La Rivière Anglaise

English River, known in French as La Rivière Anglaise, is an administrative district of Seychelles on the island of Mahé. Its double name is itself a piece of local history, showing how French and English have both left…

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 English River, Seychelles 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 English River, Seychelles would you like to share this week? We look forward t…

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 English River, Seychelles and tell us briefly where you took it!

Not every day is sunny, and with kids you need good ideas when it pours. Where do you go in Saint Paul, Antigua and Barbuda when it's wet outside: the library, the swimming pool, a board-game café, or puddle jumping aft…

Every place can become a little nicer to live in, and locals often have the best ideas. What would you improve in Saint Paul, Antigua and Barbuda: more benches, better cycle paths, a meeting place for young and old? Sha…

Helping out, for example coaching kids' sports, at an animal shelter or at local events, brings new friendships and looks great on your CV. Often just a few hours a month are enough. Simply ask clubs and organisations i…

Strong, unique passwords and two-factor login protect your accounts better than anything else. Before you post, ask yourself if you'd still be fine with it in five years, and never share addresses or locations with stra…

A wobbly chair, a toaster that's given up, trousers with a hole: plenty can be saved with a little skill. At a repair meetup people bring their broken things and work out a fix together with handy neighbours. Can you re…