Abuja court grants bail to #EndSARS protesters, cautions media against sensationalism

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November 11, 2020

A Chief Magistrate of an Abuja Court, Musa Abdulrazaq Eneye, has granted bail to six #EndSARS protester in the sum of N50,000 each, with one surety each in like sum.

The six defendants were arrested while wearing RevolutionNow T-Shirt during a protest in front of the National Assembly.

They are Olutosin Adeniji, Yasidu Bashiru, Abdulsalam Zubairu, Kabiru Garzali, Paul Akinwumi and Devour Chomo.

Before granting the bail, Chief Magistrate Eneye expressed displeasure over a malicious publication on the arraignment of the #EndSARS protesters in the court last week, where what transferred in the open court was twisted and turned upside down on social media.

The Chief Magistrate, who drew the attention of lawyers and litigants to the malicious publication, warned that there are laws guiding procedures in court and that any violation of the rule will lead to contempt of court.

He urged Media practitioners to always get their facts accurately in judicial reporting and avoid undue sensationalism and engaging in sub-judice in the matter pending before the court so as not to run foul of the law.

He emphasised on the freedom of expression as enshrined in the 1999 Constitution.

Eneye, however, said the law was not absolute because there are guidance that must be followed by anybody or group while expressing themselves.

Tyson Fury confirms he will NEVER fight Deontay Wilder again

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Henry Williams

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November 11, 2020

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WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has confirmed his decision to move on from a trilogy with American rival Deontay Wilder permanently.

‘The Gypsy King’ is unhappy at allegations of cheating labeled at him since beating Wilder convincingly back in February.

Fury changed tactics from their initial drawn bout to completely control and pummel Wilder in the rematch. ‘The Bronze Bomber’ lost when the towel was thrown in by cornerman Mark Breland in the seventh round.

Since then, an agreement on the date went out the window due to the pandemic and Fury moved on.

Wilder then came out with hellacious allegations on Halloween and Fury obviously wasn’t’ impressed.

The pair will never meet again in the ring, according to the pound for pound star.

“Yeah, the original date was July 18th. That didn’t happen because he had an injury. Then it was October but that didn’t happen because they couldn’t get a venue that suited everybody.

“Then they had three dates in December – 5th, 12th, and 19th – which I agreed to. That obviously didn’t happen. I’m not going to wait around forever. I’ve got my own life,” Fury told British journalist Gareth A. Davies in a YouTube interview.

“I agreed to every date they said. Every date that was mentioned, I agreed to. It’s not worth me looking at now,” he added.

Putting a final stamp on his confirmation, Fury concluded: “He’ll never get a shot at me. It’s finished forever, for what he said.

“Losing is one thing. Any man can lose to another. But to come out with the amount of BS he has.

“He’s conveniently waited until the contract expired to open his mouth. It’s ridiculous and I don’t really want to give him any air time. That’s it for me.”

DEONTAY WILDER SUPER-CRUISER

Linked to a move down to the new WBC super-cruiserweight category, Wilder has opportunities to become a two-weight world champion in 2021.

As WBN explained, the new division will transpire at a limit of 224 pounds, exactly where the 35-year-old needs it to be for potential domination.

If confirmed for the vacant title, Wilder could be on course for years of rule once again, following his five-year stint as heavyweight king.

What You Need To Know About Pampering Your Skin When Moisturising

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Elizabeth Williams

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November 11, 2020

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The skin is the body’s largest organ and requires regular attention to stay young, blemish-free and healthy. Regularly using lotion and moisturizer should be a part of any good skin care regimen, OR BEAUTY ROUTINE

Moisturizing Reduces Skin Problems – Moisturizing everyday can reduce the chance of developing extreme dryness or oiliness. Both extremes are harmful for skin and cause common skin conditions like acne.

THE SCIENCE OF MOISTURISING

WHAT IS A HUMECTANT?

A cosmetic humectant is defined as a substance that moisturises the skin but it does this in a very specific way. As hydrophilic, or water-loving ingredients, humectants attract water to the skin as opposed to two other moisturising ingredients – occlusives and emollients – which act to reduce water loss or to enhance skin penetration of hydrating molecules. Occlusives include butters and waxes and emollients are ingredients such as squalane and triglycerides.

HOW DOES A NATURAL HUMECTANT WORK IN SKINCARE?

The function of humectants is to draw water either from the air to the skin or from the dermis (a deeper layer of our skin) to the stratum corneum (outer layer of the skin). Which of these two happens really depends on the humidity of the air.

In areas where the humidity is high, it is likely that the water is drawn from the air. However, if the humidity is low, or in other words the air is dry, the water needs to come from the skin itself. In this case, the skin pulls moisture from the dermis to the surface. This is why, in some cases, humectants can be drying rather than moisturising. What we need to remember is that not everything is black and white. Skincare ingredients and products need to work in synergy in order to maintain the skin in optimal condition.

THE IMPORTANCE OF MOISTURIZING

Now that we’ve covered why moisturizing is important for healthy skin, these quick tips will help retain your natural glow:

Hot showers and baths are not good for your skin. Shower for a shorter amount of time and with warm water. You’ll see the difference in your skin. Always make sure you Watch the temperature of water –

Pat dry, don’t rub dry – After a shower gently pat your skin dry instead of rubbing your skin dry. By patting dry your skin will retain more moisture you are going to seal in when you moisturize.

The importance of drinking water cannot be over emphasised, Drink more water – the moisture your skin receives also comes from your body. Drink at least 8 cups of water every day!

Use mild soaps or bath – soaps and shampoos that contain alcohol strip natural oils from your skin. Look for a mild, fragrance-free cleanser that has aloe minerals and vitamins.

Use a humidifier – If needed, a humidifier can add much needed moisture to the air.

EU’s First COVID-19 Vaccinations Could Happen In First Quarter Of 2021

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Zoe Maven

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November 11, 2020

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The European Union Health Body says the Blocks first vaccinations against COVID-19 could take place in the first quarter of 2021, according to a European health chief.

Director of the European Center for Disease Control (ECDC), Andrea Ammon, expressed optimism at such a possibility. Her comments come after Pfizer and BioNTech said their potential vaccine had been found to be more than 90% effective.

The companies expect to apply for authorisation for the vaccine to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) before the end of the month.

Meanwhile, president of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen said it the most promising vaccine so far, adding that once the Vaccine becomes available, the plan is to deploy it quickly, everywhere in Europe.

The European Commission had already secured three other deals with pharmaceutical companies allowing its 27 member states to buy nearly one billion doses of a potential coronavirus vaccine.

She stressed the need to have a broad portfolio of vaccines based on different technologies, adding they are already working with member states to prepare national vaccination campaigns.

Popa Langur: Scientists Discover New Endangered Primate Species, With Only 260 Left

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Koko Lawrence

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November 11, 2020

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Scientists have discovered a new primate species in the jungles of Myanmar and it’s already at risk of extinction.

The Popa langur is a type of monkey with a long tail, rings around its eyes, and a crest of fur on top of its head. There are only an estimated 200 to 260 left, according to a news release by the London Natural History Museum, which collaborated on this study.

The research team named the Popa langurs after the sacred extinct volcano Mount Popa and classified them as “critically endangered.”

Roberto Portela Miguez, a senior curator at the Natural History Museum, in the release said “Sadly this is a bittersweet discovery due to the limited number of individuals left in the wild and fragmented populations”.

“The hope is that by giving this species the scientific status and notoriety it merits, there will be even more concerted efforts in protecting this area and the few other remaining populations.”

The scientists, spanning three organizations, published their findings on Wednesday in the journal Zoological Research.

Hong Kong pro-democracy lawmakers to resign as China crushes opposition

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Zoe Maven

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November 11, 2020

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Hong Kong’s pro-democracy lawmakers said Wednesday they would all resign in protest at the ousting of four of their colleagues who were judged a threat to national security by China.

Addressing a press conference, Wu Chi-wai, convener of the 15 remaining pro-democracy legislators, said they will stand in solidarity with their colleagues and will resign en masse.

The move marks another blow to Hong Kong’s struggling pro-democracy movement, which has been under sustained attack since China imposed a sweeping national security law

Earlier Wednesday, Hong Kong authorities ousted the four members minutes after one of China’s top lawmaking committees ruled that the city’s government could remove any legislator deemed a threat to national security without going through the courts.

News Analysts say the resignations will reduce the semi-autonomous city’s legislature to a gathering of Chinese central government loyalists, effectively ending pluralism in the chamber.

Philippines Extends Military Pact With United States

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Zoe Maven

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November 11, 2020

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The Philipines Foreign Ministry says the country will extend a key military pact with the United States for another six months.

The latest decision which was announced by Foreign Minister Teodoro Locsin, came after Duterte congratulated US President-elect Joe Biden and said he was looking forward to “working closely” with the new administration.

President Rodrigo Duterte had given notice to Washington in February that he planned to axe the Visiting Forces Agreement after accusing the US of interference in his internationally condemned narcotics crackdown.

The plan to break the deal which was central to hundreds of joint military exercises with the US every year and a major component of their nearly 70-year-old alliance, was suspended in June.

In a statement addressed to US National Security Advisor Robert O’Brien, Locsin said the decision would “enable us to find a more enhanced, mutually beneficial… and lasting arrangement.”

Duterte has repeatedly threatened to break from long-standing security ties with the US, its former colonial master, in favour of closer links with China.

Remembrance Day: Sydney Opera House lit with poppies

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Koko Lawrence

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November 11, 2020

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Poppies illuminated the sails of the Sydney Opera House at dawn on Wednesday as Australia marked the 102nd anniversary of Remembrance Day.

As the sun rose, a lone bugler played the Last Post to mark the end of World War I and to pay tribute to those who lost their lives in the line of duty.

The guns fell silent at 11 a.m. on November 11, 1918 after more than four years of warfare. Once the conflict was over, the poppy was one of the few plants to grow on the barren battlefields, and the flower has become a symbol for remembering those who died.

Services were also held across Australia although COVID-19 restrictions limited crowds.

In Canberra, Prime Minister Scott Morrison laid a wreath at a Remembrance Day service in Canberra.

More than 60,000 Australians lost their lives and more than 150,000 were wounded, taken prisoner or gassed during WW1, says the Australian War Memorial.

Creativity in Loss: Grounded Malaysian pilot’s noodle stall takes off with unexpected surge

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Koko Lawrence

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November 11, 2020

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Every morning, Malaysian pilot Azrin Mohamad Zawawi puts on his white uniform and black captain’s hat before heading to work.

But rather than going to the airport, as he has done for two decades, he heads to a small noodle stall he now runs in a suburb just outside the capital, Kuala Lumpur.

Azrin, 44, is one of thousands of staff who have lost their jobs after airlines were grounded by the coronavirus pandemic.

“I need some income because I was retrenched by my previous company,” said Azrin, whose most recent employer, Malindo Air, was forced to slash its workforce this month.

Deprived of a regular income, the father of four decided to start a food business, selling Malaysian dishes such as a curry noodle dish made from a family recipe, laksa, and a mixed fruit dish called rojak.

His business got a surge of unexpected publicity when a photograph of Azrin wearing his captain’s uniform with a red apron taken by his wife and posted on social media went viral.

Still, customers say the business, aptly named “Kapten Corner” (“Captain’s Corner”), is more than just a gimmick.

For his part, Azrin hopes his experience can inspire others affected by the pandemic to try new ways to make a living. “Embrace the challenge and never give up… It’s like flying the aircraft, we always move forward,” he said.

Bomb Attack On Armistice Day Ceremony At Saudi Cemetery Injures Several

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Zoe Maven

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November 11, 2020

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Several people were wounded Wednesday in what French officials said was a bomb attack targeting a World War I commemoration ceremony attended by European diplomats.

France’s Foreign Ministry said the non-Muslim cemetery in Jeddah, attended by several consulates, including that of France, was the target of an IED [improvised explosive device] attack this morning, which injured several people.

The ministry strongly condemned this cowardly, unjustifiable attack while Greek government official said four people were slightly injured in the blast, including a Greek national.

The Saudi government communications office did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

The blast is the second security incident to take place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia’s second-most populous city, in the last couple of weeks.

On October 29 a Saudi man was arrested after attacking and wounding a security guard at the French consulate there.