The danger of melting ice

An adventurer who has walked to both the North and South Poles, enduring even ice in his underwear, seeks to tell the world about the global perils of melting ice.

Max Mara launches eco-line

New collection features four garments made from recycled fabric.

Trek through Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam

Forget yoga retreats, says this writer. If you want to find yourself in South-East Asia, try learning to dive, or jump on a motorbike.

DIY scrubbing toy made of sponge

Get kids to clean up after themselves with a DIY scrubbing toy.

Amputees put thoughts in motion

Amputees are helping to advance thought-controlled prosthetic technology.

Steady on the ball

Teacher uses exercise balls to control squirming students.

Still smiling at 40

The universe of Playmobil’s cheerful little toy people is constantly expanding as it hits the four-decade mark.

A moving Christmas tale

Will the columnist make it into her new home before the Yuletide celebrations?

Salmon Gravlax

Bingeing on box sets

Look up a box set for a loved one or yourself this holiday season. Here are some picks from local record shops.