NEPAL: WOMEN-LED ADVENTURE TOURING AND TREKKING GUIDES

If you fail to see God in the present life, then after death you must take on another body; if you see God, then you will break free from the cycle of birth and death. God can be seen, like the reflection in a mirror, in a pure heart. ..................................... Katha Upanishad 6.1-5

Meet DR. KK SEET: Author, Academic, Theatre Director, Media Personality, who helped establish NUS's Theatre Department


22 December 2010, by Margaret Chen

A Single Tear is Dr. Seet's first whimsical book for the ageless child in all of us, capturing in gorgeous colorful water-color illustrations with English text, a bedtime story his mother told to him as a child. The story conveys key Vedic/Buddhist-inspired ideas about karma and reincarnation.

Believing that souls survive the death of a body, would alter the whole way we experience life itself.

Ultra-Marathon Man DEREK KWIK on the Importance of Pushing the Limits of Human Endurance

and, 2009 UNICEF WORLD OF CHILDREN FOUNDERS AWARD WINNER

Jessica Markowitz & Richards Rwanda - IMPUHWE , A Non Profit Helping to Educate & Empower Girls in Rwanda... by Chris Lau

posted by !Baha, 16 October 2010

This kid is every mother's dream son. He:

  A Passion for Yoga ... by Cornelius Grey

In just over eight years, Gwendolyn Wenli, the proprietor of Wabi-Sabi Studio has steadily grown from using space in a hotel to running two successful centres of her own. As well as teaching yoga and having classes for those who want to teach, she also offers bodywork massage, Ayurvedic treatments and facials and runs classes for Ayurvedic (Indian herbal medicine) therapists and body workers.

  Singapore's Graffiti Godfather: making a career from Street Art.... by Cornelius Grey

Earlier this year, Oliver Fricker, a Swiss man who spray-painted graffiti on a Singapore train, was sentenced to three strokes of the cane and seven months jail. "It is conduct which is entirely unacceptable in Singapore, regardless of the artistic merit (or lack thereof) of the graffiti," the judge said in a written statement.

  Is this Job for me? On Being a DOLPHIN TRAINER!

Some people dream of working with marine life as a career choice but what exactly does it entail? Ocean Park, aside from being one of the world’s best family entertainment amusement parks also cares and looks after the welfare of a diverse range of marine life including dolphins!

  MyBnk (UK) – Educating Youths on Money Management & Financial Skills for a Better Future!

Lily Lapenna is the founder and CEO of MyBnk, the London (UK) based youth charity which educates and guides teens about financial matters. For a youth to be fully aware of the financial implications of their actions is very empowering and has positive repercussions for both their life and career. Established in 2006, MyBnk are now one of the most successful youth charities in the UK and their work is now gaining greater attention globally.

  AN ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION! CITY COLLEGE AND O SCHOOL SINGAPORE!

Kenny Low is a dreamer and social innovator. Kenny also happens to be the principal of the ground breaking education organizations: City College and O School. Here, students on the fringes of society are given another chance to find themselves, gain confidence and reach their potential! Yes, Kenny and his fellow teachers are not afraid to stand on school desks a la Mr. Keating to inspire students to be the best they can be! For all his efforts, he won the Schwab Foundation’s Social Entrepreneur of the Year 2007.

  IS THIS JOB FOR ME? On Being a CHEF!

“Choose a job you love and you'll never have to work a day in your life.” - Confucius

Got a sweet tooth? So does iCUBED.us! Everyone loves food but what are the challenges a person has to overcome to establish their own restaurant or coffee / cake shop?

  FLORA&FAUNA CANADA – SUSTAINABLE FASHION! MERGING BEAUTY AND THE ENVIRONMENT!

Fashion and nature share one common thing: Beauty in its purest form.

It is only natural that the world of fashion is now increasingly incorporating greater sustainable practices into the production of it’s products.

  IS THIS JOB FOR ME? On Being a TRAVEL WRITER!

Ever dream of globe-trotting, visiting exotic locations and experiencing different cultures and getting paid to write about it? Well, maybe you should become a TRAVEL WRITER! In this exclusive interview, iCUBED.us catches up with Chung Wah Chow, a one time environmentalist but now world explorer and co-writer of recent editions of Lonely Planet Hong Kong, Macau and China.

  “Spreading the Joy” – How to tell a Good Joke!

Can you be funny at any age? Yes!

Teenage comic sensation Connor Savage is earning rave reviews and keeping Hong Kong audiences enthralled, at least twice or three times his age he amuses with his stand up routine jokes! This goes to show a good and well thought out punch line can be enjoyed by across generations! Here, Connor discusses homework, Robin Williams and which jokes are strictly off-limits!

Asians are famous for taking themselves way too seriously!

  IS THIS JOB FOR ME: On Being a DJ - Disc Jockey

How hard is it to become a top DJ?

How much does the equipment cost? Will you really annoy the neighbors when you practice?

British Chinese DJ Weng Yu aka Mister U is one of London’s up and coming spinners making a name for himself in the constantly evolving UK club scene. A true pioneer, Weng is one of the first British Chinese DJ’s to have airplay on mainstream UK radio. In this exclusive interview, Mister U gives iCUBED.us, the low down on DJ Jazzy Jeff, DJ’ing tips and his love of music.

  CAMBOWALK 2009: 14th November, "Walk for Education to combat poverty"

    INTERVIEW WITH HUMANITY IN FOCUS: FOCUSING ON THE REAL ISSUES – PART 1

Here, the young members of the HK based NGO, “Humanity in Focus” continue to share their memories of their time in Cambodia, and what they learned in the process. Hopefully, this can inspire YOU to make a difference in the world!

  CAMBOWALK 2009: 14th November, "Walk for Education to combat poverty"

Dynamic, dedicated and caring; all terms used to describe the youthful members of “Humanity in Focus”. HIF is a Hong Kong based non-governmental organization striving to make a real difference in the world around them. Today’s youths are the dreamers of tomorrow so via this informative interview, we learn about the work HIF does to give back and empower those less fortunate in society. Here, they share their opinions and thoughts on their work and how their lives have changed due to their recent experiences.

  THE JANE GOODALL INSTITUTE, Hong Kong: “Educating HK Youths about Green Issues”

Hong Kong is a world away from some of the natural habitats of monkeys and chimpanzees but there are underlying environmental issues which are the same across continents. The Jane Goodall Institute HK seeks to educate and empower local youths on Green issues not just in Hong Kong but globally. In this exclusive interview, HK program manager, Corinne Kassay discusses saving the world, thinking locally and chimpanzee culture.

  REEL LIFE: “How Far Do Leaves Fall?”

The documentary “How Far Do Leaves Fall?” examines the lives of young second generation British Chinese in the United Kingdom. On the surface, the piece discusses immigration but delves deeper into the importance of culture and identity. Though featuring the British Chinese community, its themes of a sense of belonging and discovering your roots are universal to all.

One day, Asian American director Socheata Poeuv learnt the truth about her family background. What began as a quest to learn more about her own history turned into a journey of discovery, forgiveness and hope, the end result being her critically acclaimed documentary film ‘New Year Baby’ which has been screened around the world to fascinated audiences and has garner several critics awards. Ms. Poeuv took time out to out to discuss her film, Cambodia and the film’s influence.

A Shining Light in a World of Darkness!

Years ago, Andreas Heinecke was assigned to escort a colleague who had become blind from an accident. His experience and insight from this encounter, forever changed his view of people with disabilities. Andreas devised the ‘Dialogue in the Dark’ concept which is all about challenging people’s preconceptions of those who are blind and disabled. In this exclusive interview, Andreas discusses how the idea for "Dialogue in the Dark" was born, and how this work is the precise vocation that suits his quest that started for him at the young age of thirteen.

  The SOCIAL VALUE of living with our "CHILDREN OF A LESSER GOD"

  LIFE LESSONS: EATING DISORDERS

For some, food and eating are a simple fact of life. For others, both irrationally dominate their lives, actions and thought processes. Eating disorders have become one of modern society’s most perplexing social issues. Eating disorders are class, gender and race blind; they usually being in the teenage years, and will become a lifetime battle for those who fall under its spell. Charlotte Allinson, Young People's Participation Manager at the London based charity Beat (http://www.b-eat.co.uk/YoungPeople/Home) took time out to discuss eating disorders amongst youths.

   The Power of Dreams: Rachel Z in The King and I

The King and I is one of the world’s most popular musicals and films. Colorful, vibrant, fun and with two interesting lead characters, it is hard not to like! Many acclaimed actresses have stepped up to play the lead role of Anna and the latest is 16 year old and Hong Kong’s own Rachel Z. After much hard work and persistence, Rachel Z recently captivated audiences with her portrayal of Anna. In our exclusive interview, she tells us how she reached her goals and much more!