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Donkeys revealed as a British favourite despite 'stubborn' myth

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 08/31/2020 - 1:40pm

Donkeys are one of Britain's favourite animals, despite more than half of people wrongly believing they are stubborn, a study has revealed.

A YouGov poll for international animal welfare charity The Donkey Sanctuary found that donkeys were Britain's second favourite farm animal.

Unlike horses, who topped the poll with (24%), donkeys (17%) are not native to Europe, yet the British public still hold these loyal and affectionate animals close to their hearts. Donkeys have long suffered an unfair reputation and this was borne out in the poll results with 55% of people...

Parents urged to warn student children don’t assume it’s Covid if they fall ill at university

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 08/31/2020 - 12:52pm

Parents of UK students are being urged to ensure their children don’t confuse Covid-19 with other killer diseases such as meningitis. The message, from the meningitis charity, Meningitis Now, comes as thousands of young people prepare to leave home for university for the first time. With as many as half a million students setting up home, often in Halls of Residence, in the coming months, many universities will be expecting the usual health issues such as Fresher’s Flu and hangovers to be complicated by Covid-19 this year and all will be taking measures to help prevent it. “But what about...

Master a Second Language Easily: 5 Effective Tips

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 08/31/2020 - 11:28am

For several years now, the world has been connected on a global scale. You can easily pick up a phone and call someone around the world and ask them how their day was. Not only that, but you can travel anywhere in the world on a moment's notice. The one issue that comes with travel and talking to others however is that often there is a language barrier.

Learning a second language is highly recommended in today’s world as there will be many times where you interact with someone who does not speak your main language. Learning a second language will also help you move up in your...

The top 3 ways to unwind after a long day

If you are looking for a way to unwind, and in 2020, who isn’t, this piece is for you. After working from home or in the office the last thing you want to do is things around the house but there is a lot of evidence to show that using your brain and body in different ways can actually be more relaxing than watching endless reruns.

Let’s take a look at some new ways you can enjoy your time off.

#1: Online Gaming

If you don’t already know, online gaming refers to casino games you love to play but online. With so many new restrictions, places like Atlantic City and Las...

Surprising personal finance strategy tips

Do you want to take control of your finances, save money for your goals, and find hidden ways to cut costs? You already know you should save money for emergencies, fund your 401k, and pay off your debts. But what else can you do?

Read on to learn seven tips to follow when creating your personal finance strategy.

1. Schedule Time for Your Personal Finance Strategy

Just as you create a financial budget to save money, you should budget your time and schedule a time slot to check your finances. During this time you can plan savings goals, look for errors in bank...

Learn When to Scrap Your Car

Realizing when to scrap your vehicle should be the correct choice and is typically made when the expense of fixes exceeds the estimation of the vehicle. Rejecting for the most part strikes a chord when our vehicle has genuinely bombed the MoT, a significant flaw happens, the vehicle stalls or is engaged with a mishap. So, check out all the lists suggesting the best places to scrap your car in Manchester before making a final decision.

Changes in law regarding car scrapping

Throughout the years scrapping strategies have changed. During 2055 the EU End of Life Directive...

4 ways to help depression

A landmark study by the University of Exeter has found that daily 20-minute meditation sittings are complementary to antidepressant drugs or counseling sessions for depression. Quite half their patients during this study felt tolerably to be off their antidepressants after three months with no other intervention but MBCT.

Online Therapy

Individuals with depression might be more vulnerable during the COVID-19 pandemic because:

You may have limited access to treatment options (like therapy or counseling)

Isolation can trigger symptoms of depression (such...

7 Achievable Ways To Help You Improve Your Graphic Design Skills

Authored by Sam Richards
Posted: Sun, 08/30/2020 - 10:56am

With nothing more than an idea and nothing less than imagination, the craft of creation continues to surprise us to this day. The graphic design industry is one that is unique and demanding, but always fun and innovative with its work.

The demanding aspect shows in that they are expected to keep up with trends, seeing as the present-day trends play a critical role in producing quality work for their clients. Trends are known to be extremely volatile, keen on sudden and abrupt change. However, this is only one among numerous other challenges graphic designers are faced with....

The 5 Best Places to Visit in East Africa for Game Viewing

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Sun, 08/30/2020 - 10:50am

Just saying the phrase “East Africa Safari Destinations” causes travel enthusiasts to get a serious case of wanderlust. And rightly so, East Africa is home to some of the best holiday destinations in East Africa including the world-famous Masai Mara Game Reserve in Kenya and the Serengeti national park in Tanzania. Other popular African safari destinations in East Africa include Bwindi National Park, Diani beach, Amboseli National Park, Mt Kilimanjaro, and Zanzibar beaches. What do these destinations offer, and when is the best time to explore them? In this article, James Gatheru, the...

A Comprehensive Guide in Buying Cigar Accessories

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Sun, 08/30/2020 - 10:26am

Cigar smoking provides smokers, and even some non-smokers an experience that is enriched with flavors, providing them feelings of sophistication or relaxation. These are usually saved for milestone events like weddings, or even enhancing trips and vacations while being a hobby that can be enjoyed in your day to day life as well. If you are new to the hobby, here are some guidelines when it comes to adding some accessories to enhance your experience.

Cutters

The first thing you need is a cutter for your cigar. You should know that there are a variety of different cutters to choose...

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