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Mauricio Ruiz is a writer and journalist who has lived in the US, Belgium, Mexico and Norway. His work has appeared in Words Without Borders, CatapultThe CommonThe RumpusElectric LiteratureJMWWRiver TeethLiteral Magazine, among others. He's been shortlisted for the Bridport Prize and Myriad Editions Competition in the UK, as well as the Fish Short Story Prize in Ireland. He has received fellowships from OMI writers (NY), Société des auteurs (Belgium), Jakob Sande (Norway), Can Serrat (Spain), and the Three Seas' Council (Rhodes). His second book, Silencios al sur, was published in early 2017, and his work has partially been translated into Dutch and French. Mauricio Ruiz can be followed on Twitter and Instagram.

11 November 2021

Climate Change causes poor quality and bad tasting coffee, a study reveals

A new research review revealed that coffee quality and taste is vulnerable to shifts in environmental factors associated with climate change. The study focused on how […]
11 November 2021

These 7 exercises will help you get in shape for your next ski holidays

As the days get colder in many parts of Europe and the winter holiday season approaches, so does the much anticipated ski season. If you’re counting […]
10 November 2021

Tripadvisor detects nearly 1 million fake reviews in 2020, according to its transparency report

1. Fake reviews Nearly 1 million fake reviews were submitted to Tripadvisor in 2020, according to the travel company’s latest transparency report. Luckily, from the 943,205 […]
10 November 2021

Half the world’s fossil fuel assets could become worthless by 2036 under a net zero transition

These days, starting from G20 to Glasgow COP26, climate change is one of the most important discussed topics. Temperature average raising, deforestation and pollution have been the […]
10 November 2021

Airbnb reports highest-ever net income and revenue

Airbnb reported a solid performance in Q3 2021 announcing a higher activity than it had before the Covid-19 pandemic. As a result, in the third quarter […]
10 November 2021

Mars chocolate bar announces plan to make chocolate bars carbon neutral by 2023

The scale of global intervention must be bolder and faster. Climate change is already impacting the planet and people’s lives.  Grant F. Reid, Mars Chief Executive […]
9 November 2021

Global wine production below average for third year in a row

In 2021, global wine production is expected to hit “historically” low volumes due to unfavorable weather conditions in European wine areas, including frostbitten France.  The low […]
9 November 2021

Many countries are prioritizing health and climate change, but lack funds to take action

Countries have begun to prioritize health in their efforts to protect people from the impact of climate change, but only about a quarter of those recently […]
8 November 2021

Just married? These are the best islands to celebrate your honeymoon

For most people, getting married is one of the most beautiful days in their lives. Whether you marry at city hall, in a church or on […]
5 November 2021

Silversea Cruises to launch hybrid powered vessel in 2023

The cruise industry’s first hybrid ship will be unveiled in the summer of 2023 as part of Royal Caribbean Group’s Silversea Cruises luxury cruise brand. The […]
5 November 2021

Travel tips for a plus-sized traveler

When traveling as a plus-sized person, some challenges and insecurities could arise. Useful travel information for the plus-sized community is very scarce out there, adding even […]
4 November 2021

Where is it hot in December?

If you’re looking for some warm places to go on your winter break, this list includes the best destinations to soak up some December sunshine.  1. […]
4 November 2021

How to get rid of jetlag

One of the biggest frustrations when it comes to travelling is jet lag. After finally arriving in your destination of choice, you’re excited and ready to […]
3 November 2021

These are the coolest neighborhoods in the world

Over the past year, our lives have changed. A lot. The pandemic hit us hard and it influenced every possible aspect of the way we live, […]
3 November 2021

What it’s like to learn how to ski with 23 years-old

As far as skiing goes, there are two very clear groups in society. Those whose parents are skiing freaks and put them on the slopes from […]
3 November 2021

Business travel set to reach two thirds of pre-pandemic levels by 2022

Worldwide business travel spending looks set to rise by more than a quarter this year and reach two thirds of pre-pandemic levels by 2022, according to […]
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