Merriam-Webster dictionary sums up Trump's 'covfefe' blunder in 1 perfect tweet

We knew that Donald Trump wasn't great at spelling but the "covfefe" tweet is truly something else. 

The internet had a lot of fun trying to figure out what the U.S. president wanted to say with that incomplete tweet, which is still online after more than four hours. 

Despite the constant negative press covfefe

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 31, 2017

After only one hour, America's faithful educator, Merriam-Webster, chimed in with a post that perfectly encapsulated how the whole internet felt after checking Twitter: Read more...

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Study Tips Backed By Science

Rather than consuming that tenth cup of coffee or asking your exhausted classmate how they manage to study for their tests, turn to science instead.

When we think of “studying,” we probably have similar images in mind: long, endless hours sitting in the same spot, pouring over the same material, trying almost desperately to commit it to memory. These tedious study methods are often seen as tried and true, despite no actual scientific evidence proving that they are. Maybe you had some random success after pulling an all-nighter, or your friend managed to get an A on a test they waited until the last minute to prepare for, but these shouldn’t be the study habits you resort to on a regular basis. In fact, always studying in the same room, studying a single subject for long periods of time, and other often-shared study tips have actually been proven to be unhelpful.

So, if those famous study methods aren’t the ones that work, then what methods do? Rather than turning to that tenth cup of coffee or asking your exhausted classmate how they manage to cram for their tests, it might be a bit more beneficial to turn to science instead.

Get Your Blood Flowing

Studies have shown that working in a bit of exercise throughout the week can help you stay fit improve your memory. Try doing some light cardio, like taking a 30 minute walk, a few times a week. Ride your bike rather than driving or taking public transit if you can. While studying, taking short breaks to walk around or do a few jumping jacks can keep your mind alert and blood pumping. The act of taking quick breaks is also important during studying, no matter how you spend them.

Take Your Time

Rather than trying to cram all of your studying into one, long session, break it up over smaller sessions over a longer period of time. Spend a few weeks leading up to a test or exam studying in short bursts rather than solely relying on that all-nighter the night before. For example, if you have three chapters from a textbook to cover, try to spend a few days working through each chapter, or a week per chapter if you can. While it might be difficult to plan your study time well in advance of a test or exam, it could be especially helpful to do so.

Protest: UI suspends students’ unionism

An emergency meeting of the Senate of the University of Ibadan was called on Tuesday where it was decided that students’ union activities on the campus should be suspended until further notice.

Undergraduate students of the institution were also asked to vacate their halls of residence before 6pm on Tuesday after they disobeyed the order to do so on Monday.

The decision followed the Monday closure of the school by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Idowu Olayinka, after students staged a protest, blocking the busy Mokola-Ojoo Road, thereby causing gridlock for several hours.

Don’t fight over politicians, they always reconcile – Oba of Lagos

The Oba of Lagos, Oba Rilwan Akiolu, has advised Nigerians not to engage in disagreement over politicians, saying politicians always have a way of reconciling their differences behind closed doors.

A statement on Tuesday said Akiolu spoke during the 60th birthday of Mrs. Folashade Ashafa, the wife of the Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator Gbenga Ashafa.

Schools to teach Maths, Science subjects in indigenous languages – Minister

The Federal Government says primary and secondary schools in the country will soon start teaching Mathematics and Science subjects in indigenous languages.

The Minister of Science and Technology, Dr Ogbonnaya Onu, said this at the inauguration of the inter-ministerial committee in the teaching of Mathematics and Science subjects in Local languages in Abuja on Wednesday.

The inter-ministerial committee involved Federal Ministry of Science and Technology and Ministry of Education.

He said the inter-ministerial committee would help to develop the capacity of the local languages to serve as effective tools for teaching mathematics and science subjects.

According to him, the project will help Nigerian students to understand mathematics and science subjects better.

He said the project would also promote the application of science and technology for national development.

Raid On Ekweremadu’s House: Police Arraign Ahmed Echoda Over False Information

The Nigerian Police Force has arraigned one person for allegedly providing false information to the police in connection with the raid on the house of the Deputy Senate President, Senator Ike Ekweremadu. 

Mr Ahmed Echoda was arraigned on Tuesday allegedly providing false information to the police, leading to the raid of Senator Ike Ekweremadu’s house.

The suspect, who was arraigned on one count of giving false information to the police, pleaded not guilty to the charge.

Economy: We’ve Made Positive Impact On Virtually Every Aspect – Lai Mohammed

The Minister of Information and Culture, Mr Lai Mohammed, has defended the performance of the President Muhammadu Buhari administration with regard to the economy, saying its impact has been positive. He said this is more so considering the situation the administration met. Mr Mohammed said this on Tuesday when he appeared on Channels Television’s breakfast show, Sunrise Daily. 

“The important thing to say and the proper context is that this is from ground zero. We came in and we embarked on this new project and when we came in, clearly, the situation was not what we expected to meet. One, there was every low revenue; two, the country was prime for recession but despite this, we forged ahead and we were able to make this very positive impact in virtually every aspect of the economy,” he said.

PHOTOS: MASSOB, IPOB’s Sit-At-Home Order Disrupt Activities In South East

The sit-at-home order by the Indigenous People of Biafra and MASSOB to mark Biafra Day, on Tuesday disrupted activities in the South East with markets and businesses shut in major cities as residents stayed at home. While activities and movement were noticed in some of the states, it was not business as usual. Here is a look at what parts of Imo, Abia, and Enugu states look like as a result of the order.

What you should know before buying sunglasses

Summer's almost here, so beware the brightest of sunlight! To protect your eyesight, the most important recommendation you need to follow is to wear sunglasses that block ultraviolet radiation whenever you go outside during daylight hours, according to the National Eye Institute. This is true for everyone, no matter what age, year round.

Ultraviolet radiation is the energy radiated by the sun that arrives on Earth in wavelengths too short for us to see. Both UVA (waves that are 320 to 400 nanometers long) and UVB radiation (290 to 320 nanometers long) can be harmful to your eyes. The fix, though, is simple.

Ramadan ad wants to 'bomb hatred with love'

The advertisement is a music video that features a recreated terrorist attack and lyrics asking for peace instead of violence.

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Police in Germany 'foil asylum seeker suicide attack'

German police have arrested a teenage asylum seeker suspected of planning a suicide attack in Berlin, Brandenburg state officials say.

The suspect, 17, was arrested in the Uckermark district, Interior Minister Karl-Heinz Schröter announced.

But Brandenburg police say they have not confirmed reports that the teen, who entered Germany in 2015, is Syrian and was definitely planning an attack.

In December, a jihadist killed 12 people with a lorry in Berlin.

That attack on a Christmas market by Anis Amri, a Tunisian, put security services under intense scrutiny because of the way in which the attacker, who was later shot dead by police in Italy, evaded their surveillance and crossed European borders undetected.

Special forces arrested the teenager after police received a tip-off, Brandenburg police tweeted (in German). He had sent a message to his family saying farewell and that he was joining the "jihad", the police said.

Taiwan's top court rules in favour of same-sex marriage

Taiwan's top judges have ruled in favour of gay marriage, paving the way for it to become the first place in Asia to legalise same-sex unions.

The highest court ruled that current laws preventing members of the same sex from marrying violated their right to equality and were unconstitutional.

It gave parliament two years to amend existing laws or pass new ones.

Researchers say daily glass of alcohol increases risk of breast cancer

Washington – Researchers say a daily glass alcoholic beverage might increase the risk of breast cancer.

According to a new report by the World Cancer Research Fund and the American Institute for Cancer Research on Wednesday, an average of 10g of alcohol a day is associated with a five per cent risk increase of breast cancer in pre-menopausal women and nine per cent in post-menopausal women.

Researchers analysed 119 observational studies on breast cancer risk from around the world, which included 12 million women and more than 260,000 cases of breast cancer.

Heart Disease :Chocolate may lower risk –Researchers

Eating chocolate on a regular basis may be associated to a lower risk of heart disease, a new study published online by Heart revealed on Wednesday.

Researchers have discovered a link between moderate chocolate intake and a lowered risk for atrial fibrillation or flutter (AF), the irregular heartbeat that can lead to stroke, heart failure and other serious problems.

Scientists, using food-frequency questionnaires to determine chocolate consumption, collected diet and health data from 55,502 men and women ages 50 to 64 in Denmark.

“About 3,346 cases of atrial fibrillation occurred in this follow-up study lasting over 13 years,’’ they said.

Trump to give speech on Islam in Saudi Arabia

President Trump will deliver an “inspiring yet direct” speech on the need to confront radical ideologies during his upcoming trip to Saudi Arabia.

The speech will come during an afternoon lunch with leaders of more than 50 countries with mostly Muslim populations, White House national security adviser H.R. McMaster announced Tuesday (May 16).

In it, the president will share his hopes for a “peaceful vision of Islam to dominate across the world,” McMaster said. He also said the speech will demonstrate America’s commitment to what he called its “Muslim partners” and aim to “unite the broader Muslim world against common enemies of all civilization.”

Afterward, Trump will participate in the opening of a new center to “fight radicalization and promote moderation,” according to the adviser.

Brazil: explosive recordings implicate President Michel Temer in bribery

Street protests and calls for impeachment as prosecutors are handed tapes of discussions about hush-money payments to jailed powerbroker Eduardo Cunha

Angry crowds and outraged members of Brazil’s congress have demanded the impeachment of President Michel Temer following reports he was secretly recorded discussing hush money pay-offs to a jailed associate.

The tapes were presented to prosecutors as part of a plea bargain by Joesley and Wesley Batista, brothers who run the country’s biggest meat-packing firm JBS, according to O Globo newspaper.

They are said to contain conversations that incriminate several leading politicians, including the former presidential candidate Aecio Neves and the former finance minister Guido Mantega.

Temer is alleged to have talked with Joesley about cash payments to Eduardo Cunha, the former speaker of the House who has been jailed for his role in the sprawling Petrobras corruption scandal.

Princess Mako of Japan to lose royal status by marrying commoner

Expected marriage to Kei Komuro would cost Mako her title under law that only applies to female members of monarchy

Princess Mako of Japan, the eldest grandchild of Emperor Akihito, will lose her royal status if she goes ahead with marrying a commoner because of a law that only applies to female members of the monarchy.

Her expected engagement to Kei Komuro, 25, has dominated television chatshows and newspaper coverage ahead of an expected official announcement in the coming weeks.

Should Students Take Notes on a Computer? - Edudemic

Nowadays, it’s not uncommon for instructors to include notes regarding laptop and internet use in their course syllabi. Many instructors ban the use of electronics, including laptops, due to the assumption that these machines may be more distracting than helpful during class time. However, students often argue that they can take better notes on their laptops rather than on paper. Oftentimes, out-of-class assignments are done electronically, further encouraging students to rely on their computers to complete all of their coursework. So today’s educators must now question whether or not taking notes on a laptop has a detrimental effect on student performance.

There are now more people on this Chinese platform than on Twitter

You've probably never heard of this platform, but it's already surpassed Twitter in terms of users. 

According to Weibo's first quarter results, it has a whopping 340 million active monthly users, a 30% increase from its previous year. 

Twitter has around 328 million active monthly users in comparison.

Of course, it doesn't help that Twitter is blocked in China, along with other social media giants like Facebook. 

Some 154 million people each day use Weibo, which has been deemed China's equivalent to Twitter — 91% of which access the website from their phones. Read more...

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Microsoft is trying to make passwords obsolete, and it might succeed - BGR News

Passwords are annoying, clumsy, easily beaten (for the most part), and an absolutely antiquated form of security. They also happen to be the primary way we secure our most precious information today. Microsoft wants to change that with a new app feature that basically removes passwords from the equation entirely. It’s part of the Microsoft Authenticator app, and it just might work.

The app’s new ability essentially enables the second layer of a two-factor authentication system, but instead of signing in with a password and then confirming your identity via an app prompt on your smartphone, the password isn’t used at all.

Once you have Microsoft Authenticator installed, you can opt to use it as the primary sign-in option for any of the supported logins. Then, when you need to sign in, an app alert will pop up on your phone asking you to approve the action. Tap to approve and that’s it, you’re in, password free.

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Abu Dhabi firm wants to tow iceberg to the UAE

Is it feasible to tow an iceberg from Antarctica ? Image Credit: CC BY-SA 2.0 Liam Quinn

An impending water shortage in the United Arab Emirates has called for a rather extraordinary solution.

It might sound like a ludicrous proposition, but the fact remains that an iceberg holding 20 billion gallons of fresh water would be enough to sustain more than a million people for up to five years.

Currently, water is a major problem for the country, not least because the typical Emirati uses 80% more water on a daily basis than the global average.

A large number of desalinization plants have been deployed to try and meet this demand however this is a particularly costly solution and, according to the UN, within 20 years there are likely to be 600 million children living worldwide without sufficient access to clean drinking water.

But is towing an iceberg from the Antarctic really a viable solution ? 

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Man Pays 200 Strangers to Act as Guests at His Wedding, Ends Up in Jail

What was supposed to be the happiest day of their lives turned into a complete nightmare for a young couple in China, after it was revealed that the groom had hired 200 random people to act as his friends and relatives at the wedding.

The groom, known only by his surname, Wang, and his fiancee, Xiaoli, were supposed to tie the knot on Sunday, April 30th, during a big wedding banquet at a hotel in Xian, China’s Shaanxi Province. Everything was going according to plan up to the point when the family of the bride noticed that half of the tables reserved for the groom’s guests laid empty. Wang kept telling them that they were on their way, but the bride and her parents really became suspicious of him after talking to the few guests that were seated at his tables and noticing that while they all said that they were Wang’s friends, they couldn’t really say how they knew him.

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Dressed for death: the women Boko Haram sent to blow themselves up - The Guardian

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Two of the women who survived Boko Haram’s attempts to have them carry out ‘suicide missions’. Photograph: Ruth Maclean for the Guardian

When Boko Haram fighters kidnapped 17-year-old Nadia and took her to their camp, their commander noticed her straight away. She was squatting with dozens of other abducted women in front of him, listening to his lecture.

When, a few minutes later, the commander ordered his men to take Nadia to his house, she asked: “Why only me?” But she went with the men and waited.

The commander, whose name she never learned, “was dirty, ugly, dark-skinned and had a beard. He had a lot of hair on his head like a madman,” Nadia remembered. He looked mean. And he wanted her as a second wife.

Three months later, Nadia woke up one morning to find her body strapped with explosives. She had been drugged the night before. The commander’s men pushed her on to a motorbike, and dropped her and two others near Gamboro, a town in Borno, the Nigerian state hit worst by the Boko Haram insurgency.

The mission they had been given: to blow themselves up in as big a crowd as they could find.