Citrus trees are without a doubt among the most popular of all ornamental plants worldwide – and with good reason. They are the ultimate horticultural multitaskers, offering beautiful flowers on...
In human history, innumerable peacemakers have dedicated their entire lives to fighting against violence, abuse, dictatorships and terror. They have put themselves at risk to support the lives of others...
Chained to our desk, a computer monitor in front of our face, smartphone accompanying us wherever we go, the stresses of everyday urban life can sometimes seem insurmountable. With more...
For the Roman philosopher Seneca, death was a very important stage of human and his personal life. Day in, day out, he contemplated not just his end but perhaps his...
As little as 10 minutes of regular exercise can help alleviate depression. But even professionals don’t always make the link between mental and physical health. Bella Mackie, the author of...
Of all the dozens of plants in Jamie Song’s home, it is the heart-shaped, neon green leaves that colonise a wall of his living room everyone wants to know about....
Thinking kind thoughts about yourself and your loved ones can prove beneficial for your overall wellbeing, a study has discovered. Researchers from the universities of Oxford and Exeter carried out...
‘Taking the waters’ is a long-held and much cherished tradition which has retained popularity despite our increased reliance on modern medicines. You will have a wonderful time and improve your...
Friends remember Washington state social worker Alan Naiman as being frugal. He lived a very modest life. But when he died of cancer in January 2018, at age 63, the...
Analysis of water and snow samples from some of the remotest parts of Antarctica has uncovered tiny fragments of plastic, environmentalists say. Tests carried out by Greenpeace on an expedition...
