Thursday 31 August 2017

UNICAL Post UTME Admission Screening Form Out – 2017/18

THE University of Calabar, UNICAL 2017/2018 Post UTME Admission Screening Exercise, Eligibility, Cutoff Mark And Registration Details has been Announced. We are using this platform to inform all the prospective candidates who scored a minimum of 150 and above in the Joint Admissions & Matriculation Examination, JAMB and who have chosen University of Calabar as […]

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Why This 8-Year-Old Boy Set Up a Lemonade Stand in a Hospital

Ulises Ornelas is an 8-year-old boy who is treating his injuries in a very unique way: by selling lemonade to hospital residents and staff. Ornelas recently underwent brain surgery at the Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital in Lincoln, Nebraska. The surgery caused the left side of his body to be temporarily paralyzed

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Official: JAMB Cut-off Mark for All Schools Announced – 2017/2018

The Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, (UTME) 2017/18 Jamb Cut Off Marks for All Nigeria Institutions has just been released! The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB on Tuesday, 22nd August, 2017 pegged the minimum cut-off mark for admissions into universities for the 2017/2018 academic year at 120. Related: Jamb CBT Registration Form 2017 Jamb Cut […]

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Los Angeles Replaces Columbus Day With Indigenous Peoples Day

In light of Columbus Day's dangerous historical roots, the Los Angeles City Council replaced the holiday with Indigenous People's Day on Wednesday.

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UI Post UTME Admission Screening Form out – 2017/2018

The University of Ibadan, UI Post UTME Admission Screening Form, Cutoff mark and Registration details is out for the 2017/2018 academic session – See how to apply below; We are using this medium to inform all the applicants who made the University of Ibadan their first choice Institution in the 2017 UTME and scored a […]

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BUK Post UTME Admission Screening Form out – 2017/2018

Bayero University, Kano (BUK) Post UTME Admission Screening Form, Cutoff Mark, Eligibility and Registration Details for the 2017/2018 academic session has been announced – See full details below; This is to inform the general public and all prospective candidates that the management of Bayero university, Kano (BUK) has disclosed that Admission Screening Registration will commence […]

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FUTO Post UTME Admission Screening Form out – 2017/2018

The Federal University of Technology, Owerri, FUTO Post-UTME Admission Screening Exercise, Examination Date, Cut-off Mark, Eligibility And Registration Details Has Been Announced  for the 2017/2018 academic session- See How to Register Below; This is to inform all candidates who chose Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) as their first choice Institution in the 2017 University […]

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Man Turns Abandoned Tennis Courts Into Flourishing Dog Park on Chicago South Side

There is only one dog park in the south side of Chicago – and it was built on a series of abandoned tennis courts. Todd Agosto, who is the proud owner of Charlie the German shepherd and a young pit bull named Noah, is the mastermind behind Jackson Bark: the beloved

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Wednesday 30 August 2017

Louise Hay Built a Healing Empire, After She Healed Herself (1926–2017)

Self-Help pioneer Louise Hay published her first book, Heal Your Body, in 1976 (at age 50) long before it was fashionable to discuss the connection between the mind and body. Today her publishing empire, Hay House, continues the mission of that first best-selling book, by promoting the work of notable

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Andy Murray Stands Out As He Stands Up For Female Tennis Players

Andy Murray has established himself as one of the only male tennis players to stand up for his female counterparts, advocating for equal pay and calling out sexism in the sport. NPR's Kelly McEvers speaks with Elle magazine writer Lizzy Goodman about Murray's unique brand of feminism.



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Houston Furniture Store Invites Flood Victims and Pets to Shelter on its Mattresses and Sofas

He has been a Houston fixture, advertising his two furniture stores in Houston for over a third of a century. This week he advertised his own cell phone number and opened both locations to 400 victims of the Texas floods from Tropical Storm Harvey. “We’re opening up both buildings as

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This Couple Got Married on Mount Everest, and the Photos are Breathtaking

James Sisson and Ashley Schmieder have become the first couple to ever get married at the base camp of Mount Everest in a tuxedo and wedding dress – and though they say that it was a long and arduous journey, the photos are proof that the event was worth it.

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UNIUYO Basic Studies & Pre Degree Admission List – 2017/18

THIS is to inform the general public that the school management of University of Uyo, has announced the names of candidates who have been offered provisional admission into the UNIUYO Basic Studies and Pre Degree Programme for the 2017/2018 academic session. All the candidates who have checked the University of Uyo pre-degree/basic studies result can […]

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MOUAU Post UTME Admission Screening Form out – 2017/18

Micheal Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike, MOUAU Post UTME / Admission Screening Exercise, Cutoff Mark and Screening date for the 2017/2018 Academic session has been announced. This is to inform the general public that the management of Micheal Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU) has announced the Post-UTME screening exercise for the 2017/2018 academic session. […]

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UNIUYO Pre Degree/Basic Studies Admission List out – 2017/2018

Latest information reaching us has it that The University of Uyo (UNIUYO) has released the list of admitted candidates who are offered provisional admission into the Basic studies and Pre-degree programmes of the institution for the 2017/2018 academic session. The names of admitted candidates are contained on the attached pdf documents below; How to Check […]

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EBSU Post UTME/ DE Admission Screening Form – 2017/18

We are using this platform to inform all the applicants who choose Ebonyi State University (EBSU), Abakaliki as their University of First Choice in the 2017 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and scored a minimum of 160 and above as well as possess required O/Level credits for University admissions, that the ESBU admission POST-UTME Application […]

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Polytechnic Ibadan Post UTME Admission Screening Form – 2017/18

The Polytechnic Ibadan Post UTME Admission Screening Date, Cut-off Mark, Eligibility And Registration Details is out for the 2017/2018 academic session – See How to apply below; WE are using this platform to inform the general public and all the aspirants who applied for Admission into the National Diploma (ND) programme of the polytechnic Ibadan […]

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FUOYE Pre Degree Application Form Out – 2017/2018

WE are using this medium to inform the general public and most especially all interested persons that the Federal University Oye-Ekiti, FUOYE, Pre-degree Application Form for the 2017/2018 academic session is out. Eligibility Interested applicants MUST possess a minimum of five(5) Credits pass in SSCE/NECO at a maximum of two(2) sittings including English Language (for […]

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Smoking Linked to Frailty in Seniors

But study also found those who had quit didn't suffer same fate

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Diet Study Suggests It's Carbs, Not Fats, That Are Bad for You

But don't give up on fruits, vegetables and legumes -- they're still good for you

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Many Parents Don't Tell Doctor about 'Complementary' Therapy Use in Kids

Hiding info from pediatricians could be risky for young patients, report authors say

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Many U.S. Women Unaware of Fibroid Treatments: Poll

Hysterectomy isn't the only choice, radiology experts say

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Many Parents Not Happy with Later School Start Times

More shut-eye means healthier, more alert students, but survey finds half of parents pushing back

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Moles Not Most Likely Spot for Melanomas

More than two-thirds of deadly skin cancers occur as new lesions, analysis finds

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Good News in History, August 30

On this day 50 years ago, Thurgood Marshall was confirmed as the first black judge named to the U.S. Supreme Court. Preceding his 24 years of service as one of its Associate Justices, he was best known for the high success rate achieved when he argued before the highest court

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What's Up Those Baseball Sleeves? Lots Of Data, And Privacy Concerns

Ben Hansen, chief technology officer of Motus Global, left, watches data on a hand held device as Pittsburgh Pirates prospect Matt Benedict throws a ball. Benedict is wearing sensors that recorded 39 sets of measurements ranging from shoulder rotation to hip speed to stride.

Professional athletes use wearable technology to improve performance. But key questions remain over who owns the data and how it's used.

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Tuesday 29 August 2017

FUTMINNA Post UTME & DE Form, Cutoff and Exam Date – 2017/18

Federal University of Technology, Minna, FUTMinna (Pre-Admission Screening) Post UTME/DE 2017/2018 Screening Date, Cut-off Mark, Eligibility And Registration Details Has Been Released.   FUTMINNA 2017/2018 UNIVERSITY PRE-ADMISSION SCREENING EXERCISE This is to inform all candidates who applied for admission into the Federal University of Technology, Minna, for the 2017/2018 academic session that the University’s Pre-Admission […]

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FUNAI Post UTME Admission Screening Form out – 2017/18

Official: The Federal University, Ndufu-Alike, Ikwo FUNAI POST-UTME Admission Screening form for the 2017/2018 academic session is out. The Cutoff mark for FUNAI is 180 and above. See more details below; FUNAI 2017/2018 Admission Screening WE are using this medium to inform the public that registration for the Post-Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) of the […]

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UNIBEN Post UTME Admission Screening Form out – 2017/18

Official: The University of Benin, Uniben Post UTME Form, Cutoff Mark, Admission Screening Date for the 2017/2018 Academic Session has been announced. The University of Benin (UNIBEN) Admission Screening Exercise for 2017/2018 Academic Session; to be conducted by UNIBEN CONSULT NIGERIA LIMITED, will take place between 14th September, 2017and 25th September, 2017 in designated centres within the […]

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RSUST Pre-Degree Application Form out – 2017/2018

THIS is to inform the general public that the school management of Rivers State University of Science and Technology, RSUST, is inviting suitably qualified applicants for admission into the pre-degree programmes of the College of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculties of Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Science, Agriculture and Technical & Science Education for the 2017/2018 academic session. […]

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RSUST Post UTME Admission Screening Form out – 2017/2018

Latest information reaching us has it that Rivers State University of Science and Technology, RSUST Post UTME Admission Screening Form For 2017/2018 Academic Year is out. We are using this platform to inform all candidates who select the Rivers State University of Science and Technology, RSUST, during the 2017 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and […]

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UNILAG Post UTME Admission Screening Form Out – 2017/2018

The University of Lagos, UNILAG 2017/2018 Post-Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) aptitude test for Prospective students has been scheduled to commenced from 31st August, 2017. See full details below; This is to inform the general public and most especially all the candidates who choose University of Lagos, UNILAG as their choice in the last UTME […]

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How to Check OOU Post UTME Result – 2017/18

The Olabisi Onabanjo University, OOU Post UTME Result for the 2017/2018 academic session has just been released! THIS is to inform all the candidates who participated in the Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye, 2017/2018 Post UTME Screening Exercise that the school management has released the Post UTME Results. OOU Post UTME Result – How to […]

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AKSU (Post UTME) Admission Screening Form – 2017/2018

Akwa Ibom State University, AKSU Post UTME Screening Form, Cutoff mark And Registration Detail for the 2017/2018 Academic Session Has been Announced; THIS is to inform all applicants who made Akwa Ibom State University their first choice Institution and scored 160 and above in the 2017 UTME are hereby notified that the AKSU Screening exercise […]

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AAU Direct Entry Admission Form Out – 2017/2018

THIS is to inform all the Direct Entry candidates who applied to JAMB for admission and chose Ambrose Alli University, (AAU), Ekpoma as their first choice are also required to complete the online application form for their screening exercise. All such candidates must upload scanned copies of all relevant certificates/documents to the Portal. Related: AAU […]

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AAU Post UTME/ DE Admission Screening Form – 2017/2018

Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, AAU Post-UTME & Direct Entry Admission form Form, Cutoff Mark, Eligibility And Registration Details Has Been Released for the 2017/2018 academic session – See How to Apply below; We are using this medium to inform all the UTME candidates who choose Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma as their First Choice institution, with […]

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UNILORIN Post UTME/ DE Screening Form out – 2017/2018

The University of Ilorin, UNILORIN pre admission screening application form for UTME and Direct Entry candidates for the the 2017/2018 academic session is out. See details below; The management of University of Ilorin 2017/2018 Post-UTME Pre-admission screening registration instructions have been announced. Aspirants of Unilorin are to follows the instructions in the .pdf document below as […]

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Student Drives into Hurricane Path to Rescue Animals at Risk

These two pups were stranded in the path of Hurricane Harvey with very few rescue prospects – until Connor showed up. This was no ordinary rescue, either – Connor made the 4-hour drive south from Austin, Texas to where the dogs were in Corpus Christi. Not only that, but he

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‘Thanks for saving my life’: Man Marries Woman Who Prevented His Suicide 10 Years Ago

Blake Walsh isn’t just Kevin’s wife – she is also the woman who saved his life. Kevin and Blake first met at summer camp when they were 13 years old. Even when they were younger, Kevin says that he though she was the prettiest girl he had ever seen. Though

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For the First Time Ever, Wild Bears Given Second Chance at Life

In the state of California, any bear that harms a human is considered a public safety threat that must be euthanized in order to minimize harm. This black bear family, however, is the first in history that has been given a second chance at life instead. The mother of three

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More Than Half of Americans Will Need Nursing Home Care

More short-term stays the biggest factor fueling the increase

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Young Adults May Be Ignoring High Blood Pressure

Only 4 in 10 with the condition get it under control, study reports

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Could an Estrogen Patch Boost Women's Sex Lives in Menopause?

Study suggests that, given this way, short-term use of the hormone may help those who report symptoms

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Does Race Matter in Care 'Preemie' Babies Receive?

It may not be intentional, but there's room for improvement, study shows

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Women At Risk for Alzheimer's Face Critical 10-Year Window, Study Says

If your genes predispose you to the illness, 65 to 75 may be high-risk years

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Suicide a Danger for Some Women During Pregnancy

Notion this is the happiest time of life may be unrealistic

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Hep B Vaccine Should Be Given Sooner: Pediatricians Group

Shot should come within 24 hours of delivery, and not at first checkup

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Serious Reactions to Vaccines Rarely Recur: Review

Findings add to evidence of safety of childhood immunizations, pediatricians say

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Slow and Steady Wins the Weight-Loss Race

Study found fluctuations in pounds shed over a year of dieting predicted poorer results

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FDA Says MDMA is Breakthrough Cure for PTSD After Shocking Success of Clinical Trials

While the drug is stereotypically used by partying youngsters, these researchers found that it had a surprising success rate amongst PTSD patients.

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Kenya Attacks Plastic Bag Problem With Toughest Ban in the World

After 10 years of debate and delay, Kenya has finally approved the world’s strictest plastic bag ban. Th ban punishes the import, manufacturing, or selling of single-use plastic bags with either 4 years in jail or a $38,000 fine. While authorities are currently enforcing the legislation amongst retailers and manufacturers,

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Running Community Mourns David Torrence; Olympian Dies At 31

David Torrence, seen here during the 2014 Penn Relays at Franklin Field in Philadelphia, has died in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Popular elite runner David Torrence was found dead in an apartment complex's pool in the Phoenix area. Torrence ran in last year's Summer Olympics and had been training for more races.

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Good News in History, August 29

  Happy 70th Birthday to Temple Grandin, the Colorado expert on animal behavior who became a public spokesperson for autism and invented the “hug box” for calming those on the spectrum. Diagnosed with autism when she was two, she earned a doctorate degree in animal science from the University of

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Federal Poly ilaro ND Part Time Admission List Out – 2017/18

THIS is to inform all the candidates who applied for admission into the National Diploma Part-time programme of Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro, that the school management has released the first batch admission list of candidates for the 2017/2018 academic session. How to Check Federal Poly ilaro ND Part Time Admission list The Federal Poly ilaro ND […]

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EKSU Pre-degree Admission Form out for 2017/2018 Session

THIS is to inform the members of the general public and all interested candidates that the Ekiti State University, EKSU Pre-Degree Admission Form is now on sale for the 2017/2018 academic session, the school management of EKSU is inviting interested and eligible candidates to apply for EKSU Pre Degree Programme. The Ekiti State University Pre […]

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Kwara State College of Health Tech. 2nd Batch Admission List – 2017/18

Kwara State College of Health Technology, Offa 2nd batch admission list for the 2017/2018 academic session has been released and uploaded on the school portal for checking. On this note, all the candidates who participated in the Offa health tech. screening can now proceed to check their admission status. How to Check Offa Health Tech. […]

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Monday 28 August 2017

5 Amazing Ways People are Aiding Hurricane Harvey Evacuees

Hurricane Harvey might be considered quite a natural disaster – but America has definitely risen to the occasion in more ways than one.

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Mexico Saves Millions of Monarch Butterflies by Stopping Logging in its Tracks

In 2013, conservationists voiced their concern over disappearing monarch butterfly populations in Mexico. Several years later, however, the government has ensured that the insects are flourishing, thanks to their crack down on illegal logging. According to the Mexican office of the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), the country’s newest environmental police force

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Woman Decides to Keep Tiny Pet That She Found in Her Salad

Becky Garfinkel may have lost her appetite because of this store bought salad mix – but she did gain a tiny new friend. The Corona, California resident says that she was munching on a salad that she had recently bought from a Target store when she saw something hiding amongst

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Youth Risks His Life to Crawl After Suicidal Woman and Talk Her Down

A situation that could have ended in tragedy took an inspiring turn last weekend when a Good Samaritan risked his own life to comfort a suicidal woman and talk her down from the edge. The woman was first spotted on Saturday afternoon crawling across a section of beams in the

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Watch Woman Gift Drenched Reporter a 6-pack of Beer as Thank You For Hurricane Coverage

This unidentified woman is redefining the meaning of the phrase “southern hospitality”. Fox News reporter Casey Stegall was in Galveston, Texas last week reporting on the progress of Hurricane Harvey when a woman runs into the camera shot and hands him a 6-pack of Galveston Island Brewing’s Tiki Wheat beer.

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Good News in History, August 28

On this day 180 years ago, pharmacists John Lea & William Perrins manufactured Worcestershire Sauce for the first time. They devised the complex recipe in Worcester, England after a nobleman of the area was eager to recreate an exciting taste he had acquired in India. From that day forward, the

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How to Fight Fall Allergies

Take medication before symptoms flare, reduce mold exposure and avoid pollen, allergy expert says

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Undiagnosed Heart Condition 'AFib' May Be Common, Study Suggests

Continuous long-term monitoring led to diagnosis in 1 out of 3 high-risk adults

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Are Her Chocolate Cravings a Product of the Culture?

These premenstrual urges seem far more common among U.S. women than others, study suggests

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Common Treatment for Early Prostate Cancer May Carry Heart Risk

Hormone-suppressing regimen may raise odds for heart failure, but it brings benefits, too, researchers say

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Some Newborns Don't Get Heart Defect, Hearing Loss Tests

Such screens are critical to early intervention efforts, CDC officials say

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Cookies, Apples or Yogurt? Not Always a Simple Choice for Kids

Snack preferences drive buying decisions, but brands and allowance also play a part, researchers say

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Do Flame Retardants Hinder Infertility Treatments?

Study found link between exposure to a certain chemical and failed in-vitro fertilization attempts

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Expert Tips to Avoid Accidental Poisonings at School

Keep sanitizers, other cleaning products out of children's reach

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Many Migraine Sufferers Given Unecessary Opioids, Study Finds

Addictive painkillers should be treatment of last resort, headache expert says

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Parents Worried about Cyberbullies as School Starts Up

Poor diet, drugs and car accidents also among the leading concerns, poll shows

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AAUA Post UTME Admission Screening Form out – 2017/2018

Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, AAUA Post-UTME Admission Screening, Cut-off Mark, Eligibility And Registration Details Out for the 2017/2018 academic session. The AAUA Post UTME Screening Test will be conducted between the 18th and 30th of September, 2017 at the University’s CBT Centre. See Full Registration Guideline below; We are glad to inform the general public […]

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KWASU Pre-Degree/ Remedial Form out – 2017/2018

Admission into Kwara State University, Malete, Pre-degree and Remedial Programme for the 2017/2018 academic session is currently ongoing. The KWASU Pre-degree/Remedial application form can be obtained at the sum of N10,000 only. The KWASU Pre degree/Remedial Programmes which are for a duration of one academic year, are to intensively prepare students with deficiencies in WASSCE, […]

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Sunday 27 August 2017

AIDS is No Longer the Leading Cause of Death in Africa

Thanks to the tireless efforts devoted to education and treatment of the disease, a new report says that HIV/AIDS is no longer the leading cause of death in Africa. The research published by the fact checking organization Africa Check, which is based on numbers from the World Health Organization (WHO), shows

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Orange is the New Green For Thriving Costa Rican Forests, Thanks to Orange Peels

In the mid-1990s, 1,000 truckloads of orange peels and orange pulp were purposefully unloaded onto a barren pasture in a Costa Rican national park. Today, that area is covered in lush, vine-laden forest. A team led by Princeton University researchers surveyed the land 16 years after the orange peels were

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Kitten Has Team of Piglets to Watch Over Him During His Seizures (WATCH)

Sriracha the kitten and Batman the pig may have been an unlikely pairing – but the adorable duo has created an unexpected impact on the feline’s health. The two met at Rancho Relaxo, an animal sanctuary based out of Woodstown, New Jersey. When the pawesome pals first got together, they

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Jackie Chan’s Adorable New Video Encourages Animals to Protect Themselves With Kung Fu

Jackie Chan has been in dozens of movies where he fought for humans around the world – but now he has stepped into a role as advocate for pangolins. The commercial, which just debuted in Beijing, features the legendary martial arts master teaching young pangolins how to do kung fu.

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Good News in History, August 27

  On this day 65 years ago, negotiations between West Germany and Israel over reparations for Nazi atrocities ended in Luxembourg, with the European country agreeing to pay 3 billion Deutschmarks. (1952) MORE Good News on this Day: Radio Argentina first broadcast a live show from a theater in Buenos

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Mayweather Vs. McGregor Recap

Boxer Floyd Mayweather defeated UFC champion Conor McGregor in a fight Saturday. Host A Martinez recaps the match with MMAjunkie columnist Ben Fowlkes.



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Mayweather Defeats McGregor In 10th-Round TKO

Floyd Mayweather, left, defeated Conor McGregor in a super welterweight boxing match Saturday in Las Vegas.

Floyd Mayweather cemented his place as a boxing great with a career 50th straight win over the mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor Saturday. Mayweather was widely expected to win.

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Saturday 26 August 2017

Mayweather And McGregor Set To Meet For Blockbuster Boxing Fight

Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor meet in the ring Saturday night. The two fighters may have near flawless fighting records, but they're facing heat for provocative comments.



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Denver High School Cheerleading Coach Fired After Videos Show 'Forced Splits'

A cheerleader cries out in pain as she is pushed down into a split. Her high school coach was fired on Friday.

"I have watched all of the videos," said the Denver Public School Superintendent Tom Boasberg. "As a superintendent, and as a father, and as an athlete, they are deeply disturbing."

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Palestinian Bus Driver Finds $10,000 and Returns it to Jewish Owner

Despite the apparent cultural or religious differences, this Palestinian bus driver did not hesitate to return $10,000 in cash to the Jewish man who had lost it. The 35-year-old driver, Ramadan Jamjoum, was piloting the 422 line from Jerusalem to the Orthodox city of Bnei Brak when the incident occurred. Jamjoum told

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Girl Who Took Crucial Exams Hours After Grenfall Fire Gets Top Grades

Ines Alves made headlines earlier this year when she escaped from Grenfall Tower as it burned and then sat for a chemistry exam only hours later. The 16-year-old teen had evacuated her flat on the 13th floor with her brother Tiago just as the tower was starting to go up

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200 Dogs Rescued From Euthanization Fate in Largest Overseas Airlift Ever

205 pups, young and old, were airlifted from Puerto Rico earlier this week so they could finally be given a better life. The mission, which was conducted by the Humane Society of the United States, is believed to be the largest airlift rescue ever completed in a single trip. The

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Good News in History, August 26

  On this day in 1791, John Fitch was granted a United States patent for a boat propelled by steam power. Working on lakes and rivers, at first with the use of paddles, these boats would eventually revolutionize the commercial transportation of passengers and freight, particularly along the Mississippi River,

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LASU Post UTME/ DE Admission Screening Form Out – 2017/2018

Update: THIS is to inform the general public and most especially all the candidates who chose Lagos State University as their choice in the 2017 UTME that the LASU Post UTME/Direct Entry Admission Screening Application Form for 2017/2018 academic session is Now On Sale! This is to inform all the candidates who choose Lagos State […]

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EKSU Post UTME/DE Admission Screening Form out – 2017/2018

Breaking: Ekiti State University, EKSU 2017/2018 Post UTME /DE Admission Screening Form, Eligibility, Cutoff mark and Registration guideline is out. We are using this platform to notify all UTME and Direct Entry (DE) candidates who choose Ekiti State University (EKSU), Ado-Ekiti as their choice institution for the 2017/2018 academic session, that the on-line screening exercise […]

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Saturday Sports: Mayweather Vs. McGregor

ESPN's Howard Bryant and NPR's Scott Simon discuss the upcoming face-off between Floyd Mayweather and Connor McGregor and whether the fight should have been sanctioned.



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Friday 25 August 2017

Watch Seniors Burst into Tears When They Look into Goggles and See Their Dreams Come True

There is more to technology than just millenials checking their Facebooks. Tech company Intel and Brazilian news company Razões para Acreditar embarked on a campaign to enrich the lives of the elderly through virtual reality goggles. Their “Technology Through Life” initiative took them to a nursing home in São Paulo where they

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Watch Woman Almost Fall Out of Chair When Dog Tells Her She is Going to Be a Grandma

Vicki Crosby could not believe her eyes when Fish the dog told her that she was going to be a grandma.

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ABSU Post UTME Admission Screening Form out – 2017/2018

THIS is to inform all the Jamb candidates who chose Abia State University, Uturu (ABSU) as their choice in the 2017 UTME (JAMB) and scored 120 and above that the ABSU Post UTME Admission Screening form is now on sale for the 2017/2018 academic session. Applicants who select Abia State University as their first and […]

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Racial Conflict Draws Boxing Fans To Mayweather-McGregor Fight

Almost everyone agrees that the much-hyped boxing match between Floyd Mayweather and MMA champ Conor McGregor will not be much of a fight. But fans will shell out an estimated half a billion dollars to watch. NPR's Robert Siegel talks with sports columnist Adam Kilgore of The Washington Post about the fight.



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UNN Nsukka 2017/2018 Post UTME Registration, Cut-off and Exam Date

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka, (UNN) 2017/2018 Post-UTME Screening Date, Cut-Off Mark, Eligibility And Registration Details Has NOT Been Announced! Latest News: We are using this platform to inform all the Aspirants of UNN that the cut-off mark for admission into the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) for 2017/2018 academic session is 200. According to […]

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LASU Foundation JUPEB Admission List Released – 2017/2018 [1st batch]

THIS is to inform the general public that the management of Lagos State University (LASU) has released the names of candidates who have been offered provisional admission into its 2017/2018 LASU Foundation (JUPEB) Programme commencing 4th of September, 2017. The offer of LASU Foundation (JUPEB) admission is subject to the following: 1. Payment of Acceptance […]

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China Spends $100 Billion on Finally Keeping Water Clean

Since the beginning of 2017, the Chinese government has launched over 8,000 clean-up initiatives to finally end water pollution.

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Newman’s Own: 35 Years Ago Today, A Bottle of Dressing Turned into $500M for Charity

The handsome Hollywood star did not just leave behind a legacy of beloved films – he has also helped contribute over $500 million to charity through snacking. Exactly 35 years ago today, Paul Newman’s personal olive oil and vinegar salad dressing hit grocery store shelves. What made this condiment significant

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AKSCOE Post UTME Admission Screening Form out – 2017/18

We are using this medium to inform the general public that Akwa Ibom State College of Education, AKSCOE Post-UTME Admission Screening form, Eligibility, Cut-Off Mark And Registration Guideline is out for the 2017/2018 academic session. The management of the Akwa Ibom State College of Education (AKSCOE) Afaha Nsit announces the commencement of Admission Exercise (Post […]

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Man Spends Two Years Building Incredible Mini Mansion For His Dogs

This pit bull palace is fit for a king – or in this case, four very spoiled puppies.

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Boy Remembers Scene From Favorite Movie to Save Drowning Brother

Professional actor and wrestler Dwayne “the Rock” Johnson may not have ever given a particularly life-changing performance before – but now, thanks to a 10-year-old boy, one of his performances has become life-saving. Jacob O’Connor is being credited as a hero after he used a scene from his favorite movie

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Happy 87th Birthday to Sean Connery–Watch Video of His Top 10 Roles

  Happy Birthday to Scottish actor Sean Connery who turns 87 today. With his deep, alluring voice he portrayed the iconic James Bond in seven films. The debonair secret agent earned an Academy Award for his role in the 1987 gangster film The Untouchables. He also played memorable roles in The Hunt

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Man Goes to 13 Ball Parks to Scatter Pal’s Ashes in the Perfect Way for a Plumber

People may grieve in different ways, but Tom McDonald’s way of paying tribute to his late friend is especially unique. McDonald’s friend from childhood, Roy Riegel, was a devoted baseball fan and an exceptionally talented plumber. He also passed away in April 2008. So as a means of honoring his

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Google is Now Offering You Help For Depression

Google is taking advantage of its position as a top web browser to offer help to depressed users. The tech titan has just released a new feature that offers a questionnaire to American users who Google the phrase “clinical depression”. Under the initial definition of the condition, a link that reads

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App Translates Human Speech Into Elephant Language so You Can Help Save Species

Forget about learning French or Japanese – there is now an app that can help you speak in elephant. Hello in Elephant is a smartphone app that can translate texts, expressions, and phrases into its basic elephant language counterpart. This means that instead of saying “I love you” or “I’m

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Cop Stops to Bust a Move With Senior Dancing Alone on the Street

This 92-year-old was dancing like no one was watching – and she kept boogying even when a police officer pulled over.

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Indian Supreme Court Enshrines Right to Privacy So Government Can’t Misuse Collected Data

The Supreme Court of India has just ruled that privacy is a fundamental right that is protected by the Constitution. The unanimous verdict comes in the wake of criticism over the Aadhaar (Targeted Delivery of Financial and Other Subsidies, Benefits, and Services) Act of 2016. Petitioners have reportedly spoken out

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Good News in History, August 24

  On this day 50 years ago, two penguins from London’s Chessington Zoo were taken on a day trip to a local ice rink to cool off during the city’s heat wave. The penguins seemed delighted as they joined skaters in Streatham in the new icy surroundings. Once released from their

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Watch John Cena Tear Up When Surprised By Fans Hiding in the Next Room

John Cena’s motto does not just serve to inspire himself – it also serves to inspire his fans. And as a thank you for the motivation, his fans decided to surprise him with how much he means to them. Cricket Wireless published a video earlier this week of John Cena

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You Can Actually Do Something Good With Those Eclipse Glasses Instead of Throwing Them Away

Now that you have enjoyed the magic of the solar eclipse, you can ensure that other less fortunate children can have the same opportunity. Astronomers Without Borders is an organization that is collecting lightly used eclipse glasses from Americans who experienced the most recent breathtaking phenomenon. The glasses will then

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These Little Athletes Glued to Their Phones Are Not Ignoring Each Other as Adults Assume

These “kids today” aren't just using their cell phones for social media – they are also using them for friendship.

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These Youth in the Congo Offer a Choice of Music Over Conflict

Republished with permission from Peace News Written by John Oryang August 15th, 2017 When Kelvin and his friends filmed their own version of a US pop song, they never knew it would be such a hit – especially amongst young people just like him. Kelvin Batumike knew youth faced a bleak

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Good News in History, August 23

On this day 25 years ago, Dennis Eckersley, who previously set a Major League Baseball record for most consecutive saves (40), became the first pitcher to record 40 saves in four separate seasons. Known for his championship play for the Oakland A’s, “Eck” played for five different teams in his

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Dad and Daughter, Both Cancer Survivors, Help Pay Medical Bills for Others

You know what they say: like father, like daughter. After 9-year-old Becca Boo Salmins completed her two-and-a-half year battle with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, she enlisted the help of her hero father – who is a fellow cancer survivor himself – in helping to fulfill her dream of promoting awareness and

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10-Year-old Boy Delivers His Baby Brother – and Saves His Life

Childbirth can be stressful for everyone, especially for a boy who is only 10 years old. But that didn’t stop Jayden Fontenot from helping to deliver his newborn baby brother and save his life. Jayden’s mother, Ashley Moreau, was at their home in Sulphur, Louisiana earlier this month when she went

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Five Amazing Natural Phenomena That Are Harder to See Than a Total Eclipse

There will always be more eclipses in the future – but these are some occurrences that tourists may never be able to see as easily.

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Pit Bulls Save Children From Venomous Snake Lurking in Their Yard

While pit bulls might sometimes get a bad rap, these two pups are being hailed as heroes after they rescued a youngster from a copperhead snake. Last week, Slayer and Paco the pit bulls were playing in the yard of their home with their owner’s grandchildren: 4-year-old Zayden and 1-year-old

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Stars Pay Tribute to ‘King of Comedy’ Jerry Lewis (1926-2017)

What were your favorite Jerry Lewis comedy moments?

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Good News in History, August 22

  Congratulations to actress Valerie Harper who is celebrating her 78th birthday Tuesday. Best known for her role as Rhoda Morgenstern on the beloved 70s sitcom The Mary Tyler Moore Show and its spinoff series Rhoda, she is twice a cancer survivor, having been given three months to live in

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UNIUYO Pre Degree/ Basic Studies Academic Calendar – 2017/18

This is to inform the general public and most especially all the candidates who have been offered provisional admission into the University of Uyo, Uniuyo Basic Studies/Pre degree programme that the school management has released the Proposed Academic Calendar for the 2017/2018 Academic Session. UNIUYO Proposed Academic Calendar for Pre Degree & Basic Studies Related: […]

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Fed Poly Nekede (Post UTME) Admission Screening Form – 2017/18

The Federal Polytechnic Nekede Post UTME Admission Screening Form, Eligibility, Cut-off Mark and Registration Details for the 2017/2018 Academic Session is Out – See how to Apply below; This is to inform all the candidates who choose Federal Polytechnic, Nekede as Institution of First or Second choice in the 2017 UTME and scored a minimum […]

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Awake for Aneurysm Brain Surgery, Better Results?

In new approach to the dangerous lesions, surgeons can get patient feedback during the procedure

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Pot Won't Harm Healthy Young People's Kidneys, Study Suggests

Researchers recommend more study on older users

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Human Gut Germs Dictated by Diet

Lifestyle advances over thousands of years may have altered people's microbial makeup, study suggests

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More U.S. Teens Getting Vaccinated Against HPV

But rates still lagging against the cancer-causing virus that's caused by sexual contact, CDC says

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After Heart Attack, Just 1 in 3 Go for Rehab: CDC

Recommended outpatient treatment reduces risk of recurrence

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Bicyclist Deaths Rise in U.S., Men Are Likely Victims

Fatal crashes jumped 12 percent in 2015, report says

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Patients' Hearing Loss May Mean Poorer Medical Care

Misunderstandings raise the risk for medical errors, study finds

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How You Think about Your Arthritis Makes a Difference

Confidence in your ability to remain active improves day-to-day life, study finds

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Land Mines Being Replaced by More Deadly Explosive Devices

IED victims lose multiple limbs, suffer more genital injuries

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Meth Abuse Could Up Stroke Risk in Younger Users

Most of these strokes involve bleeding into the brain: study

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Floyd Mayweather And Justin Bieber Are On The Outs

The friendship between the boxer and the singer reportedly is done. Floyd Mayweather owns a strip club, and Justin Bieber was apparently advised by his church to steer clear.



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IBBU Remedial, IJMB & French Foundation Admission Form – 2017/2018

WE are using this medium is to inform the general public that the Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida University (IBBU) sales of forms for IJMB, Remedial, JAMB preparatory and french foundation programmes for 2017/2018 academic session has commenced. Method of Application All interested persons should visit the University official portal for admission requirements, details of form purchase, […]

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OSPOLY HND 1st Batch Admission List out – 2017/2018

This is to inform the general public that the school authority of Osun State Polytechnic Iree has released the HND First Batch admission list of candidates for the 2017/2018 academic session. All the candidates who participated in the Ospoly HND screening exercise conducted by the Institution can now proceed to check their admission status. How […]

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Covenant University School Fees For 100L Students – 2017/2018

The school authority of Covenant University, CU, has announced the school fees schedule for 100 level students of the university. The break down of the Covenant university fees for freshers to be paid according to departments is as follows; Covenant University School Fees Structure for 100 Level 2017/2018 Session Related: Covenant University Academic Calendar S/N […]

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Covenant University Academic Calendar – 2017/18 [1st Semester]

The school management of Covenant University has made available the Alpha/First Semester Academic Calendar for the 2017/2018 academic session. Covenant University 2017/2018 Alpha Semester Academic Calendar Please see the attached .pdf document for the breakdown of the academic activities. See Also: Covenant University School Fees.

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Benches Clear — Again And Again — During Brawls Between Yankees And Tigers

The Yankees and Tigers raise dust on the diamond after both benches clear Thursday in Detroit.

The confrontation opened with a hit batter and an inside pitch, but before long, both benches had cleared amid a flurry of fists. Then, they cleared again. And again. Luckily, no one appears injured.

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Thursday 24 August 2017

Supplement May Help Against Vision-Robbing Disease in Seniors

But no large studies prove the inexpensive pill slows age-related macular degeneration, eye expert says

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Have Fun At the Fair, but Don't Pet the Pigs

Vet reminds fair-goers these animals can transmit swine flu

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More Support for Tight Blood Pressure Control

Aggressive treatment seemed well-tolerated and worth greater expense, studies found

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Cyberbullying Weighs Heavily on Young People

Suicide attempts more common in both bullied and bulliers

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Do Fewer Nightly Dreams Mean Higher Dementia Risk in Seniors?

For every 1 percent drop in sleep's REM phase, a 9 percent jump in odds for thinking, memory troubles, study found

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How Safe Is Your Drinking Water? Take a Look

Even 'allowable' cloudiness could cause tummy troubles, study says

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'Exoskeletons' May Help Kids with Cerebral Palsy Walk

High-tech motorized device aims to correct disabling gait pattern

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Steroid Pills Usually Ineffective Against Bronchitis, Study Finds

Research shows that, like antibiotics, these drugs won't reduce duration or severity of symptoms

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Wednesday 23 August 2017

Longer Prescriptions Make Opioid Abuse More Likely: Study

Doctors should prescribe for the minimum numbers of days, researchers say

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Could Common Vitamin Supplements Raise Lung Cancer Risk?

Increased odds only seemed to affect men or male smokers, study suggests

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More Evidence Contact Sports Can Affect the Brain

Some changes in structure, chemistry seen in college athletes who take hits during play

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