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10 key issues to consider before taking supplements

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There has been so much hype about supplements and their potential benefits that it can be hard to separate facts from fiction. Used properly, some may...

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How emotionally immature parents affect their children

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Childhood should be whimsical, nurturing and validating. But for some children, this just isn’t the case. Some children have parents who may provide...

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When you are your own obstacle

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P****e are often told that their behaviours are an aggregate of those of the p****e they hang out with. This means that any bad behaviours can easily ...

S*****g insecurity dragon in relationships

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One of the major causes of f****s and unrest in relationships is insecurity. It’s always manifested by a strong and an unusual sense of jealousy and...

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10 things that happen when your brain doesn’t sleep

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Pressures of life, work demands, taking care of a newborn or even anxiety are enough to give one a sleepless night, or have otherwise unhealthy z’s ...

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Premonition: Death, is that you?

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History has it that US President Abraham Lincoln reportedly dreamt of his own death. Lincoln’s friend and law partner, Ward Hill Lamon, later descri...

Help! My boyfriend wants me to have an a******n, or else he leaves me

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Hi Achokis. I am pregnant and confused. My boyfriend says that he is not ready for the baby and being a dad. I am left at a loss. He has asked me to a...

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10 signs you need to go for therapy

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The need to talk about your emotions is seen as something to poke fun at, weak or shameful. That stigma is often why p****e don’t seek help in the f...

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The curse of sanpaku eyes?

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From TikTok theories to YouTube videos, the sanpaku eye superstition seems to be all over the internet, especially after the death of TikToker Brian C...

M-Pesa has secured its position as the most beloved brand by women in Kenya, closely followed by Safaricom, in the latest edition of The Top 100 Most Loved Brands by Women in Kenya. PHOTO/Print
What women want: M-Pesa tops list

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M-Pesa has secured its position as the most beloved brand by women in Kenya, closely followed by Safaricom, in the latest edition of The Top 100 Most ...

Backhand compliments
How to recognise backhanded compliments

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When someone gives you a compliment, it makes you feel good. A backhanded compliment, however, can have the opposite effect. “A backhanded complimen...

Relationship
Signs you are the red flag in relationship

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Red flags are unhealthy behaviour patterns that obstruct the growth of relationships. From a more comprehensive angle, red flags suggest compatibility...

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10 quick facts about antidepressants

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Antidepression d***s are used to treat d********n, anxiety and some addictions. They work by levelling out the levels of serotonin (a c******l that ca...

Relationship
What you should know about a ‘no string attached’ relationship

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From situationships and friends with benefits, there are many types of relationships out there, and many ways to refer to someone you’re casually da...

Women's Day
6 thoughtful ways you can celebrate women in your life this Women’s Day

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International Women’s Day is a global event observed annually on March 8 to honour women’s achievements and advocate for their rights and ...

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Benefits that make cold water therapy worth it

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The idea of willingly immersing oneself in freezing cold water doesn’t sound particularly enticing. So, why is taking this plunge becoming a trend? ...

Chaguo Mkononi
Initiative launched to promote self-injectable contraception for unwanted pregnancies

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An initiative has been launched to promote self-injectable contraception among women to prevent unwanted pregnancies. The initiative dubbed Chaguo Mko...

Why your hair gets frizzy and what you can do about it
Why your hair gets frizzy and what you can do about it

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We are used to complaining about dry, oily, brittle hair, but frizzy hair causes no less trouble. Why does my hair get frizzy and what to do? Let̵...

10 reasons you are always hungry

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In a physiological sense, hunger is a cue that your body needs more food. But if your stomach has a constant rumble, even after a meal, it could be as...

Harambee Starlets and Simba Queens midfielder Corazone Aquino. PHOTO/Corazone Aquino/Facebook
Valentine’s Day celeb watch: Corazone Aquino, Kenya’s football fashion queen

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Harambee Starlets and Simba Queens midfielder Corazone Aquino has made her name not only on the pitch but also by setting fashion trends in the dressi...