DISCONNECT AND FIND PEACE
You can find peace in a hectic world. Just slow down, turn off, reschedule and delete. (Pic credit: becoming minimalist)
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Lai Cheng
PRACTISE COMPASSION
A poem that teaches us to never grow weary of doing good. Each moment we choose to embrace empathy helps build a world where kindness thrives and hearts heal. Read this beautiful song of humanism and take its wisdom to heart. (Image from English Literature)
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BICYCLES – THE HEARTBEAT OF SUSTAINABLE CITIES
Bicycles are more than just a mode of transport – they’re a game-changer for urban life. They reduce congestion, improve air quality, promote healthier lifestyles, and connect people with their city in a whole new way. Every pedal stroke brings us closer to cleaner, greener, and more vibrant cities. Let’s make space for bicycles and build cities that prioritise people over cars! (Pic by...
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GREEN FOODS BENEFIT HEALTH
Don’t shun green foods. They are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that fight ageing and many diseases, including cancer. Green foods are especially abundant in nutrients associated with heart health including, Vitamin K, magnesium, potassium, dietary nitrates, and folates. A meta-analysis found that consuming green vegetables every day could reduce cardiovascular (CVD) risk by...
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RECYCLING IS NOT THE ANSWER
Recycling is not enough to make the world a greener place. According to some experts, the benefits of recycling are overstated, and that it may not be as effective at reducing waste as other methods, such as reducing consumption or reusing materials. Remember the other R’s that come before recycling. There are plenty to choose from. Besides rethinking and repurposing things, consider...
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NATURE DOESN’T AGITATE
Too much screen time – whether it’s TV, handphone or computer – is bad for physical and mental health. Disconnect from technology and connect with nature regularly. Being in nature reduces anger, fear, and stress and increases pleasant feelings. Exposure to nature not only makes you feel better emotionally, it contributes to your physical wellbeing, reducing blood pressure, heart rate,...
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Why handwriting still matters in the digital age
From improving focus to strengthening cognitive pathways, handwriting offers neurological benefits that modern technology can’t replicate. Think back to the last time you jotted down a quick note or made a grocery list. Chances are, it wasn’t with pen and paper. Over the past decade, keyboards and screens have quietly replaced handwriting in our daily routines, from classrooms to office...
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INNOVATIVE WAY TO SAVE TOILET SINK WATER
In many Japanese toilets, you’ll find an ingenious design where the sink is integrated into the top of the tank. This system allows you to wash your hands, and the used water is then reused for the next toilet flush. This practice is not only efficient but also significantly contributes to water conservation in Japan. Every year, millions of litres of water are saved thanks to this simple yet...
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Urgent Call for Tree Management and Storm Preparedness in Penang
Weather forecasts predict that parts of Malaysia will experience four to six heavy rain episodes between November 2024 and March 2025. Tropical storms, flooding, and droughts are becoming more frequent and less predictable, deviating from the usual seasonal norms. In light of this, the Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) urges the government to adopt proactive, preventive measures –...
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ALCOHOL IS TOXIC – A Doctor’s Perspective
Alcohol is the most socially accepted drug consumed by 2.3 billion people worldwide. It's the legal poison sold on every street and responsible for 3 million deaths annually. And here’s another truth: “Society normalised regular drinking, but your body never did,” cautions a doctor of 21 years, Dr Sumit Sharma. In a widely shared post on X, he explains why alcohol is toxic. For years, I...
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