National Geographic Traveller – SEPT 2023
Tag Archives: Reviews
Research Preview: Nature Magazine – August 3, 2023
Water crisis: how local technologies can help solve a global problem
Climate change is making water stress worse for billions worldwide. Scaling up both new and traditional solutions must be a priority.
Why heart trouble can lead to sleep trouble
An immune response triggered by cardiac disease affects the function of a gland with a key role in the sleep–wake cycle.
Futuristic Architecture: ‘Vista Villa’ – Rabani Design
Amazing Architecture (August 1, 2023) – As you step inside the villa, you are greeted with a breathtaking view of the river through the expansive glass windows. The interior design of the villa boasts tall ceilings, creating an airy and spacious atmosphere. The use of vegetation and stone in some parts of the interior, such as the master bedroom, kitchen, and living room, adds a touch of nature and tranquility to the space.
The villa’s interior design is a beautiful blend of modern and natural elements. The warm wood materials used throughout the space create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, while the tall ceilings give it a sense of grandeur. The use of vegetation and stone in some parts of the interior adds a touch of nature and serenity to the space.
In conclusion, this futuristic modern villa is a true architectural masterpiece. With its unique doublex design, round ceilings, and stunning use of materials, it stands out as a true work of art. The interior design is equally impressive, with its tall height and beautiful blend of modern and natural elements. This villa truly offers a one-of-a-kind living experience that is both luxurious and serene.
By Liliana Alvarez
Politics: The Guardian Weekly – August 4, 2023
The Guardian Weekly (August 4, 2023) – Israel in turmoil: Netanyahu’s judicial coup; Stormzy’s scholarship graduates; International fiction found in translation, and more…
‘We’re angry’: Israel tensions mount as army reservists threaten to refuse duty
Conflict over Netanyahu’s plans to overhaul judiciary is leading to new levels of civil disobedience – and potential security risks
Removing statues and renaming streets: Odesa cuts out Russia
Recent strikes targeting the southern Ukrainian city, including its orthodox cathedral, have left residents questioning its historical links to Russia
ESSAYS: CHINA’S ‘ECONOMIC MIRACLE’ HAS NOW ENDED
Economic long COVID will likely plague the Chinese economy for years.
In the weeks following the policy change, global prices of oil, copper, and other commodities rose on expectations that Chinese demand would surge. In March, then Chinese Premier Li Keqiang announced a target for real GDP growth of around five percent, and many external analysts predicted it would go far higher.
Arts/Books: Times Literary Supplement – Aug 4, 2023
Times Literary Supplement (August 4, 2023): The twilight zone – Joyce Carol Oates on the novellas of Rachel Ingalls; J.L Austin, philosopher-spy; Adam Thirlwell’s historical fantasy; Hollywood blockbusters; Poverty in the U.S. and more…
Books: The Booker Prize 2023 Longlist Announced
The Longlist
The House of Doors by Tan Twan Eng
In Ascension by Martin MacInnes
All the Little Bird-Hearts by Viktoria Lloyd-Barlow
This Other Eden by Paul Harding
How to Build a Boat by Elaine Feeney
If I Survive You by Jonathan Escoffery
Study for Obedience by Sarah Bernstein
Previews: The New Yorker Magazine – August 7, 2023
Inside the Wagner Group’s Armed Uprising
How Yevgeny Prigozhin’s private military company went from fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine to staging a mutiny at home.
By Joshua Yaffa
Revisiting My Rastafari Childhood
Babylon was everything forbidden, and looming all around us—and my father tried to protect us from it at all costs.
How an Amateur Diver Became a True-Crime Sensation
As the founder of Adventures with Purpose, Jared Leisek carved a lucrative niche in the YouTube sleuthing community. Then the sleuths came for him, Rachel Monroe writes.
Analysis: Ukraine’s Deadly ‘Storm Shadow Missiles’
Video timeline: 0:00 A weapon to help with counteroffensive 0:30 How Storm Shadow missiles work 4:31 Weaknesses 6:07 What’s next?
The weapon has three times the range of that on the HIMARS rockets in Ukraine, forcing Moscow to rethink its logistics. WSJ takes a look at how these long-range, deep-strike missiles work and why the Storm Shadow is equipped to take out key Russian command and control centers.
Finance Preview: Barron’s Magazine – July 31, 2023
BARRON’S MAGAZINE – JULY 31, 2023 ISSUE –
Disney’s Magic Will Return. It’s Time to Buy the Stock.
A renewed focus on lower costs and doing what it does best could help the media titan’s shares recover from a long slump.
Investing in Liberty Stock Is Tricky. Do It Anyway.
The Liberty Media cluster of companies is dauntingly complicated for investors. Now may be the right time to get in.
Drugmakers Want to Crush Medicare’s Pricing Power
The industry has launched a legal war against a new law that would let Medicare negotiate prices. The odds are in Big Pharma’s favor.Long read
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