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Africa
February 2nd, 2011Senegal In 94% Muslim Senegal, it’s perfectly acceptable for the bride not to attend her own wedding ceremony. On the big day, male friends and relatives of the couple meet at the mosque, where an arranged dowry is paid to the bride’s father, ceremonial kola nuts are handed to guests and [...]
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Culture
February 2nd, 2011Matt Bochenski declares The Fighter a knockout movie, marvels at Mahler’s Resurrection and thumbs through A Dip in the Ocean
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Trend Watch
February 2nd, 2011Rainbow lighting It’s time to bring some joie de vivre to interiors with exuberantly hued pendant lighting. Here’s a technicolour trio to inspire you The future for pendant lighting is bright; the future’s orange… and purple and mint. For starters, the super-elegant, geometrically inspired Semi, originally designed in 1967 by [...]
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Diary
February 2nd, 2011Veolia Environnement Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition
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Drive
February 2nd, 2011Electric warrior Nissan LEAF named European Car of the Year 2011 In a historic moment for Nissan and zero-emission vehicles, the 100% electric Nissan LEAF has been awarded 2011 European Car of the Year. The world’s first mass-marketed, affordable, zero-emission vehicle for the global market beat 40 contenders to secure the most [...]
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Love is… not always wrapped in plastic
February 2nd, 2011Following hard on the heels of Christmas consumption, Valentine’s Day can be an eco headache – so get inspired to be both romantic and thoughtful
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TREND: Mad for plaid
February 2nd, 2011It’s all about checks this season Whoever said plaid should be limited to cold winters or the Wild West was just plain wrong. Americana has never looked so cool as in this season’s checked must-haves. Whether you favour a New England prep style, as in Gant’s Ivy League shirts and blazers, or [...]
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Food & Drink
February 2nd, 2011Few countries are so closely identified with chocolate as Belgium. The term ‘Belgian chocolates’ instantly conjures up images of freshly filled pralines, so it’s hard to imagine that this type of chocolate was unknown before 1912. Jean Neuhaus invented the praline after developing a new type of [...]
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Interview: Catarina Portas
February 2nd, 2011Portuguese retail entrepreneur Catarina Portas started her career making hats with a local milliner before becoming a journalist focusing on fashion. She now runs the retro shops A Vida Portuguesa in Lisbon and Porto; Richard Bence talks to her about reviving Portugal’s past while looking to the future
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Food & drink
January 1st, 2011Kick-start 2011 with mood-boosting foods that will leave you feeling fit for anything
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Eco
January 1st, 2011Make this the year of the environment with top green-living tips by three high-profile eco campaigners from around the world
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Sleep
January 1st, 2011We rest our heads among Renaissance frescoes in Florence, conceptual art in Brussels and art deco decadence in London
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Culture
January 1st, 2011Danny Boyle’s latest, 127 Hours, boasts the Brit director’s hallmark authenticity, while singer-songwriter Adele puts X Factor hopefuls in the shade
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Africa
January 1st, 2011We find the luxury hideaways that have it all, including support for local ecosystems and communities
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Interview
January 1st, 2011We meet world-famous opera singer Plácido Domingo as he nears his 70th birthday and mulls over past glories and future projects
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Drive
January 1st, 2011The Nissan GT-R gets a power boost and Citroën gets sporty, while a Volkswagen breaks long-distance driving records
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Diary
January 1st, 2011Must-see events and exhibitions across the network during January and beyond
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Fashion & Beauty
January 1st, 2011Stay ahead of the style set with the latest trends and hottest products
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Design
January 1st, 2011Interior design pieces that will brighten up the new year with their combined practicality and beauty
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Eco
December 1st, 2010Our tips for a greener Christmas will help you enjoy the holiday season safe in the knowledge that you’re doing your bit
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Interview
December 1st, 2010We chat to Tommy Hilfiger about his charity work, where he likes to stay when in Belgium, and his all-American brand
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Africa
December 1st, 2010Find out how Brussels Airlines’ African destinations will be celebrating the festive season and welcoming the New Year
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Culture
December 1st, 2010Daft Punk go back to the future with their soundtrack for the rebooted TRON and low-budget flick Monsters punches above its weight
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Design
December 1st, 2010Hot tips for the home: this month, it’s all about bringing the great outdoors inside
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Sleep
December 1st, 2010We camp out with the Camper shoe brand at Berlin’s laid-back Casa Camper hotel, and rate the reined-in Philippe Starck interiors of Venice’s Palazzina Grassi
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Diary
December 1st, 2010Must-see events and exhibitions across the network during December and beyond
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Drive
December 1st, 2010Jaguar’s electric supercar concept has our reporter raring to go for a test drive
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Food & drink
December 1st, 2010December is a month for indulging, whether it’s raising a glass to Christmas or sampling fine truffles
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Design
November 1st, 2010Hot tips for the home: this month, it’s all about recycled products that revel in their past glories
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