Opinions: 6 things Nigerians need to learn from 2013

by Enenim Ubon This has shown that people can come together to pursue a cause(good or bad). I might have reservations over the formation of the APC but it has clearly shown that when pushed to the wall, people can do anything to redeem themselves. 2013 for me has been a very trying year. A... Read More

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January 1, 2014

How to FINALLY get your ex out of your life

by Garima Juneja Fix a date with your girl friends and get going on a shopping spree! Buy whatever you like, or some window shopping might also do wonders to your mood! 1. Get a makeover dude! So, how many times did you feel inferior when he used to flirt with other girls or praise them?... Read More

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December 30, 2013

5 (cool) ways to woo your girlfriend back

By Sreejan Guha Niyogi Getting your girl back in our life is not exactly not the same as getting a new girlfriend. If you want to get back your girlfriend’s interest you should her that you are not the same person that you were in the past. 1. Decide for yourself Firstly ask yourself do you really want... Read More

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December 29, 2013

‘Never say never to sex’: 5 things to keep you healthy besides exercising

By Shantanu Prasher A healthy gut makes a healthy body. Keep a track of what all you have been eating and how well it is being assimilated by your intestines. If you have been experiencing repeated constipation or acidity, it’s about time to check with a doctor. 1) Keep Yourself Hydrated From time and again doctors have... Read More

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December 24, 2013

Odia Ofiemun: How Festus Iyayi showed us the true meaning of life

by Odia Ofiemun Festus Iyayi made up his mind quite early, and had the spine to stand up for his beliefs, and to decide on whose side he was going to play. He chose to stand with the people, their interests, their future. Everyone who has encountered Festus Iyayi can attest to it that, to... Read More

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December 20, 2013

Kabiru Sokoto jailed for life

by Akintomiwa Agbaje The gavel has fallen and the verdict of life imprisonment has been given to the brain behind the ‘Christmas bombing’ that claimed hundreds of lives and valuable property. Kabiru Sokoto (real name Kabir Umar) was sentenced a life in prison at a High court in Abuja for the crimes of Terrorism and... Read More

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December 13, 2013

‘London Life Lagos Living’ is on stage again this December

by Akintomiwa Agbaje Earlier this year in June, theatre and art lovers were given a treat as Bobo Omotayo’s best-seller ‘London Life Lagos Living’ went from page to stage, at the Taruwa Festival of Performing Arts. The play, which held at Terra Kulture on June 6, 2013, was hilarious and had the audience in stitches the entire time.... Read More

November 17, 2013

Chiedozie Nmerole: A fact of life you need to hear (30 days, 30 voices)

by Chiedozie Nmerole “Surely, there is little or nothing we can do about these past events but there is a lot we could, unabatedly, do in the present and future.” Memories of a true story I once heard on the radio are somewhere in my head . I can vaguely recall what day of the... Read More

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November 15, 2013

How to get a boyfriend: 3 powerful steps

by Sean Jameson While figuring out how to get a guy to like you is important, learning how to keep him is crucial if you want things to progress. One of the best ways to keep him attracted to you is through having great sex. 1. Guys Are Cats The first thing to say on... Read More

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November 12, 2013

Just in! Burna Boy drops video for ‘Yawa Dey’ (WATCH)

by Chi Ibe Burna Boy joined Iyanya tonight in dropping a new video – this time for ‘Yawa Dey’ off his debut L.I.F.E video. The video is produced by Clarence Peters. “Aristokrat Recording Artiste Burna Boy presents you with visuals to “Yawa Dey” hit single off his debut Album L.I.F.E,” said a release from his... Read More

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November 11, 2013

Meet the real-life Magneto: Psychic ‘uses telepathic powers to manipulate metal’ just like X-Men supervillain (PHOTOS)

Meet the real-life Magneto, the psychic who claims to use telepathic powers to manipulate metal, just like the X-Men supervillain. Miroslaw Magola says his mental powers are so strong he can even jump around with drinks cans, pots and pans or cutlery stuck to forehead, hands or chest. The bizarre German insists after researching the... Read More

November 9, 2013

7 crucial life skills we all NEED to have

by Jessica Grover None of us like to hear negative feedback in any area of our lives. But in reality, constructive criticism is really good for drawing attention to areas that need improvement in your life. Don’t be afraid to ask your friends, boss or spouse about their honest opinions. 1. DON’T COME OFF AS... Read More

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November 8, 2013

4 (totally surprising) life lessons we all NEED to learn

by Brene Brown Guilt is good. Guilt helps us stay on track because it’s about our behavior. It occurs when we compare something we’ve done—or failed to do—with our personal values. The discomfort that results often motivates real change, amends and self-reflection. 1. Fitting In Is Not Belonging There are so many terms we use every day... Read More

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October 30, 2013

Opinion: It is too early to give up

by Ifeanyi Okonkwo Many times I wonder how people like Abraham Lincoln found the courage to realize that they can, even when confronted by impossible obstacles, for at age twenty-two he failed in business and even when he ran for legislature the next year, he was still far away from success. Helen Keller was... Read More

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October 26, 2013

10 things your man needs to do to stay healthy

by Krystle Crossman Learn to manage your stress properly. Stress can lead to a host of problems unless you can learn how to harness it so that it doesn’t affect your life. 1. Getting routine checkups at the doctor and regular dental visits is a great way to catch problems before they start. It is also peace... Read More

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October 25, 2013

7 relationship mistakes you must AVOID

by TNN You may argue that he is nice, but doesn’t meet the criterion of the perfect guy you always dreamt of being with. That surely doesn’t give you the licence to be the change maker in his life. Preventing him from hanging out with his crazy friends, or stopping his videogame sessions in an... Read More

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October 21, 2013

20 things EVERYONE should master by age 40

by Oprah 1. How to Delegate Make certain the people around you have good values, good judgment, and are loyal. Allow them to impress you but be sure they’re comfortable coming to you for feedback. Most important, hire people smarter than you!—Ivanka Trump, executive VP, Trump Organization; principal of Ivanka Trump fashion and accessories lines... Read More

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October 17, 2013

Top 15 strategies to live a healthier life

by Varun Swasthi Color Your Diet. No, not with Margaritas or Bloody Marys. We’re talking veggies and fruits. 1. Start Your Day Smart Instead of checking mails or messages on Whatsapp, try something better. Read the newspaper, do some stretches or invest time in a healthy breakfast. It will not only make you. It will not only... Read More

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October 15, 2013

7 things women (commonly) lie about… and why

by Alicia Fanning Many women also lie about their shopping habits. But really, that should be understandable. Men should just realize that a woman can never have too many pairs of wedge heels and not place her in the position of lying. 1. THEIR WEIGHT One of the things women commonly lie about is their... Read More

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October 14, 2013

Chinonso Writes! 0/10 and 10/10 can deceive, but don’t let that fool you in life

by Chinonso Ogbogu If you desire to win in life, then you must develop a different viewpoint on 0/10 and 10/10. In fact, in life, you can’t have all the right answers to the questions that confront you. Our class teacher annunciated our names as we trudged in rapid succession to her desk to collect our respective... Read More

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October 12, 2013

‘I wish I didn’t work so hard’: Top 5 regrets people make on their deathbed

From Life & Health For many years I worked in palliative care. My patients were those who had gone home to die. Some incredibly special times were shared. I was with them for the last three to twelve weeks of their lives. People grow a lot when they are faced with their own mortality. I learnt never to... Read More

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October 11, 2013

7-minute plan to a healthier life

by Tara Zimliki Find what your challenges are and make a solution for you to overcome these challenges. This is a major step in the plan to a healthier life! 1. WRITE OUT A COMBAT PLAN What are your hot buttons or challenges for weight loss? For some, it is birthday parties or office celebrations... Read More

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October 9, 2013

9 (life) skills to master before your next date

By Amy Shearn If the mood is right you might jokingly point it out—”Are you live-tweeting your hummus review?”—but don’t get all up in his face about his smartphone addiction…not at least until the second date. 1. Setting Your Internal GPS You have to know where you want to go (and who can help... Read More

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October 8, 2013

‘My life as a Skype sex worker’: Girl opens up on internet stripping and masturbating for strangers (READ)

The seedy world of online stripping has been unveiled in a tell-all expose penned by one such former ‘cam-girl’ who used to strip and masturbate for male viewers – whose credit cards were then charged by the minute. The former Skype sex worker blogged her account of internet stripping on Refinery29 under the name Abigail... Read More

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September 29, 2013

Tawose Olajumoke Elizabeth: Entwined – With them, but in spite of them (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Tawose Olajumoke Elizabeth Nightmares, Lived and thought in them. Satisfied, I used to grace in them. Life, Came and went with them. Magnified, I saw myself in them. Sight, Saw and cried with them. Glorified, I used to dwell in them. Home, Dwelt and hoped in them. Exemptfied, I stay alone with them. Journey,... Read More

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September 25, 2013

Nick of time: Doctor saves woman by performing emergency procedure with knife and pen in a restaurant

Scare: Pauline Larwood started choking on her steak at dinner on Monday night A doctor is being hailed a hero after he saved a woman who was choking on her steak in a restaurant by performing an emergency tracheotomy using a knife and hollowed-out pen. Pauline Larwood, from Bakersfield, California, and her husband Tom had... Read More

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September 24, 2013

‘The two-timer’: 10 types of lovers you should RUN AWAY from

by Pam Houston Dating him is inviting the type of conflict into your life that will make you tired before you even get up in the morning. 1. Joe No-Show You meet in a city where neither of you lives, at a convention or a wedding. The calls and e-mails are making the phone lines... Read More

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September 19, 2013

5 sure-fire ways to boost your confidence

by Barbara Clinebell It just needs to be an accomplishment that made you feel great at the time. 1. Form your own fan club Remember your greatest success in vivid detail. It doesn’t matter if it happened yesterday or in the distant past. It could be closing the biggest sale of your career or the... Read More

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September 7, 2013

11 things you NEVER knew about chewing gum

by Arie Letzter Chewed gum may prove extremely useful in problematic situations 1. From tree to mouth – In Maine, 1850, John Curtis established the first production factory of chewing material which was extracted from trees that grew in the area. Several years later, Thomas Adams commercially created the first “Chickle” gum. It was named... Read More

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August 26, 2013

WATCH: Tonto Dikeh speaks about her relationship with Iyanya, tattoos, Indian hemp & bleaching on Rubbin’ Minds

by Oge Okonkwo Popular actress and singer, Tonto Dikeh gave us an insight into the significance of her much talked about tattoos on yesterday’s episode of Rubbin’ Minds where she was the guest on the Entertainment Segment on Channels TV with host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu. [READ: “I’ll die for Yvonne Nelson, dine with Genevieve Nnaji & dust off Tonto... Read More

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