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Sunday is the shortest day of the year north of the equator, where the solstice marks the start of astronomical winter. It’s ...

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Earlier this month, many attractive people filled a room in Lower Manhattan. They drank elaborate cocktails and gazed upon ...

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When the world burns red, blue is a palliative, writes . From the expanse of the sky to the glow of our screens, the colour contains a whole ocean of meaning.

Chef Gary has been working on cruise ships for nearly 17 years. He is now in charge of catering for Royal Caribbean, one of the largest cruise companies in the world. He oversees thousands of culinary ...

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Sunday marks the shortest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, signaling the start of astronomical winter.