Month: September 2017

White Flower celebrates 90th anniversary unsung heroes

White Flower Celebrates 90 Years By Honoring Unsung Heroes

WORKING QUIETLY in the background, White Flower oil has been a household partner of every Filipino, providing soothing relief from headaches, dizziness, colds, and stress since the 1950s. This year, the company — founded in 1927 in Malaysia — celebrates its 90th year, and it’s decided to make some noise, not for its own sake, but for the unsung heroes it’s honoring.

Portrait of a boy with the map of the world painted on his face

10 Exciting Things to Do in Africa

THE SECOND BIGGEST continent is more than just vast deserts, animal fur, and precious minerals like diamonds. A giant landmass bordered by a few standout water attractions, this 30,220,000 square-kilometer continent is home to many must-visit sites and must-try activities for every wanderer. The world is full of wonders, and Africa offers more than the Americas, Europe and Asia combined on that front. Here are a few exciting things to do and places to visit on the continent. 1. Visit the pyramids of Egypt and other historical sites. In case you forgot, human evolution started in Africa. The Egyptians who built the impressive pyramids were already enjoying civilization more than 5,000 years ago. Beyond monuments and tombs, you can also visit the magnificent paintings in southern African caves and learn about our bi-pedal ancestors at Tanzania’s Oldupai Gorge. 2. Attend Gerewol and other festivals. Many countries in Africa don’t accept or tolerate homosexuality, which makes it interesting that Niger holds a festival centered on male beauty. The Gerewol Festival is when male Africans are adorned …