Science tells us that spending time in a garden is excellent for our health and well-being. We’ve always intuitively felt that, but its great to have validation from the experts. So where will you go to get your dose of Vitamin-G this spring and summer? To help you find the best spots, we’ve shared our top picks of the best gardens in Europe, in Asia, the United States; and Central and South America. Now we share the best gardens in the Middle East and Africa.
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Can a Strong Woman ever be Deemed Likable?
Research shows that the more women succeed, the less likable they become. What is it about likability that absolutely seems to elude women leaders? And why does likability even matter? In fact, what does likability even mean? The new phrase summarizing the dilemma faced by women who already have or are seeking positions of authority is “the Likability Trap.” Name a senior woman leader in an important field of endeavor who is routinely described as likable. Anyone? Anybody? Can a strong woman ever be deemed likable?
How to Talk Sports This Week: May 12, 2019
This Week in Sports Talk (TWIST) is our weekly recap to help you learn how to talk about sports right now. If you’re just starting to learn about sports, or want a quick summary of the headlines, or even if you just want to fake a modicum of sports knowledge at work or at the bar, read on. Here’s how to talk to a sports fan the week of May 12, 2019.
What are the Best Museum Gift Shops in the World?
Love visiting museums? Love to shop, too? You’d think that it would be really easy to combine these two delightful pastimes. But sadly, in many cases the iconic art museums of the world are sadly lacking when it comes to compelling retail stores and interesting merchandise for sale. For those who are inclined to imbibe deeply from the cups of both culture and commerce, our intrepid correspondent Jillian Tangen has tracked down the best museum gift shops in the world.
Beauty and Grace at the Wallace Collection in London
On a recent visit to London, we had just enough down time to visit a house museum near Mayfair that came highly recommended. The Wallace Collection has been open to the public as a museum for over 100 years, and it’s a wonderful experience. Here’s a photo journal of the beauty and grace we saw and felt at The Wallace Collection in London.