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Today in History – August 15 – India Gains Independence From Great Britain

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Today in History – August 15 – India Gains Independence From Great Britain

1461 Empire of Trebizond surrenders to forces of Sultan Mehmet II – last Byzantine Empire remnant to fall. Emperor David exiled and later murdered.

1620 Mayflower sets sail from Southampton, England, with 102 Pilgrims

1900 The Boxer Rebellion: In China, the Empress, her family and court retainers flee while foreign troops move through Peking in an attempt to quell the rebellion

1947 India gains independence from Great Britain, remains a dominion until 1950

1998 Omagh Bombing in Northern Ireland, the worst terrorist incident of The Troubles, kills 29 people and injures about 220

Today in Film & TV
1918 1st full length cartoon (Sinking of Lusitania)

1939 “The Wizard of Oz”, American musical fantasy film directed by Victor Fleming and King Vidor, premieres at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, Hollywood, starring Judy Garland (Dorothy), Ray Bolger (Scarecrow), Jack Haley (Tin Man), Bert Lahr (Cowardly Lion), Frank Morgan (Wizard), Billie Burke (Glinda), and Margaret Hamilton (Wicked Witch)

Today in Music
1969 Woodstock Festival opens in Bethel, New York on Max Yasgur’s Dairy Farm; performers include Richie Havens, Tim Hardin, Ravi Shankar, Melanie, Arlo Guthrie, and Joan Baez

Today in Sport
1903 New Zealand’s All Blacks play their first Rugby Test Match against Australia’s Wallabies at the Sydney Cricket Ground; New Zealand win 22-3

Do you know this fact about today? Did You Know?
1st recorded north American hurricane hits the Plymouth Colony

Afghan President Flees Country As Taliban Move To Kabul

Angel Gimalo
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Afghan President Flees Country As Taliban Move To Kabul

Afghanistan’s embattled president left the country Sunday, joining his fellow citizens and foreigners in a stampede fleeing the advancing Taliban and signaling the end of a 20-year Western experiment aimed at remaking Afghanistan.

The Taliban entered the capital early Sunday and an official in the militant group said it would soon announce the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan from the presidential palace — a return rich in symbolism to the name of the country under the Taliban government ousted by U.S.-led forces after the 9/11 attacks. The official spoke on condition of anonymity because he was not authorized to brief the media.

The militants had earlier moved into a city gripped by panic, where helicopters raced overhead throughout the day to evacuate personnel from the U.S. Embassy. Smoke rose near the compound as staff destroyed important documents, and the American flag was lowered. Several other Western missions also prepared to pull their people out.

Afghans fearing that the Taliban could reimpose the kind of brutal rule that all but eliminated women’s rights rushed to leave the country as well, lining up at cash machines to withdraw their life savings. The desperately poor — who had left homes in the countryside for the presumed safety of the capital — remained in their thousands in parks and open spaces throughout the city.

Though the Taliban had promised a peaceful transition, the U.S. Embassy warned Americans late in the day to shelter in place and not try to get to the airport, where it said there were reports of gunfire. The embassy also suspended its own operations.

Still, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken rejected comparisons to the U.S. pullout from Vietnam, as many watched in disbelief at the sight of helicopters landing in the embassy compound to take diplomats to a new outpost at Kabul International Airport.

“This is manifestly not Saigon,” he said on ABC’s “This Week.”

The American ambassador was among those evacuated, said officials who spoke condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss ongoing military operations. He was asking to return to the embassy, but it was not clear if he would be allowed to.

As the insurgents closed in Sunday, President Ashraf Ghani flew out of the country.

“The former president of Afghanistan left Afghanistan, leaving the country in this difficult situation,” said Abdullah Abdullah, the head of the Afghan National Reconciliation Council. “God should hold him accountable.”

In a stunning rout, the Taliban seized nearly all of Afghanistan in just over a week, despite the billions of dollars spent by the U.S. and NATO over nearly two decades to build up Afghan security forces. Just days earlier, an American military assessment estimated it would be a month before the capital would come under insurgent pressure.

Anti-Aging Foods for Your 40something Body

Olasunbo Okoromi
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Anti-Aging Foods for Your 40something Body

Beautiful, glowing skin starts with how we eat, but these anti-aging foods can also help with more than that.

When we pack our diet with vibrant foods loaded with antioxidants, healthy fats, water, and essential nutrients, our body will show its appreciation through its largest organ: our skin. After all, the skin is often the first part of our body to show internal trouble, and there’s only so much lotions, creams, masks, and serums can do before we need to take a closer look at what’s fueling us.

Experts have often said eating fruits and veggies is the safest and healthiest way to combat dull complexions and fine lines. 

If you are really looking for your skin to glow as you advance in age, here are some healthy nutritious foods to help you achieve this from inside out.

Watercress

The health benefits of watercress don’t disappoint! This nutrient-dense hydrating leafy green is a great source of: calcium, potassium, manganese, phosphorus, vitamins A, C, K, B-1, and B-2

Watercress acts as an internal skin antiseptic and increases the circulation and delivery of minerals to all cells of the body, resulting in enhanced oxygenation of the skin. Enriched with vitamins A and C, the antioxidants in watercress may neutralize harmful free radicals, helping to keep fine lines and wrinkles away.

You can inculcate this delicious green to your salad today for glowing skin and overall improved health!

Blueberries

These delicious fruits are rich in vitamins A and C, as well as an age-defying antioxidant called anthocyanin. This is what gives blueberries their deep, beautiful blue color.

These powerful antioxidants may help protect skin from damage due to the sun, stress, and pollution by moderating the inflammatory response and preventing collagen loss. Throw this delicious, low-sugar fruit into a morning smoothie or fruit bowl, and let it provide a beautifying boost!

Nuts

Many nuts, especially almonds are a great source of vitamin E, which may help repair skin tissue, retain skin moisture, and protect skin from damaging UV rays. 

Walnuts contains anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids that may help: strengthen skin cell membranes, protect against sun damage, give skin a beautiful glow by preserving its natural oil barrier

Why not sprinkle a mix of nuts on top of your salads, or eat a handful as a snack. Don’t remove the skin, either, as studies show that 50 percent or more of the antioxidants are lost without the skin.

Avocado

Avocados are high in inflammation-fighting fatty acids that promote smooth, supple skin. They also contain a variety of essential nutrients that may prevent the negative effects of aging including: vitamins K, C, E, and A, B vitamins and potassium.

The high content of vitamin A in avocados can help us shed dead skin cells, leaving us with gorgeous, glowing skin. Their carotenoid content may also assist in blocking toxins and damage from the sun’s rays and also help to protect against skin cancers.

Add some avocado into a salad, smoothie, or just eat it with a spoon. You can also try it topically as an incredible moisturizing mask to fight inflammation, reduce redness, and help prevent wrinkles!

Sweet potatoes

The orange color of some Sweet potatoes comes from an antioxidant called beta-carotene which is converted to vitamin A. Vitamin A may help restore skin elasticity, promote skin cell turnover, and ultimately contribute to soft, youthful-looking skin.

This delicious root vegetable is also a great source of vitamins C and E, both of which may protect our skin from harmful free radicals and keep our complexion radiant.

Whip up a Sweet potato toast recipe to liven up your breakfast or snack game like no other. Thanksgiving isn’t the only time to add this veggie to your diet!

So there you have it some amazing foods to keep you looking radiant, there are a whole lot more, these are just few, do yourself some good to find out more and start enjoying the goodness they have to offer.

By nourishing ourselves with these anti-aging foods, we can gain fuel to look and feel our best.

If you’re looking for more delicious plants to try, choose fruits and vegetables deep in color. The rich shades are usually a sign of stronger radical fighting abilities to keep your skin healthy and vibrant. The more colors you can fit on your plate, the better.

It’s time to slow down signs of aging and truly glow from within!

Chibok girls: Second captive escapes in a week

Henry Williams
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Chibok girls: Second captive escapes in a week

A young Nigerian woman who was among a group of more than 200 teenagers abducted in the eastern town of Chibok seven years ago has escaped her kidnappers.

Hassana Adamu was freed a week after another of the victims escaped and was reunited with her parents.

Ms Adamu, and her two small children, presented themselves to the Nigerian military in the northern state of Borno.

On Saturday they met visiting Borno Governor Babagana Zulum, who shared the news on his Facebook page, including photos of the young family.

The mass abduction of the schoolgirls in 2014 by Islamist Boko Haram militants led to an international outcry.

While many of the victims eventually escaped or were rescued, more than 100 are still missing.

Zambia election: President claims vote was not free and fair

Henry Williams
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Zambia election: President claims vote was not free and fair

Zambia’s incumbent president has described Thursday’s elections as “not free and fair”.

Early results show President Edgar Lungu trailing his main opponent, businessman Hakainde “HH” Hichilema.

The president said election officials from his party Patriotic Front had been chased from polling stations, leaving votes unprotected.

In response, Mr Hichilema said the statement was the “desperate final act of an outgoing administration”.

Mr Lungu, who is seeking a second term, also said that violence in provinces where he lost votes had rendered “the whole exercise a nullity”.

The party, he added, was considering its next course of action. Zambia’s electoral commission is yet to respond.

SA’s jailed ex-President Zuma undergoes surgery

Henry Williams
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SA’s jailed ex-President Zuma undergoes surgery

South Africa’s jailed former President Jacob Zuma has undergone surgery and remains in hospital, prison officials say.

The 79-year-old is due to have other procedures in the coming days, Singabakho Nxumalo, the correctional services department spokesperson, has said.

There has been no word on the nature of the operations or likely discharge date.

Zuma began serving a 15-month sentence in July for contempt of court for failing to appear at an inquiry looking into allegations of corruption during his 2009-2018 presidency.

His admission to hospital delayed the start of a separate corruption trial last week.

It is linked a $5bn (£3bn) arms deal in the 1990s and Zuma says the case against him is politically motivated.

He has pleaded not guilty to all the 16 counts of racketeering, corruption, fraud, tax evasion and money laundering.

ECOWAS to rake $43.5m from members for rice production

Henry Williams
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ECOWAS to rake $43.5m from members for rice production

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has disclosed that the region requires about $43.5m to achieve uniform self-sufficiency in rice production in the region by 2025.

Currently, total domestic production in the region covers only 60 per cent of the population, and with the three per cent consumption growth rate yearly, it is estimated that demand for rice in the region would be about 24 million metric tonnes by 2025.

To achieve self-sufficiency in rice production in West Africa, the ECOWAS Commission and partners had announced a new Regional Action Plan to implement its rice policy, commonly known as the “Rice Offensive.”

The goal set by the “Regional Rice Offensive” of ECOWAS member states is to produce 24 million tonnes of milled rice, projected to be consumed in the region, by 2025. The entire programme was estimated to gulp $500m. However, about $43.5m would be required to implement strategic action, as highlighted in the action plan.

ECOWAS Commissioner of Agriculture, Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Sekou Sangare, at a press conference in Abuja, disclosed that the Economic Community of West Africa Agricultural Policy (ECOWAP) donor roundtable would follow to mobilise required resources to implement the action plan.

Tamil Nadu Government To Appoint Committee For Education Policy Formulation

Precious Obazee
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Tamil Nadu Government To Appoint Committee For Education Policy Formulation

Tamil Nadu government says it will appoint a high-level committee of educationists and experts to formulate a distinct State Education Policy in keeping with historical legacy, present situation and future aspirations.

State Finance, Minister Palanivel Thiaga Rajan, revealed this during the Tamil Nadu Budget presentation 2021-2022 where several key announcements were made which laid a lot of emphasis on education.

He said education is accorded the highest importance in this Budget, with an overall allocation of ₹32,599.54 crore, adding that the government is determined to ensure that Tamil Nadu is brought within the first three States in terms of learning outcomes in India.

According to the Minister, all teachers will be able to receive technology- enabled, monitorable and evidence-based training through 40 tablets supplied to each of the 413 Blocks at a total cost of ₹13.22 crore.

The Ennum Ezhuthum Mission for improving foundational arithmetic and literacy skill has been allocated Rs 66.70 crore with the aim to ensure that all children at the age of eight have basic skills in both by 2025.

Smart classrooms will be set up in 865 government high schools with an allocated budget of Rs 20.76 crores. Rs 114.18 crore has been set aside to set up high-tech labs in 1,784 middle schools to improve computer skills.

To ensure that students who study in government schools are afforded the opportunity to excel in academics, fine arts and sports, a special scheme will be implemented to establish model schools.

Smart classrooms will be provided in 25 Government Polytechnic Colleges at a cost of ₹10 crore while new hostel buildings will be constructed in four Government Engineering Colleges to reduce overcrowding.

The minister said a total of ₹5,369.09 crore has been provided in the Revised Budget Estimates 2021-22 for Higher Education.

He said the state government will also enable more institutions to obtain National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) accreditation while staff vacancies will also be filled on priority basis.

Further, the Tamil Nadu Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Corporation will be established in partnership with the Madras Institute of Technology, Anna University.

Soaring cost of living ticking time bomb, say Sanusi, otherssounbite

Henry Williams
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Soaring cost of living ticking time bomb, say Sanusi, otherssounbite

Buffetted on all sides by worsening insecurity, alarming unemployment rate, inclement economic conditions, poor political leadership, skyrocketing prices of goods and services, as well as the absence of proven economic drivers, the country has continued to teeter dangerously on the edge of the abyss.

As she flounders aimlessly, concerned stakeholders are warning that the failure of the Federal Government to halt the hardship afflicting Nigerians could spring catastrophic consequences that could cost the nation dearly.

Faced with the prospect of dire consequences due to a poor and failing economy, especially as capital inflows have plunged, local investments stagnated, and the employment crisis worsens, some economists have called for thorough scrutiny of growth drivers and national policies in order to rejuvenate the economy and save it from total collapse.

In his characteristic manner, former Central Bank Governor, Alhaji Muhammadu Lamido Sanusi, minced no words in concluding that the nation’s socio-economic problems have worsened under the President Muhammadu Buhari-led government, which he stressed has eroded all the gains the nation achieved from 1980 to 2014.

At a well-attended colloquium in Kaduna State, Saturday to mark his 60th birthday anniversary, Sanusi lamented that the country’s economy has continued to nose-dive under Buhari, and “things are no

Nigeria imposes partial curfew after deadly attack

Henry Williams
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Nigeria imposes partial curfew after deadly attack

Nigerian authorities on Sunday imposed a curfew in parts of central Plateau state, a day after suspected militia attacked a convoy of 90, killing at least 23.

Northwest and central Nigeria have for years struggled with violence between mainly Muslim nomadic herders and Christian farmers over control of resources, water and land.

Condemning the attack, President Muhammadu Buhari said in a statement that this was “not an agriculturalist-on-pastoralist confrontation but rather a direct, brazen and wickedly motivated attack.”

Police had initially said 22 of the 90 travellers were killed, but the death toll was revised upwards on Sunday.

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