How to plan the ultimate literary tour of England

With its rugged coastlines, sprawling cities and spirit-stirring rural beauty, England has long proved a source of creative inspiration for writers who, in turn, have left their artistic mark on the country. Whether it was Agatha Christie plotting far-fetched mysteries in the seaside town of Torquay, Devon or the BrontëContinue Reading

Tourism: when religion works miracles 2

15 min reading time Published on Sun, 12/29/2024 – 09:00 Religious tourism is deeply rooted in the history and culture of many countries, and continues to play a crucial role in the economy and identity of the destinations that promote it. In Europe, flagship sites such as the Vatican inContinue Reading

Is the Automotive World Ready for a Six-Stroke Engine?

I can never resist a good oddball engine, and this one’s pedigree is impressive. See if you can bend your mind around it. Most of you reading this probably have at least a basic understanding of how an internal combustion engine works. Today’s four-stroke suck-squish-bang-blow concept was first demonstrated successfullyContinue Reading