Simone Jonker
Simone Jonker worked in NTD Inspired for two years. She wrote light articles and inspiring stories.
The Legendary Leprechauns of Ireland
With St. Patrick’s Day celebrations coming up, people all over the world, Irish or not, are digging out their greens for the festive occasion. It is said that the mischievous leprechauns, integral to Ireland’s culture...
Amazing Porcupine Puppet Will Grace San Diego Zoo
At Griffith Park in Los Angeles, a gigantic porcupine puppet named "Percy" delighted children and members of the media with a surprise arrival. Percy batted her beady eyes and opened her mouth to show off...
How To Enhance Your Appearance for Online Meetings
To be frank... Video calls for all types of interactions aren't going away soon. Whether it's a catch-up chat with a friend, an interview, or an important meeting, many people who utilize video conferencing are...
Opal – The Queen of Gems
The name "opal" derives from the Latin word opalus, which means "precious gem," as well as from the Greek word opallios, which means "to see a color change.” This prized gemstone has inspired fantastic folktales,...
Birdwatching – Family Fun For All Seasons
According to a 2016 survey by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, about 20 percent of the U.S. population over the age of 16 partakes in birdwatching - that’s over 45 million people in one...
Spring Cleaning – Culture and Traditions
After a long cold winter, warmer weather and longer days bring forth buds and bulbs. Everyone looks forward to the arrival of spring, and its surge of new life. This eagerness often inspires ideas of...
Lost Civilizations – Were There Industrialized Prehistoric Cultures?
Could this planet have harbored lost civilizations similar to our own in the remote past? To truly understand Earth's history, we must first answer the centuries-old enigma of prehistoric cultures. This fascinating subject is addressed...
Style – How to Maintain Sophisticated and Timeless Fashion
“Many small things come together to create my concept of beauty,” says Shen Yun's Michelle Lian, one of the world’s top classical Chinese dancers. Timeless fashion is achieved with simple elegance in your choice of...
Valentine’s Day – The Origin and Development of a Lovers’ Holiday
People all over the world will celebrate Valentine's Day on Monday, February 14, 2022, for the third time amid the COVID-19 pandemic. It has been difficult for many folks to be near their loved ones;...
Is Bee Theft Contributing to the Decline in the Honeybee Population?
The honey bee population is on the decline, and maybe not just from mites, disease and environmental toxins. The grocery chain store Giant is missing 60,000 bees from its headquarters in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The bees...
Spirulina-Enriched Blue Beer
Craft beers have become increasingly popular in recent years and come in a range of flavors, colors, and styles. Consumers have more options than they have ever had before. The new kid on the block...
Australian Scientists Announce Discovery of Captain Cook’s Endeavour
A team of Australian scientists recently announced that they have discovered the last resting place of the British explorer Captain Cook’s Endeavour, a research ship that made multiple trips to Australia. However, the group has...