Have you ever attempted to define Asian cuisine’s complex flavours? Without doubt the dishes are delicious, but what sets this cuisine apart from the rest is the signature taste that each dish carries. Asian gourmet food offer tastes that go beyond sweet, salty, sour or bitter. A true Asian food lover or even someone who’s […] … learn more→
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The fascinating history of boredom
“I’m bored” is a statement many parents dread hearing during the summer holidays. Should parents scramble to fill the unstructured time of summer for their kids — so they don’t complain of nothing to do (or worse, get into trouble)? Or should they allow children time, perhaps, to be bored? Indeed, today, the popular idea exists, […] … learn more→
Applying for that alt-ac job
Recently, I started a new job. One of the first things on my to-do list was to employ someone to work with me. I thought that it might be useful to reflect on the recruitment process, particularly for academics who are looking for an alternative academic job (an ‘alt-ac job’ as some people call it)—an administrative […] … learn more→
Digital technologies: what do young people really think?
As digital technologies facilitate the growth of both established and emerging organizations, the darker facets of the digital economy are beginning to emerge. In recent years many unethical practices have been revealed, including the seizure and use of consumer data, anti-competitive activities , and secret social experiments . But what do young people who grew up with the internet think […] … learn more→
Television, children and summer: a trio that works very well if we know how to take advantage of it
The time children spend watching television or mobile phones is a common concern among parents. And it is more so in summer when every day becomes a blank check full of hours with our children. We live immersed in a digital society that subjects current parents to the social pressure of “zero screens”. This pressure is a […] … learn more→
Learning to teach mindfulness to children can help teachers reduce their own stress
As the use of mindfulness has increased globally, its importance in education has also been recognised. Though it is not yet on any curriculum, it is being used in schools around the world to improve pupils’ well-being, mental health, social and emotional learning, concentration and cognition. Many schools are now enrolling their teachers on mindfulness courses too, so that they can eventually teach […] … learn more→
Growing up, children become more tolerant and attentive to others
The school accompanies and cultivates children’s academic knowledge , measuring their progress in reading and numeracy. But what about their moral sense? A recent study shows that it also evolves over time and that parents can really contribute to its development. While the moral concerns of adults have already been mapped , so far we […] … learn more→
‘Making up games is more important than you think’: why Bluey is a font of parenting wisdom
Bluey is a ground-breaking Australian children’s television series and the most downloaded show in ABC iView history. Since premiering in October 2018, Bluey has been played on iView over 100 million times, and it is set to stream internationally on Disney’s streaming platformstarting later this year. The show follows the adventures of a blue heeler puppy, six-year-old Bluey, and her […] … learn more→
Importance of drug/alcohol rehabilitation
A Drug Rehab Austin is a treatment centre where the drug addicts are treated to put them back to mainstream society. An addiction treatment centre is a must for each drug addict. One doesn't have any option to not have it. It’s completely necessary to follow a drug rehabilitation treatment after the clinic treatment is […] … learn more→
4 places to find support during addiction treatment
When you commit to begin meth addiction treatment, equipped yourself with knowledge about your options. Before choosing any rehab facility, keep in mind these critical points: Your meth addiction treatment should address more than your addiction. Meth use disorder affects every aspect of your well-being. It damages your family, career, relationships, health, and even your […] … learn more→