Daniel Fahey is an editor, journalist and copywriter based in Folkestone. He specialises in culture, travel and sports writing.
The rise of job centres for neurodivergent people
In the UK, fewer than three in 10 autistic people are in work. But increasingly, specialised employment agencies are drawing attention to the benefits of conditions such as autism
The social media star helping people fall in love with libraries
At a time when public libraries are threatened by funding cuts and even book bans, librarian Mychal Threets sings their praises with infectious enthusiasm.
Welcome to the world’s first zero-waste island
A tiny Greek island has undergone a green revolution, becoming energy self-sufficient and permanently closing its landfill site
How to plan an autumn camping trip in the UK
Like the slow twirl of a winged seed falling from a maple tree, autumn camping can be a remarkable thing: sharp, bright mornings around the embers of the campfire and crisp nights spent stargazing. Here's how to plan a prime UK camping trip this autumn.
How to explore France by campervan this summer
Whether you’re looking to discover the rolling lavender fields of Provence or capture the breathtaking vistas in the heart of the Alps, a campervan trip through France is one of the best ways to discover the country. Here’s what you need to know.
The pedal-powered ‘zero waste’ grocer taking on London’s supermarkets
Zero waste refill shops are popping up all over the English capital, but lugging around containers isn't always convenient. This small business has a solution
Future of travel: how the race to reduce emissions will shape our holidays
With flight prices soaring, airlines having to meet emissions targets and travellers demanding more sustainable options, the way we explore the world is changing. What does the green future of travel look like?
Eight reasons to wait until shoulder season to go on holiday
Travelling outside of peak times can be cheaper and less busy – but did you know that shoulder season holidays also have a greater positive impact on local communities? Here’s why
Food banks for pets: the new projects helping famished furry friends
With the cost-of-living crisis putting a strain on household expenses, some are struggling to feed and care for their pets. Cue a raft of organisations, businesses and campaigners, which are coming together to keep pets happy, healthy and fed
Hotting up: the meteoric rise of the humble heat pump
They’re seen as big and clunky, not particularly attractive, and expensive. But some experts say they’re also the single most impactful lever for reducing emissions. Here’s why heat pumps are set to get even hotter
The end isn’t nigh. Why we should be optimistic about the future
The Doomsday Clock, a symbolic timepiece that measures how near humans are to global catastrophe, ticked over to 90 seconds to midnight in January – the closest we’ve ever been to annihilation. A new book suggests we should be more optimistic
The ‘bin-novative’ approach to rubbish that’s slashing beach litter
Using AI and a healthy dose of creative thinking, the Neat Streets campaign has helped to reduce litter by up to 75 per cent in Bournemouth, England. Now the approach is being successfully deployed elsewhere
See another side of Pompeii as exhibition of erotic art opens to the public
It’s possibly the hottest thing to hit Pompeii since the eruption of Mt Vesuvius covered the city in flaming ash and burning fragments of pumice stone back in AD 79.
How communities are saving the UK’s live music venues from closure
The UK has lost a third of its live music venues in the last two decades, but a new model of ownership is bringing hope for struggling gig spots
Where to explore royal history in London
After 70 years of service, Queen Elizabeth II was laid to rest in 2022. Britain’s longest-ever serving monarch has been succeeded by King Charles III and as with all of the sovereigns that preceded them, the current Royal Family has left its own indelible imprint on London.