Today, many children and even adults are not aware of the wonderful and intriguing Caribbean folklore characters. They have never stayed up at night listening to these stories being told by an elder and stared at the darkness terrified, hoping nothing will come for them. They have never argued all …
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The truth about Turkish hair transplant clinics
The state of tourism in Turkey is a strange one. It has been on the decline more broadly but the inflow of medical tourists, especially hair transplant tourists, in the country is steadily increasing. Even two years ago, Turkey’s fastest growing industry was medical tourism, and it continues to grow …
Read More »Menstrual cycle: 9 important facts everyone should know
Even if you’ve missed the topic on menstrual cycle in health class, as long as you are female, you will get a visit from Aunt Flo when you hit puberty until the day you go into menopause. Many women spend their entire lives dealing with their monthlies and all the …
Read More »Spell your name: Download 26 free worksheets with ABC flashcards
Young children work very hard to answer the question, “Can you spell your name for me please?” Answering this question qualifies them to enter primary school and will be asked by many teachers for years to come. Parents and teachers of students ages 2 to 5 can download these 26 …
Read More »Write your name: Download 27 free ABC worksheets for intense practice
Children scribble, colour and squeeze slime at an early age to strengthen the tiny muscles in their hands. When they draw shapes and colour within the lines, they show that they can control a pencil or crayon. This is the time for them to start tracing letters and learning to …
Read More »Get children’s books with black main characters at specialty bookstore
“My bookstore sells children’s books with black main characters for newborns up to 14-year-olds. Although my bookstore only has children’s books, adults sometimes get more excited about the books because it’s the first time many of them have seen children’s books with black main characters.” Nneka Ruiz, owner of My …
Read More »Anxiety in dogs: CBD treats for best mental state
If you have any attention-loving breeds and you go out a lot leaving them at home, chances are that they may be suffering from anxiety. There are several causes of anxiety in dogs… the most common are separation, aging and fear. No doubt, dogs are certainly one of the most …
Read More »Breast Cancer: Help increase survival rates in 6 steps
Too often we hear, “My mom has breast cancer,” and then the battle is on until there is no more that can be done. Breast cancer terrorises families across the world every day. It affects the victims and their loved ones physically, financially, emotionally and mentally. The stories of losing …
Read More »The Dream – ‘God, please save this country’
By Omilla Mungroo. I can’t recall where I was going, but the driver of the taxi was light brown in complexion, slim build, had a cool air about him, but I had never seen him before, which was strange because I never travel in a car where I don’t know or …
Read More »World Mental Health Day: Be nice to everyone in 5 easy ways
No man is an island according to John Donne yet millions of people end up alone struggling to cope with mental health issues. This may occur because they feel rejected, abused, financially unstable, or have a mental disorder. World Mental Health Day is a progressive step forward to shine light …
Read More »Harvard University: Access over 100 free online courses
By Darius Soyer. Are you interested in learning about computer science, coding, art, business, science and more for free at one of the most popular institutions of higher learning in the world? Many have dreams of attending Harvard University as its reputation is second to none. Two hurdles make it …
Read More »Spinach: 17 Health benefits of the versatile leafy food
Spinach is probably the most popular leafy green vegetable eaten by persons who grew up watching Popeye the Sailor Man. The assurance to become strong and muscular made every bitter bite worth it. Packed with vitamins and nutrients, it is one of the most versatile leafy green vegetables. Consuming it …
Read More »Why are working moms keeping CBD with them?
There is no doubt that CBD products are very beneficial for human beings. These days, it has become very typical to buy CBD products, and we eat regularly. Some people love to use CBD supplements as it adds value to their lives and gives them a perfect peaceful mind to …
Read More »What’s all the rage about CBD oil for dogs
You have probably heard about CBD oil. As with any popular pet product, there is a great deal of information flying around the web, and it’s tough to know what to believe and what not to. Obviously, you want to do what’s ideal for your pet, so what do I …
Read More »The Stolen Cascadura a unique story in Trinidad
My name is Beverley Ann Scott, I am a medical doctor by profession and author of The Stolen Cascadura. I have always enjoyed writing. When I was in school I enjoyed reading West Indian literature. However most of the readings were very dated and far removed from the reality of …
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