London Calling – Some of London’s strangest tales…
This month, with your regular columnist (Richard Lamberth) in Paris, London Calling has returned to the ever-popular COLIN BAINBRIDGE for some quirky tales of the Capital and life in general.
When it might be dementia
As we age, our brains change, but Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias are not an inevitable part of aging. In fact, up to 40% of dementia cases may be prevented
Baking Bread Series: The leavening
I am absolutely fascinated with the fact that inside every bread I bake, there is a science experiment going on. Today, we shall continue the Baking Bread Series by discussing
The September 2023 Night Sky
Welcome to the September night sky. This is the month of the autumnal Equinox in the northern hemisphere. This means that the Sun is moving southward in the heavens and,
Travelling by train in Switzerland – Part 2
The second part of our Swiss Railway holiday began in the comfortable town of Brig, where we were staying for a few days. Brig has been an important road junction
Portugalidade: The essence of being Portuguese
During the year 2021, a lively debate was conducted among academics concerning a thesis published by lexicologist Dr. Vítor de Sousa, which sought a clearer translation and interpretation of the
Moving to Portugal: don’t let your dream become a nightmare
“I wish I’d done it years ago” is one of the most-uttered sentiments I hear among the recently-arrived in Portugal. This isn’t surprising, of course, in the 50-plus foreigner world
The power of choice!
When my children were still at school and the summer holidays were coming to an end, in the last week that they were off, everyone in the family was allowed
Stress – illness link – Part 1
Learning the difference between stress as a vague concept and our own personal stressors can be invaluable when we’re faced with difficult situations in our lives, at work, home and
The most in-demand villa rental features of 2023
As the Algarve continues to thrive as a top holiday destination, it means tourist expectations constantly shift. With more guests than ever before, we are able to paint a picture