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We thank Thee each morning for a new born day Where we may work the fields of new mown hay We thank Thee for the sunshine and the air that we breathe Oh Lord, we thank Thee Thank Thee for the rivers that run all day Thank Thee for the little birds that sing along the way Thank Thee for the trees and the deep blue sea Oh Lord, we thank Thee Oh yes, we thank Thee, Lord, for every flower that blooms Birds that sing, fish that swim and the light of the moon We thank Thee every day as we kneel and pray That we were born with eyes to see these things Thank Thee for the fields where the clover is grown Thank Thee for the pastures where cattle may roam Thank Thee for Thy love so pure and free Oh Lord, we thank Thee Oh yes, we thank Thee, Lord, for every flower that blooms Birds that sing, fish that swim and the light of the moon We thank Thee every day as we kneel and pray That we were born with eyes to see these things. Credit:Jim Reeves. Image Credit: Lead change.  " Gratitude ! "

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History: Did you Know that Forks Were Considered to be Sacrilegious in the past? Here's why. A   cutlery or kitchenware, a fork is a utensil, now usually made of metal, whose long handle terminates in a head that branches into several narrow and often slightly curved tines with which one can spear foods either to hold them to cut with a knife or to lift them to the mouth. In an article about the origins of the fork, by Chad Ward, at Leite's Culinaria. It turns out the fork is a relatively new invention. Although the first forks were used in ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome, the two-tined instruments were used only as cooking tools at the time. It wasn't until the Middle Ages that a smaller version was used for eating by wealthy families of the Middle East and Byzantine Empire. What the fork? Forks, the widely used eating utensils, were once seen as blasphemous. They were first introduced in Italy in the 11th Century.  These spiked spaghetti-twirling instruments were seen as a

Omicron symptoms to look out for in kids - with one 'unusual' sign spotted by GP Amongst the usual cold-like symptoms such as a runny nose, a sore throat and headache - children could also develop a rash - with 15% of those testing positive presenting with the more unusual symptoms Experts are warning of the specific symptoms of Omicron to look out for in children - with one 'unusual' sign spotted by a GP. Amongst the usual cold-like symptoms such as a runny nose, a sore throat and headache - children could also develop a rash. One doctor said 15% of children who tested positive for the Covid variant, also presented with a rash. Dr David Lloyd told Sky News: "Things like fatigue, a headache and loss of appetite seem to be quite important, as does a rash. One doctor said 15% of children who tested positive for the Covid variant, also presented with a rash. Dr David Lloyd told Sky News: "Things like fatigue, a headache and loss of appetite seem to be quite impor

Biden confirms end of Omicron travel curbs for African nations. US president says restrictions are ‘no longer necessary’, as new COVID-19 variant becomes dominant strain. US President Joe Biden has formally ordered an end to travel restrictions on eight southern African countries imposed last month to slow the spread of the Omicron coronavirus variant, saying that the curbs are “no longer necessary to protect the public health”. Biden issued a proclamation on Tuesday repealing the restrictions on travel into the United States from South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Lesotho, Eswatini, Mozambique and Malawi. The ban will be lifted at 12:01am (05:01 GMT) on Friday. The Biden administration had announced its intention to undo the travel restrictions late last week, as health officials announced Omicron already had become the dominant strain of the virus in the country. "Importantly, scientific experts have determined that people who are vaccinated against COVID-19 are protecte

Can Rosemary Oil Really Make Your Hair Grow? Here's the Deal. Just as I was about to give up on my hopes of having longer, thicker, fuller hair, I heard some pretty convincing testimonials about a little something called rosemary oil. Rumor has it this essential oil (aka rosemary oil leaf extract, or rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, if you're looking at an ingredient label) can supposedly prevent hair loss, reduce breakage and split ends, and improve hair growth. Before I got my hopes up (and before I spent money on something that would end up in the pile of ineffective hair supplements under my bathroom sink), I turned to the experts to find out what's for real and what's fiction. Here, Yoram Harth, MD, board-certified dermatologist and founder of the newly launched MDhair, and Gretchen Friese, BosleyMD certified trichologist, share the science behind using rosemary oil for hair growth and what to know before giving it a try yourself. Is rosemary oil good for hair grow

Serena Williams and Daughter Olympia Match in Sweet Pink Ballerina Outfits. The tennis star posted an adorable video on Instagram Thursday of herself and her 4-year-old daughter, Olympia Ohanian, twinning in ballerina gear. In the clip, Olympia dances in front of the camera while wearing a pink skirt and white top. Williams, 40, sits behind her dressed in the same outfit, with the mother-daughter duo both sporting braids, as well as "matching" sunglasses and headbands (thanks to an Instagram filter). In the clip, Williams laughs as Olympia shows off her dance moves then turns around to face her mom before Williams tells her, "I don't need to be in the camera. You got too much pizazz, girl," and shifts out of the frame. The video wraps up with a few more seconds of Olympia dancing before it comes to an end. The pro athlete captioned her post, "My morning. Credit: Yahoo news

Nigeria international Victor Osimhen has tested positive for Covid-19 ahead of the commencement of the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations. "SSC Napoli have announced that Victor Osimhen has tested positive for Covid-19 but is asymptomatic. Dr. Tartaro was due to perform a check-up on the player tomorrow,” a statement from the Serie A outfit read. “Consequently, the local authorities have ordered that Osimhen self-isolate and the check-up will be rescheduled after he has tested negative and his period of isolation ends.” This news will come as a big blow to the Super Eagles’ preparations for Cameroon 2021 as the 23-year-old is expected to lead the attacking line of the three-time African champions. With this, he could miss the 2013 African champions’ opening Group D fixtures against Egypt (January 11) and Sudan (January 15) at the Roumde Adjia Stadium in Garoua. Osimhen was named in Augustine Eguavoen’s 28-man squad for the 33rd edition of the African football showpiece after the former Li

A review of Canadian immigration in 2021ANALYSIS: The coronavirus pandemic continued to influence the direction of Canada's immigration system in 2021. The onset of the coronavirus pandemic changed the course of Canada’s immigration system in 2020 and while things have stabilized, the pandemic caused IRCC to make major adjustments in 2021. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) entered 2021 facing difficult circumstances. Immigration application backlogs were growing, many newcomers such as Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR) holders waited in limbo overseas, COVID case levels were high at home and around the world, vaccination rates remained low, travel restrictions and Canada’s public health measures posed difficulties for newcomers looking to enter the country, and despite all this, the federal government mandated IRCC with landing 401,000 new permanent residents this year IRCC decided early in the year the best way to achieve this goal was to transition as m

Alchohol Is Indeed A Mocker!    Image Credit: Smooch/Symbols and Emoticons, VectorStock.com "Laugh Into The New Year People...Hahaha!"

I was accused of supplying arms to militants —Uche Nwosu Former Chief of Staff  to Imo State  Government  and son -in-law to former Governor Rochas Okorocha, Mr Uche Nwosu said yesterday that he was accused of supplying arms to militants.This allegation was contained  a petition  made to the police  by  yet-to-identified individual.  Nwosu made this known  in Owerri, while narrating the  experience of  his  arrest by security operatives at St Peter’s Anglican Church Eziama-Obiere, in Nkwerre Local Government Area of Imo State  during the outing service of his late mother, Jemimah Nwosu, last Sunday. He  explained that he was taken to the Police Tactical Squad office in Abuja, where he was told by the police that  “Someone wrote a petition against me (Nwosu), that I was supplying arms to militants and giving them money.” He added that there was no time that the police officially invited him to come and answer questions from the petition against him.  He therefore  demanded from the Insp

Meet our man of the moment, Dwayne,The Rock" Johnson.  Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson has plenty of reasons to toast 2021 with some Teremana. He produced and starred in two hit films, "Jungle Cruise" and "Red Notice," debuted his biographical sitcom "Young Rock," saw unprecedented sales growth with his Teremana tequila, and became the most followed American man on Instagram with 285 million followers. At 49, with grit, charisma and determination to "deliver the goods," Johnson has segued from professional wrestler to movie star, major entrepreneur and someone nearly half of America would like to see as the next president of the United States, according to one poll. Dwayne Johnson leads the list of best paid actors worldwide in 2020. He earned 87.5 million U.S. dollars. Dwayne Douglas Johnson, also known by his ring name The Rock, is an American actor, businessman, and former professional wrestler. Regarded as one of the greatest profess

Ghislaine Maxwell has been convicted of recruiting teenage girls for Epstein sexual abuse. United State jury on Wednesday convicted Ghislaine Maxwell, she was found guilty of helping the late financier Jeffrey Epstein sexually abuse teenage girls, sealing a remarkable fall from grace for the British socialite. Ghislaine Noelle Marion Maxwell is a British socialite, convicted of sex trafficking and other offences connected with the financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. She worked for her father Robert Maxwell until his death in 1991, when she moved to the United States and became a close associate of Epstein. 

  The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has appointed a new Super Eagles coach.  Portuguese manager Jose Peseiro as the new head coach of the Super Eagles. The NFF endorsed a proposal by its Technical and Development sub-committee for the appointment of the new coach. His appointment follows the sacking of Gernot Rohr earlier this December, 2021. Nevertheless, the interim head coach Augustine Eguavoen will be in charge of the three-time African champions for the African Cup of Nations in Cameroon,  while coach Peseiro will serve as an observer. This decision was made known by the executive committee of the NFF. The NFF says the tournament will be a good avenue for Peseiro to launch a working relationship with Eguavoen, who will revert to his role as technical director of the NFF after the AFCON. The 61-year-old was in charge of the Venezuela national team until August and has also coached Sporting Lisbon, FC Porto, and Al Ahly of Egypt. A friendly match will be held for the Super Eagle

Fake housing advertisement on Facebook left woman penniless. A woman who was duped out of £1,000 by a fake property advert on Facebook has warned househunters to be extra vigilant before handing over any cash. Sasha, 60, said the scam left her penniless after she tried to find a property for her son in Stoke-on-Trent. Action Fraud said more than 4,300 people have reported being conned out of a total of £6.4m through rental scams - many online - since January. "I felt physically sick when the penny dropped," she said. It is thought that lockdown also contributed to the number of people being duped because many househunters could only view properties virtually. Sasha, not her real name, is on disability benefits and borrowed money to find her son somewhere to live after splitting from his girlfriend. She spotted what looked like a suitable home being advertised on Facebook, but the "agent" told her the landlord was away and if she wanted it quickly, she could have a

Cristiano Ronaldo statue divides opinion in India. A newly unveiled statue of Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo is dividing opinion in India. Placed in the western Goa state, where football is hugely popular, officials hope it will inspire young people. But Goa is also a former Portuguese colony, and it is 60 years since the state was freed from Portugal. Critics say local football players should have been honoured, especially since several past and present members of India's national team are Goan. Very disappointed to hear of the statue of Ronaldo being erected. Learn to take pride in our own icons like Samir Naik and Bruno Coutinho," a local Goan told the IANS news agency. During the statue's inauguration, some people waved black flags in protest, the Times of India newspaper reported. Portugal's football team is popular in Goa, and due to its colonial past, many locals have lived in Portugal or have family there. But some people in the Indian state feel it

Peru Para: Peruvian Govt Reacts To Fire Boy’s Hit Track. The Peruvian Government has reacted to the latest remix of ‘Peru’ Fireboy DML’s hit track. The remix which features Grammy award winner Ed Sheeran currently has over N7million views, four days after the video was released on Youtube. The Peruvian government in a reaction through its official Twitter handle insinuated that Fireboy may have gotten his inspiration for the smash hit track from the country’s name. In a tweet below: PERU PARA, PERU PERU PARA!!! Seems like @edsheeran and @fireboydml were inspired by our country to launch their newest hit?” Have you already listened to it? It’s called “Peru” and sounds really catchy! #MarcaPerú #Peru #EdSheeran YBNL act Fireboy DML is on the elite long list of Nigerians to hit 100 million streams on music platforms. The track is currently top six among the UK Apple chart surpassing the legendary Christmas anthem ‘All I Want for Christmas’ by Mariah Carey among other hits. Find a screensh

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Ghana Police warn against New Year prophecies, threaten to arrest perpetrators Beware of false prophets: Police warn against 'fake' 31st watch night prophecies. The police said it will prosecute any pastor, prophet, or bishop who prophesies harm, danger, and death of any individual or group without proof of the prophecy being true. It also cautioned Ghanaians who publish such information or share same via electronic means, especially where the said communication has the potential to cause fear and alarm to the public or endanger lives in the country. In a statement, the police administration said "Over the years, communication of prophecies of harm, danger, and death, by some religious leaders, have created tension and panic in the Ghanaian society and put the lives of many people in fear and danger." It is also a crime for a person, by means of electronic communications service, to knowingly send a communication that is false or misleading and likely to prejudice the

JUST FOR LAUGH! I told my son, "he would marry a girl that I choose."... He said "NO!" 🤔 I told him, "the person is Obama's daughter." 🤑... He said "YES!" 😂 I called Obama to let him know that, "my son will marry his daughter." - He said "No!" 🤔 I told Obama, "my son is the CEO of world bank." 🤑 He said, "YES!"😂😂 I called the president of world bank and told him, "to make my son the CEO." He said "NO!" 🤔🤔 I told him that, "my son is Obama's son- in- law." 🤑. He said "YES!" 🤣🤣 "This is just how the world works now."😜... In most cases, you must know someone or someone that knows someone in order to be accepted. It is all about connection. "EVEN TO GET A PLATE OF RICE IN A WEDDING NOW NEEDS CONNECTION....😅 " A smile is like a thousand sweet flavours, so smile people." Be Happy! 

Canada records more than two million COVID-19 cases. More provinces have tightened public health restrictions as the Omicron variant sent Canada’s COVID-19 cases soaring past the two million mark and raised fears of a post-holiday hospital spike. The government of Canada’s health website said the total case count was 2,000,976 as of Boxing Day. The website wasn’t updated over the holiday period. The new milestone was reached as several provinces recorded their highest-ever COVID-19 case numbers over the Christmas weekend. Manitoba said Monday it was imposing new public health restrictions after the province reported eight new COVID-19 related deaths and 2,154 cases over a three-day period since Christmas Eve. The new restrictions cap indoor and outdoor public gatherings at 50 per cent of the venue’s capacity or 250 people — whichever is fewer — even for those who are fully vaccinated. They begin Tuesday at 12:01 a.m. Premier Heather Stefanson said the restrictions will be disappointing

 Just in: Abaribe declares interest for 2023 guber election in Abia . Senate Minority Leader and Senator representing Abia South district, Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, has confirmed his rumoured governorship ambition in 2023. Senator Abaribe made the confirmation Monday, while fielding questions from news men after a grand civic reception in his honour by Nzuko Ahiaba la Abayi in Obingwa and Aba North Local Government Areas. The former Deputy Governor said he had already formerly informed Gov. Okezie Ikpeazu of his ambition to succeed him come 2023. Senator Abaribe who was earlier conferred with the chieftaincy title of ” Maduforo Nde Ngwa” (We still have remnants), expressed delight over the recognition. He said the honour would spur him into more patriotic actions for not just his constituency but the state, Ndi Igbo and Nigeria at large. Senator Abaribe who said he had suffered persecutions because of his stance against injustice and oppression, declared that no amount of persecution

 Dieticians are urging Australians to eat a "rainbow" diet to boost nutrition, and new colourful breeds of vegetables are becoming available to make that task easier.  Healthy eating does apply to everyone.  Dietician Simone Austin said eating a variety of colours increased the amount of nutrients the human body can absorb.  "Any colours in vegetables, but particularly the purples and dark greens show that they've got lots of antioxidants in them and antioxidants are particularly good for us," she said. Antioxidants are substances that can prevent or slow damage to cells caused by the body processing food and reacting to the environment. "Antioxidants can reduce inflammation in our body ... lots of the diseases and chronic conditions, like diabetes or heart disease, are often linked to that inflammation in our body over a long time," Ms Austin said. But don't just purchase all purple foods; we want to eat a rainbow." Ms Austin said there were

A Time In History; is a post on historical events.  Sit back and relax with great historical moment. Where are the coffee lovers? Come over here please, this article is on you. THE COFFEE EXPERIMENT. King Gustav III of Sweden ordered a coffee experiment, conducted in the second half of the 18th century.  You want to know why? Read more.  The study was to determine health effects of coffee. Coffee first arrived in Sweden around 1674 and became mostly used by the 18th century when it became fashionable among the upper class, wealthy folks.  In 1746, a royal edict was issued against coffee and tea due to "the misuse and excesses of tea and coffee drinking".  Heavy taxes were levied on consumption, and failure to pay the tax on the substance resulted in fines and confiscation of cups and dishes.  Later, coffee was banned completely; despite the ban, consumption continued. King Gustav III, who viewed coffee consumption as a threat to the public health and was determined to prove

While the media is buzzing with reports that COVID-19 hits Nigeria’s Presidential Villa, with notable personalities such as Garba Shehu, Lai Mohammed, Other Buhari’s Appointees, Permanent Secretary Contracting the Virus. In a recent development, the Minister of Information and Culture of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Lai Mohammed, has refuted claims that he is down with the virus. He dismissed speculations that he had contracted COVID-19 and was being treated for the virus. He decried the online publication, which had been “latched on to by some mainstream media, once again highlights the uphill task the government faces in our campaign to stamp out fake news and misinformation.” A statement issued yesterday in Abuja by his Special Assistant on Media, Segun Adeyemi, stated: “The attention of the office of the Honourable Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has been drawn to a report making the rounds that he has contracted the COVID-19 virus and that he is now i

Where are the Chelsea fans? The Blues!  A Come Back For Chelsea, With A Victorious Win At Aston Villa. Chelsea got back on track with a 3-1 victory at Aston Villa on Sunday, today 26th of December 2021, as Manchester City opened up a six-point lead at the top of the Premier League with a first half demolition of Leicester in a thrilling 6-3 win.