A discovery of Northern Ireland’s lost holy relic
Phoebe Smith Features correspondent Miroslav_1/Getty Images (Credit: Miroslav_1/Getty Images) While searching for a new path in life, two former nuns created a wondrous “Coastal Camino” that is bringing travellers to an otherwise neglected part of Northern Ireland. The phrase “Lockdown baby” is, I confess, not one I ever thought I’d hear coming from a nun. […]
The unsolved mystery of Skeleton Lake
Neelima Vallangi Features correspondent Uttam Panwar/Getty Images (Credit: Uttam Panwar/Getty Images) Nearly 80 years after the Himalayan lake first captured the world’s imagination, the mystery continues to confound – even as revolutionary advances are made in understanding our past. The rising sun was yet to shine on the freezing, snow-covered cirque where I was resting […]
The ancient Cambodian silk that was almost lost
Lizzie Enfield Features correspondent Joerg Drescher/Getty Images Ikat weaving from Cambodia’s unique golden silk dates back more than 1,000 years to the Khmer Empire (Credit: Joerg Drescher/Getty Images) Golden silk has run through Cambodia’s history for centuries, and Sophea Pheach is helping to ensure that it is also woven into the country’s future. Not far […]
The Indian village where girls rule
Bhavya Dore Features correspondent Bhavya Dore Today, more girls attend the local school than boys do (Credit: Bhavya Dore) In India, girls have historically been valued less than boys. But after a father tragically lost his daughter, he spearheaded a nationwide campaign to change gender perceptions. 50 Reasons to Love the World – 2021 Why […]
A new side to the holy city of Bethlehem
Richard Morgan Features correspondent Star Street, the pilgrimage path of Mary and Joseph, has been renovated with new storefronts and fresh paint (Richard Morgan) Known for being the birthplace of Jesus Christ, this biblical-but-still-bustling little town has a new miracle afoot: a renaissance of Palestinian culture and coolness. Our coverage during coronavirus While travelling is […]
America’s ‘fried chicken war’
Diana Lambdin Meyer Features correspondent Bruce N Meyer Today, Kansans still remain split over whether Chicken Annie’s or Chicken Mary’s rules the roost (Credit: Bruce N Meyer) How immigration, ingenuity and the American spirit shaped a US fried chicken “war” that’s been simmering for four generations. Our coverage during coronavirus While travelling is on hold […]
England’s Melissa Reid set for Women’s British Open
Defending champion Yani Tseng leads the LPGA money list and is favourite with the bookmakers to win again. “There is a lot of pressure this week,” said Tseng. “But I love the course. Already, I think it is one of toughest and one of my favourites. “There are so many ways to approach it. You […]
England 3-2 Netherlands: Ella Toone scores late winner in crucial Women’s Nations League tie
There had been concern about England’s form for several months with criticism even coming during their World Cup campaign, which ended in defeat by Spain in August’s showpiece. With just two wins in their previous five matches – having lost only once in their first 30 games under Wiegman – pressure was on England to […]
Women’s Ashes: Alex Hartley says England have belief to beat Australia
England’s aggression was exemplified by Alice Capsey’s stunning 46 from just 23 balls, including two sixes, that lit up Lord’s on an historic night for women’s cricket in north London. And all-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunt, whose steady run-a-ball 25 anchored England’s chase of 119 in 14 overs, says England’s approach will not change with the format. […]
Women’s Ashes: How England closed gap on Australia
England might have closed the gap in some key areas, but what is hard to quantify is the impact of Australia losing captain Meg Lanning for this series for medical reasons. A titan with the bat – she averages 53.51 in one-day cricket – she has led Australia to unprecedented success as skipper and should […]