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Simone Jonker

Simone Jonker worked in NTD Inspired for two years. She wrote light articles and inspiring stories.
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Ancient African Secret to Purifying Gold with Glass
With the earliest evidence of currency in pre-colonial West Africa taking the form of gold coins dating back to the ninth to tenth centuries AD, a method for purifying gold was essential. The ancient settlement...
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The Common Starling: A Smart and Useful Songbird
In North America, the starling (Sturnus vulgaris), has become a common sight. Native to Europe, Asia and Africa, northern Australia and the tropical Pacific Islands, starlings are medium-sized birds with glossy black feathers that have...
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Unlocking the Mysteries of the Human Heart
When we consider the mysteries of the human heart, it can be said that a person is equipped with not just one heart. We have both a physical heart, and an emotional heart; and then...
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Imaginary World Mapping
When reading a book for the first time, finding a beautiful map among the pages is an exciting bonus that adds another dimension to the narrative. A map shows that everything is in order -...
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Understanding Albert Einstein
Albert Einstein is the most famous and respected scientist in history. A friend and biographer, Abraham Pais, considered him "the divine man of the 20th century." New York Times physics reporter Dennis Overbye described him...
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The True Story Behind Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
It takes a talented storyteller to weave together a fairytale that captivates, mystifies, and uplifts. To assist youngsters in better dealing with life's challenges and paradoxes, stories create lasting impressions that they may intuitively recall...
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Commonly Used Devices that Originated from Ancient China – Who Knew?
China is home to the oldest culture in the world, with a history dating back 5,000 years, to a time when all things in Heaven and on Earth, including the growth and collapse of human...
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Raising Kids to Cook – A Guide for All Ages
Cooking with children is an absolute blast! So, get your youngsters involved in the kitchen and cook up something delicious. Simple meals need few ingredients, are easy to make, and can be prepared and served...
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Overcome Hardships by Making the Most of Difficult Situations
Facing adversity, one may find it hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Just the thought of suffering can cause anxiety and fear. Most people are familiar with this scenario, but...
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Halloween: A Tradition of Tricks and Treats
With the 31st falling on a Sunday, and a much-anticipated three-day "Halloweekend" approaching, many industry experts are expecting a bustling Halloween in the U.S. this year. According to the National Retail Federation, Halloween shoppers will...
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The Wrist Watch: A Timeless Timepiece
Other than humans, all animals exist in the now, with no feeling of past, present, or future. Our awareness of time is, therefore, one of the essential traits that distinguish humans from lesser creatures. The...
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Gated Argentinian Community Overrun by Native Capybaras
Several wealthy Argentines, including business moguls and soccer stars, choose the Nordelta villas as luxury retreats to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. However, it seems that residents are being put...