Once popular exclusively with older generations, the allotment colonies on Berlin’s outskirts are now hot property among young Berliners looking to escape the concrete jungle. Is this green-thumbed pastime just the latest fad or a statement about urbanism and the environment?

The first South American Michelin Guide highlights 17 restaurants based in Brazil, putting the country's cuisine squarely on the map. From food truck festivals to gourmet burgers with a South American twist, the new Brazilian flavour goes far beyond beans and rice. So what’s getting served up?

At age 5, around half of children go online every day, increasing to about two thirds by 8. By the time kids reach adolescence, 95% are on smartphones and tablets. In Brazil, an app from telco brand Vivo ensures that kids learn a little before they dive into a digital playground.

As our society grows more complex, the educational landscape is becoming radically different. Our educational choices have multiplied exponentially, regardless of age, location or level, with the introduction of digital learning. But how effective are these new methods?