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How do I know when someone loves me?
There are no blue prints to decipher someone's love for you, as humans have the propensity to hide their feelings; the female folks especially. However, there are some signs you should watch out for to know if he/she really loves you. Mind you, infatuation could be lurking around your findings. YouRead more
There are no blue prints to decipher someone’s love for you, as humans have the propensity to hide their feelings; the female folks especially. However, there are some signs you should watch out for to know if he/she really loves you. Mind you, infatuation could be lurking around your findings. You should therefore weigh your options well and decipher between love and the other.
Love have different meanings to different people, you should be concerned with the what the person you claim to love talks, reacts and think.
If you see any of these and some other, congratulations, you are being loved.
PS: When in love, carry your head with your heart. The heart can be dumb, but correct yourself with your head, so you don’t do silly things for love.
See lessHow can I open a business account on WhatsApp?
WhatsApp is, no doubt, the most commonly used social media platforms the in the world. With it's invention replacing calls and text messages - WhatsApp voice and video call alongside messenger. Every 4 out of 5 random persons on the street has an active WhatsApp account. It's ease to use, flexibilitRead more
WhatsApp is, no doubt, the most commonly used social media platforms the in the world. With it’s invention replacing calls and text messages – WhatsApp voice and video call alongside messenger. Every 4 out of 5 random persons on the street has an active WhatsApp account. It’s ease to use, flexibility, and somewhat cheap data consumption has made it affordable for every Tom, Sick and Harry.
Bringing your business on WhatsApp platform is an option to digitally advertise your brand to all your contacts, or everyone who has your contact on their phones.
How to open a business account?
PS: you can use any of the two — WhatsApp or WhatsApp Business — for any phone number, so make sure you don’t use your personal phone number while signing up for WhatsApp Business account. Using business phone number will also help with seamless business verification later.
Features of Business account.
- Labels: this feature helps.yiu organize or sort your chat. It makes you identify if a contact is a potential customer
- Automated message: This is an automated reply, which you can customize to your taste. It helps you reply to your potential customers when you’re not online or unable to reply.
- Message statistics: this, as the name implies, help you monitor your sent and delivered messages.
See lessBest Budget Laptops Under $400
To find good budget laptops, we thoroughly examined the laptop market. We visited stores and also checked all the major e-commerce websites which sell laptops. We found that there are many good laptops available to buy in under $400 price range. We also checked the hardware specifications of each laRead more
To find good budget laptops, we thoroughly examined the laptop market. We visited stores and also checked all the major e-commerce websites which sell laptops. We found that there are many good laptops available to buy in under $400 price range.
We also checked the hardware specifications of each laptop to know their capabilities, we saw build quality and also customer reviews and ratings.
So we came up with this top 5 recommendations with reviews, hardware specifications!
Let’s begin…
. Asus VivoBook 15
Because of the latest specs and features that ASUS VivoBook 15 offers, it is one of the biggest contenders in the best laptops under $400 segment.
2. Dell Inspiron 3000 17 Inch Laptop
It has massive 17.3 inches of LED-backlit display which produces a decent gamut of colours and it is bright as well. It provides a whole lot of connectivity options to ensure you stay connected with your loved ones from any place. It comes with latest Windows 10 pre-installed which runs buttery smooth by co-operating with its powerful Intel Core i3 dual-core CPU (up to 3.4 GHz) and 8GB of RAM. It offers 1TB of hard drive on which you can store all your required files, your collection of movies and games.
3. Lenovo Ideapad L340 15.6″ Laptop
Apart from powerful processor, this laptop has 8GB of RAM for smoother and efficient multitasking, and it also comes with 256GB of solid state drive for storage. Performance wise this laptop is ideal for all types of power users, and because it has the AMD Radeon Vega 3 graphics, this laptop can also handle moderate gaming and photo-video editing. The display on this laptop isn’t the best we can find in the sub-400 dollars laptop segment, but it looks good. The 15.6″ LED-backlit panel with the standard 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution produces good colours, but it isn’t bright enough to use it in sunlight.
4. Dell Inspiron 5593 15-inch Laptop
The newest 10th Gen Intel Core i3 Ice Lake processor on the laptop produces enough power to do all the basic to medium demanding tasks efficiently on this laptop, and its 4GB of RAM helps to multitask on this laptop efficiently.
5. Lenovo Ideapad 330S
Lenovo Ideapad 330S boasts powerful AMD Ryzen 5 processor and 8GB of RAM which makes it the most powerful laptop in this segment! It has integrated AMD Radeon Vega 8 graphics which handles gaming and other works on this laptop pretty easily. With all standard ports and slots and decent battery life, this Lenovo laptop stands best for the people looking for the mixture of work and play in their new laptop.
How can I get a good sleep?
Restless nights and weary mornings can become more frequent as we get older and our sleep patterns change—which often begins around the time of menopause, when hot flashes and other symptoms awaken us. In order words, you could get home fatigued and exhausted and still have a busy schedule the folloRead more
Restless nights and weary mornings can become more frequent as we get older and our sleep patterns change—which often begins around the time of menopause, when hot flashes and other symptoms awaken us. In order words, you could get home fatigued and exhausted and still have a busy schedule the following day, the question is how would you get that quality sleep. Remember, you can never cheat nature; it always find a way of balancing itself.
” Later in life there tends to be a decrease in the number of hours slept.” At some point, we all experience insomnia, but as this problem persists, it becomes a bit problem. Apart from the fact that sleeplessness makes us moody and weak, it could also pose some serious health issues.
There are certain pills that can help you sleep well, but it is important to try the natural pill; I mean the natural process instead of taking pills, which may not turn out well in the long run.
I believe with these few practices you would not have difficulty sleeping.
Do have a wonderful night rest now and always.
See lessTop Business Mergers in the World – Any ideas?
High-value mergers among global or domestic business corporations have always attracted attention and spawned case studies as they have interesting implications for business development. A well-executed merger allows for higher returns for investors in the form of higher shareholder value, reduced oRead more
High-value mergers among global or domestic business corporations have always attracted attention and spawned case studies as they have interesting implications for business development. A well-executed merger allows for higher returns for investors in the form of higher shareholder value, reduced operational costs for corporations, and increased revenue and sales.
America Online and Time Warner
The largest merger in history took place in 2000 when America Online (AOL) merged with Time Warner Inc. (TWX) in a deal worth a staggering $360 billion. At the time, AOL was the largest Internet provider in the U.S. Riding high on its success and the massive market share that it had across the American households, AOL decided to merge with Time Warner, the mass media and entertainment conglomerate. The vision was that the new entity, AOL Time Warner, would become a dominant force in the news, publishing, music, entertainment, cable, and Internet industries.
Dow Chemical and DuPont
Announced in 2015 and completed in 2017, the $130 billion mega-merger of equals was executed to create highly focused businesses in agriculture, material science, and speciality products.3 The merger was expected to deliver around $3 billion in cost synergies and another $1 billion in expected upside from growth synergies from the merged entities. The combined company is operating as a holding company under the name DowDuPont Inc.
Anheuser-Busch InBev and SABMiller
The merger deal between the world’s two largest brewers, Anheuser-Busch InBev and SABMiller, was worth $104.3 billion and was executed in 2016.56 London-listed SABMiller agreed to merge with Belgium-based Anheuser-Busch InBev, and the deal combined SABMiller’s Castle Lager with InBev’s Budweiser, Stella Artois, and Corona brands with an aim to take them into fast-growing African and Latin American markets.7
H. J. Heinz and Kraft Foods
The $100 billion merger of H. J. Heinz Co. and The Kraft Foods Group was aimed to create a U.S. food giant and the fifth-largest food and drink company in the world.9 The deal was announced in 2015 and created a newly merged entity with the name The Kraft Heinz Company. It brought leading household food brands, like Philadelphia, Capri Sun, and Heinz Ketchup and HP sauce, under one roof.
Exxon and Mobil
In November 1999, oil powerhouses Exxon Corp. and Mobil Corp. secured approval from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to complete their $81 billion merger. Exxon was then the industry leader, while Mobil was number two in the field.11 The merger required extensive restructuring for the joint entity, which included a sell-off of more than 2,400 stations of the two companies spread across the United States.
See lessWhat are the benefits of drinking water?
This, I believe, is a good question to ask, more especially this dry season period where there is a tendency of dehydration (This, according to Merriam Webster dictionary, is an abnormal depletion of the body fluids) It is medically advised to have at least 8 glasses of water in a day, to help withRead more
This, I believe, is a good question to ask, more especially this dry season period where there is a tendency of dehydration (This, according to Merriam Webster dictionary, is an abnormal depletion of the body fluids)
It is medically advised to have at least 8 glasses of water in a day, to help with digestion and healthy living. My mom would usually say drinking a lot of water helps dilute the concentration of sickness in your blood streams, hence, taking water often helps you stay more healthy and less sickly.
Fast facts on drinking water
Benefits of drinking water
So, my friend, ensure you take water as much as possible. Place yourself on water therapy and you’ll have yourself to thank for it.
See lessTop 5 Best Tourist Attractions in the World.
In no particular order here are top destinations as deduced from top travel blogs around the world. 1. Angkor Wat Angkor Wat is a masterpiece located at Siem Reap in Cambodia. Here, you can plan a trip for getting the experience for a lifetime. This is a best-preserved and most-loved temple of CamboRead more
In no particular order here are top destinations as deduced from top travel blogs around the world.
1. Angkor Wat
Angkor Wat is a masterpiece located at Siem Reap in Cambodia. Here, you can plan a trip for getting the experience for a lifetime. This is a best-preserved and most-loved temple of Cambodia which boasts of architectural complexity. This 500-acre majestic structure is among the largest religious monuments in the world. It exudes the architectural peak of the Khmer Empire. Founded in the 12th century, Angkor Wat is basically dedicated to Lord Vishnu (A Hindu God) and it is the most breathtaking place of worship in the world.
2. Taj Mahal
Stands marvellously on the shore of Yamuna River, Taj Mahal is the national treasure of India and symbolizes romance and love. It is built with pure white marble and it is one of the most adored tourist destinations worldwide because of its valuable gemstones and beautiful ornamentation. Its beauty gets new limelight because of the love story behind the scenes. The name of this monument was influenced by Mumtaz Mahal, the beloved wife of Shah Jahan who died while giving birth to their 14th child
3. Machu Picchu
It is yet another close runner up when it comes to visiting some of the most unusual places in India. It is located at the infamous abandoned city of Peru in the Andes Mountains. Getting there is one of the greatest travelling adventures in the world. Even the most experienced backpackers may get amazed in its 500-year-old trail. You need thorough route planning to get there because of its audacity and sheer scale.
4. Corcovado
Corcovado refers to “Hunchback” in the Portuguese language. It stands tall over the vivid Rio de Janeiro of Brazil. It boasts a breathtaking view of the whole city. According to several tourists, your world tour cannot complete if you skip visiting the mountain.
5. Cape Town
It is located in the southernmost part of South Africa where one can explore the dolphins and whales. You can see the magnificent views of the city on the tip of Table Mountain or visit several vineyards and enjoy the taste of some of the world’s best wines ever produced. The historic prison, Robben Island where Nelson Mandela was kept, is another must-see destination.
See lessHow can I get my BVN from my mobile phone?
It is no more news that the government through the ministry of finance has ordered banks to block any bank account with no affiliation with the BVN. BVN was introduced to the banking system on the 14th of May 2014, it was not the order of the banking system until the government made it compulsory foRead more
It is no more news that the government through the ministry of finance has ordered banks to block any bank account with no affiliation with the BVN. BVN was introduced to the banking system on the 14th of May 2014, it was not the order of the banking system until the government made it compulsory for all and sundry.
The BVN is an 11-digit number that is attached to your bank details and also sent to other banks in the country. All banks in Nigeria accepted this initiative making your bank details attached with your details regardless of the bank you open an account with. The sole aim of introducing the BVN is to reduce the rate of financial theft and fraud; corruption among politicians and wealthy Nigerians who are into illegal business. The BVN is a free-of-charge service in the banking industry; making it affordable to everyone.
To get your BVN from your mobile phone you need to dial “*556*0#” It works across all network providers.
See lessTop 5 deadliest diseases in the World
When we think of the “deadliest diseases”, we might be inclined to imagine the ones with visually severe symptoms that grab the headlines for their rapid spread and lives lost. On the contrary, many of the diseases that have those characteristics don’t kill as many people as we believe, not even ranRead more
When we think of the “deadliest diseases”, we might be inclined to imagine the ones with visually severe symptoms that grab the headlines for their rapid spread and lives lost.
On the contrary, many of the diseases that have those characteristics don’t kill as many people as we believe, not even ranking among the top 10 causes of deaths worldwide. It turns out that the deadliest diseases are those with a slow progression. Of the 56.4 million deaths in 2015,68% was due to long-term chronic conditions.
Unlike the diseases with a rapid spread and disastrous consequences, the deadly diseases that progress slowly can be monitored and controlled.
With the right diagnosis, preventive care and advice from healthcare providers, patients can take steps to lower their risk of fatal consequences.
Here are the top five diseases that kill the most people worldwide every year, according to the World Health Organization (WHO):
1. Coronary artery disease
The deadliest disease for modern humans currently is coronary artery disease, also known as ischaemic heart disease.
When a person’s blood vessels narrow due to damage, they are at serious risk of heart disease.
Symptoms include arrhythmias, chest pain and heart failure.
You are at risk for heart disease if you have one or more of the following factors:
Fortunately, due to improved science, medical care and education, death rates due to coronary artery diseases have declined, even though it remains the number one killer.
Coronary artery disease can be avoided by maintaining a lifestyle that encourages good heart health.
To decrease your risk, follow these tips:
2. Stroke
A stroke can happen when an artery in the brain gets blocked or leaks.
Your brain will then be deprived of oxygen and cells will begin to die within minutes.
Symptoms of a stroke include numbness in parts of your body, trouble walking or seeing, and confusion.
It’s possible to recover from a stroke, but if left untreated, it can cause long-term disability.
Getting treatment within three hours of experiencing a stroke lessens the likelihood of long-term disabilities.
But according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), while 93% of people know that sudden onset of numbness is a sign of a stroke, only 38% are familiar with the other stroke symptoms.
Hence, stroke remains the leading cause of long-term disabilities.
Risk factors for stroke include:
Some risk factors of stroke can be reduced with preventative care, medications and lifestyle changes.
In general, good health habits can lower your risk. These include:
3. Lower respiratory infection
The flu, bronchitis, tuberculosis and pneumonia are sources of infections in your lungs.
Viruses and bad bacteria enter your airways, causing key symptoms like coughing, breathlessness or tightness in your chest, and wheezing.
If left untreated, lower respiratory infections can lead to death.
To guard against respiratory infections, it’s advisable to update your flu shot annually.
Avoid spreading or picking up bad bacteria by washing your hands frequently, especially before eating and touching your face.
If you catch an infection, stay at home as much as possible to allow yourself a chance to rest and clear the infection more quickly, as well as to avoid infecting others.
4. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
This condition makes breathing difficult in the long term.
Emphysema and chronic bronchitis are some of the most common types of progressive COPD.
An estimated 64 million people were recorded as living with pulmonary diseases in 2004.
Risk factors for COPD include:
The progression of COPD can be delayed with medication, getting treatment quickly increases your chances of successful treatment.
You can also prevent COPD by quitting smoking, avoiding secondhand smoke and other lung irritants.
5. Respiratory cancers
This disease includes cancers of the bronchus, trachea, lungs and larynx.
Factors that lead to developing this type of cancer include secondhand smoke, toxic particles, smoking, mould in the home and other environmental toxins.
A 2015 study reports that respiratory cancer accounts for about four million deaths annually, especially in developing countries.
Although those who smoke are the most at risk for developing this condition, it can happen to anyone.
Family history and regular exposure to environmental poisons also play a role.
The most obvious method of prevention is to stop smoking, or not starting.
Apart from that, there isn’t much that can be done to specifically arrest the development of this disease, except to minimise your exposure to a poisonous environment.
You can also use an air purifier in your home and office, and wear a mask when going outside in poor air quality conditions.
[Reference: TheStar]
See lessWhat type of food can help my brain perform better?
Your bran, being positioned at the centre of your body, needs the care and attention it is supposed to get, seeing it is in charge of your heart pumping blood and beating, lungs gasous-exchange, which in all allows you move and talk. Your brain needs to perform at its peak, as such, you need to payRead more
Your bran, being positioned at the centre of your body, needs the care and attention it is supposed to get, seeing it is in charge of your heart pumping blood and beating, lungs gasous-exchange, which in all allows you move and talk. Your brain needs to perform at its peak, as such, you need to pay close attention to its needs, neglecting none. The food you consume into your body goes a long way in keeping your brain healthy and help improve specific mental tasks, like memory and concentration prowess.
Below are the kind of foods you should pay close attention to.
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