Category: Development EN
CELEBRATE DIFFERENCES
Never force anyone to be like you. We are all different and that’s beautiful. “Each human being is unique, each with their own qualities, instincts, forms of pleasure, and desire for adventure. However, society always imposes on us a collective way of behaving,” says Brazilian author Paulo Coelho. We will experience more peace and contentment if we stop expecting others to be who they are...
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CAP Highlights Environmental and Wildlife Threats from Tanjung Bungah Development
The Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) is concerned about a development project near the Waterfront Condo, opposite the floating mosque in Tanjung Bungah. The project, which is already underway, has caused significant issues. The use of heavy machinery has damaged water pipes and sewage manholes belonging to a nearby resident. Additionally, large trees that took decades to grow were...
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The True Meaning of “CELL PHONE”
Spending too much time on our phones can make us lonely and isolated. It makes us lose touch with our surroundings. It makes us less friendly and more likely to ignore the people around us. As more people focus on their phones, interactions with others go down. This starts a cycle of less talking and less feeling like we’re all part of a community. If people are absorbed in their handphones...
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WHY READ?
Reading increases knowledge, and not just for school children only. Working adults can benefit from reading too. Books provide access to in-depth knowledge. Whenever Elon Musk, the founder of SpaceX, is asked how he learned to build rockets, he would say, "I read books." Author Roald Dahl once said, "If you are going to get anywhere in life, you have to read a lot of books." “Reading an hour a...
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BRAIN BREAKS Needed for Happy Learning
An important reminder for educators and parents. (Image: Teacher Goals)
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WHICH COMES FIRST?
Is the deer crossing the road or the road crossing the forest? Humans sometimes interrupt animals’ way of life to make ours easier. Highways and some roads often directly cut through animals’ habitats. (Pic via Greenpeace Aotearoa)
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FACE THE FEAR AND MOVE ON
A poem that reminds us to face fears and trust the journey. Face your fears to truly experience the beauty of life. Turn the page and move forward. (Graphic: English Literature)
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NOT EVERYTHING IS FOR SALE
One Family Resists Urban Development The Zammit family from Sydney, Australia gained fame for their refusal to sell their 5-acre property, even though they received offers of up to $50 million. Their land became a prime target for developers as new residential neighbourhoods were built around it, with roads curving around the property to avoid it. Despite the substantial offers and growing...
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