Ruben, the restaurant where you can eat for 1 euro
A warm and welcoming place that doesn't feel like a soup kitchen. They serve 500 people a day, divided into two shifts.
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Where are the oldest beech trees in the world? In Italy.
From the Soriano beech forest in Lazio to the Umbrian forest in Puglia. But the latest discovery leads to the Pollino Massif in Basilicata.
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Dog and cat cemeteries: the largest in Europe is in Milan.
It's called Il Fido Custode, and it has a capacity for 30 pets. But in other regions, it's also possible to bury dogs and cats.
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The machine that recycles clothes in just a few hours
From an old pair of jeans to a new t-shirt in a matter of hours and for just a few euros: this is the innovative system for immediate recycling of used clothing installed in Stockholm
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How to keep your bedroom tidy
No stuff under the bed. No electronics or office supplies. Clean clothes go in the closet, dirty ones in the wash. No dirty dishes where you sleep.
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How dreams are remembered
A pen and paper on the bedside table, to jot down everything as soon as you wake up. What to do to dream more often. Why some people remember their dreams better than others.
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Quinoa Recipes: From Starters to Desserts
From soup to burgers. From fish to cake. Quick, easy, and wholesome recipes.
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When a fabric can be called ecological
Not just synthetic fabrics, but also natural ones can be unsustainable, starting with cotton. Green labels and certifications help clarify the situation.
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At what age should you stop driving?
In Italy, there are 65,000 drivers over 90, and three million drivers over 70. That's too many. Even though research says that...
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Organic markets: the best in Italy, by region
This is also a way to avoid speculation and overpriced items. Try to always shop at the same places.
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How to decorate your home with plants
Entryway, living room, even the kitchen and bathroom. Every room has its ideal plant, from the most imposing like the ficus benjamin to the more unusual like the tillandsia. They don't just decorate, they're also beneficial.
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How to prune roses
The ideal time to prune roses is between February and March. You'll essentially need two tools: sharp shears and a saw. If you want to learn the ropes, however, here's a list of pruning schools in Italy.
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How to reduce paper consumption
On average, each Italian consumes two hundred kilos of paper a year. A huge waste.
Simply print less, use more fabric, and reduce paper waste. And also...
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Why plants in the office are good for you
They clean the air and beautify the environment. But they also help reduce stress and increase productivity.
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Dog boarding schools: what they are and how much they cost
Widespread in Lombardy and the Rome area, requests for four-legged friends are innumerable. It functions just like a daycare center, including meals and nap time. And the dogs socialize and have fun, improving their behavior.
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E-cigarettes are not harmless
There are pros and cons, but one thing is certain: they contain 132 dangerous substances that can damage the heart and lungs. Especially if you become a dual smoker.
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Olga: From beautician to edelweiss grower
After years of working amidst the odors and scents of chemicals, she's now the princess of edelweiss in Val di Sole. She's opened her own certified organic cosmetics company, also growing mallow and arnica. And pursuing her love for her valleys.
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Foodbusters: Volunteers who recover wasted food at events
Corporate conventions, graduation parties, first communions: wherever there's an event, a third of the food ends up in the garbage. And instead, it could end up in soup kitchens.
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Carbon gazebos for gardens and terraces
They're shaped like jellyfish and sea urchins. With just one thread, you can create a work of architecture.
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Where do you throw away pens, pencils, and markers?
Never in plastic. Pens and pencils should be thrown in the organic waste bin. The same goes for markers.
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