Biu

When you go on holiday or fall ill, someone needs to look after the cat, dog or rabbit. Neighbours are ideal: short distances and a familiar face for the animal. It's best to meet beforehand for a quick visit. Are you l…

For some older people the trip to the supermarket is hard work, especially when it's icy or very hot. If you're going shopping anyway, it's often easy to pick something up for someone else. A note in the hallway or a qu…

Guitar, drums, singing or beats on your laptop: music brings people together. Many towns have rehearsal rooms, music schools or open-mic nights where you can try things out. And bands are often looking for exactly the i…

Looking for an apprenticeship can feel huge at first. A good start: think about what you enjoy and ask local businesses directly about a work placement. Many companies welcome speculative applications even when nothing …

Festivals, customs and small rituals connect people across decades. Which tradition in Biu, Nigeria means the most to you, and do you take part yourself? Tell us about it in the comments!

So many nice things happen that never make the papers: a lost wallet returned, a new shop opening, a lovely celebration. What good news from Biu, Nigeria would you like to share this week? We look forward to your posts!

A sunrise over the rooftops, a front garden in bloom or a funny sign: home is full of great pictures. Show us your best photo of the week from Biu, Nigeria and tell us briefly where you took it!

Biu is a local government area in southern Borno State, Nigeria. It boasts a rich cultural heritage spanning over six centuries. Located approximately 200 km from Maiduguri, the state capital, Biu has evolved into a sig…

The name of Biu was initially called Viu which in Babur and Bura Language means high. The Biu kingdom became established around 1670 in the reign of Mari Watila Tampta. King Mari Watirwa (r. 1793–1838), whose capital wa…

Biu is a city and a Local Government Area (LGA) in southern Borno State of Nigeria. The town is the administrative centre of the LGA and was once the capital of the Biu kingdom, and is now capital of the Biu Emirate. …

A raised bed in the courtyard, a community garden or simply swapping cuttings and seeds: gardening connects generations. People without a garden of their own are often happy to share a bed. Do you have plants, tools or …

A sunrise over the rooftops, a front garden in bloom or a funny sign: home is full of great pictures. Show us your best photo of the week from Hamilton, Bermuda and tell us briefly where you took it!

So many nice things happen that never make the papers: a lost wallet returned, a new shop opening, a lovely celebration. What good news from Hamilton, Bermuda would you like to share this week? We look forward to your p…

Festivals, customs and small rituals connect people across decades. Which tradition in Hamilton, Bermuda means the most to you, and do you take part yourself? Tell us about it in the comments!

Your first own money disappears fast if you're not careful. A simple trick: write down everything you spend for one month, and you'll see where it goes. Put a small amount aside at the start of each month before buying …

Where do you actually meet up when you don't want to stay at home all the time? Youth centre, skate park, library or the meadow by the river: every place has its spots. Which hangouts in Hamilton, Bermuda can you recomm…

Almost every neighbourhood is home to people with many different first languages. In a language exchange two people learn from each other: half an hour in one language, half an hour in the other. Real friendships often …

Not every kind of help needs tools or a car. Sometimes a walk, a phone call or a coffee together is exactly what someone is missing, especially people who live alone. Would you like to give some time for a chat in Hamil…

Lots of things in town only work because people give their time for free. Where do you volunteer in Paget Parish, and where could more helping hands be useful? Tell us about it and inspire others to join in!

A good walk clears the head and shows your home from a new angle. Which route do you love most in Paget Parish, and roughly how long does it take? Share your favourite loop with us!