LIFESTYLE

The Global Impact of Carrington and Miyake-Class Solar Events A Carrington-class or Miyake-class solar flare reaching Earth today would cause unprecedented disruption to global electrical grids and satellite-based communication systems. While the 1859 Carrington Event remains the most famous historical solar storm, recent dendrochronological evidence has revealed the existence of …

For years, the phrase slimming jeans has carried a quiet warning. Yes, they might sculpt and smooth, but comfort was often the price paid for a flattering silhouette. Waistbands dug in, rigid denim restricted movement, and after a few hours the promise of confidence gave way to irritation. Modern women …

Selecting the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for an expecting or new mother requires care, thought and an understanding of the challenges and joys that come with pregnancy and early motherhood. Beyond the usual flowers and chocolates, a gift that supports health, comfort and confidence during this transformative period will have …

There comes a point in some people’s lives when familiar environments begin to feel strangely cramped. Conversations that once felt stimulating start to sound repetitive. Conflicts appear trivial. Social rituals feel performative, even childish. The unsettling realisation follows that it is not arrogance or impatience driving this discomfort, but growth. …

The Mel corbeau, known scientifically as Crotophaga ani and more widely as the Smooth-billed Ani, is one of Trinidad’s most recognisable and culturally embedded birds. Its presence in pastureland, agricultural districts and residential fringes has made it familiar across generations, yet familiarity has not always translated into understanding. This glossy …

Population collapse has moved from an abstract demographic concern to a central warning voiced by some of the world’s most influential thinkers. Elon Musk has repeatedly argued that falling birth rates pose a more serious long-term threat to civilisation than climate change. His reasoning is not rooted in ideology or …

Origins and visionary beginnings Ecko Unltd is a name that resonates across streetwear, urban culture and fashion history. It began in 1993 when New Jersey native Marc Ecko, then a graphic designer and graffiti artist with an entrepreneurial instinct, launched what would become one of the most influential urban clothing …

Valentine’s weekend 2026 arrives at a moment when many couples are craving more than dinner reservations and predictable gifts. After years of fast living and crowded calendars, there is a growing desire to slow down together, to travel with purpose, and to create shared memories that feel rich rather than …

Finding gifts for her that feel personal, sincere and lasting can be challenging, especially on Valentine’s Day when expectations are quietly high. Thoughtful gifting is not about price or spectacle. It is about understanding her routines, her ambitions, her comforts and the small details that make her feel seen. The …

When people ask what the largest spider in Trinidad and Tobago really is, the answer leads deep into the island’s forests and high into the trees. The Trinidad Chevron Tarantula, scientifically known as Psalmopoeus cambridgei, holds that title not through exaggerated folklore but through documented biology, impressive size, and ecological …