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Tips for buying a family home

Olivia Rivers
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Tips for buying a family home

Buying a house for your family is one of the most significant life decisions you will ever face. It is a considerable investment that requires careful consideration. You need to take into account the immediate needs of your family, as well as the requirements they will have decades in the future.

If you are planning to have, or have just had, your first child, then you no doubt want to buy a home that will be big enough for them to grow in. The more children you plan to have, the more rooms you will need in the house to accommodate them.

Similarly, you want to try and invest in a place that has a backyard so that the kids have room to play outside. A yard is also useful if you’re going to have a pet.

You also want to make sure you buy a house with a great kitchen space. Home cooking is the secret to health and happiness as a family, so make sure that you invest in a kitchen that has enough room for the cooking activities you want to do and is going to be easy to clean before and after you get to work.

Make sure the house you buy also has spacious storage areas that you can keep all of the things you will undoubtedly accumulate as a family. Even if you are diligent in ensuring that you keep accumulation to a minimum, there will always be a large amount of stuff that collects when you own a permanent family residence, especially when you have kids that grow up there.

You should also think about the needs of you and your partner. Buying a house that is only suited to kids won’t leave you very happy as an adult. Find the balance.

Easy ways to spice up your kitchen

Connor Keldie
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Easy ways to spice up your kitchen

Whether you’re just bored of the way your kitchen looks, or you think there are changes you can make to it that would really make it ‘pop’, spicing up your kitchen is always a good idea. It doesn’t have to cost a huge amount of money, and can be done in your own time. Here are some ways to spice up your kitchen.

Adding a rug

You would be surprised how much better a kitchen can look just by adding a rug. Adding a rug gives the kitchen some life through colour and design. Adding that flare to the room ensures that when people walk in, they will notice the colour immediately, and if accented well with the décor it can look amazing. A rug can also add comfort, as the softness can be nice underneath a dining table or before the sink for when you’re cleaning the dishes. If your kitchen isn’t in the best shape, a rug can be used to cover up impurities.

Replacing the tap

If your tap is starting to look a bit old and tired, it may be a good idea to replace it. Typically, it is one of those things that is very noticeable in a kitchen, and having a modern tap design can help make your kitchen look fancy and modern. This doesn’t cost as much as you’d think, and once the tap is bought, it can be replaced on your own. To add to this, something small like having a new or clean sponge can make all the difference in the world in making your kitchen look clean and modern.

Add a pop of colour

If your kitchen has a common design and style, it’s likely that in follows generally a one or two colour scheme, usually white. This can be a bit boring to look at, and most will get bored of it day after day. Adding a pop of colour in the kitchen will make it look more alive. This can be achieved with a fruit bowl of colourful fruit, or some flowers.

In summary, a kitchen can be boring to look at day after day, and some small minor changes to spice it up can make a big difference in how it is perceived.

What’s The Difference Between an Innovator and an Entrepreneur?

Ben Keane
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What’s The Difference Between an Innovator and an Entrepreneur?

While an innovator and entrepreneur may sometimes be classed in the same bucket, there are actually a lot of fundamental differences between the two different roles. Both these roles do tend to stem from the aspect of starting a new business. It is important that you understand who you are and what you want your role to be when starting a business.

If you don’t think through this then all the other fundamentals may not be able to take shape and your start up business could fail. An innovator has an idea and thinks of new ways of doing things, this could be a brand new product that no one has heard of before, or an improvement on an existing product.

Where being an entrepreneur differentiates is that they are the person that wants to sell the product or idea and take it to the market. Entrepreneurs can create the business that supports the idea that the innovator has. You can certainly be both an innovator and an entrepreneur, but if you are just one of these roles, then you will need assistance from someone who is the other to ensure the business is successful.

Have a read on below at some more information about the major differences between an innovator and an entrepreneur:

Entrepreneurs Create Companies

Entrepreneurs tend to take care of all the business building and strategizing aspects of the start up. Their focus is to make the business profitable, get investors (if needed) and make money. Entrepreneurs cannot do this without a good idea, which is why they need an innovator to have the idea, or they could have the idea themselves.

The entrepreneur will tend to know more about starting a business and marketing the product and/ or service then someone who just focuses on innovating would. Entrepreneurs also tend to be bigger risk takers and if they find a great idea, they are really passionate and will work hard to spread the word on just how good this idea is.

In a lot of different cases entrepreneurs also tend to be leaders. This is because if the business is successful and starts to grow, and the entrepreneur is still involved in the business, they will likely be the one steering the ship. There are a lot of popular entrepreneurs that you would have heard of before, including Bill Gates (who created Microsoft) and Jeff Bezos (who created Amazon).

Innovators Create Ideas

Innovators are idea people, they love making things better or creating new things that will help make people’s lives better. However, when it comes to the business side of things, they may not really know which way is up. Some innovators can be entrepreneurs, but there are others that just want to keep creating new ideas and let someone else take care of marketing the idea and running the business.

Innovators are usually really good at anticipating the market and think of things that people need even before they have thought of it themselves. They tend to also be really productive and efficient. They are also risk takers, but in a different sense to entrepreneurs, they aren’t afraid to try thinking of a new product and fail.

One of the most popular innovators currently around is Sergey Brin, the innovator behind Google Glass, as well as Google’s very own self-driving car. These are two key innovations that are really pushing technology along and can help make the world a better place. It is very common to see innovators partner up with entrepreneurs when they believe they have a winning idea.

How the far-right gained power and popularity in America

Georgia Packer
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How the far-right gained power and popularity in America

On the back of Donald Trump’s presidency, the far-right has gained popularity in the country with many rallying in the streets not even bothering to hide their hate. This is more evident than ever in the Charlottesville protests in which a far-right protestor took the life of a counter-protestor by ramming a car into a crowd. Racism has always been prevalent in the United States, hidden behind a thin veil of politics.

However, the rise of the so called ‘alt-right’ in 2016, a rebranded and modernized form of racism, has shown that it is more evident than ever and not willing to hide. This has been met with furious counter-protesting by radical left-wing groups such as the Black Bloc and/or Antifa. With issues to do with immigration and the killing of African Americans by police, right wing groups have rallied together in support of these actions and the actions of the White House.

These rallies and protests have erupted with Black Lives Matter protests taking place and often devolving into violence, as well as right wing terrorism acts occurring on a more frequent basis than ever. Acts like these include the shooting of a Pittsburgh synagogue by a right wing terrorist, as well as the aforementioned Charlottesville car ramming. Through the use of social media platforms and growing ‘meme culture’ in the age of the Internet, right wing extremists are able to connect with other like-minded individuals who share the same views.

This has led to the formation og student groups and larger organizations centered around racism and politics. The popularity of these groups has, as a result, grown exponentially and led to the notable right wing extremist movements and acts of violence. America is uncertain as ever before, and the nation is clearly divided.

Important Cybersecurity Companies To Be Aware of

Ben Keane
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Important Cybersecurity Companies To Be Aware of

Cybersecurity is probably one of the biggest and most talked about areas of IT at the moment. These days, more companies than ever are completely online and therefore there are a lot of companies being hacked by cyber criminals and stealing confidential business data or even customer data.

There is nothing worse from a company when there has been a data breach, especially if it impacts their customer’s data. If this happens then the customers lose faith in the company. Sometimes even governments have to defend off cyber attacks, which is taking national security to a whole other level. Every single person has to be careful as to what they do online to limit their own vulnerability.

The good news is that there are a lot of different cybersecurity companies out there that are leading the way and saving businesses and governments from potential cyber attacks that could have lasting negative consequences. There are some companies that are strictly in the cybersecurity space, while others are in technology space but have an interest in cybersecurity. Have a read on below to find out more information about these companies:

Splunk

Founded in 2003, Splunk now has an annual revenue of over $1 billion. Splunk started out primarily as an IT Service Management company, but it has quickly expanded into other areas including cybersecurity. Many businesses use Splunk as it helps them perform proper security analytics. It is continuing to expand into other areas of the market, and it is certainly one to watch over the next few years.

Palo Alto Networks

Founded in California in 2005, Palo Alto Networks is known to be a company that is heading in the right direction. This cybersecurity company offers its consumers a wide range of products and solutions, including cloud access, endpoint protection as well as firewalls, just to name a few. Palo Alto Networks assists a lot of other high profile companies with their cybersecurity.

Fortinet

Fortinet is a company that has seen a lot of growth in the past few years. Founded in 2000 in California, Fortinet is known for its high customer satisfaction when it comes to analysing security data. The areas Fortinet mainly focuses on include endpoint security, anti-virus, network and web application firewalls, intrusion prevention, among other things.

Microsoft

While you may not necessarily think of Microsoft as a cybersecurity company, they have certainly been beefing up their portfolio here as they view this issue of the utmost importance. Some of the areas Microsoft focuses on are, threat and information protection, cloud security and security management. Microsoft also works hard to ensure that all its products are as secure as possible.

IBM

Another technology company that has a lot to offer when it comes to cybersecurity, founded in New York, they are a solutions driven business. One of the issues is that because IBM is such a big company, the cybersecurity solutions can sometimes get lost in the crowd. This is still a pretty big focus for the company, and they look into areas such as mobile security, endpoint security, data protection, encryption and fraud protection.

Sophos

Sophos is all about endpoint protection and it is a company that is currently looking to expand. It has just about to be purchased by Thoma Bravo, and this will help increase awareness of the brand on a more global level. They are currently working on some new projects, but some of the things they already take care of include secure web gateway, consumer antivirus, anti-phishing, security management, firewalls and secure email gateway, among other things.

How to design a stylish and functional backyard garden space

Hugo La Trobe
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How to design a stylish and functional backyard garden space

A garden is one of the most stunning features your home can have. While maintaining a natural garden takes hard work, it can be a fun hobby that the whole family can get involved in, and the rewards are plentiful.

If you are going to design a backyard garden space, you want to make sure it is both stylish and functional for your need. You don’t want to create something that will be difficult for you to manage in the long-term.

Let’s look at some tips for creating a stylish and functional garden space.

1.   Leave room for other activities

When you design a garden space, make sure that you don’t overdo it and take up too much space from the rest of your backyard. While the garden can be the main feature, you don’t want it to be so large that there’s no room for kids to play or for you to have a barbeque in the summertime.

2.   Consider your climate and gardening willpower

While having a lush and green garden is everyone’s goal, you need good weather and the willpower to manage it effectively into the future. The larger the garden you design, the more work you are going to have to put in to keep every inch of it looking perfect – don’t make a big garden if you aren’t prepared to put the work in to maintain it.

3.   Consider the size plants will grow

To have the best use of the space, you want to make sure that the plants you intended to grow in the garden are going to look nice when they reach maturity. You don’t want to have too many plants that are hanging over the sides of the garden space and not looking very nice.

Easy meal prepping recipe ideas for fitness gains

Connor Keldie
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Easy meal prepping recipe ideas for fitness gains

Meal prepping is undoubtedly one of the best ways to get a stable nutrition intake whilst simultaneously fuelling your body for maximum fitness gains and recovery. The inherent nature of meal prepping is cooking large sums of food for consumption later, and this can take a while when using complex recipes. So what are the most bare bones, simple recipes for nutrition and fitness recovery? These recipes have worked for me well in the past, and can look and sound boring, because they are usually boring. But they do their job and provide nutrition for gains.

Here are some easy meal prepping recipes for fitness gains.

Chicken breast and rice

The staple meal for any bodybuilder. The very name striking fear into fitness freaks worldwide. Although it can get very boring very quickly, chicken breast and rice is one of the best staple meals for any fitness fanatic. Providing enough protein and complex carbs to fuel the body, it is a perfect filler meal for bulking, or normal meal for when you are cutting. It is recommended you experiment with spices and sauces to spice it up, or it will get very sick of this very quickly.

Chilli con carne

No matter how many times I make this, I will always enjoy it. Easy to make in bulk with a large pot providing huge servings of around 5 a pot, this meal provides huge amounts of protein and carbohydrates guaranteed to make you grow. The spices and flavours of this makes it impossible to get bored of, and adding in extras such as bread or different beans and meats can ensure enough variety for this to always be in your meal prep cycle.

Tuna and rice

Okay, I know these all sound pretty boring but trust me, they work. Tuna and rice is another staple meal (or any fish with rice, tuna is just most accessible) for any fitness fanatic. Providing enough nutrition for fitness gains and enough food to keep you full, this is a definite go to for easy meals.

The meals provided here are incredibly easy to make and take no time at all. They provide substantial nutrition and will always be staple meals for fitness freaks across the world.

3 methods of reducing tooth sensitivity

Georgia Packer
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3 methods of reducing tooth sensitivity

Tooth sensitivity, while usually mild in most cases, can be quite severe and painful. It is a common dental concern involving discomfort or pain when consuming specific substances or foods. It can be sharp or dull; however, it is often temporary and occurs when eating a particular type of food. Tooth sensitivity can be worsened or even caused by a range of factors, like brushing too hard (or not enough), gum recession, teeth grinding or clenching or over-consumption of highly acidic foods (like soft drinks).

If the above factors resonate with you and have caused you to experience pain from tooth sensitivity, then check out how you can decrease tooth sensitivity.

Desensitising toothpaste

Fortunately, there are heaps of great sensitive toothpaste available. Your dentist might recommend switching to one of these brands to help with any discomfort. For many patients, simply switching toothpaste solves their problem completely. Indeed, this is because the toothpaste contains unique ingredients and minerals, which help protect vulnerable, exposed layers of dentin.

Change your toothbrush

If you notice that your teeth are more sensitive after brushing, then it could have something to do with the type of toothbrush you use. Hard bristles can be unforgiving on people with naturally sensitive teeth and gums. Instead, switch to a soft bristle toothbrush and make sure you brush gently every morning and every night.

Get a mouth guard for teeth grinding

If your dentist believes you are grinding your teeth, then there are multiple options available to you. Firstly, it could be something related to your diet – like too much caffeine. Consider reducing your coffee and alcohol consumption and then monitor your teeth grinding after the changes. If your jaw is less tender or stiff in the morning, then chances are it’s working. If it’s not, there are tailored mouthguards available designed to reduce teeth grinding habits, pain and sensitivity.

Facebook to minimize electoral interference on its platform in election lead-up

Sophia Masters
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Facebook to minimize electoral interference on its platform in election lead-up

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced that the social media conglomerate will not accept new political ads in the week before the 2020 election (November). Indeed, the company has said that it will remove posts that claim people will get COVID-19 if they vote in person while labelling other posts as misinformation. The purpose of bringing in the week-long deadline is to prevent candidates from releasing fearmongering advertisements that journalists and media agencies are unable to fact check such claims promptly.

Having said this, there are several concerning loopholes with Facebook’s recent promise to enhance the credibility of the election. Firstly, many states already accept early mail-in voting, meaning people could still be influenced or swayed by the posts before their advertisement policy takes effect. Likewise, the social media entity has admitted that any advertisements purchased before the deadline will still be able to run on the platform until election day.

What about after the election?

Zuckerberg also confirmed that Facebook would begin applying “contextual labels” to posts by candidates or campaigns that claim victory before official results have been released. These standards will also be applied to posts that seek to delegitimize the election results. However, it is still unclear whether this will extend to political advertisements.

But can politicians still lie?

The glaringly obvious flaw with Facebook’s new policy is the fact that candidates could technically still lie in targeted ads since the contextual label won’t kick in until election day. This means that up until election day, all candidates can continue to run false advertisements without serious repercussions.

In many respects, it seems that Facebook’s stance hasn’t demonstrably changed at all and that US voters are in for another election cycle filled with misleading statements from both sides of the political aisle.

 

3 benefits of solo travel

Olivia Rivers
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3 benefits of solo travel

When most people think of an overseas adventure, they usually picture it with a group of friends, family, or with a romantic partner. However, travelling overseas alone has become a more popular option in recent years as people realise the unique benefits it has over going with a group of people.

This is not a selfish decision, as you can always go travelling with someone else at a later date. Solo travel experiences can be enriching and are not just for people who prefer to do things alone.

Let’s look at 3 benefits of solo travel.

1.   A unique experience

One of the best things about solo travel is that it feels more like a movie or a video game experience. You see, hear, and experience things inside your own head rather than a shared commentary with other people. This makes the whole thing feel more like a real adventure you can get lost in.

2.   Do things at your own pace

Of course, an obvious benefit of solo travel is that you won’t be delayed by companions. If you are the kind of person who likes to power through things, then travelling with people who take their time to take photos of everything will be frustrating for you. When you travel alone, you can stay as long as you feel like at a specific art exhibit, and you can stick to your schedule without waiting for others who may be less reliable.

3.   Save money

When you travel solo, you can save a lot of money since you can hire much smaller rooms and potentially less lavish ones. When you travel with others, you need to accommodate their standard and wishes, but when you go alone, the choice of what you want to pay for is entirely yours.

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