Life & Style
In old Damascus, war threatens Syrian handicrafts
January 10, 2016
In old Damascus, war threatens Syrian handicrafts
In his cramped workshop in Damascus, Mohammad Abdallah delicately etches away at wooden panels inlaid with mother-of-pearl, a craft he…
Electric bike revolution spinning profits for Dutch firms
January 10, 2016
Electric bike revolution spinning profits for Dutch firms
On the busy assembly line at Gazelle, one of the top Dutch bike manufacturers, a quiet revolution is taking place:…
New US diet rule gets mixed response on social media
January 10, 2016
New US diet rule gets mixed response on social media
A new health guideline suggesting people should cut consumption of sugar while increasing intake of meat, coffee and cholesterol-heavy foods…
Exercise prescriptions important for type 2 diabetes
January 10, 2016
Exercise prescriptions important for type 2 diabetes
Patients with type 2 diabetes should be given exercise “prescriptions” that specify the type, duration, intensity and frequency of workouts,…
2016’s top trending destinations
January 9, 2016
2016’s top trending destinations
Airbnb has named Chuo-ku in Osaka, Japan the top trending destination of 2016, after the neighbourhood famous for its historic…
New US diet rule gets mixed response on social media
January 9, 2016
New US diet rule gets mixed response on social media
A new health guideline suggesting people should cut consumption of sugar while increasing intake of meat, coffee and cholesterol-heavy foods…
CNN Style: Dylan Jones -The making of a male style icon
January 8, 2016
CNN Style: Dylan Jones -The making of a male style icon
Perhaps it's still safe to assume that men might need a little more help than women when it comes to…
CNN:World events that’ll shake up your 2016 vacation
January 8, 2016
CNN:World events that’ll shake up your 2016 vacation
For travelers, the 2016 calendar promises a string of huge events that not only offer the perfect excuse to get…
CNN:Dolce & Gabbana debuts line of hijabs and abayas
January 8, 2016
CNN:Dolce & Gabbana debuts line of hijabs and abayas
Luxury fashion brand Dolce & Gabbana is eschewing its signature sexy silhouettes for something a little more modest -- for…
When everybody buckles up, front seat may be safer than back
January 8, 2016
When everybody buckles up, front seat may be safer than back
When everyone in a car buckles up, passengers in front may be safer than riders in the back, and seat…