Central Park lies between the East and West Side of New York City, and today John is there by the frosty waters of the Jackie Kennedy Onassis Reservoir. It’s a popular place for New Yorkers to go jogging, and was once featured in a movie starring Dustin Hoffman.

Abi carefully packs her picnic basket with food and utensils, and is off to the park to set everything up for today’s elegant picnic!

President Vladimir Putin has put Russia's nuclear forces on high alert. The theory is that the possibility of mutually assured destruction is the strongest of reasons not to press the button. But the pressure is mounting.

The European Union says it will begin shipping arms to Ukraine. This is the first time in its history that it has supplied arms in a conflict.

Legendary Apple co-founder Steve Jobs gives the graduation speech at Stanford University. Jobs himself never graduated from college, but does recall how what he learned in certain college classes played a role in the design of the first Apple computer.

Nisha Vora, chef and creator of the vegan food and lifestyle website “Rainbow Plant Life," shares her top ten tips for improving your home cooking! And these tips aren't just for vegans, but really for anyone who would like to become a better cook.

John looks out across the Hudson River and explains the appeal of New Jersey for many residents who have recently moved there from New York City.

On the Side by Side talk show “People Around the World," we meet people of different nationalities, ask what languages they speak, and what they like to do with their time.

See if you can figure out what Sigrid is describing. Don't worry! She will give you a little time to think and then give you the answer (with some extra information, too).

Native New Yorker John S. tells us about a work of art that awaits travellers at one New York Subway station.

How do you transport life-saving medicines that need to be kept cold to remote communities, even across deserts or through dense jungles? Find out more about the cold chain process.

Actor Ian Somerhalder concludes his dietary review: healthy starches for energy, paired with proteins and a lot of vegetables. He’s keen to avoid eating too much sugar, but his diet does permit the occasional treat, including maple syrup and dark chocolate!

We tend to associate pizza with Italian culture, but it actually has a long history in the United States. However, its reputation as a cheap meal option may be changing.

American actor and model Ian Somerhalder talks about his healthy diet and passion for protecting the environment by reducing plastic waste.

In this video lesson, Luana explains the names given in English to our nearest and dearest relations: the brothers, sisters, cousins, parents, uncles and aunts that make up our family tree.