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The end of the year holiday and festive season is just around the corner and many of you will be shopping for gifts for yourselves and your loved ones. Before you buy, remember this: Most products today are made of toxic, polluting plastic. Let’s shop mindfully and say no to overconsumption this season. The Plastic Pollution Coalition, a global alliance of individuals and institutions...

THE COLOUR OF YOUR CLOTHES MATTER When it comes to staying comfortable in hot weather, the colour of your clothes plays a crucial role. The science behind this lies in how different colours absorb or reflect sunlight. Light-coloured clothing, such as white, beige, or pastels, reflects most of the sun's rays. This means less heat is absorbed by your clothes, helping to keep your body cooler...

Want floor tiles that are clean, fresh, and slightly glossy? Here’s an old-school mop water solution, using simple ingredients, you can make to use for cleaning. What you will need, and how to prepare: Add lemon peels to hot water – this infuses fresh scent and provides gentle acidity. Stir in a spoon of baking soda – it neutralises odours and boosts cleaning action. Pour a dash of vinegar...

Going shopping? Before you buy, pause and ask yourself these 10 questions. Source: The Story of Stuff Project

There’s a simple way to know if that watermelon you’re buying is sweet or not. Check the ground spot! A rich yellow colour is a good sign of ripeness and sweetness.    

Dropped an egg on the floor? How to easily clean up spilled oil or pick up broken glass pieces? Here are easy ways to clean up the mess. (Image credit: The Little Shine)    

Decluttering your home for a brighter new year? Having a checklist helps. Here are some things to consider throwing out. (Pic via Little DIY)