Author: Gavin Haines

The John Morden retirement centre in south London has been named the UK’s best new building by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). The facility, designed with the principles of biophilic design, is intended to enable dementia-friendly wayfinding and active involvement in the community. The building was constructed around a mature cedar tree that… Continue reading Revealed: the UK’s ‘best’ new buildings

This week, the UK made some significant strides in multiple areas, with cities and nations alike implementing important changes to better the lives of their citizens. First, the English city of Hull led the charge when they approved a ‘right to grow’ scheme, allowing people the ability to grow produce on unused council land. The… Continue reading What went right this week: the good news you should know about

Despite ongoing violence and turmoil in the Middle East, there are grassroots groups that remain committed to achieving peace in the region. Here is a breakdown of some of these groups and their efforts towards a resolution: 1. Standing Together, Israel: This movement, considered the largest Arab-Jewish grassroots group in Israel, has mobilized Jewish and… Continue reading Bridging the divide: 12 groups working for Israel-Palestine peace

The 2023 Wildlife Photographer of the Year winners have been announced. This year’s winning shots aim to focus on our impact on nature, both positively and negatively. The competition will feature a number of pictures that judges hope will serve as a catalyse for change on human treatment of the environment. In the waters surrounding… Continue reading Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2023: the winning images