More Travelers Aim for Break from Technology, Report Says Posted February 29, 2020 Digital detoxes, or periods of time when using electronic devices are deliberately avoided, are becoming popular among travelers, a report says. Black Tomato, …
Cruise Ship Sets Sail to Visit All Seven Continents Posted February 22, 2020 The Silver Whisper ship has embarked on a journey around the world to visit all seven continents. Silversea Cruises, which owns the Silver Whisper ship, is
Nutritionists Warn Vegans about Lack of Important Vitamin Posted February 15, 2020 Experts have warned about the risks of vitamin B12 deficiency among vegans and recommended ways on how to get sufficient levels of the vitamin. A vegan diet is…
Thailand Volunteer Group Creates Floating Crosswalks to Improve Road Safety Posted February 7, 2020 A volunteer group in Thailand created 3D crosswalks to make roads safer for pedestrians. Students and volunteers used optical illusions to mak…
Air New Zealand Replaces Disposable Cups with Ones Made of Biscuit Posted January 28, 2020 As part of its commitment to curb its plastic use, Air New Zealand has introduced coffee cups that can be eaten. The airline reportedly serves around eight mil…
Study Suggests Music Is Universal Posted January 20, 2020 A study found that some songs originating from different cultures and societies share common patterns, suggesting that music is universal. Samuel Mehr, the study’s lead author,…
Young US Workers Feel Guilty about Taking Vacations Posted January 13, 2020 Younger workers in the United States tend to feel guilty about taking vacations, according to a new report. Online travel agency Priceline commissioned Savanta, a market resear…
Queen Elizabeth II Quits Wearing Animal Fur Posted December 28, 2019 Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-reigning monarch of the United Kingdom, will no longer wear real animal fur. According to the Queen’s dresser and confidante, t…
Prada Secures Sustainability-Linked Loan Posted December 24, 2019 Luxury brand Prada has entered into a loan agreement worth €50 million as part of its pledge to become more sustainable. The five-year loan agreement with Créd…
20-Year-Old Student Saves Environment by Not Buying New Clothes Posted December 2, 2019 Ella Kim-Marriott, a 20-year-old student from Vancouver, Canada, challenged herself to do without new clothes in an effort to protect the environment. Ella, an…