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So you've never been a fan of writing. Nor do you enjoy reading books for pleasure. You don't even understand why people enjoy it. As life would have it, though, you need to write dozens of essays and tests in order to get a degree; there is no...
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Being a student in the 21st century is not easy at all. The curricula are very demanding, the amount of homework overwhelming, and the demands extremely high. Luckily, today’s students have something that their predecessors couldn’t dream of:...
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So, you've decided to take a GRE test? It comes as no surprise, because many students, especially those from overseas, want to study in the United States. A GRE test is one of the most critical steps to take if you plan on doing a degree in...
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For many years there has been an expectation that many in the working world would see a big change in their schedules, opting for coworking situations and working from home instead of being in an office. This is of course down to the ability to...
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If you want a career with the actual ingenious or innovative component of being an artist, or you want a job more on the technical side, you will have to present an outstanding and impressive resume. Photo, Olga Guryanova. Your artwork...
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Travelling can expand your thinking. Additionally, it can improve your discernment and intelligence skills. For most students, travel is an integral constituent of a well-versed or comprehensive education. There are several ways of mixing travel and...
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Herodotus once said: "If a man always insisted on being serious, and never allowed himself a bit of fun and relaxation, he would go mad or become unstable without knowing it." Stress is a part of any learning environment. Deadlines and challenging...
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While still woefully underfunded and overlooked, there are thankfully those who still make it through school and onto a higher education in art. Among the creativity and independent thinking, there is—unfortunately for some—some brain-taxing...
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Everyone knows that the life of a student revolves around writing assignments, whether it’s an essay or a narrative, a student can claim to know perfectly how to write in general, but not every student can meet the accepted writing standards to...
Technology
You can’t beat that feeling of putting something together yourself, standing back, and admiring your handiwork. And with 243 individual pieces, Geomag’s Gravity Shoot & Catch really is something to admire; especially when the wonders of...
Technology
Invented and patented in 1998 as way for children and adults to learn about and explore magnetic construction, Geomag's products awaken a curiosity to build, understand, and create. Kits—available in varying sizes—contain magnetic rods and...
Barcelona
Digs with a difference, The Student Hotel Barcelona Campus is a 21st century coliving/coworking hybrid that provides studious minds with exclusive design-led accommodation options. Along with plenty of the extra-curricular activities you might...
Stuff Crush
Weirdness is a notion long entwined with the concept of creativity. Mocked by the strait-laced confined to their boxes of conformism, celebrated by the bold and the brave who pursue the outré as a means of pushing beyond the banal. In Weird...
City Notes
In Montreal’s Little Italy, a new arrival is making waves with a fresh take on Italian dining. Pasta Pooks, which opened in March 2025, is a compact five-seat takeout counter serving pasta and natural wine in a space that marries Old World charm...
City Notes
A once-forgotten 19th-century residence in Savannah’s historic district has been brought spectacularly back to life, reincarnated as The Douglas; a refined 16-room boutique hotel at 14 East Oglethorpe Avenue, where design meets old-world...
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In a country where club floors open with Buddhist chants and Ladyboys offer dawn alms in corsets and stilettos, Elizabeth Waterman has found a world of contradictions too vivid to ignore. Over the past three years, and across four extended trips,...
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There's a paradox about self-care, which is that those who need it most are probably the least likely to practice it. If you're one of those people, you might even be put off by the term self-care. Maybe it sounds too self-indulgent to you. If...
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Looking for a Japanese tutor in Chicago without breaking the bank? You’re not alone. Whether you’re aiming to order ramen with confidence, ace a language exam, or shape your skills for business or travel, one thing’s clear: good private...
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If you’ve ever looked at your balcony and thought, “What a wasted space,” you’re not alone. Many of us live in homes where every square foot counts, yet balconies often remain underutilized. Whether it’s too small, too plain, or simply...
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Recognising the world’s most inspiring work across design, innovation and creativity, the A’ Design Award & Competition stands as one of the most respected and far-reaching international design accolades. Each year, a diverse panel of academics,...