Here is a plan for a day out on the Metropolitan line of London’s underground, although we will at no stage be under ground, and will travel 25 miles from London. First, however, a little history. In 1863, the Metropolitan Railway (Met) built the first subterranean railway – from Paddington …
Read More »Tell us about a winter trip in southern Europe
After the heat and crowds of high summer, southern Europe takes on a new charm out of season. The winter months can be a wonderful time for exploring hiking and biking trails, day trips to cultural sites (minus the queues) and long, lazy lunches. From Portugal to Cyprus, Spain to …
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Roberto Firmino’s family suffered a tragic loss as his father, José Roberto Cordeiro de Oliveira, 62, died due to a heart attack during a trip to Dubai. Liverpool legend Roberto Firmino has lost his father to the cold hands of death after the 62-year-old suffered a heart attack during a …
Read More »Portable makes money rain in his neighborhood after returning from his Europe trip
A video of singer Portable splashing money on people in his neighbourhood has gone viral. He decided to gift them the cash shortly after he returned from his European trip. Watch the video below View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogofficial) The post Portable makes money rain in his neighborhood after …
Read More »Keeping it surreal: my Dalí-inspired art trip to Catalonia
I have been made in these rocks. Here have I shaped my personality,” Salvador Dalí said of the landscape around his home of Portlligat, plus neighbouring Cadaqués and Cap de Creus. Dalí lived in this village for most of his life, setting up home in a fishing hut from 1930. …
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Going to the cinema to watch a movie is one of the many ways to unwind and for many, the weekend is the only chance they get. Many have never gone as they fear the uncertainty that comes with the experience but trust that it’s nothing to stress over. There …
Read More »No. 12 Lady Vols wrap up road trip with sweep of Bama
7 hours ago Tennessee Athletics Photo: Tennessee Athletics TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – For the seventh time in the last eight matches, the No. 12 Tennessee Lady Vols swept their opponent, besting Alabama 3-0 (25-14, 25-23, 25-18) at Foster Auditorium on Wednesday night. The Big Orange (14-1, 5-0 SEC) got off to …
Read More »Tell us about a great eco skiing trip in Europe – you could win a holiday voucher
There are ways to cut down on your carbon footprint on a ski trip in the mountains. We’d like to hear about your best no-fly, eco-friendly ski holidays in Europe with recommendations of sustainably run resorts, accommodation and eco initiatives. If you have a relevant photo, do send it in …
Read More »Pews, picnics and pedalling: my cycle trip through Herefordshire – with a toddler in tow
“East is at the top of the map, south on the right, west is at the bottom and north you’ll find here on the left … ” I stood looking at the guide in Hereford Cathedral who was uttering these frankly insane words and gripped my OS map tightly. About …
Read More »What Nigeria can learn about agricultural development from my China field trip
Like other developing countries, agriculture was undeveloped in the early to mid-nineties, like other areas of China’s economy. However, the basis of development started with the land reforms that the Communist Party of China established. The fact that all land now belongs to the government made it possible for …
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