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Benefits of regular milk consumption

A healthy drink, milk is the first food a baby takes upon birth. Breast milk provides the ideal nutrition for infants during their first months of life. Children are encouraged to drink so that they can grow up big and strong. Does one need to stop drinking this nutritious beverage as one grows older? For decades, research has continued to emphasise the importance of maintaining bone health as one gets older. Gradually throughout our lives, our bones are constantly… Read the full article here

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Benue PDP suspends Ayu with immediate effect

The crisis rocking the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party in Benue State worsened on Sunday as the ward executive of the party slammed suspension on the party’s National Chairman, Senator Iyorchia Ayu. Ayu’s suspension is coming barely a few days after the party’s National Working Committee had dragged the State Governor, Samuel Ortom, to its disciplinary committee on alleged anti party activities. The Ward Executive of the party at Igyorov Ward of Gboko… Read the full article here

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MfB expands branches

Advans Lafayette Microfinance Bank said has as part of its expansion plans, it has opened another branch in Lagos, Nigeria. It said this in a statement on its 10th year anniversary. The statement said, “The new branch, the 30th branch opened by the bank, aims to provide financial services to the local communities, attract new clients and boost economic growth in the region. “It is also a reflection of the bank’s strong business growth in Nigeria and a result of… Read the full article here

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AMVCA 2023 to hold in May

The highly anticipated ninth edition of the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards will hold between May 18 and 20, 2023, the organisers have said. The prestigious event, which is organised by Multichoice in partnership with Africa Magic, will be a ‘three-day celebration of film production talents, culture, fashion, music and other elements of African entertainment’. Announcing the schedule for the event, the Head of Content and West Africa Channels at MultiChoice,… Read the full article here

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Cuddling styles and what they say about your union

A couple’s sleeping position can say a lot about the kind of relationship they have and how they really feel about each other. An individual’s subconscious controls the way they sleep, so sleep-fueled body language can serve as an interesting insight into what might be going on, even if they are unaware of certain things while the sun is up. A sex researcher and relationship therapist, Dr. Sarah Murray, said, “Physical touch is a basic human need that promotes… Read the full article here

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Antonio Conte leaves Tottenham by mutual consent, Cristian Stellini to take charge of team for rest of season

Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed that Italian manager Antonio Conte has left the club by mutual agreement.The 53-year-old was appointed as Spurs boss in 2021, replacing Nuno Espirito Santo, and he led them to fourth place in the Premier League, securing Champions League football. However, recently, Spurs were knocked out of the competition by AC Milan and the club are under pressure in fourth place in the Premier League table after their dramatic 3-3 draw with… Read the full article here

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Apple staff reportedly express doubts about mixed-reality headset months ahead of launch

Although the expected launch of Apple’s mixed-reality headset is just months away, some employees don’t seem to think the device is ready yet, according to a report from The New York Times. While some employees reportedly exited the project due to their doubts, others remain skeptical about the headset’s potential for success — especially at a price point of $3,000.Apple’s widely expected to reveal the headset at its Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) in June. According to

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Sunak to vow ‘immediate justice’ as parties battle over antisocial crime

Prime minister Rishi Sunak will on Monday unveil plans to step up “hotspot” policing of high-crime areas and pilot “immediate justice” programmes to impose rapid punishments as both main political parties focus on crime ahead of the looming general election.Under the Anti-Social Behaviour Action Plan, ministers will also outlaw the sale of nitrous oxide, the “laughing gas” that has become a popular mild narcotic.The government is pressing ahead with its plan only days… Read the full article here

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Banking crisis pushed over 6B to money market funds in two weeks: Report

The banking crisis has led many investors to rotate their portfolio investments in the past two weeks, sending over $286 billion into United States money market funds so far in March, according to EPFR data obtained by the Financial Times.The top winners from investors flooding cash into US money market funds in the past two weeks are Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase, and Fidelity, according to the figures. Goldman Sachs’ money funds have received $52 billion, a 13% growth, while JPMorgan’s… Read the full article here

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