Sierra Leoneans were once again allowed to leave their homes Sunday evening after the government announced the end of a three-day nationwide lockdown aimed at preventing a resurgence of the deadly Ebola virus. During the curfew period — which was ordered by President Ernest Bai Koroma and ran from 0600 GMT on Friday until 1800 GMT Sunday — some 26,000 volunteers went door-to-door to check for sick people and […]
New Delhi: In order to show their growing concern over climate change, people across the globe are ready to observe the ninth edition of Earth Hour today by switching off their lights. Electrical appliances will be switched off for one hour between 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm in order to raise awareness for the need of sustainable energy. Earth Hour is an annual campaign started by the WWF (World […]
It’s never too early to start. That’s what I learned from Bilaal Rajan a 17-year-old who has helped raised money for many different causes. At the age of 4 Bilaal started out selling fruit door-to-door in his neighborhood to raise funds for the victims of the earthquakes in a province of India. He is a globally recognized motivational speaker, published author, tireless fundraiser, and UNICEF Canada Ambassador. Last October, he […]
From the Ambani’s in India to the Villa Leopolda in France, we share with you a nifty little infographic courtesy of DoMyOwnHomeLoan that covers the Top 13 most expensive homes in the world. The Ambani’s come out on top with a home worth $1 Billion which Mukesh Ambani calls “Antilia”. $1 Billion is just a drop in the ocean for Mukesh who has a networth of $22.6 Billion. See […]
Is there pixie dust mixed into the food and drink of the happiest places on Earth? Or is it something in the crisp clear air of many of the world’s happiest nations? When the United Nations declared March 20 the International Day of Happiness, it recognized the relevance of “happiness and well-being as universal goals and aspirations in the lives of human beings around the world.” This officially-designated happy date […]
Being a tech professional is a good career with plenty of high-paying jobs. But it’s an ever-changing job market. One day a skill is hot and the next it’s not. Tech-job-hunting site Dice.com recently published its 2015. Salary Survey, which named the highest-paying tech skills. Dice surveyed 23,470 IT professionals in the fall of 2014 to come up with this list. Of course, skills alone won’t always lead to a […]
Leading electronics company, LG Electronics India has launched the world’s first and India’s largest 105 5K TV (105UC9T) at the LG India Tech Show 2015. It is the company’s first television with gigantic 105 (266cm) Screen and IPS 5K Panel with lifelike 5K imagery at wider angles for immersive viewing, representing the next generation of television technology. Launched at the LG India Tech Show 2015, 105 5K TV will be […]
It’s no secret every successful person has developed insanely productive habits into their daily routine. They understand that success in every area of your life largely depends upon the actions you take and being consistent with those actions every single day. A powerful personal growth tool for implementing positive habits is the 30-day kickstart, where you consciously implement a habit everyday, for thirty days – which is typically enough […]
Waterfalls have always been a place for romance. Many a passionate scene has been shot under the waterfalls and they look exquisite. Not only are they majestic, but also nature at its best. India has some picturesque waterfalls all around the country. Here is a list of five of the most beautiful falls in the country. Chitrakote Waterfalls Located in Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh, it is the widest fall in India, […]
Beliebers’ are everywhere. Two teenaged sisters from Pakistan have become an internet sensation after their rendition of Justin Bieber’s song ‘Baby’. A video posted on Facebook shows 15-year-old Saania and 13-year-old Muqqadas Tabaydar singing the pop song while their mother, Shahnaz, taps out the beat on a makeshift drum – a pot. The Facebook post has received nearly 2 million views, since it was posted in February. Social media […]
