Author: Angela Garwood

In an age dominated by constant noise and digital distractions, taking time out for silence can seem radical. Angela Garwood, a self-proclaimed chatterbox and performer whose world revolves around voice and words, decided to embrace stillness by attending a silent retreat on the Sussex coast. The retreat took place at Gayles, a serene converted farm… Continue reading The sound of stillness: what happened when I stopped filling the silence

This passage describes BGC’s Charity Day, an annual event where celebrities and traders come together to raise funds for charity by donating 100% of their trading commissions on that day. The event started in the aftermath of 9/11, when Cantor Fitzgerald, BGC’s parent company, lost 658 employees. Key points: – Celebrities like Harry Redknapp, Dame… Continue reading What if giving away a day’s revenue was the best day of your year?

A housing approach that prioritizes providing individuals with permanent accommodation before addressing other challenges in their lives has demonstrated remarkable success. This model’s key principles are now being integrated into England’s updated strategy to combat rough sleeping. In 2022, Michael found himself homeless in Plymouth and struggled to access adequate support. Acting on impulse, he… Continue reading How ‘housing first’ is helping people leave rough sleeping behind

The “Penguins with Attitude” exhibition is part of a new immersive experience in London this autumn that celebrates ten years of the Nikon Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards. Opening on 12 September, the event showcases 91 of the funniest and most memorable wildlife photographs from the competition, displayed at full scale across seven natural habitats, accompanied… Continue reading Celebrating 10 years of the Nikon Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards

The article highlights the vital role of play-based interventions in supporting children affected by displacement and war-related trauma. Specifically: – Play is more than just physical activity; it’s about engaging children interactively to help them learn, regain control, and build routines disrupted by conflict. – Millions of children worldwide, especially in conflict zones like the… Continue reading The right to play: displaced by conflict

Seven years following the introduction of London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (Ulez), attention has shifted from solely monitoring pollution levels to examining how improved air quality directly influences human health, particularly in children. Since Ulez’s launch in April 2019 with the goal of reducing traffic-related pollution, researchers have moved beyond measuring emissions and vehicle counts… Continue reading London’s Ulez linked to healthier lung growth in children

Finding it difficult to carve out time for creativity? Here are five straightforward approaches to help you reconnect with your artistic side and integrate creativity into your daily routine. Firstly, practicing art regularly, even in small doses, can make a significant difference. Set aside just five to fifteen minutes each day for your creative pursuits.… Continue reading Art attack: five habits to help you get (back) into art

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