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Is the 'artist's life' worth it? An author tries to answer the question
Is living an artist's life worth the sacrifice? “The writing life,” author Stephanie Elizondo Griest says, “is like the ultimate hazing experience, because it tests you at every level. You are continually confronted with rejection — plus how are...
2002 World Cup revisited: Most memorable moments
Beckham’s winner The England captain, who would soon be leaving Manchester United for Real Madrid’s galacticos, hammered home a penalty to give his side a 1-0 victory over Argentina. Klose’s three of eight Miroslav Klose scored a hat-trick as...

Top 6 most women-friendly countries in the world
In a world where women's rights are easily trampled upon, finding a country that supports your ambitions, respects your rights, and nurtures your potential as a woman can be difficult.But that's not to say such countries don't exist. In fact,...

From Converse to Cowboy Boots – Channeling My Inner Cattle Rancher
I showed up at TN Ranching at 8:30 a.m., just as everyone was getting in their trucks to head up the canyon. It was the start of my day, though it was clear everyone else had gotten up much earlier to load the horses, trailers and equipment....

From Newark To Europe: A Visual Timeline Of United’s Changing Transatlantic Routes
United Airlines began its operations in 1926 and has since grown into one of the most prominent international carriers in the world. The airline expanded its reach across six continents and established a strong transatlantic presence after...
Argenx Secures EC Approval for Subcutaneous VYVGART in CIDP Treatment
Argenx (NASDAQ:ARGX) is one of the best biotech stocks to invest in now. On June 20, Argenx announced that the European Commission/EC approved VYVGART (efgartigimod alfa) 1000mg for subcutaneous/SC injection. The approval is for its use as a...

Women's Euro 2025 team profiles
The Women's European Championship starts in Switzerland on July 2 where England will aim to retain their title. Here we profile the 16 teams hoping to get their hands on the trophy. Belgium The Red Flames proved they could compete with the best...

Soccer-Women's Euro 2025 team profiles
(Reuters) -The Women's European Championship starts in Switzerland on July 2 where England will aim to retain their title. Here we profile the 16 teams hoping to get their hands on the trophy. Belgium The Red Flames proved they could compete with...

30 Unhappiest Countries In The World in 2025
This article looks at the 30 unhappiest countries in the world in 2025. The Wellbeing Research Centre at the University of Oxford recently published the World Happiness Report 2025. Finland took the number one spot yet again, marking eight years...

Studying in Europe and beyond: A look at countries offering high-quality education at more accessible costs
Rising educational fees in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia are leading to students exploring alternative destinations for higher education. Europe and other lesser-known destinations are becoming more popular for international...

It is the only country on Earth where no mosquitoes, snakes are found, not US, China, Japan, Turkey, Russia, it is...
Despite having numerous lakes, ponds, wetlands, and around 1,300 animal species, mosquitoes have not been able to survive there. There are over 3,900 known species of snakes found in the world and over 300 species of snakes are found in India....

8 ultra-luxury cruise holidays worth splurging on
Circumnavigation of Antarctica | Ponant Be part of history aboard one of the world’s most modern and luxurious icebreakers as it makes a ground (and ice) breaking journey. Departing from Ushuaia in January 2028, Le Commandant Charcot will spend 30...

Moshing In Stykkishólmur: Visiting Metal Festival Sátan’s Sophomore Iteration
Photo by Ish Sveinsson Houle Sigvaldi Ástríðarson Karl Ágúst Guðmundsson Sátan’s second year brings more heavy metal to Snæfellsnes As the seventh issue of Grapevine goes to print, I hop in a car and head out to Snæfellsnes. I’ve missed the first...

Dubai announces 4-day week for government employees
This Islamic New Year, government employees in Dubai will receive a summer gift, a rare perk enjoyed by only a small number of individuals globally. The Our Flexible Summer plan will require government employees in Dubai to work a four-day work...

Spanish scientists develop color-changing food label
In Elche, Alicante, a suspect steak sparked an idea that led to the development of a smart food label by three Spanish scientists: Pablo Sosa Domínguez, Pilar Granado, and Luis Chimeno. The invention, originating from their company Oscillum, is a...

What to know if you're travelling to a country with active volcanoes
Travelling to different countries allows us to see things we haven't seen before, like, for instance, volcanoes. Around the world, there are more than 1500 active volcanoes, and around 50–70 of them erupt every year, according to the British...

In “Art Above Everything,” Stephanie Elizondo Griest Offers a New Kind of Road Manual
“I began taking [the term art monk] more seriously when I entered a stage of total nomadism that was precipitated,” Stephanie Elizondo Griest says, “by the realization that I could either write or I could pay rent—I couldn’t do both.” Griest, a...

Storm season triggers unexpected connections and lots of surprises for airline passengers
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Morrissey Cancels Concert But The Smiths' Fans Aren't Surprised – What's Going On?
Morrissey is once again making headlines — not for his music, but for cancelling a string of European shows and reigniting a decades-long feud with the music industry. And while his fans are disappointed, many aren't shocked. The outspoken singer...

A surprising London building has just been named one of the world’s most beautiful
It’s the only building listed in the UK (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto) From sprawling mansions to ancient castles, the UK has no shortage of architectural marvels. But now, the most beautiful buildings in the world have been named – and the...