Category: LIFESTYLE

The easiest Plastic Free July swap you’ll ever make

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It’s estimated that in 2021 Australians wasted 5,266 tonnes of plastic. It’s little wonder that as we become more aware of the harmful impact mismanaged plastic has on our environment, more of us are taking the time to make smart swaps. Plastic Free July is an entire month dedicated to just that – education and tips and tricks on reducing your plastic footprint! Here at The F, we’re here to tell you about the easiest eco-swap you will ever make – SHAMPOO BARS! What is a shampoo bar you ask? It’s essentially a bar of soap, but made of shampoo. They even come as conditioners as well! The idea is you remove the water, which makes up most of your shampoo ingredients, and keep all the good hair cleaning stuff as a compact bar that you then use in the shower and add water to create a lather while you wash those locks. They’re a truly genius product that’s lower on carbon footprint thanks to being lighter to ship, and fantastic for travel. We road tested the Anihana range, a NZ family-owned brand who handcraft sustainable hair and body care products, and can confirm we’re never going back to shampoo bottles in this house.  Anihana’s shampoo and conditioner bars are all paraben, SLS and sulphate free, whilst also being 100% cruelty and plastic free. If you’re watching your pennies like the rest of us in this economy, you’ll be pleased to know that each bar is the equivalent of using three 250ml bottles worth of… Read More

All about the risks of Digital Yuan

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There are a lot of cryptos, and all are available in the market from there; one primary currency that ispopping out nowadays is the digital Yuan. It is a currency in which you can do all your work without anytrouble, but the major thing is not all people can buy this currency. It is made for Chinese people only. This currency has several benefits that a user can easily attain from it, but on the other hand, there aresome significant risks also. It would be best if you did not focus on the benefits only because it is not aright to start the investment. You have to search in deep, and then you should decide. To invest in digitalyuan you can visit yuanpay-group.de. The risk is the only thing that can ruin your experience, and that is why one should always check andthen make the decision. The digital Yuan is a rising currency, and it is now booming the market. You caneasily invest in it with a perfect plan and a great strategy. But without checking the risks, you shouldnever start the investing process of the digital Yuan because it can significantly impact your investments.If you want to enjoy your journey of investment, then you should learn all the things first, and then youshould decide to buy or not buy. It is one of the most multiple currencies nowadays, so people areinvesting in this investment. You have to check and take a deep look at the digital Yuan and take a deeplook and collect all… Read More

5 reasons to visit Mykonos Greece this summer

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It’s summer in Europe! And that means, well, so many things, but primarily: travel to and around the mainland. Europe’s a big place and Greece is one of the many destinations that sits atop its crown of must-visit destinations; and Mykonos even more so, if that’s your vibe. Think Jackie O’s on the beach, water views at every stop and all the table service anyone could ever need. Oh and these 5 other winning reasons. Read on and get planning! 1. Resident DJ and weekly music events Popular for its glamorous nightlife, superstar DJs and beautiful crowds, Mykonos is a true holiday destination. The fun starts at Kensh? Ornos, with a calendar of regular events sure to keep guests entertained. Throughout the season, different musicians and performances will be taking place at Kensh? Ornos, ranging from singers to DJ’s, dancers and more. Recent events include our resident DJ, DJ Angelosi playing Ethnic Electronic and Afro House music and Mediterranean ethnic music performances by Ghenwa Nemnom. 2. The star-lit swimming pool One of the best places to take a dip in Mykonos, the Kensh? Ornos pool was designed to complement the hotel’s surrounding Ornos Bay. With majestic views of the Aegean Sea, lounging by the pool has never been more relaxing. The pool is the perfect Instagram spot, guaranteed to give everyone at home FOMO. At night, the turquoise swimming pool is illuminated with ‘starlights’ that light up the turquoise water for inviting evening swims. Guests can enjoy fresh towels, delicious cocktails and snackable lite bites whilst… Read More

Europe summer travel is back: consider the Bodrum EDITION Turkiye

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The Bodrum EDITION is back for the summer and this July 2022, the resort will be hosting an impressive roster of musicians and artists that are set to entertain guests throughout; creating the ultimate oasis for those looking to both celebrate and wind down. It’ll be hosting a variety of DJs and musicians to kick start their nights at Morena Beach Club during their Chillout Vibe sessions, including acts from famed Istanbul DJ Sabo, Persic, Laolu and and sets from DJ Seko; all set amongst the background of the white sandy beach and crystal turquoise water. The resort’s destination signature al fresco restaurant, BRAVA, helmed by chef Diego Muñoz will also be celebrating the national Bayram Holiday with a variety of acts from Berk Büyükak?n and DJ Yaz Yüceil and other artists including DJ Zeynep Erbay to continue to the celebrations after the national holiday is over. And if the general chicness and awesome landscape of the Turkish surrounds and hotel aren’t enough, then artist, Eda Zamanpur will be organising an array of conceptual art club classes with signature cocktails available throughout the sessions from the Beach Club. Eda specialises in watercolour paintings and draws inspiration from the nature around her which is an idyllic partnership due to the resort being on the waterfront with snorkeling spots close by. Rates start from €1,600 per room per night in July. For more, head to the Bodrum EDITION website.

Book a stay on Neighbours Ramsay Street while you still can

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As part of a Nostalgic Neighbours Stay, a beer with Dr Karl is just one of the VIP perks available for the lucky fan who books the most iconic home in Australia, 28 Ramsay Street, on Booking.com.  Nestled in the quintessential Aussie cul de sac, 28 Ramsay Street, the fictional residence of Karl and Susan Kennedy will become home for lucky Neighbours lovers in an Australian first.  Marking the end of the iconic soap that has graced the nation’s screens for 37 years, the two night stay will accommodate just one lucky couple from Wednesday 27th July – Thursday 28th July, coinciding with the airing of the Neighbours special 90-minute finale episode in Australia on Thursday 28th July at 7.30pm on 10 and 10Peach. The beloved red brick home features a private master suite, a contemporary kitchen, two living spaces and outdoor entertaining area  will be available to book exclusively on Booking.com on a first come first served basis. Fans will be able to book the property on a first in, first booked basis on Tuesday 12 July 11:00 am AEST for just $28.00 AUD – to celebrate the final time 28 Ramsay Street will appear on screens. Fans will need to get in quick though, as there is just one chance to experience this once in a lifetime finale offer.  The stay on Ramsay Street will include: flights from home destination and state to Victoria a premium car rental for 3 days  champagne on arrival  backyard barbie & beers with Karl Kennedy AKA Alan Fletcher, before settling in… Read More

Keep celebrating the Platinum Jubilee: Windsor Castle has a new exhibition

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And it’s all portraiture, photographs and items of Her Majesty’s dress and jewellery, including the Coronation Dress, Robe of Estate and the Coronation Necklace and Earrings. Paying homage to Her Majesty and her sensational 70 years on the throne, the exhibition will give you unfettered access to the Queen at a time when her life changed. The Queen’s Coronation, which took place at Westminster Abbey on 2 June 1953, was one of the most significant occasions of the 20th century. The event was a source of national celebration, seen to usher in a new age of progress and a spirit of optimism in post-war Britain. Three million people lined the processional route in London and many more took part in church services and street parties across the country. An estimated 27 million people – over half of the UK population – watched the Coronation service on television, while a further 11 million listened to the radio broadcast. All the Queen’s brooches If there’s one thing you’d’ve noticed about Queen Elizabeth, is that she loves a brooch. This exhibition will have a great number of them and display them for the first time is a group of four brooches belonging to Her Majesty, each representing a nation of the United Kingdom, with a sprig of shamrock for Northern Ireland, sprays of daffodils for Wales, thistles for Scotland and roses for England. The brooches are made of gold, set with white, pink and yellow diamonds and, for the shamrock, emeralds.  The Queen has worn these brooches on numerous occasions, often… Read More

NGV Melbourne hosting a jewellery and body adornment exhibition

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There’s a new a new display highlighting the NGV’s important and multidisciplinary collection and it’s all about your favourite thing: jewellery. The NGV will present an exquisite selection of works from antiquity to the present day, reflecting the wide variety of making traditions and practices across different material, cultural and geographical contexts. And why does it matter? Well, like few other disciplines around the world and from antiquity, it’s defined by a relationship with the body, jewellery and body adornment are among the world’s oldest known artforms. Drawn from multiple areas including Indigenous Art, Decorative Arts & Antiquities, Australian Art, Asian Art, Fashion and Textiles and Contemporary Design, the exhibition will range from the ceremonial and talismanic. Think from the decorative and conceptual. The display features work composed of dazzling, highly prized materials, such as precious gems, metals and iridescent seashells, as well as unexpected materials, such as hair, plastic and rubber, which challenge conventional thinking of what constitutes jewellery and its significance. Jewellery and Body Adornment from the NGV Collection will be on display from 27 August 2022 – 12 June 2023 at NGV International, St Kilda Road, Melbourne. Free entry. Further information is available via the NGV website: NGV.MELBOURNE

Casino card games you need to try

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Casino card games, they’re all the same, right? Actually, casinos and game developers are constantly looking for new ways in which they can change things and make them a bit more exciting for people. There are even new games (or new variations of games) being released all the time. Just take a quick look at some of the most popular casino games and you will see how many new and exciting games are being launched. There are very high numbers of new slot games being released, but there are also a lot of card games and new varieties of them. Casinos all have a lot of competition with one another, so there are constant innovations. Games are changing all the time, as are the ways people are playing them. For instance, there are some online games that can even be played and accessed online via wearables, and in the future, you can expect to see a lot more games available on VR headsets, too. All of this goes to provide a more immersive experience. Blackjack This is one of the best-known card games that you can play in virtually any casino in the world. This is an incredibly well known game, thought to be the most popular around the world. It’s a table game using cards, with a high RTP percentage (usually meaning there is a fair chance of players getting some sort of return on their money).  It is also a game that requires a bit of strategy when it comes to gambling, and… Read More

Morning snacks just got interesting with the all-new Krispy Kreme Duffin

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Yes, you read correctly! Krispy Kreme Australia is taking mid-morning snacks to a ‘hole’ new level with the release of the world-first Krispy Kreme Duffin. From today, Aussies will be able to get their hands on the new on-the-go doughnut-muffin snack from Krispy Kreme and 7-Eleven stores across the nation. Combining the best of both worlds, the Krispy Kreme Duffin has a muffin-like texture, with delicious fillings and a variety of toppings, they are sure to satisfy any mid-morning craving. The Duffin comes in three mouth-watering flavours: Apple & Cinnamon, Blueberry & White Choc Double Choc “We’re so excited to be launching this world-first for the brand in Australia. We always like to bring new and exciting products to our fans and hope they love this new product just as much as we loved creating it,” said Olivia Sutherland, Marketing Director at Krispy Kreme Australia. Apple & Cinnamon with spiced apple filling – RRP $4 The Krispy Kreme Apple & Cinnamon Duffin has a muffin-like texture, with a delicious spiced apple filling, dipped in cinnamon icing and topped with dried apple and honey toasted oats, they are sure to satisfy any mid-morning craving.   Blueberry & White Choc Made with real blueberries and a blueberry filling – RRP $4  The Krispy Kreme Blueberry & White Choc Duffin has a muffin-like texture, with a delicious blueberry filling, dipped in white choc truffle and topped with freeze-dried blueberries, they are sure to satisfy any mid-morning craving. Double Choc Choc chip pieces and a choc custard filling – RRP… Read More

The best ideas on how contingent workforce can improve business agility

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Business agility is extremely important in today’s day and age. This principle helps businesses stay afloat, as they successfully adapt to the market changes and fluctuations. One of the easiest ways to make sure that your business is agile is using a contingent workforce, especially for work that doesn’t require strict commitment. However, finding the best people might be tricky, especially if the talent pool and/or the industry itself are already too saturated. So for that reason, here are some tips and ideas that will improve your business agility through proper contingent workforce application and management.  It’s all about the job ad Employing remote workers means that seeing them face-to-face is quite unlikely. Therefore, you should make sure to post a job ad that will be clear, concise, and easy to understand. In return, that will ensure the best candidates. Also, if the business is hiring remotely, that means that the number of applications will be higher, and in that case, a well-written job ad will help you find the right people. If that’s not enough to sell the concept of agility and how to write it up, then check out this post. The selection process plays an enormous role  The selection process exists to ensure that only the best candidates get the job. This process is also demanding, which is why it’s essential to have an effective, yet easy selection process. An extensive and prolonged way that includes multiple rounds and interviews might seem practical, but in reality, it’s too time-consuming. Therefore, a simple task… Read More