Nathan Smith

Dec 24, 2024 | observer.com | Nathan Smith

Amos Rex. Photo: Mika HuismanFinland has long been ranked as the happiest country on earth. Its lush natural landscapes, ingrained wellness culture, and robust social contract make the nation one of the soundest and safest places to live. An emphasis on art and culture, too, plays a major role in maintaining this happiness score, most particularly in the capital of Helsinki.

Nov 18, 2024 | smh.com.au | Nathan Smith

By Nathan Smith November 19, 2024 — 5.00am, register or subscribe to save articles for later. Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. POP CULTUREHeartbreak is the National Anthem: How Taylor Swift Reinvented Pop MusicRob SheffieldHarperCollins, $29.99 “Nothing like Taylor Swift has ever happened before,” writes Rolling Stone veteran Rob Sheffield in his spirited new book, Heartbreak is the National Anthem. “There’s no parallel to her in history.” And he does have a point.

Aug 23, 2024 | abcnews.go.com | Cheyenne Haslett |Doc Louallen |Elizabeth Schulze |Nathan Smith

Voters are divided over a key question: Are you better off than four years ago? ByCheyenne Haslett, Doc Louallen, Elizabeth Schulze, and Nathan SmithIf elections are about "the economy, stupid," Ben McDuffee has not had the kind of confidence-boosting year that would make him feel good about keeping Democrats at the top of the ticket for four more years. And he is a Democrat. The Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, resident lost his job late last year.

Aug 21, 2024 | solicitorsjournal.com | Anita Hodea |Nathan Smith

A involving Airbnb Ireland UC (Airbnb) and Amazon Services Europe Sàrl (Amazon) challenged measures imposed by the Italian Communications Regulatory Authority (AGCOM). Airbnb and Amazon argued that, under EU law, they should be regulated solely by the legal systems of their countries of establishment, Ireland and Luxembourg, respectively, rather than being subject to additional obligations under Italian law.

Jun 10, 2024 | yahoo.com | Doc Louallen |Nathan Smith

A shelter in downtown Los Angeles is taking proactive steps to offer much-needed support to homeless college students. LA Room & Board, just 3 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, offers a home to young people who would otherwise be without a place to live and would suffer from food insecurity. The shelter is not just a place to stay, but a stepping stone toward a brighter future.