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Why some foods require soaking before cooking, and what happens if you skip it
Many Kenyan kitchens have one habit that has been passed from one generation to another without much…
What new mothers actually need more than just flowers
Flowers are beautiful. They brighten a hospital room, create a joyful atmosphere, and communicate lo…
Healthy ways to release work stress after office hours
For many adults, the workday does not always end when they leave the office. Emails continue arrivin…
How to respond professionally when you feel angry at work
Anger is a normal human emotion, and experiencing it at work does not make someone unprofessional. T…
Side hustle goals to start in August without quitting your job
With only a few months left in the year, August is a good time to think about extra
How single people can avoid isolation in busy adult life
Modern adult life is often busier than many people expect. Work deadlines, commuting, financial resp…
Growing together: How strong friendships survive life’s transitions
Friendships often begin in the easiest seasons of life. We meet in school, at work, in church, throu…
What genuine support looks like when your friend is chasing a dream
When a friend decides to chase a dream, whether it is starting a business, pursuing music, going bac…
Simple guide to packing light for your weekend road trip
Planning a quick weekend getaway to Naivasha, Nakuru, or the Coast often starts with a struggle over…
How to remove white water rings from wooden tables
Setting a hot cup of tea or a cold glass of water directly on a polished wooden table
Iniside Kenya’s iconic XYZ show that never made money
“Had I had the same success as an entrepreneur in France as I had in Kenya, I’d be a millionaire…” M…
Hidden fees in mobile loans: How small charges add up to massive credit costs
Getting a quick loan on your phone takes less than two minutes. Whether dealing with a sudden emerge…
How to remove pet hairs from furniture using rubber gloves
Getting pet hair off fabric furniture often feels like a losing battle in many homes. Fur weaves dee…
Rekindling intimacy after years in marriage
You may have heard that sexual enjoyment inevitably fades away in a long marriage. Nothing could be …
The unexpected joy of letting others love your child
Early this week, I found myself doing one of my favourite things: scrolling through my phone gallery…
Why storing potatoes near onions makes them sprout faster
Storing raw potatoes and onions together in the same kitchen basket is routine in many homes. While …
'We are not lonely': Solitude as a new aspirational lifestyle
- Published It's a Friday night. A young woman trudges back to her apartment after a day of work. Sh…
Restyling mitumba : How upcycling is shaping fashion
Where most people see a disposable curtain, an old pair of jeans or a forgotten jacket, Rosy Waruku …
Why men must stop hiding financial problems from their partners
Money can be one of the hardest things for couples to discuss. Some men may feel pressure to
Gunman kills several at Idaho fast-food restaurant
Twin Falls, Idaho – Multiple people have been killed and others wounded after a gunman opened fire a…