2021 – Page 7 – Super Smart

What is a Shamrock?

February 4, 2021March 24, 2021 John

The question of what is a shamrock can be debated endlessly. It has been used by people of Irish decent for hundreds of years. In fact, you can see many old photos in old books of people wearing them. The real history of shamrocks is somewhat hazy at best, even though there are some facts to be found in how they were worn and what they represented. There are some legends however that tell about their origin and meaning. They form the basis for several ST Patricks Day Gifts. You…

Is painting my floor a good idea?

February 3, 2021February 16, 2021 Nige

If you take a trip to your local home improvement exhibition, you won’t find any stands concerned with painting your floor. Image Credit There’s no aisle devoted to it at the DIY store either. Tiles, carpets, laminate flooring and real wood lays are all an option – by why is a painted floor taboo? Old world charm Simply put, it’s a flooring solution you can carry out yourself, and one that you don’t need any professional qualifications to do. It’s also a flooring style that has been popular in the…

The life and talent of Angela Lansbury

February 2, 2021 Nige

One of the longest serving actresses is that of Angela Lansbury. She is an incredible 95 years old yet she still manages to keep her hand in the acting game with the voiceover and even the odd appearance work. She is currently the oldest living Holiday Nominee (she has one for Lifetime Achievement) dating back to the Golden age of Hollywood. She has starred in family favorites for Disney like Bedknobs and Broomsticks and Beauty and the Beast (where she was obliged to sing as well as act!). There is…

What to Do If Your Employer Breaches Your Contract

February 1, 2021 Nige

If you are an employee and you find that your employer has breached your employment agreement, you are entitled to recover compensation for breach of contract. The Employment Laws cover all employees regardless of their gender, status or age and covers workers in every industry. The law also covers contractual and work-related breaches of agreement. If you are an employee, you can ask your legal representative to help you file a claim. The next step is to find out the process of filing a claim. For advice on how to…

How do we know a drug will work?

January 28, 2021 Nige

The development of new and improved medicine has been very much in the news recently. It has put the whole focus as to how we decide on the use of a new medicine before it is rolled out to the general populace. One ultimate way it is known to be safe is when it is put through Paid Clinical Trials like those from https://www.trials4us.co.uk/. Here we have willing people, either fit or suffering with a condition that the proposed drug can cure or relieve, take them to see if they…

Beat the January Blues in 2021

January 26, 2021 Nige

The January blues are something that many of us feel at this time of the year. With the joy of Christmas behind us, it feels a bit like coming back to reality with a crash – and this January we also have the covid restrictions to contend with so for many of us the ways that we would normally cope are very limited. Despite this, there is a light at the end of the tunnel and the promise of a return to normal life by the summer – but…

Should I consider fitted wardrobes?

January 25, 2021 Nige

Homes in the UK are not the biggest in the world and quite often come in quirky shapes, especially older properties. This means finding the right wardrobe for a room can often be a tricky affair. So, if you are considering fitted wardrobes, you might be wondering the following things: Will there be more space with this kind of wardrobe? The simple answer is yes. A fitted wardrobe can be built right up to the ceiling and even accommodate an alcove or awkward chimney breast. They can be custom built…

Winter Walks in the UK

January 25, 2021January 25, 2021 Nige

Although it is winter, it is still important if not even more important to ensure that you spend time outdoors as often as possible. Not only does reconnecting with nature help with feelings of anxiety, walking outdoors can help your body physically and help with things such as sleep problems and lethargy. So, get your Aran sweaters out from Shamrock gift and have a look at some of the amazing places in your area where you can enjoy a walk – here are a few ideas to get you started……

New Year New Home – Home Decorating Ideas to Give your Home a Boost

January 7, 2021 Nige

As it is the new year and once again, we are all stuck at home, what better time to give your home a makeover for the new year. If your home is looking a little worse for wear and lived in, there are many things that you may like to do to it to improve its appearance and make it a more pleasant place to spend time. Image credit If your home needs bringing up to date, this needn’t be a big job. If it is looking like it was…

Corporate Espionage – What is it and what can you do to prevent it?

January 7, 2021 Nige

This type of espionage is committed by an individual or group to gain a financial or commercial advantage over another business. It can also be known as corporate spying or industrial espionage. Image credit There can be different forms. Firstly, there is the theft of intellectual property belonging to a company. This might include techniques, operational details, customer information, research and development projects, client data or any other strategies. Secondly, the theft of secrets of the trade, blackmail or malware attacks on technology. There are many ways that espionage can…