The holidays are supposed to be a time of year when everyone can reflect on their good fortune, surrounded by family and friends. Christmas should be the perfect moment for us to realise how truly grateful we are for the wonderful things in our lives. It should be a coming together of loved ones to …

Shopping for the perfect presents for family and friends can often be a tricky undertaking. You always want to make sure you’re buying something they’ll like and truly use, without contributing to the environmental cost of the holiday season. So, what should you do if you need eco-friendly, sustainable gift ideas for Christmas? Well, you’ve …

The world as you know it simply wouldn’t be what it is today without women. Men are often thrust in the spotlight for their innovative and out-of-the-box thinking, but just as many women have contributed in both big and small ways to make your life comfortable and easy to navigate. Here are just a few …

As the fashion industry continues to grow, it looks to less-developed countries to help it meet its manufacturing needs. While this move has driven much needed revenue to developing nations, it has also created a murky environment for ethical business practice . Even companies that are actively working to eliminate unfair work practices such as …

It might be cold outside (and wet, and windy), but instead of curling up under a cosy blanket and binge-watching your favourite show, you may want to consider throwing on your waterproof winter parka to explore something new. In the Netherlands, there are all types of exciting and magical outdoor activities you can do with …

The UK has miles of woodlands, coastline and hillsides waiting for you to explore – even in winter. These naturally beautiful places are more than the perfect destination for your winter break; they’re also the places that have helped to shape a nation. So get up, get out, and explore the natural wonders of the …

It’s hard to mark the beginning of the holiday season without first acknowledging Black Friday. This day is the name for the Friday following Thanksgiving Day in the United States (although Black Friday has become more of a worldwide phenomenon as of late). You probably associate the term with crazy crowds of people willing to …

Trying to nail down an exact definition of ethical consumerism is a bit like trying to catch a butterfly – it keeps on getting away from you at the last minute. It seems that everyone has an opinion when it comes to the question, ‘Exactly what is ethical consumerism?’  The phrase began to be bandied …

Who would ever have suspected that a teenager would become the face of one of the most important issues facing our society today? Perhaps in order to fight climate change, we all need a young voice to shake us from our complacency. It is younger generations, after all, who will be stuck dealing with the …