Good luck finding another American movie as influential as “The Wizard of Oz.” But when was the last time you really saw it? A pioneer in Technicolor innovation, a star-launching showcase for Judy Garland, and a culture-defining musical showstopper, Victor Fleming’s L. Frank Baum adaptation changed the world in 1939. This story of a Kansas farm girl who dreams of somewhere over the rainbow — and don’t we still all? — has been endlessly homaged, parodied, and remixed, but always with a loving hand. From the films of David Lynch, to the stoners who’ve hunkered down to experience the film…
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Starting your day with warm lemon water can improve your digestion, fight hunger cravings, stimulate weight loss and creates an alkaline environment in your body. A lemon contains 64% of the daily recommended intake of vitamin C, while also containing phytochemicals such as polyphenols and terpenes. Many experts suggest that you should start the day with a glass of warm lemon water. To prepare it, boil some water, leave it to cool down and add some freshly squeezed lemon juice. A glass of warm lemon water in the morning can provide your body with essential nutrients and improve your overall health. Lemon juice is rich in vitamins…
With countries around Europe, overcoming coronavirus restrictions, opening borders, and creating new ways to guarantee safe travel for visitors, summer holidays to Europe are becoming a practical possibility for relief-seeking travelers. The European Best Destinations Organization (EBD), which is part of the European Commission’s EDEN Network, has compiled a Top 20 of the safest cities in Europe, where you can travel after a pandemic. Greece, Croatia, and Georgia top the list. The authors of the study included 13 states and 18 cities on the list. Portugal (especially the Azores, Aletejo and Algarve), Romania (Sibiu), Montenegro (Kotor), Poland (Warsaw, Gdansk), Austria…
Optical illusions in fashion are a brilliant way to enhance areas of your body you want to show off, while at the same time, downplaying those parts you are most conscious of. Pick pieces with a slim belt for subtle definition. For a more dramatic effect choose a super wide waistband like a obi-style sash. Details on the waist, like big bows, work well in detracting the eye from your top or bottom. 2. Maximise height Extremely high waisted styles will make your legs seem ultra long. It’s a perfect option when you prefer a mid length skirt. Strategic colour…
Black Lives Matter is profoundly affecting the world, bringing the plight of African Americans into the limelight. Its effects are far-reaching, and it is occurring in tandem with the COVID-19 pandemic to make it even more challenging to run a successful business. Below, we will outline the implications and demonstrate how to help Black-owned businesses out amidst the current situation, as a show of support and solidarity. Black Lives Matter – The Implications Black Lives Matter alerts the USA to the social injustices of black people, not only in a general sense. In academics, economics, business, finance, law, and practically all other spheres,…
Breaking into tech after the age of 35 can be challenging. Usually, most tech companies look for young talent because their age suggests they are up-to-date with current trends. This goes to show that there is a lack of age diversity in the industry. But, who says you can’t learn tech skills if you are older than 35? Mature employers can bring other things to the table, such as a big network of connections. If you’d like to know how to land a tech job and break into the industry, read it on. Learn a New Skill To transition into…
The star looks almost as good as when she made her debut in the early 70s . The actress Christie Brinkley has not never hidden her age, becoming a vegetarian since age 13 and had a very active life . Christie Brinkley impresses with every appearance and the last confirmed again that the fight with the time can be won over thime “What am I doing right? Well, for one thing I am always interested in what might benefit my skin. Now, at 61, I’ve dabbled in several treatments, with varying degrees of success. I have outlined them, along with…
Timeless, Classic, and Elegant; all aspects of women’s clothing that no longer seem essential. Rachael Mathews (an upcoming Tailor and Designer from Gloucestershire) uses this as a focus for her first collection, Elizabeth James. Rachael has been inspired by fashions during the Twentieth Century from a young age and started her career in London, working in the world of the costume before deciding to specialize as a Bespoke Tailor. Using Dior as her primary influence, her silhouette stands firm while working hand in hand with the soft, natural shapes of a female figure. What does the brand stand for? We…
Why go? Koh Samui isn’t just for backpackers. In recent years a host of sleek, upmarket and tastefully designed resorts have sprung up on Thailand’s third largest island, just a 45-minute flight south of Bangkok. The people here are exceptionally friendly to outsiders, the beaches among the best in Asia, while the traditional Thai curries and fresh seafood dishes on offer are incredible. When? There are three distinct seasons on Koh Samui: dry (December to February), hot (March to August) and rainy (September to November). The peak time for tourists is December to August, making it perfect for us sunseeking Brits. Even…
A Swedish study determines how much money buying and selling secondhand objects in some online platforms can save. While it’s obvious that secondhand trade is good to save money and for the environment, environmental savings have not been assessed yet. Online ads and the creation of platforms for buying and selling reused things have boosted this trade all over the world. It’s about saving. Not just saving money. The environmental benefit of this global phenomenon is the subject of a study entitled Second Hand Effect conducted by the Swedish Environmental Research Institute (IVL) and commissioned by the Schibsted Media Group,…