BMW X2 – New priorities
The new BMW X2 moves away from its predecessor in many ways. It’s bigger, bolder and, ultimately, better. Just not as beautiful. When the first X2 came out in 2017,
The Portuguese Polyphony – The Bagpipes – A Gaita de Foles
The skirl of the pipes and the whirl of the kilt have been part of the traditional music and dance in the highlands of Northern Portugal since the 12th century.
A tale of Dona Gertie and her Quinta do Marquês
It was in 1985 that I made the first of several visits to the Quinta da Torre de Santo António, situated near Torres Novas. At that time, it was owned
Gender pronouns and children in schools
One of the most controversial topics both in education and at home in recent years has been centred around the use of pronouns to identify children in the classroom. Educators
Namaste London
When I was growing up, my parents took great care in teaching us good manners and, along with the rest of it, a lot of time was also spent on
Agriculture and drought
My recent presentation to the Algarve History Association covered the Industries of the Algarve, ranging from fisheries to salt, from fig production to golf and to canning. Time was too
Money laundering – What does it mean and how to avoid
When someone suggested to me some years ago that the introduction of washable bank notes in the UK could facilitate money laundering (ML), I knew then there was a need
“Is Portugal right for me?”
As the host of a daily breakfast show about life in Portugal, as well two weekly webinars, a private network and several social media groups, it’s fair to say I
Adult ADHD and coaching – A brief introduction
Let me take you on a journey of my personal experience because – and I can’t emphasize enough – when you’ve met someone with ADHD, you just met one person
Periodontitis? Run away from it if you want to keep your teeth!
Periodontitis is commonly known as gum disease. It is estimated to affect approximately 65% of the adult population and its evolution becomes chronic. Periodontitis is a disease that affects the