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Computers & Technology > Phone Technologies & Issues How cell phones create new issues of public rudeness: 1 of 46
Don't you just hate it when people shout into their phones when they go about talking about their business to their friend on the other end of the line as if they were deaf? How about occasions where you were on a crowded train ride and someone just shouts into his cell phone while standing less than 10 centimeters away from... More..
Computers & Technology > Virus Protection & Maintenance Essential software everyone should have on their laptop: 1 of 24
I cannot live without my laptop, it is my gateway to the world and my means of getting work done and communicating with co-workers and friends alike. There are a few essential software for the Mobile Warrior which are must-haves in this upwardly mobile world that we live in today: 1. Internet Browser The internet browser is ... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice The benefits of conversing in a foreign tongue unknown to native speakers: 1 of 8
When you are in a foreign land and most of the conversations happening around you sound like undecipherable gibberish and you feel as though you are in possible mortal harm, it helps to speak in a language of your own with your travel mate and try and work out the next step. That's probably an extreme scenario where a foreig... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Essential foreign language phrases you need to know before traveling to another country: 6 of 15
There are certain key phrases that every traveler should take some time out in knowing before heading into a foreign country. Here's a list of possible catchphrases that you will be thankful that you are aware of when the situation arises: 1) Greetings You should know the simple greetings in local language so as to appear co... More..
Computers & Technology > MP3 Players iPod and MP3 player maintenance tips to extend life and performance: 2 of 5
Almost everyone owns an IPOD, a Zen or a generic MP3 player. One of the most tragic things that could possibly happen to the owner of a portable audio device is to have it fail on you and take the music out of your life. While there is no sure way of preventing that failure from happening anytime soon, what proper usage and ... More..
Home & Garden > Furniture Does IKEA make low-quality furniture?: 7 of 17
The furniture at IKEA was never meant to be as sturdy or as high quality as the good old teak or oak furniture that the older generation has probably been accustomed to. IKEA's furniture gains its point of entry into the furniture market based on certain values and mantras such as making designer furniture available to the m... More..
Health & Fitness > Nicotine Dependence Allow the smoking of cigarettes in public?: 5 of 12
My first response would be NO, people should not be allowed to smoke in public places. Singapore has already enforced the ban on smoking in outdoor spaces such as coffee shops, bus shelters and swimming pools and this ban is much welcomed for non-smokers like myself. Some people might typically comment that this is yet anoth... More..
Computers & Technology > Consumer Electronics (Other) Best ways to get rid of your electronic waste: 5 of 12
There are 2 types of E-waste, software and hardware. It is important to learn the appropriate manner of disposal for both forms of E-waste so as to reduce environmental damage and personal liability. When deciding to donate away or re-sell your electronic equipment like mobile phones, laptops, desktops, mp3 players and other... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Environmental Awareness Everyman's guide to environmental awareness: 8 of 18
The environment and human survival is a closely linked relationship, as such every man has a role to play in keeping the environment clean and perhaps even aid in its preservation in each of our own little ways. To aid the everyman in safeguarding the environment, here are some tips: Recycle! This is the most obvious environ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Theories of Spirituality Reflections on the saying: 'Live like you are dying': 15 of 33
What does it mean to live like you are dying? It does not mean you have to lay in bed the whole day awaiting death to reap your soul. I would like to think that if we all were to live like we were dying, we would all gain some much needed perspective and realization that everything is either not as important as they seem to ... More..