A tribute to Professor Austine SO Okwu at age 92: a look at how a diplomat who signed up to serve his country ended up serving his people. From a review of his book, In Truth for Justice and Honor: A Memoir of a Nigerian-Biafra Ambassador. Part 1 In the late 1950s and early 1960s,…
How much does it cost to develop a mobile grocery delivery app?
“Oh thank goodness…groceries are delivered just in time, all thanks to my grocery delivery app.” We breathe a sigh of relief when we have such handy mobile apps for doing small household tasks like shopping. Especially in the Covid19 situation where we want there to be minimal exposure, these mobile grocery delivery apps are blessings…
Five activities to celebrate National Percolator Day
Do you remember the electric coffee makers? Percolators were the primary method of brewing coffee for over 100 years and were gradually replaced by the automatic drip coffee maker in the 1970s. American James Mason is credited with being the first to patent an electric coffee maker on December 26, 1865, now known as National…
The Kia Optima Hybrid braves a true northern winter
Many people love the idea of a hybrid, but are concerned about hybrid performance in the dead of winter. To answer this question, I took a Kia Hybrid for an extended 2-day demo. Lots of people write about how the Kia Hybrid performs in winter in places like Vancouver or Chicago, but Winnipegians will only…
How to Unleash Your Unlimited Brain Power by Taking Mental Notes
While the human brain can easily forget, it is actually much more efficient than any computer system. True, people can use computers to help compensate for mental lapses; but, always remember that the computer is just a tool. This may seem puzzling considering how superior the complex computing system is, however, unlike the computer, the…
Early Learning: Can Movies and TV Be Good for Babies and Toddlers?
What an important question! As a parent of an infant or toddler, you want to help your little one reach his or her potential. We know that language and social skills are very important for success in school and in life. And what better time to start than when your child is young? First, the…
Book Review: Let There Be Light: The Story of Light, From Atoms to Galaxies (2nd Edition)
This second edition of “Let There Be Light: The Story of Light from Atoms to Galaxies” is, like the first edition, a delightful book. Light, or more generally electromagnetic radiation, is the vehicle the authors use to traverse the broad subject of physics, and they do so in a humorous, friendly yet serious way. Although…
Are Weight Loss Herbs and Supplements Right for Your Fitness and Diet Goals?
Mega thousands and even millions of people, not just Americans, are trying healthy herbs for weight loss and succeeding each year, with millions more joining the fray. Yes, it is true that losing weight has an attraction that is difficult to pass up. And the faster you lose weight, the better you feel. And I’m…
How to buy a condo in Thailand
Buying a condo is safe Buying a condominium unit has become the simplest and easiest alternative for foreigners who want to own real estate in Thailand. The foreigner may own the condominium unit under his or her own name. Under Thai law, a foreigner is not prohibited from owning a condominium building in the country,…
Select from the best furniture stores
Furniture stores are not very difficult to select. You will first need to check the style of your home, before you can buy any furniture. This will help you make some easy decisions about what furniture to choose, to match the architecture of the house. Next you will need to make a budget for the…