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Tuesday, September 2, 2014

lil Wayne HIV/AIDS +ve


Lil Wayne has confirmed that he is HIV/AIDS Positive after some test were carried out on him. The United States of America based Hip Hop Rapper and fans favourite, Lil Wayne, shared this information on his official twitter handle that he tested positive for HIV/
AIDS..

It was an unbelieveable statement and shock to many, especially his fans all over the globe when they heard this. But Lil Wayne later announced that he has accepted the outcome and that he is
ready to live with it and that he is not going to spread it to others but rather keep it to himself until his time come.
Now, the question is; where did he get it from? According to
rumours that he was going out with Nicki Minaj, if this were true, then could Nicki also be positive and be hiding it since she has not announced it officially?

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EBOLA (Messenger of what?)



Doctor Ribner, the leader of the team of professionals in medicine that took care of the two americans Kent Brantly and Nancy Writebol who were declared Ebola free and released after undergoing treatment for the virus they were affected with while working in West Africa.
Which brings about the validity of this report.

Dr. Ribner gave the account that the Ebola survivors are totally immuned against the deadly virus by building antibodies which helps fight the sophisticated virus.

This is what the medical doctor has to say; "In general, the finding is it’s basically
like being immunised-it would be unusual to get
infection with the same strain. We are still evaluating
that in our two patients”.

The medical doctor made it known to all that his assertions are quite exact and that there are two outpatients on evaluation to help buttress his point.

He (Dr. Ribner) said “They have
agreed to undergo additional testing so we can
better understand immunity to Ebola virus. We are
meeting with them periodically”.
“What we found in general is that among our Ebola
patients, because of the amount of fluid they lost
through diarrhoea and vomiting, they had a lot of
electrolyte abnormalities. And so replacing that with
standard fluids without monitoring will not do a very
good job of replacing things like sodium and
potassium. In both of our patients we found those
levels to be very low.
“One of the messages we will be sending back to our
colleagues is even if you don’t have the equipment to
measure these levels, do be aware this is occurring
when patients are having a lot of body fluid loss.”
Immunity: “We are still evaluating that in our two
patients. Cross-protection is not quite as robust.
There are five strains of Ebola viruses. Even though
that data is not great, the feeling is there is potential
for being infected if you go to a different part of
Africa and get exposed to a different strain.
“We are going to be following those two patients as
outpatients, and as part of our evaluation they have
agreed to undergo additional testing so we can
better understand immunity to Ebola virus. We are
meeting with them periodically”, Ribner explained.

Bringing to remembrance that America’s
Ebola vaccine, Zmapp,has been claimed to have cured lab monkeys that have
been infected with the Ebola virus disease.


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EBOLA



Doctor Ribner, the leader of the team of professionals in medicine that took care of the two americans Kent Brantly and Nancy Writebol who were declared Ebola free and released after undergoing treatment for the virus they were affected with while working in West Africa.
Which brings about the validity of this report.

Dr. Ribner gave the account that the Ebola survivors are totally immuned against the deadly virus by building antibodies which helps fight the sophisticated virus.

This is what the medical doctor has to say; "In general, the finding is it’s basically
like being immunised-it would be unusual to get
infection with the same strain. We are still evaluating
that in our two patients”.

The medical doctor made it known to all that his assertions are quite exact and that there are two outpatients on evaluation to help buttress his point.

He (Dr. Ribner) said “They have
agreed to undergo additional testing so we can
better understand immunity to Ebola virus. We are
meeting with them periodically”.
“What we found in general is that among our Ebola
patients, because of the amount of fluid they lost
through diarrhoea and vomiting, they had a lot of
electrolyte abnormalities. And so replacing that with
standard fluids without monitoring will not do a very
good job of replacing things like sodium and
potassium. In both of our patients we found those
levels to be very low.
“One of the messages we will be sending back to our
colleagues is even if you don’t have the equipment to
measure these levels, do be aware this is occurring
when patients are having a lot of body fluid loss.”
Immunity: “We are still evaluating that in our two
patients. Cross-protection is not quite as robust.
There are five strains of Ebola viruses. Even though
that data is not great, the feeling is there is potential
for being infected if you go to a different part of
Africa and get exposed to a different strain.
“We are going to be following those two patients as
outpatients, and as part of our evaluation they have
agreed to undergo additional testing so we can
better understand immunity to Ebola virus. We are
meeting with them periodically”, Ribner explained.

Bringing to remembrance that America’s
Ebola vaccine, Zmapp,has been claimed to have cured lab monkeys that have
been infected with the Ebola virus disease.


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Sunday, August 31, 2014

Indian Woman versus Leopard



This is a true life story of an indian woman who faced death in the aspect of a leopard. Did she survive? Read on

The woman known as Kamla Devi at the age of 56 was fetching water from Uttarakhand state when suddenly a leopard appeared from a nearby bush and pounced on her. All she had with her was a sickle and spade (due to the fact that she was going to her farm) with which she fought the leopard.

The woman (Devi) was carrying water she fetched from a canal to a field of hers near a village known as Sem Nauti in Rudraprayag district when she was attacked on Sunday.

She claimed to have been able to smash some of the leopards teeth after the life battle.

This is what Devi has to say after the battle "I thought I was dead but I did not lose patience and courage.”

“I fought head on with it for almost half an hour. Then I came to know it was dead,” she told reporters after the life battle from where she was hospitalised in the nearby town of Srinagar Garhwal.

The doctors were quite actually very surprised at her survival and had this to say,

"She has two fractures on the right hand and one on the left. She also has deep injuries on her head and legs. There are bite marks all over her body,” said Dr Abdul Rahul, who has been treating her.

"All this happened in a thirty minutes duration. Its a 30minutes battles of life and death. One must occur but it depends on who gets what. Devi got life and the leopard got death."

Her condition is stabilising now.


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Sunday, April 20, 2014

5 sleep mistakes you may have made last night

You’ve run yourself down and desperately need a night of quality Zzzs. But when you hit the pillow, your mind is racing, you’re tossing and turning, and you wake up feeling sluggish all over again.
We may not like to admit it, but having trouble sleeping may be a result of what we do – or don’t do – during the day and before bed.
Dr. Carol Ash, the director for Sleep Medicine at Meridian Health, reveals the top five sleep mistakes and how you can fix them, so you wake up feeling rested, revitalized and ready for the day.

1. Eating too much protein before bed
Avoid eating calorie-dense food, especially protein, right before bed. Protein takes longer to digest, making your body work hard while you’re trying to sleep. “I recommend that people have dinner for breakfast,” says Dr. Ash. A larger meal in the morning will you give you the energy you need for the day and allow your body to focus on sleeping at night.

2. Taking a hot shower before bed
Your body’s core temperature should drop around bedtime to signal it’s time to sleep. If you take a hot shower right before bed, you’re silencing that signal. Don’t want to give up that steamy shower? Take it at least 1.5 to 2 hours before sleeping.

3. Bad posture during the day
Improved posture sets the stage for good sleep. Stand up straight during the day, and sleep on your back to minimize muscle aches and pains. Use a foam roller five minutes before bed. Place it between your shoulder blades and lie on it to stretch your back muscles. This will increase flexibility and reinforce a better posture.

4. Thinking exercise interferes with sleep
The National Sleep Foundation 2013 poll showed exercise any time of day will improve the quality of your sleep.

5. Tossing and turning thinking at least I am getting sleep
This only increases anxiety, making it even harder to fall asleep. Get out of bed and only return when you’re tired. This stops the brain from associating the bedroom with worry.

 
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judge: Michael jacksons mom owes $800,000 aeg live

  • Celebs Judge: Michael Jackson’s mom owes $800,000 to AEG Live
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    A chance to meet Brad Pitt for $10

    Groupon's hottest deal ever: A chance to meet Brad Pitt for $10

    Anna Chan TODAY

    April 18, 2014 at 9:11 AM ET

    Great dining and activity deals are expected from Groupon, but a chance to meet an A-list actor? Now that's an option too. Brad Pitt has teamed with the deal-of-the-day site to raise money for his Make It Right organization.

    For a mere $10, fans and philanthropists can enter for a chance to win the opportunity to meet the "World War Z" star. The prize includes two VIP tickets to the Make It Right Gala (held May 17 in New Orleans), the chance for a group meet-and-greet with Pitt, airfare and hotel for two, transportation to and a private tour of the Ninth Ward site, and the option to volunteer for a day at the site.

    Bruno Mars and Kings of Leon will be performing at the gala.

    Make It Right was founded by the actor in 2007 to build safe, green homes and buildings for communities in need. He launched the group after visiting New Orleans two years after Hurricane Katrina hit, when he saw how little had been done to rebuild the hardest hit area of the city, the Lower Ninth Ward. 

    For those with bigger savings accounts and who want a guaranteed opportunity to meet Pitt, Groupon is offering the "epic deal." A $25,000 donation gets the buyer everything in the contest, plus airfare upgraded to first class and a hotel suite. Only nine epic deals are available. According to the website, $22,500 of each epic deal will go to Make It Right.

    Pitt is the latest A-list actor to offer fans a chance to meet him to benefit charity. George Clooney, Ben Affleck and Matt Damon all recently offered themselves up for dates in order to raise money for the organizations closest to their hearts.

    Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt: Actors and activists

    Image: Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie
    Jason Merritt
    The two actors (and their growing family) travel the world for worthy causes.
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    Friday, January 17, 2014

    Worshippers drink Cow urine to cure cancer, diabetes, stomach problems & baldness (Must Read)


    According to DailyMail, the Hindu believers regard the cow as a holy animal and say her urine has divine healing properties. However, they insist that the cow whose urine one has to drink, should be a virgin – she must not have delivered a calf. Also, the urine is to be collected just before sunrise – that’s the urine that has the best effect.

    They also claim that drinking cow pee is the only effective solution for treating baldness.

    See photos below:
    Jairam Singhal, 42, who has been drinking cow pee for over a decade was keen to testify to its health benefits:

    ‘I had diabetes, but ever since I have started drinking cow urine, my diabetes levels have been under control. Someone told me drinking cow urine is good for health. We have
    had cows here for over 12 years now, so first thing in the morning we take cow urine and drink it.’

    For the cow owners, Singhal, they are excited at the amount of people that come to their ranch to drink urine. He said:

    ‘Lots of people come here. And of late, the numbers have been rising. We all gather in the morning and drink fresh urine that Mother cow offers us. Just a few years ago, there would hardly be anyone interested in taking cow urine from our shelter. But today lots of people come to our cow shelter. There are cancer patients sometimes – they want to see the benefits of cow urine. It is just a matter of time before people realise the utility of cow urine.

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    Olamide, Phyno, Davido, Waje and other winner took the award home as Sean Tizzle got the Next rated Award thereby winning a new HYUNDAI jeep


    Olamide, Phyno, Davido, Waje and other winner took the award home as Sean Tizzle got the Next rated Award thereby winning a new HYUNDAI jeeep>>>See full list on winners below:

    HEADIES 2013

    BEST RECORDING OF THE YEAR
    A non-voting category for the best single recording by an artiste or group in year under review.

    I WISH – WAJE
    GOOD MORNING – BRYMO
    NATURAL SOMETHING – SOUND SULTAN
    THIS YEAR – JAYWON – WINNER

    PRODUCER OF THE YEAR
    An individual responsible for producing the most acclaimed song or album in the year under review.

    PHEELZ – DUROSOKE
    DTUNES – SHO LEE – WINNER
    DEL B – LIMPOPO
    LERIQ – LIKE TO PARTY
    LEGENDURY BEATS – EMI NI BALLER
    BEST MUSIC VIDEO
    A voting category for the best conceptualist, best directed and most exciting video in the year under review. This award goes to the video director.

    ALINGO – JUDE OKOYE/CLARENCE PETERS – WINNER
    OLIVER TWIST – SESAN
    GAGA CRAZY – AJE FILM WORKS
    AZONTO– MOE MUSA
    YES/NO – CLARENCE PETERS
    BEST R&B/POP ALBUM
    A category for the best R&B/Pop Album in the year under review (by single individual or group).

    IYANYA VS. DESIRE – IYANYA
    O.B.O. – DAVIDO – WINNER
    R&BW – BANKYW
    BLESSED – FLAVOUR
    AWAY & BEYOND – 2FACE

    BEST R&B SINGLE
    A category for the best R&B single in year under review (by single individual or group).

    DON’T LET GO – CAPITAL FEMI
    GOOD GOOD LOVING – BANKYW – WINNER
    LIKE TO PARTY – BURNA BOY
    RICH & FAMOUS – PRAIZ
    OMOTE – ESE PETERS

    BEST POP SINGLE
    A category for the best pop single in year under review (by single individual or group)

    IHE NE ME – 2FACE – WINNER
    The KICK – WANDE COAL FT DON JAZZY
    GOBE – DAVIDO
    CATCHING COLD – TUNDE EDNUT
    UR WAIST  – IYANYA
    GOODY BAG – D’PRINCE

    BEST REGGAE/DANCEHALL SINGLE
    A category for the best Reggae/Dancehall single in year under review (by single individual or group).

    I WISH – WAJE – WINNER
    RIHANNA – OREZI
    GIVE IT TO ME – GENERAL PYPE
    GO DOWN – BABA DEE

    BEST RAP ALBUM
    A Non-Voting Category for the Best Album By A Rap Artiste Or Group In Year Under Review.

    OGA BOSS – ILL BLISS
    THE SECOND COMING – VECTOR
    YBNL – OLAMIDE – WINNER
    BOOK OF RAP STORIES – REMINISCE

    BEST COLLABO
    A voting category for the best R&B, Pop or Hip-hop collaborative track (including cameos).

    GHOST MODE – PHYNO FT. OLAMIDE – WINNER
    TONY MONTANA (REMIX) – NAETO C FT. D’BANJ
    BADDEST BOY – EME FT. WIZKID, SKALES & BANKYW
    EZIOKU – LYNXXX FT.  IKECHUWKU, ILL BLISS & PHYNO
    EMI NI BALLER – CHIDINMA FT. SUSPECT & ILL BLISS
    BABY MI DA (REMIX) – DR. VICTOR OLAIYA FT. 2FACE

    BEST RAP SINGLE
    A voting category for a single (released on-air) recording of a rap.

    MAN OF THE YEAR – PHYNO – WINNER
    ANAM ACHI KWANU – ILL BLISS FT. PHYNO
    DUROSOKE – OLAMIDE
    2 MUSSHH – REMINISCE
    GHOST MODE – PHYNO FT OLAMIDE

    BEST VOCAL PERFORMANCE (MALE)
    A non-voting category for the single male artiste with the most outstanding vocal performance on a single song or album.

    RICH AND FAMOUS – PRAIZ – WINNER
    OMOTE – ESE PETERS
    DON’T LET GO – CAPITAL FEMI
    YES/NO – BANKYW

    BEST VOCAL PERFORMANCE (FEMALE)
    A non-voting category for the single female artiste with most outstanding vocal performances on a single song or album.

    I WISH – WAJE
    TOH BAD – NIYOLA
    IRAWO -  SEYI SHAY
    TOTALLY YOURS – ZAINA
    ONLY YOU – NIKKI LAOYE – WINNER

    NEXT RATED
    This category is a voting category for the most promising upcoming officially unreleased (or signed) act in the year under review.

    SEAN TIZZLE – WINNER
    DAMMY KRANE
    BURNA BOY
    SEYI SHAY
    PHYNO

    HIP HOP WORLD REVELATION
    A voting category for the best new artiste in the year under review.

    W.A.J.E – WAJE
    OMO BABA OLOWO – DAVIDO – WINNER
    FRENZY – D’PRINCE
    THE YEAR OF R’N’B – CAPITAL FEMI

    LYRICIST ON THE ROLL
    A non-voting category for the Rap Artiste with the best lyrical depth and performance on a single song or album.

    OLAMIDE – VOICE OF THE STREETS
    BOOGEY – SANCTUM
    MODE 9 – LET IT GO – WINNER
    PHYNO – MAN OF THE YEAR

    BEST STREET-HOP ARTISTE
    A voting category for the artiste whose songs are inspired by the streets. Such song should captain lingua, which may also be originated by the artiste and popular on the street.

    TERRY G – RUN MAD
    DUROSOKE – OLAMIDE – WINNER
    MY DEAR – DAMMY KRANE
    SKIBO – SOLID STAR
    ALAYE – LKT

    BEST ‘ALTERNATIVE’ SONG
    A voting category for the artiste whose songs reflect any form or style of music which falls outside the mainstream of recent or past popular musical trends.

    REPETE – BLACKMAGIC – WINNER
    OMO PASTOR – AJEBUTTER FT. BOJ
    FEEL ALRIGHT – SHOW DEM CAMP FT. BOJ & POE
    THIS YEAR – JAYWON

    ALBUM OF THE YEAR
    A voting category for the best album (solo or group) in year under review, that meets judges requirements of excellence (in every realm: Songwriting, production, rendition and promotion) and acceptability (Sales and popularity).

    IYANYA VS. DESIRE– IYANYA
    O.B.O. – DAVIDO
    R&BW – BANKYW
    BLESSED – FLAVOUR
    YBNL – OLAMIDE – WINNER

    ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
    Most critically and commercially adjudged artiste in the year under review. Overall most successful artiste for the year under review.

    IYANYA – WINNER
    DAVIDO
    WIZKID
    FLAVOUR
    OLAMIDE
    ICE PRINCE

    SONG OF THE YEAR
    A voting category for the most popular song in the year under review. This category is usually decided by voting.

    DUROSOKE – OLAMIDE
    UR WAIST – IYANYA
    ALINGO – P-SQUARE
    SHO LEE – SEAN TIZZLE
    LIMPOPO – KCEE – WINNER
    BEST AFRICAN ARTISTE
    A non-Nigerian award category for an individual African artiste with the most outstanding album and astonishing achievements in year under review.

    R2BEES
    MAFIKIZOLO
    LIQUID DEEP
    SARKODIE
    MICASA

    HALL OF FAME
    Special recognition for excellence and outstanding impact to the entertainment industry.

    ONYEKA ONWENU
    KWAM 1

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    OJB Jezreel Is Writing A Book About His Life Called ‘The Celebrated Beggar’


    Music producer, OJB Jezreel has revealed he is currently writing a book about his life titled The Celebrated Beggar. According to him, the book will talk about his life as a music producer and musician and will also reveal details about his kidney transplant.  He also says even though the surgery has been successful, he still needs a job to be able to cater for his family.
    Even though doctors asked me to chill for six months, I cannot because I have a family to take care of, I have to get back to work. I think the help anyone can render me at this time is to give me jobs to do. I don’t want to just sit down and be idle. This production thing has always been my passion and so I need to get back to it. He told TheNETng.

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    Wizkid’s Manager Disgraces Wizkid’s Fan On Instagram


    A female fan of Wizkid sent a personal message to his manager Godwin Tom, inquiring about him and wanted him (Godwin) to tell the starboy, wizzy that she ‘misses’ him. . .Apparently, for some reason, Godwin felt it was a great idea to post a screenshot of their convo on his instagram page, with the girl’s identity on display..well

    A lot of people seem to think he’s wrong and just an attention seeker for sharing the grab and for not trying to conceal the identity of the sender..
    See some of the replies below

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    Cristiano Ronaldo to buy Real Madrid physios new cars after Ballon d’Or win


    Real Madrid superstar Cristiano Ronaldo will reportedly reward the club’s physiotherapy team by buying each of them a brand new car of their choice following his Ballon d’Or win.

    The Portuguese forward promised Madrid’s physiotherapists that if he won the Ballon d’Or, they would each get a new car, as a present for helping keep him fit in the last 12 months.

    According to Metro.co.uk, many think Ronaldo edged Lionel Messi for the prize because of the Argentine’s recent injury trouble, which has seen him miss the last few weeks of action.

    Meanwhile, Manchester United ace Rio Ferdinand had been saved from running naked on the street after Ronaldo won the Ballon d’Or.

    Ferdinand had vowed to run naked if his former United mate failed to win the award. (ANI)

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    Are You in a Panic Relationship? 5 Signs You're Only Dating Him Because You Settled


    I was less than enthused about the last person I dated, but could not put my finger on why. He was nice, smart, attractive and I had enough fun with him, but something wasn’t right. At first, I chalked my indifference up to a personal tendency towards being overly critical. I had shoved off the detritus of my last long-term relationship and was feeling open to new things and experiences. Dating him felt like something I should be doing -- or at least trying -- so I did. My enthusiasm never peaked, though. It merely flatlined at a “I guess this is good enough” level for six months. It was only after we broke up that I was able to identify what was really going on: I was in a panic relationship.

    A panic relationship is one that is formed by reaction as opposed to desire. Perhaps you meet someone, and you’re in a delicate emotional state, emerging from a long, drawn out breakup. Perhaps the future looms ahead of you, with a vision of yourself greying slowly into spinsterhood. Maybe you’ve decided that you are ready to drop your mantle of shunning new experiences and will let someone in, completely and totally. Or maybe it’s fall and the prospect of romping through foliage is enticing. So you do it, you commit. You go on some dates, you settle into a routine -- and then what?

    We can argue that at the heart of it, every relationship is a panic relationship, operating out of the innate desire to stave off loneliness. Humans are social animals, and this extends to every aspect of personal interactions, from being nice to your coworkers to forming a necessary but taciturn communication with your bodega guy. Every relationship has its ups and downs, because nothing is perfect. However, once the dust settles, and the shiny newness wears off a little, it’s essential to take stock of how you really feel.

    We want to please people, and we want to have faith that relationships will work out, because despite how much you don’t believe it, to be in a successful relationship with another human being proves to society that you are a functioning adult, capable of loving and being loved. Listen to me; there’s nothing wrong with you if you find yourself in a situation that feels as perfunctory as paying taxes or calling your mother. Here are some key signs that you’re panic dating someone:

    1. Your time together is an obligation, not a desire.

    I enjoyed spending time with my ex, but every time we were together, I was casting glances at my phone and sending clandestine texts from the bathroom of bars. At the core, relationships are a set of desires. You want to be with someone, so you are. You want to go to the movies with this person, so you do. You want to spend a day in bed with this person, so you do, with no other desire to be anywhere else. The minute you wake up in the morning and find yourself wishing you had the bed to yourself so you could just read and play Candy Crush, do what you can to get out. I’m not saying that all mornings should be killer sex and secret smiles under the sheets, but you should wake up not silently wishing the person next to you would find their things, get up and leave.

    2. You are reluctant to address the person as your partner.

    It’s never easy to have “the conversation” with someone you’ve just started dating, because it’s scary and new and it puts you and your messy, weird feelings out there, quivering quietly on a table. When my ex and I had “the talk,” it was three in the morning on the walk home after my birthday. Standing under a streetlight, in my stocking feet, holding a pair of boots, I watched as he told me he wanted me to be his girlfriend. I was drunk, I was tired, I was uneasy, but I agreed, out of an attempt to end the conversation and get to bed, and because I felt like it was something I should try. Here’s a hint: You should feel happy to be in this relationship! Having the “are we or aren’t we” conversation should be something both of you want. Once you’re booed up, you should be happy! If you’ve been dating someone for a period of time and keep referring to them as “the person you’re f**king,” then you need to consider getting out. It’s better for the both of you.

    3. You speak more negatively than positively about this person.

    Infatuation often invades your mind space, causing almost everything you mention to friends, passers-by and pets to be about this person that you’ve just let into your life. Take stock of what you’re saying -- is it positive or negative? When I heard myself delivering a 15 minute monologue on how my ex’s habit of singing in public made me want to die, I realized that I couldn’t remember the last time I had anything nice to say about him. There’s a smug satisfaction in complaining about a relationship, because, even if you don’t realize it, you’re taking a small comfort in the fact that you have something to complain about. Recognize this feeling, acknowledge it, but then examine the words that you’re actually saying. If you find yourself saying things that are more negative than positive. That’s not a good thing.

    4. You’ve considered cheating.

    Let’s be clear. It’s perfectly natural to imagine yourself sleeping with people other than the person you’re currently sleeping with. Celebrities, that hot dude you see on the train on your way to work or even old flames -- all these impulses are perfectly natural, completely normal and perfectly fine to have. Monogamy is not a comfortable state of being, so it’s healthy to imagine what it’d be like to be with someone else. These imagined romps are much different than actually following through. My last relationship was such a dud that I spent about a week or two telling friends that I’d sleep with my ex if he came into town and it wouldn’t “really count”. That’s an issue.

    5. You can’t imagine much of a future.

    I’m not saying that when  you start dating someone, you should take to scribbling your names together in your spare time. I think a good sign in a relationship is being able to envision past the next two weeks. If you can’t see yourself making plans in the future, for anything, be it a concert or a brief trip out of town or really, anything that involves planning on your end, then that’s a sign, too. My ex got us tickets to a concert for Christmas, and all I remember thinking to myself is that it was mighty presumptuous of him to assume that we’d still be together in February. We had been dating for 5 months.

    To know whether or not you’re in a panic relationship is to know yourself very well, and often it’s not clear until it’s all over. Keep in mind -- all relationships don’t have to work, and it’s not necessarily something that’s your fault. Be aware of yourself, your feelings, and know that sometimes, a relationship is not the best answer. Embrace being alone, take a minute for yourself and approach a relationship with the best version of you.

     

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    10 Gorgeous Living Room Makeovers -- All Under $100


    Is your living room starting to look a little worn out? Freshening up your home's most-visited space doesn't have to take up a ton of time or money. These easy updates get your room looking gorgeous and -- bonus -- cost $100 or less to pull off. 

    Create a Gallery Wall

    Bed Bath & Beyond

    Hanging artwork and photos in an artful arrangement is a budget-friendly way to fill up a big blank wall. Use frames of a similar color or shape for a pulled-together look that's still completely homey.

    To buy: Seven-piece gallery frame set, $49.99 at Bed Bath & Beyond 

    Swap Out Throw Pillows

    Lamps Plus

    Throw pillows are one of the quickest and most affordable ways to add an on-trend pattern or pop of color to your space. For extra sizzle, mix and match prints and patterns. 

    To buy: Safavieh chevron accent pillows, $89.91 for a set of two at Lamps Plus 

    Bring in a Bold Rug

    Urban Outfitters

    Pow! We love how a graphic area rug can totally transform a space. Try one with an unexpected pattern for a whole new look.

    To buy: Plum & Bow Zooey dot rug, from $19 at Urban Outfitters

    Update Table Lamps

    West Elm

    A new pair of lamps on your side tables in an on-trend material like mercury glass can revitalize any room.

    To buy: Mini Abacus table lamp in mercury, $69 at West Elm 

    Score a Wow-Worthy Accessory

    Z Gallerie

    Even just one new accessory can make a room feel fresh and exciting, so long as it's bold enough (and no, we don't mean expensive!).

    To buy: Branch Bowl, $69.95 at Z Gallerie 

    Increase Seating Capacity

    JCPenney

    Toss a couple of patterned poufs in front of the coffee table or in a corner for instant color and handy overflow seating. Since poufs are so small, it's okay to choose ones with an extra bold pattern.

    To buy: Happy Chic by Jonathan Adler Charlotte round pouf, $83.99 on sale at JCPenney  

    Choose Multi-Purpose Storage Pieces

    Overstock

    A storage ottoman with clean lines not only looks smart, but it also helps clear away any untidy-looking miscellany. Plus, it can have your space company-ready in no time flat.

    To buy: Faux leather storage ottoman bench, $98.58, Overstock.com 

    Replace Faded Curtain Panels

    Crate & Barrel

    Faded or torn curtains or drapes can make a space look tired and outdated. Swap out tired window coverings with a new pair of curtain panels in an unexpected color or pattern.

    To buy: Alston curtain panels, from $89.95 at Crate & Barrel 

    Cozy Up

    West Elm

    A throw blanket is not only a warm item to cozy up with over a book or TV binge, but it's also an affordable way to add color, texture and pattern.

    To buy: Striped Softest Throw, $49 at West Elm  

    Add Some Greenery

    Etsy/TerrariumHouse

    Even a single pop of green can invigorate a lackluster corner or surface. Potted succulents or a terrarium filled with with ferns or begonias look great and require next-to-no maintenance.

    To buy: Tropical Eclipse terrarium, $98 at Etsy 

    Alesandra Dubin is a Los Angeles-based writer and the founder of home and travel blog Homebody in Motion

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    Bruce Springsteen, Jimmy Fallon take a 'Run' at Chris Christie traffic scandal


    Jan. 15, 2014 at 9:20 AM ET

    Soon-to-be "Tonight Show" host Jimmy Fallon busted out his musical comedy chops once again on "Late Night" Tuesday, and this time, he had a little fun at New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie's expense.

    The 2016 GOP presidential hopeful has been facing scrutiny after reports tied one of his aides to the George Washington Bridge traffic snarl after lanes were closed last fall in retaliation against a Democratic mayor who didn't endorse Christie's re-election.

    The late-night host, dressed as an '80s-era Bruce Springsteen, reworked the rocker's classic hit "Born to Run" and delivered a slowed down, acoustic tune with lyrics from the working man's point of view.

    "In the day we sweat it out on the streets stuck in traffic on the GWB," Fallon-as-Springsteen sang. "They shut down the tollbooths of glory because we didn't endorse Christie. ... We gotta get out but we can't. We're stuck in Gov. Chris Christie's Fort Lee, N.J., traffic jam!"

    Midsong, the real Boss himself — also dressed in his signature '80s look — joined the comedian in the reworking of his hit. "The press conference went on and on, it was longer than one of my own damn shows," Springsteen crooned. "Someday, governor, I don't know when, this will all end but 'til then you're killing the working man who's stuck in Gov. Chris Christie's Fort Lee, N.J., traffic jam!"

    The governor gave a two-hour press conference after the scandal broke. Springsteen himself made headlines in 2012 after giving his first four-hour concert, which happened in Helsinki, Finland. 

    One thing viewers likely noticed during the Sprinsteen-Fallon jam, thanks to the sleeveless denim shirts, were The Boss' well-toned arms. They certainly didn't escape the comedian's notice.

    "We had a little push-up contest going backstage. We had to get the look right," Springsteen said of the pair's performance outfit.

    "I was doing it because, I didn't tell you, 'cause your arms are so jacked, I'm like, 'I got my wimpy comedian arms!'" Fallon laughed. "I did, like, 100 push-ups! ... You out-push-upped me! I just broke down! You beat me! You killed me!"

    Fallon wasn't the only admiring The Boss' arms.

    "When we showed that video here on the set for the first time, all the girls could say is, 'Check out Bruce's arms. Guns!' " TODAY host Matt Lauer joked Wednesday. He also called the Springsteen-Fallon performance "so creative" and "so clever."

    Springsteen just released his 18th studio album, "High Hopes," Tuesday.

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    Beyonce: Women must 'demand' equal opportunities


    Jan. 13, 2014 at 5:51 PM ET

    Beyonce Knowles-Carter wrote the following essay for "The Shriver Report," published in partnership with Center for American Progress and focusing on women in economic peril. Maria Shriver is reporting on these challenges with her TODAY series, #DoingItAll.

    Image: Beyonce
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    We need to stop buying into the myth about gender equality. It isn’t a reality yet. Today, women make up half of the U.S. workforce, but the average working woman earns only 77 percent of what the average working man makes. But unless women and men both say this is unacceptable, things will not change. Men have to demand that their wives, daughters, mothers, and sisters earn more—commensurate with their qualifications and not their gender. Equality will be achieved when men and women are granted equal pay and equal respect.

    Humanity requires both men and women, and we are equally important and need one another. So why are we viewed as less than equal? These old attitudes are drilled into us from the very beginning. We have to teach our boys the rules of equality and respect, so that as they grow up, gender equality becomes a natural way of life. And we have to teach our girls that they can reach as high as humanly possible.

    We have a lot of work to do, but we can get there if we work together. Women are more than 50 percent of the population and more than 50 percent of voters. We must demand that we all receive 100 percent of the opportunities.

    This piece is an excerpt from "The Shriver Report: A Woman's Nation Pushes Back from the Brink" in partnership with Center for American Progress and was originally posted on ShriverReport.org, a digital destination aimed at inspiring conversations that modernize America's relationship with women. You can download the full report at ShriverReport.org.

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    Friday, January 10, 2014

    Five Utterly Insane Cults Still Active Today


    Five Utterly Insane Cults Still Active Today

    November 7, 2012

    Five Utterly Insane Cults: Eckankar

    Founded in Minnesota in 1965, the Eckankar movement promotes the idea that one can separate their soul from their body and experience the “Light and Sound” of God by journeying beyond the mortal form.

    The group has been heavily criticized for the fact that nearly all of founder Paul Twichell’s works have been plagiarized from other spiritual material or blatantly fabricated. The group has also come under fire for the fact that the primary spiritual leader is also the CEO of the company that sells the founder’s materials for profit.

    Utterly Insane Cults: Raëlism

    Raëlism itself began prior to its official 1976 formation during a series of conventions hosted in France. Raëlism devotees believe that extraterrestrials genetically engineered humanity thousands of years ago and have been guiding us throughout history through their representatives on Earth who typically have taken the form of major religious figures such as Buddha and Jesus Christ.

    Members of Raëlism currently believe that the cults leaders are the modern-day versions of past Raël visitors and that they must teach the world to become peaceful enough to allow the Raëlist extraterrestrials to return to Earth and visit humans at embassies the Raëlist members have built around the world.

    Utterly Insane Cults: New Mathura Vrindaban

    The New Mathura Vrindaban group is an offshoot of Hare Krishna founded in 1968 by Kirtanananda Swami and Hayagriva Swami. Under the leadership of Kirtanananda Swami, the group became infamous for a wide range of multi-million dollar racketing schemes, mail fraud, and the illegal sales of copyrighted material. Using the money earned from illegal business, Kirtanananda Swami was able to greatly expand New Vrindaban and form communities throughout the Northeast and Midwestern United States.

    The Kashi Ashram

    Based in Florida, the movement of Kashi Ashram was founded in 1976 by an individual called Ma Jaya Sati Bhagavati who believed that she had received visions first from Jesus Christ and then from several Hindu deities. The group promotes actions of compassion and understanding while also encouraging a community-driven lifestyle.

    Many former members of the Kashi movement have criticized the group for brainwashing the cults members into believing that Ma Jaya was a God and that they should give themselves and their children, in some cases through informal adoption, to her for training. Though Ma Jaya herself died in 2003, the movement continues to this day.

    The Brethren

    Founded in 1971 by American Jimmie T. Roberts, The Brethren exists as a radical group that believes that the only way to prepare for the inevitable end of the world is to purify oneself by giving up all modern comforts and conveniences.

    Brethren are expected to make or forage for anything they need and live in groups that ignore most modern social conventions. Members of the Brethren are also forbidden from celebrating or playing, since it is believed that all forms of celebration should be saved for the return of their savior at the end of the world. Members of the group typically sever all ties to the world upon joining, which has led to movements formed by families trying to find missing family members post-Brethren joining.

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    North Korea remains the world's most restrictive nation in which to practice Christianity


    Report: North Korea worst for Christian persecution

    Heard on Fox

    FoxNews.com

    North Korea remains the world's most restrictive nation in which to practice Christianity, according to the 2014 World Watch List released by Open Doors, a nonprofit organization helping persecuted Christians worldwide. The hermit kingdom is at the top of the rankings for the 12th consecutive year.

    The list is compiled of countries where Christians face the most pressure and violence. Other nations included are Somalia, Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan and Iran.

    In an interview with Fox News’ Lauren Green, Dr. David Curry, president and CEO of Open Doors USA, said in North Korea, “it’s very dangerous to identify yourself as a Christian.”

    North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un’s absolute rule over the country and the lack of accurate information coming out of Pyongyang makes it difficult to know exactly how the Christian community is treated.

    “In some countries there are some freedoms and violence against Christians is noted in news media … in North Korea the control is total,” said Curry. “Reports that have been getting out that have been identified and confirmed by the U.N.  about what is happening to Christians, the kinds of torture that are happening to them … is absolutely inhumane.”

    Curry said Kim’s regime might feel threatened by people in North Korea practicing Christianity.

    “There’s a weird theocracy that’s been developed over three generations … that’s is especially fearful of any sort of spirituality or personal faith that would run contrary to the fact Kim Jong-Un [and his predecessors] … consider themselves Gods,” said Curry.

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    Satan Statue Design In Oklahoma Joins Christian, Atheist, Satanist Monument Battle


    Satan Statue Design In Oklahoma Joins Christian, Atheist, Satanist Monument Battle

    Satan Statue Design In Oklahoma Joins Christian, Atheist, Satanist Monument Battle

    A Satan statue design is a Satanist monument proposed by Oklahoma Satanists to compete with the Ten Commandments and the Atheist monument already on government grounds around the United States.

    As previously reported by The Inquisitr, the designers of the Atheist monument readily admitted it was an attack on the Ten Commandments monument. They even said they’d take the Atheist monument down if the Ten Commandments was removed.

    Atheist leader Dave Silverman almost predicted the Satan statue design when he opined on what the Atheist monument meant for the future:

    “So if the Christians are allowed to put up the 10 Commandments and we’re allowed to put up a monument to secularism and the separation of church and state, yes the Muslims should be allowed to put up a monument to pedophile prophets and yes, the yes, a Scientologist. Yes, they should all be allowed to put up whatever they want because this is a free speech zone.”

    Oklohoma’s Satanic Temple spokesman Lucien Greaves says Satan will be depicted as Baphomet, which has a goat body, horns, and wings. They plan on building the Satanist monument next to the Ten Commandments. The Satan statue design calls for smiling children next to a pentagram throne, which is said to make the Satanist monument functional:

    “The monument has been designed to reflect the views of Satanists in Oklahoma City and beyond. The statue will also have a functional purpose as a chair where people of all ages may sit on the lap of Satan for inspiration and contemplation.”

    If you happen to recognize the name Lucien Greaves from somewhere, it’s because he officiated the Satanist Westboro Church “pink mass” that was alleged to have turned Fred Phelps’ dead mother into a lesbian. And while Greaves obviously wasn’t too serious about the pink mass, he says the group is serious about Satan statue design and has already raised almost half of the $20,000 necessary to build the Satanist monument.

    This request for a Satanist monument in OK came alongside pleas from Hindus, an animal rights groups, and an atheist group wanting to mock Intelligent Design with a Flying Spaghetti Monster monument. As such, the Oklahoma Capitol Preservation Commission is putting a hold on any requests until a lawsuit by the ACLU concerning the Ten Commandments monument is settled.

    Do you think the Satan statue design should be allowed on government grounds because of free speech and religious freedom laws in the United States?

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    Pope Francis used to be a bar bouncer


    Pope Francis reveals he used to work as a bar bouncer

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    • Nov. 27, 2013: Pope Francis waves as he conducts his weekly general audience at St. Peter's Square at the Vatican.Reuters

    It’s common knowledge that St. Peter guards the pearly gates. But what many people might not know is Pope Francis used to guard the door at a bar in Argentina.

    That’s right: Pope Francis used to be a bar bouncer.

    The 76-year-old pontiff disclosed his previous vocation in a parish visit to the church of San Cirillo Alessandrino in a working-class neighborhood on the outskirts of Rome on Sunday, the Catholic News Service reported.

    The nugget from Francis’ past, when he used to be known as Jorge Mario Bergoglio, was disclosed during a four-hour conversation, in which the pope also mentioned he used to sweep floors and run tests in a chemical laboratory as a teenager.

    The anecdote is yet another example of Francis’ growing reputation as a “pope of the people.” Since ascending to the papacy in March, Francis has eschewed such trappings as the Popemobile, washed the feet of prisoners and has shown a penchant for showing up unannounced wherever the faithful gather.

    Last month, photos of Francis cradling and kissing the head of a man covered with tumors went viral, providing a powerful image of a pope dedicated to helping the poor.

    In turn, Francis’ popularity has sparked renewed interest in the church. A recent survey by sociologist Massimo Introvigne of Catholic clergy in Italy noted an increase in the numbers attending Mass and confession since Francis’ election. In Italy alone, more than 100,000 are “returning,” often after decades of non-attendance.

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    Time to Swoon! The 10 Hottest Guys of 2013


    Time to Swoon! The 10 Hottest Guys of 2013

    These hot guys (Ryan! Liam!) made 2013 a super sexy year to remember

    By Teresa Roca - December 30, 2013
    The 10 Hottest Guys of 2013

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    From Miley Cyrus' racy performances to the arrival of Prince George and North West to Beyonce's super-secret album, celebrities certainly didn't make this year a boring one.
     
    But what was our favorite part of 2013? Seeing all of the attractive Hollywood hunks, of course!
     
    From Ryan Gosling to Liam Hemsworth, these stars not only had successful years, but they also looked better than ever!
     
    Check out the 10 hottest guys who made 2013 extra special.
     

    Channing Tatum

    Channing Tatum

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    Channing heated up the big screen with the hits Side Effects, G.I. Joe Retaliation and White House Down. But fans weren't the only ones to be starstuck over the hunky new dad. Stars like Olivia Munn, Jamie Foxx, Miley Cyrus and Jimmy Kimmel paid homage to the actor's sex appeal and overall awesomeness in the laugh out loud music video, "(I Wanna) Channing All Over Your Tatum.”
     
     

    Adam Levine

    Adam Levine

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    Whether it was his soothing voice that led to countless radio hits, his flawless skills as a coach on The Voice or his perfect physique, the Maroon 5 singer snagged People's Sexiest Man Alive for 2013. After looking at a compilation of Adam's shirtless photos, we couldn't agree more with their decision!
     
     

    Justin Timberlake

    Justin Timberlake

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    Fans could not get enough of Justin in 2013. His hit album, The 20/20 Experience, reached No. 1 on the charts, selling 968,000 albums in its first week. His guest spot with Jimmy Fallon on Saturday Night Live last week scored the show's highest ratings in two years. Justin even starred in Inside Llewyn Davis (in theaters now), which is already receiving Oscar buzz. Aside from a hands-down successful year, you have to admit that he looks pretty darn sexy in a suit and tie. 
     
     

    Ryan Gosling

    Ryan Gosling

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    Although his flicks Gangster Squad and Only God Forgives were box-office bombs, that didn't stop the Internet from continuing to gush over the sexy star. Google Chrome released an extension called Hey Girl, which allows viewers to transform images into photos of Ryan. In addition to Hey Girl memes and Feminist Ryan Gosling, a new meme was created this year: Ryan Gosling Won't Eat His Cereal. With Ryan taking a break from acting, these memes will certainly ease the pain. 
     
     

    Ian Somerhalder

    Ian Somerhalder

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    Not only does the blue-eyed star play the irresistible bad boy Damon Salvatore on The Vampire Diaries (where we get to enjoy his incredible abs), but he is also quite charitable. Nothing could be hotter than a do-gooder! The actor began the Ian Somerhalder Foundation in 2010 to inform people on the importance of protecting the environment and animals. Ian also made headlines this year with his split from actress and costar Nina Dobrev. It may have broken the hearts of fans everywhere, but at least Ian is now back on the market! 
     
     

    Taye Diggs

    Taye Diggs

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    Whether big or small, Taye can spice up any screen! The sizzling star sadly split from wife Idina Menzel, but continued to make us laugh (and leave little to the imagination) on the hit series New Girl. Taye also returned to the big screen in The Best Man Holiday, which left us wanting more of the sexy star!
     
     

    Leonardo DiCaprio

    Leonardo DiCaprio

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    Leonardo broke the hearts of many when he announced his "long, long break" from acting in January (what happened to "never let go," Jack?!), but luckily fans were able to enjoy Leonardo for another year with two flicks that topped the box office charts, The Great Gatsby and The Wolf of Wall Street (in theaters now). Between his baby blues and sweet smile, we can't wait for Leo to sizzle on the big screen (and the red carpet) again!
     
     

    Liam Hemsworth

    Liam Hemsworth

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    Chris Hemsworth made our list last year, and now the honor is going to the other hot Hemsworth! Liam certainly made a name for himself in Hollywood this year -- and it isn't only because of his amazing looks and rocky relationship with ex Miley Cyrus. The actor nailed roles in Love and Honor, Empire State, Paranoia and The Hunger Games: Catching Fire. Between his acting skills and good looks, we can't wait to see more of the handsome hunk. Eat your heart out, Miley! 
     
     

    Bradley Cooper

    Bradley Cooper

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    Two years after being announced People's Sexiest Man Alive, Bradley continues to make ladies swoon in his presence! Between his pearly whites, and the fact that he's a total momma's boy (aww!), fans can't get enough of the talented actor. Bradley and his wolf pack returned to the big screen this year for more crazy and hysterical antics in The Hangover Part III, while he teamed up with Jennifer Lawrence again in the buzzed about David O. Russell film Americam Hustle (also starring Christian Bale, Amy Adams and Jeremy Renner). 
     
     

    Idris Elba

    Idris Elba

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    At 41, Idris is the oldest celebrity on our list, but that doesn't make him any less sexy! With memorable performances in Pacific Rim, Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom (which is receiving Oscar buzz), Thor: The Dark World and a recurring role in the series Luther, Idris is not only attractive, but also talented! And who doesn't love an English accent?
     
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