On September 10, 1897, a 25-year-old London taxi driver became the first person ever arrested for drunk driving after slamming his cab into a building. He pleaded guilty and was fined 25 shillings. The breathalyzer was invented in 1953 but it wasn’t until the late 1970s and early 1980s that public awareness of the dangers of drunk driving increased.

On 13th September, 1902 Harry Jackson became the first person in Britain to be convicted on fingerprint evidence. He had recently served time in prison for burglary so police officers were able to search their files for known criminals and match his fingerprint pattern. On June 29 1892, Francisca Rojas in Buenos Aires Argentina is believed to be the first criminal ever convicted through fingerprint evidence.

On September 19th, 1893 New Zealand became the first self-governing colony in the world in which all women are given the right to vote in parliamentary elections. However, women were barred from standing for election until 1919. Even today, women are still under-underrepresented in the New Zealand Parliament.

 September 8

The ability to read and write isn’t only important for individuals, but societies as a whole. Some say literacy is a matter of dignity and human rights. Literacy is also an essential foundation of education. The ability to read and write even increases life expectancy. Volunteer at a library, read to children or help someone who struggles with reading.

September 21

Because of the health benefits of apples, we should eat an apple every day – it might really keep the doctor away!

There are also plenty of yummy foods made from this amazing fruit: drink some apple juice or apple cider. Eat an apple turnover for breakfast. Have a warm slice of apple pie or a caramel apple for dessert

September 22

Many people around the world consider their car a necessity that helps them zip to their destination conveniently. On this day, you may consider walking, riding your bike, using a skateboard or electric scooter instead. Educate yourself on the role that cars play in our environment’s future. Research alternative energy sources for cars.

September 27

Besides adding economic value to communities, tourism adds social, political, and cultural value. In 2018, tourism contributed $8.8 trillion dollars to the global economy. Over recent years, travel and tourism have been the second-fasting growing sector in the world. The tourism industry also added 319 million jobs.

Featured film of the Month

The Great Lillian Hall

Broadway actress, Lillian Hall, pours her heart and soul into preparing for her next big role but finds herself blindsided by confusion and forgetfulness. She strives to make it to opening night while holding on to her fading memories and identity.　 We watch her navigate a tumultuous emotional journey -- balancing her desire for the spotlight and the stark demands of the real world. In "The Great Lillian Hall," Jessica Lange's mesmerizing portrayal is the film's crown jewel, showcasing her unparalleled acting prowess. Her performance alone makes the movie a must-watch, providing a poignant and powerful exploration of dementia that is both heart-wrenching and captivating. If you're a fan of brilliant acting and emotionally charged storytelling, this is a movie not to be missed.

Caramelized Fig Ice Cream with Mascarpone and Honey Pistachios

Melt 2 tbsp of butter over medium heat in a saucepan. Add 1/2 cup of brown sugar and stir to dissolve. Toss 450 grams of chopped figs in the saucepan with 2 tbsp of water and the juice of one lemon. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until you have a chunky, jammy mixture. Add 1/2 tsp of salt with one or two stirs, set aside, and let cool completely.

In a small pot over medium heat, combine 1 and 1/2 cups of milk, 1 and 1/2 cups of heavy cream, and 1/3 cup of granulated sugar until sugar is completely dissolved. Whisk a little bit of the hot liquid with two egg yolks, to slowly raise the temperature so you don’t curdle your yolks. Then, whisk in the egg yolks into the custard. Set the mixture in the fridge and wait until everything has cooled completely.

Finally, fold your custard with 1 cup of mascarpone, fig jam mixture, and 1 cup of roasted nuts of your choice. Combine well until everything is thoroughly swirled in.

Freeze at least two hours before serving.

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