Author: Dax Nair
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Exploring the Best of Athens: A First-Timer’s Guide
Visitors planning a short vacation to Greece face a challenge: What can you realistically and affordably cover in a week to ten days? There’s Athens, the capital city and home to the Acropolis. Then, there are the islands, each with uniqueness and attractions. After much research, my wife and I landed on Athens and Santorini.…
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20 Tips For Your First Trip to Greece
With its rich history, stunning landscapes, and mouth-watering cuisine, Greece is a dream destination for many travelers. Whether you’re planning a visit to the bustling streets of Athens or the breathtaking islands of Santorini, you should know some essential things to make your first-time travel to Greece smooth and memorable. The observations included here are…
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Pickleball Gift Ideas: From Stocking Stuffers to Courtside Essentials
✏️ Update: October 30, 2024 Finding a thoughtful gift for a pickleball player can be a fun challenge. Whether you’re shopping for a seasoned pro or someone just discovering the joy of the game, this curated list offers pickleball gift ideas for every player. From stocking stuffers to courtside essentials, we’ve got pickleball gift ideas…
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When You Are Trapped in an Elevator for Two Hours…
When the lights flickered and the elevator went pitch dark, I didn’t give it a second thought. The nearby Hurontario Light Rail Construction had been causing a few planned and unplanned power outages in our building. I was on my way down to the parking garage when the elevator ground to a halt. “It should…
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Pickleball Shoes for Men: 9 Top Brands You Need to Know
✏️ Update: November 01, 2024 With pickleball’s popularity soaring, so are the number of related injuries, with ankle sprains and strains being particularly common. The right gear is crucial to perform well on the court while staying injury-free. While many players focus on their paddle and attire, the right pair of pickleball shoes is often…
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Have You Tried Meta’s Threads Yet?
Don’t have enough social media apps to kill your time? You are in luck! You can now sign up for Meta’s newly launched microblogging platform, Threads. Much like Twitter, Meta’s new app allows users to share their thoughts, ideas, and opinions with others in real-time. Here’s a quick look at its features available at launch.…
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Apartment Living: 18 Things to Know Before Downsizing
✏️ Update: November 2, 2024 Ten years ago, when I sold my house and moved into a condominium, I had only positive things to say about the transition. Some of the challenges, costs, and considerations of apartment living were not apparent to me until I started living in one. When living in Multi-Unit Residential Buildings…
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Novak Djokovic’s Tennis Triumphs
Last updated on August 04, 2024 Novak Djokovic’s tennis triumphs stand in a league of their own, transcending ordinary records. Djokovic has etched his name in the annals of sporting greatness with a staggering twenty-four Grand Slam tennis titles and an Olympic gold medal, earned in an era of exceptional talent. And yet, we may…
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Essentials of Advanced Pickleball (Doubles)
✏️ Update: November 2, 2024 Taking your pickleball to new heights requires more than just a basic understanding of the game. While the game may appear deceptively simple, the nuances of mixing aggression on the court with patient defensive play come with experience. If you’re a tennis or squash player new to pickleball, here are…
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Content Creator to Prompt Engineer, How to Ride the AI Wave
In the digital age, content is king. But as technology evolves, content creators are being disrupted by Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems such as ChatGPT and Bard. AI-powered tools are the way of the future. Whether you are a Marketer in a large organization or a gig worker providing creative services, you have two choices, jump…