Favoritism in a workplace. Favoritism is an act of giving unfair treatment to one person over another. It is more likely to happen in a workplace where one manager has multiple subordinates or in a family where there are many children. We must not deny that appearance, capability, and communication are the main sources which lead to favoritism. People tend to pay more attention to those who are good looking, smart and sweet-talk over those ordinary ones. Although favoritism is unavoidable, we shouldn't fight or struggle to get favored. Instead of overwhelming by jealousy, having confidence and strong faith are more vital to overcome all sorts of challenges in life. As the quote says "A lion doesn't concern himself with the opinions of a sheep", clearly reflects in our life that one does not need to concern how other people think about him or her. In fact, favoritism is momentary and the target can be replaced easily. Moral values such as benevolence, integrity, and diligence are more practical to get recognition from everyone.

Do you think the advantages of robots or computers outweigh the disadvantages. One of the impacts of advanced technology is that computers or robots can now perform many tasks that used to be done by the human. Although this development eliminates many jobs, computers or robots can benefit the economic growth and productivity. There are many advantages of machines. Firstly, machines can produce precise, fast, and reliable results. In term of the banking system, machine such as ATM for cash withdrawal and cheque deposit can handle tons of transactions and calculations in an effective way. It is convenient, easily accessible, and it can prevent long queue at the counter. Secondly, machines are cost-effective because machines can replace a huge number of workers. Although this is bad for the society because it creates more unemployment, this can benefit those start-up or large manufacturing companies. Lastly, machines can be used as data storage. Taking clinics and hospitals as examples. Decades ago, when computers were not yet matured, patient's records were always written on papers and these papers were kept in the racks. Imagine if there were one million of patients visited yearly, huge space was needed in order to store all the paper documentation. With the usage of computers, patient's records can be stored in the database or so called hard-disk drive or solid-state drive. In conclusion, although sometimes machines do need high-cost maintenance, it is cost-effective in the long term. Therefore, the advantages definitely overweigh the disadvantages.

Joke of the day Today I felt so bored. I saw an ant on my table and I rushed into the kitchen and took a few cubes of sugar. I placed the sugar in front of her. She had some and went to tell her friends and I quickly hide the sugar because I wanted them to think she is a liar.

Phrase "I will not fail you again" I always hear this phrase "I will not fail you again" in movies, sermons or quotes. I have a feeling that it has a very deep meaning or history. Can anyone explains what does it means , when should we use it and why? 

Baking, a way to relieve stress Baking is an entertainment and also a way to relieve stress. I love baking and I enjoy each and every step of the baking processes: separating egg yolk and white, zesting, sifting, whisking, folding, baking and eating. Baking is like growing a flower. A beautiful blooming flower requires sufficient water, sunlight, fertilizer and also extra attentive care during the growing period. Just like baking. A perfect baking outcome needs the exact amount of ingredient, orderly mixing sequences, consistency in whisking and folding of the batter and setting the right baking temperature. I believe everyone has their own way to handle stress. For me, baking is the best method. The feeling of great achievement and satisfaction from baking a fluffy, creamy, beautiful cakes and muffins are good enough to get rid of the stress.

News about a passenger forcibly removed from airplane went viral. This morning I read a very upset news. The news is about an on-board passenger being forcefully removed from the airplane due to overbooked flight. It was known that the flight was full and they need another 4 seats to accommodate the flight crews. At the boarding gate, the announcement has been made to warn the passengers that the flight was overbooked and asking for volunteers to give up their seats. As compensation, accommodation and food will be provided. However, there are no one willing to volunteer. As a result, after the passengers were boarded, 3 polices went to a man, which they claimed that he was chosen randomly by the computer to be removed from the plane. The polices were violently and forcefully drag this man out of his seat. The man was screaming and his mouth bleeds. He was drag all the way out harshly and brutally. It is kind of pain to see an innocent man being treated like that. He did not do anything wrong or committed unlawful action. I think the flight authority owe an apology to the man.