Karate – The Japanese Art of Empty Hands Karate originated in Okinawa, Japan, where local fighting methods merged with Chinese martial arts over centuries. It was later introduced to mainland Japan by Master Gichin Funakoshi, who developed the Shotokan style. The word Karate means “Empty Hand,” reflecting its emphasis on defending oneself without weapons. Karate’s philosophy extends far beyond fighting. It […]
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In those first few moments after a collision, everything can feel overwhelming. Your heart is racing. Your thoughts are scattered. But what you do next matters for your safety, for others, and for what follows. 1. Stop. Always. No matter how small it seems, stopping is not a choice; it’s your responsibility. 2. Make the scene safe. Take a breath,
The Friend Animal Foundation is the biggest and only no kill shelter in Zimbabwe. We are home to some 400 odd dogs and it is our main purpose to provide a healthy and caring home environment for our dogs. We have more than 200 dogs in our Tribe which is a group of dogs who
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20 March will be the Equinox when the Sun will be over the equator and the day and night will be equal. The time from sunrise to sunset changes most rapidly around the equinox and you should notice how quickly the days are drawing in. Full Moon will be on 3 March – the Harvest
Not based on age.Not based on experience.Not based on confidence. Driving is based on mindset. Every road has three types of drivers. 1. The Reactive DriverThis driver waits for something to happen and then responds.They brake when others brake.They swerve when something appears.They think in the moment, not ahead of it. Their driving is last-minute,
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Driving without a licence is not brave.It is not clever.It is not harmless. It is reckless. A driver’s licence is not just a card. It represents training, testing, accountability, and a minimum standard of competence required to share the road safely. No licence means no verified training.No proven understanding of road rules.No confirmation that a
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From the moment I stepped into Borrowdale Country Club last Friday evening, the air was alive with festive cheer, twinkling fairy lights draped across the stalls, the sound of carols floating through the night, and the irresistible aroma of indulgent bites and cheerful sips that set the festive mood. The buzz of families and friends
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There’s something about the sound of Christmas carols that makes the heart feel lighter. This past Saturday, as I stepped into Kingsmead Chapel, I was greeted by the gentle hum of “O Holy Night” drifting through the air, mingling with laughter and the rustle of wrapping paper. For a moment, I could have sworn Christmas
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This past weekend, I found myself swept into a world where colour, creativity, and coffee collided most delightfully at the Art in Bloom exhibition hosted by Art@84. When I arrived, I was greeted by a kaleidoscope of hues dancing across canvases, perfectly paired with the warm, inviting aroma of freshly brewed coffee from the Brush
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