The surprising origin of US rice

South Africa is blessed with stunning natural beauty, but very few residents have historically had access to the sea. Now, a champion freediver is hoping to change that.

• South Africa
• Reasons to Love the World
• Sustainability
• Environment
• Diving

Unique to the Channel Islands but most famously harvested on Guernsey, ormers can only be gathered around 20 days of the year – and are wrapped in a host of rules.

• Great Britain
• Food

In this southern Thai city, people wake up before 04:00 and flock to dim sum halls, vintage cafes and street food vendors for their early morning fix.

• Thailand
• Food

In India, girls have historically been valued less than boys. But after a father tragically lost his daughter, he spearheaded a nationwide campaign to change gender perceptions.

• India
• Reasons to Love the World
• Environment
• Sustainability

Native Australian flours are being touted as the next big thing in sustainable baking. But the revival of ancient grains could have a much bigger impact than making sandwiches tastier.

• Australia
• Food

Because of the ongoing pandemic, Mt Everest was closed to climbers for much of 2020, which has forced some to reconsider how it's being used.

• Nepal
• Nature & Outdoors
• Hiking

When winter is gloomy – particularly during Covid – cold and ice bring relief and joy to the Netherlands, where a passion for outdoor skating is embedded into the culture.

• The Netherlands
• Nature & Outdoors