The most popular winter destinations this year are perennial crowd favourites, according to Google’s latest travel trends report published in September. Think Cancun, Las Vegas, Tokyo, Rome and Barcelona. Going offbeat, then, has never sounded more enticing, even if it may be too late in the year to book the most affordable flights. Perhaps a … Read more
A French trading ship that sank in the 17th century with treasure on board is being brought back to life in a workshop in Madagascar with every stroke of Rafah Ralahy’s small wood sander. Ralahy, eyes sparkling behind his glasses, has learned in 30 years as a craftsman at Le Village, a model ship making … Read more
Hong Kong fencer Cheung Ka-long won his 2024 Olympic gold medal after a dramatic, exciting final. The close match against an Italian opponent required video reviews, with Cheung eventually edging the match with a score of 15-14. The Italians were naturally disappointed. An official complaint was lodged about some of the refereeing. Worse, armchair critics … Read more
Africa is blessed with some of the rarest and most beautiful animals in the world — a fact that entices tourists to book safaris year-round. But safaris only scratch the surface of what the continent has to offer. From wine tours to vibrant coastal cities, other experiences await those who are willing to go … Read more
In entrepreneurship, Africa emerges as a global standout region, boasting gender parity in self-employment and entrepreneurial pursuits, as noted by Toni Weis, a financial specialist at the World Bank’s Gender Innovation Lab. This achievement is particularly noteworthy when juxtaposed with neighbouring regions like the Middle East and North Africa. However, despite this progress, African women … Read more
