Heavy smoke shrouds buildings around Times Square in New York City on Tuesday. From Maryland to the Canadian capital, a monstrous cloud of smoke spewed by Quebec’s wildfires has forced children to stay indoors, grounded flights in New York City and left millions of residents at risk of breathing unhealthy air. More than 75 million … Continue reading QUEBEC WILDFIRES: Millions of residents in the US and Canada at risk of air pollution
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Botanical Description of Corn Silk (Stigma Maydis)
Photo by mali maeder on Pexels.com Corn (Zea mays Linnaeus), also known as maize, is a member of the family Poaceae or Gramineae. It is indigenous to Mesoamerica and was domesticated in Mexico some 9,000 years ago, then it spread throughout the American continents [22]. Now, it is widely cultivated all over the World. The … Continue reading Botanical Description of Corn Silk (Stigma Maydis)
Top gender issues in Nigeria
Despite inclusive policies, Nigeria has a long road to gender inequality with records of death, poverty and political disenfranchisement prevalent for women. Of 144 countries, Nigeria ranks 122nd in closing the gender gap; One in every three Nigerian women has suffered physical and/or sexual violence; Nigerian women only earn 77 cents for every dollar that … Continue reading Top gender issues in Nigeria
Diezani reveals battle with aggressive breast cancer, surgery
A former minister of petroleum resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, has told an Abuja High Court that she has not been in Nigeria since May 2015 because of cancer treatment. This was revealed in a writ of summons against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the attorney-general of the federation (AGF). Alison-Madueke is asking for … Continue reading Diezani reveals battle with aggressive breast cancer, surgery
The Importance of DNA Tests
Photo by Chokniti Khongchum on Pexels.com The DNA test, also known as “Paternal testing,” has become an excellent method for determining who a child’s father is. When a woman has multiple partners, it raises questions about the paternity of a child born in that situation. DNA testing has become a delicate subject. However, there are … Continue reading The Importance of DNA Tests
What is narcissistic personality disorder?
Photo by Moose Photos on Pexels.com Overview Narcissistic personality disorder is a mental health condition in which people have an unreasonably high sense of their own importance. They need and seek too much attention and want people to admire them. People with this disorder may lack the ability to understand or care about the feelings … Continue reading What is narcissistic personality disorder?
Wilson Oruma debunks ill-health rumour
Former Super Eagles star Wilson Oruma has debunked reports about his current health condition. There were reports that he was seriously sick and in urgent need of medical help. Oruma played a big role in Nigeria’s gold medal win at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. He had 19 caps for Nigeria and played for some teams … Continue reading Wilson Oruma debunks ill-health rumour
China COVID-19 whistleblower returns home to Wuhan after jail
Fang Bin, who documented the initial Covid outbreak in the Chinese city of Wuhan, has been freed from jail after three years, sources told the BBC. Mr Fang is one of several so-called citizen journalists who disappeared after sharing videos of scenes in Wuhan, the epicentre of the pandemic. After disappearing in February 2020, he … Continue reading China COVID-19 whistleblower returns home to Wuhan after jail
Manufacturer protests as Taiwan, Malaysia detect ‘cancer-causing’ substance in Indomie noodles
Indofood, makers of Indomie instant noodles, has reacted to a recall of its products in Taiwan and Malaysia over an increased cancer risk. Health officials in Malaysia and Taiwan said they had detected ethylene oxide, a compound, in Indomie’s “special chicken” flavor noodles. Ethylene oxide is a colourless, odourless gas that is used to sterilise … Continue reading Manufacturer protests as Taiwan, Malaysia detect ‘cancer-causing’ substance in Indomie noodles
World Health Organization launches new initiative to improve pandemic preparedness
Photo by Asad Photo Maldives on Pexels.com To help countries better prepare for future pandemics, WHO launched a new initiative today that provides guidance on integrated planning for responding to any respiratory pathogen such as influenza or coronaviruses. The new Preparedness and Resilience for Emerging Threats Initiative, or PRET, incorporates the latest tools and approaches for … Continue reading World Health Organization launches new initiative to improve pandemic preparedness
CHEMICAL ABORTIONS: Biden administration under pressure, Supreme Court extends ruling on abortion pills
The Supreme Court has temporarily extended women's access to an abortion pill until Friday while the justices consider whether to allow restrictions on mifepristone to take effect as a legal challenge to the medication's FDA approval continues. In an order signed by Justice Samuel Alito on Wednesday, the court indicated it will act by Friday … Continue reading CHEMICAL ABORTIONS: Biden administration under pressure, Supreme Court extends ruling on abortion pills
Mike Tyson recommends best weed for NBA players
Boxing legend Mike Tyson is well aware that NBA players will no longer get tested for marijuana and is giving them some pointers on which cannabis strain to smoke when they want to stay active. Tyson, 56, spoke with TMZ Sports on Wednesday to promote his weed company called Tyson 2.0, claiming his product is better than most. "I would prefer [NBA players] … Continue reading Mike Tyson recommends best weed for NBA players
Girl dies after undergoing hip surgery in Lagos
A 23-year-old girl, Destiny Benjamin, has been reported dead four days after a hip surgery, popularly known as Brazilian Butt Lift, BBL, at Cynosure Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Lagos. Various social media platforms have been awash with the viral video of the procedure since her death. Confirming the development, owner of Cynosure Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Dr. Ogbe Omoruyi, … Continue reading Girl dies after undergoing hip surgery in Lagos
Bauchi records 22 Lassa fever deaths
Photo by Luciann Photography on Pexels.com A total of 22 persons died from the outbreak of Lassa fever in Bauchi State between January and March this year, according to the Bauchi State Primary Health Care Development Agency (BSPHDA). BSPHDA Deputy Director, Disease Control and Immunization, Haruna B. Wakili, made the disclosure in Bauchi at a … Continue reading Bauchi records 22 Lassa fever deaths
A Discourse on the Relative Age Effect in Football
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com This study examined the influence of performance level on the prevalence of the relative age effect in youth football within England. The research presented highlights that this criterion influences the distribution of football players within England. The current study consists of corresponding findings to preceding research into English football. (Simmons … Continue reading A Discourse on the Relative Age Effect in Football
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