Kathleen Beller 
Gingerbread aside, we don’t tend to celebrate Christmas with biscuits here in the UK, unless you count the entire tartan variety tin of shortbread you eat by mistake in a low moment in mid-January. In the US, however, biscuits (cookies) are A Big Deal, and almost a competitive sport. Taking their cue from the Germanic … Read more
If you’ve ever participated in a race, then you know: there’s a difference between trying to run fast and trying to beat someone. Humans are innately competitive and the psychology of that cuts both ways—if we’re winning, we’re propelled forward and performing better. But as studies show, when runners realize they’re losing, their effort drops—almost … Read more
A shocking incident regarding an actress’ death after receiving an intense neck-twisting massage has come to light. Getting massaged, especially in Asia, is a unique experience for many. Massage, when done by professional masseuses with strong arms, can work wonders when they address pain and issues at specific points in the body. But, if not … Read more
To have a birthday on Facebook was affirming. But it was also often annoying. At first, the wave of well-wishes was sweet. But by lunchtime, when everyone had shared the same dead-eyed platitudes, it began to feel a little empty. By dinner, it all felt less like birthday cheer and more like spam. Loading Despite … Read more
Although sharing one small bathroom would certainly be a squeeze, the Perpetua tiny house offers lots of flexibility for larger families by accommodating up to eight people under one roof. The Perpetua, by Frontier Tiny Homes, is based on a triple-axle trailer (shown here with skirting) and has a length of 40 ft (12.2 m), … Read more
In the fertile plains of Kura Local Government Area (LGA) of Kano State, residents of Sabuwar Gainawa, a community renowned for its agricultural productivity, have endured over two decades without electricity. Residents of the community of over 140,000 people produce crops such as maize, rice, and vegetables to supply local markets and traders from other … Read more
Siya and Rachel Kolisi shocked fans on October 27 by announcing their separation. The news left many wondering what could have gone wrong in a love story that inspired millions. Speculation surrounds Springbok captain Siya Kolisi’s struggles with womanizing, as he has been candid about his battles with pornography, alcohol, and marital challenges. Reflecting on … Read more
Trains no longer arrive at Belgrade’s riverside main station, at the foot of the limestone scarp that gave the white city its name. Today, the yellow stucco facade faces a gleaming new statue, eight storeys high, which dominates the forecourt where refugees, mostly from Syria, camped in the late 2010s. Our flight-free trip from London … Read more
The Justice Department and other federal agencies are likely to start investigations and bring lawsuits over diversity, equity and inclusion policies as they argue that many of those practices violate anti-discrimination laws. “DEI is unlawful discrimination,” said Mike Davis, the founder of the Article III Project, a conservative advocacy group, who has advised Trump on … Read more
With searches running through Google every year, it results in a wide array of data showcasing information about how people live and what they are looking for. Every year, Google shares that information in a ‘Year in Search’, which breaks down popular search terms that come over the year globally, in different regions and countries. … Read more
