New study claims rising early could make you less honest

New US study claims those who go to bed late and wake up early become less honest as the day goes on and are likely to cheat in the evening.

Researcher Sunita Sah, of Georgetown University, said: ‘They cast doubt on the stereotype that evening people are somehow dissolute.’

The researchers from John Hopkins, Washington and Georgetown universitys put 200 students through tests and games designed to measure their honesty. They also asked them questions to work out whether they were a lark or an owl.

FIFA obstruct Ghana Government’s World Cup Probe

Few weeks after FIFA banned the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, sacking the entire Football Association, the world soccer governing body is now threatening to replicate the sanctions on Ghana.

This follows the Ghana government’s establishment of a Commission to inquire into events leading to the abysmal performance of the senior national team, the Black Stars as well as backroom events that put the country in the line of international ridicule.

FIFA lifts ban on Nigeria Football Federation

FIFA has lifted the ban placed on Nigerian Football Federation, NFF, on July 9th after a high court sitting in Jos sacked the President of the Nigerian Football Federation, NFF, Aminu Maigari and other board members. FIFA had frowned at the court ruling, stating that the move was a government interference in football activities which is against its policy. FIFA then directed that a new court order reinstating Maigari and other NFF executives be obtained before it can lift the ban.

Update: The shooting down of Flight MH17 with 295 people onboard

Flight MH17, a Boeing 777-200 aircraft on its way from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur, with 295 people onboard, exploded into flames at 33,000ft as it was hit by a sophisticated surface-to-air missile over territory near Donetsk held by pro-Russian rebels.

UK Daily Mail reports; Russian President Vladimir has blamed Ukraine for the Malaysian Airlines tragedy that claimed the lives of all 298 people on board, including around 100 children - but didn't deny Russian-backed separatists were to blame for shooting it out of the sky.

Church of England votes to allow women bishops

Church of England, the largest church of Anglican Communion, after a vote in New York, yesterday voted to allow women Bishop.

The law was passed at the church's General Synod to scrap the ban after a plea from the Archbishop of Canterbury.

LG shows of the transparent screen, and you can roll it up

It's no longer a curved TV, but a rollable TV which can be rolled up to a radius of 3cm without affecting the function of the display. The portable TV is also transperent when not in use.

LG showed off a working 18inch version of its rollable TVs and says a 60 inch screen could go on sale in 2017.

Leak: The 'undestructable' Apple's iPhone 6 screen

Marques Brownlee, a YouTube video maker claims to have gotten hold of one what appeared to be the screen of the Apple’s iPhone 6 made from sapphire crystal, and has subjected it to a variety of extreme stress test, from stabbing it with a knife and keys to bending and twisting it.

In the video, after subjecting it to a variety of extreme stress test, the screen emerges totally unscathed, raising hopes is could lead to a far more resilient handset from Apple.

The looks of victory: Germany celebrate World Cup triumph over Argentina

Germany's Mario Götze scored the winning goal as his team beat Argentina 1-0 in the 2014 World cup final.

Midfielder Götze, 22, came on as a substitute to net the winner, controlling the ball with his chest before volleying it into the Argentine goal, making the Germans the first European team to win the title in South America.

Dubai to build 'The world's first temperature-controlled Pedestrian city', with indoor theme park, 100 hotels and apartments

Dubai, the home to the tallest tower in the world is set to brake another record soon. Its next project involves building the largest shopping mall on earth, complete with five miles climate-controlled streets, the world's largest indoor theme park and 100 hotels and apartments.

The emirate has dubbed the project a 'temperature-controlled pedestrian city'.

Breakthrough: Molecule which causes quick spread of breast cancer identified

Finally, there is a breakthrough. Scientists have identified the molecule which causes cancerous cells to grow and spread faster, making them hard to treat.

As a result of the findings, new treatment to stop the spread of breast cancer will commence. Scientists are confident they can use an existing drug to stop the cancer. The discovery offers hope for women diagnosed with HER2-positive breast cancer, which tends to spread far more quickly than other types.

FIFA suspends Nigeria Football Federation

FIFA, The world football governing body suspended the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, with immediate effect from all activities in football. The announcement was made in a statement released on FIFA website today, 9th July.

The suspension was on account of government interference in football activities, particularly as a result of a court order preventing the president of the NFF, the NFF Executive Committee members and the NFF Congress from running the affairs of Nigerian football was granted by a High Court of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. A High Court sitting in Jos had on July 4th sacked Aminu Maigari and other executives from the board of the NFF.

LumiDecoNail: Smart fingernails that light up when you receive a call

Ladies, there is a new fashion in vogue.

From smartphone to smartwatches, glasses and electronic t-shirts and now smart nails. Cool!

Takara Tomy, Tokyo toy company has released a “smart nails” that lights up when you receive a call.

The £7; $12 'LumiDecoNail' uses a technology called Near Field Communication (NFC), in which small amounts of power are transferred very short distances, to communicate with a smartphone.

US scientists: looks affect your risk of illness

Looking pretty/handsome is not just a good business, but now a technique to fight illness, claims US scientists.

The research claims attractive people are less likely to get tinnitus, asthma, diabetes, and high blood pressure.

The more physically attractive men and women are rated, the more unlikely they are to suffer from a wide range of health problems, from high cholesterol to depression. They also feel healthier, have less time off work and are diagnosed with fewer physical and mental health conditions during their lifetime. 

These extraordinary findings by U.S. researchers are based on a study of 15,000 men and women aged 24 to 35 who have been followed since they were ten. It’s the biggest study yet to find links between attractiveness and good health, and the first to home in on a number of individual diseases.

Egyptian military claims to have invented cure for AIDS, hepatitis and other viruses

The miraculous gun like devise doesn’t need a blood sample and is believed to detect and cure AIDS and Hepatitis.

The head of the army’s Engineering Agency said “the military had produced an 'astonishing, miraculous scientific invention' that could detect AIDS, hepatitis and other viruses without taking blood samples and also purify the blood of those suffering from the diseases.”

Hotels in Abuja to submit list of guests to DSS police daily

Following recent attacks by Boko Haram men on the nation's capital, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Senator Bala Mohammed issued a statement directing all hotels in Abuja to henceforth submit the list of guests in their hotels on a daily basis to the FCT Directorate of Department of State Security as well as the FCT Police command. 

The statement which was signed by the Minister's special assistant, Media, Nosike Ogbuenyi, advised residents of Abuja to embark on operation 'know your neighbor' campaign for early identification of strange faces within their neighborhood.

Press Release: Uchenna Udekwe Blog

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The carefully selected content makes the blog unique and without doubt stands out positively among other blogs. The posts/articles is without adult content which makes it accessible for everyone. The embedded chat platform makes it easier for guest to interact and share ideas within themselves and the admin. Other feature which makes the blog user friendly includes the redesigned incorporated bold colors, visual aided content for easy understanding, contact page, and the social media panel for easy communication and sharing of information.

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Super Eagle coach and team captain quit team

After failure to qualify for the 2014 world cup quarter final, Super Eagle coach (Nigeria) Stephen Keshi and team captine, Joseph Yobo quit the team.

Keshi said, "I have to go back to my family and face fresh challenges,”.

The hidden sugar in your food. Cut total sugar intake to 5 teaspoon each a day

Too much sugar in the diet is known to be one of the primary reasons for the obesity epidemic and rising rates of Type 2 diabetes.

Health officials are urging people to halve their sugar intake to as little as five teaspoons a day to prevent obesity levels continuing to soar.

Guidelines from scientists advising Public Health England, the agency given the job of tackling obesity, stated that women should have no more than five to six teaspoons of sugar a day, and men seven to eight

A 330ml can of fizzy drink contains around seven teaspoonfuls, so would meet this limit on its own.

Google Domains: Google want to start selling domain names

Google, one of the leading brand across the globe, a major player in search, online mapping, social networking and other key functions of the Web. Now it wants to sell domain names, too.

Google announced the launch of an invite-only service, Google Domains, to help small businesses find, register and manage their Web addresses. The service is currently in beta testing with a small number of users.

Extreme piercing: Body artist creates 36mm hole in his cheeks

Joel Miggler, 23, from Küssaberg, Germany has taken piercing to a whole new level after creating huge 36mm hole into the side of his cheeks. But plans to eventually stretch them to 40mm.

Joel began modifying his body at the tender age of 13. Since then, he has spent over £4,000 altering his body to a grand total of 27 different piercings, as well as six tattoos, an implant and has even had his buttock branded.

Joel insists his look has not affected his life. He has been dating an artist and body piercer for over six months and when eating he simply takes smaller bites instead.

Facebook's launched new gender options in the UK

Only male and female options were available on the gender tab in profiles, before the change. But now, Facebook users in the UK can now choose from one of 70 gender options, including 'asexual', 'two-spirit', 'intersex' and 'cisgender.'

Facebook has also updated its settings so users can choose a neutral pronoun, meaning they are referred to as 'they, their or them'.

Nutritionist warns: Don’t eat Suya without vegetables

I guess there is always a bit of hidden bitter in every sweet. I must confess, most times I eat my suya without the veg.

Lovers of grilled and barbecued beef and chicken popularly called suya in Nigeria, have been advised to always eat the delicacy with generous portions of the slices of onions, cabbage, tomatoes and other vegetables usually served along with the meat.

PayPal expands payment services to Nigeria, 9 other countries

I get the expression on your face when denied Paypal Payment services, worry no more, Payment has now been made easier.

PayPal, on Monday revealed plans to extend their payment service to Nigeria and 9 other new countries, providing online payment alternatives for consumers via mobile phones or PCs.

In an interview on Monday, Rupert Keeley, the executive in charge of the EMEA region of PayPal, the payments unit of eBay Inc, said the expansion would bring the number of countries it serves to 203.

Don't wash chicken, it splashes bugs that cause food poisoning: Health experts' warning

It is believed that rinsing before cooking cleans the meat, but new study disprove.

We are to stop the habit of washing chicken before cooking because doing so can spread bacteria which cases food poisoning, health experts warn.

Nearly everyone rinse their raw chicken and the practice could be behind thousands of cases of food poisoning, according to the Food Standards Agency.

Research conducted by the FSA found that 44 per cent of cooks always washed their chicken before cooking. 

Why can't some people quit smoking?

Researchers claims to have discovered the reason why some people just can’t quit smoking, and it all have to do with the activities in the brain.

UK DailyMail report: The U.S. scientists found they could predict how effective a reward-based quitting strategy would be in an individual by studying their brain activity.

The researchers observed the brains of nicotine-deprived smokers using MRI scans.

They found those who exhibited the weakest response to rewards were also the least willing to stop smoking, even when offered money to do so.

‘We believe that our findings may help to explain why some smokers find it so difficult to quit smoking,’ said Dr Stephen Wilson, assistant professor of psychology, at Penn State University, in Pennsylvania. 

Use Your Pain As Motivational Strength: Bounce Back To A Better You

We try to have positive moments all the time, but it doesn’t always happen that way. We often define broken hearts, crushed dreams and other obstacles as setbacks and nothing more.

In reality, though, these so-called challenges actually help us reconsider our current life path, and if we let them, may help us make life changes for the better.

But what about those tough, gut-wrenching situations you that you find little or no joy in? 

Another reason why you shouldn't kiss your pet

Many pet owners think there is nothing wrong giving their pet a kiss. Little do they know, pet could pass antibiotic resistant infections to human, scientists warn.

Scientists are to investigate whether pets can transmit antibiotic resistant infections to humans.

The research will be led by Professor Nigel French at Massey University, in New Zealand, who believes the increasing use of antibiotics in animals may be contributing to the global issue of antimicrobial resistance. 

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Could excessive use of phone/tablet cause blindness?

Without doubt, the invention of smartphones and tablet has easy the stress in communicating and living. But, the effect of the excessive use of these gadgets cannot be disregarded.

A 26-year-old Chinese man risked going blind after suffering a retinal detachment as a result of excessive use of his smartphone texting his girlfriend constantly throughout the day and for several hours in the dark, in bed at night.

Scientists discover a 'mega-Earth' that is 2.3 times larger than Earth

First spotted by NASA’s Kepler space telescope, The newly discovered planet "Kepler-10c" dubbed a "mega-Earth" is about 2.3 times larger than Earth, 17 times as much mass as Earth, meaning it must be filled with rock and other materials much heavier than hydrogen and helium.

Earth, by comparison, is only around 4.5 billion years old. The Kepler-10 star system is an estimated 11 billion years old.

Nigerians own 70% of the houses on London’s most expensive street

The Philanthropist and Chairman, New Nation, an empowerment-oriented group, Mr. Charles Dukwe, claims that Nigerians own about 70 per cent of the most expensive buildings in London.

His assertion was made after unveiling the Queen of Compassion and Kill the Killers Initiative, a grass roots campaign against diabetes and high blood pressure.

Motivation: 10 Affirmations to stay positive when the going gets tough

Life is amazing, but sometimes it’s hard to acknowledge because of all the sticky situations and straight-up terrible nonsense that happens in our lives.

Let me guess: Right when you FINALLY think something is going great, something bad happens again. When does it end, right? Why you? Why can’t you just be NORMAL like “everybody else”? How come it seems like some people have no problems at all, and you’re stuck under a constant avalanche?

Democracy Day: President Jonathan ‘drives’ first Made-in-Nigeria

According to Vangardngr newspaper, as part of activities to celebrate the country’s Democracy Day,President Goodluck Jonathan ‘drove’ the first Made-in-Nigeria car by Nissan.

In a series of tweets shared by the Presidential Spokesman, Reuben Abati (@abati1990), President Goodluck Jonathan and Vice-President, Nnamdi Sambo were presented with the key of one of the Made-in-Nigeria cars, which they test run as confirmed by the Special Assistant to the President on New Media, Reno Omokri (@renoomokri).

Introducing the new STRAPLESS G-string – Shibue

The new Strapless panty which banishes any hint of a visible panty line has taken the fashion world by storm. Who know, this could be the end of VPL.

The $15 Shibue Strapless Panty is a self-adhesive strip of polyester fabric that reaches from the top of your lady regions back to the tip of your tailbone and can be washed and worn repeatedly. 

12 Year-Old Boy advice - How to understand women

Relationship often crumbled due to lack of understanding, which happens to be one the key to long lasting relationship. No matter how much you love your spouse if there is no understanding in the relationship, 95% chance, it will crumble. Love will fade without understanding because there will always be conflict.

What causes a beer belly?

We know beer is pretty calorific, as are the snacks we crave to accompany it. But why does it specifically affect men’s guts? Greg Foot explains all.

When you drink beer, your liver has to go into overdrive to detoxify the alcohol. Now add a few

The incredible torch, so bright it can start a small fire

Torches are essential for power cuts and camping trips. And now, introducing the powerful touch with a beams white light so strong that it can fry an egg and start a small fire.

Made by Wicked Lasers in Shanghai, the $199.95 (£119) Flash torch is made from military-grade anodised aluminium and its creators claim it can survive in the harshest of environments.

The torch beams white light at 4,100 lumens, which is enough to melt a plastic cup and set a polystyrene plate alight.

Media Exposure Could Negatively Affect Children

Recent research by the American Academy of Pediatrics found that toddlers' exposure to over three hours of television per day can negatively impact their behavioral development.

The study compiled research from many sources and concluded that children who watch TV for more than three hours per day were more likely to be associated with behavioral and mental deficiencies like antisocial tendencies and a lowered vocabulary.

Does flossing your teeth prevent tooth decay?

When you take a close look at the evidence, it’s not quite as straightforward as you may think.

“How often do you floss your teeth?” It’s a question almost always asked by dentists when you are in the chair. We’re advised that we should floss our teeth as well as brushing twice a day. But are we really clear on the exact benefit this might bring?

Starting Oceanic Bank was my late mum’s idea – Elvina Ibru

Without doubt during the glory days of Oceanic Bank, you think of Oceanic Bank, you think of the Ibru’s family.

Elvina Ibru, one of the daughters of billionaire businessman Olorogun Michael Ibru, has revealed that starting the now defunct Oceanic Bank was her late mum's idea. Mrs Elsie Ibru was the first female bank manager in Nigeria who worked with the defunct African Continental Bank (ACB) and with her experience in the banking sector adviced her husband to start up a bank. She said her father took the advice but unfortunately, her mum passed away when the bank was about to be opened.

German website publishes pic of Kate Middleton bare butt

The Bild, a German website today publishes the bare butt of the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton.

Kate picture captions “insights into the royal house – the wind thank”

How wearing contact lenses all day can destroy your eyesight

Aimee McWilliams, 33-year-old fashion designer from London had never experienced any problems with them. However Aimee, like many people, had been wearing them for much longer - in her case, for more than 14 hours every day. 

This had slowly been starving her eyes of oxygen; while the damage wasn't apparent to the naked eye, it was spotted when the optometrist used a special microscope. Aimee was shocked to learn that she was in serious danger of losing her sight.

We know where the abducted Chibok girls are, but will not use force to rescue them. Nigerian military

Addressing group of protesters on Monday in Abuja, the Nigeria's Chief of Defense Staff Air Marshall Alex Badeh said the military knows where the abducted girls are but won’t use force to rescue them and should be allowed to carry out their duties as they know what they are doing.

What does the future holds? Video: Five-year-old Casanova with 3 girlfriends reveals his romantic dilemma

The clip was posted in YouTube few days ago, where it racked up nearly two million views in just three days

while some guys worry and to some extent commit suicide over not being attracted by lady, the five-year-old is stressed because he has too many girlfriends.

Inspiration: Female bodybuilder with NO ARMS lift weights, lives normally, except she does everything with her FEET

Barbie Thomas lost both her arms when she was two years old in an electrical accident, but that hasn't stopped her from living and pursuing her body building dream.

The inspiring America body builder said she can do anything an average person can do except she uses her feet. That includes brushing her teeth, taking her bath, dressing, making dinner, taking milk out of the fridge, texting, shopping, putting on makeup and even driving, name it.

Barbie was given an emotional standing ovation by competitors and spectators at the NPC Junior USA Bodybuilding Championship, South Carolina.

World Health Assembly (WHA) Okays use of traditional medicine

Report has it that:

• N5.15b fake drugs seized in global crackdown

• India, China top global sources of counterfeit medicines

A RESOLUTION for a better integration of the use of traditional medicine was among the proposals adopted as the 67th World Health Assembly (WHA) closed at the weekend.  

According to a press statement by the WHO, traditional medicine covers a wide variety of therapies and practices, which varies from country to country and region to region.

The statement reads: “The strategy aims to build the knowledge base for national policies and strengthen quality assurance, safety, proper use and effectiveness of traditional and complementary medicine through regulation. It also aims to promote universal health coverage by integrating traditional and complementary medicine services into health care service delivery and home care.”

Can giving up face cream IMPROVE your looks?

Having a perfect skin is the dream of every woman. Some women don’t mind spending their last cent just to keep the looks stunning. Understanding your skin and applying some beauty tricks – like massaging skin to prevent wrinkles – will actually save you some cent on cosmetics.

Mary Berry, 79, has near perfect skin; but she doesn't use any face creams

Nissan to start producing their first made in Nigerian cars in April

Following Nigeria new automotive policy which was endorsed by many global automotive manufactures, Nissan is set to start producing their first made in Nigeria cars in April 2014. The automotive policy is aimed at reducing unemployment rate in the country.

Carlos Ghosn, the Chief Executive Officer of Nissan Motors, on 23^rd January announced the production of Nigerian-made 4X4 Nissan motors as from April this year.

With the new 'Traffic Light Assist', you might never stop at a red light again: said Audi

Red light can be annoying especially when you are in haste.

Audi is developing a system know as 'Traffic Light Assist' that shows drivers exactly how far their next red is, helping them time their drive to minimize stopping.

The display, in the dashboard in front of drivers, shows a traffic light icon  with a countdown timer that reads the number of seconds before a light changes from red to green.

Surgeons use student's toe to create new finger

A Surgeon in Changsha, in China's Hunan province, has successfully created a new finger for Ha Yuan from his amputated toe.

Hu Yuan lost his left third finger in a childhood accident and has live without it ever since.

But after graduating, and believing he was been discriminated by employers because of his disfigurement, he decided to fix it.