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“Oh, God,” purred the Iranian, “I’m so happy to have some people!” We paused our frantic cross-table whispering as a member ...

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Dr Linda Meyer, Managing Director of The Independent Institute of Education’s Rosebank College and Oxbridge Academy, encourages students to embrace the opportunities and responsibilities of university ...

Every community, every town, every city, possesses a hidden gem, a unique and special place its residents may not even know exists. Perhaps it is a historical building or out-of-the-way restaurant or, ...

Five of the UK’s best spring walks to make you feel alive - Once spring has sprung, it’s time to take to the trails ...

Poinsettias originated in Mexico and Central America where they grow up to 13 feet tall on the Pacific side of the map. According to sources, Aztecs called them cuetlaxóchitl. Later, due to their ...

Nestled in the heart of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, Martinak State Park is a hidden gem that packs a punch. This pint-sized paradise offers a smorgasbord of natural wonders and outdoor adventures ...

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Pruning a fig tree annually is the gardener's secret to maintaining a happy and healthy tree. It promotes fruit production ...