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Car Air-Conditioner Facts

Aziz — Thu, 15 May 2008 14:17:02 +0000

Summer time and your car’s air-conditioner will almost always be switched on when you’re driving. Here’s how you can make the most efficient use of it (more…)

Ways to increase your pay

Aziz — Wed, 14 May 2008 11:16:13 +0000

Most workers think that if they do their work well, they deserve to have raises and bonuses heaped upon them. That would be true in a pure meritocracy. But in the real world, the politics of compensation are not that simple. Think about these issues to increase your salary and benefits: (more…)

Anger helps you decide

Aziz — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 18:15:10 +0000

Seventy-three is the average number of daily decisions people make about home, family, work, and shopping. And a little anger can help you choose wisely. When plagued by indecision, think about a recent incident that got you steamed. (more…)

Babies can tell friend from foe

Aziz — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 11:06:14 +0000

Infants who have not yet learned language can still tell friend from foe. Babies aged around six months prefer people who cooperate, rather than people who hurt. This ability could be the foundation for moral thought and action later in life, say researchers. (more…)

What’s there under your bed?

Aziz — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 10:03:18 +0000

A survey yielded interesting revelations. One man headed home to find his wife under the covers and heard a rustling sound coming from under the bed. It turned out to be his wife’s secret girlfriend. Others found dirty plates, guitars and mouldy Chinese takeaways. (more…)