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Monday, March 17, 2025

Organic soybean seeds and hemp sacks: sustainable vegan protein

The nutritional advantages of green split peas, a sustainable, vegan-friendly source of pea protein

A woman prepares sustainable protein and fresh vegetables in kitchen

The nutritional benefits of soy milk along with an extensive selection of soy-based food and beverage products

The health benefits of green split peas, a sustainable source of vegan pea protein

Sustainable protein sources: guide to alternatives

Learn about plant-based, insect, and algae proteins shaping the future of food sustainability

The Birthday of Plato Celebrated in the Villa di Careggi by Lorenzo the Magnificent

A simplified model of social dementia

A guide to progress though mitigation of societal vulnerability

A young couple sharing intimate moments, holding hands with a deep connection

Exploring preferences in romantic relationships

How physical, intellectual, and emotional qualities shape what men and women seek in partner

A man rides on the back of an elephant in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India, experiencing the majestic beauty of this historic city

Hidden gems and unique experiences with Manish Kotwal

Travel insights from a business voyager’s journey across diverse cities

On the Street

Jaro Cathedral in Iloilo City, Philippines

Architecture & Design

The Philippine's most beautiful churches

A legacy of Spanish colonialism

Person using a phone with a search bar visible, showcasing AI-driven search results and Google’s latest search engine advancements

Science & Technology

How AI overviews are transforming search engine results

The technology behind AI overviews, their impact on search efficiency, and their current limitations

Moly in the comfort of a loving home

A letter to my dog

A very long journey unveiling Pre-Raphaelite stained glass

Victorian and Pre-Raphaelite stained glass unveiled

An interview with Alastair Carew-Cox

An image depicting a woman with a cascade of money showering down around her

Economy & Politics

The philosophy of financial freedom

A path to prosperity and fulfilment

Chateau de Flawinne, Photo Fenouil

Oh Camelot, My Camelot

Part the Fourth. The After Concert and the Abby Yonder

Architecture & Design

The lush greenery within the glass dome of the building illustrates the concept of regenerative design, where buildings create and renew their own resources

Using nature as a blueprint in architecture

Regenerative design, biomimicry, and ecomimicry are the secrets to next-generation architecture

Embedded skull and bones details, Ossuary Chapel, Church of San Bernardino alle Ossa, Milan, Italy

Sacred bones: the macabre beauty of San Bernardino alle Ossa

Milan’s haunting chapel of bones and the deep reflection on mortality

Art

Rescues in Time: Yang Mao-Lin’s Journey of the Hero Within MoCA Taipei, photographs: Anpis photo

Yang Mao-lin at MoCA Taipei

The journey of the hero within

Mark Rothko's painting from 1944 is a prime example of Abstract Expressionism

Universal and cultural power of colour in abstract art

Colour's emotional impact and cultural meanings in abstract expression

Culture

Annibale Carracci (1560–1609), The Choice of Heracles

Resilience: Maya's journey and the trials of Heracles

Exploring the transformative power of perseverance in mythology and modern life

A cheerful woman sits in a cozy café, engrossed in a book, radiating warmth and joy as she enjoys her peaceful moment surrounded by the inviting ambiance

How moving to Ireland unveiled my passion for writing

From Irish literature to discovering my voice and career in journalism

Economy & Politics

The crystal-clear blue waters and pristine sands of Mindanao's beaches stand as a testament to the region’s untouched natural beauty and potential for sustainable tourism development

Mindanao's rise: from land of promise to land of fulfilment

Peace, progress, and prosperity shaping the region's future

Close-up of a female doctor's eye as she wears a protective mask, conveying focus and determination

Health professionals and human rights learning

Focus on biomedical training neglects social justice and political engagement

Entertainment

A beautiful Japanese woman in a black long-sleeve shirt playing the harp on a street in Kyoto, Japan

The timeless elegance of the harp

The origins, evolution, and cultural significance of the harp

In the spotlight of creativity, the drag queen's eye makeup sparkles with bold colours, reflecting the vibrant spirit of self-expression that defines the art of drag

Drag race revolution: South Africa leads LGBTQIA+ progress

How hosting Ru Paul's iconic franchise sparks hope for change across Africa

Fashion

Intense and focused, this model's stare mirrors the fashion industry's urgent shift towards climate resilience and sustainable practices in 2024

The fashion industry insight report 2024

Navigating the fashion industry's future challenges, opportunities, and strategies

Pile of shopping bags in a mall, illustrating the impact of fast fashion

The hidden cost of fast fashion

How constant consumption is harming mental health

Feature

A majestic whale swimming freely in the wild, captured in striking black and white

Under the lens of blaze-red ray

Rage, reflection, and the fragile weight of existence

Jean carrying a reluctant Stardance, The Wild Bunch Ranch

Stardance: recollection of a beautiful passing

A wolf's final days and our healing process

Food & Wine

A human head filled with healthy foods and artificial intelligence, representing the fusion of functional foods and biohacking nutrition

Functional foods and biohacking through nutrition

The new frontier of functional foods for mind and body optimization

Young Woman in the Kitchen, Andrea Commodi (1560–1638)

Giovan Battista Crisci’s culinary masterpiece

La Lucerna de Corteggiani: Southern Italy's culinary legacy

Science & Technology

History and future of aviation: progress and innovation

From the Wright Brothers to supersonic flight

A cute boy enjoying donuts surrounded by flowers on a vibrant yellow desk

Delaying gratification, an indispensable skill

How delaying immediate rewards, for better ones later, can help you reach your goals

Sport

Soccer fans cheering their team, a man with a camera recording

From oil fields to football fields

Saudi Arabia’s game plan: sportswashing and the pursuit of global power and prestige

A man holding a credit card in front of his laptop

The struggle of sports betting addiction

Steven Delaney reveals the darker side of the online gambling surge

Travel

The Colosseum and Arch of Titus in Rome, Italy

Jogging through ancient Rome: a journey with the Gods

Iconic landmarks and mythology on a scenic running tour of Rome

One of Rome's many beautiful plazas, Rome, Italy

A Roman holiday perched high above the city

This five-star hotel provides the ultimate luxury: relaxation

Wellness

A woman stands in an open field, holding a flowing cloth that dances with the wind, symbolizing freedom and connection to nature

The voice of the inner critic: rescuer or oppressor?

How to break free and embrace your true self

Illustration of a bright Pisces symbol with blue fish, representing the New Moon in Pisces

Losing yourself is also finding yourself again

March Full Moon of Pisces

Explore the Calendar

Worldwide San Francisco Zurich Stuttgart Lisbon Montreal London Washington Vienna Honolulu Milan Bern St Petersburg Bloomington Sidney Munich Chicago Prague Lucca Philadelphia Warsaw Cambridge Seoul

Frederick Ballet, Twilight serenity. Courtesy of Pleiades Gallery

Whispers of color, subtle stories of imagined reality

18 Mar — 12 Apr 2025 at the Pleiades Gallery in New York, United States

Alighiero Boetti, Aerei (detail), 1989. Courtesy of Ben Brown Fine Arts

Embellishing the sky

19 Mar — 4 Jun 2025 at the Ben Brown Fine Arts in London, United Kingdom

Andersens erzählungen (Andersen’s stories). Courtesy of Residenztheater

Andersens erzählungen (Andersen’s stories)

19 Mar 2025 at the Residenztheater in Munich, Germany

Marc Aldine, The doge's palace, Venice. Courtesy of Cotswold Art Antiques

Cotswold Art Antiques's new fair

20 — 23 Mar 2025 at Cotswold Art Antiques in London, United Kingdom

Andy Denzler, Shattered figures I, 2025. Courtesy of Opera Gallery

20 Mar — 12 Apr 2025 at the Opera Gallery in New York, United States

Rebeca Romero, Gathering, 2025. Courtesy of Copperfield Gallery

20 Mar — 17 May 2025 at Copperfield in London, United Kingdom

Monira Al Qadiri, Choreography of alien technology, 2023. Courtesy of Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma. Photoby Markus Tretter

Monira Al Qadiri

21 Mar — 7 Sep 2025 at the Kiasma in Helsinki, Finland

Spark Art Fair 2024, exhibition view. Courtesy of Spark Art Fair. Photo by Robert Bodnar

Spark Art Fair Vienna. Unique solo presentations

21 — 23 Mar 2025 at Spark Art Fair in Vienna, Austria

Alice Bucknell, Staring at the sun. Courtesy of Mudac

Soleils. The Solar Biennale 2

21 Mar — 21 Sep 2025 at the Mudac in Lausanne, Switzerland

L’amante anglaise. Courtesy of Théâtre de l'Odéon

L’amante anglaise

21 Mar — 13 Apr 2025 at the Théâtre de l'Odéon in Paris, France

Orlando. Courtesy of the Schaubühne am Lehniner Platz

21 — 30 Mar 2025 at the Schaubühne am Lehniner Platz in Berlin, Germany

Erwan Boulloud, Multivers coffee table, 2024. Courtesy of Twenty First Gallery

21 Mar — 16 May 2025 at the Twenty First Gallery in New York, United States

Jaune Quick-
to-See Smith, Petroglyph park (detail), 1987. Courtesy of LewAllen Galleries

Jaune Quick-to-See Smith. Art of memories told

21 Mar — 19 Apr 2025 at LewAllen Galleries in Santa Fe, United States

Elger Esser, Mont Saint Michel IX, 2022. Courtesy of Flowers Gallery

21 Mar — 26 Apr 2025 at the Flowers Gallery in London, United Kingdom

Berndnaut Smilde, Vertical visibility, painting in exhibition. Courtesy of Ronchini Gallery

Vertical visibility

21 Mar — 15 May 2025 at the Ronchini Gallery in London, United Kingdom

Kaye Lim, Green gauntlets, 2025. Courtesy of GR Gallery

21 Mar — 19 Apr 2025 at the GR Gallery in New York, United States

Tschabalala Self, Lonely girls #2, 2023. Courtesy of Galerie Eva Presenhuber

Zeichnungen und drucke (Drawings and prints)

21 Mar — 10 May 2025 at the Galerie Eva Presenhuber in Vienna, Austria

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