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Getting to Know David Appel: AWS Vice President of National Security

Getting to Know David Appel: AWS Vice President of National Security

David Appel currently serves as the Vice President of National Security at Amazon Web Services. He is a renowned industry veteran with nearly three decades of experience in the defense sector for the federal government and commercial customers. Here’s an overview of David Appel, AWS Vice President of National Security.

David Appel has assumed his current position as the Vice President of National Security at Amazon Web Servic

New Zealand Cities With The Highest Cost Of Living

Let's be honest: New Zealand isn’t an affordable country by any measure. On average, a family of four spends at least $6,000 per month, with some spending up to $8,000 monthly! Depending on your location, this can double and even triple, especially in big cities like Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch.

There are different reasons why New Zealand has become expensive. One of the major reasons is its isolation from the rest of the world. Being an island, all goods are imported from outside th

Countries with the Fastest Fixed Broadband in 2020

The Four Asian Tigers — South Korea, Taiwan, Singapore, and Hong Kong — consistently rank as the countries with the fastest fixed broadband speeds. However, many countries around the world are improving their broadband services not only to beat out others, but also to provide their citizens with better internet.

With the internet becoming a more essential part of everyday life due to the pandemic, here are the top 10 countries with the fastest (and slowest) fixed broadband speeds based on Speed

How To Get FREE Spotify Premium And Other Exciting Perks On Your Mobile Plan

Looking for a mobile plan with plenty of perks? Lucky you, the biggest mobile providers in NZ pack their deals with plenty of useful features, including ones for your music streaming needs! The biggest and the most trusted phone plan companies in New Zealand offer Spotify Premium for hours of uninterrupted listening.

Here’s how you can score Spotify Premium, and other exciting perks in your mobile plan.

Spotify is a digital music streaming platform with thousands of tracks, podcasts, and playl

SpaceX’s Starlink In NZ: Is It Living Up To The Hype?

Starlink’s low orbit satellite broadband is now available across all regions in South Island. This visionary project of Elon Musk will give more Kiwis better internet, especially those living in rural and remote communities.

Since it started its first wave of connection, farms, district offices, rural areas, and households have signed up early, hoping to get first access to the satellite broadband service.

We check in to see how Starlink is performing and if South Islanders are happy with thei

10 Best Routers To Boost Your NZ Broadband Plan

Find the best router to make the most of your current broadband plan. Upgrade to a more modern router that can deliver a huge amount of bandwidth without dropping in quality. If you have one that’s more than 3 years old, getting a new one may actually benefit you in the long run.

Luckily, there are plenty of routers from the most trusted brands in New Zealand. Each one of them specialises in important aspects of your connections, including speed, security features, price, and more. It’s importa

Black Friday And Cyber Monday: The Best Deals To Look Out For

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are just around the corner. Are you ready to shop? Plenty of deals await you from fashion and beauty, to tech and houseware! It’s the perfect time to score big discounts and markdowns from retailers like Apple, Nintendo, Dell, Amazon, and more.

Shop guilt-free this Black Friday and Cyber Monday, happening on November 26th and 29th respectively. Watch out for the biggest annual sale in New Zealand and make sure to grab them fast — stocks run out fast!

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Passport Ranking 2021: Where Does NZ Stand?

Even during the pandemic, NZ passport holders can travel to almost any major destinations around the world, either visa-free or under visa on arrival.

For most of their travels, Kiwis don’t have to go through rigorous visa processes and formalities, which can take a lot of time and money.

This year, it shows that another country took NZ off the top spot. How does the NZ passport rank against different countries and territories in 2021? It’s not as straightforward, especially as sovereign borde

The Basic Principles of Interior Design

If you're having a hard time thinking about how to create a cohesive look for your space, just go back to the fundamentals of interior designs. You don't need to have in-depth knowledge of design to understand this, your passion and eye for detail are just enough! Pair that with practice and experimentation and in no time, you'll be creating a beautiful space for yourself (or maybe even for friends and family)!

Listed below are the Basic Principles of Interior Design to assist you in your desig

Common Home Designing Mistakes | Alfie & Gem

Hiring a professional to do the overall layout of your home is all great and nice, but they can be very expensive! Even a one-time consulting fee can set you back a thousand grand or even greater if you hire someone with years of trusted experience.

That’s why for many people, DIY home projects are a great alternative! With just a few clicks on the web, they can already learn a thing or two about woodworking, designing, and many more. But as you’re not a professional, you’re bound to make mista

How To Do Spring Cleaning For Starters | Alfie & Gem

After a winter season (especially with the year we’ve all had) it seems like Spring could not come soon enough. The smell of fresh flowers, the warmer breeze and an increase in sunshine hours gets us feeling like we’re ready to tackle the year ahead.


However, before opening your windows and enjoying more time under the sun, there’s a daunting task you may want to embark on — spring cleaning! Getting all those nooks and crannies deep cleaned, and ridding the home of any signs of dust is easie

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Pag-IBIG Vs. Deferred Cash Payment: Which Is The Better Home Financing Option For You?

For most Filipino families, having their own home is a dream to fulfill. As the Philippines transitions from a low-income to a middle-income country, more and more Pinoys can unlock their dream home.

The great news is that there are plenty of home financing options in the country. The most common of these is Pag-IBIG financing and deferred cash payment. While their purpose is similar, they work differently.

Hence, which one is a better home financing for you? Find out here.

4 Lessons On How BellaVita Adapted to the New Normal

As the future is still uncertain with positive cases for COVID-19 rising every day, a lot of businesses have employed a lot of innovative ways to keep their operations running. While some have found success, some haven’t and since closed operations due to the pandemic.

Here are 4 lessons that you can take on how BellaVita adapted to the new normal.

Keeping the health of the employees as the top priority

More than ever, it’s important to keep your trusted employees in their best condition as t

JMC Toward Greener Standard With Euro-4

Every vehicle that runs right now contributes to the toxic emission that worsens climate change.

This is why JMC Philippines makes your ride cleaner with Euro-4 emissions. It has been the standard of the company since 2016 as per the initiative of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources toward cleaner Philippines.

As a consumer, it’s important to know what’s in store for you with a Euro-4 standard and your key takeaway with this.

What is the Euro-4 standard

From the name itself,

Keeping The Trucking Industry Operational Amid COVID-19 Crisis

The trucking industry has suffered a massive blow from the pandemic. The businesses that would normally involve trucking have halted operations, as per the protocols of governing agencies.

Similarly, the businesses that still have operations experience a shortage of materials since truck movement is restricted. In return, consumers experience a shortage of supplies as well since distribution is also limited.

The future of the Philippines is still unclear unless a vaccine is developed sooner. A

3 Destinations in Manila that Look Like Outdoor Museums

A museum, according to books, is a place where a collection of objects with scientific and historical value are stored. By that definition, Manila has a lot of those that look just like outdoor museums. These architectural wonders are of historical significance and can be found in various districts of Manila!

Are you ready to discover them? Check out our list!

As the world’s oldest Chinatown, Binondo is a hotpot of culture, tradition, and cuisine. Located just along the banks of Pasig River, t

5 Day Tour Destinations in Rizal that You Should Visit with Your Squad

Looking for a day tour with your squad after the quarantine? Try Rizal!

You’ll be surprised that a two-hour ride to this province can already give you one of the best barkada adventures! Want a short but memorable trip? Here are 7 Rizal destinations to visit next with your friends on a day tour!

The place probably rings the bell as you see it everywhere on the Gram—for a good reason! Located in Baras, Masungi Georeserve is a conservation facility along the Sierra Madre Mountains. From the loca

Take a Dip into the Unknown Hotpot Culture – Wei Wei Cold Store

Centered on a table is a huge bowl of heated broth with simple ingredients like vegetables and meat. This seemingly basic set-up, where you can throw in any recipe here and there, brings smiles to faces of the people gathered for a meal. Every sip of that warm broth adds flavor to life and to conversations.

Some call this communal dining fondue, while others call it steamboat or shabu-shabu; but what is it really? It is hotpot, and it is more than just a meal—it is a culture.

One may ask what

Get Luckier This New Year With Wei Wei Cold Store – Wei Wei Cold Store

What does the Chinese culture say about round and circular things? Luck!

Indeed, lucky you that you can unlock your fortune to its full blow with the round balls and buns from Wei Wei Cold Store! These cannot only bring you one of your luckiest years to date, but also a delicious meal that you can enjoy with your family and friends.

Have an even luckier year! Know which freshly frozen Wei Wei ball or bun can bring you the most luck according to your Chinese zodiac sign.

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