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Articles by Rebecca Lolo
From Siapo to Paper, a journey through time
The invention of paper by the Chinese almost 2,000 years ago is considered one of the most pivotal discoveries in human history. Paper is at the heart of all modern civilisations – it is about communication, writing, art, science, music, political movements, history and architecture, to name but a few of the disciplines that come to life through this profoundly versatile transmitter of knowledge. It has been the primary medium allowing information and literacy to spread rapidly across the planet.
What’s causing your back pain?
Talofa Samoa and welcome back to your weekly Physiotherapy column. Today's column is from Precision Physio in Australia. Enjoy! Are you struggling with lower back pain? You’re not alone. According to medical research, about 80 per cent of adults will experience lower back pain at some point in their lives. But what is causing your lower back pain, and how can you treat it? Here’s what you need to know: 1.
Addressing Type 2 diabetes
We have repeatedly, in previous columns, drawn the reader’s attention to the role played by animal products and processed foods in the development of Type 2 diabetes and its many complications. Both the animal fat and the animal protein intakes intensify insulin resistance, which leads to Type 2 diabetes (previously referred to as adult-onset diabetes).
Perceptions of corruption in seven small Pacific Island states
Over the past few years the Pacific has been a hive of anti-corruption activity. Pacific Island nations have introduced new anti-corruption organisations and legislation; signed international treaties; seen protests, as well as social and traditional media exposés; and have participated in numerous regional meetings about how to best tackle corruption. Regional ownership over the issue has grown.
Taxes, Church, Govt. and Ned Netterville
Thank you Mr. Ned Netterville. This discussion is going around in circles and I believe there is not much more of value to be added to what’s been said already. So this will be my last comment unless something new comes up that calls for a response. It’s also a last comment made for a very particular reason.
Le Tofā Taofiofi: The Wisdom of Restraint
Tui Atua Tupua Tamasese Ta’isi Tupuola Tufuga Efi Chairman of the ‘E Leai se Gaumata’u na o le Gaualofa Trust’ Keynote Address for the Launch of the Mana Moana Pasifika Leadership Programme, Leadership New Zealand, Fale Pasifika, University of Auckland, 8 December 2017 Ladies and gentlemen, good evening.
Family violence in Samoa
Home / Columns / By Papalii Tiumalu Caroline Paul-Ah Chong • 12 October 2017, 12:00AM Remarks at the Family Violence Inqruiry Family violence (also known as domestic abuse, battering, or domestic violence) is a pattern of behavior which involves violence or other abuse by one person against another in a domestic setting, such as in marriage or cohabitation. It may also involve violence against children or the elderly.
In memory of the victims of 2009 tsunami
When September comes, I bow my head with sorrow. And I take a deep breath remembering the tsunami. It was when I learned to accept the need to let go. I will remember the wave covering us like a black strangling sky. It was a vacuum of living things, people included, and we were at the mercy of the sea and the hill behind us. If we were screaming, only the fish from a distance could hear us. The longest sound of sorrow lives in there.
Just keep pedaling
I have a son out on a mission for our church. He has been serving for almost a year and a half. He is in Missouri, and has spent time in a variety of places. He has seen a good mix of urban and rural areas. Sometimes in the more rural areas and in the smaller towns, he is and his missionary companion are allocated a car to drive because of the distances involved covering the areas they are assigned to. In more urban areas they ride bikes to get from place to place.
Measure twice, cut once
Right up front I am going to apologize to ESPN fans – I’m sorry but not really – you’ll see. A few times recently I have been busy doing things and found myself listening from another room to sports other family members were watching on ESPN. A couple of impressions stuck with me.
Cultural sensitivities
A friend recently posted a question on social media asking if others thought discrimination against foreigners or Palagi was a problem in Samoa. I have thought about that a lot since. I thought of how being a Palagi in Samoa can be hard. But I think it is more a matter of being a minority that is hard. I thought about the history of the world and how so many minorities were and still are oppressed, discriminated against, and worse.
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