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Japan as an island nation has always held a certain exotic appeal to western countries. Its climate, culture and history have appealed over the decades, one of the reasons being that it is simply so different from our own. Out of this country have...
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Are you tired of scrounging through your closet for something, anything, to wear in the morning and not coming up with an outfit that excites you? Revamping your wardrobe doesn't necessarily mean replacing everything you own or buying a lot of...
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It's easier than ever to be green, as healthier alternatives have finally found the acclaim they deserve. Matcha tea has become a commonplace flavour in the dessert world, including those of famed Belgian chocolatier Godiva. And this is a trend that...
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As the UK have revelled in an extended heatwave this year—or can we now just call it a summer?—people have drawn comparisons to the scorcher of 1976 when temperatures tipped 35℃ on on England’s south coast, and although Faversham, Kent,...
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The festive season is as gruelling as it is enjoyable: peak-shopping, seemingly endless travel, and hours spent pampering and preening for a slew of drunken parties. Desperate for a break, the holidays will have spun past before you realised they...
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Booking rooms by the hour may’ve earned a bad reputation over the years — words like seedy, motel and neon (crackling) spring to mind — as the gutters of the United States' long and never-ending roads are jam-packed with digs that provide such...
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Artisan is the new buzzword, kids. And with good reason: Etsy, the Brooklyn company that set its revival in motion, is now valued at over $1 billion. The once homely arts and craft scene is finally more than just a movement, the artisan revolution...
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Sure, there was the usual bout of fashion week madness - insane headgear (Giles Deacon), post-apocalyptic streetwear (Ashish) and cute bunny rabbit make-up (Ryan Lo) - but, on the whole, the recent cluster of international fashion weeks have shown...
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In the second of our posts that look back to our favourite features from 2012, in the hope that they'll continue to shape trends, themes and influences for creativity in 2013 - we're highlighting the pioneering spirit of doing it for yourself,...
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Britain hasn't seen an influx of Nordic folk on this scale since they were pillaging their way around our villages a thousand odd years back, but this time around they are all about giving, especially in the area of London...
London
Champagne and hotdogs? Of Course! Why has no-one thought of it before? Well probably because champagne is (largely) overpriced shit, and hotdogs are (usually) made from the mechanically-recovered fifth quarter of some extremely unfortunate...
The Edit
Ah, Lolcats! Both funny and bizarre, they’re responsible for much of the planet's many hours spent slacking off at work. An internet sensation, the cheeky moggies are posted by anyone and everyone - and now, they're the inspiration for LOLCAT...
City Notes
Toronto pizzeria, North of Brooklyn, open their 7th property, the small chain setting up home at 1728 Avenue Road, Toronto, with a beautiful new restaurant built by Carbon Build, and brought to life by Montreal-based architecture and design studio...
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Marcel Duchamp dressed as the Joker in Tim Burton’s Batman; a Garfield telephone and a Bart Simpson water bottle as part of an ode to a Claes Oldenburg classic. Sylvester the Cat and Dolly Parton; Eminem covering himself in mustard. Whether...
City Notes
Located within an architecturally rich 1947 building, Hotel San Fernando is a reimagined hotel from hospitality group Bunkhouse. Set across five floors, the boutique property is home to 19 guest rooms, a lobby bar and lounge, as well as a rooftop...
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Festivals are awash with acts and performances that define ‘moments’ in time. Moments in their careers, moments that define a sound or a scene. Ageing headliners who triumph for one last time; young upstarts who reach a juncture in their career....
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In today's fast-paced world, snacking has evolved from being an occasional indulgence to a regular part of our daily lives. Whether it's a mid-morning pick-me-up, an afternoon energy boost, or a late-night craving, snacking serves as a comforting...
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Just because you’ve hit your 60s doesn’t mean that your sex life has to go out the window. In fact, many people your age are just starting to explore their sexuality more and the best senior swingers dating sites are where it’s at. Gone are...
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It wasn’t long ago that the idea of playing slots or roulette on your phone sounded ludicrous, but now you have the best UK mobile casinos with thousands of high-quality casino games at your fingertips. To help you spare some time, we’ve...
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In today's world, the dual concerns of rising utility costs and environmental responsibility have prompted many homeowners to consider energy-efficient upgrades. In this article, we'll explore some key home improvements that not only save you money...