Keep your refrigerator full (but not TOO full).Frequently opening the refrigerator can cause heat to enter the unit. The more heat trapped inside, the higher the operating cost will be. But the effect is doubled once you leave your refrigerator empty because the more space in the unit means more cold air will escape once the door is opened.Bonus Tip: if you’re buying a new refrigerator, choose a unit with high Energy Efficiency Factor or EEF.This is usually printed in yellow label...

Social Media Day is observed annually on June 30th. In its short life, social media has redefined how people interact, communicate, and share with family, friends, and the world. Social Media Day has been taking place since the 30th of June in 2010. It was created by Mashable as a way of recognizing the impact that social media has had on communications around the world, as well as bringing people together to celebrate. Social media is used by most people on a daily...

Rain jacket and RaincoatGone are the days when the only type of raincoats we knew of were those plastic ponchos you can buy in stores. Raincoats also come in the form of foldable rain jackets and belted trench coats that can be both useful and fashionable. Buy one that has a large hood to protect your head, and a relatively bigger size so you can still wear clothes underneath for added warmth.Leather, rubber or vinyl footwearWhile it can be really tempting to wear slippers in this...

The Philippines islands have a hot and humid tropical climate, tempered by the breath of constant sea breezes. As in all areas near the equator, since the Philippines is the one With the onset of the rainy season, intermittent or occasional rain from the southwest monsoon or hanging habagat. THREE DISTINCT SEASONSIn the archipelago there are three distinct seasons: the rainy season that runs from mid-May to November, and two dry seasons, the cool and dry season which...