Long drinks, also known as tall drinks, are alcoholic mixed beverages that offer a generous pour for those looking to quench their thirst in style. Originating from Finland, these cocktails have gained popularity worldwide for their refreshing and flavorful characteristics. Finnish long drink, or “lonkero,” holds a special place in the hearts of many cocktail […]
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Why White Running Shoes Are a Timeless Classic for Runners
Have you ever wondered why white running shoes have remained a favorite among runners for generations? Despite the availability of various colors and styles, white running shoes continue to hold a special place in the hearts of runners worldwide. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the reasons why white running shoes are considered a […]
7 of the World’s Largest Flowers: Nature’s Grandest Blooms
Flowers have the remarkable ability to captivate us with their colors, scents, and delicate beauty. However, some flowers go beyond being merely beautiful—they astonish us with their enormous size. In this blog, we’ll explore seven of the world’s largest flowers, diving into the impressive scale of these natural wonders. Along the way, we’ll also discuss […]
5 Revenue-Driving SEO Strategies for Healthcare Industries
The digital age is at every corner of our life and healthcare is not an exception. The constantly growing sector has taken a liking towards digitalisation and we are witnessing a massive shift in the last few years. The sheer number of healthcare facilities online is itself proof. A strategically planned and properly executed SEO […]
GUYANA/SURINAME: Surging Prices Spur New Gold Rush
Bert Wilkinson GEORGETOWN, May 31 2006 (IPS) – When the Montreal-based Cambior Inc. closed its depleted gold mine in western Guyana last year, authorities feared that the country would disappear from the map of major gold-producing nations. After all, they figured that Guyana s brigade of about 20,000 miners, made up mostly of locals and […]
MIDEAST: Siege Hits Palestinians Before They Are Born
Mohammed Omer GAZA CITY, May 14 2008 (IPS) – The Israeli siege of Gaza that has restricted access to food, water and medicine is now beginning to hit unborn children and newborn babies. It can be a hard life for babies from day one, or even earlier. Credit: Mohammed Omer Many babies are born suffering […]
Q&A: "Sanitation Is Becoming a Social Movement"
Nergui Manalsuren interviews THERESE DOOLEY, UNICEF sanitation advisor UNITED NATIONS, Feb 6 2009 (IPS) – While 2008 declared by the U.N. as the International Year of Sanitation came and went with 2.6 billion people, including almost one billion children, still living without basic facilities, UNICEF s sanitation and hygiene senior advisor, Therese Dooley, says there […]
RIGHTS-PAKISTAN: ‘The Problem Is We All Work in Silos’
Zofeen Ebrahim interviews NAFIS SADIK, special adviser to the U.N. Secretary General and special envoy for HIV and AIDS in Asia BERLIN, Sep 10 2009 (IPS) – As secretary-general of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) in September 1994, Nafis Sadik had described this groundbreaking event as a quantum leap in reinforcing commitments […]
MINING-PERU: Doe Run’s Latest Move
Milagros Salazar LIMA, Jan 15 2011 (IPS) – The U.S. mining and metallurgical company Doe Run has once again challenged the Peruvian government. The Renco Group, of which it is a subsidiary, notified the government of its plans to start an international arbitration process, invoking the free trade agreement between this South American country and […]
Anti-gay Stigma Hinders Bid to Lower Côte d’Ivoire’s HIV Rate
Clinique de Confiance was the first clinic in Côte d’Ivoire to begin targeting men who have sex with men. Credit: Robbie Corey-Boulet/IPS ABIDJAN , Dec 1 2012 (IPS) – When Emmanuel Kokou, a 28-year-old sex worker, moved from his native Togo to Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire in 2010, he knew there was a good chance that […]