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Inside Thailand’s $36 billion energy drink empire: how my family transformed a local tonic into Red Bull

From humble beginnings in Thailand to global domination, Red Bull has become one of the world’s most iconic brands. Behind this energy drink empire stands the Yoovidhya family, whose remarkable story of entrepreneurship and innovation has transformed a local Thai beverage into an international powerhouse worth billions. Let’s explore how this Thai dynasty built and … Lire plus

Why Michelin stars are destroying the restaurants they were meant to save

The gleaming Michelin star, that coveted symbol of culinary excellence, remains both the ultimate achievement and potential undoing for many chefs. “It was very difficult to hold on to,” confessed acclaimed chef Marco Pierre White, who famously returned his three stars in 1999. As restaurants worldwide continue their relentless pursuit of these prestigious accolades, a … Lire plus

This tiny Spanish island has 8 pristine beaches and no paved roads (locals call it “the Canaries before tourism”)

La Graciosa: The Tiny Canary Island With Endless Beaches Spain’s best-kept secret hides 8 miles of pristine shoreline Just 25 minutes by ferry from Lanzarote lies Spain’s ultimate escape – an island so pristine that locals call it “the Canaries before tourism.” La Graciosa, officially recognized as the eighth Canary Island in 2018, spans just … Lire plus

The truth about Italian food: why what you’re eating isn’t actually Italian (and where those “authentic” dishes really came from)

The iconic red-checkered tablecloths, the aromatic waft of basil and garlic, the comforting bowl of spaghetti and meatballs – these images have become synonymous with “Italian cuisine” worldwide. But what if I told you that Italian cuisine, as most people understand it, doesn’t actually exist? The reality behind what you’re ordering at your favorite Italian … Lire plus

BYD’s 5-minute charging battery just made my Tesla obsolete (here’s why it matters)

The electric vehicle battery race is heating up like never before in spring 2025, with major automakers locked in an increasingly fierce competition. Honda, Porsche, and Chinese giant BYD are leading contenders in what industry insiders now call the “battery wars” – a high-stakes battle that will determine which manufacturers dominate the next decade of … Lire plus

The genetic disorder that makes sunshine deadly for 1 in 1,000,000 Americans

In the shadow of more common genetic disorders, xeroderma pigmentosum (XP) exists as a rare yet devastating condition affecting approximately 1 in every million Americans. This genetic disorder essentially disables the body’s ability to repair DNA damaged by ultraviolet light, turning sunshine—life’s most abundant natural resource—into a deadly threat. For those living with XP, even … Lire plus

Smoky-sweet grilled peaches meet creamy burrata: Summer’s 15-minute showstopper

There’s something truly magical about the way flames transform a ripe summer peach. The heat caramelizes the natural sugars, intensifying that honeyed sweetness while adding a subtle smokiness that perfectly complements the fruit’s natural tang. It’s a technique my grandmother taught me years ago, watching her transform simple ingredients into spectacular dishes on her weathered … Lire plus

This forgotten Faroese island has dramatic 470-meter cliffs where locals still risk their lives for survival (sheep outnumber people)

The forgotten paradise of Suðuroy sits at the southernmost edge of the Faroe Islands, where dramatic cliffs plunge into the wild North Atlantic. While tourists flock to Instagram hotspots elsewhere in this Danish archipelago, this island of just 4,600 souls remains deliciously authentic – a place where sheep outnumber people and locals still fish for … Lire plus

This medieval French fortress village once housed knights who shared power equally (locals say it’s Europe’s most authentic time capsule)

La Garde-Guérin: France’s Medieval Fortress Village Where Knights Once Protected Ancient Trade Routes A medieval time capsule perched above dramatic gorges Clinging to a rocky plateau 858 meters above sea level, La Garde-Guérin looks more like a movie set than a real place. This fortified medieval village in southern France’s Lozère department has remained remarkably … Lire plus