We know that you love them, both of these flavoursome drinks have many fans. Milkshakes and smoothies are a treat which is easily available and you can even make them at home. You can add any seasonal fruits to these refreshing drinks. But many don’t know that there are many things which makes them quite different from each other. Both of these drinks have different taste, texture and even the way they are prepared. They are a big hit in the fitness industry. People who go on a liquid diet, prefer them as an option and add them to their routine. Many get confused…
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Bread is one of the most common food items and is used in several preparations. From breakfast to evening snacks, bread is used in almost all the meals. It also makes for a popular tiffin or lunch item. Most of our bread comes from the stores in packets. These bread have a relatively short shelf life and go bad in about 4-5 days as per the information is given on the packet. Obviously before buying a packet of bread, we do check the best before date but in reality. But, the question of the hour is, how long can a…
Jeff Bezos’s mobile phone was hacked after receiving a message from the Saudi Arabian crown prince, the Guardian newspaper reported, citing unnamed sources. A digital forensic analysis suggested the theft of data from the Amazon.com Inc. chief’s phone in 2018 started with an infected video file sent via WhatsApp from the personal account of Mohammed bin Salman, the newspaper reported. The Guardian said it didn’t know what data was extracted from the phone, but the report comes about a year after the surprise announcement that Bezos and his wife, MacKenzie, would divorce after 25 years of marriage. The National Enquirer…
There are a bunch of new colours and tattoo techniques on offer—neons, brighter shades, memorial tats where you mix in a few a loved one’s ashes (don’t judge; everyone grieves differently). But how far is too far? Take a look: What are the safest colours? Neon skin inks are loaded chemicals and mercury. The reds are perhaps the worst because they also contain highly toxic iron oxide and cadmium. But, if you really want to get a permanent tattoo–stick with the basics. Black remains safest. Blue and green inks with copper phthalocyanine pigments are safe too. Some parlous mix their…
The World Health Organisation (WHO) called for an emergency meeting on Wednesday to determine whether the outbreak of a previously unknown strain of Coronavirus in China could be declared an “international public health emergency”, the Geneva-based organization announced early Tuesday. Novel coronavirus, which is contagious, has claimed four lives so far and has spread rapidly across and beyond the country this month. In cities of Beijing, Shanghai and other provinces of China, more than 220 people have been infected with the virus and five cases have been reported abroad, including a suspected case in Australia. One person in Japan and…
Britain’s Prince Harry has arrived in Canada to begin a new life with his wife Meghan and son Archie after sparking a crisis in the Windsor family by unexpectedly announcing earlier this month that they would be stepping down from royal duties. Harry was shown arriving on Vancouver Island by Sky News, just days after striking a deal with Queen Elizabeth and senior royals that will see him and his wife Meghan exit official roles to seek an independent future. Buckingham Palace and the queen said on Saturday that Harry and Meghan would no longer be working members of Britain’s…
The world’s richest 2,153 people controlled more money than the poorest 4.6 billion combined in 2019, while unpaid or underpaid work by women and girls adds three times more to the global economy each year than the technology industry, Oxfam said on Monday. The Nairobi-headquartered charity said in a report released ahead of the annual World Economic Forum of political and business leaders in Davos, Switzerland, that women around the world work 12.5 billion hours combined each day without pay or recognition. In its “Time to Care” report, Oxfam said it estimated that unpaid care work by women added at…
Giving in to that alcohol indulgence would also give you a hangover. You were aware of it, weren’t you? Well, stop regretting and try these foods and drinks. Be it a social gathering or an intimate dinner, alcohol is often considered to be an essential item to set the mood rolling. There is no harm in the intake of alcohol in moderation, but many times people tend to drink beyond their capacity, ending up with a miserable hangover. A person gets a hangover after her/his body reacts to excess alcohol consumption. One starts to get a headache, fatigue, nausea and…
President Muhammadu Buhari Saturday in London said that the partial closure of Nigeria’s borders is not meant to punish her neighbours, but to strengthen the country’s security and economy. At a meeting with a select group of the Nigerian Community in the United Kingdom, the President explained that the period of closure will be used for stock-taking on threats to the nation’s security and economy. He noted that Nigerian farmers have been celebrating the closure which has drastically reduced smuggling of agricultural produce as well as arms and ammunition. President Buhari attributed the country’s virtual food security position to the…
Google Maps is an app widely used by smartphone users to find routes, know about traffic condition, explore nearby eateries and others. Google Maps is one of the most sought-after exploration tools but there are a few things that you do on the app for which you do not require navigation. See inside places: Google Maps provides glimpses of popular places such as monuments, airports and streets. Select photos and opt for the 360-degree view icon or videos. Click on the icon and it will take you to a page that will show you places from the inside and take you…
Six West African countries have criticized the changes of the regional CFA Franc currency to Eco, saying it’s not in line with what was agreed for the adoption of a single regional currency. Last month, French President Emmanuel Macron and his Ivorian counterpart Alassane Ouattara announced that the West African Economic and Monetary Union (WAMU) would adopt major reforms including a name change and a degree of independence from France. WAMU is made up of eight former French colonies and former Portuguese colony Guinea Bissau. On Thursday, Nigeria, Guinea, Sierra Leone, Ghana, Liberia, and the Gambia criticized the move at the end of…
President Muhammadu Buhari will depart Abuja Friday for London to participate in the inaugural UK-Africa Investment Summit holding on Monday, January 20, 2020. The event which is hosted by the British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, is expected to bring together African leaders, international business chief executives and heads of international organizations according to the organizers, “to create new partnerships that will deliver more investments and jobs” to the benefit of people and businesses in African countries and the United Kingdom. Apart from highlighting new perspectives on UK-Africa Partnership for Prosperity, issues of Sustainable Finance and Infrastructure; Trade and Investment; Future…
We agree, ladies. A vaginal yeast infection can be super annoying. If it’s all itchy-itchy down there, bring to your rescue these home remedies. Lack of sleep, stress, weak immune system, diabetes, hormonal imbalances and greater indulgence in unhealthy eating habits are some of the prime reasons that lead to adverse effects on the health of the vagina. This then results in the higher chances of you developing a yeast infection. Vaginal yeast infection is usually very itchy accompanied by a white discharge, redness, pain, soreness, burning sensations, and inflammation. While it is best to consult a doctor and get yourself…
President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday signed into law the 2020 Finance Bill at the State House. This is a sequel to its passage by the National Assembly and subsequent forwarding by the legislature to the President for assent. Recall that President Buhari, while presenting the 2020 Appropriation Bill to the National Assembly, had also presented the Finance Bill and said: “This Finance Bill has five strategic objectives, in terms of achieving incremental, but necessary, changes to our fiscal laws. “These objectives are; Promoting fiscal equity by mitigating instances of regressive taxation; Reforming domestic tax laws to align with global best…
China operationalized the world’s largest radio telescope with a diameter of half-a-kilometer last week, state media reported, adding that the colossal device is expected to make major scientific discoveries in the coming years. The “Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical radio Telescope” (FAST) is a single-dish telescope and is located in southwest China’s Guiyang city, the capital of Guizhou province. The telescope has a receiving area of around 30 football fields. The telescope was put to work on Saturday after three years of trial operation, the official news agency, Xinhua reported. The telescope will gradually open to astronomers around the globe, providing them…
The British Queen has reportedly called a private meeting with Prince Charles, Prince William and Prince Harry to discuss the recent royal developments that have unfolded since Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, announced their decision last week to “step back as ‘senior’ members of the royal family” and work towards becoming “financially independent.” The Royal family will attend the meeting on Monday at the queen’s Sandringham estate, a Buckingham Palace source told CNN. Meghan is also expected to call into the meeting from Canada. The local media reported about the news of the family meeting,…
Do you believe in magic? When it comes to magic tricks, those having to do with food are often unbelievable. Here is a list of easy tricks that are so cool, they practically seem like real magic. Have a look and get ready to be mesmerized! Instantly freezes water Fill the bowl with ice cubes and rock salt. Place water bottle on top of this bowl. Add more ice and rock salt, then let sit for 5 minutes. Remove from ice gently, then knock the bottle on the table and it instantly turns to slushy ice. Ripe tomatoes Place bananas…
Cardi B’s announcement last week that she wants to seek Nigerian citizenship has set off a Twitter feud between her West African fans in friendly rivals Nigeria and Ghana. The Grammy-winning rapper visited both countries last month on her African tour. Her announcement in a tweet on Friday criticized the U.S. airstrike in Iraq that killed Iranian commander Qassem Soleimani and sent Middle East tensions soaring. “Its sad this man is putting Americans live in danger. Dumbest move Trump did till date … I’m filing for my Nigerian citizenship,” she tweeted. Many in West Africa saw her tweet as proof that she…
The death toll from a measles epidemic in Congo has surpassed 6,000, the World Health Organization said Tuesday as it warned that more funds are needed to save lives during the world’s worst outbreak of the infectious disease. Measles has killed nearly three times as many people in Congo than an Ebola outbreak in the country that has garnered far more international attention, particularly after health teams came under attack from armed militias operating in the area. “Lack of funding remains a huge impediment to successfully curbing the outbreak,” WHO said in announcing its appeal. While $27.6 million already has been mobilized…
My Dear Compatriots, NIGERIA’S DECADE Today marks a new decade. It is a time of hope, optimism and fresh possibilities. We look forward as a nation to the 2020s as the opportunity to build on the foundations we have laid together on security, diversification of our economy and taking on the curse of corruption. These are the pledges on which I have been twice elected President and remain the framework for a stable, sustainable and more prosperous future. Elections are the cornerstone of our democracy. I salute the commitment of the millions who voted in peace last February and of…
Over 3,000 cases of Ebola virus have been recorded in the Democratic Republic of Congo so far. The haemorrhagic fever epidemic has already killed more than 2,000 people since August 2018 in the country according to the health authorities. In the current epidemic there have been 3,373 cases infections out of which at least 2,231 deaths, according to the latest count of the Multi-sectoral Committee for the Response to the Epidemic (CMRE) as at Saturday (December 28). Authorities also indicate that “341 suspected cases are under investigation.” North Kivu and Ituri provinces in the east of the country are the…
A Chinese court on Monday sentenced the doctor who claimed to be behind the world’s first gene-edited babies to three years in prison for illegal medical practice, state media reported. He Jiankui, who shocked the scientific community last year by announcing the birth of twins whose genes had allegedly been altered to confer immunity to HIV, was also fined 3 million yuan ($430,000), Xinhua news agency said. He was sentenced by a court in Shenzhen for “illegally carrying out the human embryo gene-editing intended for reproduction”, Xinhua said. The news agency said a third gene-edited baby was born as a…
At least 61 people were killed and dozens were wounded in an explosion at a bustling checkpoint in Somalia’s capital Mogadishu on Saturday, an ambulance service official said, the latest in a string of deadly attacks. Rescuers carried dead bodies past the twisted wreckage of a vehicle and a minibus taxi smeared with blood. “So far, we’ve carried 61 dead people and 51 others injured. There are more casualties and the death toll is sure to rise,” Abdikadir Abdirahman Haji Aden, founder of Aamin ambulances, told Reuters. No-one immediately claimed responsibility for the blast. Al Qaeda-linked Islamist group al Shabaab…
Indulging in the gentleman’s drink is undoubtedly, the best thing for whiskey and scotch lovers! But how much do you know your drink? Have you ever thought, what is the difference between whiskey or scotch, despite their striking similarities in colour and texture? What is it that makes one of it more expensive than the other? Why does one have a bitter taste as compared to the other one which has a subtle sweet taste, is it the age or distillation process that makes a difference? Well, questions are many and the answer is right here! We have scooped out…
Are you an egg lover? Then, you’ll be happy to know that eggs are not only tasty but are very beneficial for your health, skin, hair and nails. Rich in nutrients like proteins, minerals and vitamins, eggs can make for an ideal breakfast delicacy. Apart from the nutrition factor, egg recipes are the easiest to cook. You can quickly boil an egg or make an omelette, whenever you are feeling hungry. Eggs will not only satiate your hunger pangs but at the same time it will also give you loads of energy. Boiling an egg is an easy task but…
Before 2019 ends, much to our surprise, we have another food item in the list of superfoods. While we all are aware of bizarre drinks like broccoli coffee and mushroom coffee, the latest addition to the list is cockroach milk, which is being claimed to be the latest health fad. Let us tell you what makes it a protein-packed drink. What makes it nutritious? A study has proven that cockroach milk contains protein crystals and amino acids. It has been mentioned by the researchers that the amount of energy it offers is much higher than that found in dairy cow…
Skywatchers from Saudi Arabia and Oman to India and Singapore were treated to a rare “ring of fire” solar eclipse Thursday. Annular eclipses occur when the Moon is not close enough to the Earth to completely obscure the Sun, leaving a thin ring of the solar disc visible. While these types of eclipses occur every year or two, they are only visible from a narrow band of Earth each time and it can be decades before the same pattern is repeated. Depending on weather conditions, this year’s astronomical phenomenon was set to be visible from the Middle East across southern…
As Africa tunes into the burgeoning movement of business for good, young people across the continent are finding innovative solutions to problems from illiteracy to pollution. There are no figures for how many social enterprises have been started across the continent, but the sector is growing with the emergence of tech hubs and accelerators even in the world’s least-developed countries, such as Chad. Here are six African social enterprises that had people talking in 2019: 1. mPharma Ghana-based social enterprise mPharma manages prescription inventory for pharmacies to make medicines more affordable for Africans. Started five years ago, the business expanded…
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump lit the National Christmas Tree at the Ellipse in President’s Park in front of the White House. ”At Christmas we remember this eternal truth: Every person is a beloved child of God. As one grateful nation we praise the joy of family, the blessings of freedom and the miracle of Christmas. On behalf of Melania and our entire family, Merry Christmas and God bless you all,” the president said. During his first National Christmas Tree lighting back in 2017 alongside his wife Melania, President Trump reminded the nation that Jesus is the real reason…
Microblogging site Twitter is banning animated PNG image files from its platform after trolls hijacked the Epilepsy Foundation’s handle and hashtags to send potentially seizure-inducing images to epileptic and photo-sensitive individuals. The company recently discovered a bug that allowed users to bypass its autoplay settings, and allow several animated images in a single tweet using the PNG file format. “We want everyone to have a safe experience on Twitter,” the company said in a tweet on Monday. “PNGs were fun, but they don’t respect autoplay settings, so we’re removing the ability to add them to tweets. This is for the…
