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Ruth Bader Ginsburg: Supreme court justice has cancer again Ruth Bader Ginsburg is the court's most senior liberal justice, and her health is closely watched US Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has said she is undergoing chemotherapy for a recurrence of cancer. In a statement, the 87-year-old judge said the treatment was having "positive results" and she was "fully able" to continue in her post. Ms Ginsburg said a scan had revealed lesions on her liver, but the chemotherapy had helped to reduce them. As the court's most senior liberal justice, her health is closely watched. She has received hospital treatment a number of times in recent years but has returned swiftly to work on each occasion. Why half of America panics when this woman falls ill Meet the Supremes - the judges on the top US court Why is the US top court so important? "On May 19, I began a course of chemotherapy to treat a recurrence of cancer," Ms Ginsburg said in her statement. "The chemotherapy course... is yielding positive results," she added. "My most recent scan on 7 July indicated [a] significant reduction of the liver lesions and no new disease." "I am tolerating chemotherapy well and am encouraged by the success of my current treatment," she said. "I will continue bi-weekly chemotherapy to keep my cancer at bay." Supreme Court justices serve for life or until they choose to retire, and supporters have expressed concern that if anything were to happen to Ms Ginsburg a more conservative judge might replace her. President Donald Trump has appointed two judges since taking office, and the current court is seen to have a 5-4 conservative majority in most cases.

A new study shows how time-restricted diet can help in weight loss A study has identified two fasting diets for weight loss. (Source: getty images) A new study by researchers from the University of Illinois at Chicago has identified two fasting diets, also known as time-restricted feeding diets, to be able to lose weight. The study reported results from a clinical trial that compared a four-hour time-restricted feeding diet and a six-hour time-restricted feeding diet to participants. Those in the first group were asked to eat only between 1-5 pm. And the second group was asked to eat between 1-7 pm. In both groups, they were allowed to eat any food of their choice during the eating period. During the fasting hours, the participants were asked to drink water or calorie-free beverages. They were also directed to maintain weight without changing their diet or physical activity levels. The participants were followed for 10 weeks as weight, insulin resistance, oxidative stress, blood pressure, LDL cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, triglycerides and inflammatory markers were tracked. Published in Cell Metabolism, the study found that both study groups reduced calorie intake by about 550 calories each day simply by adhering to the schedule and lost about three percent of their body weight. There also was no significant difference in weight loss or cardiometabolic risk factors between the 4-hour and 6-hour diet groups. Read| Watch out for these diet types in 2020 to lose weight Further, insulin resistance and oxidative stress levels were also found to have reduced. There was no effect on blood pressures, LDL cholesterol, HDL cholesterol or triglycerides. “The findings of this study are promising and reinforce what we’ve seen in other studies — fasting diets are a viable option for people who want to lose weight, especially for people who do not want to count calories or find other diets to be fatiguing,” Krista Varady, study author and professor of nutrition at the UIC College of Applied Health Sciences, was quoted as saying by sciencedaily.com. “It’s also telling that there was no added weight loss benefit for people who sustained a longer fast — until we have further studies that directly compare the two diets or seek to study the optimal time for fasting, these results suggest that the 6-hour fast might make sense for most people who want to pursue a daily fasting diet,” Varady added.

Friday Fix: Autocar's best of the week As the working week draws to a close, you no doubt want to catch up with everything that has happened in the world of motoring over the past few days. So we’re bringing you our favourite videos, stories, photos and quotes of the week all in one place. Here are today’s picks: After a 24-year hiatus, the Bronco nameplate returns as Ford resurrects its rugged SUV family to take on the Jeep Wrangler. Retro-inspired looks, focused 4x4 drivetrains and a selection of Ecoboost engines aim to appeal to the huge US appetite for off-roading, while a more road-focused Bronco Sport targets the Jeep Compass with a more comfort-oriented interior. Ford currently only has plans to sell the Bronco in North America, but public reaction has been hugely positive. Could we see an about-face and the Bronco head to this side of the Atlantic? We've got all the details: New Ford Bronco: revived Jeep Wrangler rival revealed VIDEO OF THE WEEK Look out Tesla: the American EV pioneer has largely had the premium electric saloon market to itself, with German rivals largely focusing on SUVs, but that changes this year. Polestar's debut electric effort, the Polestar 2, follows the plug-in hybrid Polestar 1 as a more accessible, practical saloon that can manage 292 miles on a single charge. 402bhp and a 0-62mph time of just 4.7sec means it's no slouch, either. Matt Saunders drives one for the first time on UK roads to see how it stacks up to the Tesla Model 3. PHOTO OF THE WEEK Back to top The incredible performance, the astonishingly good looks, the astronomical price: there are many aspects of the McLaren Speedtail that impress, but the iconic central driving position is one that will never fail to raise a smile. Woking's £2.1m hybrid hyper-GT has been labelled the "spiritual successor" to the legendary F1, but now we've driven one on public roads for the first time, it's clear the Speedtail is something even more inspiring. 2020 McLaren Speedtail first drive review QUOTE OF THE WEEK "There’s so much going on in the Nomad R that its performance feels brutal. Apparently, it can do 0-60mph in 2.9sec. Gearshifts come so fast, and so loudly, and the whine behind you is so vocally like a race or rally car’s that it’s almost overwhelming.” Matt Prior's first experience of Ariel's Nomad R, the limited-run, maximum-fun spaceframe off-roader built to tackle Tarmac rally stages. A sequential six-speed gearbox and 335bhp supercharged Honda engine give prodigious performance, making driving one more akin to a supermoto motorbike than a sports car. 2020 Ariel Nomad R first drive review FROM THE ARCHIVE In the 1890s, doctors were making the difficult decision whether to continue home visits by horse and cart, or upgrade to the latest innovation: the motor car. Autocar's pages at the time were filled with adverts pitching dedicated doctor's cars, and the letters section sparked discussion amongst MDs. One even did the maths, and concluded after initial expense, a car made a lot more sense. From the archive: Should doctors swap horse for car? PO[CENSORED]R OPINION Was the recently culled Renault Koleos a victim of Britain's beer culture? The SUV may be the acceptable face of big cars in countries where they drink more wine, but seemingly our love of the hops corellates to a love of saloon and estate cars as well. Confused? Matt Prior explains: Matt Prior: How wine killed the Renault Koleos

Origins: First cars of the world's most famous car makers Karl Benz built the first car in 1885, and since then many thousands of companies have sprung up trying to make a name for themselves. But few have survived and here we take a look at how some of those survivors (plus a few that didn't make it) got started. Sometimes things are a lot more convoluted than you think though, with some companies claiming two (or even three) first cars…

From colours, prints, textures, Katrina Kaif owns her fashion, here are top 5 looks of hers From bodycon dresses and short flouncy dresses to gowns, classic sarees to salwar kameez sets, beachwear to street wear, Katrina nails all her looks. (Instagram/Katrina Kaif) Katrina Kaif brings her fashion A-game in every style she chooses to carry. The stylish actor turns 37 today and will soon be seen opposite Akshay Kumar in Sooryavanshi. When it comes to her sartorial sense, Katrina Kaif has a distinctive sense and she knows what works best for her. The actor has been seen sporting everything from short flouncy dresses to gowns, classic sarees to salwar-kameez sets, beachwear to street wear and more. As far as her wardrobe is concerned, she brings in a sense of originality and immense grace. Be it red carpet fashion, film promotions, holidays or airport looks, Kaif pulls off everything with aplomb. Even though it took a while for her to blend into Bollywood in terms of her movie roles, she has always been known for her fashion sense. She has managed to define who she is and how she wants to be understood and celebrated in the years she’s been active in the Hindi film industry. In the recent past, we’ve seen a number of dresses on her with interesting cuts and drapes, skirts, jackets, tops and also the classy nine-yard. She always complements her fashion with the makeup and jewellery such that none look gaudy or loud. Even her home’s interiors exude the simplistic yet sophisticated style that the actor is best-known for. From the doors, to the cupboards, to her bookshelves, everything at her home carries a rugged finish, giving it a boho aesthetic overall. On Katrina’s 37th birthday, here are our favourite looks on the actor spotted in recent times: Orange bodycon dress Katrina Kaif wore a gorgeous tiger orange textured bodycon dress at the trailer launch of Sooryavanshi in March this year. She completed the bandage dress look with minimal hoops and nude stilettos. She went with pastel tones, her signature neutral glossy lips, kohl-eyes and open tresses to complement this look. Floral dresses/looks Katrina went all-out to experiment with floral prints for the promotions of Bharat last year. At one of the events, she wore a black dress with huge yellow and red roses that made for a great day-time look. The stunning star kept her hair open which made her look all the more easy-breezy. This outfit also screamed fun and gave total beach vibes! Holiday look Even though the tourism sector is beginning to open up now after a long period of lockdown amid the coronavirus pandemic, Katrina’s vacation pictures from Maldives can still uplift one’s mood and give hope to the time when we could channel our inner divas when we are ready to travel again. Evening gowns For HT India’s Most Stylish 2019, where the actor was awarded the trendsetter of the year, Katrina Kaif chose to don a velvet red Ester Abner gown with a high slit. She styled this outfit with gold heels and kept her make-up simple with just a dash of pink on her lips. Beach vibes meet summer fashion Katrina stunned in this vibrant yellow crepe dress from Altuzarra’s Spring 2019 collection during Bharat promotions in 2019. The dress featured an edgy slit with prints inspired by the watercolour illustrations by designer Joseph Altuzarra. The gorgeous actor completed this look with white sandals and minimal jewellery.

Megan Thee Stallion 'suffered gunshot wounds', apparently injuring foot US rapper Megan Thee Stallion has said she's "grateful to be alive" after being shot, but has given few details of her injuries or how they happened. The chart-topping star said she "suffered gunshot wounds" on Sunday and is expected to make a full recovery. A video apparently showed her bleeding from her foot after police stopped a car also containing rapper Tory Lanez. He was later charged with carrying a concealed weapon. Police said one person had suffered "a foot injury". The Texas-born rapper, whose real name is Megan Pete, topped the US chart in May with Savage. The song, which became a viral dance craze on TikTok, also reached number three in the UK, thanks to a remix featuring Beyonce. Megan was also named best female hip-hop artist at last month's BET Awards, beating Cardi B, Nicki Minaj and Lizzo. It had been reported that she had cut her foot on broken glass during the incident in the Hollywood Hills, in which Lanez was arrested. But she took to Instagram on Wednesday to "set the record straight". "On Sunday morning, I suffered gunshot wounds, as a result of a crime that was committed against me and done with the intention to physically harm me," she wrote. "I was never arrested, the police officers drove me to the hospital where I underwent surgery to remove the bullets. "I'm incredibly grateful to be alive and that I'm expected to make a full recovery, but it was important for me to clarify the details about this traumatic night." She also wrote: "This whole experience was an eye opener and a blessing in disguise. I hate that it took this experience for me to learn how to protect my energy." Skip Instagram post by theestallion Report End of Instagram post by theestallion Police said officers responded to reports of gunshots at about 04:30 PST (11:30 GMT) on Sunday. The Los Angeles Times quoted the LA Police Department as saying one person was taken to the hospital "with a foot injury". According to the paper, two sources familiar with the investigation said her injury at the scene was consistent with being struck by shattered glass. The video posted by TMZ showed a woman it identified as the rapper limping out of a vehicle, leaving blood marks from one foot.

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Fertility rate: 'Jaw-dropping' global crash in children being born The world is ill-prepared for the global crash in children being born which is set to have a "jaw-dropping" impact on societies, say researchers. Falling fertility rates mean nearly every country could have shrinking po[CENSORED]tions by the end of the century. And 23 nations - including Spain and Japan - are expected to see their po[CENSORED]tions halve by 2100. Countries will also age dramatically, with as many people turning 80 as there are being born. What is going on? The fertility rate - the average number of children a woman gives birth to - is falling. If the number falls below approximately 2.1, then the size of the po[CENSORED]tion starts to fall. In 1950, women were having an average of 4.7 children in their lifetime. Researchers at the University of Washington's Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation showed the global fertility rate nearly halved to 2.4 in 2017 - and their study, published in the Lancet, projects it will fall below 1.7 by 2100. As a result, the researchers expect the number of people on the planet to peak at 9.7 billion around 2064, before falling down to 8.8 billion by the end of the century. "That's a pretty big thing; most of the world is transitioning into natural po[CENSORED]tion decline," researcher Prof Christopher Murray told the BBC. "I think it's incredibly hard to think this through and recognise how big a thing this is; it's extraordinary, we'll have to reorganise societies." Why are fertility rates falling? It has nothing to do with sperm counts or the usual things that come to mind when discussing fertility. Instead it is being driven by more women in education and work, as well as greater access to contraception, leading to women choosing to have fewer children. In many ways, falling fertility rates are a success story. Which countries will be most affected? Japan's po[CENSORED]tion is projected to fall from a peak of 128 million in 2017 to less than 53 million by the end of the century. Italy is expected to see an equally dramatic po[CENSORED]tion crash from 61 million to 28 million over the same timeframe. They are two of 23 countries - which also include Spain, Portugal, Thailand and South Korea - expected to see their po[CENSORED]tion more than halve. "That is jaw-dropping," Prof Christopher Murray told me. China, currently the most populous nation in the world, is expected to peak at 1.4 billion in four years time before nearly halving to 732 million by 2100. India will take its place. The UK is predicted to peak at 75 million in 2063, and fall to 71 million by 2100. However, this will be a truly global issue, with 183 out of 195 countries having a fertility rate below the replacement level. Why is this a problem? You might think this is great for the environment. A smaller po[CENSORED]tion would reduce carbon emissions as well as deforestation for farmland. "That would be true except for the inverted age structure (more old people than young people) and all the uniformly negative consequences of an inverted age structure," says Prof Murray. The study projects: The number of under-fives will fall from 681 million in 2017 to 401 million in 2100. The number of over 80-year-olds will soar from 141 million in 2017 to 866 million in 2100. Prof Murray adds: "It will create enormous social change. It makes me worried because I have an eight-year-old daughter and I wonder what the world will be like." Who pays tax in a massively aged world? Who pays for healthcare for the elderly? Who looks after the elderly? Will people still be able to retire from work? "We need a soft landing," argues Prof Murray. Are there any solutions? Countries, including the UK, have used migration to boost their po[CENSORED]tion and compensate for falling fertility rates. However, this stops being the answer once nearly every country's po[CENSORED]tion is shrinking. "We will go from the period where it's a choice to open borders, or not, to frank competition for migrants, as there won't be enough," argues Prof Murray. Some countries have tried policies such as enhanced maternity and paternity leave, free childcare, financial incentives and extra employment rights, but there is no clear answer. Sweden has dragged its fertility rate up from 1.7 to 1.9, but other countries that have put significant effort into tackling the "baby bust" have struggled. Singapore still has a fertility rate of around 1.3. Prof Murray says: "I find people laugh it off; they can't imagine it could be true, they think women will just decide to have more kids. "If you can't [find a solution] then eventually the species disappears, but that's a few centuries away." How do countries fight falling birth rates? The researchers warn against undoing the progress on women's education and access to contraception. Prof Stein Emil Vollset said: "Responding to po[CENSORED]tion decline is likely to become an overriding policy concern in many nations, but must not compromise efforts to enhance women's reproductive health or progress on women's rights." What about Africa? The po[CENSORED]tion of sub-Saharan Africa is expected to treble in size to more than three billion people by 2100. And the study says Nigeria will become the world's second biggest country, with a po[CENSORED]tion of 791 million. Prof Murray says: "We will have many more people of African descent in many more countries as we go through this. "Global recognition of the challenges around racism are going to be all the more critical if there are large numbers of people of African descent in many countries." Why is 2.1 the fertility rate threshold? You might think the number should be 2.0 - two parents have two children, so the po[CENSORED]tion stays the same size. But even with the best healthcare, not all children survive to adulthood. Also, babies are ever so slightly more likely to be male. It means the replacement figure is 2.1 in developed countries. Nations with higher childhood mortality also need a higher fertility rate. What do the experts say? Prof Ibrahim Abubakar, University College London (UCL), said: "If these predictions are even half accurate, migration will become a necessity for all nations and not an option. "To be successful we need a fundamental rethink of global politics. "The distribution of working-age po[CENSORED]tions will be crucial to whether humanity prospers or withers."

The power of touch: I'm shielding with small children. Chubby thigh squeezes have saved my 2020 Tim Jonze … ‘I can’t pretend that this abundance of touch has ever been suffocating.’ Photograph: Provided by Tim Jonze When I lie down on the floor – which is frequently at the moment because I’ve spent exactly 116 days in lockdown with a three-year-old and her baby brother and I’m never not utterly exhausted – my daughter takes advantage. She clambers up my shins, hooks her tiny rib cage over my bent knees and pulls herself up until it feels as if her lungs may crumple … then dives headfirst down my thighs, crash landing on my stomach with a shriek of pure glee. We call it the Slide Game, one of the many activities we do together best described as “fun at first, losing its appeal by the 57th go”. The Slide Game normally ends with a bear hug; her trapped wriggling under my arms as I press our faces together, wondering how long I can get away with not letting her go, because I want to never let her go. At least she can wriggle free, unlike her brother, who has little say in accepting my shower of soggy kisses and chubby thigh squeezes. Not that he seems to mind, choosing to attach himself to me koala-like for large parts of the day, nails dug in my neck while my lips rest on his fuzzy hair. Lockdown has been cruel on everyone I know, in all kinds of ways. I’ve been shielding because it’s still unclear whether the blood clotting cancer I have interacts badly with Covid-19. That has meant embarking on a perma-childcare shift, one that normally begins at about 5am and stretches ahead like a road in the desert, with no places to refuel along the way. I barely leave the house, my brain has turned to mush and I often find myself sitting slumped with my phone, too tired to conjure up entertainment beyond finding the channel PAW Patrol is on. But lack of human touch is not a trauma I can share. In a world starved of physical contact, I’m a guilty glutton, squirrelled away with my plentiful supply, entangled in a cornucopia of limbs; feet in my ribs; fingers in my nostrils. My kids slip soapily down my body when I shower them, murmur gently when I hug them close, spray hay fever sneezes across my face like the super-spreaders of love that they are. I can’t get enough. To quote the great Labi Siffre, I could almost eat them. Sometimes, I try, swallowing my son’s shoulder blade or cheek whole – nyom-nyom-nyom – while he yanks at my hair and ears (actually incredibly painful, please stop, if you’re reading this). At the end of this year, when corona was still just something you put half a lime in, I asked the comedian Rob Delaney how he spends his time when he is at home. “Jigsaws,” he said, “and being sat on by as many of my children as possible at any one time.” Well, my wife and I bought a 1,000-piece jigsaw after that comment and, after spending six months piecing it together, we both can confirm the second activity is a lot more fun. Touch is like a circuit board lighting up your insides, a druggy jolt racing through your pleasure diodes. So while this year has undoubtedly been one of the toughest periods I can remember, I can’t pretend that this abundance of touch has ever been suffocating, or even annoying. Instead, I have learned that touch is the one thing you can never have too much of. • Tim Jonze is the associate editor of Guardian Culture Since you're here ... ... we have a small favour to ask. Millions are flocking to the Guardian for quality news every day. 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Autocar magazine 15 July - on sale now Nissan has introduced the Ariya, the Japanese marque’s second EV and its first SUV to run purely on electricity. Clever technology, ‘exciting’ handling and a performance variant with up to 389bhp are its defining features, but there’s plenty more to the car that Nissan claims will “mark a new era for electric vehicles”. We lift the bonnet. ALSO IN THIS ISSUE Cupra has revealed the new El-Born, dialling up the EV’s sportiness with “significant design and performance upgrades”. Then, Mercedes unleashes its 720bhp AMG GT Black Series, the long-awaited sports car being powered by the most potent V8 engine that AMG has ever made. Meanwhile, the Lamborghini Sian Roadster variant emerges from the show covers to usurp the Ferrari 812 GTS as the world’s most powerful open-top production car. It produces 808bhp, which is almost double the grunt made by the BMW’s new 2 Series Coupé, spotted stretching its legs in Mexico this week. This year’s Festival of Speed may have been cancelled but Goodwood is set to host a behind-closed-doors motoring festival in mid-October to “keep the flame alive” and recoup some lost revenue. Then, LEVC reveals the van version of its TX taxi, the VN5, and opens the order books, BMW chases Jag’s I-Pace with its new iX3, the marque’s second fully electric model which packs a 285-mile range, and Land Rover replaces the V6 and V8 diesel engines for its Range Rover and Range Rover Sport models with a new 3.0-litre straight-six mild hybrid. In this week’s business section, we survey the changing landscape of car sales in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, finding public “appetite for spending remains questionable”. Jim Holder caps the news section by weighing up the pros and the cons of FCA-PSA merger. Reviews The Polestar 2 kicks off our first drives this week as Volvo’s new electrified performance brand makes its big introductory statement with a rival to the Tesla Model 3. Then, we get behind the wheel of the off-road Ariel that thinks it’s an asphalt rally car. Is it another gem from the British marque? ADVERTISEMENT Find an Autocar car review Choose a make Then a model Driven this week Ariel Nomad R 2020 UK first drive review - hero front 15 JULY 2020 FIRST DRIVE Ariel Nomad R 2020 UK review It’s the off-road Ariel that thinks it’s an asphalt rally car – so you’ll... 15 JULY 2020 FIRST DRIVE Hyundai i10 N Line 2020 UK review Gets the turbocharged engine the i10 always needed, but styling revisions,... McLaren Speedtail 2020 UK first drive review - hero front 15 JULY 2020 FIRST DRIVE McLaren Speedtail 2020 UK review It has been labelled the spiritual successor to the legendary F1, but the... Read our review CAR REVIEW Here is the fourth-gen Mazda MX-5 - the definitive small sports car Mazda MX-5 Fourth-generation MX-5 heads back to Mazda's roadster's roots, surpassing its predecessor in every area Read our review Back to top The Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d has a stern rival in the Land Rover Discovery Sport, while the AMG GLE 53 4Matic sports bold looks, rippling muscles and honed dynamics and Hyundai takes on the VW Up GTI with the new i10 N Line. In the Autocar road test, the Bentley Flying Spur comes under the microscope, while its long-standing rival stars in this week’s road test rewind. The second Phantom of Rolls-Royce’s modern era showed itself to be a world-beater. Features The McLaren Speedtail has been labelled the spiritual successor to the legendary F1. So it’s only fitting for Andrew Frankel, the man who reviewed the F1 for Autocar all those years ago, to get behind the wheel for a first drive. Then, from one £1m-plus supercar to several others. James Banks, the man behind ultra-exclusive digital members club LaSource, tells us how he brokers the world’s rarest metal for discrete buyers. There are cars everyone raves about - and others only diehard fans covet. Our writers round-up their picks from both camps. Finally, in the motorsport section, we catch up with triple world touring car champion Andy Priaulx, before pondering what awaits for British motorsport after the Covid-19 pandemic. Opinions Steve Cropley has been waiting for ages to get hold of the latest-spec Mazda MX-5. But how much of an improvement really is it over his 2015 model? Then again, the real problem may just be our man’s rusty driving. Cue a phone call to Jonathan Palmer, founder and head honcho of Palmer Sport to book a much-needed lesson. Elsewhere, Matt Prior muses on the surprising versatility of the Ariel Nomad R. 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Dreams Dreams are defined as images or stories that the mind creates at any time during sleep, but most real dreams occur during deep sleep, when the brain is at the peak of its activity, [1] where this period is known as REM. Rapid Eye Sleep), which is more concentrated in the second half of the night. [2] Sleeping stages Feeling sleepy due to the accumulation of natural adenosine in it during daylight hours, which leads to low blood pressure, slowed pulse and breathing, and muscle relaxation in all Throughout the body. [3] The rapid eye movement stage during sleep The brain moves through five different stages, including the rapid eye movement stage, which occurs after about ninety minutes of sleep, and continues for ten minutes or more, as this stage repeats several times during the night and increases Gradually every time, during this stage the brain and body go through several changes, including: Increased speed of eye movement, rapid and irregular breathing, increased blood pressure, heart rate, change in body temperature, and the brain is at the height of its activity as if the person was awake, and temporary paralysis of the extremities and face occurs. [4] How dreams occur during The rapid eye movement phase, the entire brain becomes at the height of its activity, and at this stage a network activation system that passes in circles from the brain stem to the thalamus and then to the cortex is controlled. The limbic system in the middle of the brain is responsible for dealing with emotions in general during dreams, and this system includes the amygdala, usually associated with emotions of fear that are activated during dreams. 5] The cerebral cortex is responsible for the content of dreams; Like seeing people, flying experience, etc., the visual cortex in the back of the brain is active, while parts of the frontal lobe are less active, which explains why people during dreams cannot distinguish, and accept dream events as if they were real, [5] After that, the brain interprets and analyzes these activities and creates a meaning for the random signals that produce the dream. For the health of body, mind and emotion, studies have proven that people who do not enter the rapid eye movement stage suffer from anxiety, depression, tension, difficulty concentrating, weight gain, hallucinations, and many researchers note that dreams help to solve problems, treat emotions, and integrate Memories, and Sigmund Freud sees dreams as a window into the subconscious, a way to satisfy unacceptable desires in society.

Encyclopedic collections of objects whose boundaries were not yet defined in the European Renaissance. Modern terminology categorizes these objects within natural history (sometimes forged), geology, description of human races, archeology, religious or historical remains, artwork (including cabin panels), and antiquities.

Poland's Duda narrowly beats Trzaskowski in presidential vote Poland's incumbent President Andrzej Duda has narrowly beaten challenger Rafal Trzaskowski in Sunday's presidential vote. The National Electoral Commission said Mr Duda had won 51.2% of the votes. It is Poland's slimmest presidential election victory since the end of communism in 1989. One of the major issues of the election was the future of the country's strained relations with the European Union. Mr Duda is a social conservative allied with the government led by the nationalist Law and Justice (PiS) party, while Mr Trzaskowski is the socially liberal mayor of Warsaw. Poland's Duda rides wave of 'sacred tradition' The party that sees gay rights as a threat to Poland Mr Duda's win is expected to lead to further controversial reforms to the judiciary and continued opposition to abortion and gay rights. During the campaign Mr Duda came under heavy criticism after he said LGBT rights were an "ideology" more destructive than communism. What are the results? At a press conference on Monday morning, the heads of the electoral commission said they were not sure when complete results would be announced, as some polling stations had yet to submit their counts. But with 99% of all constituencies reporting, those tallies were not expected to affect the result. Turnout was reportedly 68.2%. The opposition Civic Platform (PO) group - which backed Mr Trzaskowski - told Reuters news agency it was collecting information on voting "irregularities" after the polls closed on Sunday, including reports of Poles abroad not receiving their voting packages in time to take part in the election. Analysts believe the close result could lead to court challenges. "I think there will certainly be electoral protests and I think the whole issue will end up in the Supreme Court," Warsaw University political scientist Anna Materska-Sosnowska told AFP news agency. The election had been due to take place in May, when Mr Duda was higher in the polls and stood a better chance of winning in the first round. Although the coronavirus pandemic had not yet peaked, the government was desperate for the May vote to go ahead. It eventually backed down when a junior coalition partner joined the opposition in saying the PiS was putting politics before public health. What does this mean for Poland and the EU? President Duda's victory means the governing PiS party can now implement its programme unhindered until the next parliamentary elections in three years. The presidential election was the closest since the fall of communism in 1989 but the high turnout means President Duda won a clear mandate. Despite the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic, the government has pledged to continue its po[CENSORED]r welfare scheme that has helped raise many Polish families out of poverty. More controversially, the PiS has said it wants to complete its overhaul of the judiciary - a policy criticised by the EU and many other international organisations for undermining the rule of law in Poland. That signals more tension with Brussels. The PiS may want to use Mr Duda's victory to pursue greater political control of local government and the private media. But passing legislation to limit foreign ownership of critical private media is difficult under EU rules and risks antagonising Poland's chief ally, the US, as one of the country's most po[CENSORED]r broadcasters, TVN, is owned by an American company. Mr Duda's victory shows there is a strong electorate for social conservatism and generous state hand outs. But the closeness of the vote also suggests that many in Poland are uneasy about the government's attempts to introduce a more illiberal democracy. What's been the media reaction? Polish and European press pundits find the election exposing profound fault lines in Polish society, BBC Monitoring reports. "Young against old, cities against countryside", says Polityka weekly in its headline. Conservative daily Rzeczpospolita calls for "a mending of divisions" and says politicians across the spectrum realise there is an urgent need to "glue together" a polarised society. Some commentators say big guns in the media and the state were deployed against the opposition candidate in what liberal daily Gazeta Wyborcza sees as a "David vs Goliath" battle. "Just like Orwell's Ministry of Truth, PiS media promoted the cult of Duda, slinging mud at Rafal Trzaskowski." But, "despite the machinery of lies, the democracy camp proved that one half of society thinks: 'NO, we have had enough!'" Polityka finds a positive for the losing side and says Mr Trzaskowski "breathed new life" into a "lethargic" opposition. This is echoed by Germany's Sueddeutsche Zeitung, which says Mr Trzaszkowski is "a hero, even without a victory". In neighbouring Slovakia, the Aktuality.sk website says Mr Duda's victory will tempt the ruling party to "see just how far they can go"

Got pimples on the scalp? Here are some effective remedies In order to give some reprieve to your skin, you sometimes need to understand exactly what is plaguing it. (Source: Getty/Thinkstock) As we see a seasonal transition, from summer to monsoon, we also see our skin react to the changing temperature. Skin allergies, rashes, and redness are certainly common around this time of the year, along with bug bites. In order to give some reprieve to your skin, you sometimes need to understand exactly what is plaguing it. Those who are susceptible to acne, will know that sometimes the acne does not limit itself to the face and neck, and can come up on the scalp, too. Besides the itchiness, it is extremely uncomfortable and painful, too. If you are looking for ways to deal with and get rid of them, here are some easy home-based solutions; find out. ALSO READ | Maskne: What is the skin problem caused by wearing masks and how do you treat it? Coconut oil This is the easiest and the most basic thing that you can use. Coconut oil contains anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. As such, it can offer you great relief. Just apply some on your scalp and also the strands, and leave it on for a few hours. Rinse it off using a mild, medicated shampoo that has been recommended by your dermatologist. Do this at least twice every week. Aloe vera Just like coconut oil, the aloe vera gel, too, has anti-acne, anti-inflammatory, and healing properties that can provide immense relief from redness and discomfort of the skin. Just apply the gel directly on the scalp for its cooling properties, and wash it off with cold water after 40 minutes. Repeat every day. ALSO READ | Facing hairfall in monsoon? Here are some reasons and remedies Tea tree oil Tea tree oil is also rich in anti-inflammatory properties and as such, it can help you get rid of acne. It is also believed to have some anti-microbial properties, which can fight the acne-causing microbes. Just wash your hair using your regular mild shampoo, and then add a few drops of the oil to your hair conditioner. Gently apply it along the strands, and then wash it off. Do this thrice every week. You can also apply some peppermint ice cubes on the scalp. Mint leaves are known to keep the body cool in summers, and are also considered to be a skincare necessity. Trust it to even take care of your acne and other skin irritations. When it comes to being frozen in the form of cubes, the benefits will be aplenty.

New Audi A3 Sportback and saloon go on sale from £22,410 The new Audi A3, featuring a dramatic overhaul inside and a mild-hybrid powertrain for the first time, is now available to order in the UK, priced from £22,410. Both the saloon and Sportback variants have arrived on the market at the same time, despite staggered unveilings. The saloon is available in four trim levels, while the Sportback gains an additional Technik entry-level trim, which comes equipped with 16in alloy wheels, LED headlights, Audi's new MMI infotainment system and a 10.25in virtual cockpit as standard. Sport trim, priced from £26,175, adds electric mirrors, dual-zone climate control, 17in alloy wheels and LED daytime running lights, while the second-from-top S Line package gains privacy glass, sports seats, LED interior lighting and 18in alloys. Vorsprung trim heads up the range from £39,075, bringing with it matrix headlights, a black-themed styling pack, a Bang & Olufsen sound system and additional driver safety aids. The tried-and-tested styling of Audi’s best-selling model in Europe remains, although the company has tried to make it look sportier to address the absence of a three-door model, which was culled during the previous generation. Audi’s new A3 has a nearly identical footprint to its predecessor, at 4.34m long and 1.43m high, but is 3cm wider, at 1.82m, giving more elbow and shoulder room for passengers. The model receives digital daytime-running lights for the first time, made up of 15 LEDs, allowing each trim derivative to have an individual light signature to set them apart. The engine line-up at launch is a 148bhp 1.5-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol unit (TFSI) and a 2.0-litre diesel (TDI) with 114bhp or 148bhp. Soon after, a 108bhp 1.0-litre three-cylinder TFSI will launch alongside the most notable unit: a second version of the 1.5 TFSI with mild-hybrid technology. This will mark the first time the A3 has been offered as a mild hybrid, although a petrol-electric plug-in hybrid (PHEV) entered production in 2014. Two PHEV variants of the new model will go on sale at a later date. ADVERTISEMENT Find an Autocar car review Choose a make Then a model Driven this week Mazda CX-5 Skyactiv-G 2WD Sport 13 JULY 2020 FIRST DRIVE Mazda CX-5 2.0 Skyactiv-G Sport 2WD 2020 UK review An unconventional sort of family SUV but a likeable one for its simplicity,... BMW 3 Series 330e 2020 road test review - hero front 10 JULY 2020 CAR REVIEW BMW 3 Series 330e Is this crucial plug-in hybrid version of the big-selling saloon a true BMW... 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There are no official plans to add this tech to other engines in the A3, but powertrain engineer Michael Vogl said that it could be integrated into almost any powertrain. “This system helps us to achieve our goals and helps our customers to save fuel,” said Vogl. “There are low cost increases and low weight increases but an improvement of 10% in consumption.” Following the first wave of engines, further TDI and TFSI options will arrive, including some with Audi’s quattro four-wheel drive system. The flagship S3 and RS3 performance models will be launched later this year. The former, which we have already driven in prototype form, delivers 306bhp from Volkswagen’s 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo engine, while the latter will continue with its trademark five-cylinder unit, as found in the new Audi RS Q3. For those familiar with the A3, the interior is most noticeably changed. Audi has taken the controversial but increasingly po[CENSORED]r route of minimising physical controls, ditching the rotary controller for the infotainment system on the centre console. A new shifter for the dual-clutch automatic gearbox sits in a black gloss surround, close to a round, sensory volume controller that reacts to circular finger movements. There’s a 10.25in digital instrument display and a 10.1in infotainment touchscreen angled slightly towards the driver, while a new climate control unit below it replaces rotary dials with buttons. The A3’s electronics project manager, Melanie Limmer, said the decision to remove some physical buttons was made as “more and more people are getting into touch functions with smartphones” and claimed that the new system is as user-friendly as the previous one. Digital features include up to six user profiles, a wi-fi hotspot, handwriting recognition and improved natural voice control. For example, ask “Where’s the nearest Italian restaurant?” and the sat-nav system will show those nearby. As well as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Amazon’s Alexa voice assistant will become available by this summer. Audi promises that the new A3 offers better comfort and dynamic properties than its predecessor in all of its forms, but particularly when aided by optional adaptive damper control, progressive steering and four driving modes. Its MQB II architecture, which it shares with the new, eighth-generation Volkswagen Golf, is claimed to be lighter yet also more rigid than the platform it replaces. The five-door hatchback and four-door saloon won’t be the only A3 bodystyles to hit showrooms. The absence of the three-door hatchback means no A3 Cabriolet will be produced this time, but Audi plans to introduce a high-riding A3 Allroad model in its absence, with crossover-like styling and a chassis tuned around all-season tyres. This is set to challenge the new Mercedes-Benz GLA from the end of 2021. Autocar understands that there are also plans for a Mercedes-Benz CLA-rivalling five-door liftback, which is expected to arrive next year. Q&A: Juan Carlos Huerta Martinez, A3 exterior designer What was your goal with the new A3? “We had a clear goal with this generation: we wanted to bring more typical hot hatch properties. The proportions are much sportier than in the previous generation and the roof line is lower, more dynamic. We don’t have the sporty three-door A3 now, so it was important to bring sportiness to the Sportback.” What was your inspiration for the new A3? “One reference point was the Lamborghini Countach. The A3 has the same high shoulder line [on the sides], but it’s obviously more extreme in the Countach. There’s this really dominant line [on both cars] and the surface of the bodyside faces down. It’s the first time we have the bodyside of an RS model in the A3.” Back to top How much did you have to stay true to the A3’s well-known design? “It’s always a balance we need to find. This is still an A3, but the car needed to stand out more on the road. The outgoing car is a great car but it needed more character, in my opinion.” Will anything from this A3’s design carry over to other Audis? “We returned to a typical shoulder line, but it’s higher than the lower levels of other Audis. We’ve been criticised in the past for using the same elements on too many cars. We want a specific character for each model.”

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Life after lockdown: Our dream road trips near and far After a few months during which our collective motoring fix has largely come from essential trips to the supermarket, the gentle easing of the coronavirus-induced lockdown has us imagining a time when life returns to normal (as opposed to ‘the new normal’ we keep hearing about). That’s still some way off, but the gradual return of some driving freedom means we can start to dream and plan out some road trips for the future. So these are our ultimate post-lockdown road trip suggestions – along with a slightly more achievable British equivalent. Want to suggest yours? If so, email autocar@haymarket.com. Spa-Francorchamps for a 24-hour endurance race - Tom Morgan After missing out on so much motorsport, there’s only one remedy once restrictions get lifted: full immersion with a 24-hour race, and the holy trinity of European endurance events are all within driving distance. Of the three, Spa gets my vote. It’s less intense than the Nürburgring, which is as much a techno rave in the woods as a motor race, and has fielded GT cars exclusively for almost 20 years. It makes for a closer-run and easier-to-follow race than Le Mans and its prototype classes. Spa’s notoriously changeable weather often makes for exciting racing and track access is the best of the three. There’s nothing like watching Ferrari, Aston Martin and Lamborghini flying up Eau Rouge in person. We should arrive at a GT race in a GT car, so I’ll take a Bentley Continental GT W12 for effortless long-distance cruising in comfort. Getting there from the UK begins uneventfully, with the M20 giving way to the Eurotunnel. On the French side, I’d head north via Dunkirk. Follow the coast across the border and onto the E40, which loops around Brussels, then sidestep Liège on the E42 and through picturesque Verviers before those final few country miles to the circuit. Camp if you can, and if you have to get some sleep, make sure to wake before dawn to watch the darkness give way to a misty morning before the sun rises. When it’s time to come home, if you fancy a high-speed detour, the derestricted E40 Aachen-to-Cologne autobahn is less than an hour’s drive away. Closer to home: WEC six hours of Silverstone: There’s lots of UK endurance racing, but this one is my pick. For me, it’s motorway from Surrey to Wiltshire to pick up my dad, then a mix of A429 and A44 through the Cotswolds before cross-country to Towcester in time for the grid walk. Deep south road trip - Rachel Burgess The romanticism of the American road trip is as strong today as it was in the 1950s, when it symbolised the progress of the US, not least the growth of the automotive industry. If you fancy veering off the obvious Highway 1 or Route 66 (although do those, too, in your lifetime), a charming alternative is a tour of the deep south. A few years ago, having flown to Atlanta, I picked up an unexpected car for the US, a Volkswagen Eos, but it proved enjoyable for its top-down motoring. If you want to splash the cash, go for an American muscle car. From Atlanta to Chattanooga, home to North America’s only Volkswagen plant, before heading to Nashville and then Memphis. Of course, there are plenty of gargantuan highways to cover off the big miles, but go to the less obvious suburbs (as I did, thanks to Airbnb finds) and you can come across some unexpectedly enjoyable driving roads. For a car museum fix, visit the brilliant Graceland (an unmissable place regardless), where there’s a whole museum dedicated to Elvis Presley’s best and maddest motors. Beware power-hungry cops on town outskirts. Rumours of my being pulled over for unknowingly exceeding the speed limit despite driving at a sensible pace cannot be substantiated. Onwards south, take a detour off Highway 55 towards Homochitto National Forest. The route to my tree-house accommodation wasn’t, let’s say, best suited to the Eos, but I managed it despite wishing for a 4x4. The quiet lanes in this part of the region are worlds away from the seven-lane highways. A fun stop in New Orleans, which involved no driving whatsoever and much dancing and music, before weaving along the south coast to Alabama. In this part of the world, you won’t see much for miles, except for episcopal churches and fast-food joints. Back to top After a beach stop, my circular route included a stop in Montgomery, an important and insightful town for recent black history, before finally arriving back at Atlanta. Two weeks, 1500 miles, good company, wind in my hair and lots of Elvis and Motown blaring: few times have I felt more euphoric than this. Closer to home: North Coast 500: It’s predictable for a reason: pick the right time – the shoulder season of summer where you chance good weather without the crowds – and few routes are more enjoyable or breathtaking than that of the north coast of Scotland. Athens to Mount Olympus - Matt Prior Ah, dear old hire car bingo. Remember that? When I first visited Greece, I played it and won, being pleased to be handed the keys to a Citroën Saxo (it was a while ago) for a drive from Athens, heading north through the Greek mainland. Clearly, reason number one to do this is that there are astonishing places to visit on the way: come for the birthplace of Western civilisation and the olives but stay for the road trip. It’s not actually a long journey. From Athens to Mount Olympus is about eight hours if you go via the World Heritage sites at Delphi (which ancient Greeks thought was the centre of the world) and the clifftop monasteries at Meteora. Back to top Somewhere between all these, I remember a stretch of road. I’m not sure where or for how long it lasted, but it rose and fell over mountains with fabulous views and virtually no traffic, empty long corners and plenty of time to enjoy it. I didn’t go on to Mount Olympus when I visited but next time I want to, and from viewing it online, the road – a well-finished single carriageway – looks like a similarly great one to take. Greece has tranquil islands to visit, but travelling the mainland has always felt a little underappreciated to me. Just hope that the ‘or similar’ part of the hire car agreement treats you well. Closer to home: Devon: Hmm, there isn’t really one. Maybe Winchester to the Valley of the Rocks in Devon, via Stonehenge. Pick up the A272 for a good drive. Relax during the A303. Enjoy again when you get to the A39. London to Anglesey - Richard Lane The 300 miles between London and Anglesey – ground covered with reasonable regularity by road testers – can seem like a chore. In reality, this journey is anything but, and I miss it already. Autocar’s typical 10am rendezvous in the pitlane at Trac Môn means I leave my home before even the Tube drivers have risen. The following five hours in the saddle tell you most of what you need to write a road test, if you avoid the sat-nav’s preference to waft up the M6 from Birmingham and then track the A55 across the top of North Wales and instead go north-west as the crow flies, shooting past Shrewsbury towards Bala and then Bangor. Back to top With the cream of the big-engined GT class, you’re crossing into Wales before you know it. Spiky supercars can labour the motorways, noisily chewing the asphalt, but the softer machines truly seem to do Archway to Brum in one languid stride. Once you’re scaling the B4391 into Snowdonia, the fun really starts and the best cars, such as the Porsche 911, display amazing duality. Whatever you’re in, the roads are something else. As if the emptiness and scenery weren’t striking enough, the surfaces are among the finest in the country. After activities on track (and for such a fine track, the travel would be worthwhile even were it not so spectacular), the way back is just as epic. By the time I slip back into London, at night and with the darkness hiding 800 miles of road grime, the truly special machinery has left its mark like a Lamborghini in a Lada showroom. UK alternative: Northern Ireland: Fermanagh and Leitrim in Northern Ireland are home to numerous mind-blowing B-roads that combine twists and troughs with long sight lines. Pikes peak at sunrise - James Attwood Spectating on the Pikes Peak International Hillclimb is a hardcore experience. There’s only one road up, so fans have to make sure they’re in place before 5am – and you can’t come down until after the finish 11 hours or so later. You’re exposed to the elements, with freezing cold, wind, rain, snow and hail all likely even in July – and, with the summit at 14,115ft, altitude sickness can be a problem. It’s brutal. But it’s absolutely worth it. Back to top From near the summit, the view as the sun rises over Colorado is spectacular – and so is the motorsport action. The mix of machinery raises from high-tech prototype hillclimb machines to monstrous trucks and home-brewed custom conversions, all hustled around Pikes Peak’s treacherous switchbacks with scant regard to the huge drops and lack of crash barriers. Of course, you can sample that road as well: aside from the day of the hillclimb, anyone can drive up the toll road. Even at greatly reduced speed, it’s a brilliant, challenging road to drive, with ever-changing views and topography to enjoy. There are plenty of other attractions in the area, too, not least the nearby Penrose Heritage Museum, devoted to showcasing the history of the hillclimb. Nearby Colorado Springs offers a friendly, welcoming base, Denver is only a few hours’ drive away and you could easily add in a trip to the stunning Rocky Mountains National Park. Closer to home: Knockhill: It’s a circuit, rather than a hillclimb, but Knockhill is set in the stunning and hilly Fife countryside, is surrounded by some fabulous roads and isn’t far from Edinburgh. Great driving, motorsport and culture, all in one handy weekend package. Calais to Como - Mark Tisshaw I love a grand tour as much as a great driver’s B-road, perhaps even more so. And my favourite summer holidays of recent years have independently covered both those bases: either driving ones through France over huge distances on the autoroutes or flyaways to the Italian lakes with day-trip drives in little Fiat hire cars up mountain passes. Back to top This trip builds in all of these best bits in the most spectacular style. The destination is the Italian lakes, so head south off the ferry at Calais (and it has got to be a ferry, so you can tuck into your last proper bacon sandwich for a while) and plan for a good two days of Continental cruising. Covering huge miles on empty autoroutes might bore some, yet I love the swift progress you can make on the French motorway network, even if your credit card will take a bit of a hammering at the toll booths. Have lunch in Reims, a late-afternoon stop-off in Metz and then an overnight stay in Strasbourg, arriving at dusk, making sure you take an early morning stroll in this beautiful of Franco-German city. Head south through Switzerland and don’t stop until you cross the Italian border and hit Como. You could never tire of simply driving calmly around the lake, enjoying the tranquillity, but you’ve come this far, so head north to the Splügen Pass, a spectacular mountain road back into Switzerland that isn’t so far away for you to miss your lunch booking. I’m off to book it now… Closer to home: Lake District: UK motorways aren’t as fast or fun as French ones, but they’ll ultimately deliver you to a destination just as stunning as Como: the Lake District. The Cotswolds to Aberystwyth - Steve Cropley When the plague is over, I’ll still want to head to remote places where the horde isn’t. It’s what I enjoy. So I’ll get up very early on the first allowable morning, don my comfortable driving shoes and use the first glimmers of light to point my McLaren from the Cotswolds towards Aberystwyth on the western coast of Wales. It’s 150 miles and three-and-a-half hours by the shortest route 170 miles by mine. First, I’ll use the M4 motorway to cross the Severn Estuary, then spear north to Abergavenny, enjoying still-empty roads where at times you can see three corners ahead. I’ll press on to Brecon before the long, looping A470 carries me many an inspirational mile through Rhayader and Newtown (where I may take breakfast) and onwards to Dolgellau. A left turn will take me down the coast to Aberystwyth. I’m hoping to achieve all this before the school holidays, because caravanners get up early, too. Why this destination? Because I had one of the drives of my life in a Porsche 911 on the A470, sharing the joy with a colleague who could really drive. And years earlier, I parked a Lamborghini on the Aberystwyth seafront to find in the morning that someone had written ‘Marry Me’ in dust on the driver’s door. It was a long time ago, but I remember those roads and that place very fondly. UK alternative: Goodwood: To Goodwood, via the scenic A34 and even more scenic A272. I always enjoy it there, and the journeys out and back are a bonus. I don’t even mind if there’s nothing going on. Bonneville Speed Week - Matt Saunders Once travel restrictions allow, a US trip to the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah, ideally for Speed Week, is an absolute must for me. This is all Colin Goodwin’s fault. He wrote a spellbinding article about land speed record daredevil Craig Breedlove and the mad month he spent in 1965 swapping the ‘LSR’ with big rival Art Arfons. Now I’m itching to get out there and to stand on the salt on which those incredible records were set. If I can make it for Speed Week, of course, all the better, although I suspect you’d do pretty well to find a hotel room in Bonneville in early August. This is when every speed freak within 1000 miles brings their home-made custom racer and competes in a class in which they genuinely stand a chance of a win regardless of what they can afford to spend. Sounds like proper motorsport to me. I’m told it retains an open ‘club racer paddock’ vibe, so you can just wander along, getting up close with all the cars and chatting to drivers as you go. And then I imagine it’s pretty easy to find a nice ‘quiet’ spot to watch the cars and bikes howling along at 400mph over the famous measured mile. Visiting the telegraph pole and the lake that contributed so tellingly to the provenance of Breedlove’s Spirit of America LSR car would be key. Investigating the quality of edible ballast along the way doesn’t sound like such a bad idea, either. Closer to home: Pendine Sands: Pendine Sands, where Malcolm Campbell ran in Blue Bird, is the closest thing we have to Bonneville. Getting down onto the beach in your car isn’t easy these days, but there are great roads nearby. 10 must-visit motorsport events The motorsport calendar is in a state of flux for 2020, but here are some key events – starting at a low budget and rising – to plan for in the future. The British Isles Club racing: For some no-frills entertainment, head to your nearest circuit or a national rally meeting. There’ll usually be lots of racing and a huge variety of cars. BTCC race meeting: Britain’s top motorsport championship is a brilliant day out, with an action-packed schedule. The nine circuits on the calendar span the country; we’d highlight Brands Hatch and Knockhill as particularly good for spectators. Wales Rally GB: Venture into a cold, muddy, dark forest to stand around for hours on end in the pouring rain? Oh yes. It’s worth it to see the world’s best rally drivers tackle Britain’s formidable forest stages. A great weekend adventure: sleep in the car for hardcore thrills or book a Welsh B&B if you’re soft. British Grand Prix: Even if the racing is dull, the British GP is still a fantastic event. Modern Formula 1 cars are spectacular to watch at Silverstone and the crowd creates a big-event vibe. If you really insist that F1 was better in the old days, try the enthralling Silverstone Classic. European road trips Belgian Grand Prix: Spa-Francorchamps is a manageable road trip from the UK and the best track on the F1 calendar. Fickle weather often makes for a thrilling race, too. If you fancy a touch more culture, try the Italian GP at Monza. Monte Carlo Rally: It’s chaotic and spectating requires lots of planning, but it’s worth it to see the World Rally Championship’s best put to a unique test. 24 Hours of Le Mans: It’s a week-long festival, but it’s the moments that will stick out: watching 200mph prototypes streak down the Mulsanne Straight at night or GT cars roaring under the Dunlop Bridge at sunrise. And, of course, eating frites avec mayo while watching some of the world’s top drivers do battle. Long-haul epics Bathurst 1000 (New South Wales, Australia): Clamber up Mount Panorama to sample big, brash, noisy Australian culture. Once you tire of admiring the fans, the supercars are also pretty spectacular. Indianapolis 500 (Indiana, US): You could argue that the Daytona 500 Nascar event is now America’s biggest race, but the sheer pageantry and 119-year history of the Indy 500 sets it apart in our view. The incredible speeds of modern Indycars are mind-blowing. Dakar Rally (Saudi Arabia): This will be an adventure. The epic rally will again be held in Saudi Arabia in 2021, making it marginally more accessible than South America to brave UK fans who fancy heading out into the desert. Best hire a 4x4 if you do. 10 must-visit motoring museums Here are museums where you can revel in the rich history – and exciting future – of all things car-related, in ascending order of adventure. The British Isles British Motor Museum (Gaydon, Warwickshire): This covers the history of UK motoring, with more than 300 cars ranging from 1890s pioneers to one-off prototypes (MG EX-E, anyone?). It’s packed with British-built machines, including a plethora of Jaguar and Land Rover models. Jim Clark Motorsport Museum (Duns, Berwickshire): This small but brilliant museum is a fitting tribute to Jim Clark, featuring cars, photos and exhibits that chart his rise from sheep farmer to F1 legend. Plus, Duns is a beautiful town near fabulous roads. For a broader motorsport museum, try the new Silverstone Experience. Haynes International Motor Museum (Sparkford, Somerset): Complete a trip to Somerset with a visit to this collection of more than 400 cars. Exhibits span the whole range of the motoring world – and you can probably buy a manual on most to take home. Brooklands Museum (Weybridge, Surrey): The car collection is absolutely top quality and the aeronautical exhibits are almost as fascinating. Make sure to scramble up the circuit banking. Pair with a visit to neighbouring Mercedes-Benz World. Back to top European road trips Autostadt (Wolfsburg, Germany): While most of the expo-style Autostadt is dedicated to the Volkswagen Group, head to the Zeithaus for a meticulously curated collection of significant cars that span multiple brands. Museo Ferrari and Museo Enzo Ferrari Modena (Maranello and Modena, Italy): Two museums dedicated to one firm would seem excessive – except this is Ferrari. The town of Maranello is a near-pilgrimage for tifosi, and the museums offer the chance to admire incredible hypercars and racing machines. Cité de l’Automobile (Mulhouse, France): Claims the largest collection of automobiles in the world, with more than 500 cars from nearly 100 manufacturers. Bugattis are a speciality. Long-haul epics Toyota Automobile Museum (Nagoya, Japan): This museum isn’t filled with ancient-but-still-working Corollas; it’s packed with cars that tell the history of motoring from a variety of makers. Petersen Automotive Museum (Los Angeles, California): The building is spectacular, but the cars are the stars. Famous Hollywood machines include the DeLorean DMC-12 from Back to the Future and Magnum PI’s Ferrari 308 GTS Targa. Lada Avtovaz Museum (Togliatti, Russia): It will take some effort to reach Togliatti, nestled in Russia’s Samara Oblast, and even more effort to find the Avtovaz Museum on the ground floor of a nondescript, Communist-era office block. But you’ll be rewarded with a fine collection of oddball Russian motoring classics. Riva Las Vegas. Back to top 10 driving roads to tackle Here are some routes to consider when an adventurous journey no longer has to mean a petrol station stop en route to the supermarket. The British Isles Rhondda Valley: This would make a good first step for a tentative post-lockdown day out. The roads to the west of Pontypridd, on either side of the Rhondda river, are mostly great – but don’t miss the A4061 north out of Treherbert or the roads around the Bwlch-y-Clawdd car park. Yorkshire Dales: The glorious Dales rarely disappoint on a fine day. The Buttertubs Pass is one of the best driving roads there and the Ribblehead Viaduct is very scenic. Leighton Reservoir is also a pretty spot if you’re on your way back to the M1 to go home. Kielder Forest: Head from Hexham on the A69 north-west along the B6320 towards Kielder Water. There’s plenty of Hadrian’s Wall to visit and a trip over the border into Scotland if you fancy it. Then test your eyesight at Barnard Castle on the way home. North Coast 500: Follows the coastal roads around the Highlands, leaving from and returning to Inverness. Quicker and more open on the east coast and generally narrower and more spectacular on the western side, it’s one for the bucket list. Applecross, looking over to Skye, is a treat on a clear day. European road trips Route de Thorenc, France: One of the most spectacular roads in Alpes-Maritimes is made up of sheer cliffs, winding corners and stupendous views. Don’t miss the Col de Vence and the Route Napoléon out of Saint-Vallier-de-Thiey or the beautiful Verdon gorges. Grossglockner Pass, Austria: This Alpine pass goes up above 2500 metres at points and is probably the most spectacular of all – plus one of the better ones to drive. The Italian Dolomites are only a couple of hours away, too. Sierra Nevada, Spain: Few places in Europe make it so easy to drive from the beach to a ski resort so quickly as here. From Granada, head for the A395 out of Canales. The infamous Ronda road is two hours to the west. Back to top Long-haul epics Teide National Park, Tenerife: The TF21 up to Teide National Park is a mega drive. It’s also a mecca for cyclists, too, so be careful. Don’t forget the observatory at the top of the mountain or to go stargazing yourself. Carmel Valley Road, California: Highway 1 is overrated. Take this ribbon of asphalt instead, which wriggles along the side of the Big Sur State Park and ends up a stone’s throw from Monterey for the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance and the epic Laguna Seca raceway. Great Ocean Road, Australia: This 170-mile stretch of coast road runs along Victoria’s southern shore and is about as far south as you can go in the country. If you’re going to do it, do it in a rented Holden, mate. 10 top cars to experience Fancy trying something new now you’re back on the road? Here are some entertaining cars to drive, ranging from daily drivers to rare exotica. Mainstream models Ford Fiesta ST: A champion of bang-for-your-buck motoring. The new three-cylinder engine isn’t quite as special as the old four-pot, but snappy handling and an incredibly agile chassis make for a masterclass in affordable fun. Mazda MX-5: Seminal roadster is challenging but forgiving, is pure in its rear-driven handling and, slightly dull steering aside, connects the driver wonderfully well to the road. All the sports car you’ll ever need, pros and novices alike. BMW M2 Competition: Feels every inch the E30 M3 for modern times, only it will do effortless, grab-yourself-another-gear oversteer almost on a whim. Makes a hero of its driver but is also usable day-to-day. Alpine A110: One of the best sports cars currently on the market. It has super-expressive handling, punchy performance and character to spare, all wrapped up in a gorgeous retro design. Handling thrills don’t get much more accessible than this. Accessible alternatives Back to top Caterham Seven 270: The entry point to the Caterham family may not have the neck-snapping accelerative punch of its bigger brothers, but the fidelity of its controls and immersive handling will remind you why you fell in love with driving in the first place. Ariel Atom 4: The Somerset rocket has finally eradicated some fighty handling traits and now offers arguably the purest feeling of ‘man and machine’ short of driving single-seat racing cars. Sublime driving controls help tame its performance. Porsche 911 Turbo S: The fastest point-to-point machine on the planet is back and needs no introduction. Gut-wrenching straight-line speed is almost matched by the rate at which the Turbo S obliterates corners. It’s out of this world. Supercars to sample Aston Martin Vantage: This bruiser hasn’t been the sales success Aston hoped for, but there’s a thundering V8 sports car beneath the aggressive exterior. Manual gearbox provides a rare level of additional immersion, too. McLaren 600LT: One of the purest, most talkative steering racks out there, paired with an extraordinarily talented chassis. Its turbocharged V8 might not win too many hearts, but the 600LT is nonetheless a world-beating supercar. Ferrari 812 Superfast: Any V12 Ferrari GT is endlessly special, but never has there been one so exciting to drive as the current 812 Superfast. A regal 6.5-litre engine and a stunning chassis combine to deliver a driving epiphany.

This Sunday, have fun with millet stuffed potato boats Read more for the step by step recipe of Millet Stuffed Potato Boats. (Source: Shalini Rajani) It’s been 7 years that I left my full-time advertising career as a copy supervisor to follow my passion on a full-time basis. It wasn’t easy. And especially when I had no idea from where to start. The world was not-so-digital back then. I, however, decided to plunge in the big food world and swam my way with one stroke at a time. In the quest to prove myself right and be proud of my decision, I had my ways to tame the newbie me in the culinary world. Never imagined being your own boss could be this taxing. But thankfully it helped me. A few days ago, I shared my journey with Kalyan Karmakar, the very famous Food & Travel Writer and Author of the ‘The Travelling Belly’ (the book) and ‘The Finely Chopped’ (the blog). This was a LIVE interaction to do a ‘Foodocracy For Her’ chat with him, where he speaks with women entrepreneurs in the Food & Beverage industry. And since then, I am truly amazed with the love that has been showered from all corners. Through this column, I want to thank each one who reached out to me through direct messages on Instagram. The path I have traversed has never been looked back. And because I still have a long way to go, I never got time to think about those little milestones that helped me reach where I am today. It was this chat that made me realise and gave me some silent moments of gratitude. My heart was melting reading that many of you could relate to my journey and have decided to not give up too soon. What struck me in this entire conversation was when Kalyan sir asked me whether I am a kind boss to myself. He also asked if I treat myself with regular incentives. And this got me thinking. I have been trying recipes and innovating with millets thinking about how beautifully that would add value to my participants’ lives. And honestly, I am glad to be able to do so and I feel proud to have that opportunity. But yes, there are moments of truth, too. There are times when I go sleepless and times when I skip my breakfasts and feel miserable. Times when a dish turns out perfect but I miss out on the perfect time to enjoy it. Times when I get too engrossed in one-on-one workshop sessions and simultaneously handling unending household chores that I miss out on my own comforts. Today’s recipe is an expression of love and a reminder to self. Reminder that success is not always achieved by stepping out of your comfort zone. Sometimes a little pause charges you up with better vision and momentum. I will try to bring those moments of pause once in a while. You can try it, too. It is a part of my online 5 days millets workshop and I demonstrate it live along with many other recipes. Read more for the step-by-step recipe of Millet Stuffed Potato Boats and let me know if you enjoyed relishing it just the way I enjoyed creating it for you. Millet Stuffed Colourful Potato Boats Ingredients: (Makes 12 boats) 6 medium sized potatoes 1 cup foxtail millet soaked and cooked 1 small onion, finely chopped 1/4 cup bell peppers, finely chopped 1/4 cup boiled kidney beans 1/4 cup steamed corns Some fresh coriander leaves 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp lemon juice Rock salt to taste 1-2 tsp red chili flakes 10-12 cherry tomatoes Dried herbs likes rosemary, oregano (optional) 3 cheese cubes Method: 1. Wash potatoes thoroughly and do not peel. 2. Cut in halves vertically and prick them nicely with a fork. 3. In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon olive oil, rock salt, dried herbs and some red chili flakes. Coat all potato halves with this mixture nicely. Leave them to be marinated for a good 15-20 minutes. 4. Once marinated, place these marinated potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 40 minutes in a preheated oven at 180 C. 5. Meanwhile, you can start with foxtail millet stuffing. 6. Heat one tablespoon olive oil in a large pan. Add onions and bell peppers and saute until tender. It will take about 5 minutes. 7. Now add steamed corn, cooked foxtail millet, boiled kidney beans, spices and salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the mixture dries up. 8. Once done, add lemon juice, cherry tomatoes and coriander leaves. Allow it to cool and settle on its own. 9. When potatoes are fork tender, remove from the oven. Once they are easy to handle, make a cavity without taking out the pulp. It is done by just pressing the flesh with a spoon. 10. Now fill this cavity with foxtail millet colourful stuffing. 11. Grate cheese over each potato boat and put them back in the oven for grilling at 200 degree Celsius for 10 minutes or till the cheese forms a net to hold the stuffing. Make sure the cheese is not over cooked or burnt. 12. Once done, you can always drizzle any of your favourite dips over the baked and grilled potato boats. 13. Serve hot. Health benefits of foxtail millet and potatoes Foxtail millet is rich in dietary fibre, protein, healthy micros (vitamin and minerals) and low in fat. This millet also helps to regulate blood pressure, thus reducing the chances of blockage in the heart that results in cardiac arrest or stroke. It also helps in reduction of LDL levels in the body. Potatoes are rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, which make them very healthy. Potatoes carry a variety of impressive health benefits, including improved blood sugar control, reduced heart disease risk and higher immunity. They may also improve digestive health and combat signs of aging. They are also naturally gluten-free. (Shalini Rajani is the founder of Crazy Kadchi and holds innovative Millets Cooking Workshops for all age groups.)