Page 18 - News

Woman applying hair treatment to wet curly hair in front of a bathroom mirror with bottles and a brush nearby

OWC Method: Oil, Wash, Conditioner for Smoother Hair

Harriet Wainwright • September 20, 2026

Many people are still left with dull, brittle hair despite using treatments, masks and costly shampoos. That is why a...

A group of young adults and an elderly woman warmly greet a small child outdoors in a village setting.

Ubuntu and the proverb: why it takes a whole village to raise a child

Harriet Wainwright • September 20, 2026

The proverb about an entire village makes sense through the lens of Ubuntu philosophy, which holds that a person exists...

Person planting a Pittosporum shrub in a garden bed with gardening tools nearby.

Pittosporum: The robust alternative to Photinia hedges from spring 2026

Harriet Wainwright • September 20, 2026

What was considered the perfect privacy hedge for years is now revealing its drawbacks: bare patches, spotted leaves and relentless...

Diverse group of colleagues smiling and stacking hands over a trophy in modern office meeting room.

Servant Leadership: Nelson Mandela, Teamwork and Victory

Harriet Wainwright • September 20, 2026

Servant leadership is a concept that makes it easier to understand Nelson Mandela’s statement without reducing it to empty praise....

Three young adults having a discussion over coffee at a table with open notebooks in a study room.

How can ignorance be set aside before judging someone?

Harriet Wainwright • September 20, 2026

How can ignorance be set aside before judging someone? The great Greek thinker revealed that examining oneself dispels everyday arrogance...

Hands scattering birdseed in a garden bed with sparrows, flowers, a trowel, and a birdbath nearby.

White Millet: How to Turn Your Garden into a Bird Paradise

Harriet Wainwright • September 20, 2026

Many garden owners would like to see more birds right outside their homes – not only because their song is...

Woman in a blazer sitting at a café table with a notebook, holding a smartphone and looking thoughtfully out the window.

How to build a strong identity against rejection?

Harriet Wainwright • September 20, 2026

The renowned French philosopher Simone de Beauvoir argued that genuine personal strength emerges when we stop seeking approval… Read more...

Woman with red hair wrapped in a white towel drying her hair in a bathroom with hair care products on the shelf.

How to Make Your Hair Colouration Last Longer

Harriet Wainwright • September 20, 2026

Many people assume that how long a colouration lasts is determined chiefly by the dye brand or the hairdresser’s skill....

Young man sitting cross-legged on floor reading a book next to shopping bags and boxes by a window with sunlight.

Why Does Accumulating Material Possessions Never Satisfy Human Desire?

Harriet Wainwright • September 20, 2026

The philosophy of Schopenhauer likens the pursuit of wealth to drinking seawater: the more we consume… Read more Contemporary society...

Young woman grooming her eyebrows in front of a bathroom mirror with skincare products on the counter.

Fuller Eyebrows: 4 Simple Steps for Natural Regrowth

Harriet Wainwright • September 20, 2026

Many people only realise in photographs or under harsh bathroom lighting how strongly their brows shape their overall appearance. Anyone...

Person using smartphone while loading clothes into front-loading washing machine in bright room

When to Run Your Washing Machine to Save Electricity

Harriet Wainwright • September 20, 2026

The laundry pile keeps growing, daily life is hectic, and the washing machine often goes on when you finally get...

Hand holding a glass of clear liquid near an open dishwasher in a bright kitchen.

Dishwasher Cup Trick: How Vinegar Saves Electricity

Harriet Wainwright • September 19, 2026

Many households want to cut their energy bills without giving up convenience. The dishwasher has long been an essential appliance...

Man installs wooden owl-shaped birdhouse on tree in a sunny garden with flowers and tools nearby.

Help Owls with a Simple Nesting Box in Your Garden

Harriet Wainwright • September 19, 2026

Owls were once regarded as an ordinary part of the landscape. But old barns are disappearing, tree hollows are becoming...

Person sowing seeds in a garden bed beside blue and white flowers on a sunny day.

Sow Nigella damascena in March for Flowers All Summer

Harriet Wainwright • September 19, 2026

Many amateur gardeners look disheartened at bare beds in March. They are eager for colour, but often lack the time...

Person stretching in bed next to a steaming cup of coffee, alarm clock, and smartphone on a bedside table at sunrise.

France time change 2026: clocks move forward in March

Harriet Wainwright • September 19, 2026

The time change is just around the corner. In France, the clocks change twice a year, prompting the same recurring...

Person drying hands with white towel by kitchen sink with soap dispenser and flowers in vase nearby

Hand creams and cracked knuckles: the simple everyday change that matters

Harriet Wainwright • September 19, 2026

Drawers full of hand creams yet cracked knuckles all the same: one simple everyday change can achieve more than the...

Woman adjusting a digital device inside a white wardrobe with hanging clothes and wicker baskets nearby.

Prevent mould in the wardrobe before it appears

Harriet Wainwright • September 19, 2026

The smell arrives first. Slightly musty, barely noticeable, somewhere between an old cellar and a damp towel. You open the...

Person scrubbing a brush by a kitchen sink with cleaning supplies and a bowl of paste nearby.

Bicarbonate of soda and hydrogen peroxide for household cleaning

Harriet Wainwright • September 19, 2026

Among the household products most commonly used in everyday routines, bicarbonate of soda stands out for its ability to neutralise...

Person spraying a clear plastic bag with liquid on a patio table, colourful cushions on outdoor sofa in background.

The 3-Second Trick That Keeps Terrace Cushions Colourful

Harriet Wainwright • September 19, 2026

A tiny everyday action can make all the difference. Anyone who loves their terrace will know the problem: cushions look...

Two people having a serious conversation over coffee at a busy café with books and notes on the table.

Nietzsche: Why Tone of Voice Shapes Relationships and Communication

Harriet Wainwright • September 19, 2026

Nietzsche has made the news again because of a remark that touches on a sensitive issue in both public and...

Person holding rosemary sprigs by a wooden table with a candle and hanging sachets in a cozy room

French Trick for a Perfumed Home With Dried Rosemary

Harriet Wainwright • September 19, 2026

Keeping the home pleasant can be a real challenge on humid days or in poorly ventilated places. A simple French...