• Society

    The Pros and Cons of Urban Living

    Moving to a big city can be an exciting choice for many people, but not everyone is prepared for the challenges that can come from urban life. If you’ve thought about making the move, you should take time to consider the advantages and disadvantages. Pro: More Transportation Options Many urban dwellers don’t own cars because they don’t need them. They take buses, commuter trains, taxis or subways to their jobs and back, and these can cost less than having to fill up a car when gas prices are higher. Urban dwellers who cannot live without a set of wheels can choose to downsize to two instead of four with a…

  • Health,  Parenting

    Five Practical Tips to Prevent Your Child from Heat-Related Illness this Summer

    Summer is here! You don’t have to know the dates or the months we are now in, but you can actually feel it. The average heat index plays around 35 to 45 degrees centigrade depending on the city. Here in my place, the forecasted heat index today is around 37 degrees centigrade. So just imagine the discomfort us adults are experiencing, how much more our kids? So to prevent the kids from experiencing discomfort or heat-related illness this summer, aside from eating healthy and taking supplements, here are some tips you can easily do: 1. Keep your children hydrated. Make sure they drink water all the time especially if they…