Coal for the Country

Essen is known as the heart of the coal industry in Germany. I recently toured a famous mining complex turned museum to learn about the history and the future of coal mining in this region.

The Problem of Desertification

Mongolia is known for its green steppes, where animals and people live off the land. Unfortunately, desertification is a big problem in Mongolia. Why is it happening, and what's being done? 

Visit West End, Brisbane

Learn about West End, a neighborhood in Brisbane on the West side of the river. It has a history of free thinking, liberal vibes and is known as the most multicultural part of the city.

What'll You Have? Mountains? Beaches? Lakes or Valleys?

What makes West Sumatra one of the most popular destinations in Indonesia? Read on and find out here!

The Importance of Language in Europe

English speaking in Spain is a sought after skill. Yet not everyone has access to opportunities to learn here. I recently started volunteering in a subsidized after-school program for ESL learners.

What's Boiling Beneath the Ground?

Sometimes the natural world we live in can be a part of life in a big city. In Karlovy Vary, a popular city in the Czech Republic, hot mineral water bubbles to the surface, creating hot springs!

Using Technology in Harsh Environments

The extraordinary technology aboard the S.A. Agulhas II is facing some tough tests in the icy depths of the Weddell Sea. What challenges have the AUVs and ROVs encountered so far?

Meet Nico and Will!

Want to meet a couple of blokes from Australia?  I'm interviewing my friends and co-hosts Nic and Will in this article.

Pollution and Plastic: two big problems in Vietnam!

Pollution is a problem that impacts the entire world. Everyone has a responsibility when it comes to keeping our planet green. How do people in Vietnam deal with pollution? The answer is not simple.

The Hot and Humid Tropical Rainforest

Read about Malaysia’s tropical climate and environment.

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