Millions of devout Hindus are converging on the northern Indian city of Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, to participate in the Mahakumbh Mela, the world’s largest spiritual gathering. Over six weeks, pilgrims from across India and around the globe will take a holy dip at the Sangam—the confluence of the sacred Ganges, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati...
For more than eight centuries, the Smithfield Meat Market has been a cornerstone of London’s history—a place where medieval traders once hawked livestock and modern butchers carved premium cuts. But this week, the City of London Corporation made a historic decision: Smithfield Market is set to close. The market, which has operated since at least 1174,...
In South America, a culinary rivalry sizzles between neighbors Colombia and Venezuela. At the heart of this friendly but fervent feud lies a beloved staple: the arepa. This round, golden cornbread, enjoyed in a myriad of ways, is not just a dish—it’s a cultural cornerstone.
Renowned Nigerian disk jockey and music star *Florence Otedola, popularly known as *DJ Cuppy, recently delighted fans with a candid and humorous post on her social media. Sharing a picture of herself doing laundry, she captioned it: “Wifey material: doing laundry and trying not to break hearts at the same time.” The phrase “wife material” is often...
When COVID-19 began spreading across the U.S., it brought widespread isolation, uncertainty, and stress. Faced with sudden changes to daily life, many Americans turned to alcohol as a coping mechanism, a trend that continued and even intensified as the pandemic persisted.
Scotland’s beloved gardening guru Jim McColl, the heart and soul of BBC Scotland's Beechgrove Garden for over four decades, has passed away at the age of 89. Since the show’s inception in 1978, Jim guided green-thumbed enthusiasts and newcomers alike with his gentle charm, boundless expertise, and passion for gardening. His influence extended beyond TV...
In a heartbreaking betrayal of friendship and trust, Angela MacVicar watched as her best friend Lindsay MacCallum was sentenced to three years in jail after pleading guilty to stealing nearly £86,000 from a cancer charity. The charity, Rainbow Valley, was founded in memory of Angela’s beloved daughter, Johanna, who fought a courageous battle against chronic...
When love and culinary traditions meet, magic is bound to happen. This is the story of chef Pierre Thiam and writer Lisa Katayama, a couple brought together by a shared appreciation of flavor, culture, and tradition. Before proposing, Pierre took Lisa on an unforgettable journey to Senegal, his home country, to introduce her to his...
When love and culinary traditions meet, magic is bound to happen. This is the story of chef Pierre Thiam and writer Lisa Katayama, a couple brought together by a shared appreciation of flavor, culture, and tradition. Before proposing, Pierre took Lisa on an unforgettable journey to Senegal, his home country, to introduce her to his...
The story of Mohamed Al Fayed's abuse of young women at Harrods is a chilling reminder that even the most glamorous institutions can harbor deep-seated darkness. Susan (not her real name), a former Harrods employee, recounted her harrowing experience with Al Fayed. She was summoned to his apartment under the guise of a business meeting, only...
