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Burbank election candidates continued to beef up their campaign coffers during the last reporting period, which spanned through Feb. 9, just as ballots for Tuesday's primary began to arrive in Burbank homes.
Candidate Bob Frutos continued to lead fundraising efforts among the six vying for a seat on the City Council, having amassed $5,182 between Jan. 13 and Feb. 9, records show.
Incumbents Jess Talamantes and David Gordon followed closely behind him, having each raised nearly $3,900 over the same period.
Frutos collected $4,443 from 32 sources, boosting his total since the campaign started to $12,981, which includes a $4,200 loan from himself. The candidate's supporters include Councilman Gary Bric, who also donated to candidate David Nos, and the Glendale Burbank Republican Assembly.
“All I've been doing is just reaching out to all the neighbors, door to door, having conversations about our city,” Frutos said. “I think what people see in me is a very humble individual, very sincere.”
Talamantes collected $3,875 from 21 sources, including $250 from Scott Scozzola, director of golf at DeBell Golf Course, and $250 from the Ontario-based California Credit Union League Political Action Committee.
Gordon culled $3,855 from 22 sources, including Civil Service Board member Jacqueline Waltman, who donated $250, and also contributed to Frutos' campaign. To date, he has collected $10,292, including a $3,000 loan to himself.
Incumbent Dave Golonski raised $3,413, boosting his total to $6,898. Among Golonski's financial supporters are Interim City Treasurer Debbie Kukta, who donated $49 to the campaign, and Colony Theatre Artistic Director Barbara Beckley, who donated $50.
Candidate David Nos raised $2,853 from 20 sources, including Bric, who contributed $200 to the campaign. To date, Nos has raised $3,054.
Juan Guillen, who filed his expenditure report a day late, collected $1,800 in contributions from 21 sources. His supporters include former Councilman Tim Murphy and city clerk candidate Gloria Salas, who both donated $100.
“At the end of the day, whether I win, lose or draw, I'm still going to be volunteering and serving our community however I can,” Guillen said.
Interim City Clerk Zizette Mullins raised more than five times the amount of her challengers, having added $7,383 to her campaign coffers this period, her report shows.
Among the 32 who boosted her campaign fund this period are Kukta, Glendale Mayor Frank Quintero and Councilwoman Laura Friedman, and Burbank Unified school board candidate Armond Aghakhanian.
Candidate Gloria Salas raised $1,450 from 14 sources, including former Councilwoman Mary Lou Howard.
Nonna von Sonn collected $1,350 from 17 sources — all but one of which are Burbank-affiliated.
Meanwhile, in the race for two seats on the Burbank Unified school board, five candidates have collectively raised nearly $35,000 to date.
For the most recent filing period, Armond Aghakhanian led the way, raising $2,900 from more than 20 contributors and $354 more in contributions of less than $100.
Steve Ferguson raised $939, with $700 coming from four contributors.
Charlene Tabet raised $100 from a single contributor, Burbank resident and real estate broker Bradley Korb, records show.
Incumbent Larry Applebaum raised $350 from two contributors during the reporting period, including former Burbank Mayor Marsha Ramos, who had previously contributed to Ferguson's campaign.
David Dobson raised $425 from four contributors, including $75 from Larry Nemecek, president of the Burbank Democratic Club.
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It’s hard to climb out of an abyss in which you’ve predicted that the Dow Jones Industrial Average would hit 36,000 — only to see it crash twice and get pinned to the mat for years. James Glassman was one of the many bubbly U.S. stock cheerleaders who recommended stocks for the long term at the wrong time.
As most any stock investor will tell you, the last decade for U.S. stocks has been pretty dismal with the dot-com bust, 9/11 and the 2008 meltdown buffeting investors at every turn.
Yet Glassman has made an effort to redeem himself with his latest book Safety Net: The Strategy for De-Risking Your Investments in a Time of Turbulence.
Co-authored with Kevin Hassett of Dow 36,000 at the height of the tech-lemming era, I would have thought that Glassman would have laid low in a bunker with gold, U.S. Treasury Bonds and canned goods for while. It seems that Glassman has seen the light, though, and is preaching some sound advice for a more tumultuous time.
“Yes, stocks bounced up and down,” Glassman writes of his former views on stocks, “but your job as an investor was to hang on and collect your reward for perseverance at the end. I advocated the same strategy of heavy and diversified U.S. equity holdings that most sensible advisors espoused — but with an extra dollop of optimism. And I was wrong.”
So what happened to U.S. stocks for the long run? Not a good idea in the wake of the worst 10-year period of the stock market when accounting for inflation (through 2009), Glassman notes. Now it’s time for a “margin of safety.”
While this strategy would have been great advice more than a decade ago, Glassman’s new religion is asset protection (mine, too, although for me it’s an old faith). Ironically enough, Glassman had to reach back to legendary value investor Ben Graham (and mentor of Warren Buffett) to arrive at his new safety mantra.
Glassman’s safe harbor strategy is designed to “protect you against the Category 5 hurricanes of the financial kind.” Forget about living long enough to bounce back from stock market losses. “The older you get, the less long term is left for recovery.”
In practice, Glassman advises cutting back on U.S. stocks, investing in “aspiring” markets (Brazil, China and India) and investing in bonds. Even more cautious these days, Glassman also recommends something a little exotic for most mainstream investors: a genuine hedging strategy. Here’s the skinny on that:
- Buy derivatives to protect against stock losses. You can do this through put options on stock you own or hedge the entire market. These vehicles rise in value if the market drops. There are also inverse exchange-traded funds “bear market” exchange-traded funds that do the same thing, only less precisely.
- Protect against inflation. That means boring Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities. Staples in my portfolio, unlike conventional bonds, TIPS climb in value when the Consumer Price Index rises.
- Find a safe level of stocks, bonds, currencies and hedges for your age and lifestyle and re-balance every year. Sound advice, but nothing new.
The one odd shortcoming in Glassman’s book is that he “has no place for commodities.” With inflation coming back and global demand for everything from aluminum to zinc exploding, I find this statement troubling.
I would recommend having a small portion of your portfolio (less than 15 percent) in a commodities fund like the PowerShares DB Index Tracking Fund, which holds a basket of key commodities.
Is it time to absolve Glassman for his irrational exuberance more than a decade ago? After all, he was steering a lot of investors into a maelstrom. If your road to redemption includes a generous dose of principal protection in these volatile times, a lot can be forgiven, although nothing is forgotten.
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- Are Smartwatches cancerous?
- Are Apple watches safe to wear everyday?
- Is it harmful to wear an Apple watch?
- What are the disadvantages of smart watches?
- What are the side effects of wearing a FitBit?
- Do Smartwatches give off radiation?
- Is it bad to sleep with a smartwatch on?
- Can Apple watches give you cancer?
- Is Apple watch a waste of money?
- Should I sleep with Apple watch on?
- How does a smart watch know you’re sleeping?
Are Smartwatches cancerous?
Medical experts agree that wearable devices are almost certainly benign.
“I think right now there’s really no evidence that would support that there’s a problem there,” says John Sweetenham, MD, a hematologist at University of Utah’s Huntsman Cancer Institute..
Are Apple watches safe to wear everyday?
Absolutely. The Apple watch is one of the most connected devices you can wear, connected via cell signal, bluetooth, WiFi. Something to consider when using wearables, like the Apple Watch, is that they are constantly touching your body.
Is it harmful to wear an Apple watch?
“The radiation really comes from the 3G connection on a cellphone, so devices like the Jawbone Up and Apple Watch should be O.K.,” Dr. … (The Apple Watch uses Bluetooth and Wi-Fi to receive data, and researchers say there is no proven harm from those frequencies on the human body.
What are the disadvantages of smart watches?
Limited Battery Life – CON This is one of the main disadvantages of a smartwatch. Typically, smartwatches can only be used 1 to 2 days after a full charge. Some don’t even last for one day, especially if you use power-hungry features. If you forgot to charge it, you’ll end up having a dead watch the next day.
What are the side effects of wearing a FitBit?
Does A Fitbit Emit EMF Radiation?Headaches.Moodiness.Sleep disorders.Skin Irritation.Foggy brain.Nausea.
Do Smartwatches give off radiation?
He also advises against any wearable tech such as “smart watches, which emit extremely high levels of radiation. … “The radiation really comes from the 3G connection on a cellphone, so devices like the Jawbone Up and Apple Watch should be O.K.,” Mercola told Bilton.
Is it bad to sleep with a smartwatch on?
Sleep tracking offers little to no benefit, and drains the battery life of a wearable device during the only time the user doesn’t need it.
Can Apple watches give you cancer?
Can The Apple Watch Increase Odds Of Cancer? … Studies and cumulate research collections have concluded that EMF radiation from devices like wearable tech and cellphones shows a direct correlation to an increased risk of developing brain tumors (glioma) and other cancers.
Is Apple watch a waste of money?
Q: Are Apple watches a waste of money? A: No, they are not a waste of money, in fact they are a great value.
Should I sleep with Apple watch on?
Better to allow the watch to sit on the battery charger while you’re sleeping. That way it’s 100% when you wake up and ready to go. A certain amount of battery will discharge while you’re wearing it even to sleep. Congrats on our new Apple Watch!
How does a smart watch know you’re sleeping?
Most wearable sleep trackers leverage actigraphy, where an actigraph sensor is worn around your wrist. Many smartphone sleep tracking apps, on the other hand, rely on the phone’s accelerometer to measure your body movement and assess whether you’re asleep or awake.


Despite longer-range electric vehicles like the Tesla Model 3 and the Chevrolet Bolt on the way, Ford is sticking with what it knows, saying that it still thinks the EV sweet spot is more like 100 miles than 200. The Blue Oval's Ford Focus Electric Vehicle, which has a 76-mile single-charge range, is getting a boost to about 100 miles this fall, Automotive News says, citing comments Ford
Sometimes, being the king comes with some extra scrutiny. At the urging of Automotive News, the Ford F-150 is the first truck to have multiple cab configurations crash tested by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. According to Automotive News, IIHS was preparing to release the crash-test report on the 2015 F-150 after the safety watchdog evaluated the popular, four-door SuperCrew body.
I wanted to write a little about this car because I'm sure I'll often compare it in future posts to my eventual 2016 Ford Escape. When I first took possession, it had about 110,000 kilometers already, it was in great shape, a single owner, regular maintenance was done at the dealership and it was mostly highway mileage on record. I had my doubts about the reliability of American vehicles, my dad
Guido Verbeck's team at the University of North Texas started out last year to create a portable mass spectrometer to analyze air quality. Stay with us here. To make it easier to haul around, the setup was built into a Ford Fusion Energi PHEV sedan, and the car could then be driven around communities to conduct experiments and take measurements. But the truly handy use for the high-tech


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Last week, when Jordan Howard put Indiana ahead 48-41 with :56 to go against Southern Illinois, Brian, an non-IU fan with whom I was watching the game, turned to me and said, “Well, that should do it.”
I looked up from my iPad where I was multi-tasking with some incredibly important activity, like Angry Birds or Candy Crush, or reading a book. Wait, let’s just say I was reading a book. That sounds better. More intellectual.
OK, so I looked up from my book and laughed.
He looked at me, slightly perplexed.
“You are clearly unfamiliar with Indiana Football. This game is not over. I’m not saying we’re going to lose, but I’m saying it’s going to be interesting.”
As the team celebrated the dropped two-point conversion as the clock expired, as if they had caused it or something, he looked at me, stunned at how right I was.
I just nodded, knowingly.
I did all of this with almost no emotion. Because after years and years of being shown over and over and over again that none of it matters and we’ll end up at some point in October trying to figure out which teams we might possibly be able to beat to get to six wins. Getting all excited about a 48-47 win over Southern Illinois is a waste of my Excited Points for this football season.
Without completing the in-app purchase of the Excited Points Expansion Pack for $3.99, I’ve only got 14 to use between now and Hoosier Hysteria. And I’m all out of $3.99.
But then, with 3:58 to go in the 4th Quarter, Jameel Cook intercepted FIU Quarterback, Alex McGough and returned it 96 yards for a touchdown. I startled myself by actually cheering out loud.
Man, that was something.
Despite seeing the normal Indiana Football level of tackling throughout most of the game, by that point in the game, FIU had only scored 22 points and we were winning by a full touchdown. FIU was threatening to score and tie the game up with under 4:00 to go. Pretty standard stuff really and exactly how IU Football games go week to week.
And then Cook went all pick-six on everyone and my decision to still be awake 3:20 into a college football game suddenly seemed very nearly worth it.
It’s far too early in the year to think this means something. Or to preminisce a return to the salad days. But I spontaneously, joyously, and without reservation expended an Excited Point.
That’s not nothing, kids.
And then there’s this.
Now, that is nothing. But it’s fun to see. And I’ll take it.

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Beat in eggnog until stiff peaks form.
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It has been years since I first attended a Gay Pride event in Malate, and back then, my gang and I were there mainly to party with gay friends.
Last June 29, I found myself at the Marikina Sports Stadium, in the middle of mud and rainshowers, in what vacillated between being a mini downpour and a friendlier cloudy day in minutes.
I was there upon the invitation of a friend, Dana, the ultimate supportive mother of a gay son. Although her son was away at school, she and husband Paolo still took it upon themselves to come celebrate, and cart along a few of us in the process. Dana even had shirts printed—hers said “Free Mom Hugs,” mine said “Free Tita Hugs,” and our friend Ouie, fancying neither, settled for the more provocative “Free Maldita Hugs.”
Dana and Paolo also brought the ultimate ice breaker—their gorgeous, humongous Bernese Mountain Dog, Rusty, already a certified Dr. Dog for the Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS).
Under a tent that advertised free hugs, we hung out, enjoyed the color and music—and learned anew how love would always be a welcome commodity.
I realized it was the 50th anniversary of Stonewall, the spontaneous demonstrations that happened in Greenwich Village, New York, in 1969, considered the beginning of gay resistance against discrimination and abuse.
A new template
“It was the start of a new template for gay activists,” declared the New York Times, “one that urged outspoken defiance against homophobic and transphobic forces.” A great occasion to celebrate, because in the 2019 version, NYT reported, instead of unleashing violence on protesters, New York City cops even helped string up pride flags for the occasion.
The pride event was set in Marikina, where I have lived all my life, a city that filled me with my own pride when they lit up City Hall a few days earlier with rainbow colors.
On the day itself, Marikina Mayor Marcy Teodoro officially launched the Anti-Discrimination Ordinance, City Ordinance No. 065, in effect criminalizing any act of discrimination against LGBTQ+ people.
Compare that with the online missive a few days before, from the Couples for Christ Foundation for Family and Life (CFC-FFL), criticizing the recent Ateneo Pride activity. These genders, the statement said, “have no basis in nature and reality,” and referred to homosexuality as “disordered.”
CFC-FFL also declared it was “certain” that members of the LGBTQ+ community in the Philippines were not subjected to discrimination and persecution.
In the face of what we view as a gross misinterpretation of the Catholic faith’s fundamental message of love—even the Pope is choosing compassion over doctrine, and rightly so—my friends and I put on the shirts and braved traffic and rain to make it to the event.
Many held up signs, from the personal and naughty (“Free hugs,” “Palamas naman ng d-d-”) to other interest groups (“Ve-GAY-tarianism”) and, what do you know, logos of corporate biggies like JP Morgan, AIG, Accenture and more.
The hugging part was a humbling experience. Standing there with our arms outstretched, we were approached immediately by several young people, some sheepish, some delighted, some boisterously yelling, “Happy Pride po!”
Some just walked into our arms, heads bowed, on the verge of tears, bringing us to tears, too. Dana got the lion’s share of emotional, extended hugs; I told her, we figured the kids could feel her empathy, and realized at once that her arms were a safe place.
For the more hesitant, Rusty was the perfect excuse; after snapping a selfie or two with the amiable canine, they would head straight toward us—solitary youngsters, groups, friends pushing each other to go first.
One beautiful butch girl hovered around Rusty for a time before asking meekly, “Can I have a hug?”—and falling apart in Dana’s embrace.
One young man asked me, with teary eyes, “Why are you doing this?” All I could say was, “Because some of you really need hugs.” Ouie and I outdid each other coming up with messages to whisper in the kids’ ears—“You deserve to be loved,” “Love who you want,” “Be proud of who you are,” and my own favorite, “Don’t let anybody else tell you who to be.”
I am no gay activist, and I will not presume to understand what these kids, gay people, and the parents of gay children experience. I was there simply to express support for the community, and to show people that, although a hug was all I could give, it could make people feel better; my own heart was certainly warmed.
Though I have no kids of my own, all I wanted to say was encapsulated in a sign held by a smiling mother; I was so blown away, I asked for a selfie. “Tama po kayo!” I lauded her. “Hindi ba?” she replied. “Yun lang naman, eh.”
Her sign read, “Kapwa ko magulang, deserve ng ating mga anak ang ating pagtanggap.”
Love wins. Yun lang naman, eh.


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G. Miranda’s captivating drone photography, commissioned by Survival International, offers a rare and remarkable window into the existence of uncontacted tribes across the globe. These stunning visuals provide a unique perspective, giving us a glimpse of tribes living in isolation, such as the enigmatic Sentinelese on North Sentinel Island in India and the diverse Amazonian communities residing along the Javari River valley on the Peru border. Miranda’s aerial shots not only pique our curiosity but also shed light on the lives and landscapes of these secluded societies, sparking intrigue and empathy. This extraordinary collection of images invites viewers to explore the world’s hidden cultures from above, allowing us to appreciate their resilience and adaptability in a rapidly changing world.
The captivating video compilation of these extraordinary photographs, posted on the Death Island Expeditions YouTube page in 2018, has garnered over 3.5 million views. The footage showcases small settlements and homes of these tribes, providing a rare glimpse into their daily lives.
The images captured by the drones depict tribespeople armed with bows and arrows, some of whom directly engage with the aerial devices, either by looking directly at them or displaying their weaponry.
Fascination with a Different World
Many viewers expressed their awe and fascination with the stark contrast between the lives of these uncontacted tribes and the rest of the world. It is mind-blowing to consider that these tribes have no knowledge of basic amenities such as grocery stores, factories, phones, and social media that define modern society.
One YouTube user, eloquently summed up this sentiment, stating, “It blows my mind how different our lives are. The fact that they don’t even know about the existence of grocery stores, factories, phones, social media, everything that makes our society what it is. It’s so surreal,” one user wrote.
The Role of FUNAI in Documenting Uncontacted Tribes
FUNAI, the National Indian Foundation, plays a vital role in establishing and implementing policies that concern uncontacted tribes in Brazil. Many of the drone images showcased in the aforementioned video were captured with FUNAI’s involvement.
The report by Survival International, a renowned human rights organization, reveals that the photographs of the uncontacted tribespeople of Brazil were taken in 2008. José Carlos dos Reis Meirelles Júnior, an expert on uncontacted tribes, explained that the purpose of the overflight was to provide undeniable evidence of their existence and to demonstrate their houses and settlements.
Meirelles further emphasized the importance of such documentation, as doubt still surrounds the existence of these tribes. He remarked, “This is very important because there are some who doubt their existence.”
In 2008, Meirelles also warned about the imminent danger that the uncontacted tribes in the region faced due to illegal loggers from Peru. The encroachment of loggers into their territories could potentially lead to violent conflicts. Meirelles passionately exclaimed, “What is happening in this region [of Peru] is a monumental crime against the natural world, the tribes, the fauna, and is further testimony to the complete irrationality with which we, the ‘civilized’ ones, treat the world.”
The Mission: A Tragic Tale of Contact Attempt
In 2018, a tragic incident unfolded on a secluded island in the Bay of Bengal that left the world stunned. John Chau, a 26-year-old American missionary, embarked on a perilous journey to North Sentinel Island, situated off the coast of India. His mission? To make contact with one of the world’s most isolated Indigenous groups, the Sentinelese. His objective was to introduce them to Christianity, a move that even his closest friend admitted was ill-advised.
Chau’s determination to reach the Sentinelese was nothing short of relentless. He was driven by a deep-seated belief and fervor to share his faith, but he was also fully aware of the dangers that lay ahead. The Sentinelese, who have lived in isolation for thousands of years, had made their desire for solitude abundantly clear. They had a history of hostility toward outsiders, and their intentions were unmistakable, as demonstrated by the barrage of arrows that tragically ended Chau’s life.
Chau’s ill-fated mission raises profound ethical questions. Was his attempt to contact the Sentinelese an act of cultural insensitivity and arrogance, or was it driven by genuine compassion and a desire to bring them a message of hope? The tragic outcome underscores the complexity of engaging with uncontacted tribes, highlighting the ethical dilemmas surrounding such encounters. It prompts us to reflect on the boundaries between respecting cultural isolation and humanitarian intervention, all while recognizing the need for sensitivity and caution when engaging with these incredibly rare and secluded societies.
Cultural Preservation and Ethical Concerns
In a world where technology can capture the most remote corners of our planet, a profound ethical challenge emerges. Drone footage has unveiled the hidden lives of uncontacted people, who deliberately shun the modern world. Yet, sharing these glimpses raises unsettling questions – it’s akin to someone secretly filming your private moments. This article delves into the moral quandaries surrounding such revelations.
- The Invasion of Privacy: One of the most pressing ethical dilemmas when it comes to the publication of drone footage featuring uncontacted people is the invasion of their privacy. These indigenous groups have chosen to remain isolated from the outside world, and capturing their daily lives from above can be seen as an intrusion. Imagine if someone started recording your private moments without your consent – it’s a breach of personal boundaries.
- Risk of Disease Transmission: Another major concern is the potential for disease transmission. Uncontacted tribes have little to no immunity to common illnesses that the rest of us are exposed to regularly. If the drone operators or researchers inadvertently bring in pathogens, they could unwittingly expose these vulnerable communities to deadly diseases.
- Cultural Exploitation: Sharing such footage can also lead to cultural exploitation. It’s crucial to consider that these uncontacted people have unique languages, traditions, and ways of life. Publicizing their existence can lead to unwanted attention, tourism, or even exploitation by outsiders who might want to profit from their culture.
- Consent and Informed Choices: Ethical journalism usually requires obtaining consent from those featured in the story. Uncontacted people cannot give informed consent, so sharing their images or stories raises questions about whether we should be making decisions on their behalf.
- Balancing Awareness and Protection: Finding a balance between raising awareness about these communities’ existence and protecting their right to privacy is a challenging ethical dilemma. It’s essential to consider the potential harm that could result from sharing such footage and weigh it against the benefits of educating the world about these unique and vulnerable populations.
A Journey of Discovery
The drone photographs of uncontacted tribes offer us a remarkable window into a world unknown to most. They give us a glimpse into the rich lives, unique cultures, and fascinating histories of these tribes. As we marvel at their simplicity, resilience, and profound connection to the natural world, we are reminded of the vast diversity that makes our planet extraordinary.
Through the lens of these photographs, we are prompted to reflect on our own actions and the impact we have on the world around us. It is a call to foster understanding, preserve cultural heritage, and embrace the wonder of diverse human experiences. The journey of discovery continues, reminding us that there is always more to learn and appreciate in the tapestry of humanity.
This Site Was Inspired By An Interest in Protecting the Environment:
We had the privilege and joy of learning from Dr. Charlie Stine who instilled a love for the natural world through incredible field trips with the Johns Hopkins Odyssey Certificate program in Environmental Studies. At the time, the program was endorsed by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. Sadly, after Dr. Stine retired, the program was phased out. We hope that we honor his legacy by shining a bright light on environmental issues and sharing good news about the success of various conservation programs when possible.
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ENCOURAGING GROWTH TO REDUCE POVERTY IN NIGERIA
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1.1 Statement of the problem and the purpose of the study
1.2 Rational of the study
1.3 Significance of the study
1.4 Background of the study
1.5 Definition of the term
Research design and methodology
3.1 Research hypothesis
3.2 Sources of data
3.3 Method of data collection and analysis
3.4 Limitation of the study
Data presentation analysis and discussion of the result
4.1 Data presentation
4.2 Analysis of the data
4.3 Discussion of the result
Summary, conclusion and recommendation
1.1 STATEMETN OF THE PROBLEM AND THE PURPOSE OF THE STUDY
It is a common knowledge that the third would countries are generally poor. Even though there are poor people in developed world they are not comparable to the developing world. In African Nigerian is regard as the giant of African because of its abundant natural and human resources.
In Nigeria today, the poor get poorer and the rich gets richer this raises serious question on the existence of true democracy and one Nigeria. it is against this bank ground of suffering and deprivation of the poor that this research work is designed to investigation how encourage growth in Nigeria to reduce poverty among Nigerians.
1.2 RATIONAL OF THE STUDY
This study if successful conducted and this recommendation implemented can changed the country are reduced poverty this can systematically attract the much needed conduction to reduce poverty in Nigeria.
1.3 SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY
The significance of this study is to achieve a great success in contributing the little researcher can, if not a great deal in alleviating the suffering of Nigeria masses by improving their living standard.
The study also is expected to improve Nigeria economy and national development.
It is a well know fact that a hungry nation is an angry nation and a healthy nation is a wealthy nation.
When the nations citizens are healthy, the national development will be improve because the nations development is determined by the working capacity of her citizens.
1.4 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
Poverty has steadily increased in Nigeria in the last ten years. Both world bank reports and human development reports can lend credence to the above assertion in 1087, Nigeria was ranked 54th and was classified as middle income nation by the 1981 world development report. By 1957 Nigeria had lost her status a middle income nation and by 1991, if has joined the club of the poorest countries of the world with such other countries as Tanzania, Somalia Bangladesh, laws, Malawi, Nepal, chard, Burundi, sierra, Leone and Madagascar (new swatch January 13, 1992) Nigeria income per capital has also declined steadily from and 800 in 1980 and 250 in 1989.
1.5 DEFINITION OF THE STUDY
In order to prevent ambiguity, the following terms used in this project writing has been defined as follows.
Poverty here means a living condition in which an entity is faced with economic social, political, cultural and environmental deprivation to which a person house hold, community or nation can be subjected.
Third World Countries
This is a collective team used to refer to most or all the developing and under developing countries mostly found in Asia, Africa and Latin America in which Nigeria is classified also.
Various effort put in by public and private entities to reduce poverty.

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Understand how Gen Y wants to develop to uncover future talent – By Grace Lewis – 2 June 2015
Employers have been urged to pay more attention to developing young workers in their own organisations as CIPD research highlighted the risks of making false assumptions about how young people want to learn.
Research outlined in the institute’s Developing the Next Generation report said that unchallenged stereotypes or generalisations about how to support and grow young employees could create ineffective development initiatives.
“With over 300,000 young people entering the workforce every year, organisations need to establish effective development opportunities from the moment they’re em-ployed, so they can retain them and build on the unique skills they bring,” said Ruth Stuart, research adviser for L&D at the CIPD.
According to the CIPD’s report, young people showed a preference for bite-sized learning, gaining knowledge from experience and receiving constructive feedback. Alt-hough they admitted to being ‘tech-savvy’, the majority of candidates said they dis-liked ‘online training’.
“Having awareness of generational learning preferences is essential,” the report said.
Stuart added: “To be successful though, organisations must be clear on what they are trying to achieve. It’s pointless to introduce a scheme without first considering its im-pact on the wider business and ensuring it fits with future resourcing needs.”
And offering more access routes into employment was found to be just one part of the equation when it comes to employing young people. As a result, the CIPD has urged employers to move the future talent debate on from recruitment methods alone, to focus more on the development of young people to retain great talent and improve business performance.
Young people bring enthusiasm and drive, innovative thinking and technological under-standing to the workforce, the report said. However, young employees need to devel-op deeper skills in self-awareness, acceptance or criticism and emotional intelligence.
Stuart said: “Young people have enormous potential to contribute to a business’s suc-cess if their strengths and skills are recognised and enhanced. Organisations need to carefully select the right kind of programmes to ensure they have the chance to make an impact at an early stage.”
A 2015 survey from the CIPD showed that 76 per cent of organisations offer at least one programme aimed at young people, including apprenticeships, work-based de-grees and industrial placements. However, the Developing the Next Generation report said establishing a clear business case for developing younger workers is a recurring challenge for organisations.
Nick White, graduate programme manager at Fujitsu, one of the case study companies featured in the report, said that investing in younger people in the organisation can drive engagement, increase efficiency and foster greater productivity across the work-force.
“We can see real value in the programmes and investing time, effort and money into making the programmes work,” he said.
“It’s about making sure we have future leaders, and that is actually happening. Thirty per cent of those on our Future Leaders Programme started as graduates in the organisation.”
Fujitsu’s approach to developing young talent has impacted the culture of the organisation, but retention is also higher and recruitment costs have decreased, demonstrating the impact on the bottom line.
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Do you like good music? That sweet soul music? If so, here are 10 classic soul records you absolutely need to hear. Over the last several years there has been a renewed interest in classic soul. Revivalists like Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings and Leon Bridges are keeping traditional soul alive and other genres like hip-hop and pop are doing their best to pay homage to their soul influences. In addition to artists are the fans themselves.
The Soul Album is the fourth studio album by American soul singer-songwriter Otis Redding, released in 1966. Otis Redding - vocals. Booker T. Jones, Isaac Hayes - keyboards, piano. Steve Cropper - guitar. Donald Dunn - bass guitar. Al Jackson Jr. - drums. Wayne Jackson, Sammy Coleman, Gene "Bowlegs" Miller - trumpet. Charles "Packy" Axton, Andrew Love - tenor saxophone. Floyd Newman - baritone saxophone.
4. Thundercat - The Beyond, Where the Giants Roam. Tyler, the Creator Announces Tour. Pixies Announce New Album, Release On Graveyard Hill.
Pop R&B, Soul Reggae Hip-Hop Rock Metal Hardcore, Core Electronic, Dance Country, Americana, Folk Jazz, Blues Indie, Alternative Other Classical Soundtrack French German Italian Japanese Latin World Songs.
Hear all the best new Soul album releases and their best songs each week at New Releases Now. Get free streams of all the best new music in one place! . Newest Soul Albums & Song Releases. King Curtis The Soul Of King Curtis. New West Released 06/14/19. The Four Tops 4 For The Road. Mavis Staples We Get By. ANTI- Released 05/24/19. The BB King Blues Band The Soul Of The King. Ruf Released 05/10/19. Aaron Neville Love Letters: The Allen Toussaint Sessions.
Debussy once noted, Music is the space between notes. The Boss pinched the title of an old crooners’ standard to write his own classic, the finest single from his massive Born in the USA album in 1984. It’s a serious pop song, as bassist-singer Curt Smith remarked: It's about everybody wanting power, about warfare and the misery it causes.
Two months prior to the release of their third album 'The Show, The After-party, The Hotel'. The concert became legendary. KING To me Teddy Riley is one of the most legendary producer of the Golden Era of R&B. I mean, the man gave us a whole new music genre for God's sake. How many do you know, right? Besides producing, composing and writing Riley is also founder and frontman of two of the most successful r&b groups: Guy and Blackstreet ofcourse, no diggity, no doubt.
2017 has been a banner year for soul music of all stripes with a number of momentous debuts. All the while, R&B keeps pushing forward. 15. Jessie Ware - Glasshouse (Island). He has such a calm demeanor, and the music is so placid, that at first, the album can lull you into overlooking the complexity in his singing and songs, or how he has eternal matters on his mind. This feels like the arrival of a major new talent whose music is likely to deepen and broaden in scope over time. 11. Matt Martians - The Drum Chord Theory (Three Quarter).
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|Why Won't You Love Me ? (When Will This Shit Sync)||8:50|
|Why Won't You Love Me ? (I Had Enough Mix)||4:56|
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When this wife texted her husband about a puppy, he goes crazy when he sees something else
There are some wives who love their husbands so much that they also love flipping them out. The most demented but lovable pleasure a wife gets is when she riles her husband so much knowing all he will do is rant and rave or hit his head against the wall but will never do a thing against her all because he loves her so much. Kayla is one such wife who loves pulling her husband’s leg. Kayla is an animal lover and a mum of two young kids. The family live in Seaside Oregon.
Recently This wife texted her husband Justin that she had found a cute little puppy lost and wandering outside the house. She also told him she was planning to keep him and sent a photo of the animal curled up on the couch to Justin. When Justin saw the picture, he was shocked and flipped. Their ensuing heated text messages have gone viral on the net and are hilarious.
1 She tells her partner about the puppy she found
After finding the puppy, Kayla takes it in allows it to curl up on the couch and then texts her partner Justin about the animal. Take a look at the text.

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Indie Roundup: Five New Albums to Stream Now
Here's what to listen to this weekend.
If you're anything like us, you're probably overwhelmed by the sheer number of albums being released on a weekly basis.
Popdust's weekly column, Indie Roundup, finds the five best albums coming out each week so that you don't have to. Every Friday, we'll tell you what's worth listening to that might not already be on your radar.
Bachelor, Doomin’ Sun
Bachelor is the new duo composed of Palehound's Ellen Kempner and Jay Som's Melina Duterte. Their debut album together, Doomin' Sun, combines the best of both their strengths; opener "Back Of My Hand" feels in line with Kempner's slacker-rock sensibilities, while the sprawling "Aurora" matches Duterte's knack for dream pop.
black midi, Cavalcade
After rising to indie fame with 2019's polarizing Schlagenheim, U.K. black midi release their sophomore album Cavalcade, another collection of their transfixing post-punk. While it's difficult to imagine the band taking any more risks than they did on their first record, they manage to do just that: "Slow" features a jazzy build-up, while the climax of "Hogwash and Balderdash" feels fit for a symphony.
Mustafa, When Smoke Rises
When Smoke Rises is the debut album from Mustafa (FKA Mustafa the Poet), who weaves his wistful lyricism with stunning folk-pop. Understated and delicate, the music of When Smoke Rises still ensures Mustafa's prose is at the forefront, emphasizing his laments on grief, gentrification, forgiveness, and life after death.
Sweet Trip: A Tiny House, In Secret Speeches, Polar Equals
After a twelve-year hiatus, San Francisco duo Sweet Trip return with their fourth album, A Tiny House, In Secret Speeches, Polar Equals. Backed with lush production and full of unexpected twists, the record is classic Sweet Trip, bringing their off-kilter electro-shoegaze into the current decade.
Gulfer/Charmer, SplitGulfer / Charmer Split
Montreal's Gulfer and Michigan's Charmer have never met in real life, thanks to the ongoing U.S.-Canadian border closure. Still, after they both released solid LPs last year, the two up-and-coming emo bands decided to put out a split single together that accentuates both of their tenacities even amid a pandemic.


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But Environment Minister Jan Szyszko told journalists that operations would continue and that they were preparing a response to the Court, to be sent by Friday.
Polish television station TVN24 showed footage of machines felling trees in the forest, which has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
And Greenpeace’s Polish spokesman told AFP: “The felling is continuing, even if it is at a lower intensity.”
On Saturday, a cameraman trying to establish if the felling operations…
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