One aspect of electrical appliances that tends to cause a lot of confusion is the question “What fuse should this appliance have?” In this article, we look at fuses in detail and give guidelines on how to work out the correct fuse for the appliance. What are fuses? A fuse is an electrical component that…
High fuel prices and concerns over the environment have inspired more people than ever to go in search of alternative energy sources. The internal combustion engine is considered to be the largest polluter on the planet. Hybrid automobiles have been gaining attention and popularity as a result of these concerns. Most manufacturers either offer these…
You will find that most Malaysian itineraries begin in the capital of Kuala Lumpur or KL as it is commonly known as. This lively city is home to a hotchpot of different cultures and traditions, each providing their own stamp and influence on the city and its development. With a variety of different regions and…
Recycling is a process – a series of activities, if you will, that includes: the collection and sorting of waste materials, the processing of these materials to produce brand new products, and the purchase and use of these new products by consumers. Recycling is more optimized and efficient if we practice the three R’s of…
The exciting news this week has been the Premier of Sex in the City 2. I was lucky enough to see a sneak peak just before its launch. London and the UK have all been a buzz over this fashion fest movie. Now I know that it has had mixed reviews but the opinions of…
I. THE PIANO WORKS Located in the heart of Farringdon, it is a non-stop live music venue. One of the best things about it is that the repertoire is decided by the audience and played by two greatly talented pianists and accompanying musicians. Every Tuesday there is an open mic night that aims to discover…
In the year 2009, hoodies are as popular with young adults now as they have ever been. It seems that the majority of boys and girls have a selection of different styles and colors of hooded tops in their wardrobes which they wear whatever the season. Hoodies are an extremely versatile item of clothing, they…
One of the most spectacular holiday gifts you could give your family is a vacation at Walt Disney World. This magical place, adored by kids of all ages, brings families together in a way that creates lifelong memories. What better time to bring out that special sparkle in your children’s eyes than during the holidays?…
Every year, the holiday season seems to approach us before we’re ready for it. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, approximately 67,800 home fires occur in a typical year, caused from faulty home wiring and electrical appliances. More home fires happen in December than any other month of the year. The holidays are a busy…
Comfort! Everyone wants comfort. Air-conditioning systems have Was invented for the purpose of providing comfort to the Residents of buildings. The science of psychiatry was Developed to understand the properties of the air – the Temperatures, humidity and the heat values. However, the human body, a wonderful piece of creation can Adjust itself to changing…
When we do our upper ab workout at different tempos it will ensure that we have strength through the whole range of movement and it asserts to overburden the muscles, which will make you work a little harder and create a more rapid strength gain. Upper Ab Workout Number One: The Basic Crunch Easy: Begin…
You might think your old hardwood floor looks really ugly and dingy. Back in the 60's and 70's, many homeowners thought their hardwood floors were so ugly, that they would cover them up with carpet. In the modern day, that would be a sin, but it happened a lot back when wall-to-wall carpet was the…
Hypermiling refers to driving to improve your car’s gas mileage. You do this by increasing the efficiency of the engine, reducing aerodynamic drag, using gravity and friction to your advantage, and avoiding energy loss that happens through braking. Hypermiling done right can improve your gas mileage by up to 37 percent. Of course, you need…
I was 38 when I received the shocking news from my optometrist. "Carine, you have a cataract forming in both eyes, one is not much, but I want you to go see an ophthalmologist." No pain did I feel. Since I was legally blind (my good eye was 20/850) I really did not see what…