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Call it what you will, manifestation, affirmations.. ok I bought a ticket. The point is, I am going to see Trevor Noah on the 29th of November and I could not be more excited!!! I like Trevor for many reasons. Not only does he come from humble beginnings and established himself as one of the most accomplished comedians worldwide, in addition to the fun part and his natural charm, he is not shying away from addressing the serious topics, all while staying grounded in his humanity and vulnerability. For many, he was the guiding light throughout the pandemic/lockdown, covering the latest developments from his home in NYC for The Daily Show. Who did not tune in, during the most uncertain days, even if only to see what color hoodie he was wearing this time? As you probably know, he is also an author and his first book 'Born A Crime', which we covered on IBreakTheNews as well, reached New York Times Bestseller status. Now Trevor is branching out into new territory, by writing his fir

Hello dear readers, Nice to see you again! By now, you have probably heard of THE Australian breakdancing sensation Rachael Gunn or Raygun for short, at the Olympics.  She delivered a memorable breakdance performance which included a kangaroo hop and a floor windmill for lack of a better term. Sadly this epic showcase scored a total of zero points with the jury. As you know, this blog is not mean-spirited at all. If Raygun had actually been an Olympic hopeful, taking this hobby seriously and training with determination for years, we would have great compassion for her, regarding this outcome.  However, for  some reason, we don't feel that this is the case here. As you will find out in the video below,  breakdancing can be well-compensated, especially if you are aware of the various available funding programs.  While we do not know Raygun's true intentions, as one viewer pointed out in the comments section, it is rather sad that someone with a true passion for breakdancing was

© Jérôme Brouillet Hello dear readers, Thank you for stopping by here today to briefly discuss one of the most spectacular scenes of the 2024 Paris Olympics so far. This whole situation reminded me of an article I wrote in 2020 about the Fliteboard . Surfer Gabriel Medina has delivered one of the most unforgettable moments of the Olympics, with an airborne celebration so perfectly executed it seemed almost unreal and photographer  Jérôme Brouillet was able to capture it.  This photo became an instant classic a few days ago:  Seriously, is this an olympian or an avenger?! We are not sure. And surfing is not easy at all.. On this Blog we have a thing for surfers anyway. But who doesn't - don't judge.  😎 The point is, after all we have seen already, there are still photos that go down in history right away based on sheer skills, timing and brilliance. Congratulations on this perfect shot.  📸 👏🏽

Honey Glazed Salmon with ginger, soy, sesame, chilli & lime dressing  and Kenyan green beans Hello everyone, Welcome back to your favorite Blog! It looks to me like this is turning into a food blog! Very recently, I went to an African restaurant for the first time ever. Expectations were high! 😎 Upon arrival, we were informed that there will be no cocktails tonight because the bartender did not come in.. Oh well. I rarely ever drink anyway. But I would have probably ordered 1 cocktail because it was a premiere.  🍹 In unrelated news -  I have a photo with The Rock!  I really like Jumanji 2 and 3. It was a dinner full of surprises, in hot temperatures because we are currently experiencing a heatwave in London and I don't think there was an AC. My main course was the Honey Glazed Salmon. It was delicious and the sauce had a full taste of a variety of herbs that is hard to describe and was definitely new to me. As the evening went on they started playing a Rnb and Hip Hop playlis

Yes, it is true! Portugal is out, Germany is out. After a nerve-racking game against Spain, Germany was sent home yesterday. But don't worry they won't have to travel far since the Euro cup is taking place in Germany. Groundbreaking journalism. You're welcome.  Portugal lost against France  in a dramatic penalty shootout.   ⚽ Despite all of the sorrow there is a ray of light.  This video, highlighting just how much kids looove Cristiano Ronaldo. It is the cutest thing.  😊  Watch below:

I had a great dinner the other night - so great I thought I should share! Mostly, why Peruvian food is my favorite cuisine. To understand this, we have to go waaay back to my time in NYC. This is where I had Peruvian food for the first time. I used to live in the borough of Queens and there at Sunnyside to be precise, was one amazing, yet tiny Peruvian restaurant I still fondly remember. On my way home I often stopped by there to pick up dinner for 6$!!!! That included a quarter chicken, rice, fries (or chips as they say here) a salad and a delicious Peruvian dip. (or 2 because I asked for some extra) I often had long days and that was my reward.  So good!! 1 salsa, 2 salsas? All the salsas!! Editor-in-Chief of this Blog around Easter Virgin mojito - I am still not fond of alcohol even though I am an adult now So he re in London, I have not found many (good) Peruvian restaurants besides this one so far! The food was delicious, the company was great and the place unsurprisingly packed.

Hello to all of you creative and London theatre-interested readers! We have just seen a young, fresh and new musical! About a British guy who is traveling to NYC for the first time ever! Which explains his excitement and curiosity about this journey. After I did some research I found out that  Two Strangers  is a British musical by Jim Barne and Kit Buchan. The play was first produced in 2019 in Ipswich and Northampton. A new production opened at Kiln Theatre in 2023, already starring the current cast: Dujonna Gift and Sam Tutty.  In April 2024 - just about 4 weeks ago, it transferred to the  Criterion Theatre  in the West End. Under its original title The Season, the show received a Stage Debut Award for Best Composer, Lyricist or Book Writer as well as the Stiles & Drewe Mentorship prize. It was truly impressive! From the super versatile stage, which was round and served as a conveyor belt for bags while often spinning, to the suitcases with their myriad functions across various

Hello again dear readers of my Blog! I know it has been a while since we recommended a book via the IBTN Book Club. The other day I found this book in a section of the local post office. Someone left it on top of the shelf for me to find. When I saw the title, I was interested immediately!  Normally, books are filled with wisdom and information so that we can learn, grow and have our questions answered.  Not this one.  With this book, you can educate yourself on all things that remain unclear, as it covers over 500 topics that humanity has STILL not figured out! To be precise 501 mysteries of life, the universe and everything. I had to buy it. It is interesting to me! From A like Aardvarks to Y like Yeti.. so many things that are still a mystery until this day. I am currently reading it - lots of things to think about.  And yet, there is at least one thing that has never been unclear, even before purchasing this book: I am, I always have been and I always will be a geek. And that's

Hello dear readers! You know by now, on this blog we are bringing you positivity and inspiration. And today we are adding a culinary adventure to the mix! 'No DM’s, no swiping, no pretences, just authentic human connection.' There is an app for that! Introducing:  TIMELEFT . The application to book your seat on a dinner table with 5 strangers at a top restaurant in your city.  Every Wednesday !  An experience commemorating the return of Human Connection .  Imagine living in a big and hectic city. Because of the fast paced life, you do not have as many friends as you would like to have. You are not alone.  Many people feel the same way and are in the exact same situation. To help tackle this issue TIMELEFT was created. The French app that is bringing together a group of strangers for one night at a highly rated restaurant. How it works : You sign up. You answer several questions about yourself, your likes and dislikes and overall personal preferences. The algorithm is matching