In 1982, I watched the first of the Rambo sequel as a 13- year-old schoolboy. About 40 years since he drew “First Blood”, John Rambo has cemented his status as one of the greatest action heroes. I am glad to have watched “Last Blood” in its premiere launch, a treat for every Stallone fans. The […]
General knowledge has been defined with much sophistication by the experts in the field. Put simply, it is the information we collect gradually from various sources like TV, books, magazines etc, on different subjects (like what Jolly Good Times offers). This is in contrast to the detailed information on subjects studied formally. Besides making great […]
Once there lived a carpenter, Jerry who had made a name for building the best houses in his town. His work was close to perfection which won him many accolades to the disdain of his competitors. One day Jerry decided to call it a day. He was reaching 55 years old and felt it was […]
Years ago, there was a farmer, Jack who owned a land along the coastal region of a village. He had difficulty finding workers as nobody wanted to work on a farm where the storms were prevalent. It was a well-known fact that the storms would wreak havoc – causing damage to the barns and livestock. […]
There are pros and cons to travelling solo. Travelling solo is oftentimes seen as the route to self-discovery as we tread off the beaten track. However, I have friends who find it inconceivable in travelling alone. “Our experiences ought to be shared. Imagine imbibing Chardonnay on the hilltop overlooking the splendour of the land while […]
There was once a wise man who solved the disputes amongst the villagers. He was judicious and people looked up to him for being fair and just. Besides seeking advice, some would go to him and complain about the state of affairs. They did it painstakingly over and over again. One day, the wise man […]
Redhill Days is a fictitious story which chronicles the shenanigans of Sanjay and the “Wild Boys”. It begins when Sanjay first sets foot in Redhill estate as an impressionable 9-year old boy and delves into the survival skills and instincts he had to master in order to weather the rough neighbourhood. The nail-biting adventures include Sanjay’s […]
“Always find a reason to laugh. It may not add years to your life but will surely add life to your years.” Do the cares of the world cause us to laugh less than our predecessors? Studies show that an average 4-year-old laughs about 300 times a day. The number is mind-boggling and could be […]
A budding executive sat on the airport lounge waiting for her plane. Since she had lots of time, she took out a book to read together with a packet of her favourite cookies. She was captivated by the story and was totally immersed in it while munching her cookies. What a splendid way to while […]
For some people, acquiring knowledge is a passing interest. To others, it may be a hobby or a means to academic excellence while some even take it as an obsession. Regardless of where you stand on the spectrum, your love for learning something new is deservedly manifested. General knowledge has been defined with much sophistication […]