Humans have been changing nature for thousands of years. To shape a sustainable future, it is important to understand that deep history

In July 2024, all eyes will be on Paris for the Summer Olympics. Spectators from around the world will converge on the City of Light to watch athletes compete and enjoy the culture, romance and history of one of the world’s most recognizable cities. But an iconic landmark in Paris, Notre Dame Cathedral, is still … Read more

‘Worse than Russia’: how the Chinese doping scandal left Wada fighting for its survival

Twenty-three Chinese swimmers failed drug test before Tokyo Olympics – AP/Petr David Josek With 10 weeks to go until the first race in Center Aquatique Olympique, the swimmers have serious doubts about whether they will start from the same starting blocks. An atmosphere of paranoia reigns in pool changing rooms and governing body offices following … Read more

Humans have been changing nature for thousands of years. To shape a sustainable future, it is important to understand that deep history

In July 2024, all eyes will be on Paris for the Summer Olympics. Spectators from around the world will converge on the City of Light to watch athletes compete and enjoy the culture, romance and history of one of the world’s most recognizable cities. But an iconic landmark in Paris, Notre Dame Cathedral, is still … Read more

how to dress on holiday, at a wedding or in the pub

Men can easily misinterpret summer style: should you wear shorts to the office? Can you look smart without overheating? How do you pull off a vibrant summer shirt? Here we’ve rounded up the do’s and don’ts to help guys get through any compromising situation they might find themselves in during the warmer months: from the … Read more

The greatest dancer of all time? Fred Astaire’s 20 Best Films – Ranked!

20. The Notorious Landlady (1962) A semi-straight turn from Fred Astaire in this witty comedy drama. He is an American diplomat in London whose employee (Jack Lemmon) rents a flat from a mysterious, organ-playing landlady (Kim Novak) who is widely suspected of having insulted her husband. Astaire brings a touch of old-world sophistication, while he … Read more

Nigeria and the UN are launching a $306 million appeal fund to tackle the food and nutrition crisis in the Northeast

An appeal has been launched for US$306 million to address the expected food security and nutrition crisis in Borno, Adamawa and Yobe states during the lean season from May to September. The appeal was launched in Abuja on Tuesday by the Government of Nigeria and national and international partners, with the aim of expediting food … Read more

Exclusive to David Moyes: I understand the critics, but West Ham are back on the map

Farewell to Hammers: David Moyes’ second spell in charge of West Ham concludes this weekend (Victoria Jones/PA Wire) It’s a few days before the end of another Premier League season and David Moyes is considering his 231st and final game of his second spell as West Ham manager, away to presumptive champions Manchester City. The … Read more

Trophies are important, but Jurgen Klopp’s legacy at Liverpool is so much more

Jurgen Klopp brought joy and happiness to Liverpool fans during his tenure (Getty Images) After all the noise, there is no anger. There is only peace. Now that Jurgen Klopp is leaving Liverpool, he has no real regrets. He literally won everything, even though there could have been more. There is a bigger debate about … Read more

Nigeria and the UN request $306 million for urgent food and nutrition crisis responses

With worsening food security and nutrition crisis in Borno, Adamawaand Yobe (BAY) states that this lean season (May to September), the Government of Nigeria and national and international partners on Tuesday launched an appeal seeking $306 million for accelerated food assistance, nutrition supplies and services, clean water, healthcare and protection support for people in serious … Read more

‘An incredible phallic monument!’ The grain silo gallery, a gift from the trillion dollar man

If you’ve ever wondered what it would feel like to be as insignificant as a grain of corn, you can now get a good idea in Kristiansand, a city in southern Norway. Standing on the fourth floor of the new Kunstsilo art museum, carved out of an old 1930s grain silo, you can peer down … Read more