ENTERTAINMENT: Imagining Dragons

 TFK talks to Pete's Dragon co-stars Oakes Fegley and Oona Laurence

 

 

 

Pete, played by Oakes Fegley, ventures into the water with his dragon pal, Elliot, in the new movie Pete’s Dragon.

 Do you believe in dragons? On August 12, one of these mythical creatures lands a starring role on the big screen in Pete’s Dragon. The film brings an animated dragon, Elliot, and his human best friend, Pete, together. Shooting it took a lot of imagination for Oakes Fegley, the 11-year-old actor who plays Pete, and Oona Laurence, the 13-year-old actress who plays Natalie. She discovers Pete and Elliot in the woods. Oakes and Oona talked to TFK’s Rebecca Katzman about training for stunts, acting with green pool noodles, and their favorite types of animals.

10 natural ways to reduce wrinkles

 Wrinkles – or what some otherwise refer to as faciak foklds - are nature’s way of reminding us that we all have to get old someday. Sometimes they start to show up on our skin when we’re just 35, and sometimes they lie in wait until we’re in our fifties.

 Whenever they strike, it’s a pretty horrifying moment. You finally have to wake up to the fact that you’re not 21 anymore.

 Many of us are losing the fight against wrinkles because we’re not even trying to combat them. When we first spot a few of them on our skin, we hold our hands up and admit that we’re at last getting old.

7 tips to survive mosquitoes during the rainy season

The rainy season has resumed with full force, and if you are living in or visiting Nigeria, you may have already felt a sting or two of mosquitoe bites. Being bitten by insects such as mosquitoes can put a damper on holiday fun and potentially transmit diseases like Malaria. Most visitors have testified that the mosquitoes in the country have iron teeth and that the common commercial bug sprays which contain toxins and chemicals, do not kill them or reduce their terror and are harmful to humans.

8 reasons to love your pregnant body

“Beautiful, glowing,” they say. “Whatever,” you say. All you notice are the extra twenty pounds that are hanging out not only on your belly, but everywhere else as well.

And, you still have weeks to go. In love with your body, you’re not. Pregnancy love, sure, but the day your baby arrives and you get your body back to yourself couldn’t come sooner.

If you’re one of those mommies that just can’t enjoy the way your body looks and feels during pregnancy, here are a few reasons you should love your pregnant body.

Weird stress signs most Nigerians Ignore

Thanks to the economic state of the nation, citizens of Nigeria have doubled their hustle and as such, many are under a lot of strain and suffer great stress. Unfortunately, not every one of us can tell when our body is crying out for help as sometimes, the symptoms exhibited by the body can be very subtle.

Top 10 Health Benefits of Coconuts

 

Today, the coconut is making a huge comeback as the new miracle food. Coconuts are highly nutritious, rich in fiber, and packed with essential vitamins and minerals.

From culinary creations to magic beauty potions, coconuts pack a good punch.

Top 3 ways to treat neck, back pain on long trips

Nobody enjoys a long road trip, especially when traveling alone or for business. Aside from the boredom that you will have to deal with in the long run, the neck or back pain which ensues can make it all the more stressful and take away any possible delight.

AMAZING HEALTH BENEFITS OF ONION JUICE

Onions are definitely not a vegetable you initially associate with juice. Don’t get me wrong, onions have always been one of my must-have toppings on salads and sandwiches but when I first heard of onion juice I cringed a little. Just imagine the bite you must feel in the back of your throat when swigging down a cold glass of onion juice! I was more than a bit sceptical.

While extensive research has not yet been done on onion juice specifically, plenty of people claim onions have some amazing properties that are worth sharing with you.

Habits for healthy living

We need to be healthy and sound, filled with abundant energy, sound sleep, disease free body and fit. Good health is of prime importance to every individual as it gives us sense of overall well being.

 

In order to be fit and healthy we need to practice healthy living styles with proper food habits and exercise. We cannot be healthy if we are lazy and lethargic. We need to work hard both physically and mentally to be fit and healthy.

5 health benefits of eating bitter leaf

 

Studies conducted by various institute have concluded that incorporating bitter leaf into your routine diet could reduce risk factors for such health conditions as breast cancer and type II diabetes.

 African cuisine to contain bitter leaf as an ingredient is normal. Even though it is called bitter, the taste has a mild flavour as there is several health benefits perform by bitter leaf for many people around the globe who consume it regularly.  

Problems and Prospects of Islamic Banking in Nigeria

 Islamic banking is very common in Arab countries and in the Northern states of Nigeria but it originated from Pakistan and Egypt. Islamic banking and other forms of banking are of related purpose except that it operates using Sharia rules known as Figh al-Muamalat (rules for Islamic transactions). Notable concepts in Islamic banking are safekeeping (Wadiah), joint venture (Musharakah), cost plus (Mubarahah), leasing (Ijarah), profit sharing (Mudharabah).

10 WAYS TO REALLY CONNECT THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA

People are using the internet to connect to information, but more importantly, to connect with people. And yet so many people seem totally confused and overwhelmed about the right way to connect through social media channels.

CHRISTIANITY: A WAY OF LIFE OR BUSINESS ENTERPRISE

By Iloh Mmesoma

Christianity is one of the most wildly recognized religions in the world, characterized with unconditional love and self contentment deriving its roots from the model of the faith, Jesus Christ. The origin of Christianity can be traced to the early church consisting of people who were dedicated to communal living and displayed Christ-like characterization. They lived together in one accord and even sold their possessions to satisfy the societal needs of all.

 All over the world Christianity has about 2.4 billion followers and has been described as the second world’s fastest growing religion.

SHARO FESTIVAL: CULTURE OR TORTURE

 

By Iloh Mmesoma

Nigeria is a country encapsulating diverse cultures and traditions dating as far back as the pre colonial era. These cultures come in variants and are strongly attached to ones tribe, ethnicity or race.

The Sharo festival is however one of the rarely spoken culture in Nigeria. It is also referred to as Shadi and is celebrated among the Jafun Fulani. Not all Fulani nomadic groups observe this ceremony or insist on it before a young man may marry. For some it is merrily a sport, indulged in for its own sake.

APC, Buhari treading a perilous path

By Oladele Oguntimehin

To many, the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and President Muhammadu Buhari have achieved different feet. Some are of the opinion that the president has not really lived up to the expectations of the nation rather have engaged in a one sided anti-corruption campaign.

The campaign which seems to focus on their predecessor allies (People Democratic Party) have created a gravity of imbalance, plummeted economy and planting seed of both social and political conflict.

Leicester sign Poland winger Bartosz Kapustka

Premier League champions Leicester City signed teenage winger Bartosz Kapustka from Polish club Cracovia for a reported £7.5 million on Wednesday.

Kapustka agreed a five-year contract with Leicester after catching the eye of Foxes boss Claudio Ranieri with his international performances for Poland over the last year.

Man city signs Leroy sane for £37m

Germany midfielder Leroy Sane has completed his move to Manchester City for a fee of £37m plus add-ons which could rise to £42m.

The 20-year-old has signed a five-year contract after leaving Schalke.

City manager Pep Guardiola said: “He is a special talent and an exciting player that I think our supporters will enjoy watching.”

Snails Use Just Two Brain Cells To Make Decisions

 

Snails' brains shut down until they found food, researchers learned

 Scientists have discovered that snails solve complex decisions using just two brain cells, in a discovery that could help engineers develop energy efficient robots.

 By attaching electrodes to the brain circuitry of freshwater snails that were on the hunt for food, researchers learned the molluscs used only two neurons when they found a tasty lettuce.

WHY IT IS SO HARD TO GENERATE REVENUE IN NIGERIA

In the last few months, the story that many of our states are unviable and therefore unable to meet basic needs of their people such as payment of workers’ salaries has taken a firm root in everyone’s sub-consciousness.

The reason for it is not only because it true but more because it has been repeatedly said even at the highest quarters. There is the hypothesis that states are unable to generate revenue because our people don’t like to pay taxes.

How To Break Up With Someone You Love

Three Parts: Getting Yourself Ready, Breaking the News and Moving on After the Break Up

Sometimes you reach a point in a relationship at which you realize that you love the person you're with, but that you're no longer in love with them. While there's no right way to break up with someone, there are definitely certain things you can do (and not do) to make things easier for both parties.

  PART ONE: Getting Yourself Ready

1.       Be sure that you really want to permanently end the relationship