John, auteur/autrice sur World Day

This city blends ultramodern skyscrapers with 16th-century colonial streets (Panama’s dual identity creates Central America’s most dramatic urban contrast)

by John Published on 07/04/2025 at 00H06

Panama City stands as one of Central America’s most striking urban landscapes, where gleaming skyscrapers create a dramatic backdrop against the colonial charm of its historic quarter. The juxtaposition between modern ambition and centuries-old heritage creates a visual symphony that few capital cities in the region can match. A tale of two cities: Modern skyline … Lire plus

This Hungarian riverside town became an artistic paradise just 20km from Budapest (and its marzipan sculptures will leave you speechless)

by John Published on 07/04/2025 at 00H06

Szentendre stands as Hungary’s hidden artistic gem, quietly flourishing just 20 kilometers north of Budapest along the gentle curves of the Danube. This charming riverside town has transformed from a medieval Serbian settlement into an artist’s paradise that somehow remains under the international tourist radar despite its extraordinary beauty. A canvas of cobblestone and color … Lire plus

My spring nail care routine stopped breakage in 6 days (dermatologists rarely mention this technique)

by John Published on 06/04/2025 at 23H04

As spring 2025 blossoms around us, there’s no better time to give your nails the TLC they deserve. With salon prices climbing and busy schedules tightening, mastering DIY nail care has become both a practical skill and a form of self-care. Let’s uncover the secrets of at-home nail maintenance that can transform your manicure game … Lire plus

April planting guide: why I’m putting these 7 vegetables in my garden this week (and what I’m waiting on)

by John Published on 06/04/2025 at 22H06

Spring has officially arrived, and for gardening enthusiasts, April 2025 brings the perfect opportunity to get those vegetable seeds into the soil. With warming temperatures and longer daylight hours, mid-April represents the ideal time to start your edible garden. Let’s explore why now is the moment to grab your gardening tools and how to make … Lire plus

This Indonesian capital rivals Michelin-starred cities with hidden culinary treasures (locals say it’s Asia’s best-kept food secret)

by John Published on 06/04/2025 at 21H06

Stepping into Jakarta feels like entering a symphony of contradictions. Indonesia’s capital city—home to over 10 million residents—buzzes with a chaotic energy that somehow finds harmony between gleaming skyscrapers and centuries-old traditions. While this Southeast Asian metropolis hasn’t officially received the Michelin treatment, its culinary landscape deserves just as much attention as its starred counterparts … Lire plus

My brain responds to rejection the same way it does to physical pain (neuroscience explains why)

by John Published on 06/04/2025 at 20H06

Feeling the sting of rejection is like experiencing a physical wound – it hurts, it lingers, and sometimes it feels like it may never heal. Whether it’s a job application denied, a relationship that ended, or social exclusion, rejection triggers real pain in our brains. But what if I told you there’s a science-backed way … Lire plus

Tiny titans: Why these license-free microcars (with 28-45 mph top speeds) are transforming my urban driving experience this spring

by John Published on 06/04/2025 at 18H06

As spring 2025 blossoms across America, a revolution in urban mobility is quietly taking shape on city streets. Compact, stylish, and packed with technology, license-free microcars are emerging as the sophisticated solution for navigating congested urban environments while making a sustainability statement. These diminutive vehicles are shedding their utilitarian image and embracing cutting-edge design and … Lire plus

Peasant’s gold: Transform humble winter veggies into a soul-stirring French stew

by John Published on 06/04/2025 at 17H05

There’s something profoundly comforting about a steaming pot of Potée de Légumes d’Hiver on a cold winter evening. My grandmother taught me this dish when I was just tall enough to peek over her stovetop, and the memory of her wooden spoon tapping against the edge of her earthenware pot still brings me comfort. This … Lire plus

This medieval Transylvanian city hides Europe’s narrowest street beneath the shadow of “Dracula’s Castle”

by John Published on 06/04/2025 at 16H06

Travelers seeking fairy-tale magic need look no further than Brașov, Romania—a jewel-box medieval city where time seems suspended between gothic spires and mist-shrouded mountains. Often overshadowed by Bucharest, this Transylvanian treasure offers something far more enchanting: authenticity that transports visitors centuries back while standing literally in the shadow of “Dracula’s Castle.” A medieval wonderland frozen … Lire plus

This French château was so magnificent it cost its owner everything (the hidden palace that inspired Versailles)

by John Published on 06/04/2025 at 16H05

Vaux-le-Vicomte: The Magnificent Baroque Estate That Inspired Versailles (And Made Its Owner Too Powerful) The palace that cost a man everything Just 35 miles southeast of Paris lies a château so magnificent it sealed its owner’s doom. When Nicolas Fouquet, Louis XIV’s finance minister, unveiled Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte in 1661 with a lavish party, the … Lire plus