Top 10 Of 2010

The year is coming to an end and 2011 will be here in a few hours. Kurama Magazine will take this time to reflect on 2010 with a countdown of the most popular articles of the year so you can enjoy them once again!

Last year, fashion topics dominated the list but for 2010, our readers seemed to be concerned about relationships, especially friendships.

1. Is it Really Love?
   Sometimes we mistake love for infatuation or lust and roll full steam ahead into a relationship only to become disillusioned or hurt. To help you avoid this horrible fate, we give suggestions so you could know which category your feelings fall under.
   
   

2. Dreadlocks Do’s and Don’ts
   Contrary to popular belief, you MUST spend time maintaining your dreadlocks properly. A lot of people have this misconceived notion that once you do not have chemically processed hair, maintaining your hair otherwise is a breeze. NOT TRUE!
   
   

3. Flipside of the Buzz – The Dangers of Energy Drinks
   Energy drinks such as Red Bull or Monster Energy are very popular among students during exam time. But with concerns being raised about the effects of energy drinks on body and mind, we have decided to examine the benefits and dangers of these drinks.
   

4. Summer Make-Up – Staying Fabulous In The Heat
   Living in the Caribbean heat makes wearing make-up on a daily basis a challenge for many women. Melting powder, sliding eyeliner, super sticky lipstick and running mascara aren’t cute. Here are some tips to keep you looking fabulous, yet suitable for our tropical climate.
   

5. Interview With Evan Rogers (Who Discovered Rihanna & Shontelle)
   Carl Surken and Evan Rogers of Syndicated Rhythm Productions are the visionaries behind the “Bajan invasion” that started when they discovered Rihanna and has continued with artistes Shontelle, Hal Linton and Vita Chambers. We were privileged to have a one-on-one interview with Rogers.
   

6. Should I Let Go? When Friends Drift Apart
   Many are caught in a situation where old friends become distant and don’t know whether to salvage the relationship or let it go. Kurama Magazine will now seek to present some suggestions to make this decision clearer in your minds.
   

7. Tell-tale Signs A Guy Is Falling For You – Insight Into Your Man’s Heart
   Are you currently in a relationship and the man you're with isn't very forthcoming with what he's feeling? If that sounds like your present situation, you're certainly not alone. This is one of those predicaments many women face.
   

8. Natural Remedies For Back Pain
   There are a number of remedies available for back pain such as medication, rest and sometimes even surgery. Here are some natural remedies that won’t be as invasive as surgery or have the side effects of medication.
   

9. Cutting Negative People From Your Life
   There are many negative people whose sole purpose in our lives (whether purposely or inadvertently) is to drain us of any emotional strength or courage that we have. If we listen to their discouragement we would remain stuck wondering what would happen if we just stepped out courageously and pursued our dreams and aspirations. We must cut such people out of our lives.
   

10. Dealing With Envy In Friendships
    Gossip Girl, 90210, and other similar teen shows depict how complicated friendships can be. In fact, the popular term for these “friendships” is “frenemies”. The complication in these relationships and many of ours is driven by envy. With one friend resenting the other for her/his possessions, achievements and characteristics, the friendship will prove to be unhealthy for both persons in the relationship.