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Paolo Olbi: Preserving Venetian Bookbinding

The complex patterns and brilliant colors are the first things you observe when visiting Paolo Olbi’s bookshop in Venice, Italy, next to the Ca’ Foscari bridge. His meticulously arranged handmade books, notebooks, and stationery are like antique postcards.  Paolo Olbi, a 78-year-old native Venetian who is well dressed and groomed, is both a caregiver and ...

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Paolo Olbi's bookshop.

Rare Chinese Magic Mirror Discovered in Museum Projects a Hidden Image of Buddha

Mirror, mirror on the wall — what is the rarest artwork of them all? Acclaimed curators at the Cincinnati Art Museum discovered a rare Chinese magic mirror collecting dust in the museum’s storage room.  Under special lighting conditions, the plain-looking bronze mirror from the 16th century reflects an image of a Buddha surrounded by numerous emanating ...

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The magic mirror's Buddha image.

Classical Music in the 21st Century: A Musician’s Journey

The modern world loves the newest technologies, dancing crazes, and what’s happening on social media (trends). So it’s easy to see why so many people feel classical music is, in many ways, useless! However, with more music being produced now than ever and many artists deriving inspiration from classical compositions, this ancient art form is ...

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Jaye Marsh with her flute.

Do You Have Any Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms?

Let’s look at coping mechanisms. Do you frequently watch television or binge-watch TV shows when stressed and unsure of how to cope? Do you ever lash out at people, or does your brain become stormy when stress or anxiety hits you? For Melbourne’s northern, western, and central districts, gambling, alcohol, and substance misuse are severe ...

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A man with his head placed on a table with a glass of alcoholic spirit.

Smartphones for Children: What’s the Right Age?

Smartphones for children are a terrific way to reach out to children as they grow more autonomous. After all, real-time information on their location and itinerary changes can’t be seen at a glance. According to a Today article about how widespread smartphones are among different age groups, “37 percent of 11-year-olds have a smartphone, and ...

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A young boy watching a smartphone screen.

Pro Tips to Achieve a Work-Life Balance While Working From Home

Are you a work-from-home (remote jobs) employee or business professional? Do you need to know how to achieve a proper work-life balance in this environment? If so, this article is just for you. Greater flexibility is one of the most significant advantages of remote work. Employees can take advantage of the option to work remotely ...

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Laptop resting on a table with a sign that reads 'work from home.'

This Is What Postpartum Depression Looks Like

Are you a new mom? If so, then you should be reading! Postpartum depression is a kind of depression that occurs in the period after childbirth. It affects up to 15 percent of the population. People suffering from postpartum depression endure emotional highs and lows, frequent sobbing, exhaustion, guilt, worry, and may struggle to care ...

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Depressed mom with her baby.

Britain’s Most Generous Plumber Provides Free Assistance to the Elderly

A plumber in England is being called Britain’s kindest plumber after establishing a social enterprise that has aided over 2 million of the country’s most vulnerable citizens. Who is this hero? James Anderson, 54 years old, operates Depher (Disabled & Elderly Plumbing & Heating Emergency Repairs), a community interest firm that provides significantly discounted services ...

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Plumber James Anderson with a customer.