By now we've all heard of it: that abstract giant mass of garbage, three times the size of France that's floating out in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. The Garbage Island, or the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. We're worried about it, collectively, especially when we think of all those cute otters and seals choking … Continue reading What Is In the Ocean?
Tag: History
A Day At The Beaches
I wasn't originally going to blog about this day of our trip, because I didn't take very many photos and the most memorable part of it for me was when my GPS took us on the most round-about journey, through one-way streets next to groups of galloping cows and under tunnels not meant for cars. The … Continue reading A Day At The Beaches
Rouen In The Rain
It seemed fitting that the rainiest day my family had while on our trip round Normandie was when we visited Rouen. Despite the weather, the beautiful city just four days away from Noël was still bustling with people in full holiday spirit: the Alsatian market was going strong, the giant wonder wheel taking kids for … Continue reading Rouen In The Rain
French Election – Views From Afar
On May 7th, France elected Emmanuel Macron as their new president. But what does Macron offer for France's overseas departments and territories, who have a vote in the election, but often feel like their voices are not heard? In this podcast I take a look at the historical, social and economical factors affecting the French … Continue reading French Election – Views From Afar
Past Perfect in Chelsea
Lunchtimes, and at all times, Chen Lieh Tang can be glimpsed in his Chelsea kitchen leaning into steaming pots of Chinese egg noodles, mixing sauces, and teaching his cooks the tricks of his trade. Since the March opening of his restaurant, Shorty Tang Noodles, on Eighth Avenue and 15th Street, the 64-year-old Tang has been … Continue reading Past Perfect in Chelsea