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Face ID Time Attendance Machines
What is a Face ID Time Attendance Machine? A Face ID time attendance machine is a device used to record and track the working hours of employees based on facial recognition. Equipped with advanced facial recognition technology, these machines use algorithms and sensors to identify and verify the accuracy of a user's face.
By ZOEY THANH2 years ago in Viva
Review of The Mother of the Bride: Climax clichés and gorgeous settings mask a generic plot.
Review of The Mother of the Bride: Climax clichés and gorgeous settings mask a generic plot. Ever wanting to escape in the picturesque beauties of nature while aimlessly wandering in the darkness with no mobile phone or a torch, sounds like a morbid plan without thoughtful execution behind it. While it is a celebratory year as this year is marked as a renewal of the cherish of romantic comedies with movies like Anyone But You, Idea of You, Players and many more, Netflix's most recent romantic comedy released in the week of Mother’s day, The Mother of the Bride tries to sell the second chance romance in the exotic location of Phuket, Thailand, yet its formulaic plot and half baked characteristic execution makes it dull and cliched. Let's dive deeper into the nuances of the plot.
By Hridya Sharma2 years ago in Viva
pc(NO)s
Losing my period for an entire year felt like losing a part of myself. Each month, the absence reminded me that something was wrong, a silent alarm that my body wasn't functioning as it should. I tried to brush it off, to convince myself it was just a phase, but deep down, I knew something was off.
By Alice Saldini2 years ago in Viva
How NOT To Give Me a Performance Review. Top Story - June 2024.
Ten years ago, during a yearly review, I was coached regarding my professional appearance. Advised to ‘wear more makeup’, be fashionable, be on brand.
By Judey Kalchik 2 years ago in Viva
A Cruel World, For Weak People
In a small, grimy town where the sun rarely shone and the wind howled through the cracked windows, lived a group of people who were often overlooked and underestimated. The world seemed to have a special kind of cruelty reserved just for them.
By Herawati2 years ago in Viva
Stop! Hey! What's That Sound?
Working yesterday I brushed against something that is rarely in use on my desk: a calculator. (This is because I had too many tabs open on my laptop to use the system calculator, too many Excel sheets open to use a formula, and my phone was playing music...so I went old school)
By Judey Kalchik 2 years ago in Viva
The detrimental impact of aesthetic norms on emotional wellness
What are beauty standards and where do they stem from? Beauty standards are cultural beliefs that influence social power and dictate how individuals should look to be socially accepted. These standards encompass physical features like facial appearance, skin, and body shape, and can be either innate or alterable. Terms like "attractive," "pretty," and "good looking" are used to describe adherence to these standards. It can be challenging to determine which features can be changed and which cannot. Not conforming to societal beauty standards by refusing to alter one's appearance is often viewed as a moral failure. For instance, wearing makeup is not a natural or biological choice, but rather influenced by current trends.
By Hridya Sharma2 years ago in Viva
Imani Yvonne, THEE Don: How The Actual Black Mermaid Taught Us To Swim
It's about time that we showed our appreciation to someone who helped us all level up in ways that we could never even thank her enough. You definitely know her. Beyoncé does. Google does. If you don’t know her by now, here’s your chance to effectively change your life. Her name is Imani Yvonne and she is the best thing that happened to the internet in the last 5 years and I'm here to tell you why.
By Priscilla2 years ago in Viva
Why Penang's Natural Beauty Will Leave You in Awe
Although most tourists head to Penang to enjoy its heritage sites and street food hotspots, there's more to this Malaysian travel hub than its city highlights. Blessed with stunning beaches and natural enclaves, the area's natural splendour is the reason why local nature lovers have been visiting Penang since time immemorial. From its verdant national parks to sprawling butterfly farms, here are the highlights that have made Penang a dream destination for eco-friendly travel pursuits.
By Roshelle Fernando2 years ago in Viva
Surfing in the Sunset
At the western tip of Hainan Island is a surfer's paradise: the Golden Bay. Here, beautiful waves and white sands call surfing enthusiasts from all over the world. However, there is one special moment here that few people can enjoy: sunset surfing.
By Dyname752 years ago in Viva
I'm Proud of You
Dear Empress, In case no one has told you lately, I’m so fucking proud of you! Look at you, Empress. Putting yourself first for once. Putting in the time for self care, taking care of your body and your mind. Learning how to construct boundaries after so many years of people pleasing and actually enforcing them. Finally realizing your worth and expecting others to act accordingly. Refusing to settle for the bare minimum. That's a long road from where you have started.
By The Protagonist Priestess2 years ago in Viva
Never Leave Home Without Sunscreen. Top Story - May 2024.
Never leave home without sunscreen! So, every year, National Sunscreen Day is celebrated on May 27th. At the same time, you must use the right products before you head to the beach or are outside.
By Lynne Black2 years ago in Viva