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In a feat you wouldn't think - or hope - was possible, Chinese builders have constructed a ten-storey apartment block in just 29 hours.

While the erection of the building in the central city of Changsha has been hailed by the developers as the 'world's shortest construction period', the new residents of the apartments might be a little wary of the quick build.

Broad Group, a Chinese construction company, decided that taking the usual year or so to build a ten-storey apartment block just wasn't going to fit their time-frame, so they went for the much quicker option and built it in just over a day.

Time-lapse footage of the build shows a large group of construction workers and three cranes completing the high-rise building, which has been named the Living Building, in just 28 hours and 45 minutes.

They managed the seemingly impossible feat by assembling small self-contained modular units that had been built in advance at a factory.

The units, which were the size of shipping containers and made of stainless steel, were then transported to the building site in trucks.

In a scene reminiscent of the game Jenga, cranes were used to lift the units and stack them on top of each other as workers quickly worked to bolt them all into place.

In a clever design, as the units were stacked, one wall of each module was folded down to become a floor - and windows and balconies folded outwards to enclose the spaces.

Once the basic structure was finished, water and electricity were installed.

The video shows the completed apartment block which has been furnished and has simple white walls and wooden floors.

While some residents might fear that the quick build could mean that their upstairs neighbours could drop in on them - literally - Broad Group insist the floors are 100 times stronger than conventional floor plates as they are made from stainless steel plates.

The company also said the construction method could be used for skyscrapers and public buildings.

'It is perfectly suitable for luxury residences, 200-storey skyscrapers, and also idea for public and residential buildings,' said Broad Group.

In 2012, the group unveiled controversial plans to build a 220-storey skyscraper using modular units in just seven months.

But the construction was never completed amid safety concerns and a lack of government approval. The foundations of the building are now reportedly used as a fish farm.

Link: https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/-LaXCZmQARKUiSGxsOMvUA

I read here some comments like "to what end?, "Waste of Resources," etc., and I just shook my head.). Too many Infants on NL.
Russia is forever ready!
Without a good Defense, your good Economy means nothing - ask Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, etc. that forever rely on Uncle Sam for their Defense. Stalingrad was blockaded for 3 years by Adolf Hitler forces, and the Russians still recovered to turn it into a Victory. To have peace, you prepare for war.
Everything Russia does is from their past experiences.
The GDP of California (the World's sixth largest GDP) is bigger than that of the Russian Federation; but does that mean the Yankees can mess up with the Ruskies. No and Never - because the Ruskies are Children of War. They are forever ready. Go Russia!

It is called Humanity. We became Christians, Muslims, Buddhists, etc. only after we came to this world.
Humanity surpasses everything.
By His grace, I am a proud, sanctified, born-again Christian, but I am not the heaven's gatekeeper.
And also being a confirmed Odua`s Son, an Omoluabi to the Core, I am highly delighted that the Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland made out time to attend Prophet TBJ`s Tribute Service despite their difference in Religion.
Let the Love go round! One World, one Love.
Our beloved Prophet TBJ, RIP!

Seriously, do you expect selfish people like Senator Remi Tinubu and Co to vote against the Bill when the Former is already seeing herself as the next First Lady of Nigeria. Folks, the earlier the better you realized these people care for no one except their pockets and families. That's the kind of Representatives we have at all Levels - from Local to Federal.

I have lived in some of the coldest areas on earth, but studying for 5-7 years consecutively in the coldest part of the coldest country on earth is something else. The mere mention of the name/word “Siberia“ is scary enough.

God bless you my South East brother. Wishing you more blessings in the future. Amen.
Igbo Amaka!

Two years following the completion of Beijing Daxing International Airport, Chengdu has officially opened its own mega-airport.

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport – the second international airport in Sichuan’s capital city – started operations on Sunday morning. Chengdu is now the third city in China home to two international airports, with Beijing and Shanghai as the other two cities.

Similar to Beijing’s Daxing airport, Chengdu Tianfu is located roughly 50 kilometers away from the city center – depending on where you’re trying to go, of course.

A trip from Chengdu Tianfu to the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding is around 84 kilometers away, according to Google Maps.

According to Sichuan’s State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission, the city’s two airports will eventually be connected via Chengdu Metro Line 19 – providing a 30-minute commute.

Sunday’s official opening marked the completion of the project’s first phase, which includes the construction of three runways and two terminals that can handle up to 60 million passengers annually. China Daily reports that long-term plans for the airport terminals will cover 1.4 million square meters and handle 120 million annual passengers.

Chengdu’s two international airports should help the city become a major transportation hub, linking the PRC with Southeast Asia, Central Asia and Europe. However, this may take some time as China’s borders remain closed off to most foreign travelers, and a reduced number of international flights are currently bound for the country.

Link: https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/V9E_yR80-KBsrhOxvvJSkg

Kaduna (Castration for Men, and Removal of Fallopian Tube for Women), and Osun (Life in Prison Sentencing for Men) States are the only States that have taken action on this Rape Epidemic.
What is baffling me is what the other useless State House of Assembly Members are doing? What are they waiting for What are they capable of doing apart from sharing money. By the way, Ogun State had the most useless Governor in the South West.
Since the Law Enactments in Kaduna and Osun, there has been no single case in Kaduna, while the only case in Osun was handled speedily because there was now already a Law in place. It said that that: Where there is no Law, there is no Sin. You can't be sentencing people to 2 or 3 years in prison for taking away what they cannot give back. This is unfair and highly shameful.

Nigerians can be very gullible. The texts accompanying the Photo are Traditional Chinese Characters used only in Hong Kong and Taiwan. Yet, the OP said India and even mentioned a probable fictitious name. Where is the photo of the imaginary criminal. Don't believe half-baked stories. How did this even make it to the FP?

This is a very useful post. There is a reason why it made the Front Page. Why are people bastardizing it by replying with things as tr54 n, tym, d, 2, etc.? Has Nairaland come to this? Guys, this is not good. Personally, I find the information shared by the Poster (homeprofitmaste) very insightful. And if I don’t, I would just ignore it, not trash it as you guys above have done. Dear homeprofitmaste, bless you!

Suppliers of Cashew Kernels or their Processed Products Wanted

We are looking for Suppliers of Cashew Kernels, or their processed products (like their kernels after been fired – as in the lower one of the attached photos).
See the attached photos for reference. If you are able to supply any of these, please contact me.
Thank you.

**PS: This is not an invitation to Spammers or 419ers. If our request is not for you, save our time (and yours too) by simply ignoring this post.

Suppliers of Moringa Seeds or Related Products needed

We are looking for Suppliers of Moringa Seeds or its related products like oil, cookies,etc.
See the attached photos for reference.
Thank you.

**PS: This is not an invitation to Spammers or 419ers. If our request is not for you, save our time (and yours too) by simply ignoring this post.

@apache77:
When I saw your request, I wanted to send to you the contact information of 2 reliable China’s Suppliers that I have used in the past. You will find them useful when you arrive in China. Unfortunately, I can’t see your e-mail address anywhere here.

@Tos

In case you still haven't gotten any help on your case, it may be a good idea to contact this Shanghai-based company (www.). I have used them twice this year alone to import flash disks. During my last visit there, I met some people discussing with them about fabrics issues. They may be able to help you. From my experience, I would suggest you initially send them a mail and see what they say. It is their boss who normally responds to mails, and I guess he lives abroad. They will let you know what is possible. That should help you in making a good decision. Good luck!

Does anyone know that Pastor Kumuyi, the great man of God, the Founder of Deeper Life, attended May Flower? Does that not tell us the kind of Leaders (with great Discipline) that were brought up at the school? You all can see how Kumuyi lives compared to our many “modern” prosperity preachers, especially that bald-headed, jet-buying, pastorpreneur – the grandmaster of all con-pastors. Money doesn’t buy class.
Mama, your selfless lifestyle tells a lot about you, and you will always live in our hearts. RIP Mama Sheila!

I am by the grace of God a born-again Christian, and I am proud of it and bless the name of the Lord for it. But I simply don’t understand this madness about focusing on financial prosperity as if the Lord Jesus was crucified on Calvary for this. The (My) Lord was a Servant-King; yes, a Servant-King. These days the mind of the youths are being focused on the gift instead on the Giver, thus leading many astray. They are tired of going on the road, now they have stepped up to flying in the air. Christianity without Cross is that of eternal death. Matt 6, 21 says it all – Where your treasure is, there your heart will also be. Let them continue the acquisition of private Jets. We shall all see whom they will leave them for. Thank God, I know Whom I serve.

Look at the first sentence of the last paragraph.
“This will become more apparent to all Nigerians when the debates eventually takes place.”
Is this the best from a presidential speech writer? This guy is being paid a hefty salary from the public tax (including mine). He can’t get right a basic English Grammar. This is what Nigeria has become.