7 reasons why we should build straw houses and live in them

7 reasons why we should build straw houses and live in them

Nearly the half of the greenhouse gas emissions in the atmosphere are generated by the construction industry and buildings energy consumption. Sustainable construction techniques are necessary in order to reduce the environmental impact. Natural materials and low CO2 emissions practices are fundamental in making building more sustainable for the planet. Straw houses are appropriate examples

Do you see the light? 10 songs dedicated to it

Do you see the light? 10 songs dedicated to it

The United Nations and UNESCO proclaimed 2015 as the International Year of Light. Life on earth depends on sun light, and music celebrates it as a source of life and as a symbol of hope and rebirth. Here’s a selection of songs dedicated to it.   The Cinematic Orchestra – First light [The Crimson Wing Mystery

Pancakes with ricotta and lemon

Pancakes with ricotta and lemon

Ingredients 250 g of sheep milk’s ricotta 2 eggs 70 g of flour 10 cl of fresh whole milk 1 lemon butter 1 spoonful of whole brown sugar half a teaspoonful of powdered yeast whole sea salt     Preparation Mix flour, ricotta, egg yolks, milk, yeast, a pinch of salt, sugar and grated lemon

Three scrumptious purées without potatoes

Three scrumptious purées without potatoes

Sedano rapa e salvia   Ingredienti 2 teste di sedano rapa 1 tazza scarsa di latte parzialmente scremato una manciata di foglie di salvia fresca olio extra vergine di oliva sale marino integrale pepe nero da macinare    Foto © www.brit.co   Preparazione Portate una pentola di acqua a bollire a fuoco medio-alto. Sbucciare e tagliare

Pharrell Williams and Al Gore present Live Earth 2015

Pharrell Williams and Al Gore present Live Earth 2015

In 2007, Al Gore,Vice President of the United States at the time, organised the Live Earth concert on 7 July. In the same year, Al Gore was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize together with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) for their efforts in spreading awareness on climate change.   On 21 January 2015, at the World Economic Forum in

Things that is easiest to do with a partner

Things that is easiest to do with a partner

This year’s good intentions include starting practicing sports, such as swimming or running? Involve even your partner in adopting this healthy behaviour and this idea will prove more successful . The same goes if you want to stop smoking or eat a healthier diet. Cultivating healthy habits is easier if you have a partner.  

5 essential oils to massage your neck

5 essential oils to massage your neck

Those who suffer from neck pain know that it is really annoying because it can cause also headache, backache, dizziness, limb discomfort and, sometimes, in more severe cases, nausea and vomit. This disorder can be caused by different factors: a blast of wind, humidity, inflammation due to intense physical activity, abrupt movements, stress and tension,

What to do in Milan in 36 hours, according to The New York Times

What to do in Milan in 36 hours, according to The New York Times

Milan will be the protagonist of 2015. Thanks to Expo Milano 2015, the world exhibition dedicated to food being held from May to October, world tourism will be focused on Milan.  Alongside being ranked among the 10 cities to visit this year by Lonely Planet, the New York Times dedicated its 36 hours column to the city of

The secret for a perfect juice

The secret for a perfect juice

Even in the winter, a good home-made fruit juice can be a panacea. It provides useful vitamins for the prevention of seasonal ailments and helps replacing the mineral salts lost through sweat in summer months. In order for our juices to keep unchanged their beneficial properties, it is important to know which appliance is the