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Papua New Guinea, like the rest of the world, is being hard hit by skyrocketing inflation – impacting greatly upon citizens with no end in sight. Prime Minister James Marape has said that higher prices of fuel and goods are expected to remain reflecting the impact of the Russia – Ukraine war.  The National Government earlier introduced a K611 million assistance package which includes the 10%  GST cuts to specific goods, fuel prices subsidy, the inclusion of “lifting of the income tax threshold and fully funding school project fee costs in education for this year. Prime Minister Marape told NBC news – a lot of people did not benefit earlier from the subsidy due to agencies being slow in implementing it.  Marape says the subsidy should be fully implemented now with further assistance through a supplementary budget. He says Treasury and other relevant government agencies are re-looking at the model, to see what ways the assistance can be further provided. The revised pack...

We get only one life to live and explore, so why not do it on your terms? Solo adventure trips are a great way to let loose, explore places by yourself, and learn to love your own company. We are so attuned to people around us, that we often forget to connect with our inner self. If you are planning the best activity holiday in the Alps there are plenty of amazing destinations to add to your bucket list. This article will explore the top activity holidays that you can consider trying while on a solo adventure across Europe. Hiking in the Swiss Alps If you are a brave heart and want to peak your adrenaline rush, going for a hike in the Swiss Alps is an incomparable experience. The Swiss Alps are a hiker’s paradise, especially with the breathtaking natural beauty all around. The picturesque mountain views and the countless trails in close vicinity make this an ideal vacation for every solo adventurist. What’s great about hiking in the Swiss Alps is the convenience and accessibility. It ...

CONGRATS TO LUCKY WINNER – CYNTHIA Readers, please join me welcoming Eva Etzioni-Halevy , author of The Triumph of Deborah who will be guest blogging here today! Eva is a professor emeritus of political sociology at Bar- Ilan University in Israel. The search of her roots led her to the discovery of the rich world of the Bible, and to the intention of bringing it to life for contemporary readers through the writing of Biblical novels. How the Fascinating Women of the Bible Can Empower us Today A while ago, I participated in a symposium on women of the Bible at which a lady in the audience asked: Why should we be interested in biblical women? They were concerned mainly with marriage and bearing sons, while we, today, have so many more ambitions for our lives. But this is very challenging question, is based on a misconception. While the women of the Bible lived thousands of years ago, in essence we are still similar to them in our hopes and anxieties. Hence listening to their voice...