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Is love really a moral sentence to be endured?

Relationships are often described with a familiar warning: they take work. Yet many people quietly ask themselves a harder question: should love really feel this difficult?

By Purity Mwende 20h ago

Is love really a moral sentence to be endured?

Why overworking actually limits your success

By Bishop David Muriithi 20h ago

Redefining presence in the age of digital parenting

Parenting has always been about consistency and emotional availability, but today, there’s an added pressure to appear involved. The danger is when performance replaces participation

By Jayne Rose Gacheri 20h ago

The ultimate guide to dressing for the rainy season

With the right pieces and a thoughtful eye for layering, it is entirely possible to remain both comfortable and impeccably dressed while the clouds gather

By Agnes Mwandawiro Mar. 11, 2026

The ultimate guide to dressing for the rainy season

Hooked on screens? Experts warn of growing threat to brain health

Excessive screen use triggers dopamine, fostering addictive, compulsive online behaviour. Mindful limits, outdoor activity and learning offline can restore brain health

By Mercy Kahenda Mar. 11, 2026

Hooked on screens? Experts warn of growing threat to brain health

Question everything: Not every health trend or promise is good for you

Being health-conscious can only be a good thing. But it should never be taken to extremes. There is a great deal of medical marketing and hype, some of which is questionable

By Dr Alfred Murage Mar. 11, 2026

Question everything: Not every health trend or promise is good for you

How to deal with pain no one sees

Identifying emotional pain requires a high level of self-awareness, as it manifests differently for each person

By Esther Muchene Mar. 11, 2026

Style without the splurge: Your simple guide to looking chic on a budget

Naturally, you want to fit in and appear trendy and it is easy to spend most of your money on things that enhance your appearance, dressing up and looking the part

By Agnes Mwandawiro Mar. 10, 2026

Style without the splurge: Your simple guide to looking chic on a budget

Why does every "good guy" I date eventually feel like a red flag?

I’ve had some serious boyfriends, but each time I gradually grew suspicious of them all. I don’t think it’s because I’m choosing bad guys, so why do I have so much trouble with men?

By Chris Hart Mar. 10, 2026

Why does every "good guy" I date eventually feel like a red flag?

The under-bust corset is back and it's more versatile than ever

Once associated with rigid Victorian silhouettes, the under-bust corset has transformed into a versatile wardrobe staple embraced by fashion lovers who crave structure, drama and effortless style

By Tania Omusale Mar. 10, 2026

The under-bust corset is back and it's more versatile than ever

Struggling with tough times? Take action today

While counselling helps many, it isn’t always the first choice. If that’s you, developing personal coping strategies can aid healing and support mental wellness

By Esther Muchene Mar. 10, 2026

Struggling with tough times? Take action today

International Women's Day: Colours that tell the story of women's rights

These colours remind the world that the struggle for women’s rights has a rich history and that the movement for justice, dignity, hope and solidarity continues

By Tania Omusale Mar. 7, 2026

International Women's Day: Colours that tell the story of women's rights

Is it normal to feel this lonely while married?

I’ve been married for several years now, and gradually things have gone flat. All those nice little things we used to do together no longer happen. Is there something wrong with me? Or him?

By Chris Hart Mar. 7, 2026