The modern workplace suffers from a “cult of false urgency,” where everything is labeled “urgent” or “ASAP,” blurring the lines between what’s truly important and what’s not. This constant state of perceived crisis hinders effectiveness, as decisions made in haste often create more problems. Pause for a second and think back over your last working…

African proverb of the day (Image: AI-generated) Not every proverb ages well. Some feel tied to a different century and a different way of looking at the world. Yet now and then, an old saying hangs around because people still recognise something in it. This African proverb is one of those.“A man will never heed…

Spanish proverb of the day (Image: AI-generated) Some proverbs arrive wrapped in mystery. Others get straight to the point. This Spanish saying belongs firmly in the second category. “A man does what he can; a woman does what a man cannot” is the sort of line that tends to stop people midway through a conversation….

Meet Kylian Mbappé’s rumoured girlfriend, Ester ExpósitoPhoto credit: Getty As the World Cup draws global attention to the pitch, it’s not just goals and tactics that have fans buzzing; personal stories do, too. In recent months, one name has repeatedly surfaced alongside Kylian Mbappé’s: Spanish actress and model Ester Expósito. Photographs, short videos and a…

While encouraging communication is important, turning speaking practice into another performance-driven activity is what parents need to be cautious about. According to Dhall, parents should avoid: Forcing children to memorise speechesCorrecting every small mistakeComparing them with other childrenFocusing only on results and performanceExcessive correction can make children self-conscious and afraid of making mistakes. In contrast,…