Ramadhan – Fast, not Feast
A new crescent in the dominating crimson sky above the horizon heralds the beginning of a new month in the Islamic calendar. Yesterday it marked the beginning of one …
The True Spirit of Divali
As the Hindu community celebrates Divali on Sunday 12 November 2023 it’s a solemn moment to reflect on the universal power of virtue in restoring the very essence of …
Time Flies; Memories Survive.
For some reason my blog was on pause for the last year. I wish through this post to give it life again. I am triggered by a souvenir photo …
Eid Festival 2022: May 2, 3 or 4?
The month of Ramadhan is coming to an end in a couple of days. It will then be a moment of joy and celebrations for Muslims with the festival …
International Epilepsy Day: Share a Little Love
Remembering Those Often Sidelined for Their Atypical Health Condition International Epilepsy Day is celebrated since 2015 on the second Monday of February every year at the joint initiative of …
Kick Off 2022: Optimism and Caution
My First Post and My First 16 km The end of the year festivities are behind us now. Today we had an extra holiday. An ultimate rest for some, …
My Son’s Journey to PHP
Starting from scratch to being the founder of the PHP Mauritius Users Group: it takes a lot of determination, conviction and commitment. Wasseem Khayrattee had the least knowledge he …
I’m Back
Oh! Yes, I admit. It’s indeed been a long time. But I had some issues with my hosting service. Fortunately I can rely on my dedicated webmaster Wasseem Khayrattee. …
Covid-19 – Wearing Protective Masks Amid Comfort and Protection
There seems to be legitimate concerns about the prolonged wearing of masks in the wake of covid-19. Some people complain of a number of conditions including breathing difficulties, discomfort, …
Covid-19: The Invisible Impacts
The whole world is on its knees. Borders have been closed. International movement is at a halt. Countries have been locked down. The cause: a microscopic deadly virus challenging …