When you were young, your parents used to tell fairytales about princesses, prince charmings, villains and happily ever after.  Of course when it comes to characters, your sympathies go to the protagonists of the story – princesses and prince charmings and to happily ever after.

You remember the good times but you fail to remember who contributed to the strength of character of the princesses and prince charmings. You should give credit to villains if only at this time. Here are some villains in Disney’s films worth remembering:

1. Hades: Who would ever like Hades from ‘Hercules’? He feasts on the miseries of Hercules.
2. Ursula: You know Ursula from ‘The Little Mermaid’. She also tried so hard to make the life of Ariel a misery.
3. Captain Hook: You know Captain Hook, the Crocodile and Peter Pan. His abominable character made Pan strong.  
4. Gaston: Many people only remember the Beauty and the Beast but not Gaston.
5. The Evil Queen: The most famous story is that of Snow White and the Seven Dwarves. The Evil Queen sought to kill Snow White because all she ever wanted is to be the “fairest of them all”.
6. Maleficent: Now you know the story of Maleficent and how she came to be. She is from ‘Sleeping Beauty’.

Villains are characters in stories that do bad things. They should not be followed but you can learn something from them – that evil doings will never go unnoticed. Your kids need to understand this so they will not do evil things.

Singaporeans love fairytales and when it is time to tell your children about it, you have to include villains as well but leave them with morale at the end of the day.

The way how Voice-over Internet Protocol (VoIP) works is a mystery to many of us here in Singapore. Because of this, it’s understandable why many still stick to conventional phone calls as their mode of communication.

When you choose to use voice-over IP, you’ll benefit from the practicality of bypassing the telephone company and its per-call charges, saving you more money and the worry every time you make long distance calls. Also, VoIP Singapore works in various ways, giving you options on how to use the system more conveniently. What are these various ways for voice-over IP connection we’re talking about? Read on and find out.

1. Phone to Phone
This VoIP mode is very handy, but it doesn’t come cheap and it’s not as simple to set up as the other two. To make communicating possible, there are two ways to choose from when opting to use the phone-to-phone voice-over IP method.

• Using IP Phones
IP phones look closely the same with standard phones. The only difference is that IP phones work through a router or gateway, instead of connecting to a normal Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN), to get the communication running. Therefore, IP phones do not connect to RJ-11 socket, rather it uses RJ-45 plug, the one we use for wired Local Area Network (LAN) connections.

You may also use wireless connection, such as WiFi, to connect to a network with a Singapore hosted voip provider to get a connection. If you prefer this, you can either use RJ-45 or USB for network connection.

• Using ATA
Analog Telephone Adapter (ATA) is a device that lets you connect a PSTN phone to a computer or directly to the Internet. This method delivers the voice calls by converting voice from standard phone into digital data that’s ready to be sent over the Internet.

If you sign-up for a voice-over IP service, expect to have an ATA bundled with your service package, which you can also return if you decide to terminate the subscription. All you have to do is to plug the ATA to the phone line and/or computer, follow installation instructions, and you’re VoIP is ready for use.

2. Computer to Computer
This mode is the easiest and the most commonly used among the three. You only need a computer, a good Internet connection, and the necessary hardware to listen and speak (e.g. headset, speakers and microphone). You may use video and audio communication application, like Skype, to communicate with people. However, this will only work if the other line(s) are using the same application and is connected at the same time as yours.

Communication through this mode can happen through a LAN as well. To be able to do this, the network should be IP-enabled (i.e. the IP should run and control the packet data transfer on the network). When communicating through a LAN or an Internet, you need an adequate bandwidth. 50kbps would be enough to be able to speak with the other line(s), but it is not of great quality. For good quality calls, have at least 100kbps.

3. Computer to Phone and Vice Versa
Knowing that VoIP connection can be done in computer-to-computer method and phone-to-phone method, you’ve probably figured out that voice-over IP can also be done through computer-to-phone method. Yes, it is possible to call someone through his phone using a computer and vice versa. You can also have a conference with several users, using a mix of PCs, laptops, and phones, to communicate over the same network. However, expect that the software and hardware are heavier for this method.

VoIP Singapore is a revolutionary technology that has the capability to rework the world’s conventional communication system. It has shown vast improvement in the current phone system in terms of cost, flexibility, and efficiency. Although experts said that voice-over IP isn’t completely perfect yet and has a few more challenges to overcome, its developers guarantees to never stop refining this technology until it becomes the perfect replacement for costly traditional phone calls.

Halloween is only a few days away. During this season, people get in really hard into the celebration. Houses are decorated to look creepy and people don their favorite Halloween costumes. Another Halloween staple are the myriad number of horror flicks that avid moviegoers can enjoy.

In honor of this celebration, we give you the best horror movies of the year 2015. Enjoy these movies as you go about your Halloween celebration.

1. Crimson Peak

Crimson Peak was a great horror picture that veered away from the usual story flow of movies in this genre. It is the blend of drama, subtle romance and a haunted house plot. The story is about a woman, who after marrying a mysterious gentleman, starts to experience paranormal occurrences after living in his house.

2. Goodnight Mommy

This Austrian movie is a psychological horror that centers on identical male twins living in the countryside whose mother comes home after having plastic surgery. The mother’s face is completely covered in bandages and has an erratic change in behavior. This leads the twins to believe an impostor is living in their house.

3. It Follows

This internationally acclaimed movie shares the story of a college student who ends up being infected after having sex with her boyfriend. This infection will lead her to be followed by a supernatural entity that takes on different forms.

4. The Visit

The story starts with two siblings who are sent to temporarily live with their grandparents in Pennsylvania. The siblings are frightened by the grandparents’ odd behavior.

5. Unfriended

A group of high school friends reconnect through Skype and suddenly start experiencing paranormal hauntings that make them kill themselves.

As the holidays draw nearer, we’re starting to plan out our activities for the season. What better way to celebrate the end of the year than by traveling with our friends and loved ones.

If traveling overseas is already in your holiday plans but are still unsure on the destination, stick around because we are going to provide you with the perfect travel destinations to explore abroad.

Turkey

Turkey is on this list because it is an all-around travel destination. It’s a fascinating mixture of cultural heritage, food, beach and nature. Istanbul, one of the popular cities in Turkey, is a rich cultural destination favored by travelers for its rich culture and jaw dropping sights.

The Turkish Riviera, another famous city landmark, is a popular summer destination, attracting thousands of tourists annually. Hot air ballooning in Cappadocia also seems to be gaining attention for people who enjoy hot air ballooning.

Peru

When we hear the name Peru, our thoughts immediately go to the majestic Machu Picchu, a world renowned archeological site and one of the original Seven Wonders of the World. However, this is not just what Peru is all about. The nation is also popular for its scrumptious food and picture-perfect historical ruins.

The famous Amazon is also located here. It is home to exotic flora and fauna, which makes it a popular destination for adventure seekers and jungle explorers.

Nepal

Nepal has been the go-to destination for mountain climbers because it is the location of the famous Mount Everest. Nonetheless, Nepal can still be enjoyed by other people. Kathmandu, the country’s capital, is soaked with culture and heritage.

If the breathtaking mountain peaks are not enough to convince you to visit this place, the abundant wildlife will make for a unique safari experience.

Fiji

Fiji is a visual revelation. Azure-waters, lush forests and towering mountains- you’ll immediately fall in love with Fiji once you set eyes on the place. The welcoming atmosphere of the locals will also endear the place to your heart.

It’s a great place for couples and families looking to spend precious time together. There’s a wide variety of water sports and activities for you to enjoy such as snorkeling, diving and jet skiing.

Namibia

Namibia, considered as Africa’s most distinct country, is made up of classic wildlife, mountain peaks, seascape and desert. The country is family-friendly, providing enjoyable activities like watching dolphins, petting seals and getting up close and personal with cheetahs at the Okonjima Reserve.

There are also unique cave formations, rock art and incredible waterholes in Namibia. If you just want to laze around, there are also luxurious suites with a great view of African wildlife.

When we plan parties for a living, we have to make sure that we are successful to entice more clients here in Singapore. The good news is that when we do something for a long time, we become good at it. This article will talk about some party planning knowledge that should be imparted to everyone.

Here are some things that we need to know about preparing food for the party:

• The food zone: If we are planning to throw a buffet party, the foods will be displayed on tables. The critical point here is not to leave the foods for more than four hours. If the foods should be chilled, we have to maintain a five degrees Celsius temperature so it will not be spoiled. If the foods should be hot, we have to maintain a sixty degrees Celsius temperature as well.

• Arrival offer: If the foods are not yet ready when our guests arrive, we have to offer something be it coffee or tea. The guests will accept it while we set the table.
• Cutlery and napkins: If we have that buffet party, we need more napkins and cutlery. Our guests will use new napkin every time they get some food while others leave their plates somewhere and pick up a new one once they get hungry again. Our greatest defense is having more than enough to accommodate the cravings of our guests.
• Not everybody will respond: When planning a party, we want to know the number of people so we can estimate the food. We send invitation cards but only few responded. We should not set a confirmed number if we want to accommodate late comers.

Now that we know these things, we can improve our services and our food. Here’s to more parties in the future!