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Sustainable Fashion: How to Build a Capsule Wardrobe That Lasts for Years Discover how to curate timeless, versatile pieces that reduce waste while elevating your personal style. As our awareness of the fashion industry’s environmental impact grows, more of us are looking for ways to enjoy style without the ecological cost. According to recent waste […]

Why Facts Don’t Change Our Minds written by James Clear The economist J.K. Galbraith once wrote, “Faced with a choice between changing one’s mind and proving there is no need to do so, almost everyone gets busy with the proof.” Leo Tolstoy was even bolder: “The most difficult subjects can be explained to the most slow-witted […]

Reclaiming Your Time: Breaking Free from Social Media’s Grip In today’s hyperconnected world, most of us find ourselves spending countless hours scrolling through social media apps on our smartphones. Whether it’s checking Instagram posts, watching TikTok videos, messaging on WhatsApp, or endlessly scrolling through news feeds, our digital habits can quickly become overwhelming. I’ve certainly […]

Interior Design Show 2025: Innovation Meets Sustainability in Toronto The 26th annual Interior Design Show (IDS) made its triumphant return to Toronto’s Metro Toronto Convention Centre, transforming the 180,000-square-foot North Building into a hub of design innovation. As Canada’s premier design event, IDS continues to bridge the gap between consumer and trade markets, offering unique […]

The Hidden Challenges of Real Estate Transactions Every residential real estate transaction, whether on the buy side or the sell side, involves different components unfolding at different rates. While much has been written about the hard facts of interest rates, inventory fluctuations, and the importance of proper pricing, far less attention is paid to the […]

The New Zealand Prefabricated Homes Market: A Growing Trend in Modern Living The Rise of Prefabricated Homes in New Zealand The prefabricated homes market in New Zealand is experiencing significant growth, driven by the increasing demand for affordable, sustainable, and efficient housing solutions. Prefabricated, or prefab, homes are built off-site in controlled factory environments and […]

Lifestyle Changes to Manage Blood Pressure Naturally The Power of Lifestyle in Managing Blood Pressure High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health concern that can lead to serious conditions like cardiovascular disease and kidney problems. While medications are often necessary for treatment, lifestyle changes can play a significant role in managing and even […]

Sellers Hit 2025 Hard: A Look at New Zealand’s Real Estate Market The real estate market in New Zealand kicked off 2025 with a bang, as sellers listed properties at levels not seen in a decade. Coined ‘the perfect market’ in November, the rare stability of high stock levels and stable prices has carried over […]

Concierge Auctions & Luxury Presence Partner to Revolutionize Luxury Real Estate Marketing A Game-Changing Partnership for Luxury Real Estate In a groundbreaking move, Concierge Auctions, the world’s leading luxury real estate auction house, and Luxury Presence, a top-tier prop-tech startup, have announced a strategic co-marketing partnership. This collaboration aims to empower real estate agents with […]

Get Uniformed: Young Innovator Launches Platform to Make School Uniforms More Affordable In a heartwarming tale of innovation and community spirit, Hugo Moffett, a young student from Napier Boys’ High School, has taken a significant step towards reducing the financial burden of school uniforms on families. His brainchild, Get Uniformed a website dedicated to the […]