Spicy white bean stew with feta and herbs
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Freeskiers head back to school… across the slopes
Always exercise responsibly and safely. Ideally under the guidance of a trained fitness and/or medical professional, who can match the exercise or sports regimen to your present level of ...
What it takes to stage a $14m New York City apartment
Cheryl Eisen is the CEO of Interior Marketing Group, a New York City-based company that does interior design, staging and marketing for luxury homes.
Staging an apartment means preparing it ...
Brexit: one state less in the fight against crime and corruption
The negative impact of economic crime and corruption has been felt in Europe throughout 2020. The fight against money laundering and terrorist financing plays a central role in the work of ...
Spike Lee’s kids spill on their dad’s goofy side
Spike Lee is apparently a big kid at heart… at least according to his kids.
The acclaimed director’s two children, Satchel, 26, and Jackson Lee, 24, dished on their dad’s ...
How to make a paper Ferris wheel at home
In this video, kids will learn how to make a paper Ferris wheel in under 20 minutes. The colourful creation that results is sure to be a big hit – either as ...
How to read labels: what’s in your shampoo bar?
It’s really important as consumers to know how to analyse the ingredients in the products we put on our skin or use for our beauty care routines.
So… do ...
Pulse-stopping Queenstown: New Zealand’s adrenaline capital
In this video, we take a pre-Covid look at New Zealand’s stunning adrenaline capital…
Situated near the centre of NZ’s South Island is Queenstown, a lake-side city that ...
Beautiful spaces: Bratislava shines in defiance of Covid
Sometimes images speak far louder than words. In this artistic portrayal of a Covid-emptied Bratislava, the beauty and historic landmarks of Slovakia’s capital nevertheless shine through.
Bratislava, the Slovak ...
Shock n’ Aurora: explaining the Arctic’s Northern Lights
Polar lights (aurora polaris) are a natural phenomenon found in both the northern and southern hemispheres that can be truly awe inspiring. Northern lights are also called by their scientific ...
Energy-boosting alternatives to coffee
By Liz Conner
It’s safe to say we’re a nation of coffee drinkers. Whether you’re a fan of a fancy flat white or you stick to a ...
Learning to let go
By Alexia Saleem
I can’t believe the first week of January has already passed! It’s crazy how fast time flies. I’ve found it goes even faster since ...
Tracing Warhol: in the footsteps of Pop Art’s patron saint
What is about Andy Warhol’s art that continues to fascinate so many? This BBC ‘Modern Masters’ video’s objective is to find out!
A leading figure in the visual ...
Planning a new home? Here are 21 tips to ensure it’s sustainable
In this video, New York-based architect Jorge Fontan offers 21 sustainable home design ideas, for those planning to construct their own dwelling, from building materials and energy-saving appliances to optimised recycling ...
Mind games: inside the mental landscape of elite athletes
Always exercise responsibly and safely. Ideally under the guidance of a trained fitness and/or medical professional, who can match the exercise or sports regimen to your present level of ...
From chic to couture: Rihanna’s audacious fashion journey
Barbadian singer, actress and business mogul Rihanna has been in the public eye for more than a decade, and during that time she has grown into a modern-day fashion icon ...
What you should know about cold therapy, ice baths and cold water immersion
This video is meant to expand your general knowledge about living a healthy life and is not a substitute for seeking medical advice. Please consult with your doctor before making ...
Magic tricks for kids: how to make scarves change colours
One of the oldest – but always exciting – tricks in the beginner magician playbook… changing scarves from one colour to another, is broken down in this entertaining ‘how to’ video for ...
Gordon Ramsay’s winter vegetarian recipes to keep you warm
Veggies with attitude… you would expect no less from the feisty maestro of the kitchen, Gordon Ramsay!
Follow along as the chef makes a series of delicious no-meat recipes for ...
Sex in the City revival: Sarah Jessica Parker shoots down ‘animosity’ toward absent Kim Cattrall
On Sunday, Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon and Kristin Davis teased on social media a ‘Sex and the City’ revival for HBO Max.
However, Kim Cattrall was noticeably missing from ...
Daniel Arsham: art from the 31st century
In this video, we meet Daniel Arsham, an American contemporary artist based in New York City.
His works revolve strongly around the concept of a hypothetical future time, drawing on ...
How to walk a dog without pulling on the leash
Every pet deserves a loving and respectful home: please only consider acquiring a pet if you will be able to take care of its long-term needs.
A leash is the ...
Desert riches: exploring the treasures of Jordan’s antiquities
Jordan has delighted visitors for centuries with its World Heritage Sites, friendly towns and inspiring desert expanses.
Here, every step forward, takes you back, as the Hashemite Arab kingdom holds ...
Suffering with dull, dry skin? Try baobab oil
By Katie Wright
First things first: how exactly do you pronounce ‘baobab’? Well, there’s a bit of debate there. The British pronunciation is ‘bei-uh-bab’, whereas Americans usually say ‘baw-bab’.
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