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BBNaija 2021: Whitemoney And Angel Clash Over Cross’ Dead Fish

Posted: 19 Sep 2021 12:30 AM PDT

Big Brother Naija Shine Ya Eye housemates, Angel Agnes Smith and her colleague Whitemoney got into a dispute on Thursday evening over the dead fish of Cross.

While discussing with the housemates in the garden, Whitemoney made a joke that Cross is a murderer because his fish was dead. Angel took it personal, she picked offence with the joke and she referred to it as weird.


Whitemoney told her that he doesn't care about what she thinks about the joke because Cross does not see it as being weird. He told her that he's not ready to create a content with her. But Angel kept on harping on the matter until she was satisfied.

Meanwhile some other housemates including Cross was there during the argument, but they didn't bother inferring in their case.

BBNaija: Pere Reveals His Plans For Saga After He Betrayed His Trust

Posted: 19 Sep 2021 12:00 AM PDT

Big Brother Naija 'Shine Ya Eye' housemate, Pere, has reacted to Saga betraying his trust in the house.

We recall that Big Brother summoned the housemates in the executive lounge and played a video clip of Saga and Nini gossiping Pere in the room.

Saga told Nini in the video that Pere was fond of triggering the housemates.

Saga further described Pere as lonely and suicidal, stating that he can not be trusted.

He also mentioned that Maria could no longer trust Pere before she got evicted from the reality show.
 
However, Saga and Nini were issued a strike as they were found guilty of whispering, which is against the house rules.

Pere was shocked by what Saga said, as they were both close friends in the house.

He told Angel, who was trying to console him about the whole situation, that Saga won't see what he's planning.


His exact words were;

"I'm an actor, Saga will never see me coming.

"Trust me, he wouldn't see what I've planned."

X Factor Star Freddie Combs Dies From Kidney Failure At 49

Posted: 18 Sep 2021 11:30 PM PDT

Freddie Combs, who is best known for competing on The X Factor, has died. He was 49.

His wife Katrina "Kay" Combs told TMZ, which first reported the news, that her husband's death on Friday was the result of kidney failure.

Kay tells PEOPLE exclusively that her last few days with Freddie "were hard."

Before his death, he spent a 10-day stint at their local hospital, and he and Kay "had discussed plans" in order to fulfill the singer's final wishes, including having his eyes and corneas donated.

"The day before he was passing, I knew that it was coming. I mean, that's the day I had appointments [with the] palliative doctor and they were going to be giving me some hard news. So I knew that it was going to be rough," says Kay. "I couldn't spend the night with him because of the COVID restriction and that type of thing, but I woke up that [next] morning full of so much gratitude."

"I was chosen and blessed to be his wife, best friend, caregiver [and] partner in ministry for 25 years," she continues. "A lot of people don't get that. And then to have so much of our life online, that will forever be there. Who else had their very own singer-comedian-songwriter?"

Freddie previously appeared on the TLC series Ton of Love and Heavily Ever After.

The singer later gained traction on the second season of The X Factor in 2012, when he wowed judges with his impressive rendition of Bette Midler's hit "Wind Beneath My Wings." He was eliminated shortly after.

Though he had struggled with his weight his entire life, Freddie had recently been working on improving his health. Post-X Factor, the couple spent a majority of their time traveling and evangelizing, but hunkered down as the COVID-19 pandemic hit since Freddie was immunocompromised due to his ongoing health issues.

"He lost down to 385 lbs. [during that time]," Kay says. "And I can tell you, I have never been more proud of somebody. Ultimately, the battle with the weight and the fluid over the years contributed to kidney damage and then ultimately kidney failure."

Actress Damilola Adegbite –Why I Wanted Fortune Without Fame

Posted: 18 Sep 2021 11:00 PM PDT

Actress, Damilola Adegbite in an interview with Ebuka Obi Uchendu on 'Rubbin Minds', has revealed her reasonings for venturing into the entertainment world.

The seasoned role interpreter disclosed that she had always desired affluence but not fame even though she couldn't figure out how that could be attained.


The movie star confessed it's been a huge struggle for her seeing fortune and fame go side-by-side because she would rather not be that "popular" personality who's always been seen or heard.

"I wanted the fortune without the fame. I don't know how I was planning to get that. From the beginning my idea was that I want money. I wasn't really thinking I wanted to be famous.

"So, it's a bit of a conflict for me, honestly. I struggle with it because, you know, that's just who I am. I'm not really someone who is out there all the time. I don't like to be overseen or over heard. I don't like to be in peoples' faces.

"And we all know that like you said celebrity life it's important you have to be in people's faces like every second of everyday as much as you can. So honestly, it's a bit of a conflict for me," Adegbite said.

However, the Tinsel star noted she's been ensuring she maintains a healthy balance along her career path by keeping constantly keeping herself in check by making sure she doesn't lose herself trying to be pressured into society's expectation of her.

The mother of one said: "I try my best but at the same time, I try to keep a healthy balance where I don't feel like I'm losing myself, I don't know who I am anymore.

"I'm trying not to look at it from the aspect of o you have to impress people. You have to give people what they want all the time. So I'm not feeling constant pressure of o I have to be this person that everybody expects me to be.

"So I try to just maintain a healthy balance as much as I can and it's been working for me, it works for me."

Hhere aree 5 Foods That Increase Chances Of Conceiving Twins

Posted: 18 Sep 2021 10:30 PM PDT

If you desire to have twins, some factors may increase the possibility e.g age, height, family history. However, your diet may also play a huge role in making it possible.

According to studies, some certain foods have been known to increase the chances of conceiving twins if eaten regularly.

1. Foods rich in folic acid

Folic acid also known as folate is a soluble vitamin that has many functions in the body. It is a supplement recommended for pregnant women as it promotes fetal growth and reduces the risk of birth defects in newborns.

Foods that contain folic acid include avocado, broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, spinach, legumes, asparagus, liver, pasta and breakfast cereals.

Some studies have found some connection between folic acid and increased chances of conceiving twins.

It is believed that 40% of women who take extra folic acid while trying to get pregnant may have a slightly higher chance of giving birth to twins. It is however advised to consult your doctor for the recommended dosage.

2. Maca Root

Over the years, Maca root also known as Peruvian Ginseng has proven to be beneficial in boosting fertility. This fertility treatment which also helps balance and regulate women's hormones is said to increase chances of chances of getting pregnant with twins. It can be consumed by adding the dried or powdered form to your smoothie, tea or yoghurt.

3. Yam

Yams are a rich source of progesterone and phytoestrogens which may lead to hyper ovulation thus increasing your chances of multiple births. Hyper ovulation occurs when women release more than one egg during ovulation.

It is no surprise that Igbo-Ora, a town located in Oyo State, Nigeria has an unusually large number of twin births earning it the nickname "Twin Capital of the World".

Studies show that the high amount of yam in their diet was a reasonable cause of twin or multiple births contributing to a twin birth rate four times higher than the entire global average.

4. Dairy products

A study in 2006 showed that women who regularly consume dairy products e.g milk, yoghurt, butter are five times more likely to have twins.

This may be as a result of Insulin Growth Factor (IGF), a growth protein that is present in cow milk and can also be gotten from other animal products.

When a woman consumes a larger quantity of dairy products, she is prone to release more than one egg during ovulation and this increases her chances of conceiving non-identical twins.

5. Cassava

Cassava like yam is also known for increasing fertility. It also helps increase the chances of getting pregnant twins due to its hyper ovulation properties.

According to experts, natural hormones in cassava may trick the brain into thinking there is insufficient estrogen, causing the brain to naturally release more of a hormone called gonadotropin, which increases the ovulation rate.

Cassava can be consumed in the form of garri, tapioca, lafun etc.
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Anu Odubanjo holds a Masters degree in Public Administration with a Bachelors's degree in International Relations. She is an avid writer with topics in beauty, health, and lifestyle. Her articles have been featured in Opera News and Fabwoman. She is an advocate for women's empowerment and mental health.
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Pulse Contributors is an initiative to highlight diverse journalistic voices. Pulse Contributors do not represent the company Pulse and contribute on their own behalf.

Why cut off your single friends just because you got married?

Posted: 18 Sep 2021 10:00 PM PDT

When it comes to marriage culture, there seems to be a lot of things that require change. Instant change, as a matter of fact.

Acquired habits, such as overspending has been spoken against repeatedly. Of course, it is one thing to speak against something; whether or not any form of social change is being effected by that condemnation is another thing.

While we wait for more people to come to accept the sensible option of having wedding ceremonies tailored to their financial capabilities, we might as well begin to tackle another marriage-related issue.

Apparently, it is a thing for married women to cut off their single friends once they become hitched.

Two or more women could be besties for such a long time, sharing secrets, going out together, living their best lives, creating memories and building a memorable friendship out of those moments shared. As soon as one of them gets married, it is not unusual for the married one to cut off her friendship with the single woman.

Some people believe that this often happens due to a paranoia on the part of the married woman, that one of those friends may want to take her man from her, that they are jealous of her or in other cases, because there'll no longer be a common ground for them to operate on. It is also believed in some quarters that married women who dump their friends do it because upon marriage, their priorities change and would no longer be the same with that of their unmarried friends.

Obviously, these are reasons that are not rooted in any form of sound principle. A little rattling and everything comes tumbling down.

For example, the idea that a married woman would rather make friends with only married women because single friends would contrive to steal her man seems to ignore the reality that men who want to cheat will do so with any woman they set their eyes on; married or not. And also, if a friend is bent on 'taking' your man from you, her marital status may really not count for much.

The idea that priorities of women change when they get married actually sounds kinda right. If it is considered from the angle of having to worry about kids and becoming more responsible for little ones who depend heavily on them, yes it makes sense.

But the idea is also used sometimes knock down single women, especially those who are 30 and above, who are pursuing their best lives without an obsessive desire to get married. It is not uncommon for our society to view such women as being less 'responsible' than women who have married and 'settled down.'

The problem with this is that it is a harmful generalization that trivializes [and in some cases, completely disregards] the responsible choices that single women make out here day after day. That none of those decisions revolves around men and getting married does not make them less important.

I could go on and on discrediting the reasons often cited in support of this married woman prejudice, but what's more important at this point is to mention that when married women continually ostracize their single friends for no other reason than their marital status, it is another passive form of pressuring people to date and marry.

When single people are cut out of friendships and meant to feel like outsiders in their own inner circle, it is another obvious manifestation of how our society and its agents of socialization condition people to view marriage as an elevated form of existence, one that places you on a different pedestal of respectability, over and above people who may not feel like doing so in the nearest future – or ever at all.

Without digressing too far, I should add that I think there is nothing wrong with people drifting apart over the years due to obvious and genuine differences in schedules, lifestyle and distance. That is an accepted part of life. To also cut off people who have shown shady characters and less-than-acceptable behaviours is nothing to raise eyebrows over.

But to intentionally and maliciously move away from your friends for no other reason than their marital status and a sudden, unfounded suspicion of their intentions towards you, is neither necessary, nor sensible.

Nengi shares screenshot of call duration after the conversation she had with Laycon

Posted: 18 Sep 2021 09:00 AM PDT

Former Big Brother Naija housemate and finalist, Nengi Hampson has shared her recent convo with BBNaija winner, Laycon.

Laycon and Nengi have been bestfriends since their journey to Biggie's house, and their friendship has remained strong ever since.

Taking to her Instagram stories, the beautiful model shared a screenshot of her battery life after her conversation with Laycon.


From Nengi's screenshot, she and Laycon had spent more than one hour on phone call, and she wondered what they had been talking about for such a length of time.

Nengi wrote;

"I swear my battery was full when we started this call…what are we talking about for 100 mind @ itslaycon?" She asked.

In this tribe, a man must kidnap any lady he likes for marriage and inform her father later

Posted: 18 Sep 2021 08:00 AM PDT

While in other parts of the world, a man must first woo and secure the consent of a lady he is attracted to and wants to marry and then proceed to get her parents' consent, the practice is different in Latuka, South Sudan.

Per their culture and traditions, a suitor must kidnap a lady he intends to marry, by employing the services of other men together with whom he will lay an ambush for, chase and arrest the lady.

The captured lady is then taken to her suitor's home where she's kept against her will before the man informs her father later.

As if all those are not interesting enough, the lady's father must beat up his son-in-law-to-be to show that he approves of his intended marriage to his daughter.

It is unsure how intense or extensive the beatings take but when a woman is spotted by a man and is kidnapped, it takes away her choice and right to make an input into which man she spends the rest of her life with.

In other parts of the world, there is usually a gentlemanly ceremony of handing over a woman to a man, mostly by the father of the bride-to-be, after both the man and the woman have agreed to live together but Latuka practises the direct opposite.

After kidnapping the girl, her suitor returns to her family with elderly male relatives to officially ask for her hand in marriage.

With the girl still in his possession, her father is left with a choice on whether or not to agree to the proposal by this suitor. The response of a "yes" or "no" from the father comes with its separate ceremonial activities.

If the girl's father agrees to the proposal from this suitor, he is expected to beat his prospective son-in-law to show his approval to their proposal.

Reports say the beatings signifies that the man is willing to be beaten for his wife since it's about the sacrifices he's willing to make for the woman he loves.

Equally interesting is the fact that if the father's response is "no", the suitor has the discretion to decide whether to return the kidnapped daughter or go ahead to marry her regardless.

This rather interesting practise has been a subject of debate and continues to be as many people are of the view that it is an afront to the right of a girl to choose who she is in love with and wants to spend her life with.

The Latuka or the Otuho are a small ethnic group who have practised subsistence farming for long. They keep large herds of cattle, sheep and goats in the mountains of South Sudan

Common among the crops they grow are groundnuts, sorghum, maize, and tubers like yam and potato.

Latukas are said to embody a communal lifestyle where nothing is kept from anybody: they practise a system of sharing and as such, no single person rules over them. Instead, they have a group of elders who are vested with the authority to guide them.

They are a known conservative tribe that forbids many forms of religious penetrations and other cultures, including marriage which remains unchanged over the years despite criticism.

Here are 5 foods that increase fertility and libido in women

Posted: 18 Sep 2021 07:00 AM PDT

Fertility and low libido issues that involve the female reproductive system are often difficult to treat, but the right lifestyle can help.

Infertility and low libido is something that is rapidly affecting young couples. There might be certain underlying medical causes to it but the fact cannot be denied that the lifestyle choices play a key role too.

Low sex drive can be very difficult for you and your partner. It's natural to feel frustrated or sad if you aren't able to be as sexy and romantic as you want.

Let's try these remedies to help prevent these menace.

Vegetables and fruits
Eating up to three servings a day of fresh fruits and vegetables is important for any diet, but especially important when trying to conceive.

Leafy greens
Dark leafy greens such as spinach, romaine, arugula, and broccoli are high in folate, a B vitamin that has been shown to improve ovulation. Leafy greens also naturally increase a woman's libido.

Beans
Beans are a lean protein and are full of iron, which helps to increase fertility and libido. Low iron levels can result in anovulation, which is when ovulation does not produce a healthy egg.

Salmon
Salmon is full of Omega-3 Fatty Acids which are proven to regulate blood flow to the reproductive organs.

Oysters
Oysters have been known to increase libido, but oysters can also be a great source for fertility because they are packed with zinc, which increases the production of good-quality eggs.

Here are 7 Things You Should Never Apply On Your Face

Posted: 18 Sep 2021 06:00 AM PDT

In a time where there are various DIYs and hacks on how to get a radiant face or a glowing skin, it may be difficult to differentiate between what is good or bad.

There is also an increasing demand to resort to home remedies and natural ingredients, however not all of them are deemed safe.

According to skin experts, there are some things that should not be applied on your face and here are seven of them.

1. Baking soda
Baking soda is known for its multipurpose properties and its one of the most versatile ingredients in the home.

However, using it on your face is a No-No. This is because baking soda has high alkaline levels which can diminish the pH balance on the face and lead to really dry skin. The pH in the skin is designed to act as a barrier and keep bacteria out. When this pH balance is disrupted, it can cause your face from being able to regulate its natural pH balance and lead to breakouts.

2. Hot water
Using hot water directly on your face can reduce the moisture in your skin, making it dry and dull. Hot water strips the skin of its natural oils leading to dry, itchy skin and eventually eczema.

Opt for lukewarm water or a facial steam instead as this will help open up your skin pores and loosen the dirt for better cleansing. It also softens the blackheads and whiteheads, making them easier to remove.

3. Body Lotion
There is a reason why it is called 'Body Lotion' meaning its meant for the body and the body only.

Body lotions tend to be thicker and contain more fragrances than facial moisturizers and creams that can lead to allergic reactions and breakouts. It can also clog facial pores because of its oily nature.

To make sure your skin is maintaining a healthy balance of moisture and to prevent any breakouts, always use an oil-free and fragrance free facial moisturizer.

4. Sugar
Although sugar is great for quick DIY scrubs for other parts of the body, using it as an exfoliant on the face can actually scratch and abrade the skin.

Avoid using products with hard shaped particles as they can cause microscopic tears in the skin and lead to breakouts.

5.Toothpaste
Toothpaste is popular as a DIY remedy for blackheads and zits. But experts say that using toothpaste on your face can lead to burns and even infections. If you have used toothpaste on your pimples before, you may have noticed them turn red post the usage. This is because toothpaste has strong ingredients, which can irritate your skin.

6. Bar Soap
Yes, you heard right. Using bar soap on your face is actually a bad idea.

"Regular" soap or bar soap, actually strips your skin of natural oils that keep it hydrated leading to rough, dry, and itchy skin.

According to skin experts, it is best to use a face wash or gentle cleanser for the face.

7. Mayonnaise
Mayonnaise is a great ingredient for hair health and growth, however, it is not advised to use on the face because of its acidic and occlusive nature which leads to clogging of the skin pores.

Additionally, ingredients present in mayonnaise, such as egg yolk and soya, may lead to allergic reactions.
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Anu Odubanjo holds a Masters degree in Public Administration with a Bachelors's degree in International Relations. She is an avid writer with topics in beauty, health, and lifestyle. Her articles have been featured in Opera News and Fabwoman. She is an advocate for women's empowerment and mental health.
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Pulse Contributors is an initiative to highlight diverse journalistic voices. Pulse Contributors do not represent the company Pulse and contribute on their own behalf.

Important questions to ask about old relationships before dating anyone

Posted: 18 Sep 2021 05:30 AM PDT

You need this necessary information before making up your mind on dating them or staying away.

One of the keys to happiness in your next relationship is in getting as much information about who you are going to date before agreeing to it.

Now this is the little problem this situation poses: you would need to get most the relevant information, whether good or bad from the potential partner.

But because people rarely paint themselves in a bad light or truly express their weaknesses and shortcomings, it is likely that they may not reveal all of their own true f**k-ups, and will instead choose to speak only about the other person's failings.

So as to get as much information as can be gotten, one thing to do is to ask about former relationships and exes.

By asking the following ex-related questions below, you could notice toxic patterns and also indirectly get more information that'd help make up your mind whether you want to really commit to that guy or not.

1. How did their last relationship[s] end?
It could make a lot of difference for you to ask if their breakups were mutual, calm and respectful or if they were super toxic and angry breakups that.

The answers you get here could reveal to you the level of pettiness and quarrelsomeness your partner is capable of, if things ever go south between you and him.

Also, it is important to note patterns and not wave them away. The signs are always there. You just need to pay enough attention to notice them.

2. What did they use to fight about?
By asking this question, you could become aware of some things they don't like, which they may have omitted or forgotten to mention to you.

It could also be a way to know if you're about to date someone who complains about everything that goes wrong, or if they're the type to overlook things.

3. Has that ex moved on?
Is he or she still friends with those exes? By asking this, you could find out early enough if those former loves have moved on or if they are still stuck on them.

Ask if that ex is dating someone new or if they're married already. Are they in the country or have they moved abroad?

In an age where some girl could be dating your man even though he's no longer dating her, where some man may still be dating your girl even though she is no longer with them, the question is really, really important.

4. Did they cheat?
Of course, no one readily admits this. But it doesn't hurt to ask and hopefully create a honest conversation, know whether or not to stick or twist. so that you can set up new rules and boundaries for the budding relationship.

5. Were they cheated on?
It may also be good to ask questions about any cheating that happened to them. If he or she had their heart broken, there's a chance that that baggage will affect your current relationship.

For example, people who have been played, heartbroken and emotionally defrauded could [understandably] have trust issues and it is something you'll need to address before agreeing to date them.

Here are 5 best places to live in Lagos

Posted: 18 Sep 2021 05:00 AM PDT

We'll be ranking this based on crime and safety, accessibility, quiet and peaceful domain and ideal environment for families.

Currently planning on moving or buying a house in Lagos? Then you should consider this places in Lagos, especially if you have kids.

We'll be ranking this based on schools, crime and safety, accessibility, quiet and peaceful domain and ideal environment for families.

1. Ikoyi
Ikoyi is one of the best neighbourhoods on the coveted Lagos Island. It has some great schools and plenty of choices to make a pick from, from nursery through secondary. Crime and safety rank favourably, and the quiet and peaceful feel of the place makes for just the ideal environment for families.

2. Yaba
Yaba located on Lagos mainland is known as the Silicon Valley of Nigeria. Majority of internet start-ups like Co-Creation hub, Andela and others has turned Yaba to one of the most sought-after locations.


Yaba may not be better than many places in terms of housing and economics, but it has good public schools and generally an ideal environment for families. The nightlife is unlike any other, with trendy eateries, hip bars and stylish clubs aplenty.

It also accommodates major schools in Lagos like The University of Lagos located in Akoka, Queens College and Yaba College of Technology making Yaba a place for the younger generation.

3. Ikeja
Ikeja is regarded as the central business district of Lagos. It houses most government parastatals with both the Governor's office and government house located in Ikeja.

Ikeja is also a highly industrial area with several companies and really good schools.

Let's not fail to mention the Government Residential Areas that are very conducive for your children.

4. Magodo
Although Magodo lies toward the outskirts of Lagos in close proximity to Ikeja and Ojodu Berger. Magodo is basically a residential area that is known to be home to some affluent people of society.

It may not be better than many places in terms of accessibility, but it has good public schools and generally an ideal environment for families.

5. Lekki - Ajah
Lekki to Ajah axis is another area in Lagos that offers an excellent setting for families looking to settle in the state.

Ajah might sound like some remote middle-of-nowhere place, but it actually does offer some great employment opportunities.

When you throw in additional perks such as friendly residents, great schools and jobs that are just around the corner, and top-notch medical facilities, you couldn't wish for more.

Do these 5 things if you want to be irresistible to your partner!

Posted: 18 Sep 2021 04:30 AM PDT

If you do the things listed below, the force of attraction between you and the partner will remain just as strong as it was when you first met.

To be irresistible means to to be so attractive and so tempting that your partner just can't get enough of you. And this is not just in a sexual sense.

It really won't matter that your relationship has been on for a long time. If you are irresistible enough, it also won't matter that they have seen so many times and in different situations, circumstances and postures.

If you do the things listed below, the force of attraction between you and the partner will remain just as strong as it was when you first met [or as close to that as possible!]

1. Don't be clingy
To be irresistible, start with being independent. No one likes a clinger. Just because there's a guy in your life doesn't mean your life is now completely over. Guys love women who don't change their entire world for them.

Men also have things they want to do, maybe watch a hockey game or hang out with their friends alone. Sure, if he invites you, go. But showing him that you go out without him and do things on your own is a huge turn on.

2. Look sexier
Men are visual beings. So get to know the several ways to start looking sexier but do it slowly and steadily so the changes look subtle and not forced.

Get yourself a new hairstyle, add hot and colourful pieces of clothing to your wardrobe; eye liners are said to work wonders with accentuating the darkness of your eyes making you look really hot. Wear a mild shade of lipstick, something which looks subtle and accentuates your lips.

Remember that you don't have to use heavy make up if you don't want to. When you look sexy outside you feel sexy inside and you radiate that confidence.

3. Make him feel desired
That's right. Your partner wants to feel desired, too! To make yourself irresistible, one of the things to do is to make your man feel wanted. Initiate sex, send him cute sexy messages, say nice things about his body.

If he feels wanted and desired with you, he'll likely keep coming to you. That is a pull he won't be able to resist.

4. Love yourself
Love who you are, love your body. Remove all the negative thoughts in your mind regarding your self image. One of the worst things you can do is to regularly worry and sly force your partner's reassurances about your body despite your partner's relentless reminder that he finds you so hot and so sexy.

Love yourself and your body enough to believe that he wants you just the way you are. When you start loving yourself, the positive vibrations it creates will automatically cause a deep-seated happiness and as a result, an attraction that your partner will always find irresistible.

5. Be free with him
Do not let things get in the way of enjoying bonding time together with your partner. When you are with your man, you may want to ditch all the good girl behavior your mum taught you while growing up. Be playful, be wild, talk dirty, be 'slutty', be everything with him.

Don't be the same formal woman you are when you are at work. Unleash the part of you that you're unwilling to show other people of the world. Let out the freak in you [if he's into freaky stuff, too].

Harsh truth about hair relaxers

Posted: 18 Sep 2021 04:00 AM PDT

Although a lot of people grew up using them, the chemicals in relaxers are doing more damage than you could possibly imagine.

More and more women of colour are waking up to the dangers of relaxers and choosing instead to embrace their natural hair. Many still do not understand the devastating effects that relaxers can have, not only you hair, but on your health too.

Here is the harsh truth about relaxers.
As more women are embracing their natural hair and are , a large percentage still regularly use relaxers.

The misconception is that if a relaxer is burning then it's working but in reality, if a relaxer is burning then it is doing more damage than you could possibly imagine.

The harmful chemicals in relaxer seep through our skin and cause untold havoc with our physical health.

Keep reading to find out exactly why we should ditch the relaxers!

Who invented relaxers?

Contrary to popular belief, relaxers were invented by Garrett Morgan not Madam CJ Walker. He was the son of a former slave. In 1910 he was originally trying to create a new lubrication for the sewing machine needle. The lubrication accidentally touched the hair on his arm and he noticed that the hair began to lay straight.

By total accident, Morgan developed a hair topical for black people to chemically force their naturally curly hair straight. He called this invention the "Relaxer."

What are they made of?
Relaxers are made of chemicals that counteract the natural chemical makeup of curly hair. Sodium hydroxide or "lye" is the most hazardous ingredient. The soap company, Certified Lye, cautions users that "substances with large amounts of lye can cause chemical burns, permanent injury or scarring, and blindness. Lye (sodium hydroxide) may be harmful or fatal if swallowed".

Though there are some relaxers, such as Dark and Lovely, African Pride, and Optimum Care, who exclude lye from the ingredient regimen, there are other chemicals used that are still hazardous.

Another ingredient is guanidine carbonate. Chemicalbook.com says that when handling guanidine carbonate "only use in chemical fume hood." Also, relaxer ingredient, succinic acid should be kept out of contact with skin clothes and eyes. Bio-amber, a company that manufacturers renewable chemicals, states in their website that "it (succinic acid) may be harmful if absorbed through skin."

This warning is startling because a relaxer directly comes in contact with the users scalp.

What are the dangers?
Scientific research has shown there is cause for concern with the use of the ingredients found in Black hair care products. These products enter our body via the scalp and can lead to many complications.

Studies show relaxers cause life-threatening ailments such as reproductive problems, heart disease, different forms of cancer, early puberty, fibroids, and mental health disorders. Relaxers have been found to disrupt the chemical balance of our bodies by entering our system via cuts and burns.

For more information on just much relaxers are harming you and how they pose an immediate danger to your physical health, take a look at the video below!

What a Relaxer is Really Doing to Your Natural Hair (A Must Watch)

Here are 5 reasons why sleeping naked must be a routine

Posted: 18 Sep 2021 03:30 AM PDT

Sleeping naked has been proven to be essential to maintaining good health.

You could be missing out on some serious benefits from sleeping the old fashioned way: buck naked.

But, sleep is vital to being a functional human being and not on the hot mess express. If nighttime nudity gets you one step closer to better shut-eye, why not give it a go?

Here are 5 reasons why getting naked when catching some sleep can benefit you in the bedroom and beyond.

Boost your sex life
Sleeping naked with your partner will help you boost intimacy thereby improving your sex life. Your significant other will be ready for more even without any touches. The close contacts between both of you allow the release of oxytocin, the hormone of love which boosts the chances of spending an unforgettable night together.

Enhances your beauty
Sleeping naked helps your body release anti-ageing hormones. Wearing too many layers restricts the proper release of hormones like growth hormones, etc. If these hormones are not released properly throughout the night while you sleep, your hair and skin will not be reconditioned.

Improves genital health
One of the most compelling reasons to sleep naked is its benefits to the genital part of the body. Airing out your private areas while you sleep is especially important for women. Wearing underwear traps in moisture allows bacteria to thrive and possibly cause a vaginal infection in women.

Get a healthier skin
Healthy skin is influenced by getting the right amount of air on your skin. Sleeping naked let your skin get plenty of clean air and it prevents you from meeting dermatologist because of rash, irritation and other skin issues.

Improves your sleep
The body's temperature naturally lowers when we sleep. However, it doesn't happen so when you wear pyjama. Sleeping naked, on the contrary, improve your sleep and your overall health. People who don't get high quality sleep each night feel and look unhealthy which can make them live a shorter life. If you want a sound sleep, get into a habit of sleeping naked.

Toke Makinwa –‘Why People Assume Beautiful Girls Are Proud’

Posted: 18 Sep 2021 03:00 AM PDT

Toke Makinwa stated further that guys don't ask beautiful ladies out for relationship because of the flawed assumption that with their beauty, they will have a man in their lives already.

She stipulated: "The most beautiful girls are actually the ones not chased around very much. Because people just assume that she will have niggas and the guys are not now oppressed by their beauty. Because you know that your beauty can oppress somebody."

"They just think that, this one, every guy will want to be with her. She's going to be proud. She probably wouldn't take me seriously because she has like 10 toasters."

The light-skinned show presenter lamented guys don't want to put in much effort while wooing a lady, however, anticipate a huge result from the lady.

"These days, the toasting game is really very annoying. People just believe that they can do the barest minimum and just expect you to fall on the floor.

"I'm just doing this video to let you guys know, don't be worried, shoot your shot. Yes! Yes! Shoot it! Why are you lazy? You can never be too sure. And even if there are 10 people, what if it's you I've been waiting for all my life", she said.

Actress Jane Powell Passes On

Posted: 18 Sep 2021 02:30 AM PDT

Renown Hollywood actress, Jane Powell has passed away at the age of 92.

The legendary actress who is one of the last surviving stars of the Golden Age of Hollywood, died of natural causes at the home she shared for many years with her husband, actor and publicist Dickie Moore, who died in 2015.

Susan Granger, a friend of Powell's and a spokesperson for the family, confirmed to various outlets that the actress died peacefully at her home in Wilton, Connecticut on Thursday September 16.

Powell performed virtually her whole life, starting about age 5 as a singing prodigy on radio in Portland, Oregon. She made her first movie at 16 and graduated from teenage roles to costarring in the lavish musical productions that were a staple of 20th-century Hollywood.


Her first feature film appearance was in Song of the Open Road in 1944, and she quickly secured her reputation as a star of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer musicals. Powell went on to star in musicals like  A Date with Judy (1948), Royal Wedding (1951), Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (1954), and Hit the Deck (1955).

Her casting in 1951's "Royal Wedding" came by default. June Allyson was first announced as Fred Astaire's co-star but withdrew when she became pregnant. Judy Garland was cast, but was withdrawn because of personal problems. Jane Powell was next in line.

"They had to give it to me," she quipped at the time. "Everybody else is pregnant." Also among the expectant MGM stars: Lana Turner, Esther Williams, Cyd Charisse and Jean Hagen.

Powell had just turned 21 when she got the role; Astaire was 50. She was nervous because she lacked dancing experience, but she found him "very patient and understanding. We got along fine from the start."

She was also an accomplished theatre actor, beginning her stage career in the 1960s. Powell starred in high-profile productions such as The Sound of Music and My Fair Lady and also appeared in television, including in the sitcom Growing Pains in the 1980s and 90s.

By the turn of the millennium, Powell was back performing on stage, including in Stephen Sondheim's musical Bounce.

Powell was married five times, with three children from the first two marriages. Her first marriage was to former figure skater Gearhardt "Geary" Anthony Steffen. At their November 1949 wedding, Elizabeth Taylor served as one of her bridesmaids.

Powell married her fifth husband, former child star Dickie Moore, in 1988. Moore predeceased Powell in 2015. She is survived by three children, Geary Anthony Steffen III, Suzanne Steffen and Lindsay Cavalli, as well as two granddaughters, Skye Cavalli and Tia Cavalli.

Ghanaian politician, Odike – I opened up to my wife that I have a sidechick, I don’t like lying

Posted: 18 Sep 2021 02:00 AM PDT

Ghanaian politician, Akwasi Addai Odike stated that he is involved in an extra marital affair with his sidechick, and his wife is fully aware.

According to him, his wife has no problem with that, adding that both his girlfriend and his wife respect each other.

In his words;

"I'm married and I have a girlfriend. Both my wife and girlfriend know this. My father was polygamous but I cannot sit here and lie to Ghanaians. If any man will be truthful to himself and God.

You don't need to swear to any woman that you are the only person, no. I will never flatter anyone. But if I found out that you are a suitable woman who can give me joy, sure. I expect my woman to understand me unconditionally and to love me as it's required".

Tonto Dikeh reacts following disagreement with Prince Kpokpogri

Posted: 18 Sep 2021 01:00 AM PDT

Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh has reacted amidst the crisis that erupted between her and her ex-lover, Prince Kpokpogri.

Lately, Tonto and Kpokpogri have been on the news after a petition that was said to have been filed by the former against the latter surfaced online. The petition accused Kpokpogri of blackmail and extortion. Tonto also cried out about Kpokpogri trying to expose some unclad photos of her.

Kpokpogri while reacting swore that Tonto can't 'rubbish' him the way she did to her previous man.


Amid these crises, Tonto has made a cryptic post about her strength and ability to persevere no matter what life throws at her.

In her words:

"MY STRENGTH IS NOT MEASURED BY THE IMPACT THAT ALL MY HARDSHIPS IN LIFE HAVE HAD ON ME; BUT MY STRENGTH IS MEASURED BY THE EXTENT OF MY REFUSAL TO ALLOW THESE HARDSHIPS TO DICTATE ME OR WHO I BECOME….

YOUR GROWTH TO LEADERSHIP WILL BE TESTED IN YOUR TIME OF CRISIS, YOUR RESPONSE TO THE PAIN MAKES OR BREAKS YOU..
At the end of the day ONLY YOU CAN DECIDE THAT FATE.."

See the post below:

DJ Cuppy reveals why she is still single

Posted: 18 Sep 2021 12:30 AM PDT

Celebrity disc jockey, DJ Cuppy reveals the reason she is still single to date, one that has to do with how sexy she is.

The billionaire's daughter took to Instagram to share a video of herself dancing ecstatically with her puppies.


Sharing the video on Instagram, DJ Cuppy stated that she believes that the reason for her single status is certainly because of her sexiness – too hot to handle for any man.

"I've come to the conclusion that the reason that I'm single is that I'm way TOO SEXY 😛 #CuppyDat," she wrote while sharing the video.

Watch the video below …

BBNaija: Pere – Saga will not see me coming

Posted: 18 Sep 2021 12:00 AM PDT

Big Brother Naija, BBNaija season 6 housemate, Pere has reacted to Saga betraying him.

Recall that Biggie on Thursday gathered the housemates in the lounge and played a video clip of Saga and Nini gossiping about Pere in the bedroom.

Saga in the video said Pere is fond of triggering housemates.

He said that's why Maria didn't trust him before she got evicted.

He also mentioned that Pere is suicidal and lonely.


This got Saga and Nini a strike as they were found guilty of whispering which is against the rules of the house.

Pere who was shocked after the video was played, went into a sober mood.

Angel, consoling Pere, asked how he feels about what Saga said.

Pere said he is in a low state but would keep acting for Nini and Saga.

He noted that Saga will not see what he's planning.

Pere said: "I'm an actor, Saga will never see me coming.

"Trust me, he wouldn't see what I've planned."

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