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European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) / Re: UEFA Champions League Knockout Round Live Draws by HAKKINS(f): 1:08pm On Dec 17, 2018 |
The real test for juventus begins 1 Like |
Education / Detected...see The Reason A Mosquito Bites Even In The Dark by HAKKINS(f): 10:50pm On Jul 21, 2017 |
Mosquitoes use a triple threat of visual,
olfactory, and thermal cues to home in
on their human targets, a new Caltech
study suggests.
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Are you dousing your skin with bug
repellents and lighting citronella candles
to keep mosquitoes away? These efforts
may keep them at bay for a while, but no
solution is perfect because mosquitoes
have evolved to use a triple threat of
visual, olfactory, and thermal cues to
home in on their human targets, a new
Caltech study suggests.
The study appears in the July 17 online
version of the journal Current Biology.
When an adult female mosquito needs a
blood meal to feed her young, she
searches for a host — often a human.
Many insects, mosquitoes included, are
attracted by the odor of the carbon
dioxide (CO2) gas that humans and other
animals naturally exhale. However,
mosquitoes can also pick up other cues
that signal a human is nearby. They use
their vision to spot a host and thermal
sensory information to detect body hea |
Education / Re: 2017/2018 Federal University Of Technology, Akure Aspirant by HAKKINS(f): 1:06am On Jun 02, 2017 |
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Education / Re: 2017/2018 Federal University Of Technology, Akure Aspirant by HAKKINS(f): 1:03am On Jun 02, 2017 |
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Politics / Leaked!!!!!!......see What Obasanjo Told Buhari.. by HAKKINS(f): 10:34pm On Feb 07, 2017 |
OBASANJO, BABANGIDA & Buhari were in a plane. 1. OBASANJO said: I can throw N1000 note out & make someone happy. 2. BABANGIDA said: I can throw two N500 note out & make 2 people happy. 3. Buhari said: I can throw five N200 notes & make 5 people happy. 4. The PILLOT heard them & said to himself: "IDIOTS" I can throw 3 of U down & make over 150 million people happy!!! So who do U support among this four? A = OBASANJO B = BABANGIDA C = Buhari D = PILOT VOTE NOW |
Religion / Re: How The 12 Apostles Of Jesus Died by HAKKINS(f): 7:43pm On Feb 06, 2017 |
TheSonOfMark:mr atheist .....please receive sense in dis 2017 |
Religion / How The 12 Apostles Of Jesus Died by HAKKINS(f): 2:33pm On Feb 05, 2017 |
Jesus’ death on the cross, as described in the New Testament, has become one of the most famous events. But what happened to the 12 disciples who were his closest followers? Not as much information has survived about their fates, but here is what’s available from various sources, including the New Testament itself, apocryphal texts, early Christian historians, legends and lore. http://channel.nationalgeographic.com/killing-jesus/articles/how-did-the-apostles-die/ 41 Likes 10 Shares
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Education / Re: 2017 Nigerian Universities Ranking by HAKKINS(f): 9:26pm On Jan 28, 2017 |
hmmm even the best here is one of the worst in africa....... |
Education / Re: 5 Weird Things I Bet You Dont Know About Russia by HAKKINS(f): 8:42pm On Jan 27, 2017 |
Sammypope4all:so u wud have loved for your salary be paid with vodka....#shayoguy |
Education / 5 Weird Things I Bet You Dont Know About Russia by HAKKINS(f): 4:18pm On Jan 27, 2017 |
1. In Russia, there are 9 million more women than men. “Let’s go watch bears together.” According to a United Nations report, there are 86.8 men for every 100 women in Russia (across the world, there are 101.8 men for every 100 women). But there’s an interesting side note to this stat: Russian newborn boys outnumber newborn girls and men continue to outnumber women until the age of 31. But from age 32 on, women outnumber men. The leading explanation for this: early mortality among men. According to Russian Health Minister Veronika Skvortsova, the biggest cause of early mortality among Russian men is primarily related to alcohol consumption. 2. There used to be a beard tax in Russia, paid by anyone who had a beard. This beard alone may have cost hundreds of dollars. The beard tax was created by Tsar Peter the Great, in an attempt to modernize the country’s society. According to the beard tax, all men (except peasants and clergymen) had to pay 100 roubles for a copper or silver “beard token” that had a moustache and a beard engraved on to it - and then carry the token with them as proof of paying the tax. Also engraved on the token: the words ‘the beard is a useless burden.’ No surprise that many hipsters in Russia did not think that Peter the Great was great. 3. There are dozens of “closed cities” in Russia that are closed to the outside world. If you see a “Do Not Enter” sign in Russia, it’s best if you obeyed. Closed cities, in large part, existed to serve the interests of the army or major research institutions in the late 1940s. These cities were not included on Soviet maps and were only designated by post code. They were kept secret for long periods of time. Today, many of them are no longer a secret, but they are likely surrounded by barbed wire and protected by armed guards. Foreigners are strictly prohibited from entering them. 6. In Russia, it is a finable offense to drive a dirty car. This may not go over that well over there. Caveat to this one: there is some debate as to whether or not you will actually get a ticket for having a dirty car. There was a Lonely Planet forum that dug deep in to this and many indicated that a fine would be levied only if the the registration of the vehicle was so dirty that it was illegible. But others made the strong point: you don’t want Russian police pulling you over for anything - so keep your car clean. 5. Speaking of Alaska, Russia sold it to the U.S in 1867 And you won’t believe the deal they got on it, either. The United States paid $7.2 million for the country, which is still more than you can spend on a plot of land. But get this, that’s less than 2 cents an acre for all 600,000 square miles of the cold- snow- covered state. Makes you wonder what’s so bad about it, considering Alaska probably still has better weather than Russia. 6.In russia you might be paid your salary with vodka.it was recorded that in sept 23 1998 Teachers in part of western Siberia are being paid in bottles of vodka, because the authorities have no money to meet their wages bill. The teachers in the most populous Maima district of the Altai republic are getting 15 bottles each. They have not been paid their proper salaries since February or March. An Itar-Tass news agency correspondent in the region says the teachers reckon it is better to get the vodka - which can be sold in local markets - than nothing at all
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Education / Re: Zodiac Is A Scam......see Reasons by HAKKINS(f): 12:53pm On Jan 27, 2017 |
Idydarling:good for u thou... |
Nairaland / General / Omg......He had no choice 18+pics by HAKKINS(f): 12:49pm On Jan 27, 2017 |
A very conservative man or...........
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Education / Re: Zodiac Is A Scam......see Reasons by HAKKINS(f): 12:43pm On Jan 27, 2017 |
pressplay411:yes now....some will just check theirs and start having useless hope.....mine didnt even describe me |
Education / Zodiac Is A Scam......see Reasons by HAKKINS(f): 12:33pm On Jan 27, 2017 |
10. BASED ON NO SOLID FACTS OR EVIDENCE Now, what these astrologers do is that they tell you that because of the movement in the sky and change of positions of different planets, there will be a change in your personality too. However, this is only based on what you believe and what they make you believe. There is no pure evidence that this is what everything should be based on. Why is it that every time there’s a change in position of different planets, there’s a new theory to it and every single time, there’s a different view by astrologers? A lot of things depend on your zodiac as well, then why is that with each different zodiac and the respective planet related to it, the astrologer’s point of view changes? It makes no sense. A change in positions and some movements here and there will not change your personality every time that happens. Usually these theories are based on ancient theories that are respect to change as well. IT IS A VERY DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENT. Things change and so do circumstances. It is absolutely baseless when these theories are based on ancient science, according to sciences. 9. DIFFER IN VIEWS Following that, any change up there, in the sky that is, if there’s a change in you as well, then why is that not every astrologer believes in that? Every time you go and visit different astrologers, they will have different views on you. No two astrologers will think on the same track. This proves that whatever movement they’re talking about, isn’t making any change in your life. Nope, not happening. 8. DON’T EXPLAIN THE ENTIRE ASPECT This is one major thing that is absolutely explainable about astrology. If you’re a person who regularly follows astrology, then you should understand this carefully. This theory is about planets and their movements and how this change affects the human life. However, there’s something called ‘dwarf planets.’ And with this, the only planet that comes into mind is Pluto. There are other different dwarf planets that also exist up there, but astrologers DO NOT consider their movement and change in position. And why is that? No, zodiac signs don’t relate only to the 9 planets. The astrology of dwarf planets is completely different. Basing your judgement on pure co incidences or something that is JUST POSSIBLE is not something one should take into consideration. 7. ALREADY KNOW IT! Sometimes, astrologers have the same thing to say to almost everyone. They take advantage of the fact that the other person, whoever is coming to seek a little help about their future to maybe save something they can handle, these are the ones who are fooled by the massive ‘hoo-haa’ of astrology. They earn tonnes of money by the people who believe in them. Sometimes when things go the right way, or because of some co-incidence whatever they said is true, the amount of customers for these astrologers increases. These astrologers aren’t honest about whatever they’re doing or saying sometimes. Their predictions are true sometimes, and with absolutely no hard work and focus, they tell you everything false about your future and this raises a huge question on their existence. This is one very important thing that has to be kept in mind. 6. WRONG PREDICTIONS We live in a world where science and technology has an answer to everything. And so, let’s try and make use of that and apply this theory of astrology there. According to astrological theories, there’s something called a ‘connection between celestial bodies and human relations.’ This is where all the predictions come from. This is how everything is decided in this theory. It is difficult to understand just this. How can the astrologers give you answers and predictions if they don’t exist? Yes, you got it right. According to science, if you’re making predictions on the basis of something called a connection between the two, your predictions are false. The sole reason being that this kind of connection doesn’t exist. 5. TIMING Lets just assume that astrology helps and is true. You must be thinking what has time got to do with this concept. But hear me out, this is true. Often when astrologers make an assumption for your future, they take the entire credit for it and you fill in their pockets with loads of money. But what happens when the astrology is incorrect? This is what happens. The astrologers make you believe that ‘the timing was bad.’ Like seriously, and to people who’re regular with these people are fully convinced with this excuse. 4. ABSTRACT ASSUMPTIONS Okay, lets not talk about our own futures. When astrology talks about human relations and behavior, it includes the entire world. Now, lets only talk about a specific country. Did you know? According to astrologers, the movements of planets around the sun and otherwise can AFFECT THE WORKING OF COUNTRIES AND NATIONS IN THE NEAR FUTURE? Like totally assume a situation where you end up going to an astrologer and asking, ‘hey what’s going to happen to our country in 2020?’ They’ll just be like, your country will have a water crises and there’s going to be a lot of politics and debating on it. But here’s what you’ll miss out on. Solutions to that problem. 3. CLASHING ASTROLOGY Its not just a particular country that believes in astrology. You wont believe what happens in other countries. What people in other countries believe in is not the same for every country across the globe. Star studying is something that helps these people learn astrology. And so, sometimes this is also used to praise the astrology of one country over other countries. Bias thoughts come through astrology, yes. 2. AFFECT ON PEOPLE The affect that wrong predictions have on people can sometimes be adverse. Instead of creating a happy and understanding environment, it might completely change the environment of the house and can lead to wrong conclusions. This is sad. A society simply cannot work only on assumptions and predictions. It would be a disgrace to live in a society where family relations aren’t taken into consideration in front of some random assumptions an astrologer made. 1. BUSINESS FOR MONEY MAKING Anyone can become an astrologer. What’s the harm? Just do a little background check on that person and you’re done. Sit and make assumptions. People are good at that. People earn money for nothing and others even believe in them. |
Nairaland / General / Re: The Top Ten Real Bro Code...... by HAKKINS(f): 2:13pm On Jan 26, 2017 |
chordrylateral:sis aint got code.....they are **** |
Nairaland / General / The Top Ten Real Bro Code...... by HAKKINS(f): 2:07pm On Jan 26, 2017 |
1) Bros’ over hoes Hoes refers to all other women in a man’s life that are not his wife or close female family members. Hoe’s are not allowed to come in between bro’s. Bro’s therefore, never fight one another over ladies. If a woman comes in between them, they drop her since Bromance is considered to be a lot more important than a hoe. 2) A bro shall honor his family A bro shall honor his father, mother, siblings, wife and kids. This code dictates that a man must work hard to provide for his family and protect those dear to him with his life. The pack therefore allows a bro to spend quality time with family. Should he neglect his family, the bro’s shall castigate him appropriately. black-family-of4 3) A bro shall always remain loyal to his bros Loyalty is the most important virtue that binds bros’. Breaking this particular code is tantamount to bro-treason, it’s sacrilegious and unforgiveable. If your bro’s girlfriend calls to inquire where he was last night you shall always claim to have been with him even when you haven’t met the said bro for a month. If a bro asks you to keep a secret, you take it to the grave, no exceptions! Bros shall never reveal their bro-code rules to any lady. 4) A bro shall be responsible for the ‘weaker’ bros The alpha-bro shall be responsible in building the self-esteem of ‘weaker’ bro’s by handing out time-tested wisdom and power of his skills especially when it comes to dating and business. If a bro is out of employment the other bros should pull strings to get him another gig. Never make your bro look bad especially in front of a lady he is targeting. And when you help out a bro, nobody outside the pack should ever get to hear of it. 5) A bro’s Biological sisters, mother and ex-girlfriends are out of bounds This code is clear about forbidding inbreeding. Never shall a bro make a move or even harbor thoughts of making away with his bro’s sister, mother or ex-girlfriend. Dating cousins is allowable, but the bro is obligated to treat her with great respect and never reveal graphical details of their sexual encounters. When two bro’s, fall for the same lady, the guy with the longest dry spell is given the first shot. RedAlert4 6) A bro shall fulfill his wingman duties with uttermost seriousness When a bro tasks you to being his wingman for the night, you must drop all your initial plans and report for this divine duty. You shall vouch for everything your bro says even when it’s totally ridiculous. If the lady he is targeting has a friend, it’s your duty to entertain her all night however annoying, unattractive or boring she might be. It’s your sacred duty to sometimes feign romantic feelings, drawing her away in order to give your bro ample space to bond with his catch. 7) Bros shall be brutally honest with one another When a bro sells-out it shall be pointed out point blank. Out in the world you may be hold a very powerful position but when it comes to your bros that will never stop them from reproaching you when you lose touch with reality. Bros shall forever remind you of your beliefs, priorities in life and principles should you deviate from them. When your a bro is henpecked or is being cheated on by his lady it’s your duty to spell it out without sugar-coating any detail. A bro shall always protect his bros When a bro gets into a bar fight the other bros shall step in to protect him even if they will have to lose a tooth in the process. Bros never abandon one of their own in times of trouble. When a bro scores a lady during a night out, you shall provide him with a ‘weapon’ and remind him the importance of using it to avoid contracting a nasty STI. If he is too intoxicated to think straight, you shall restrain him from hitting the sack with her. And if an inebriated bro attempts to call or text his ex-girlfriend, you shall confiscate his phone only to give it back when he is sober. african-men-hollywood-stereotypes 9) A bro shall never share a bed with another man A bro shall never share a bed with another man unless there is absolutely no other option. When a bro is forced to spend the night lying on the same bed with another man, both shall sleep with all clothes on (shoes and ties too). A buffer zone shall be created between the two, with both parties sleeping while facing opposite sides of the bed. Under no circumstances shall a bro touch the other all through the night. When in the urinals, a bro shall stare straight ahead and under no condition shall he peek at his bro’s member! 10) A bro shall adhere to the strict do’s and don’ts of communication Never should a bro eat a banana while staring into the eyes of his bro! A bro is only allowed to hold hands, waists and have his six-pack stroked by the X-X chromosome. Should a dude try any of the above to a bro, he will be eligible for a sucker punch. When texting your bros never ever use emoticons or send ‘I miss you’ & ‘goodnight’ messages. Doing the above may get you ex-communicated from the pack. Lastly, never call or text your bros around midnight unless you have a life threatening emergency. 1 Like |
Education / The Number 1 Way To Make It... by HAKKINS(f): 1:35pm On Jan 26, 2017 |
If you work just for money,
you'll never make it, but if you
love what you're doing and you
always chase excellence first,
success will be yours. |
Crime / Top 8 Wrongful Execution in history...... by HAKKINS(f): 3:43pm On Jan 25, 2017 |
It’d be nice to think our judicial system is totally infallible, but unfortunately, that’s just not the case. Innocent people are convicted of crimes they didn’t commit more often than anyone would like to admit, and in some cases, people who were later found to be innocent have actually been put to death. Here are 8 people who were executed and innocent. 1. Cameron Todd Willingham—In 1992, Willingham was convicted of arson murder in Texas. He was believed to have intentionally set a fire that killed his three kids. In 2004, he was put to death. Unfortunately, the Texas Forensic Science Commission later found that the evidence was misinterpreted, and they concluded that none of the evidence used against Willingham was valid. As it turns out, the fire really was accidental. 2. Ruben Cantu—Cantu was 17 at the time the crime he was alleged of committing took place. Cantu was convicted of capital murder, and in 1993, the Texas teen was executed. About 12 years after his death, investigations show that Cantu likely didn’t commit the murder. The lone eyewitness recanted his testimony, and Cantu’s co-defendant later admitted he allowed his friend to be falsely accused. He says Cantu wasn’t even there the night of the murder. 3. Larry Griffin—Griffin was put to death in 1995 for the 1981 murder of Quintin Moss, a Missouri drug dealer. Griffin always maintained his innocence, and now, evidence seems to indicate he was telling the truth. The first police officer on the scene now says the eyewitness account was false, even though the officer supported the claims during the trial. Another eyewitness who was wounded during the attack was never contacted during the trial, and he says Griffin wasn’t present at the crime scene that night. 4. Carlos DeLuna—In 1989, DeLuna was executed for the stabbing of a Texas convenience store clerk. Almost 20 years later, Chicago Tribune uncovered evidence that shows DeLuna was likely innocent. The evidence showed that Carlos Hernandez, a man who even confessed to the murder many times, actually did the crime. 5. David Wayne Spence—Spence was put to death in 1997 for the murder of three teenagers in Texas. He was supposedly hired by a convenience store clerk to kill someone else, but he allegedly killed the wrong people by mistake. The supervising police lieutenant said “I do not think David Spence committed this crime.” The lead homicide detective agreed, saying “My opinion is that David Spence was innocent. Nothing from the investigation ever led us to any evidence that he was involved.” 6. Jesse Tafero—In 1976, Tafero was convicted of murdering a state trooper. He and Sonia Jacobs were both sentenced to death for the crime. The main evidence used to convict them was testimony by someone else who was involved in the crime, ex-convict Walter Rhodes. Rhodes gave this testimony in exchange for a life sentence. In 1990, Tafero was put to death. Two years later, his companion Jacobs was released due to a lack of evidence…the same evidence used to put Tafero to death. 7 & 8. Thomas Griffin and Meeks Griffin— The oldest case on this list dates back to 1915. The Griffin brothers, two black men, were convicted of the murder of a white man. The reason they were convicted is because Monk Stevenson, another black man suspected of committing the murder, pointed to the brothers as having been responsible. He later admitted the reason he blamed them is because they were wealthy, and he assumed they had the money to beat the charges. The Griffin brothers were completely innocent, but they were put to death nonetheless. MAY GOD NOT MAKE US VICTIM OF BAD CIRCUMSTANCES 1 Like 1 Share |
TV/Movies / Re: 12 Myths That Movies Made Us To Believe....see Pics by HAKKINS(f): 8:48am On Jan 25, 2017 |
Ichel:seems true.....i even watch one heavyweight boxing and someone won KO .....just one punch |
TV/Movies / Re: 12 Myths That Movies Made Us To Believe....see Pics by HAKKINS(f): 5:35pm On Jan 24, 2017 |
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TV/Movies / Re: 12 Myths That Movies Made Us To Believe....see Pics by HAKKINS(f): 5:32pm On Jan 24, 2017 |
see more lies
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TV/Movies / Re: 12 Myths That Movies Made Us To Believe....see Pics by HAKKINS(f): 5:30pm On Jan 24, 2017 |
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TV/Movies / 12 Myths That Movies Made Us To Believe....see Pics by HAKKINS(f): 5:23pm On Jan 24, 2017 |
why have we been believing this all this while!!? 3 Likes 1 Share
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Jokes Etc / joke of the day..........most silly tribe.... by HAKKINS(f): 9:28pm On Jan 22, 2017 |
1. A Benden man who removed his shoes to enter a taxi! 2.An igbo man who carried a spanner to open a bank Account! 3.An ebira man who went to bed with a ruler just to know how long he slept! 4.A yoruba man who watched the news and waved at the news presenter! 5.A kanuri nurse who woke up a sleeping patient simply because she 4got to give him sleeping pills! 6.Fulani man who lowered the TV volume to read a text message in the phone! 7.A hausa guy who polished his shoes to take a passport photo! 8.An igala man who climbed a mango tree to check if the mango was ripe enough,then came down and started throwing stones at it. 9.An idoma lady who chose to drink Fanta becoz she thought Sprite was unripe! 10.A Tiv lady who saw something like feaces, touched it n tasted n said"Hmmm, its shit! ooo!!! thank God I have not stepped on it." 11.A calabar man who put his radio in the refrigerator bcoz he wanted to listen to Cool music! Who can win the Craziness award ? 6 hrs · Public |
Politics / Time To Decide.........vote by HAKKINS(f): 9:18pm On Jan 22, 2017 |
Pls Nigerians,lets quickly Elect a new president
before Buhari comes back.
All in favour say AYE.........!!!? 1 Like |
Jokes Etc / Things That Happen Only In Nigeria.... by HAKKINS(f): 8:57pm On Jan 22, 2017 |
In Nigeria it is a usual sight when people
unusually crowd moving trains so much that
they would have to sit on top of the train and
hang in a very dangerous way. Seeing someone use more than 4 sophisticated phones with different telecommunication Sellers of fried meat, chicken on pork hawks the delicacies on a tray uncovered and some Nigerians will still go ahead and buy them. Hawking of unknown drugs on a tray along the roadside, on a bus or in the train. Nigerians who are themselves corrupt criticize other corrupt people (Politicians) at the slightest opportunity. Politicians leave office with way more money, more properties than they came into office with or than their salaries and allowances can afford. Pharmacy in Nigeria usually don’t sell drugs alone, they also sell, tomatoes, pepper, sponge, buckets, slippers and other household items Nigerian military chief’s have bigger stomach than a pregnant woman.
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Romance / Re: 5 Things You Cannot Change........ by HAKKINS(f): 5:01pm On Jan 22, 2017 |
firstking01:mind you do u think everyone believes they are certainties |
Car Talk / See This Trending Hilarious Car A Man Owned..........+pics by HAKKINS(f): 3:35pm On Jan 22, 2017 |
yes he will fix it someday
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Romance / 5 Things You Cannot Change........ by HAKKINS(f): 3:23pm On Jan 22, 2017 |
Let's cut right to the chase: the five givens that
we all have to deal with in this world are: 1. Everything changes and ends. 2. Things do not always go according to plan. 3. Life is not fair. 4. Pain is part of life. 5. People are not loving and loyal all the time. |
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