After learning about the environmental impact of leather production from animal skin, a Spanish innovator developed a new textile from discarded pineapple leaves. Today, she is beginning to take the fashion world by storm.
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Golden Dreams Become a Reality in Girona, Spain
I recently wrote an article profiling Michele and Stanton Cohen, two retirees who decided to take the plunge and move abroad to Girona, Spain. They live on the town's main road — a historic street that was once the main Roman corridor connecting the Iberian Peninsula to the rest of Europe.
Garbage Import Bans Gain Steam
Malaysia is the latest country to ban trash imports from developed countries. It is time to ratify the Basel Convention.
It’s Friday! Time for a Laugh While “Lending a Hand”
We’ve all fallen for a good prank. The folks at Just for Laughs have done it again, just in time for your weekend.
Noise Pollution is Harmful to Our Health
When we think about pollution, we often think about the toxins in our air, food, and water. However, noise pollution can be just as detrimental to our health.
Your Friday Just for Laughs Gag
A few years ago, I began a tradition of sharing a Just for Laughs Gag every Friday to celebrate the arrival of the weekend. I have decided to revive the tradition. Hope you enjoy! 😀
Using Drones to Save Lives
In Rwanda, a company called Zipline is using drones to deliver blood to remote hospitals. In regions where roads are impassable or non-existent, drones will increasingly be used to move supplies and people.
Amsterdam’s Approach to Clean Air, Better Health, and Quieter Living
Many years ago, the city of Amsterdam made a strategic decision to be more people-friendly. That choice is beginning to bear fruit.
The BBC’s Funny Talking Animals
I discovered this series a few years ago and it brings me a good chuckle every time I see it. Hope you enjoy! 😀
A Maltese Falcon Takes Flight Over the Dingli Cliffs in Malta
The Maltese Falcon is one of the world’s fastest birds and has been prized on the island of Malta since 1530. Tricia and I had a chance to meet one up close.
The Walled City of Carcassonne in Southern France
The walled city of Carcassonne in southern France supposedly earned its name from a fabled siege. Have a look at the recent article and video I produced on it.
Electric Roads and the Future of Intercity Transportation
Germany is testing a new system of electrified road transportation that will enable battery-powered trucks to recharge while driving.
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is Becoming Increasingly Visual
Google Lens, the company’s image recognition technology, is advancing into augmented reality (AR). This will have wide-ranging implications for search engine optimization (SEO).
Smiles and Wine at the Duck Parade in Stellenbosch, South Africa
Watch as a gaggle of 1,200 Indian runner ducks parade their way across the Vergenoegd Wine Estate in Stellenbosch, South Africa. They are bound to bring a smile to your face. 😀
The Laughable, Angry, and Squeaky Frog
The desert rain frog is an intimidating animal. When defending its territory, it will ward off any would-be threats with a ferocious squeak.
Video: The Roman Splendors of Nîmes, France
The city of Nîmes is often referred to as the "Rome of France." Here is a video of the city that I produced for International Living.
The Funny Thing About Durian Fruit
Watch these hilarious animals as they encounter the fierce aroma of durian fruit for the first time.
Hungry for takeout? How about a delivery of your favorite airline food?
Cooking at home is becoming a thing of the past. Automation and centralized food production are making delivery more cost effective.
A Game of Pétanque in Uzès, France
Pétanque is a game that dates back to ancient Greece. In the stone village of Uzès in southern France, we watched locals play a round on a warm afternoon.
Orange You Glad it’s December?
Did you know that the orange probably comes from Southeast Asia?
