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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversation today

These are the top five stories that drove conversation today. LAI MOHAMMED ‘CLEARS THE AIR’ ON PRESIDENT BUHARI’S DEATH Amid speculations of President Muhammadu Buhari’s death, the Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, has said Acting President Yemi Osinbajo speaks with Buhari every day. 2. WHY EL-ZAKZAKY IS STILL IN CUSTODY – LAI MOHAMMED The... Read More

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#NoShameDay: The deep dark hole and the thin rope

By SheiFunmi Nomia Sincerely, how I feel when I have to genuinely talk about mental health, particularly mine, I begin to get teary eyes because I often recall moments I wish I’d let go forever or self-harmed to feel numb and aid implosion. Then there’s this anxiety that picks anytime and day to show up,... Read More

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February 4, 2015

Did you know that handing iPads to toddlers can damage their brains?

by Chinwe Okafor Handing an iPad to young children has become as much a part of parenting as sleepless nights and wet wipes – but it could be stunting their growth. Leaving children under the age of three alone with gadgets could be harming their ability to learn key skills such as self-control. Researchers at... Read More

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October 7, 2014

Three scientists win ‘Nobel Prize for Medicine’ for discovering the brain’s internal GPS

by Kolapo Olapoju American, John O’Keefe and Norwegian couple, May-Britt and Edvard Moser, won the 2014 Nobel Prize for medicine on Monday, 6 October, for discovering the brain’s ‘internal positioning system’, which assists human beings in finding their way and giving clues to how strokes and Alzheimer’s affect the brain. The Nobel Assembly awarded the... Read More

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“Is Rocket Internet bad for the Eco-system? 1,000 percent yes” – Jason Njoku has another go at Jumia & co.

by Jason Njoku For all those who don’t like my opinions, beyond trying to organise my assassination, I would caution you just don’t read my blog. Your life will be better without it! Public Service Announcement. For all those who don’t like my opinions, beyond trying to organise my assassination, I would caution you just... Read More

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Air pollution + 8 other things that kill your brain slowly

by Life Span The brain is affected by factors we don’t always look into in our daily lives. Everything from the food we eat, the little bad habits we’ve formed over the years, and extent to which we use the brain: all these factors play a role in the development of our mental power, sometimes... Read More

Opinion: 7 lessons to learn from cartoon characters Pinky and Brain

by Badejoko Adewale Your ideas will probably sound stupid, do it anyway: How does the idea of two laboratory rats aiming global domination sounds? Stupid, lame, and almost impossible? Exactly! That’s how your idea will probably sound to people, but what people think or say about you or your ideas shouldn’t be the basis for... Read More

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February 5, 2014

This baby girl was born with part of her brain OUTSIDE her skull (PICTURED)

by Oge Okonkwo A baby with a little chance of survival has beaten all odds to stay alive after she was born with part of her brain outside her skull. Little Faith Martin, now aged three months, was not expected to breathe on her own when she was born. According to Daily Mail, doctors explained... Read More

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November 6, 2013

10 things you might NOT know about love

by Michele Ochoa Love doesn’t require that you ignore or suppress negativity. It simply requires that some element of kindness, empathy or appreciation be added to the mix. Compassion is the form love takes when suffering occurs. 1. It Can be Hard to Talk About Love in Scientific Terms The vision of love that emerges from... Read More

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October 18, 2013

10 things men should know about women

by TNN Sometimes all that we need is a shoulder and ears to solve our problems. 1. Sure we love the gifts and surprises, but what matters to us the most is about what you feel for us genuinely. 2 . There’s no brain versus brawn. You better have both! 3 . Instead of just talking, show us that you... Read More

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October 13, 2013

It helps you stay slim: 8 health benefits of red wine

by Alankar Sharma Red wine is known to reverse the effect of dying ear hair cells which marks the onset of losing hearing abilities. Raise your glasses and hear them clink, more clearly each time. On a side note, the article does not encourage you to get a bottle of red wine and binge on it.... Read More

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October 13, 2013

REVEALED: 13 things EVERY woman does NOT know about her own body

by Corrie Pikul Bad news first: Because of hormonal changes, women lose collagen in the skin much faster than men. But take heart—regardless of how rapidly women’s skin ages, men still tend to look older 1. Vaginas and sharks have something in common (no, it’s not teeth). Natural vaginal lubricant is composed of sweat, sebum,... Read More

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September 24, 2013

8 (surprising) things that can boost your self-esteem

by Jena Pincott Go ahead, spread some juicy gossip about someone you know. It’ll make you feel better about yourself. 1. A Slightly Sloppy Villain Read a good mystery novel for a surefire ego boost. But here’s the clincher: The case must be crackable yet still satisfying, with a reliable “Aha!” moment, found an Ohio State University... Read More

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September 17, 2013

Disgusting discovery: Woman finds a ‘brain’ in a packet of tomato sauce (PHOTO)

A mother-of-three told of her disgust after finding a ‘brain’ in a packet of Lidl passata sauce this week. Horrified Julleen Marter, 47, made the gruesome discovery as she prepared a family meal of chilli con carne. She was shocked when she poured the passata into a pan last Thursday and noticed chunks of grey... Read More

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September 14, 2013

8 things to do to stay brain sharp

by Seema Sinha Stress also damages your brain by releasing damaging hormones. 1. Lead an active lifestyle and exercise regularly. Brisk walking, swimming, aerobics and yoga in mid-life helps prevent memory problems that often come with aging. Mild to moderate exercise is all it takes just that one should do it regularly. 2. Exercise your brain. An... Read More

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September 2, 2013

You need this: 5 brain foods that help you focus

by Shikha Desai Fiber present in oats keeps our brain sharper for long 1. Eggs Eggs are a great source pf protein and amino acids and are great for your eyes. Moreover egg yolk helps regulate brain function and the nervous system. Have some eggs for breakfast and you are ready to go. 2. Avocado... Read More

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August 30, 2013

You need this: 5 foods that relieve stress

by Zeenia F Baria A healthy way to cook beef is to have it slightly seared on the outside, sliced very thin and served with a salad. 1. Sweet potatoes Craving for carbs? Steer clear of French fries and junk sugar-rich foods. Have some sweet potatoes instead, which are known to release a slow, steady... Read More

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August 28, 2013

Biology 2.0: Miniature ‘human brain’ grown by scientists in a lab

Miniature “human brains” have been grown in a lab in a feat scientists hope will transform the understanding of neurological disorders. The pea-sized structures reached the same level of development as in a nine-week-old foetus, but are incapable of thought. The study, published in the journalNature, has already been used to gain insight into rare... Read More

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Get smitten: 7 things love does to your brain

by Irene Jay Ever hear that love is a drug? Well, there may be some truth to that. Your brain houses these intensely passionate feelings using the same system that’s activated when a person is addicted to drugs,…. When we fall in love, we often think of the wonders it does to our heart and soul. But... Read More

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Video footage of Taraba acting governor’s meeting with ailing Gov. Suntai in US hospital (WATCH)

by Isi Esene The governor of Taraba state, Danbaba Suntai who survived a plane crash has been said to be suffering from a serious mental condition. The ailing governor was recently visited by his deputy, Umar Garba, in a United States hospital where a clip showing the governor was obtained. Reports say neurological doctors treating the... Read More

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Man quits his job, spends life savings and considered suicide… then finds out he had a WRONG cancer diagnosis

A Montana man was given six months to live — so he quit his job, spent all his cash and considered blowing his brains out. Mark Templin — in his mid-70s — sold his pickup truck, celebrated a “final” birthday, chose his funeral service and even asked his son-in-law to build him a box for... Read More

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5 ways your brain is tricking you into being miserable

by Kathy Benjamin and Dieter Melsens Negative thoughts are like the Sand People: If you chase them away, they’ll come back in greater numbers. Your brain contains more than 100 billion neurons that flawlessly work together to create consciousness and thought. It is an astonishing marvel of evolution and adaptation, and it is also a huge dick.... Read More

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O, the angel: 16-month-old baby suffers rare brain condition, may help get to her (PHOTOS)

A family from India are unable to afford medical treatment for their 16-month-old daughter, who suffers from a rare medical condition that has caused her head to swell alarmingly. Runa Begum, from Tripura in northeast India, suffers from hydrocephalus, also known as water on the brain, which is a condition that causes fluid to build... Read More

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15-year-old brain damaged by tick bite during school trip to China awarded $41.7 million

CHRIS RYAN/GETTY IMAGES A federal jury in Bridgeport ruled in favor of Cara Munn, who is now 20. A Conneticut student left brain damaged and unable to speak after being bitten by a tick on a class trip to China was awarded $41.7 million in compensation. Cara Munn was 15 when, in the summer of... Read More

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Another excuse to stay hooked: Facebook improves brain activity – New study

Remarkably enough there are some health benefits of using Facebook. Researchers from the University of Arizona showed that older people can actually use the social media site to stay sharp and improve brain activity. Since the site is always updating and changing and there are so many activities and people to stay connected with, Facebook may... Read More

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January 17, 2013

Does size really matter? See 10 ways your brain dictates what matters in sex

by Liz Lagley “Just cuz she’s cute doesn’t mean she’s for you.” Remember the Seinfeld episode where Jerry’s penis has an argument with his brain and loses? It’s a classic: We’ve all been torn between love/lust and logic. (If you haven’t, check for a belly button because this isn’t your home world.) This brilliant bit of... Read More

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December 2, 2012

Esau and Jacob: Scan shows twins appearing to fight in the womb (WATCH)

For twins, sibling rivalry starts before they’re even born. Strikingly clear video appears to show identical twins kicking each other and fighting for space inside their mother’s womb. The images are from an MRI scan taken at London’s Center for Fetal Care, Reuters reported. “What this lets us do is see their positions in relation... Read More

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Study: See the list of foods that are making you dumb

by Adeniyi Abdul Our parents always warned us about too much sugar being bad but it’s unlikely even they knew just how harmful such foods could be. Researchers have found that foods high in fructose can lead to memory loss and slow learning. Researchers at UCLA have carried out a rat study in which they... Read More

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