Forester and author Peter Wohlleben discusses the importance of doing forestry right in today’s changing climate and how he’s unravelling the hidden life of trees. The German word Waldeinsamkeit has no direct English translation. Instead, the combination of the word for forest (Wald) and solitude (Einsamkeit) evokes more of a feeling than a defi nition, …
Imagine a home that embraces the past, the present — and the timeless world of art. That’s exactly what Martha Franco Architecture & Design has achieved in a showcase redesign of a residence, built in 1912, in Westmount on the island of Montreal. It’s a romantic, artsy and sentimental city: Montreal is a huge cultural …
Brain Power’s innovative approach to teaching critical thinking positions young people to be mindful in the worlds of today and tomorrow. How to exercise critical thinking in an effort to solve a difficult problem or confront a challenging situation in life? Critical thinking is a learned behaviour that involves putting aside preconceived notions or personal …
A look inside the ultra-private Swiss luxury treatment centre specializing in highly personalized anti-aging and longevity programs. The hallmark of Swiss watches are their precision and durability. They are built to last generations. Humans, of course, are not blessed with the same qualities. Indeed, a number of recent studies have shown that markers for burnout, …
With entrepreneurs and investors facing off, Dragons’ Den puts the real into reality television. The premise is as old as ancient Egypt or Greece: someone has an idea for a business but needs people to invest the capital to make it a reality. It has continued for thousands of years — entrepreneurs seeking people to …
Nature and its elements were were undeniably the threads that weaved through the Fall-Winter 2022−2023 Haute Couture shows of Fovari, Stefan Đoković, and La Métamorphose. The shows were held in Paris’s Hôtel Le Marois, which set a striking stage for the ornate creations.
