EVERY GIST BLOG: December 2014

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Wednesday 31 December 2014

PICTURE OF MISSING AIR ASIA FOUND

Government security officials carry a family member of passengers onboard AirAsia flight QZ8501 after she collapsed at a waiting area in Juanda International Airport, Surabaya, December 30, 2014. REUTERS/Beawiharta

1 of 12. Government security officials carry a family member of passengers onboard AirAsia flight QZ8501 after she collapsed at a waiting area in Juanda International Airport, Surabaya, December 30, 2014.

Credit: Reuters/Beawiharta

Characteristics of Long-Lasting Friendships That Keep

1. Steadfast support. My friends support me when I am down, when I am lost, when I struggle, and also when I succeed. You can call the friends you keep for help and they expect nothing in return.

The governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State, Chief Nyesom Wike, yesterday made a bold statement that women would have a prominent role in his government if elected, as he presented Dr (Mrs) Ipalibo Banigo as his running mate for the 2015 election in the state.

Severe cold in northeastern India kills over 150

This file photo shows an Indian homeless family sleeping on a roadside on a chilly morning in New Delhi.

Tue Dec 30, 2014 9:8AM GMT

The death toll from freezing temperatures across northeastern India has increased to over 150 with fears of the number of fatalities rising as the cold sweeps across the country.

Severe weather and dense fog continued to cripple life in the state of Uttar Pradesh for the sixth consecutive day on Tuesday, delaying more than 100 trains and leading to the death of at least 24 more people since Monday.

The Federal Government has declared January 2nd 2015 as public holiday to mark Eid el Maloud celebration. In a statement released today by the Minister of Interior affairs, Abba Moro, the Federal Government asked Muslim faithfuls to offer prayers to God for the peace and Unity of Nigeria.

Tuesday 30 December 2014

World Toilet Day: what business can do to improve global sanitation

Everyone on the planet deserves access to effective sanitation. James Jackson, corporate partnerships manager at WaterAid, talks about World Toilet Day and the important role corporate partnerships can play

APC Presidential candidate says his certificates are with the military

The former Head of State was required to present his certificates to INEC, along with other aspirants, for the purpose of the 2015 elections but he failed to do so.

APC presidential aspirant and former Head of State, Muhammadu Buhari
(Daily Independent)

The Presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Muhammadu Buhari has told the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) that his academic qualifications are still in the military’s possession.

Cameroonian army kills 41 terrorists

The insurgents were said to have crossed the border between Nigeria and Cameroon and taken control of a military camp at Ashigashiya.

The Cameroonian army has killed 41 Boko Haram terrorists who entered into the country’s territory, the government has said.

The insurgents were said to have crossed the border between Nigeria and Cameroon and taken control of a military camp at Ashigashiya.

However, the terrorists were chased out by unprecedented air strikes carried out by Cameroonian troops.

According to a statement released by the country’s Minister of Information, Issa Tchiroma in in Yaounde on December 29:

The Best Way To Make Your Resolution Stick (2015)

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7 Important Things Engaged Couples Should Discuss Before Marriage

We all know the basic things that every engaged couple talks about before marriage, like finance, family planning, religion, hobbies, likes and dislikes, etc. It is always better to know each other’s point of view on these basic topics before you decide to tie the knot.
However, in today’s time, there are a few lesser-explored topics that we feel, a to-be wed couple should talk about. Though they may seem small, they do have the potential to become troublemakers in a marriage. Therefore, we thought it is more important to cover these points that are silent killers in a relationship, and make you aware of them.

It feels so
exciting when you fall in love and start a new relationship! New
relationships are about hope, some expectations and fresh feelings. But
sometimes a new relationship collapses when they hardly starts. I’ve
been thinking about all my relationships, both successful and not so
successful, and I’ve come to the conclusion that a good start determines
the further outcome of your relationship. When you just start dating
someone it’s very easy to make mistakes and scary the person away. Sure,
every relationship is highly individual and unique, but here some
universal tips to remember when you start a new relationship.

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When you consider that high blood pressure punches holes
into the lining of your arterial walls, it’s easy to understand why
keeping it under control is so vital. While the average American has a
blood pressure of about 130 over 85, you should strive for an optimal
blood pressure of 115 over 75 to minimize your risk of heart disease and
stroke.

Saying,
“I’m sorry” can be tough sometimes. If you want to keep the peace in
your home however, learning how to apologize the right way is an
essential skill every husband and wife should master. Here’s a quick
list of tips on how to apologize and get it right every time, so you can
stay out of trouble and stay in the loving arms of your spouse!

Forget about vitamin A pills. With this orange crunchy powerfood, you get vitamin A and a host of other powerful health benefits including beautiful skin, cancer prevention, and anti-aging. Read how to get maximum benefits from this amazing vegetable.
Benefits of Carrots

Your skin is your body's first line of defense against the elements. When sun, wind, and cold leave skin dry and itchy, don't hide it under long pants and gloves. Replenish it!
To get the kind of smooth, sleek skin you'll want to show off, learn these eight top causes of, and fixes for, dry skin.

1. Winter Weather

When the temperature drops, the humidity level plunges too. Dry air leaves skin parched. "Once the weather starts to change, I see patients coming in complaining of dry, itchy skin," says Linda Stein Gold, MD, clinical research director for the dermatology department at Detroit's Henry Ford Hospital.
Turning up the thermostat doesn't help, either. Indoor heating strips even more moisture from the air -- and your skin.

Flaking, cracking, itching. That about describes what Mother Nature does to my skin when the temperature begins to slowly make it’s descent into the 40s, 30s, 20s and below, and I don’t fight back. I’ve become kind of a pro at keeping my skin silky smooth year-round thanks to lots of great advice from doctors, friends and yes, the Internet. Here are 8 tips that really work to manage and even prevent dry skin.

1. Take a short shower in warm, not hot, water. And give the tub a time out. While long, hot baths (with candles and a glass of wine, which is also a no-no) may be soothing, they can dry the skin.
2. Apply a rich moisturizing cream, lotion or ointment several times a day. Read the label carefully to make sure the product doesn’t contain alcohol.

Bootylicious Sarah Massey claims to have one the world’s biggest butts – measuring a whopping 7ft wide.
The mum-of-two, from Chicago in America, wears size 10XL trousers and once even cracked a toilet bowl by sitting on it.
Sarah, who at 32 stone gets about £750 disability benefit each month due to limited mobility, even struggles to pass through some doorways.
The 33-year-old said: “Everyday I get some kind of comment thrown at me, both good and bad – I used to be ashamed but now I hold my head high.

Its no longer news how cubersome and tiresome it is to gain admission into higher institution notably university in Nigeria.
It can even be called 'survival of the fittest' because statistics evidently shows that passing JAMB and even crossing the hurdle of POST UTME doesn't guarantee admission thus the pyschological, social and economic effect of writing UTME yearly is on the down or negative side.
Statistically 1,606,753 candidates wrote JAMB 2014 UTME and about 1.2 million may not be able to secure admission as it occurs annually which connotes that its just a fraction of the applicants that ultimately secures admission annually via JAMB!
But the good news is that instead of the traditional way of securing university admission which is JAMB there is a PROVEN, APPROVED and CERTIFIED alternative that doesn't even require JAMB result and better still it guarantees 200 level admission after the completion of the programme which DURATION is just nine months.

Following the recent report that some coco cola bottle will not be wash before refilling another mineral inside the bottle, some complain of finding it unclean for consumption, what is your view? do you think they have to grow up (upgrade) in their production or is not save at all?

Saturday 27 December 2014

A Golden Opportunity To Study Abroad

An increasing number of Nigerians constantly seek to study abroad either to advance their career or fulfill their dreams. But the inabilities to gain admission, visa denial, unreliable consultants etc. remain stumbling blocks which derails their aspiration.

This is exactly why you should attend the 2015 International Education Fair, a life-changing opportunity to meet delegates from top universities from the UK, USA, Canada, Australia & Nigeria.

click here to register http://modeducation.info/fair2015/index.php?ref=MOD30928959

Blast Rocks Bauchi Market Hours After Explosion Kills 20 In Gombe

A bomb explosion, Monday, rocked Central Market area in Bauchi, on a day a blast at a bus station in Gombe killed at least 2o people.
The explosion occurred at a crowded area, although the number of causalities cannot be ascertained at the moment. One witness however told online news platform, Premium Times that the blast occurred at about 5:30 p.m. as traders were preparing to close for the day.
According to eyewitnesses, the blast occurred near a police outpost inside the market.
Bauchi State Police spokesperson, Haruna Mohammed, confirmed the attack but he said he had no details of the incident yet. Some witnesses however said no fewer than 15 people were killed in the attack.

Found this great and informative piece on Yourtango and thought to share it with you guys. Here are 7 health benefits of kissing:

1. Kissing Prevents Cavities
Who would ever guess that spit-swapping kinda had the same effect as mouth wash? According to the Academy of General Dentistry, saliva helps build tooth enamel and all that extra saliva built up in a tongue-tangling Frencher washes the bacteria off your teeth, which in turn helps break down oral plaque.

Top 3 Mistakes Women Make In Bed

Women complain about their s*x lives all the time. Granted, sometimes it’s just that they’re just too tired to have one, period. But, that’s not always the case. We women want ‘it’, too. Am I right?

So, if you’re a little grouchy because things have cooled off lately between the sheets, think about what YOUR role is in turning up the heat. Yes, it’s not fair to leave it up to your partner to initiate all the time.
We turned to renowned s*x expert and family therapist Dr. Jane Greer. She says women COMMONLY make THREE MISTAKES in the bedroom:
MISTAKE #1: COMFY CLOTHES
I know that you want to be in those comfortable jammies that you wear, but honestly, the quickest turn-off to your partner or spouse is your comfy clothes. So, if you want to spice things up in your love life, shed those comfy clothes and put on a sexy bra or nightie; something you can be slinky, sensuous and comfortable in that will be a TURN-ON to your partner.

7 Reasons You’re Unhappily Married And What You Should Do About It

Here are some of the top reasons why people are unhappy in their marriages. If any of these ring true for you, begin to take steps towards finding your joy again. You deserve it and so does your marriage.

1. You are overwhelmed. Between taking care of children, our careers, aging parents, and all the other things we are responsible for, becoming overwhelmed is almost inevitable. Many of us (especially women) don’t know how to ask for help. As a result, the overwhelming feeling increases and unhappiness sets in.
2. You don’t feel appreciated. Feeling appreciated is one of the best feelings in the world, so when someone feels like they give their spouse their all, only to feel like it’s not appreciated—well, that can be one of the worst feelings in the world.
3. The romance is gone. Romance is usually a big part of our relationships in the early days, but over time it can fade. That fading is not necessarily a reflection of how much our spouse loves us, but it can leave some people feeling like maybe their spouse’s feelings have changed. When you have doubts about the love your spouse feels for you, it hurts.

If Your Guy Does These 5 Things, DON’T MARRY HIM

Here are five red flags that give you the green light to walk away, even when you’re not 100 percent sure you’re doing the right thing. (Spoiler alert: You are.)

1. He gets violent, even if he doesn’t hit you. You may think this is a no-brainer but honestly it isn’t. Most women I know who’ve been in abusive relationships have immense strength, only to shut down in the presence of her partner’s anger and violence. As a strong woman myself, I froze when a guy I’d been dating went into a rage one night, throwing things, damaging property and calling me names. I knew it was a deal-breaker because even though he didn’t put his hands on me, he scared me. No healthy relationship can be built off a foundation of fear because you never know when his actions may escalate.

8 Surprising (And Scientifically Proven) Things That Lead To A Lasting Marriage

Finding and keeping a lifelong love can feel like a crapshoot. No matter how madly in love you may be, maintaining a marriage is never easy. And while you may know that s*x, trust and compassion are crucial to keeping the flame alive, you may not be clued into some of science’s more surprising findings about what makes a marriage last.

Here are eight unexpected factors that may make for a happy, lasting marriage:
1. Having a cheaper wedding.
You may be tempted to bless your marriage with a fairytale wedding, but according to research from Emory University, couples who have thriftier celebrations are more likely to stay together. Among female respondents, those with a wedding bill higher than $20,000 divorced at 3.5 times the rate of those with a $5,000-$10,000 wedding bill.
2. Meeting online.
According to a study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, couples who meet online have a lower divorce rate and report higher levels of marital satisfaction. Just another reason to brag about finding your spouse through the interwebs!

Top-5 Ways To Find Your Love This Holiday Season

Fed up of being single this holiday season? This is the perfect time to expand your social activities and meet some new people!

Here are 5 great ways to get more dates and probably even to meet the man/woman of your dreams during this holiday season!

1. Parties
At this time a year, it looks like everyone is throwing a party. People have fun at work, your family and friends are also having fun. So all you need to do is to attend these activities. You can even take it a step further: don’t wait for invitations but ask your friends and family about the events they are going to attend and ask if you could come with them. The most random events can lead you to the best connections! Try to make socializing your priority!

A new survey which shows countries with the top 8 most unfaithful wives in the world has surfaced…

In the new survey gotten from IndianTvNews, it states the top nationalities of women who are prone to being unfaithful even while being married, according to their countries. The new survey showcased how regardless of marital status, s*xual orientation, or a committed relationship, women still in the real sense tend to be unfaithful.
The new survey was conducted by condom manufacturer, Durex. A total number of 29,000 people in 36 countries were interviewed and the interview ranked Nigerian women as the most unfaithful in the world. All in all, 50-65% of husbands and 40-55% of wives have an affair before they are 40.
Here are the top the 8 countries of most unfaithful wives according to IndianTvNews and reasons why:
1. Nigerian women
62% of Nigerian women are unfaithful. Recently Major Chitsiko, a soldier, committed a suicide after his wife cheated on him. The couple was estranged. Also in November 2011, Erelu Tola Solomon, a social elite in Lagos and Abuja, decided to ruin her 25 year marriage after having s*x with a Lagos businessman.

The things desired from your mate can be so small that with just a little effort and forethought this funny list can be eliminated in your households. Be warned – the phrases sound funny on paper but can cause arguments and disagreements in the moment.

Take a look and see which apply to your relationship.

You’ve probably heard people tell you to raise your standards if you want to attract the right man into your life. I’m here to tell you that if you’re still single when you don’t want to be, the problem may be that your standards are too high!

Here are 4 signs your standards are too high in dating:
1. You expect the other person to be on the same spiritual level as you
I recently heard a pastor say that out of all the married couples she and her husband have counseled, none of them have ever been in the same place spiritually at the same time.
As a married woman, I have discovered this to be true. There have been times when I had to encourage my husband and other times when his faith was stronger than mine! Don’t overlook a potential partner just because his relationship with God doesn’t look like your relationship with God.

Your nutrition and lifestyle choices are a major factor in your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. When you’re aware of what behaviors can increase your risk, you can start to make small, simple changes to lower your chances of being diagnosed with this debilitating disease. And even if you’ve been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, you can still decrease your risk of developing complications associated with this disease by avoiding these three main lifestyle and dietary bad habits.

1. You Ignore the Scale
Being overweight or obese can dramatically increase your odds of developing type 2 diabetes. Your Body Mass Index (BMI) is an indication of whether your weight for your height falls within a healthy range. To calculate your BMI, you divide your weight in pounds (lbs) by height in inches (in) squared and then multiply by a conversion factor of 703. Or you can just click on this BMI calculator to do the math for you.

It is a taboo for a man to remain unmarried in Nigeria, which is why many successful men are swarmed by eager women who would do anything in order to bear Mrs. X. The truth of the matter is that Nigerian men prefer certain types of women for marriage and they prefer certain types of women just for s*x and nothing more.
Women who are at the top of the marriageable list are;

Marriage and religion have been bound together for years. Marriage ceremonies are, after all, done in churches, temples and other religious houses of worship, as a way of uniting couples.
And apparently it’s beneficial for the health of your relationship.
According to research published by the National Institutes of Health, marriage and religion, when mixed together, offer a massive amount of benefits for a person’s quality of life, including better physical health, longer life, economic success and more stability for children.
While this sounds great in abstract, it’s important to look at the specifics of how faith can help your marriage. Here are five big ways that being spiritual or believing in God can help you build a stronger relationship with your partner.

Here are several ideas for maintaining and cultivating attraction to our mate:

One, remember that love is a powerful attraction. Having and cultivating loving actions and feelings for our mate is likely to enhance our attraction for them. The more we feel love for our mate, the more attractive they become. The more we are bonded and connected to our mate, the more we will be attracted to them.
Two, remember that love is a verb. Too often we wait to feel love instead of involving ourselves in the act of loving. Consider the positive qualities in your mate and appreciate them for those traits. Notice the wonderful unique qualities of your mate and love those traits.

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