Welcome to New Ideas

A unique project in Nairobi is turning skateboards into tools of confidence, creativity, and community. Led by Jelimo Cheboi and Antoinette 'Tonyii' Apondi, GirlSkate Nairobi shows that everyone can have inner strength and self-confidence, but sometimes, it just needs the right place to help ignite it.

Think Golden Retrievers are the best family dog breed and Bulldogs are not? Well, think again! New research and voices across media are turning that old idea on its head with a fresh perspective. It shows that a dog's temperament is more influenced by its environment, owner expectations and care, than by its breed.

Walking helps us stay fit, but some innovative researchers found that walking in a silly manner, like John Cleese in Monty Python's 'Ministry of Silly Walks,' to be precise, burns more energy and boosts mood effectively. It can make you wonder: do our everyday activities have to be the same every day?

A unique café in Vienna is a popular spot for all ages, offering not only authentic dishes but also a fresh perspective on ageing and café culture on the side. Run by savvy life experts—no senior citizens here—Vollpension fosters independence for everyone, and as it turns out, Grandma still has lots to do. This is their story.

Shhhh... something truly special is happening in the mountains of Abruzzo, just east of Rome. At "Cucina" guests can taste dishes inspired by the region's rich past—including meals that once served as a means of communicating with the supernatural world. The renowned restaurant, demonstrates that by honouring a place, we can return to a time of simpler living—something so many of us long for.

An expert in psychology from the UK, Jenny Hamilton, has come up with an inspiring therapeutic idea called the MOVIE Model. It's a science-based, fun twist on therapy that lets us enjoy some therapeutic and self-healing benefits right from our couch... by simply watching a movie!

Today we have some tough agricultural challenges to deal with like pesticides, fairness, and global food security. The Agriculture Section at the Goetheanum in Dornach, Switzerland, advocates for a bigger-picture approach that not only deals with these issues, but also benefits the planet, people, food, animals, and nature. This is their story.

In the heart of the ancient city of Rome, something special is happening. In a modest apartment, Dutch artist Ingrid van Woudenberg captures a unique perspective on the powerful dynamic between women and animals. It is a story about vulnerability and strength, but also about myth and spiritual animals. This is her story.

Move over statistics, planning and strategies! As much as they have their place in business, there is also strength in integrity, responsibility, connection, and intuition for future success. Says successful London business psychologist Hema Vyas: The world is changing, and so is leadership and the time has come to start leading from the heart.

After getting a thoughtful makeover that honoured its history and community, the once-deserted Italian village of Santo Stefano di Sessanio is now buzzing with life and globally famous. It perfectly captures the simple lifestyle that many of us are starting to crave. We chatted with Daniele Kihlgren, a trailblazer in 'slow travel'.

From "thank you" in sign language to everything related to climate change: now that British Sign Language (BSL) has expanded its vocabulary with new signs, students and professionals from the Deaf community can also engage meaningfully with this important topic and share their perspectives too.

Through her research and personality, the late Dr. Jane Goodall significantly advanced our understanding of animals as sentient beings: they are beings that matter. Now, after her passing in 2025, her unique perspective and pioneering ideas are expected to inspire future generations.

Italian scientist Dr. Gianluca Grimalda—'the man who refused to fly'—made headlines by opting out of air travel where possible for a 40,000-kilometer work trip related to climate research. His principled refusal, which cost him his job and led to a crucial lawsuit win, has inspired many and raises questions such as: can we change the world, and is work more important than the planet?