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Could dogs with the ability to sniff out COVID-19 be coming to airports?Apr 23, 2020 • 2 min read
Researchers in London are working on intensively training dogs to help provide a rapid diagnosis of the virus.
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sportsExplorer shares amazing images of adventures to Everest and the PolesApr 23, 2020 • 2 min read
Explorer Mark Wood has published two books that tell of his amazing adventures through the world's frozen regions.
foodTuscany’s truffles have been enjoying a healthy break and rebirth as a result of coronavirusApr 23, 2020 • 2 min read
With tourism taking a halt in Italy, Tuscany's beloved truffles have been given a chance to thrive, according to one expert.
historyMissing museums? You can build your own art gallery in Nintendo's Animal CrossingApr 23, 2020 • 1 min read
Culture-lovers may enjoy a life simulation video game that allows players to build their own art gallery.
historyFun and engaging ways to celebrate World Book Day 2020 safely at homeApr 23, 2020 • 2 min read
Here’s some interesting online activities and ideas that are sure to thrill bookworms of all ages for World Book Day 2020.
festivals and eventsIn pictures: Sony Photography Awards 2020Apr 22, 2020 • 1 min read
The World Photography Organisation has announced the shortlist and category winners in the 2020 Sony World Photography Awards Open competition.
foodGermans are 'fishing' for baguettes at closed French borderApr 22, 2020 • 2 min read
Residents of a German town on the French border have found a novel way to get around travel restrictions so that they can get their daily bread from…
tvDavid Attenborough will help teach your kids geography at homeApr 22, 2020 • 2 min read
The renowned broadcaster is part of the BBC's "Bitesize Daily" educational home-schooling series in the UK.
air travelRichard Branson is offering his private island as collateral to save Virgin AtlanticApr 22, 2020 • 2 min read
The Virgin founder is hoping to use the island to get a UK government loan to help his stricken airline.
Milan reveals ambitious anti-pollution plan for life after lockdownApr 22, 2020 • 2 min read
Milan has announced an ambitious plan to make the city greener and cleaner when it emerges from lockdown, with a major focus on allocating more space on…
cruiseWATCH: What it’s like to be stuck on a cruise ship during the coronavirus outbreakApr 21, 2020 • 0 min read
As borders around the world closed to slow the spread of coronavirus, Ellen Bonaventura found herself stuck on the Norwegian Spirit cruise ship in the Indian…
wildlife and natureThis Austrian park is designed for social distancingApr 21, 2020 • 2 min read
During the pandemic many public parks and gardens closed with the worry that the rules of physical distancing are not practiced. In Vienna, all famous…
historyThis incredible Shanghai church is now an eye-catching bookstoreApr 21, 2020 • 2 min read
A distinct and striking bookshop has been unveiled inside a historical church in Shanghai, allowing visitors to peruse the aisles of a modern store built into…
air travelCould COVID-19 spell an end for the dreaded middle seat?Apr 21, 2020 • 2 min read
Several airlines are avoiding putting passengers in the centre seats to help curb the spread of COVID-19.
cocktailsStanley Tucci's Negroni guide is the lockdown distraction we need right nowApr 21, 2020 • 2 min read
Stanley Tucci has arrived - at just the right moment - to relieve our COVID-19 anxiety with a Negroni masterclass.
national parksThese lions are enjoying the absence of visitors in Kruger National ParkApr 21, 2020 • 2 min read
Kruger's resident lions are taking advantage of the absence of visitors to check out places they usually don't frequent.
cocktailsDenver winery finds a unique way to make patrons smileApr 20, 2020 • 3 min read
Locally-owned and family-run, Bigsby’s Folly in Denver, Colorado has found a unique way to connect with customers during the global quarantine.
sportsChina's new eye-popping football stadium is one of the world's biggestApr 20, 2020 • 2 min read
As China eases lockdown restrictions work is underway on building the $1.7bn football stadium for Guangzhou Evergrande, one of the top teams in China's…
hotelsSome hotels are offering gift cards that increase in value for future staysApr 20, 2020 • 2 min read
With a greatly reduced demand worldwide for hotel stays, some forward-thinking initiatives could benefit guests.
national parksAnimals come out to play in Yosemite while humans stay awayApr 20, 2020 • 2 min read
Park rangers in Yosemite National Park have joked that the animals are "having a party" as they explore the landscape in new ways without interference…
wildlife and natureThis US wildlife care center has returned dozens of birds to their natural habitatsApr 20, 2020 • 2 min read
Without spectators on hand to snap pics or interact with the animals, they're assimilating more quickly into their natural habitats, the organization says.
hotelsTravel industry unites to provide free holidays to healthcare workersApr 20, 2020 • 2 min read
A grassroots movement that started off in Spain has spread across the globe, encouraging travel businesses, hotels and B&Bs to provide free holidays to…