Ruchi Gupta, Author at News, Views and Reviews

Sep42017 by Ruchi GuptaNo Comments

The importance of sports in schools

Sports

Sports are too often undervalued in our educational establishments, where it is seen as not being as rigorous or valuable as academic subjects. However,sports are an incredibly important part of any individual's early life, and as such, deserves an important place on any school curriculum. A child who is not given the opportunity to play sports at school may never pursue any kind of physical exercise in adult life: for many, school is where the enjoyment and benefits of sports is first revealed to them. The element of enjoyment is important: sports should be fun. Anyone who plays a sport knows that it can be immensely rewarding, but our first experience of sports at school often conditions our attitude towards it in later life. If our experience is traumatic, or just plain boring, then ...

Aug302017 by Ruchi GuptaNo Comments

All you need to know about the gadget ban on flights

Technology

Preparing for a flight has always been a key part of any holiday or business trip abroad but more so in recent years with strict restrictions on items that can be carried in hand luggage. Passengers have become used to disposing of drinks before arriving in the airport terminal (or surreptitiously tipping them into pot plants should they forget) and splitting essential liquids, such as shampoo, into tiny bottles just to bypass the beady eyes of airport security. Now, however, a whole new raft of restrictions affecting some flights to the UK have been introduced – and to avoid embarrassment (and potentially having your electronics confiscated), it’s well-worth familiarizing yourself with the rules before departing for the airport. So what is the ’gadget ban’? Introduced in March 2017, ...

Aug292017 by Ruchi GuptaNo Comments

Essential items for your pets

General

Owning a pet is a hugely rewarding experience. They can be great fun, as well as fantastic companions. This is why it is so important that you give your pets the best care possible to keep them happy and healthy. With this in mind, here are a few essential items that you will need for your pets. Cat climbing tree Cats are curious creatures. Never make the mistake of thinking that they don’t need mental stimulation like a dog, because they certainly do. If you want to make sure that your cats stay healthy and happy, then one absolutely essential item is a cat climbing tree. If you take a look at sites such as TreasureBox, you will see that there are plenty of different designs available. These types of trees are great for keeping your cat active and entertained. As well as this, they...

Aug252017 by Ruchi GuptaNo Comments

How to plan a memorial service for a loved one

General

A memorial service is an event that follows the funeral of someone who has passed. It can take place anywhere from days to years after the death. There are many factors to be mindful of when planning a memorial service for your loved one. When and where? When a memorial service is held can carry a lot of significance. Many decide to have a memorial service anywhere up to a few weeks after a death. Memorial services are also intended to maintain the memory of who was lost, so some may opt to have a service up to a year after death or even annually. Memorial services can be held almost anywhere, but you should strive to honor your loved one’s wishes. Is there any location that he or she may have frequented or held closely to his or her heart? Is the location adherent to your loved ...

Aug232017 by Ruchi GuptaNo Comments

How sports clubs are helping causes worldwide

Sports

Sports have a universal appeal, and they also encourage us to be the best that we can be. Popular sports such as football, baseball, basketball, and soccer not only attract huge audiences worldwide but also help to promote values of teamwork, striving for excellence, physical fitness, and community spirit. In addition, these sports can generate huge amounts of money, and major sports clubs attract and spend millions of dollars every season. It follows, therefore, that sports have the financial backing, the global reach, and the ethical base to provide much-needed support to a wide range of charities, and most clubs expend a significant amount of time and resources in doing so. Streets of London Every soccer club in the English Premier League has at least one charity partner and/or t...

Aug212017 by Ruchi GuptaNo Comments

Popular career paths in the tech sector

Career

The demand for candidates to fill jobs in the tech sector has never been greater, and all forecasts show that this trend will only continue as the systems that people rely on every day are further developed and new ones are introduced. You may not think that you have the skill set required for a future in the tech sector, but with a little bit of retraining – or even an adaptation of the experience and skills that you already possess – a well-paying job could easily be within your reach. More people are changing direction with their employment and finding a new home in the tech sector. This may not even be a permanent move, but the skills that will be learned from pursuing a career in technology can seamlessly translate to other more non-technological jobs. Some of the most popula...