The origins of Christmas decoration
A Christian bishop in Turkey, some 900 years after the event, wrote that his members were “crowning” their doors with decorations and celebrating…
UKIP wins at Rochester and Strood, where the biggest competition was for the wooden spoon
UKIP’s victory in the Rochester & Strood By-Election was far from certain at the start of the campaign. But by the polling day, it was…
Virtual Reality Tech may soon make “going shopping” in real life obsolete
Online high-street shops have become commonplace and offer new ways to interact with customers. The consumer has become used to using different devices…
Homes through time: Some homes can reflect social change over a century
In 1995, I took advantage of this opportunity by purchasing a semi-detached home in Wolvercote in north Oxford. The house was built in…
The Role of Panel Beaters: Restoring Vehicle Safety After Accidents
After a vehicle accident, it is crucial to restore the damaged vehicle to its optimal condition. It is important for the safety of…
Why Roof Maintenance Is Critical To Prepare Homes for Harsh Weather
Maintaining a sturdy roof ensures the overall stability and longevity of any residential property in Cranbourne. This Melbourn suburb is known to have…
How to protect copycat butterflies from predators
The two species (Heliconius nima at the top and Melinaea co-mime on the bottom), both taste bad to predators, and have similar markings…
China’s biggest holiday, the Lunar New Year
The Lunar New Year is the most important of all China’s holidays. It is also known as Spring Festival (Chun Jie) or Chinese…
Are you planning to hit the beach this summer
Australia has the longest coastline in the world. It’s full of life in all sizes and shapes – from dolphins jumping offshore to…
The Nazis’ co-option of Christmas
Adolf Hitler, the newly-appointed Nazi Party leader, gave a Christmas address to a crowd of excited people in 1921. Undercover police observers reported…