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Abin Design Studio creates terracotta-brick community centre in Bansberia

Architecture studio Abin Design Studio has built a small, multifunctional community centre in the city of Bansberia in the Indian state of West Bengal. Informed by terracotta temples found in West Bengal, the two-storey centre is designed to provide a variety of flexible spaces for the local community in Bansberia along with a dormitory for staff. Abin Design Studio The post Abin Design Studio creates terracotta-brick community centre in...

Dumfries Robert Burns Club president encourages people to carry on Burns Night traditions

Miller Caldwell believes it is important to mark the Bard's birthday while sticking to lockdown restrictions on January 25

Luigi's Mansion 3 creator Next Level Games is hiring for a new project

This marks the first hint of plans after the studio was recently bought by Nintendo

US travel ban to be tightened: How will it affect your holiday?

The US has been off limits to travellers from the UK for 10 months. Just before he steps down, Donald Trump has revoked the travel ban on British visitors (as well as those from Europe and Brazil) as one of his last acts in the White House. But president-elect Joe Biden has indicated that the rules will actually get tougher because of concerns over emerging Covid variants. These are the key questions and and answers. What are the current rules...

Covid: Enduring popularity of North Coast 500 gives hope to Scotland's tourism industry – Scotsman comment

The news that more than 70 per cent of people forced to cancel plans to travel the North Coast 500 tourist route by the pandemic intend to come when they are allowed to travel again is a real sign of hope.

Kate Garraway's figure-hugging leopard skirt stuns GMB fans

Kate Garraway looked sensational in a gorgeous leopard print pencil skirt and statement jumper from Next on Friday's Good Morning Britain! See the outfit

Why Applying Vitamin E Can Help Your Skin to Look Its Nourished, Hydrated Best

E is for excellence!

8 Smoothie Makers To Blend the Perfect Healthy Breakfast or Post-Workout Snack

Top tech put to the test

The best of travel: Anguilla is the epitome of tropical fun times

To tide us over until we’re able to travel again, we’re republishing classic travel stories from our archives. This week The post The best of travel: Anguilla is the epitome of tropical fun times appeared first on CityAM.

Francesca Farago and Demi Sims go official with romantic beach proposal

Things are moving fast for the reality TV couple

The greatest Japanese sports cars ever made

Japan has produced many of the world’s best sports cars, from the evergreen Mazda MX-5 to the mighty Nissan GT-R. These are our favourites.

‘I get mistaken for his mum!’ What It’s Like Being A Young Grandparent

Jo Middleton, aka Slummy Single Mummy, tells us the pros and cons of of young grandparenting.

'Heartless' Paris Fury upsets Loose Women fans saying she'd be 'pleased' if dog dies

Loose Women star Pairs Fury confessed she wouldn't miss her pet dog if it was gone, as the panel discussed pet bereavement

Janette Manrara debuts new look – and Strictly fans are obsessed

Strictly's Janette Manrara wowed with an androgynous suit for a new photoshoot, sparking a major reaction from fans

The things you should get rid of in your medicine cabinet

Tidying up your medicine cabinet is a great way to make space for new products and get rid of ones that are expired or no longer necessary. But which products should you toss in the bin? Read on to find out!

Restaurant manager who served former US President ready to aid Perthshire firms

Nikos Matsikas has started up a consultancy business

Vegan restaurant becomes first to be handed Michelin star in France

A vegan restaurant has become the first to be awarded a Michelin star in France. ONA, which stands for "Origine Non-Animale" ("Animal-free origin"), is "the first vegan restaurant in France to win a star", a Guide Michelin spokeswoman told AFP. The restaurant - run by Chef Claire Vallée in the northwestern town of Arès - was also awarded a green star, which recognises strong ethical practices. Vallée told AFP that: "It felt like I got hit by a...

Robert Dyas launch January sale with up to 60% off furniture and homeware

If you need to spruce up your home you're going to want to check out the latest Robert Dyas sale

Airport workers arrested for accepting bribes to let passengers skip quarantine

An airport worker and two others have been arrested after they were caught accepting bribes in exchange for forging entry documents allowing passengers to avoid mandatory quarantine. The scam, which took place at Mumbai airport in India, involved charging travellers 4,000 rupees (£40) each for documentation allowing them to skip a seven-day institutional quarantine, reports The Times of India. After a new, more transmissible variant of...

I did a 60-hour silent retreat in my own flat – lockdown has never felt so good

For the first time in nearly a year, I didn’t see or hear the word “Covid” for a whole weekend. I didn’t have to transport myself to a remote private island or travel to Mars; I was merely taking a few days offline for a self-guided silent meditation retreat in my flat. I turned my phone – and myself – onto silent for 60 hours. It transpires, perversely, that the best response to being stuck at home quietly is to spend even more time at home and...

Nike announces new Mercurial Vapor/Superfly Dragonfly boots – to be worn by Cristiano Ronaldo and Ada Hegerberg

The colourful new Nike Vapors are futuristic boots inspired by nature

Brilliant British breaks to book this year and beyond

With dynamic cities, beautiful coastlines and seriously spectacular scenery throughout England, Scotland and Wales, there are so many reasons to book a getaway closer to home next year. Click through our 50 favourite British breaks and you'll find all the inspiration you need for 2021 and beyond – just don't forget to check any local restrictions before you travel.

North Coast 500 plans for rush of post-lockdown holiday makers

Almost three-quarters of tourists who cancelled their trip on the North Coast 500 due to the pandemic said they will embark on driving route as soon as they are allowed to travel once again.

Harry Brant, son of top model Stephanie Seymour, dies at 24

Hold Up! Cadbury's Has Finally Launched An Orange Chocolate Easter Egg

TOTALLY READY FOR THIS 🍫

Uncharted movie: release date, cast, trailer, plot, and more

Everything we know about the Uncharted movie

11 breakfast cereals you should try

From granola to muesli, these are the brands to buy

13-foot-long 'Book of the Dead' scroll found in burial shaft in Egypt

A funerary temple belonging to Queen Nearit has been discovered in the ancient Egyptian burial ground Saqqara next to the pyramid of her husband, pharaoh Teti.

Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall’s ‘Eat Better Forever’: Recipes from Asian hot pot to chachouka

Asian hot pot This is completely delicious and very filling! The mushrooms are fried “hard” to start with, creating a lovely caramelised exterior that really adds to the flavour of the dish. I like to use black beans, but you can use kidney, cannellini or any other kind. The miso paste is optional but it does give the hot pot a boost of savoury, “umami” character. Serves 4 3-4tbsp olive or vegetable oil 700g chestnut mushrooms, thickly sliced ½...

Opening date for UK's amazing new safari park lodges delayed due to lockdown

West Midlands Safari Park's new lodges offer direct views of the park's elephants and cheetahs - but you'll need to wait a little longer to check them out

How to know when to end a relationship

A psychotherapist reveals when to stay and when to walk away

Melania Trump 'made her true feelings clear' to Donald in unplanned move

Former President Trump and wife Melania have been married since 2005 but it's been a rocky road for the pair filled with awkward public moments.

Love Islanders Amber Gill and Yewande Biala hit back at Lucie Donlan after 'false' bullying claims

It's going OFF

Best Disney board games 2021: great games for Disney fans of all ages

The best Disney board games range from simple fun for kids up to exciting and competitive games for adults

Elaine Welteroth and husband Jonathan Singletary mark exciting milestone

The Talk star Elaine Welteroth and her husband Jonathan Singletary marked an exciting milestone, sharing the news on Instagram

Harry Brant, Stephanie Seymour's Son, Dies At 24

Harry tragically passed away due to an accidental overdose over the weekend.

The GH team’s favourite cleaning songs and top tips

Grab your dustpan, fetch the mop and get the (cleaning) party started! Here’s what the GH team loves, loathes and dances to while powering through those household chores…

Travel South Africa through its top vineyards

Like most people in the UK right now, I’m well overdue a holiday. Last year was the first I’ve not The post Travel South Africa through its top vineyards appeared first on CityAM.

See how one mum transformed her living room for just £45 with paint samples and masking tape

A talented mum gave her living room a bright and bold revamp using paint samples and masking tape, and the result really lifts the spirits

When will Australia open its borders? International travel may be banned until 2022 - here's what's been said

Australia may not reopen its borders again until 2022, even if vaccine roll outs prove successful this year

Influencers in Dubai: why are Scottish Instagram stars Jane Park and Anton Danyluk in the UAE during lockdown?

The Love Island star and the EuroMillions winner are just two of the social media personalities sunning themselves in the Emirates, along with people like Laura Anderson

McDonald's meals under 600 calories you can enjoy guilt-free

Keeping you on track with your New Year’s resolutions, McDonald’s have created a range of meals that sit under 400 or 600 calories

Perks that President Biden has to look forward to

Being the President of the United States must be no walk in the park at the best of times, but as the Leader of the Free World there are some rather special perks…

Hollyoaks: Ella gets a new demand from Victor

She's back in danger again.

From Russia with love: a couple design their dream house

When husband-and-wife design duo Alexander Kozlov and Anastasia Blagodarnaya acquired a plot of land bordering a pine forest to the south of Moscow, she initially suggested they build a wooden house on it. “I said, ‘Never, never,’” recalls Kozlov. “When I’m in a traditional dacha, I don’t feel comfortable. I have the impression I’m going to be attacked by mosquitoes or something!” He’s not much of a fan of nature either, in sharp contrast to...

Peter Andre's wife Dr Emily says there's 'stigma around' being a young mother after welcoming first child aged 24

Emily Andrea believes there is still stigma attached to being a young mother. The doctor and her husband Peter Andre welcomed their daughter Amelia, nicknamed Millie, in 2014 when she was 24 and Emily has now said there needs to be support for young mums. The 31-year-old made her comments in her OK! Magazine column in response to Stacey Solomon recently claiming that she felt "ashamed" at having her first child at 17 years old. Read more: Peter...

Mango's £89 coat has a 1000-strong waiting list

After two celebrities were spotted wearing it

Sharp increase in millennial gold investors recorded by the Royal Mint

The Mint recorded a 32% increase in customers aged 22 to 37 years old buying gold during 2020.

More choice for landlords as number of buy-to-let mortgage deals on offer increases - but rates are also nudging higher

There were 1,976 buy-to-let mortgage products on the market as of 15 January, according to Moneyfacts. This marked an increase of more than 500 deals compared to May 2020.

Brits pile money into gold bars over lockdown as demand from Millennials leaps

Over Christmas sales of gold bars surged as Brits fed up with terrible savings rates opted to put their money into something shiny instead