Madelaine Caudron
A freelance writer and researcher, Madelaine spends her days blogging about ancient languages, the history of medicine, and bumblebee conservation. Despite being told she’d never become a journalist by studying Classics, she thought she’d try anyway, and has been writing professionally since 2013. In her free time, she can usually be found travelling, dancing, participating in historical reenactments, and trying to learn as many languages as possible. Madelaine joined Copybook in 2015, and hasn’t looked back, enjoying the chance to write on a range of topics, using research material from recent news.
Latest Articles from Madelaine
Flights Diverted After Drone Sighting At Gatwick
Five flights were diverted from landing at Gatwick airport after a drone sighting caused the precautionary closure of one of the airport's runways.
Security Increased Throughout Scotland In Wake of Manchester Attack
Scotland's First Minister has called for increased protections at upcoming events, including the Scottish Cup Final, in light of the recent attack on a pop concert in Manchester.
Clean Label Trend Could Spell Trouble for Incautious Marketers
December 13th see a number of FIC Regulations become mandatory, meaning food and drinks manufacturers will need to review the accuracy and clarity of their packaging information in order to remain compliant. This comes in the wake of increasing consumer uncertainty over clean label trends and the definition of common packaging vernacular such as "healthy", "natural", and "simple".
FIC Regulations Aim To Standardise Food Labelling
As the EU Food Information to Consumers Regulations expand to encompass most pre-packaged foods, manufacturers are encouraged to verify the integrity of their nutritional information, in order to comply with strict formatting and content specifications.
Plutonium Deal Between Russia and US Put On Hold
The US has been presented with terms for the reinstatement of a mutual agreement with Russia that would see the disposal of 68 tonnes of weapons-grade plutonium.
New Hope for the Pangolin As Delegates Vote to Increase Protections
Delegates to a recent CITES meeting have voted to increase protections afforded to the eight species of pangolin, by relisting it as being close to extinction.
New Technology Aims To Streamline Automated Sorting
Materials Recovery for the Future's ongoing research project has highlighted the potential for a dramatic improvement in the separation of packaging materials. The introduction of optical scanners may be the first step towards the recovery of a flexible plastics stream,and the creation of a circular economy for hard-to-recycle packaging.
Pan-African Survey Reveals Devastating Decline of Elephant Populations
According to a recent survey, approximately eight percent of Africa's savanna elephants are being killed each year by poachers. Meanwhile, forest elephants are facing an even steeper decline, from which it could take decades to recover.
Ashford Residents Fear Collapse As Passing Freight Rattles Homes
Residents of an Ashford estate have voiced concerns over damage to their homes caused by vibrations from passing freight traffic.
Pollution Concerns Further Delay Heathrow Expansion
A decision on Heathrow's third runway has been pushed back again following concerns regarding air pollution. However, parties from both sides of the argument suspect political motives may have influenced the delay.
