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10 Simple Tweaks for Better Cooking

Cooking is an essential skill that everyone should know. But sometimes, it can be challenging, especially for the younger generation. Often, people prefer convenience in this busy era with fast foods and instant meals, but these easy fixes can jeopardize health. That’s why it’s time to head into the kitchen and practice your cooking skills. ...

Viena Abdon

Asian woman cooking a meal at home.

9 Tips for Eco-Friendly Clothes Maintenance

The impact of fast fashion on our planet is daunting. Most of us throw away our clothes long before their intended lifespan, and it’s estimated that US$460 billion worth of usable clothing ends up in landfills every year.  Loss of resources aside, fast fashion contributes to environmental degradation and the expansion of the manipulative consumer ...

Nathan Machoka

Woman in the laundry room loading clothes into a washing machine.

Kenya’s First National Tree Planting Day: A Nationwide Effort to Fight Deforestation

“When we plant trees, we plant the seeds of peace and hope,” reflected Wangari Maathai, Kenya’s esteemed environmentalist and Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. Her words capture the essence of the country’s recent commitment to environmental revitalization. On November 13, 2023, a landmark moment in Kenya’s environmental journey unfolded. The government declared the country’s first National ...

Nathan Machoka

Two Kenyan boys planting a tree.

A Conscientious Thief Saved an Elderly Woman

In the early morning of June 26, 2010, a thief in Gansu, China, snuck into a house near the wholesale vegetable market. It happened that an old woman was alone in the house and suffered a heart attack when he was looking for valuable property in the room. The situation was critical, and eventually, the ...

Emma Lu

Sunrise through a bedroom window.

10 Realistic Habits to Keep Your House Clean

Remember how you used to think your mom had some kind of magic touch to keep the house so clean? It almost felt like you’d need to spend all day, every day, to get anywhere close to that level of tidiness. But is it really necessary to dedicate your entire day to keep your home ...

Nathan Machoka

A young woman cleaning the house.

Emperor Kangxi, Who Ruled by Heaven’s Will, Loved the World as He Loved Himself

In the ninth year of Emperor Kangxi’s reign, the highly ranked court scholar Sun Qizhan, who served as an attendant and secretary beside the Emperor, recorded some character traits he had observed about Emperor Kangxi. Emperor Kangxi’s character traits Modest and diligent, respects Heaven, and loves the people Emperor Kangxi pondered: “How can I surpass ...

Michael Segarty

Emperor Kangxi.

How to Choose the Best Pillow for Optimal Sleep and Health

The humble pillow is often overlooked bedding that may influence your sleep quality. It supports proper posture and prevents discomfort, ensuring a good night’s sleep. On the other hand, choosing the wrong pillow can lead to poor quality sleep, back pain, and allergic reactions. Why do you need the right pillow Neck and spine alignment ...

Nathan Machoka

Pillows on a bed.

Feeding Desires, Facing Retribution: Man Loi’s Curse of the Soft-Shelled Turtle

In the quiet corridors of a county hospital in Thailand, the director and chief doctor shared a fascinating yet sobering story about a patient. The tale revolves around Man Loi, whose seemingly routine choices take a peculiar turn, leading to unexpected and tragic consequences. As the hospital director recounted this thought-provoking narrative, it shed light ...

Tatiana Denning

A soft-shelled turtle.

22 Albert Einstein Quotes to Live By

Albert Einstein was a significant 20th-century figure. His scientific findings highlighted nature and human’s place in it. Einstein’s words remind many people that intellect may affect the future. The following describes Albert Einstein’s life and memorable quotes. Who was Albert Einstein? Albert Einstein, born in Ulm, Germany, on March 14, 1879, became famous in 1905 ...

Viena Abdon

Black and white photo of Albert Einstein.