Articles

Trash Man Rob Greenfield is Saving the Planet One Step at a Time

Meet Rob Greenfield. An Activist with a purpose, he’s saving the planet one footstep at a time by walking the streets of LA wearing a month’s worth of trash

by Claire Wills

Why You Should Learn to Forgive

Whether you’ve been hurt, betrayed or just slighted, forgiving others is good for your mental and physical health and gives you a sense of freedom, experts say

by Christine Fieldhouse

Octopus Numbers Surge off UK’s Cornish Coast

The number of octopuses seen along Cornwall’s coasts has skyrocketed with numbers not seen in the area for 70 years

by Nick Ames

The Unhappy Tale of the Fight to Free Happy the Melancholy Elephant

In an historic ruling, the New York Court of Appeals rules Asian elephant must stay in zoo but two of the judges claim captivity is cruel

by Karen Pasquali Jones and Nick Ames

The Man Spreading Magic Sand That Can Turn Deserts Green

Chandra Dake the man spreading ‘Magic Sand’ across the UAE, a product that could transform the thirsty desert into lush, productive farmland

by Anthea Ayache

Steve Sosebee on the Grim Reality of Life in Palestine

Three decades after launching the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF) Steve Sosebee reflects on the challenges and rewards of serving a dysfunctional and highly politicised health sector

by Samia Qaiyum

Business Guru Kate Hardcastle Talks Sustainability and the Role of Consumers

Known as The Consumer Whisperer, TV personality Kate Hardcastle MBE, gives her sustainability and business tips

by Anthea Ayache

The ComplEAT guide to the unusual food parts you didn’t know you could eat 

Food waste plays a big role in the climate crisis, but compleating – eating every edible part of our food – means delicious meals and zero waste

by Ellen Tout

Shop Green: 8 Eco-Friendly Fashion Brands Available in the UAE

As consumers rethink their shopping habits, there is an increasing demand for more sustainable fashion. Here we choose our top picks.

by Irene Feeney

Veggie Summer Delights: Just Add Sunshine!

These simple yet tasty vegetarian dishes are quick to make and are perfect for eating al fresco or inside whatever the weather

by Karen Pasquali Jones