Classical music choices for Christmas 2024
Enjoyable seasonal music Two recently released recordings could make for rewarding listening during the 12 days of festivities which celebrate the birth of Christ. The first is aptly titled “Music
Family hypercholesterolemia: early diagnosis is essential
Familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) is one of the most common causes of coronary heart disease. It is estimated that there will be 35 million people with familial FH worldwide. This condition
The ancient origins of cider
The story of cider begins with the apple, a fruit whose origins stretch back to the wild forests of Central Asia, particularly the Tien Shan mountains in what is now
Euthanasia: the right to death with dignity
On November 29, the British Parliament resolved by votes of 330 to 275 a motion to alter, in a very restricted manner, the law which relates to assisted dying. For
Linen-etc.’s guide to 2024 home décor and soft furnishing trends
As we approach the festive season, our homes become the focal point for gatherings and celebrations. In 2024, the home décor landscape blends sustainability, comfort, and personal expression, catering to
Have I failed to appreciate the role that Portugal’s rivers played in her economy and defence?
A 12th century Templar tower is the start point of today’s trip which tracks a section of Central Portugal’s river Zêzere, whose full 214 kilometres starts high up in the
Off Grid and Ignorant in Portugal: Real people – and how they do things
I’ve recently realised we don’t live like real people. When real people have a problem, they call someone – a workman, an expert, a master technician, Ghostbusters, or whoever it
London Calling November 2024: Making a good impression
Possibly the most famous French Impressionist artist, Claude Monet painted some of his finest works of art not in France but in the UK capital. Monet was fascinated by sunrises
Portugalidade – A cultural treasury of traditional song, dance and poetry
Folkways Recordings is the non-profit label of the US Smithsonian Institution. Over the past century, it has collated into one archive a vast variety of sounds collected from global sources.
The most common sports injuries
We all want to stay healthy and fit and exercising regularly is certainly a good way to achieve this goal. We noticed that more and more people get into some