Dallol, Ethiopia: Hot, Hot, Hot

On August 20, 2016 by Tim Newman
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Which is earth’s hottest region? People, most regularly, mention the area that has clocked up the highest recorded temperature – Furnace Creek Ranch, Death Valley, California – reaching a dirty 56.7 °C (134 °F). Dallol, Ethiopia doesn’t normally get as much of...

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Hailu Mergia: Another African Musical Gem

On May 14, 2014 by Danielle Nightingale
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In response to Mr. Lazerhorse’s bigging up of William Onyeabor, I thought I’d give a few props to my own fave African musician who has also made it from the continent’s rich musical...

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The More Than Humble Avocado – A History Of The Alligator Pear

On September 10, 2013 by Tim Newman
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I was looking at the seed of an avocado the other day, and I thought to myself “wow, that’s a big seed”. I ate a section of the pulp and I thought “this...

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