If you are a party animal, the Full Moon Party should never be missed. What is about this party that draws many people? The pull is attributed to the moon and the beach. Tourists come to Koh Phanga in Thailand to join other 10000 to 30000 party-goers. The next party is scheduled on February 15, 2014.

Here are the things that you should expect during the party:

• Description: The Full Moon Party is held every month. The party will begin at dusk and it will end at dawn. The yellow moon seems to give energy to people as it appears over the white beach. At dusk, tables will be lined up with lit lamps. The sight is simply overwhelming and breath-taking.
• All-Night Beach Party: All throughout the night, expect dancing. DJ’s will play for everyone from techno, bass, drum and many more. Apart from the dancing, you should expect overflowing alcohol, jugglers, fire shows and firework displays. The atmosphere will be perfect.
• Safety: Do not worry about the safety of the party. Though drugs are prevalent, there are laws and police enforcements that are strictly implemented. The presence of uniformed and undercover police will surely appease you.
• Planning: Expect that hotels are fully booked during this time. It is advisable that you book beforehand. From the hotels, there will be a local transport that will bring the party-goers to the party area. The entrance fee costs 100 baht/person. If you are thinking about the transportation, it costs about 300 to 600 baht.

What are you waiting for? Better book your travel to Koh Phanga and bring your friends with you. If you cannot make it on February 15, you have another chance on March or April.

Many Singaporeans are not familiar about the great benefits of antioxidants. Everyone should know the benefits of antioxidants because it can make their lives better, brighter and longer. When you hear of antioxidants, it is found in fresh vegetables and fruits. It can also be found in whole grains. You will know if a food is rich in antioxidant when you see a bright coloured fruit or vegetable.

Singaporeans should know that Vitamins A, C & E have antioxidant properties. Foods that contain rich amounts of antioxidants include greet tea, carrots, spinach, grapes, cherries, berries, oranges, pears, apples and many more. The damage brought about by oxidation and free radicals to the body is irreversible. Thankfully experts studied that antioxidants can do the trick.

If you are curious about the benefits of antioxidants, you should continue reading.

• Cleaning free radicals: The body is full of unhealthy things. If you ingest things that are not healthy, you will surely suffer at the end of the day. Antioxidants will help the body renew cells. It can even clean or cleanse the body by getting rid of free radicals.
• Preserving the skin: Antioxidants differ depending on the fruit or vegetable. For the skin, there is a particular antioxidant that can help people in the preservation of their skin.
• Minimizing wrinkles: It is believed that antioxidants are one cheap and effective way to minimize wrinkles. Wrinkles are a sign of old age, right? Thankfully with the help of antioxidants, the face will not manifest the age. You can give it a try if you like.
• Prevention of degenerative diseases: Though there is no evidence about antioxidant’s healing powers, it was found out that it form part in the prevention of degenerative diseases like Alzheimer, Cancer, Macular degeneration, Cataracts, Cardiovascular diseases and many more.

Antioxidants indeed benefit the body. Singaporeans should always keep that in mind. Antioxidants can make a difference at the end of the day. To ensure that you have plenty of antioxidants in your body, you have to think about changing your diet. You can ask the doctor if you want. You can even check online articles and journals about antioxidants if you like.

More importantly, you have to think that your lifestyle directly affects the production of antioxidant or free radicals. Remember that smoking and drinking can increase the production of free radical in the body. It is crucial that you live a healthy life. Apart from that, external forces (like pollution, exposure to toxic chemicals, infection and many more) also contribute to the production of higher free radicals.

On January 21, 2014, the SPH (Singapore Press Holdings) and SRC (Singapore Red Cross) partnered to do the bi-annual blood donation drive. At the end of the activity, there were 120 blood bags collected. The bloodletting activity took place at SPH Auditorium. SPH staffs spearheaded the activity and from 12noon-5pm, the public were invited to join the bloodletting. There were about 170 donors.

It is good to donate blood and help other people. That one bag can save a life. This is a pleasant feeling. If you want to donate blood, you should be prepared. Here are some tips that you can consider:

Before the Donation

If you want to join a bloodletting activity, you have to prepare your body. Extracting one bag of blood will surely weaken you. You can begin by maintaining healthy levels of iron in your body. It is recommended that you eat iron fortified foods (like spinach, beans, cereals, meat and fish) and get a good sleep.

During the Donation

You have to wear something comfortable. When you are at the venue, do not forget to present your donor card or other identification cards. There is no use if you are nervous. You just stay calm and relax. After the extraction, you can help yourself with the refreshments provided.

After the Donation

You need to take care of your body after the extraction. Drinking lots of water for the next 24 hours can greatly improve your condition. Remember that you do not need to indulge in strenuous activities right after the donation. Avoid lifting or exercise for that day. If you get dizzy, you need to stop whatever you are doing and sit down.

The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) will conduct more inspections to check the fire safety compliance of commercial buildings. This is the agency’s efforts to prevent fire in commercial buildings especially that the holidays are drawing in. SCDF continually repeats that the management should obey fire prevention guidelines for the safety of their patrons.

Here in Singapore, there is Fire Safety Act. The Fire Safety Act includes a section that tackles about Fire Prevention in Buildings. As a business entity, it is important that you know fire prevention so your patrons will feel safe. Here’s an idea:

Fire Certificate

The owner should get hold of a fire certificate from the commissioner. Before filling the application, the owner should comply all safety precautions. If the commissioner is satisfied, he/she has the right to issue the certificate.

Emergency Response Plan

The owner needs to prepare and execute emergency response plan. Furthermore, the owner has the responsibility distribute this plan to the occupants. Apart from that, the owners need to organize and perform regular fire and evacuation drills.

Managers and Other Emergency Response Teams

The minister will specify the premise that needs fire safety managers as well as emergency response teams. The owner should also ensure that guidelines and safety practices are observed in the building.

Fires can be prevented if the management is compliant and vigilant. Failure to comply with fire safety guidelines and prevention will be fined (up to S$200,000) and jailed (up to 24 months). The public should also take part. If you spot any fires, you need to call the SCDF right away to prevent it from damaging too much.

Loansharking is illegal but there is no doubt that it is common here in Singapore. In fact, on November 26 and 27, 2013, police arrested 16 people who were members of an illegal money lending syndicate that is accountable for more than three hundred harassments. Another man was also arrested on December 7, 2013.

Under the law, if someone is found guilty of operating or assisting loansharking, he/she can pay S$30000 to S$300000 plus a compulsory jail term of four years and six hits of cane. Alternatively, the police is advising the public to keep away from loansharking activities. The public needs to eschew this illegal activity. Here’s what you can do:

1.       Be vigilant

You need to be vigilant. If there are suspicious people around your neighbourhood, you can act by reporting to the police immediately. You also need to call the attention of the police if you know of harassment activities. If you want to reach the police and you need immediate assistance, you can dial 999.

2.       Join COP and NWGs

Before the police can rescue the neighbourhood, COP (Citizens on Patrol) and NWGs (Neighbourhood Watch Groups) will serve as the first line of defence. If you are serious about stopping loansharking activities, you have to join COP and NWGs. You need to contact Police Centre nearby and ask how you can take part.

3.       Spread awareness

There are people who needs to be aware of this situation. If you do not want to join COP or NWGs, you can help by spreading the awareness to all people in the neighbourhood. This is not a problem because educational posters are present everywhere. There are also advisories distributed around. You can help by spreading the information.

4.       Educate your children

There is an increasing trend of youths joining loansharking activities. In 2010, it was noted that 78 youths were arrested for assisting loansharking activities. Youths are used in this trade because if they are caught, they will only experience probation. With this, it is important that parents educate their children. Parents need to be watchful of their children’s activities.

We all have our difficult moments especially when it comes to our finances but loansharking should never be an option. If you are encountering a financial difficulty, you should exhaust all methods but never loansharking. You will know if it is loansharking when you are offered with an easy loan application with a very large interest. Ask for the license and other government accreditations.