hot it reflects almost no light, making it appear pitch-black. An international team of astronomers from McGill University, Canada and the University of Exeter, UK measured how much light is reflected by the exoplanet, otherwise known as its ‘albedo,’ in order […]

Meghan Markle: Prince Harry’s girlfriend reveals what she eats in a day

Meghan Markle, 36, has revealed what she eats in a day.  The slender Suits actress and girlfriend of Prince Harry, who is also a devotee of Eastern exercise yoga, told a food website what makes up her daily diet. The LA-born beauty indulges in a surprising number of typically unhealthy foods, but her food routine […]

Tina Fey Crashes Weekend Update, Dings Trump for Charlottesville Response (and Stress Eats)

Tina Fey returned to SNL‘s Weekend Update desk on Thursday, where the University of Virginia alumna spoke out about the recent white supremacist rallies in Charlottesville. “It broke my heart to see these evil forces decsend upon Charlottesville,” Fey began. “Then our president, Donald John Trump — which I don’t think people talk enough about what […]