The first rain of the season always feels magical. It cools the earth, washes away the dust, and gives us a refreshing break from the heat. But as tempting as it is to dance in the rain or take a carefree drive, the first showers come with a few hidden risks for both your health […]
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By Peter Morris of Astronomical Society of Harare The night sky, even in our increasingly light-polluted city, is one of the great privileges of living in Zimbabwe. The rhythm of the stellar progression through the night and the dance of the planets across the constellations gives us a sense of harmony with the universe. The
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Earlier this year, we shared a discussion about a near-horror incident at an intersection—and how it could have been avoided. The very next day, vigilance once again proved to be a lifesaver when a glance to the right revealed a truck that ran through the intersection just three seconds after our traffic light turned green.
If you’re one of the many parents ferrying children to school each morning, you’ll know your car is more than just transport. It’s a mobile breakfast bar, cloakroom, waiting room, and sometimes the only place you can catch your breath. As the school run kicks back into gear, here are a few practical — and
New term, new timetable — same old school-run chaos. Read More »
Editor’s Note: Lin Barrie sent me a link to her blog that I recommend you read (see excerpt below : “.. An Elephant in the Room..” “I treasure elephants, their strong family bonds and wisdom are endlessly fascinating to me and to the many local and international tourists and nature lovers who relish seeing magnificent elephants
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Too Many Elephants? Hi Mike, We discovered the answers and solutions to this and many other problems in the early 80s… and the devastating culling of huge numbers of elephants are what lead to these discoveries being made. I have just published… Read More
Dear Friends, Sponsors, and Supporters, As the year draws to a close and the festive season approaches, it is with great warmth that we share our Christmas message with you. This past year has been one of transformation and growth for the B.S. Leon Trust, and we could not be more grateful for the many
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As Zimbabwe heads into spring, research such as this is important to prepare for the heatwaves of summer. B Tom from Drive Zim says that drivers should take the time to remind themselves or their employees about the importance of defensive driving as the most effective means to prepare for summer driving. There are more
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