15 years after a global apocalypse, mankind is on the verge of extinction. Civilisation no longer exists, food is scarce and most eke out a living by stealing and killing. One man (Luke Hobson), who lost his whole family in the apocalypse, clings onto life in his bunker, where staying away from others has been key to his survival. But this self-imposed isolation comes to an abrupt end when he meets a lonely and hungry young woman. She, in turn, is not who she pretends to be, and his solitary life is turned upside down. Going on the run, getting…
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HALLOWEEN, APOLLO 13 AND THE BREAKFAST CLUB KICK-OFF THE PROGRAM WITH HOSTS AND SPECIAL GUESTS London, United Kingdom, May 12, 2020 – To entertain and bring audiences together, Universal Pictures Home Entertainment has organised weekly watch parties of some of their most iconic films. Every Saturday, starting May 16th, audiences can watch a Universal Pictures film along with special guests and hosts for fans around the world to share reactions and discuss their favourite scenes together on Twitter. In order to join, simply follow the hosts on Twitter, buy or rent the weekend’s movie at any retailer, and press play at…
British Fashion Council (BFC) is announcing today the first round of recipients of the BFC Foundation Fashion Fund, supporting creative fashion businesses and individuals to survive the Covid-19 crisis. Financial support will be given to 37 British designer businesses, with grants taken from the £1,000,000 emergency fund, allocated to viable businesses depending on their urgency and capability to come through and thrive post crisis. A portion of funds has also been allocated to students, underpinning the future generation of creative talent. Recipients for the Fund are: Alighieri (VDFF 2020), 16Arlington, Ahluwalia, Aries, ART SCHOOL, Bethany Williams, BIANCA SAUNDERS, Chalayan, Charles Jeffrey…
Kukri Sports return as the official kit supplier for Team England at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games With just over two years to go until the next Commonwealth Games in Birmingham in 2022, Team England have announced that Kukri Sports will be the home nation’s official kit supplier for the third consecutive Commonwealth Cycle. Kukri Sports have designed and produced Team England kit for the last two Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast 2018 and Glasgow 2014 and have been brought back on board for a home Games. As part of the deal, Kukri will create the kit that athletes will represent…
To mark International Museum Day on 18 May, Somerset House will release a brandnew virtual tour of its exhibition Mushrooms: The Art, Design and Future of Fungi. To mark International Museum Day on 18 May, Somerset House will release a brand-new virtual tour of its exhibition Mushrooms: The Art, Design and Future of Fungi. The exhibition explores the colourful cultural legacy of the humble mushroom and its powerful potential in the planet’s survival, as innovative designers experiment with the sustainable material of mushrooms in fashion, homewares and architecture. Curated by writer and curator Francesca Gavin, Mushrooms: The Art, Design and…
The theme of this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week [w/c 18 May] is kindness. At this time of upheaval where our worlds have been turned upside down, acts of kindness now are more important than ever. Here, former primary school teacher Catherine Lynch of leading education resources and lesson planning experts PlanBee has ten tips for parents to improve the mental health of their children. Create a nurturing environment where everyone feels valued and safe Even during lockdown, we need connection with others so that we feel valued and safe. While the need may be innate, the skill of developing and…
If you want workout and lounging around garments that look fantastic, feel great and look sexy then look up a Fab-ulous British brand called Rebel Empire. Rebel Empire have clothing for people who do not care about what others think! Designed for people who are confident in their own skin, who answer to no one, and those who #seeknoapproval – basically modern looking athletic inner wear for unique people just like you and me.Both men’s and women’s styles are chic black with Rebel Empire’s gold metallic label beautifully displayed on the front of the garments, which are extremely comfortable. They…
Homemade masks are a hot topic as we fight the COVID-19 pandemic. Fab UK features writer, Sue Smart, looks at why a growing body of experts says we must wear them. Homemade masks can capture up to 95% of the infectious droplets which spread the COVID-19 virus. If most people wear masks in public and continue to practice social distancing and hand washing, experts say the transmission rate of this devastating virus will be significantly reduced, saving vast numbers of lives. The face mask debate has focussed on how effective or ineffective a homemade mask is in terms of preventing…
With the UK in the midst of lockdown, the little festival with big ideas, ALSO, has taken the bold step to move its packed programme online. ALSO has today launched its first fully digital festival, providing a weekend of content for the covidly-incarcerated. From 15th – 17th May 2020, an incredible offering of ALSO’s talks and workshops will take place entirely online, with the physical festival being postponed until 29th – 31st August. Tickets for the virtual only festival are available online now. ALSO’s digital line up will offer online visitors the very finest in big ideas, music masterclasses, food-based festivities, comedy, wellness and at…
We are currently in the centre of a global pandemic, many of us are inside self-isolating. Having your entire schedule altered and steering away from your normal routines results in habits developing that may seem harmless at first but will later be detrimental to your health. It has become a popular trend to avoid makeup and take on the au natural look but that doesn’t mean that our skin routines must stop too, ensure you’re still replenishing and moisturising daily. Habits can be hard to shift if you fail to identify them, to help you do this we have enlisted…