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Sports › Re: Brazil Vs Germany: World Cup 2014 Semi-final (1 - 7) On 8th July 2014 by Sanchez01(op): 2:03pm On Jul 08, 2014
Oahray: Right! Apart from Germany, Argentina is the only side remaining that hasn't had to claw it's way through a penalty shootout. Their win against Belgium (the much hyped dark horse that was supposed to slaughter Argentina) must have been very unimpressive too.

Netherlands must have greatly impressed you greatly with their penalty shootout against Costa Rica, or their diving antics against Mexico.
Quite the sarcasm please and read my previous posts, Netherlands did disappoint against Costa Rica by settling for a shoot out to decide the outcome of that match. Still, Argentina is nowhere near Netherland's level. That they did not settle for a penalty does not mean this is what is expected from the Argentinian team.
Sports › Re: Brazil Vs Germany: World Cup 2014 Semi-final (1 - 7) On 8th July 2014 by Sanchez01(op): 1:38pm On Jul 08, 2014
purplekayc: whats wrong with argentina?
They've been more like an average team right from the start. Their football has not been impressive.
Sports › Re: Brazil Vs Germany: World Cup 2014 Semi-final (1 - 7) On 8th July 2014 by Sanchez01(op): 1:32pm On Jul 08, 2014
Lordave: So Germany, Brazil and Argentina don't deserve to win it?
Brazil, yes. Germany, yes. Argentina, NO.
Sports › Re: Football Speculations/Transfer Thread by Sanchez01(op): 1:28pm On Jul 08, 2014
tuffgongjo: Bernart has joined Bayern munich from Valencia.
Thanks bro, please keep it coming
Politics › We’ve taken over Boko Haram base, says military by Sanchez01(op):
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Troops have cleared and taken over Balmo Forest in a military operation that lasted throughout the weekend, the Defence Headquarters has said.

Prior to the operation, Balmo Forest, which stretches from Bauchi through Jigawa states with links to the fringes of the Sambisa Forest, was used by terrorists as bases and hideouts for launching attacks.

A statement by the Director, Defence Information, Maj. Gen. Chris Olukolade, in Abuja on Monday, said terrorists and armed gangs operating in the forests were completely rooted out while some were captured during the operation.
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It however did not specify the number of those arrested during the operation, but said that two foreigners, suspected to be mercenaries, were among those captured.

Also recovered were several weapons and equipment including generating sets, communication equipment, vehicles, motorcycles, foodstuffs and kitchen utensils.

In another development, the military said over 44 terrorists died in Kerenoa and adjoining communities, following an encounter with troops who repelled their attack on the communities.

The military said that members of the sect armed with Improvised Explosive Devices and other high calibre weapons, had carried out a predawn attack on the communities but were overpowered by the troops.
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During the operation, several of them were captured as well as weapons and ammunition of various calibre, according to the Defence headquarters.

“Meanwhile, troops on routine patrol around Banki and Miyanti in Borno State during the weekend fought through an ambush laid by the terrorists resulting in casualties on both sides.

“Altogether, a total of six soldiers were lost in the various encounters with terrorists while those wounded are receiving treatment,” the statement added.
Source: http://www.punchng.com/news/weve-taken-over-bharam-base-says-military/
Politics › Re: Police Arrest Ekiti APC Leader, Others For Robbery by Sanchez01(op): 12:38pm On Jul 08, 2014
Now, this is serious. That moment when the APC knows the only way to act is by terrorizing people. Hands Up!!! grin
Politics › Police Arrest Ekiti APC Leader, Others For Robbery by Sanchez01(op): 12:35pm On Jul 08, 2014
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The suspects (far right, Odeyemi).

The Federal Special Anti-Robbery Squad of the Nigeria Police Force, Adeniji-Adele Street, Lagos, on Monday paraded a chief of the All Progressives Congress in Ekiti State, Itunnu Odeyemi, and eight others, saying they were notorious for snatching exotic cars in the country.

The police said Odeyemi was also an APC Local Government Area executive in Efon-Alaaye, Ekiti State.

Other members of the nine-man gang are Omoniyi Ajewole, Oluseye Jacob, Oluwadamiliare Rasaki, Ajisafe Olawale, Ogunniyi Sunday, Tolani Babatunde, Abubakar Umar, and Ayodeji Olumudi.

The Force Public Relations Officer, Mr. Frank Mba, said the suspects were arrested after a victim, who was robbed of two vehicles and other valuables on June 27, 2013 in Ile-Ife, Osun State, reported to the police. He added that the case was later transferred to the FSARS.

It was gathered that the arrest of Ajewole, a 28-year-old man from Ilesha, Osun State, had led to the arrest of other members of the gang which included Odeyemi, who Ajewole also claimed was his political godfather.

While speaking with journalists, Odeyemi denied being a member of the gang. He said he provided Ajewole with a locally-made gun, which the police have recovered, to protect him during the period of the recently concluded governorship election in Ekiti State.

He said, “Omoniyi (Ajewole) is my political thug. I brought him to my place and gave him a gun to secure me. I have never participated in any robbery operation, but he used to escort me with the gun. Having an escort was part of the gains of being a political leader. All APC leaders were working for the government during the election.

“Every political party, including ours has factions. That was why I gave him the gun, so that he could always protect me wherever I went. I also told him to be with me, particularly as the Ekiti election was approaching then. I had seen the gun on the ground during the 2007 elections violence in the state and had kept it.”

Ajewole, who was first caught by the police, confessed during interrogation that he had been working as a political thug for the APC chieftain.

He said, “He had given me the gun to use in protecting him during campaign violence. But I had not yet used the gun before I was arrested in September 2013. I am not a robber. I prefer to be called a political thug. I was the only one the honourable (Odeyemi) gave the gun, and he also paid me salary.”

Our correspondent learnt that after the arrest of the gang, the FSARS were able to recover 17 stolen cars in different parts of the country, most of which were Toyota and Honda brands. Three assorted guns were also recovered from them.

Mba said the suspects would soon be arraigned in court.

He said, “This is a case that started on June 27, 2013 when a Nigerian was robbed of two vehicles and other valuables and he reported the incident to the police. This arrest is one of the achievements of the FSARS. It led to the arrest of nine suspects who were clearly linked with not just the armed robbery reported, but a series of such in the country.

“An interesting aspect of the arrest is that Ajewole confessed to the police that he was not an armed robber, but also a political thug working for Odeyemi Itunnu from Efon Alaaye, Ekiti State. We want to warn politicians to steer clear of actions that are capable of posing a threat to the security of the country.”
Source: http://www.punchng.com/news/police-arrest-ekiti-apc-leader-others-for-robbery/
Sports › Re: Football Speculations/Transfer Thread by Sanchez01(op): 11:48am On Jul 08, 2014
Alexis Sanchez off to Arsenal?

The Sanchez saga has taken another twist. According to the Metro, Alexis Sanchez has rejected last-ditch bids from Juventus and AC Milan and is on his way to London to join Arsenal. The Daily Express also reports that Juve have pulled out of the race and the Barcelona man is edging closer to a move to the Emirates Stadium. Excited yet, Arsenal fans?
Sports › Football Speculations/Transfer Thread by Sanchez01(op):
ASHLEY COLE JOINS ROMA

AS Roma
Thanks, @chelseafc. We hope that @TheRealAC3 can play his part - just as he did in London - in taking Roma to the top
Please folks, let's contribute to the thread cool

Politics › Re: Mr. Ogbeni Is Calling Workers "Olori Buruku by Sanchez01(m): 11:25am On Jul 08, 2014
PAGAN9JA: [size=18pt]OP YOU ARE A BIG FOOL !

WHAT IS WRONG WITH ISESE FESTIVAL??!!!

THANKS THANK THE GODS gODS FOR OGBENI THAT HE HAS RECOGNIZED THE RIGHTS OF US PAGANS!

WE DESERVE THE PUBLIC HOLIDAY!

WE DESERVE MORE INFACT THAN CHRISTMAS/RAMADAN HOLIDAYS.


NIGERIA WAS A PAGAN NATION![/size]
True, Nigeria WAS a Pagan Nation, long before now, that is. The stone age called for the use of stones in making objects and hunting tools. Evolution has come into play and the stone age evolved overtime into what we have as the modern/jet age. Imagine a fellow advocating for the stone age because we once used their means; does it still imply that we are in that era. Nothing is wrong that Aregbe marked Isese day; as a matter of fact, a decent and upright individual MUST recognize, acknowledge and respect other people's religions, as well as their views.

Once upon a time, we worshipped woods and stones that we could not associate with; it has however evolved overtime and the craze of alluding worship to spoons and plates are irrelevant in this modern times. Moreso, the gods you claim all feasted on human blood in ancient times the moment clueless herbalists diagnose ignoramuses for 'unknown' ailments known in this modern time as 'malaria'. Nothing prevents Aregbe from recognizing tradition and proclaiming its holidays...

You are NOT a Pagan because you belong to the Traditional class...

NB: Stop claiming you are a PAGAN. According to Encarta, a Pagan is an OFFENSIVE term that deliberately INSULTS somebody's NON-BELIEF in RELIGION, WAY OF LIFE, OR DEGREE OF KNOWLEDGE.
Politics › Re: Mr. Ogbeni Is Calling Workers "Olori Buruku by Sanchez01(m): 8:24am On Jul 08, 2014
Out of my 4 years stay in Ife, all thanks to my sojourn at the Obafemi Awolowo University, I witnessed, for 3 years, how Omisore used touts to maim and destroy in Ife. Moreso, how he empowered them with guns. Some thugs went as far as planting the guns in sacks of rice in my compound. He bought bikes for some of his thugs and cars for the A-ranked ones. Aregbe did make life more meaningful for people in Osun compared to Oyinlola, who only gave students 'eruku Oshodi' Oyin choco powder. I am not saying Aregbe is a saint but if there is anyone who is to oust Aregbe, it's certainly not the killer goon called Omisore. OP, don't come here acting like the person you're dying for has a 50% clean record. Omisore will not and never will be the answer to Osun's politics. I wasn't told these things; I witnessed them.

I'm neither inclined to the APC nor to the PDP nor any other political party. They are all the same. Enough said.
Culture › Re: Man Killed In Benin While Testing Charms’ Efficacy by Sanchez01(m): 7:53am On Jul 08, 2014
chiefkpokp: can u help me unlock my huawei phone, please let me, I will handsomely reward u.
I believe I can help you with that.
Sports › Re: Brazil Vs Germany: World Cup 2014 Semi-final (1 - 7) On 8th July 2014 by Sanchez01(op): 7:50am On Jul 08, 2014
oluwabelly: make I giv u 250 na
You're wicked!!!cheesy
Celebrities › Re: 3 Men Chased By Police Get Crushed To Death By BRT Bus In Lagos (see Photo) by Sanchez01(m): 5:04pm On Jul 07, 2014
Nigerian Policehuh RIP to the dead
Health › Ebola: Ghana Reports Suspected Case by Sanchez01(op): 1:44pm On Jul 07, 2014
Ghana is treating a suspected case of the deadly Ebola virus, the health ministry said.

The virus has so far killed more than 460 people since it broke out in Guinea in February and spread to neighbouring Liberia and Sierra Leone.

It is the world’s deadliest outbreak to date and there is no vaccine or cure for Ebola.

The ministry said that it had put in place “precautionary measures” and that people should stay calm.

The case was recorded at the Nyaho Clinic in the capital, Accra, the health ministry said in a statement.

The patient and staff at the clinic have been quarantined and provided with protective clothing, it said.

The clinic was awaiting the results of blood tests to see whether the patient really had Ebola, the statement said.

“We will like to assure the general public that we have everything under control,” Tony Goodman, the health ministry’s public relations officer, said.

In April, Ghana’s health authorities said a girl suspected to have Ebola had tested negative.

Ebola spreads through contact with an infected person’s bodily fluids and kills up to 90% of those infected.

The health ministers of 11 West African states met in Accra last week promising to work more closely together to combat the outbreak.

So far, 759 people have been infected with the virus in Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone.

Most of the 467 deaths have been centred in the southern Guekedou region of Guinea, where the outbreak was first reported.

But health officials say the region’s porous borders have allowed infected people to carry the disease into other countries.
Source: http://www.punchng.com/news/ebola-outbreak-ghana-reports-suspected-case/
Sports › Re: Brazil Vs Germany: World Cup 2014 Semi-final (1 - 7) On 8th July 2014 by Sanchez01(op): 1:39pm On Jul 07, 2014
portable86: i want holland to win this world cup,cos of van persie.
wiaz that thing that predicts scores?
cme n tell me my persie will win
I guess the thing you're referring thing is 'Cortana'. Trust me, Germany has more advantage and a better shot at this World Cup than Netherlands. RVP won't play alone and pray that the Netherlands scale through against Argentina first.
Culture › Re: Man Killed In Benin While Testing Charms’ Efficacy by Sanchez01(m): 1:36pm On Jul 07, 2014
Moral of the story: Africa has no insurance. It would have been a different story if it was a foreign insurance; a bullet proof vest, I mean.
Sports › Re: Brazil Vs Germany: World Cup 2014 Semi-final (1 - 7) On 8th July 2014 by Sanchez01(op): 11:53am On Jul 07, 2014
olaxco2f: This world cup na Netherland get am no doubt please!
With that rubbish they played against Costa Ricahuh
Sports › Re: Brazil Vs Germany: World Cup 2014 Semi-final (1 - 7) On 8th July 2014 by Sanchez01(op): 11:51am On Jul 07, 2014
miteolu: I must win McDonald's FIFA World cup
I'll pray along with you, don't worry cheesy cheesy
Politics › Re: 2015: I’ll Run For Presidency, Says Balewa’s Son by Sanchez01(op): 10:06pm On Jul 06, 2014
Where's Abacha's son and Babaginda's? Time to recycle! These people must think Nigeria is their parents' properties angry angry
Politics › 2015: I’ll Run For Presidency, Says Balewa’s Son by Sanchez01(op): 10:02pm On Jul 06, 2014
The son of Nigeria’s First Republic Prime Minister, Dr. Abdul Jelil Tafawa Balewa, has declared his intention to contest the 2015 presidential election.

According to him, having consulted widely, he was convinced that Nigerians had been yearning for a new leadership capable of fulfilling the high expectations and aspirations of the greater majority in the country.

Speaking with journalists on Sunday in Abuja, the Medical Doctor said with the right political party, he was fully prepared.

While attributing his presidential ambition to the prompting of those he described as “well-meaning elder statesmen from across the geo-political zones of Nigeria”, Balewa said was more prepared to take up the challenge.

He said, “My entry into politics would add some values to the Nigerian democracy given the finesse, candour and pragmatism, which I will be infusing into the system based on experiences.

“My closeness with President Goodluck Jonathan has made my attempt to lead Nigeria more interesting. However, my ambition is not a do or die affair. Jonathan is a pragmatic politician who has always welcomed free and fair contest.”

Balewa has however decided to in the meantime, keep silent on the political party “for strategic reasons”

He said, “Some political parties have been talking to me. I have more than two of the parties including the major ones showing interest. It would be unfair for me to start dropping names, more so when consultations were still ongoing on the next line of action.”

Balewa’s son said although he had spent a long period of time in the US and Britain in quest for knowledge, nonetheless, he had been paying his dues in the local politics of Nigeria.

He said with his wealth of experience in politics he had in the past contributed to successes of some public office holders both at the state and federal levels.

When asked whether he had the financial muscle to contest the presidential election, Balewa who said he had “never been a pauper” insisted that good Nigerians would support him.

He said, “We place too much emphasis on money in this country and that is why our politics appears repressed and clumsy.

“I have never been a pauper; all the same, we have people who are deeply committed to my cause and ready to see me through.

“I am not going to let the cat out of the bag yet. I have my game plans to beat this emphasis on huge money to buy votes. I am going to do things differently and God will help me.”
Source: http://www.punchng.com/news/2015-ill-run-for-presidency-says-balewas-son/
Celebrities › Re: Meet Superman Look-alike After Several Surgeries by Sanchez01(op): 9:54pm On Jul 06, 2014
jairusben: Nawaooo.. Dis 2012 news na u dey cum tel us 4 2014
True, but I find it puzzling and truth be told, I just knew about it today cheesy cheesy
Celebrities › Re: Meet Superman Look-alike After Several Surgeries by Sanchez01(op): 9:52pm On Jul 06, 2014
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Youngster: Herbert Chavez pictured before he had received any plastic surgery

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Real identity: Mr Chavez shows off what he would look like as Clark Kent before getting changed

Mr Chavez said: 'I am single but also inspired to find another person to share my passion with.'
But they will have to put up with his huge collection of Superman memorabilia - built up over decades worth of obsession.
In June 2013 Guinness recognised Mr Chavez for having the largest collection of Superman memorabilia with 1,253 items - ranging from life-size dolls, to posters and rings worth thousands of pounds.
But he says his collection is actually closer to 5,000 items and plans to increase it to around 10,000 pieces - and has even moved home in order to accommodate the influx of comic book clutter.
Now famous across his native country thanks to numerous TV appearances, Mr Chavez's friends and family are supportive of his unusual hobby.
Him mum Linda said: 'I remember when he was a kid, he was already fond of Superman figures. He would be very happy when I bought him shirts with Superman pictures on them.
'At school they held drawing competitions, and he would always draw Superman pictures.
'As parents we are happy because though he is small, he has become the Filipino Superman. He has become well known in our community - he has become people's idol.'
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Celebrities › Meet Superman Look-alike After Several Surgeries by Sanchez01(op): 9:48pm On Jul 06, 2014
Addiction on a whole new level shocked shocked

When Clark Kent wanted to transform into Superman, it was a fairly simple task. He would step into a phone box, spin around and the switch would be complete. But Herbert Chavez's change into the comic book hero has taken a bit longer - through 16 years of plastic surgery.
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Is it a bird? Herbert Chavez in his full Superman regalia, showing off years of gruelling plastic surgery

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Change: Herbert Chavez underwent 19 surgeries over 16 years to look like Clark Kent. Here is how he changed between 1995 and 2012

The 35-year-old, from Calamba City, Philippines, has had nose jobs, skin whitening, lip liposuction, jaw realignment, pec implants and even abdominal implants to become a real-life Clarke Kent
after falling in love with the TV programme aged five.
He has splashed around 300,000 Pesos (£4,400) on his obsession - a fortune compared to the average 90p hourly wage in the Philippines.

Mr Chavez regularly takes to the streets around his home dressed in full Superman regalia, with his hair gelled in distinctive curly fashion.
He aims to teach kids good morals while also brightening their days.

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Hero: Herbert Chavez, 35, strikes a pose which would make his idol, Clark Kent, proud


He said: 'I feel like a Superhero whenever I pull on the costume, but my mission is not to save the world but to help in my own small way and bring a smile to the faces of local children.
'I don't have any regrets at all. People come up to me in the street all the time and want their picture taken with me.
'They are all really excited to see a real-life Superman in the Philippines.'

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New identity: A before and after shot comparing what Mr Chavez looked like before the operations compared to his transformation after 19 procedures

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Good morals: Mr Chavez striking a pose in front of school children who he hopes look up to him as their very own hero

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Avid fan: In June 2013 Guinness recognised Herbert for having the largest collection of Superman memorabilia with 1,253 items

But his distinctive look has not come easily, with Herbert going under the knife repeatedly to copy every last feature of the super hero he worships - right down to his chiselled chin.
And Mr Chavez admits it is tasking trying to keep up with such a 'perfect' person.
He added: 'If you talk about super heroes, the expectation of people is that they are flawless, they do not get hurt, they do not die.


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Powerful pose: Mr Chavez stands in front of a collage of Superman artwork with rays of light beaming from behind him


'But as human beings, we can only copy their looks. Especially as a Filipino, I have very Asian features and did not look like the caucasian Superman.
'So when I was able to save enough money to alter my features, I chose to copy those of Superman.
'It is hard living up to people's expectations as a living superhero. That is the reason I have had so many surgeries because I undergo maintenance procedures that need performing.
'For example, my cleft chin is formed of hydrogel, but it does not always appear balanced. The more dehydrated you get the smaller it gets, so you have to keep adding to it.
'I am such a good customer of my surgeon, Tito Garcia, he does all the work for free as part of a part-exchange deal.
'I help publicise his practice in return.'
Herbert now plans to keep improving his look with more operations to make him taller and surgery to beef up his abdomen and bum.
But he acknowledges that there may be a day when he has to halt the extensive surgeries.
Mr Chavez said: 'I totally don't have any regrets. What is there for me to regret? Everything that has happened in my life has been positive and because of Superman.
'When my body says it can not endure it anymore or when my doctor says that my body can not handle it because of age, then I will stop.'
Single Mr Chavez creates his own Superman costumes, T-shirts and clothing from scratch at his dress making shop.
And the 35-year-old, who has featured on Billboards in his native country, says he hopes to one day meet a partner who can share his love of Superman.

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Look-a-likes: Herbert Chavez (right) has spent almost 20 years trying to look like Clark Kent, who was played by British actor Henry Cavill (left) in the latest version of the film


Source: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2415416/Herbert-Chavez-Superman-fan-19-surgeries-30-years-look-like-comic-book-hero.html
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Sports › The Funniest And Cleverest Fans' Banners Of Brazil 2014 by Sanchez01(op): 9:07pm On Jul 06, 2014
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Technology Market › What You Must Know About Cortana: The New Octopus Paul by Sanchez01(op): 2:51pm On Jul 05, 2014
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Microsoft Cortana is an intelligent personal assistant on the Windows Phone 8.1 operating system available on an opt-in basis. Its name comes from Cortana, the artificial intelligence character in the Halo series, with Jen Taylor, the character's voice actress, returning to voice the personal assistant.
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Microsoft Cortana

Cortana was demonstrated for the first time by Microsoft corporate vice president Joe Belfiore at the Microsoft BUILD Developer Conference (April 2-4, 2014) in San Francisco. It has been launched as a key ingredient of Microsoft's planned "makeover" of the future operating systems for Windows Phone, Windows, as well as Xbox One. It is currently available to all users of Windows Phone 8.1 in the United States as a beta, and will eventually roll out to all WP8.1 users worldwide in late 2014 and early 2015.

Features
Cortana's features include being able to set reminders, recognize natural voice without the user having to input a predefined series of commands, and answer questions using information from Bing (like current weather and traffic conditions, sports scores, and biographies). Windows 8.1's universal Bing SmartSearch features are incorporated into Cortana, which replaces the previous Bing Search app which is activated when a user presses the "Search" button on their device.
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Cortana, Microsoft's digital assistant, has successfully predicted the outcome of every match of this year's World Cup elimination round.

This means Cortana is on track to correctly predict more World Cup wins than Paul the Octopus. The supposedly psychic sea creature, who died in 2010, became a worldwide sensation when he predicted the winning team in eight of the 2010 tournament's matches — including the final.

Paul the Octopus correctly predicted the outcomes of seven World Cup matches his home country of Germany played during the 2010 World Cup, as well as Spain's victory over the Netherlands in the final match. Sadly, Paul died soon after the 2010 tournament concluded.

Cortana will ship with Microsoft's upcoming Windows Phone 8.1 update, slated for later this month. Until then, you can keep tabs on Cortana's predictions over at Bing.

Cortana is indeed the future of technology. She gives weather information, helps Windows users plan their schedules and so on.
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Sources: http://mashable.com/2014/07/02/cortana-world-cup/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microsoft_Cortana
Politics › Re: UK Jihadists’ Assets Frozen By Treasury by Sanchez01(op): 10:17am On Jul 05, 2014
UK sure knows how to punish and cripple terrorists; I wish Nigeria could learn this and cripple the finances of the insurgency.
Politics › UK Jihadists’ Assets Frozen By Treasury by Sanchez01(op): 10:16am On Jul 05, 2014
Two men from Cardiff who are believed to have joined a Jihadists group in Syria have had their assets frozen by the UK government.

Nasser Muthana and Reyaad Khan, both 20, are on a list of people facing Treasury sanctions.

A third man from Aberdeen, Ruhul Amin, has also been named on the list.

Mr Muthana’s brother Aseel, 17, is also understood to be in Syria. In an online conversation he told BBC Wales he is willing to die for the cause.

Mr Muthana and Reyaad Khan appeared in an online video filmed in Syria apparently urging Muslims to join Isis (Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant).

On Thursday a man claiming to be Nasser Muthana posted pictures of home-made bombs on a social media account.

It showed around 15 home-made bombs packed inside metal containers with the message: “So the UK is afraid I come back with the skills I’ve gained”.

The brothers’ father Ahmed Muthana, 57, has said he wants his children to come home even if they are imprisoned on their return.

He told BBC Wales he was “heartbroken” to see his son involved in a Jihadist recruitment video and later claimed police had failed to win the trust of Welsh Muslims.

That was denied by the head of Wales’ counter-terrorism unit South Wales Police Assistant Chief Constable Nikki Holland.

She said police could not monitor everybody, but said she did not think Cardiff had any greater problem than anywhere else in the UK.

Meanwhile, a teenager arrested on suspicion of terrorism offences, which police said may be linked with the Cardiff Jihadists, has been bailed.

South Wales Police said the 18-year-old man from Grangetown had been questioned over claims of assisting in the preparation of an act of terrorism.
Source: http://www.punchng.com/news/uk-jihadists-assets-frozen-by-treasury/
Politics › Re: Nairalander Attacked Fasola's Aide 'Lateef Raji' And Aregbesola's SSA [TWEET] by Sanchez01(m): 7:45am On Jul 05, 2014
dustydee: @OP,
did you notice how quick you were to insult the man? there are better ways to make your point without resorting to insults and violence which is something a lot of Africans need to learn.
The OP was never interested in putting up an argument, rather he planned on insulting them for no just cause. I stayed in Osun for four straight years, in Ife, to be precise and I noticed loopholes. He so did wrong by lashing out at them. I'm a fan of constructive arguments and it was obvious the I am_FK wanted such, but the OP did not make himself available. One of the negative effects of the internet and social media; it takes away one's sense of good reasoning and judgement.
Politics › Re: Nairalander Attacked Fasola's Aide 'Lateef Raji' And Aregbesola's SSA [TWEET] by Sanchez01(m): 7:25am On Jul 05, 2014
thisisayus: I don't belong to any political party, non of them is worth it! That's y I feel sorry for e-warriors most times. So why should I sing any politician praises?
They are wicked!
I wish seun will let people understand this through his forum
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We keep repeating the same thing yet we expect different results. Now I know why Nigeria is so backward. You don't have good roads, you don't have water supply, you don't have constant electric supply, you don't have standard schools, your lives are not secure, unemployment rate is 90%, and lo and behold, here they are singing the praises of those who brought the woes upon them.

Sorry, I thought you aint comfortable with the position so I tot we can fight this corrupt politicians together but I was wrong.
BTW, are these not the saboteurs clamouring for a revolution? When you can't even be violent in your approach to those wicked politicians online? E sheyshey bere.
Guess only 5% of my clan exist in Nigeria.
They deserve all the name calling.
Interesting! For the first time, I have found someone who reason like me. No politician is worth it. The e-rats rant like broken records and claim some mumu ideology. I'm following you ASAP, be sure to follow back ocheesy.

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