Common Houseplants Aren't Just for Aesthetic, They Help Fight Air Pollution
Houseplants are sometimes thought of as ornamental elements, but if you have a lot of them, you might be lowering the levels of certain pollutants in your house.
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Houseplants are sometimes thought of as ornamental elements, but if you have a lot of them, you might be lowering the levels of certain pollutants in your house.
After more than two decades at Sonic Drive-In in various roles, Christina Vaughan is betting her experience working with franchisees will come in handy in her new role at Slim
Thuy Phan is a writer, dancer, HR professional, and creator of the Instagram account @mixaphoria, where she reviews books and pairs them with craft cocktails. She is currently working on a collection of personal essays on family, estrangement, race, and the diasporic experience. Thuy was born in Vietnam, raised in the US, and currently resides in Somerville, MA.
Michelin-starred Chef Akira Back shares four recipes for Gulf News readers
Originally published on May 15, 2021 7:00 am In the spring of 2020, shortly after the government-mandated lockdowns to help control the spread of coronavirus, I realized I had no hobby. Everything had become a hustle. As a freelance writer and podcast host, I (Nichole) already pretty much worked from home, but as job opportunities arrived further apart and I had more time on my hands, I knew I needed something more fulfilling in my life. I decided to return to an old childhood hobby of cross-stitching. My mother had taught me this form of needlecraft, and it made me feel reconnected with he...