In a proud moment for Island School, their year eight student Vijay Narayanan, won second place in the HKFYG English Public Speaking Competition – one of the biggest public speaking contests in Hong Kong. Narayanan, who surpassed over 1,000 participants from 170 schools, accepted his award with humility and grace. In an interview with Beyond The Boundaries Magazine, he said, …
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Moving to a new home? Or simply bored with the current state and wanting a more well-designed space? Thanks to the internet, finding design inspiration for your home has never been easier. However, it is easy to feel overwhelmed and be unsure of your choices when it comes to the actual implementation. That’s why we asked Heena Ahuja, Senior designer, …
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How the Craft & Community Development Foundation is helping tribal artists weave their own narratives Throughout history, storytelling has been one of the most defining of human characteristics. It is by way of stories that we have been able to build the identities of entire nations, families, causes, and ourselves. It is the way of our world and our world’s …
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The boutique county is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Britain. Having an amazing history, Stratford has so much more to offer the visitors. From a stunning riverside setting to historic houses and street markets, Stratford is a heart-stealing place. Attractive lanes of halftimbered houses, charming sections of the riverbank, lush green areas, and the Stratford upon- Avon …
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Hong Kong is an amazing city to get married in: you can find pretty much everything here! No matter if you are after a Western, Chinese, or an Indian wedding! The city offers something for everyone – whether you want a huge, all-night party or an intimate ceremony. However, there is still a lot to consider while planning your big …
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We are not alone! We’re not just ‘we’ Before your thought goes to aliens or extraterrestrial organisms, let’s take a look closer home. I’m talking about our very own bodies. Yes, you read it right! Our bodies are host to trillions of microorganisms that “coexist” within us. As infants, we are first exposed to external microorganisms during delivery and then …
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In the Indian culture, we are made to grow up with the idea that we need to honour the commitments we make to our parents, spouses, children, to our studies and work. And that is a wonderful habit BUT what about making a commitment to our own selves? What does that even look like? Why is it a good idea? …
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Dance is often called the hidden language of the soul. It is one of the most relevant of all forms of self-expression. A form of art steeped in movement. We have several different types of dance forms. These include ballet, modern/contemporary, hip hop, and folk dances from around the world, such as flamenco, bhangra, and samba. All dance is art …
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COVID- 19, the mayhem has led to a third of the world’s population coming under some form of lockdown thereby forcing most of us to work from home. While it does sound relaxing and highly productive, it would probably not be the same with a few tiny (just in size!) colleagues, playing and jumping around. Many working parents are facing …
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How many times have you heard the phrase Gut Feeling? Ever wondered why it’s called that – the feeling of anxiety that gives you ‘butterflies in your stomach?’ The gut-brain connection is REAL. And it might just be the reason behind several of your feelings, including the serious trouble-makers – anxiety and depression. Our gastrointestinal tract is extremely sensitive to …
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