In Those Days

In those days when we had no gadgets of any sort, no mobile phones at all to while away time. As siblings and kids growing up, we could play, fight, chat, argue and do some board or card games. 

Tsuneko Sasamoto: In Her 100s and still doing Photo-shoots

This is absolutely incredible! Japan’s first female photojournalist is still shooting in her 100s. This is what happens when you find a hobby that can 'give you money', 'make you happy' and 'keep you in shape. Check it out and get inspired.

Success Has Its Secret: Coca-Cola as a Model

I was just wondering why most people are successful and others aren't. No doubt, there are a whole lot of reasons why some are making it big and others keep striving to fathom the way out. However, I've come to realize that there is one demarcation line between these two classes which I called "The Secret". Hear me, among other things, success has its secret and that secret is the main deal.

I cannot be Part of a World Where These Things Happen: Keanu Reeves

There is a controversy. Was it Keanu Reeves that said the foregoing or was he not? That's not actually our business for today. Let's take a view at the content of the talk. I'm sharing it, simply because it is quite thought provoking.

How to Be Positive

Being positive about everything you do in life is the only way to live, and once you start you will understand why. With positivity you are able to reach further towards your goals and all in all live a happier life. You can achieve a positive life and mindset by finding optimism even while in negative situations, living in a positive environment, going slow, not making mountains out of molehills, not letting vague fears hold you back, and simply adding value and positivity to someone else’s life. Doing any of these things will make you feel good about yourself and help you see the bright side of things in your every day life.

Relevance of Schopenhauer’s Aesthetic Experience

Hey there! I am an aesthete. Don’t panic, I’ll tell you what an aesthete means. It simply refers to someone who appreciates beauty both in nature and works of arts. Suffice it to say I am an appreciator of beauty. Of course I fell in love with Aesthetics during my pursuits in philosophy. I was quite enthralled when I stumbled on Schopenhauer’s aesthetics experience and how he vehemently asserted that it can breeds aesthetic enjoyment and delivers humanity from the sufferings in the world. Actually, I did my Long Essay on this and I find it worth sharing. The aim of this brief write-up is to look into Schopenhauer’s aesthetic experience to unfurl what it is amid the diverse conceptions of aesthetic experience and to evaluate how he employed it to solve the existential problem of suffering. Let’s move on.

You Are What You Post On Social Media: Facebook as a Case Study

A lot of folks have stereotyped Facebook as a kind of theatrical platform where all sort of fakeness displayed by persons is the order of the day. How well can this hold water? We shall surely know.

Why It Is Wrong to Say, “I Choose My Friends, My Friends Don’t Choose Me”

Here we go again, too many silly talks everywhere. What do they mean by “I choose my friends, my friends don't choose me"? Who are you, a God? Be honest friends, how’s that sound? Absurd, I guess. Why the frowned? No, no, no, don’t tell me you’re guilty of this. Let me clear you, if you ever make the above expression in front of me, either I diplomatically counter your position or I generously bless you with a fine backhand slap just close to your mouth. Don't pray for the latter.

Different Views on How to be Successful and Happy in Life

Perhaps Maryar Talaka must have been deeply troubled that he did ask with utmost expectation, "Give me one advice on how to live successful and happy in life?" That was a very profound existential question. Just one advice! And guess what? He got some replies. Yes, he did. Some were quite reasonable; some were pretty jocular; some were revealing too. Here are quotes from them. Don't just read, tell us what you think.

Some Business Tips by Warren Buffett

Just felt like sharing these excellent tips from the billionaire Warren Buffett. If you’re wise, you will take them seriously. These are not just tips, but experience tips. Enjoy!

Using Your Craft not just to make a Living but to touch Some Lives

A shot captured by a photographer. To what end could he have taken the above photo? Read further to know, learn and get inspired. Obviously, the pursuit of money has stolen the concern for humanity by humans. Just look at everyone around you. What did you see? Desires or wants everywhere. You can think of every Tom, Dick and “Joe” as being in some sort of want. Wait, you were expecting to see Harry right? That’s fine but my name is Joe and I just had to infix it somewhere. So you’ve got to excuse me on that one.

What If I Say Love Has Gone Sour?

Things have really changed. In those days when we were famished and there was no time to cook some broth, we hurried to a good restaurant. Then, restaurant was truly a place people go when they are hungry, a place people basically go to eat.

Mary Wesley Published her First Book at Age 70

Here we go again! The deal is to make it in life, become successful as well as to make great impact in the world. But sometimes we get all choked in trying so hard to be heard that we fail to relax, think, and find the right strength within us, the big idea, the unique stuff that would somersault us to our desired end. Here is Mary Wesley, a voice in her generation that made it in life late, but, made it well. Now, let's check if we've got one or two things to learn from her.

Chinese Engineer Marries Robot after Failing to Find a Human Wife

A Chinese engineer has finally left his bachelorhood by marrying robot for a wife.

Zheng Jiajia, a former Huawei telecommunications employee created and then ‘married’ a cyborg 'female' in China last Friday.

Meet Peggy Whitson: The Woman who just Made American History by Spending 535 Days in Space

Peggy Whitson woke up this morning to break a record after spending 535 days in space.

Rabbit Set to be World’s Biggest Mysteriously Dies on United Airlines Flight

United Airlines is facing another PR nightmare after a rabbit destined to be the world’s biggest reportedly died on a flight from Heathrow to Chicago’s O'Hare International Airport. The rabbit, Simon, which measured at three-feet, was expected to outgrow his father Darius, whose length of 4ft 4in made him the world's biggest bunny .

Russia Moves to Label Jehovah's Witnesses as 'Extremist Organization'

The Russian justice ministry has moved to label Jehovah's Witnesses an 'extremist organization' following years of government suspicion toward the group.

Following the U.S? UK Bans Laptops and Tablets on Flights From Six Muslim Countries

Following the United States' decision to ban electronic devices on inbound flights from some middle eastern countries on Monday, the U.K has announced a sweeping cabin ban on laptops and tablets on inbound flights from six Muslim majority countries- Turkey, Lebanon, Jordan, Egypt, Tunisia and Saudi Arabia.

'I Regret not Becoming President' - Former US Vice President, Joe Biden

Former Vice President Joe Biden spoke candidly on Friday about his decision to stay out of the 2016 presidential race, saying that while he still believes he did what was best for his family, he also regrets not becoming president.

Carrie Lam Elected as the First Female Leader of Hong Kong

Carrie Lam the former chief secretary and deputy to current Chief Executive CY Leun has been voted to be the first female leader in Hong Kong. Lam was selected to be the fourth Hong Kong chief executive, with 777 votes from the 1,194-person committee.
A total of 1,163 valid votes were cast. Speaking to reporters after the result was announced, Lam thanked her rivals and members of the election committee "no matter who they voted for.

The first thing I will do is to repair our divided society so we can move forward together," she said, "The task in these five years is great, but I will work with everyone to make a better Hong Kong" Lam adde

Shortly after Jeff Jones quit as President of the company; UBER details early steps to change culture, and ongoing COO search

Uber held a special press call, hosted by board member Arianna Huffington and staffed with three of its highest ranking female staff, including North American operations lead Rachel Holt, Chief HR officer Liane Hornsey and company comms lead Rachel Whetstone. The call was pretty clearly an attempt to counter-message some of the negative press Uber has faced, specifically around its culture and accusations of sexism.

Apple Releases the New Awesome Red Colour of Iphone 7

Apple has thrilled the mass and market with the iPhone 7 and its family(7 plus) beating most mobile producing companies and are still leading.

Xmen Actor, Patrick Stewart Admits Using Marijuana to Battle Illness

Award-winning British actor, Sir Patrick Stewart has revealed that he uses medical marijuana to tackle the symptoms of arthritis.

Porn Film Played on Big Screen at Polling Station during Dutch Election (Photo)

A lesbian porn film was on Thursday played on a giant screen at a polling station during the official vote count of the parliamentary elections in the Netherlands.

Wrongfully Convicted Man Released after 32 years in Jail

"I've been inside for 32 years, three months and 14 days. It's been that long". These were the words of Andrew Leander Wilson as he walked out of jail haven been wrongfully convicted.

Coca-Cola Products Manufactured in Nigeria are Safe for Consumption' - FG says

The Federal Ministry of Health has issued a statement affirming that all Coca Cola products manufactured in Nigeria are safe for consumption. 

DStv and GOtv Subscribers Now Have New Rewards Programmes From MultiChoice

Pay-TV company, MultiChoice, has launched two brand new incentive programmes, namely DStv THANKS and GOtv WOW, for their customers in Ghana. According to the General Manager of MultiChoice Ghana, Cecil Sunkwa Mills, the introduction of these two programmes by MultiChoice is to say a big thank you to customers of DStv and GOtv, and this means that from the month of March this year, DStv THANKS and GOtv WOW programmes will offer exciting rewards for loyal DStv and GOtv customers.

Former Mother and Son become Father and Daughter

At the age of 14, Corey Maison, socially transitioned from boy to girl in the past few years and her mum, a mother of 5, who is now her Dad said Corey, gave her the courage to begin her own transition from female to male.

Women in Russia are Paying Workmen with Sex Due to Economic Crisis

News emanating from Siberia in Russia has it that women are using sex to pay for the services of plumbers, car mechanics and other labourers because of the country's economic struggles.

Prominent Muslim Lecturer Wants to Take TB Joshua to Court for Saying Jesus Christ is God

Sheikh Hussaini Yusuf Mabera, a front-line Islamic lecturer, debater, author and conference speaker has threatened to take renowned Nigerian Pastor T.B. Joshua to court. According to a fiery Facebook post on 13th March 2017, the pastor’s crime lies in the fact that he regularly describes Jesus Christ as God.

Queen of England Signs Brexit Bill to Move UK's Exit from EU One Step Closer

Britain's exit from the European Union moved another step closer Thursday after the legislation enabling the country's departure was given royal assent by Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen's signature means that British Prime Minister Theresa May is now able to move forward and trigger Article 50, allowing formal talks to begin between Downing Street and the EU's 27 member states on the terms of the divorce.

You can now Send and Receive Money Through Your Gmail App on Android

Are you owing someone money? Google wants to make it a little easier for you to settle your debt. Google will now allow you to easily attach payments to Gmail messages. The tech giant has integrated Google Wallet into Gmail app for Android, to enable users send or request money with anyone, including those who don’t have a Gmail address, with just a tap, as you can already do via Gmail on the Web.

Scientists Create 'Lip Password' that IDs Users by their Lips' Movements

A team of scientists have developed a new biometric authentication method that identifies someone through the motions of their lips.

Check Out Couple's Amazing Weight Loss Transformation

That is a goal right there...Photo credit: Sean A Bennett

New Study Shows that Eating Groundnuts Daily May Help Us Live Longer!

Research has also shown that eating nuts daily may help us live healthier lives. A 2016 analysis of 29 studies and up to 819,000 people revealed that 20 grams of nuts a day (equivalent to a handful) can cut people's risk of heart disease by nearly 30%, their risk of cancer by 15% and their risk of premature death by 22%.

US Lawmaker Wants Men Fined $100 For Masturbating

A female politician in Texas has filed a bill that would see men who masturbate and ejaculate outside of a woman's vagina get $100 fine. The bill, called 'A Man’s Right to Know,' was submitted in by Jessica Farrar, a Democratic member of the Texas House of Representatives, last week.

Meet John Zhu; The Chinese Man That's Been Tasting Water Professionally Since 2008

John Zhu is a pioneer in the niche industry of water tasting. professionally they are called 'water sommeliers' and their job is to taste water. John is one of just a handful of water sommeliers in China who has made a profession out of tasting water and offering his expertise to hotels and restaurants across Asia. 

Pope Francis Says Church May Consider Making Married Men Priests

Pope Francis has said that the church may consider ordaining married men who could potentially then work in remote areas facing a shortage of priests.

Did You Know that Tyrese's New Wife Has a Masters Degree and Makes a 6 Figure Salary

According to TMZ, Tyrese's new wife has plenty of degrees and money of her own. Read their report below... 

A Russian Lawmaker Wants the Government to Ban "Beauty and the Beast" Over Gay "Propaganda"

A Russian lawmaker wants the country's government to ban Disney's new "Beauty and the Beast" remake after labeling it "a blatant, shameless propaganda of sin and perverted sexual relationships."