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Everyone take a seat and let the Champions League begin. The Champions League which kicks off today will see a lot of victory songs, tears as fans around the world gather at various television screens to cheer on their clubs. While we support the unity and excitement it brings, we also opine that we are allowed to drool over these sportsmen and also watch them run with flexibility on the pitch. So get your “oohs” and “aahs” ready and feed your eyes with all the extra spice of the Champions League Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior Neymar. Photo credit: We Heart It Club:  Paris Saint-Germain Position:  #10 / Forward Radja Nainggolan Nainggolan. Photo HLN Club:  Inter Milan Position:  #14 /Midfielder Sergio Ramos Sergio Ramos. Photo credit: Pinterest Club: Real Madrid Position: 4/Defender James Rodriguez Club:  FC Bayern Munich Position:  11/Midfielder Cristiano Ronaldo Christiano Ronaldo. Photo credit: Pinterest Club:  Juventus F.

We are born with complete confidence. My best proof is my 10-month-old daughter. Her walk is shaky, she constantly falls down and she can’t really communicate. Still, she never thinks twice about getting up again to try and navigate across a room and interact with others. She is not special in these behaviors. All healthy babies do the same thing. They have not learned to lack confidence in their abilities, be nervous when addressing others, or be anxious when all the attention is on them. Most of us adults are not this lucky. We can remember past failures. We second-guess ourselves. And, unfortunately, our learned lack of self-confidence is harmful at the most important times in life, like interviewing for a job you want and need. To make matters worse, research shows that, on average, interviewers reach final decisions about applicants in only four minutes after meeting them. In this time there is little more to evaluate than how you look and speak, how you carry yourself, an

hair loss.<br />GettyImages Finding a simple way to boost hair regrowth remains a challenge for researchers. A new paper claims that micro LEDs might be the answer we have been looking for. Hair loss affects millions of people, globally. For some, it is of little concern, but for others, it can impact both self-esteem and confidence. For these people, finding a way to regrow hair as quickly as possible is important. The causes of hair loss are very varied; they can include genetic factors, long-term stress, ageing, and higher levels of male hormones. Despite years of dedicated research, boosting hair growth is still hit and miss, expensive, painful, or all of the above. The current options include a drug called minoxidil (a vasodilator), corticosteroid injections, and hair transplant surgery. Away from the pitfalls of drugs and surgery, some researchers are turning to the potential use of light. A new study investigates the possibility of a wearable, light-b

Bettie Nel and boyfriend An elderly woman escaped death during a farm attack after a bullet missed her and became lodged in her Bible. The attack reportedly took place on Saturday night outside Mahikeng in the North West. Netwerk24  reported that Bettie Nel, 82, was woken by noises and encountered two attackers in the passage of the house. After throwing a doorstop at them, a shot was fired and the suspects fled. The bullet missed Nel and hit the Bible on the side table next to her bed. Nel's daughter, Noeline Ferreira, 61, and Ferreira's boyfriend, Thys Pienaar, 63, sustained head injuries after reportedly being attacked in bed with the handle of a pickaxe and a flashlight. The bible Netwerk24 reports that six suspects stole a firearm and cellphones. According to that publication, no one has been arrested. Last week, AgriSA condemned what it called  "the continued violence that the farming community and fellow South Africans face daily". This

“Cook for him, surprise him with meals, and learn to make his favourite meal so that he will not go outside.” For many a woman, one of the ways to show your partner that you are prepared for marriage is by cooking. Because of this, women spend their early lives in the kitchen. Yet, the evolving society continues to question the ideals that we were raised with. The best cooks still have cheats as partners. There are happy marriages, some claim, where the couple does not cook. After all, they argue there is a reason chefs and restaurants exist. In another class, there are men who never tasted their wife’s meal but still chose them. Still, there are some who believe that if they must eat, they must learn to cook. These kind are specific with what goes in through their mouth. Then there is the problem of monotony and man’s desire to explore other people’s meals. Adventures which might involve him trying out the benefits of fasting. Popular Nigerian Chef Fregz. Photo: HER Side

BBQ Chicken Lately I have been obsessed with Barbecued Chicken and all things grilled. There’s a reason why great BBQ’s are cherished and that is because it can be tough to get it right, especially if you are a novice. To ensure you make perfect BBQ every time, here are some tips that will come in handy. Lid on The best way to grill food is with the lid on. If the food is not covered, a lot of heat will be lost, the food will get dry and it takes even longer to cook which can be exasperating. To get the right taste and enjoy grilled meat you want it to be tender and moist. If you are using a grill that has no lid, fret not. You can get a disposable foil pan and place it upside down to cover the food. Problem solved. Right temperature Grilling at the right temperature is very important. If it is too hot the meat will most likely burn on the outside and barely cook on the inside. Just before you start grilling, pre-heat the grill at least 15 minutes prior. Th

Age difference doesn’t matter in a relationship – Ademeso Oluwatosin Even though I’m a lady, I could get married to someone younger than I am; the most important factor in marriage to me is love and understanding. Age does not really determine if you will respect your partner or not. For a woman, submission has to do with your attitude. Even if a woman marries a man 10 years older than her, if she is not submissive, she won’t respect the man. Personally, if I want to marry someone older than I am, the maximum age difference for me will be eight years and the minimum age difference will be four years; this is my personal opinion. Age difference is important – Toluwalope Obadipe As for me, age difference is very important. I don’t think I would want to marry someone younger than me or my age mate for reasons best known to me. However, in my opinion, the maximum age difference I can consider for someone older than I am is a seven-year gap. Age is just a number – Orimadike Chi

File Photo The legendary co-founder of Apple, Inc., Steve Jobs, detested big phones and wouldn’t produce them. His successor, Tim Cook, apparently felt differently; borrowed a leaf from Samsung’s playbook on big phones, and produced iPhone 6S, which is the first large-screen iPhone. The result was the astronomical rise in Apple’s capitalization; thanks in part to the then newly-bred middle class in China. Now it seems that Apple can’t stop! One of the iPhones unveiled last week Wednesday, 12 September 2018; called iPhone XS Max, would be the biggest iPhone ever, with a diagonal of 6.5 inches. It is also the most expensive phone that Apple has ever produced. People love large-screen smartphones, the same way they love large-screen TVs. Research has shown that people with larger phones use them more. Besides the XS Max, the XS and XR models were also unveiled at last week’s event. The XS is like the regular annual upgrade, to iPhone X in this case. This is basically the new iPho

• Shun Products Without NAFDAC Number— Agency  As more fruit juices for children are making their way into the market, kids to take them as snacks or supplement during meals. Some parents consider such juices as pacifiers and freebies during birthday parties, ignoring the health implications that might be associated with such. Nutritionist at Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) said chemical preservatives and sweeteners contained in most children fruit juices tend to increase the level of body acidity, thereby making them more susceptible to different diseases after constant consumption. She said: “The processed commercial fruit juice is not as beneficial as fresh raw fruit or fruit juice. As most of them are made from concentrates, the fruit juice is obtained from fruits and then filtered through a processor that extracts water. This way, the juice takes up less space when transported. Before being packaged and sold, water is added back into the concentrated juice and it is

Everything you need to live well With only 105 days left, the year is coming to an end. How has 2018 been for you so far? It’s okay if you didn’t achieve all of your goals. Your dreams are still attainable before the year runs out. Here are a few tips to making 2018 your best year yet: 1. Get fit It’s not too late to start your fitness goals. Set a small weekly goal for the rest of the year and do it. It could be as simple as waking up 10 minutes earlier to do a little exercise, exfoliating more or drinking more water. Goal-setting. Photo: LinkedIn Learning 2. Learn something new It could be photo editing skills or a new language. There are also courses you can finish in a week. 3. Take a trip Go on a weekend trip to a nice place or even a resort out of town. Use this time to unplug and focus on your emotional and mental needs. 4. Draw a budget and stick to it Those who have a budget are better able to plan ahead in regards to their finances. It also helps

What Is Acute Bronchitis? Acute bronchitis is inflammation of your bronchial tree. The bronchial tree consists of tubes that carry air into your lungs. When these tubes get infected, they swell and mucus (thick fluid) forms inside them. This makes it hard for you to breathe. Acute bronchitis only lasts a short time (several weeks or less). Chronic bronchitis is long lasting and can reoccur. It usually is caused by constant irritation, such as from smoking. Symptoms of acute bronchitis The symptoms of acute bronchitis can include: Sore throat, fever, cough that brings up clear, yellow, or green mucus, chest congestion, shortness of breath, wheezing, chills and body aches. Your cough can last for several weeks or months. This happens because the bronchial tree takes a while to heal. A lasting cough may signal another problem, such as asthma or pneumonia. What causes acute bronchitis? Viruses most often cause acute bronchitis. They attack the lining of the bronchial tree and caus

A Varsity student reading. Your university days may be some of the most transformative and memorable moments in your young adult life. Those days may ultimately lay the framework for your future and many important life choices and habits you will continue to follow, especially when pertaining to your health. So many of the health habits from that time, have the tendency to remain with you throughout adulthood. Nonetheless, it’s crucial for students to take full control of their health early on and more so become aware of the following issues that may severely impact their health and wellness while living on campus. Dating Abuse The topic of dating abuse and violence really isn’t discussed enough, though it happens often on university campuses. Your first serious romantic adult relationship may occur while away at school, and as you are swept away by “love”, you may not even be aware of how insidious elements of abuse may manifest and find its way into your relationsh