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After high school, I followed what everyone would have done - choosing to go to university and study something that would 'guarantee' income in the future. That thing, ended up being Computing Sciences, where I graduated six years later with a double degree

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Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Why travel: 5 of 72

WHY WE TRAVEL? There are people who are quite happy working, living life and staying put, never set foot on another city, let alone a country. They are loyal to their friends, their family and most importantly, their comfortable lifestyle of never changing routines. And then, there are people who are constantly on the go, ne...
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Traveling: 15 of 196

My mum always tells me that I am one of those people, even if you take me anywhere foreign, I'd always survive and make my way home eventually. I have always been an independent and a curious person, and grew up wanting to know everything there is to know about the world, and so began my passion for travelling. My first majo...
Politics, News & Issues > Pulitzer Center What responsibility does the world bear for rehabilitating child soldiers from the horror of serving in armed conflict?: 6 of 70

From Liberia, to Guinea, to the Ivory Coast, to Myanmar; countries with a history of conflict, or are in current conflict; countries known to bring children into their conflict. It is a known fact that during times of armed conflict, there will be large population movements, refuges moving away from danger zone in the hope t...
Travel > Travel Diaries & Adventures (Other) How to make your travels memorable: 3 of 30

It's not about how exotic the location is; it's not about how much money you can spend; it's definitely not about how drunk you got or how many new friends you've met. It's about how memorable your travels were, and whether you'll be able to recall every step of it looking back. What makes travels memorable? It could be a tr...
Personal Finance > Smart Spending How to save money when travelling: 3 of 28

The believe that only the rich can travel, is a myth. There are so many ways to travel easily and save money at the same time that almost anyone in the world with the desire to see other places and cultures, can travel. Even before you plan your next holiday, you can start looking at saving money for your travels. The best w...
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice First time backpacking tips: 1 of 9

Backpacking travel is unofficially a rite of passage for young adults. Whether it be a heritage trail across Europe or a cultural experience across Asia, there are a few things first timers should consider before embarking on a backpacking journey. 1. Research Ask yourself these questions: What is it that you seek ...
Computers & Technology > Web Design The difference between web design and web development: 1 of 8

The relationship between web design and web development is like that between architecture and construction. One focus on the appearance details such as layout, colors, interaction between links and other appearance related issues to do with a website or application, and the other focus on the how-to part of the process, incl...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Secret me: 7 of 53

From time to time I close my eyes, In the midst of a silent and tranquil night. My thoughts would drift to a secret place, Where hand in hand we are engaged in a slow passionate dance. It's a secret I have told no soul, That I love you dearly still. Everything about you is etched in my heart, A heart that was sad and broken ...
Jobs & Careers > Resumes & Cover Letters Writing an effective resume: 2 of 15

To a potential employer, not only is your resume a slice of who you are, the way it is written also hint at your ability to organize and present information in the most effective way. Even before they meet you, they want to be able to see from your resume, your personal details as well as what you can do and what you are qua...
Travel > Australia & South Pacific Travel Diaries Travel experiences: New Zealand: 2 of 15

We picked up the hire car from Christchurch airport. The air is cool on this spring morning, fresh and crisp, as we turned on the ignition and sped off to explore this nature's wonderland. Driving into the New Zealand country side is one of life's wonderful pleasures. The roads are well paved, and empty, as if we were the on...