Massive Killer "Eearthquakes" Expected In 2016

Massive Killer 'Mega Earthquakes' Expected In 2016

Massive earthquakes with a magnitude of 8.2 or greater on the Richter scale could tear through the Himalayas - affecting millions. The region is already reeling from a powerful quake on Monday. Recent earthquakes in the region - Manipur 6.7 (Jan 2016), Nepal 7.3 (May 2015) and Sikkim 6.9 (2011) - have re-ruptured the plates that had already developed cracks during previous seismic activity. This has led to conditions which might trigger multiple powerful earthquakes.

National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM) has warned of enhanced risk around the "ring of fire garlanding the entire of northern India, especially the mountains". Speaking to the Times of India, National Institute of Disaster Management director Santosh Kumar predicted a disaster of bigger magnitude, saying there is a "ring of fire garlanding the entire north India especially the mountains".

Roger Bilham, the seismologist of the University of Colorado, said: "The current conditions might trigger at least four earthquakes greater than 8.0 in magnitude. "And if they delay, the strain accumulated during the centuries provokes more catastrophic mega earthquakes."

A powerful earthquake struck northeast India and Bangladesh on Monday, killing at least 11 people and injuring nearly 200, with efforts to reach remote areas where people may be trapped hampered by severed power lines and telecommunication links. The U.S. Geological Survey said the 6.8 magnitude quake was 35 miles deep and struck 18 miles west of Imphal, capital of India's Manipur state, which borders Myanmar.

The pre-dawn quake killed six people in India and five in neighbouring Bangladesh, officials said, while shockwaves were felt in the Himalayan nation of Nepal and as far away as the Myanmar city of Yangon, about 730 miles to the south.

Sex Robots Could Be "Biggest Trend" Of 2016 As More Lonely Humans Seek Mechanical Companiob

Sex Robots Could Be 'Biggest Trend Of 2016' As More Lonely Humans Seek Mechanical Companions

It might sound like the plot of a 1980s sci-fi film - but sex robots may actually be the biggest tech trend of 2016.

The popularity of the artificially human machines has grown directly in tandem with their realism.

And not only will people be having intimate relations with them - they may even fall in love with them too.

Dr Helen Driscoll, a leading authority on the psychology of sex and relationships, said 'sex tech' was already advancing at a fast pace.

Dr Driscoll, from the University of Sunderland says that robotic, interactive, motion-sensing technology is likely to become more and more central to the sex industry in the next few years.

"We tend to think about issues such as virtual reality and robotic sex within the context of current norms.

"But if we think back to the social norms about sex that existed just 100 years ago, it is obvious that they have changed rapidly and radically.

Robophilia may be alien now, but could be normal in the near future as attitudes evolve with technology.

"As virtual reality becomes more realistic and immersive and is able to mimic and even improve on the experience of sex with a human partner; it is conceivable that some will choose this in preference to sex with a less than perfect human being."

Dr Driscoll adds: "People may also begin to fall in love with their virtual reality partners."

It's not a new prediction, but the technology has improved at a quicker rate than may have been expected.

Back in 2007, artificial intelligence researcher David Levy from the University of Maastricht told LiveScience that people could be marrying robots - and consummating their vows - by 2050.

Although it might not appeal at first, he said, "once you have a story like 'I had sex with a robot, and it was great!' appear someplace like Cosmo magazine, I'd expect many people to jump on the bandwagon."

In his PhD thesis, Intimate Relationships with Artificial Partners, Levy stated that the more human-like robots become in terms of personality, function and appearance, the more likely they are to form romantic partners for real people.

"It may sound a little weird, but it isn't.

"Love and sex with robots are inevitable."

Dr Ian Pearson even wrote in a report produced for online sex shop Bondara: “Brothels and strip clubs will soon include robots and they will be a specific fetish for some people, as well as a potentially cheaper replacement for real-life interaction

Odu Na Izuoha Agog For Aku Ruo Ulo Initiation

Odu Na Izuoha Agog For Aku Ruo Ulo Initiation

The small community of Odu Na Izouha on Saturday, January 2, 2016 came alive as over 70 young men who have come of age were initiated into manhood in a grand ceremony tagged Iwa Akwa. The event which witnessed a large turn-out of relations, friends and well-wishers of the initiatees, was incredibly colourful as long-flowing wrappers were twined around each of the young men as a symbol of attaining the age of responsibility whereby they should no longer go about nude like little kids.

Adressing the newly initiated men who are members of Aku Ruo Ulo No. 14 Age grade, the chairman of the occasion, Professor Zephrinus Njoku, admonished them to be of good behavior and responsible ambassadors of Odu Na Izuoha in particular and Nigeria in general.

Iwa Akwa is a tradition indigenous to many of the communities in Ahiazu-Mbaise LGA, Obowo, Mbano and their environs. For Odu Na Izuoha Autonomous Community in Ahiazu Mbaise LGA of Imo State, the ceremony was first staged by Uzodimma No. 8 Age Grade in the early 1980’S and has since gone from one age grade to another periodically.

Apart from becoming men who can be trusted with responsibility of ensuring that their community is well administered, the Iwa Akwa event symbolizes the assignment of significant role position to those initiated into manhood in the community.

  

Ekweremadu's A Good Example For Nigerian Politicians - Saraki

Ekweremadu’s a good example for Nigerian politicians

—Saraki

President of the Senate, Senator Bukola Saraki has described his Deputy, Senator Ike Ekweremadu, as a perfect example for Nigerian politicians, saying that he has no regret working with him, reports Vanguard.

Senator Saraki spoke as Senator Ekweremadu described his re-emergence as Senator and Deputy President of the Senate as an act of God.

The two spoke at a civic reception at the country home of Senator Ekweremadu, in Mpu, Enugu State, shortly after a special thanksgiving service, where Ekweremadu rededicated himself to service to Nigeria and mankind.

Senator Saraki in his address, described Senator Ekweremadu as a man, who every Nigerian politician should look forward to working with.

He said: “For we politicians, it is always better to get close to know somebody because in our meetings in the 7th Senate, myself  and him were far apart, but in this current Senate, I am the first person to tell a few people that Senator Ekweremadu is a perfect gentleman. You are a perfect gentleman and I repeat that many times and you are a good example for we politicians.

“He is the type of Nigerians that we will want to continue to serve because he only sees things for the good of Nigeria. I am grateful to be working with you and I will continue to assure you that we will continue to work closely for the interest of this great country.”

Earlier at the special thanksgiving service by his family, Ekweremadu recalled his journey back to the Senate, saying, “about two years ago, nobody would have believed that we will be here talking about Ike Ekweremadu being a Senator again, let alone being the Deputy President of the Senate. But, by the grace of God, I am today not only the Senator representing Enugu West, but also the Deputy President of the Senate.

“We went through very tumultuous primaries that almost divided our state along the line, but we thank God that today Enugu is united and peaceful.

“After the elections, PDP lost control of the National Assembly and many people thought we were finished, but we went into political engineering and I want to thank my colleagues for that long night. We decided that when we got to the chamber in the morning, we were going to perform wonders and when the time came for the inauguration of the Senate, I was re-elected Deputy President of the Senate. It was the will of God.”

Removing Rhodes' Statue Would Be Folly, Says De Klerk

Former South African President FW De Klerk has criticised a campaign to remove a statue of Cecil Rhodes at Oxford University's Oriel College.

Mr De Klerk said South Africa's white Afrikaner population had many reasons to dislike Rhodes but "never thought of removing his name from our history".

Campaigners say the statue venerates the 19th Century colonialist and the values he stood for.

Former Australian PM Tony Abbott has also said the statue should stay.

Mr Abbott, a Rhodes Scholar, said removing the statue would "substitute moral vanity for fair-minded enquiry".

Upon his death, Cecil Rhodes, who attended Oriel College, left a legacy which has funded the university's prestigious Rhodes Scholarships - postgraduate awards for non-British students.

Mr De Klerk, in a letter to the Times newspaper, said that "for better or worse", Rhodes had made an impact on history, which included the positive contribution of his scholarship scheme.

"If the political correctness of today were applied consistently, very few of Oxford's great figures would pass scrutiny," he said.

He pointed out that Rhodes had been "the architect of the Anglo-Boer War that had a disastrous impact on our people, yet the National Party government never thought of removing his name from our history".

Africa’s Biggest Street Party Ends In Grand Style

The grand finale of the Calabar Carnival has held with amazing colours, dance moves, and the most colourful and creative costumes in the Africa.

The carnival which is reputed to be Africa’s biggest street party is an annual event and this year’s carnival is the 11th edition. It is themed ‘Climate Change’.

One major feature of the event is the massive presence of celebrities from different parts of Nigeria who most times belong to one of the bands on display at the carnival. Notable faces seen at the party included Francis Odega, Patience Ozokwor, Joseph Benjamin, and Kenneth Okonkwo.

Bands this year included the regulars and two new entrants. They include, Masta Blasta, Bayside, Freedom Band, Passion 4, and Seagulls, with Ayade’s Band, and Brazilian samba group the Vai Vai Band, adding an international twist.

The 12 kilometers carnival walk commenced from Mary Slessor road, through IBB way, Marian road, MCC way, Calabar highway and terminated at the U.J Esuene Stadium.

Security on the day was top-notch, as operatives from the Police, Civil Defence, Army, Navy and Immigration were stationed at strategic points along the route to ensure crisis free carnival.

K-Solo Unleashes "Everyday",Yayi Goes Viral

K.Solo Unleashes Everyday, as Yayi goes viral

Hit-making singer and producer extraordinaire, Solomon Oyeniyi, popularly known as K-Solo, has dropped a new anthem ‘Everyday‘featuring Kennis Music Pop Star JoeEl.

The multi-award winning artiste and producer dropped the single on Thursday, 24th December, which coincidentially is his birthday as well as that of his mother.

Earlier in the year, the video of his much talked about hit- Yayi, featuring CDQ went viral.

The ace producer said ‘EVERYDAY’ is a melodious tune inspired by the ‘hustle and bustle’ involved in man’s daily life.

“I am happy that 2015 started with ‘JAFUNMI’ featuring Ruggedman to the Street Banger ‘YAYI’ featuring CDQ. And now I am rounding off the year with ‘EVERYDAY’ Featuring Kennis Music Pop Star JoeEl. It is a great year but 2016 will be better by God’s grace,” he said.