The issue of whether it's okay for couples to have sex before they tie the knot has turned out to be a moral one as it is a religious one.
Everyone has a right to their opinion, but let's see what most Nigerians think in the video below;
Wednesday 31 July 2013
Female Porn Star Gets "Horny" During Sports Game
Andy San Dimas has regrets about getting "horny" in Pittsburgh and wants to make amends to the Police Dept.
San Dimas, 26, recently aroused the attention of the world when she was ejected from a Pittsburgh Pirates baseball game on July 13 after shaking her moneymaker while wearing a unicorn mask.
"I feel stupid," she told The Huffington Post. "I'm embarrassed. I usually only act ridiculous when I get paid."
The actress fears her actions may have caused problems for an officer stationed at the stadium who posed for a photo wearing the unicorn mask.
Still, she is hoping to make things right for the officer by auctioning off the unicorn mask, along with the shirt she was wearing during the incident.
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"Unicorngate," as no one has called it, began when San Dimas was in town with her friend Steviee Hughes, who brought the rubber unicorn mask to the game for fun.
Some people who recognized San Dimas suggested she put it on in hopes of getting featured on the Jumbotron.
It worked, until a security guard asked her repeatedly to sit back down.
"I didn't see the guy telling me to sit down," she said. "It was loud and it's hard to see out of the mask."
Deadspin claimed that San Dimas yelled, "Oh, I'm sorry. I was trying to have a good time at the f***ing Pirates game," at a security guard, but she tells a different story.
"When I was asked, I did so willingly, mainly because it was time to get to the club," she said.
San Dimas also has issues with media reports describing her Deadspin unicorn dance moves as "sexy."
"TMZ posted the video and absolutely no one has really looked at it," she said. "If that was a 'sexy' dance, I wouldn't be in the money [as a feature dancer]," she laughed.
This Is What Happened When I Asked Strange Guys
A young and attractive woman who approached random men on the street for sex has revealed that half of them turned her down flat.
The woman, known only as Andrea, was filmed for a YouTube segment titled: 'Asking Guys for Sex: A Social Experiment'.
It saw her bluntly ask 14 men 'Do you want to have sex with me?' and recorded their reactions.
In total, Andrea had seven men take her up on her offer and seven rejections. But everyone she approached, even the men walking with girlfriends, seemed to be in a good mood when she left.
She definitely had better luck than the hapless man who filmed the 'A Guy Ask 100 Girls For Sex' video, who had to deal with angry women and having a drink thrown in his face.
Watch video of the experiment below;
Adults' Movie vs Real Sex: Compare Sex Fantasy With Reality (18+)
Porn is different from real sex, and New York film production company Kornhaber Brown compares porn stars and regular people, side by side. They use a lot of bananas, sliced papaya and other food to explain the difference.
The video quotes some startling - and disturbing - facts. One that jumps out: "In real life 75 percent of men ejaculate within 3 minutes."
Perhaps that's why, "71 percent of all women can't orgasm through penetration."
Indeed, porn sometimes seems to make real sex seem like really lame sex.
WARNING: Not suitable for people aged under 18!
MY STORY: Why I Became A Prostitute (PHOTOS)
Meet the desperate single mum who was so terrified of mounting debt that she turned to prostitution.
22-year-old Nicole Parke borrowed a total of £500 from two companies in May last year after being made redundant from her full-time job as a hairdresser.
Unable to find work, the mum of two needed the quick cash to pay for food and bills.
But with her credit cards at maximum, a large overdraft and increasing interest on her loans, Nicole, from Hackney in east London, hit rock bottom.
By the end of May the debt on the payday loans had risen to £1,175 and had taken the total she owed to her creditors to £20,000.
With bailiffs knocking on her door, escorting seemed the only way to make money quick enough to control her mounting debt.
She signed up to an online escorting agency and within a week she was entertaining her first client.
She says: "I never imagined my life would end up the way it did.
"I've always been independent so having to turn to payday loans to be able to feed my family and pay the rent was terrifying.
"I thought it would solve my problems but it just made things worse.
"With £5,000 nursery fees, £5,000 on my credit cards, my overdraft, rent arrears, utility arrears, council tax and two payday loans, I ended up £20,000 in debt. Escorting was a last resort, the only way I could get paid fast enough to stop the interest from mounting."
Nicole created a profile on the escorting site using the name Tami.
She says: "When I called the agency I was shaking but I thought if I didn't go ahead with it I might end up homeless.
"While it was a relief to know I'd finally have some money coming in, the overriding feeling was fear.
"I met my first client at a hotel. I wore my tightest dress, a push-up bra, stockings, high heels and had my bag packed with condoms.
"I'd started pulling out my hair with the anxiety of my mounting debt and this just made it worse. I wondered if the man would kill me or beat me up."
Despite her fears, Nicole went ahead with the arranged meeting in June 2012, a month after taking out her first payday loan.
She explains: "As he opened the door, my client smiled and looked me up and down and I knew he was interested in one thing only.
"I let him undress me and we slept together. It was horrible but luckily he didn't last long.
"He didn't talk afterwards, he just thrust £100 at me, opened the door and I left. I was relieved I hadn't got hurt and having £100 meant I had enough money to keep us going for another week and pay off some of the interest."
After that first appointment Nicole was seeing clients three to four nights a week and earning around £1,800 a month.
It was enough to begin to pay off her debts, bills and feed her family.
She says: "I told friends I was doing various jobs, never the truth, and they'd babysit my kids. At the end of my first month I was close to quitting as I'd almost paid off all my interest and thought I'd be OK.
"But when one of my kids asked if he could go to playschool, I went out escorting that night so I'd have the money for it."
She eventually made enough to clear the debt of the payday loans.
In September 2012, Nicole saw her last client and has since begun looking for hairdressing work.
She says: "I've been looking for another job ever since. Although I just manage to pay the bills with my Jobseeker's Allowance, I'm never going back to escorting.
"I live in a hostel with my children now but I've not given up hope of building a better future.
"We might not be rich but we're healthy and we're getting by."
9 Reasons You Should Have Sex Everyday
If you thought that the only benefit of sex was, well, pleasure, here's some news for you. Making love is good for adults. And making love regularly is even better.
Not only does it help you sleep well, relieve stress and burn calories, there are also several other reasons why you need to have sex more often.
1. Improves cardiovascular health A recent study says that men who have sex more than twice a week, have a lesser risk of getting a heart attack, than men who had sex less than once a month.
2. Increases immunity Regular lovemaking increases the level of the immune-boosting
3. Reduces stress Stressed out with work or family problems?Don't let it affect your performance in the bedroom. Not only will having sex improve your mood, but a study has also proven that folks, who indulge in regular bedroom activities can handle stress better and are happier people.
4. Relieves pain If you're using a headache as an excuse to not make love, stop doing that. Have sex instead, because, when you're about to have an orgasm, the level of the hormone oxytocin increases by five times. This endorphin actually reduces aches and pains.
5. Promotes longevity When one has an orgasm, a hormone called dehydroepiandro
6. Increases blood circulation Because your heart rate increases when you have sex, fresh blood is supplied to your organs and cells. While used blood is removed, the body also expels toxins and other materials that cause you to feel tired.
7. You sleep better The sleep that you get just after you've made love will be much more relaxed. Getting a good night's sleep will make you feel alert and overall healthy.
8. Improves overall fitness If you find going to the gym mundane or working out at home a task, here's another way to help you lose the flab and keep in shape. Regular sex will do wonders for your waistline. Half an hour of lovemaking burns more than 80 calories.
9. Increases levels of Oestrogen and testosterone In men, the hormone testosterone is what makes them more passionate in the sack. Not only will it make you feel way better in bed, but it also improves your muscles and bones, keeps your heart healthy and keeps a check on your cholesterol. In women, on the other hand, the hormone oestrogen protects them against heart disease and also determines a woman's body scent
Reasons Why Parading Boobs on Facebook Becomes a Trend
Some might say this is totally unnecessary… but indeed it's an issue worth bothering about. While others could seemingly acknowledge the fact that such is becoming a trend among the female students in Nigeria's tertiary institutions.
This piece, is not aimed at any person(s) whatsoever, actually brings forth the simple realities for this rising situation. Here are notably 5 REASONS:
1: The feeling of INSECURITY among peers, in an intellectual terrain;
2: Priority for ATTRACTION rather than simple admiration;
3: The FEAR FACTOR of being on the losing end in relationships;
4: Misplacing CHEAP SLÚT with actual appreciable beauty;
5: Ultimately, POVERTY has made a deep cut through.
It's really a shame. And these apply to others as well parading bòòs in the open.
Tuesday 30 July 2013
7 Ways To Fall In Love Without A Romantic Partner
Contrary to what Hollywood, Nollywood, Bollywood and the likes are trying to tell you, love is not just about finding a romantic partner. When people think about falling in love, they likely think of finding a romantic and sexual partner.
This is understandable: love, sex, and romance are sold worldwide from the screens. These concepts are used to push everything from cars to perfumes to food. As a result, we've become a society so obsessed with finding one perfect person and "partnering up" that we've forgotten how to fall in love in other ways.
The feeling of falling in love is not dependent on romantic or sexual feelings, and it doesn't have to happen with a partner. You can enjoy that fuzzy feeling in all sorts of ways. So if you're feeling left out of the "in-love" crowd, or if your passion for your current romantic partner has faded, read on for seven exciting, unique ways to fall in love.
7 New Ways To Fall In Love:
1. Your dog, cat, bird, fish or other pet. All living beings have love to give, and your pet is no exception. And besides, the love of animals is unconditional, whereas many people find it difficult to give that sort of love. You know your favorite fluffball will love you even on your worst days.
2. Your babies and children. Granted, it may be harder to fall in love with your teenager, but wait a few years and the feeling may come back. Watch as your children grow and discover the world around them, and let your heart be filled.
3. Your best friend. It must be said that this does not mean you have a free pass to sleep with him or her! If you do experience that desire, don't act on it. But this person will side with you in your hardest times, make you smile and feel better. Isn't that love, too?
4. Your favorite author, actor, recording artist, or professional athlete. And no, this doesn't mean you have permission to stalk them or harbor any delusions that they love you back. Just a reminder that there are people worth admiring and looking up to!
5. Your favorite grandparent, aunt or other family member who makes you feel loved and special. Time spent with them is priceless!
6. Your work and career. Yes, some people really do fall in love with the work they do and the difference they make in their world. Loving your career can be one of the most rewarding and fruitful things you do.
7. Your life and life itself. If you can fall in love with life - your life - then you'll live each day with a full and open heart. Doesn't that sound wonderful?
Make it a point to fall in love today. It feels good, regardless of who or what the object of your affection is. Take advantage of the heart's unique ability to give and receive love unconditionally, and in so many wonderful ways.
10 Things Women Want From Men
A smart woman shares the10 basic things women REALLY want from men;
1. We love the way you courted us when we met. The texts, calls, flowers, chocolates, cards, airport pick-ups, weekends away. Please don't stop this when you know you 'have us'.
2. We like security and a feeling of familiarity. Give us a chance to get to know you, before hitting on us.
3. We want to be treated as ladies. Not as unequals. We don't expect you to open every door and foot every bill, but it doesn't mean we don't find your gestures of genuine chivalry very attractive. Even the most independent woman wants to feel she is treasured and adored as an object of beauty, just as long as it doesn't go so far that the man insists on making her every decision.
4. We like to talk. This does not mean we are asking for your opinion or that we want you to magically fix all our problems. Mostly, we just need to vent. And we love it so much when you really hear us. Listen cos that's all you need to do.
5. We expect you to remember relationship landmarks. You love technology, so when we tell you our anniversary is coming, or our birthday, put it in your planner, so you remember. You remember meetings, and football scores, so remember birthdays, it's not that hard.
6. We love an excuse to get dressed up. Give us the chance to sizzle in our glam wardrobe. Don't get nervous if other guys look at us.
Remember we're on your arm.
7. Keep your promises. We like simple courtesies. Be on time, do whatever you said you were going to, and if things have changed, muster up the courage to tell us upfront.
8. Love for us begins in the mind. Just like you like the sensuous curves, we like the dinners, romance and dreamy conversation.
9. We also love sports, but it does not mean that it has to be the same game you play.
10. We don't want you to give up on guys nights. Believe it or not, we understand that you need space. We love our all-girl time as well.
Thursday 25 July 2013
These Exercises Can Help Improve Your Sex Life
One might wonder what the connection is between sex and sports, the truth is, both activities require good performance in order to succeed.
Getting your body in the right shape can greatly improve the way you move in bed. You get a little bit more flexible, your body looks toned and you might even get to lose a few pounds which can make you feel sexier in the bedroom.
Here are few exercises that will enhance sexual performance;
While practising, you can stand with legs shoulder-width apart and lower your body like you're sitting on a chair, then come back up. Try a 30-day squat challenge for a start.
Seated Leg Extension: the muscles of the thighs that are mostly used during sex and can get weak faster; strengthen those muscles so you could both last longer.
Find a stable chair where you can sit up straight and have your knees bent at a 90 degree angle with your feet flat on the floor, keeping your thigh and knee as steady as possible, lift on foot up to straighten your leg slowly, then bring it back to the floor.
Lunges: The legs give and maintain stamina as well as help you support the rest of your body in all different positions. Lunges target all three of the leg muscles groups as well as the butt muscles.
Start with a standing position, put one foot forward and lower your body until your front knee is at a 90o angle and your back knee is parallel to the ground. Keep your back straight and don't allow your front knee to come over your toes or rotate inward or outward.
Pelvic Thrusts: Pelvic thrusts helps in evoking powerful sexual feelings and enhancing your endurance." Pelvic thrusts strengthen your core which will help you sustain a strong body for prolonged enjoyment in between the sheets.
To practise this routine, you lie on your back with your knees bent while lifting your lips up and down off the floor. When you lift your hips up, try to hold them in one position for a long time.
Scary But Normal Things That Happen To Women During Sex
Gone are the days when people thought women were inherently squeamish about sex. And good riddance. It's so obvious, it seems silly to even say it, but women are every bit as interested in having sex as men -- and just as comfortable with the nitty gritty.
But sometimes, things happen during sex that can take even the most sexually confident of us aback. There are sounds, and smells and feelings that make us stop and think ... "Uh, what just happened?" "Is that normal?"
So we asked a team of sex-health experts to spill: What are some typical things that happen to women during sex, but that you never really hear people cop to or wonder about? And what, if anything, do they mean? Here's what they said.
1. You're Dry:
It's very common for women to become (or stay) dry or irritated during sex. In fact, roughly one-third of young women say they experience vaginal dryness. But lubrication is one of the keys to a pleasurable, comfortable sexual encounter. The best way to get there, Good ol' fashioned foreplay. Vibrators can help too.
If dryness is taking a more serious toll on your sex life or making you uncomfortable throughout the day (which can be a particular problem as women age), make an appointment with your health care provider. Vaginal dryness affects many women, although they frequently don't bring up the topic with their doctors.
2. You Have 'The Moment'
No, not an orgasm, but that moment -- seconds or minutes after sex begins -- when you just somehow know how the rest of the encounter is going to play out for you, good, bad or otherwise.
When it comes to sex, women often start in a state of sexual neutrality. Sometimes, you start engaging in sexual activity and right away, you think, 'This is going to work.
Other times, you sense that what's coming next will be nice, or fun, but that you won't quite get there. Women are pretty intuitive about whether they're going to be able to achieve orgasm.
3. You Feel Like Peeing
If during certain sexual positions, like doggie-style, you [have] a need-to-pee feeling, it's completely normal. Those sensations are usually from G-spot stimulation, which can lead to female ejaculation. Ejaculate comes out of the urethra and is clear and odorless.
That said, it is entirely possible -- and not atypical -- for women to pee and orgasm at the same time. Some women find they pee a little when they laugh, sneeze or orgasm, particularly after giving birth. It's also easy to confuse the feeling of an impending orgasm with the urge to pee. Women who do not experience urinary incontinence at other times, but feel the urge to pee when approaching orgasm, may be getting confusing messages from very sensitive parts of their bodies. If fears about going to the bathroom during sex are going to hold you back in any way, simply go before you get started.
4. You Scream
Sure, there's often a performance aspect to screaming during sex. A small 2011 study found that 66 percent moan during sex to speed up their partner's climax, while 87 percent did so to boost their partners' self-esteem. But making noises can be a great way to be clear about what you want in bed, and "there are many women who need to be vocal to help themselves achieve orgasm. There is a difference between faking it like a screamer, and being in the moment and expressing how you're feeling, which can increase sound. Some women are quiet during sex, others are loud -- it's as simple as that.
5. You 'Fart'
Vaginal flatulence is not actually the same thing as passing gas -- it's just air being released through the vagina -- but it does make a very similar sound. Dubbed "queefing," it occurs when air gets trapped in the vagina and while there isn't really any way to prevent it, avoiding certain sex positions may help, whereas switching positions several times may increase the chances of it happening. Better yet, just don't sweat it. Sex can be awkward -- we queef ... bump body parts and miss the mark, It's completely natural for it not to be seamless, and your best bet is to laugh it off and keep going.
6. You're Distracted
Sometimes when you're having sex, you're totally in the moment --incapable of thinking about anything else. Other times, you're thinking about approximately 12 million other things. Women report that they're pretty easily distracted by what is happening in their life. They wonder if something is wrong with them. Why am I thinking about that? Why am I not able to focus?
Sometimes, it is what it is. In other words, women shouldn't beat themselves up if other elements of their lives creep into their bedroom. But if distraction becomes a frequent issue, there are mindfulness interventions women can try -- most of which they practice on their own -- that can make them feel more connected and focused.
7. You Get A Headache
A sex headache is usually a dull ache in your head or neck that builds as sexual excitement mounts, or it can be a more sudden pain, often accompanying orgasm. Most are nothing to worry about, but sudden-onset ones may be a sign of something more serious. In rare situations, some women have a severe headache at the time of intercourse, which is possibly related to changes in blood pressure. If you do have it, you're not crazy, but do mention it to your healthcare provider.
Dating Tips: Why Your Polar Opposite Could Be Good For You
Don't cross him off your list yet! Compatibility goes much deeper than common interests and hobbies. There is so much more to compatibility than if you both like tennis or prefer conservative politics. Check out these five predictors for two people to be a good romantic match beyond the surface interests.
1. Bio-rhythms. If you like to sleep in and your partner wakes at dawn, it can be a deal breaker. Unless one of you is willing to entertain yourself while waiting for the other to rise, it's better to have a similar bio-rhythm which is your innate body clock. This helps you share the same eating and sleeping schedule.
2. Basic values. The two of you need to hold similar basic values about telling the truth, doing the right thing (whatever that is), social conduct, etc., to predict how you will get along. If you follow the letter of the law, while your partner hasn't paid taxes in seven years, that's a sure sign you're not aligned on basic values.
3. Sociability. You love to be social and go out with friends. He's a quiet homebody who requires time alone. You can bridge this gap, but it is something to think about for how well you might enjoy the same way of life.
4. Communication. Can you talk things out to resolve problems? Communication ranks very high for compatibility and lasting love. In addition, being a good listener often makes your partner feel respected, heard and loved which is why communication skills are essential. You simply cannot know this on the first date.
5. Compromise. When two people get together, compromise is a must. Everything can't be just one way. Sometimes you take turns, but other times you'll both need to give in to come to an agreement. If your date shows signs of rigidity, think twice about how well he'll compromise.
If you tend to write a guy off quickly, give more men at least a second date. Sometimes the little things in life are what make you happy and compatible.
The point is, having hobbies in common could be nice, but might not be the best predictor of compatibility on a first date. Think beyond swimming and pop music to figure out if a guy has potential. There is much to be gained from dating your opposite as you discover new things to enjoy in a loving partnership that can last a lifetime.
5 Types Of Women You Should Always Avoid
Some women enrich your life, while others are nothing but trouble.
Just in case you can't decide which is which, let us lay out the 5 women you should think twice before hanging out with;
Your ex-girlfriend
It's best not to revisit a past relationship if things did not end well. Primarily because, you two were incompatible and had some serious issues, which would still be a bone of contention, if you were to get together. It's easy to fancy an ex in a moment of weakness, especially when you are lonely, and you may choose to forget the reason why you broke up and jump back in the relationship, only to regret it.
Your best friend's sister
Avoid getting involved with your best bud's sister. Not only will it destroy your friendship with your closest pal, if things don't work out, you are also likely to be at risk of being punched in the face for hurting his little sister. Also, you can forget about crying on his shoulder when things are not going great between you and his sister, as there's a direct conflict of interest here, and he may not always choose your side.
Women who are bad news
You know that dating her can be fun, but it will get you into a lot of trouble. Always remember it's best to be safe than sorry. Do not give into temptation or you will rue your decision for the rest of your life.
The high-maintenance gold digger
Stay away from her, unless you want savings to be wiped clear like your bank account. Not only will she expect you to splurge on her every whim, but will also pick faults with you and blame you for spending too much time at the office, ignoring the fact that you are working hard so that you two can live a comfortable life.
Your friend's ex
If you value your friendship with your best pal, avoid dating his ex. Word will go around your circle of friends and it will do no good for your reputation. Besides, it could strain your relationship, if he has not moved on and will make things awkward whenever all of you decide to socialise with common friends.
Three Lies You're Telling Yourself That Keep You Single
Have you noticed how much you talk to yourself? Everyone does it, and you're probably not an exception. Even now, while you read these words, your mind is chatting to you.
Indeed, our self-talk is active during every waking moment. Much of what we say to ourselves is made up of repetitive ideas that we're not even aware we're thinking. If the majority of these ideas are negative, our actual experience will in turn be tinged with negativity, giving us the very opposite of what we desire. After all, what we desire is love in a healthy relationship.
If we don't get wise to the self-talk going on in the privacy of our minds, we'll end up sabotaging our relationships, creating pain and misery for ourselves and for those around us. Often, we tell our friends and family one thing, but secretly think the opposite.
For example, we may say that we're happy being single, and excited about the search for a partner. In our minds, we're terrified, scolding ourselves for not yet finding a good guy. In fact, there seems to be a "collective unconscious" of single women's thoughts.
Here are the three lies women tell themselves most often:
1. I will never find a man who'll love me.
2. I'm not worthy of a great love.
3. I will die alone.
If these thoughts are all too familiar, you're in need of some positivity. Luckily, there's a remedy. We have to recognize that these beliefs are a product of our fear, and that they must be put to rest by acknowledging some truths.
Instead, tell yourself:
1. There is someone out there for everyone. I see proof of this as I look at the many different kinds of couples all around me. I choose to believe that if I exist, so does he. If I am longing to find my partner, he must be longing to find me right now as well.
2. No one is perfect. That includes myself and the man who'll love me. There are many imperfect people in wonderful relationships, and I'm no different. I know I'm worthy of a great love because if I wasn't, then I wouldn't have this strong desire for one.
3. This is my fear talking and it has nothing to do with my life or ability to love. I'm just being overly dramatic and scaring myself. No one knows the future or how their life will end. I refuse to hurt myself with these thoughts any longer. I choose to live in the present and enjoy my life.
We will always have negative self-talk; it's a part of our makeup and it's not going away. But we also have the ability to redirect our thoughts, to catch the negative ones that hold us back and to choose healthier ones that move us forward.
Study Says 62% of Women ‘Check Phones While Having Sex
A new study says that 62 per cent of women have interrupted sexual tryst with their partner to check their cell phone while only 48 per cent of men admitted to doing the same.
According to the research, the most common reason why people interrupted their naughty bedroom encounters was to answer a call (34 per cent), read or reply to a text (24 per cent) or an email (22 per cent).
The titillating numbers come from a survey of 1,747 men and women in England conducted by VoucherCodePro.co.uk.
Strangely, 34 per cent of the people who admitted to checking their phones during sex claimed that their partner "didn't mind" while only 4per cent of people said that they used social media when they paused their tryst to fiddle with their phone.
"Yes, our lives are hectic and full of work and personal commitments, but surely we can all still take the time to dedicate ourselves to a little romance now and again without the constant need to check our mobile phones?" mused VoucherCodePro spokesman George Charles.
"I think it is about time we all take the time to turn off our mobile phones before turning up the heat in the bedroom."
--NYPost
SEXVENTION: Vibrating Bicycle Seat Hits Sex Shop Shelves
A sex toy company based in the U.K. has released a new sexvention - the Happy Ride, a vibrating bike seat cover.
The covers, created by SexShop365, position a small vibrator in the middle of the seat, offering the kind of "great pleasurable heights" more stimulating than a beautiful view or endorphins from a long ride.
The Happy Ride comes equipped with a discreet control to either raise or lower the vibration. It's supposed to be relatively quiet, though the device's advertised light humming could be easily drowned out by some ... light humming.
Turning a bike into a pleasure mobile costs roughly $37.
Even though biking is the second most popular outdoor activity in the United States, according to a study by BikesBelong.org, it's about to get more of a buzz. It remains to be seen whether the Happy Ride will prove to be too big a distraction for bicyclists -- and the drivers and pedestrians watching them -- who are getting their pedal-twerk on.
Ways Men Go to Get Your Attention
Men like to seek attention in many different ways. They may try to make you laugh, may do something dangerous, or may act like a jerk. Here are six funny ways that guys like to seek out attention.
1. Act Like a Clown.
They are trying to make you laugh so they will pull different stunts. Dr. Scott Halzman believes that men need to do something wacky to keep their wife's attention such as serving her dinner on roller skates or climbing into bed in a tuxedo.
2. Wear Something Especially for You.
Before men go on a date with their partner they will put on the cologne that she bought for them, or will wear a piece of clothing that they bought even if the guy doesn't like it. This will get her attention and show that he appreciates the gifts.
3. Show Muscles.
When at the gym with their partners, men will have the women spot them while doing some weight lifting. They get a chance to show off and also force their partner to keep her eyes on only him instead of other men that are flexing their muscles.
4. Learn What Works for Women.
Most women would not be impressed if he started stripping off his clothes and prancing around the room. They want to connect on a more emotional level, so the guy will use this to his advantage.
5. Do Some Role-playing.
Some men go to a bar with their wives but pretend that they don't know them and then pretend to try and pick them up. This kind of fantasy play can help to bring a little spice to things and can help to remind each other about the fun they had when dating.
6. Discussing Movies.
Men may make fun of you about the sappy movies that you like. When watching a sappy chick flick they may do a fake cry, or say that the movie is so lame. Sometimes they have to act macho like this because they don't want to be seen crying!
Disturbingly Photos That Look Like Male Private Parts
A Carrot
A cactus
A Highway
A branch
A turkey breast
A flower
Another carrot
A mushroom
A building
A tree
A churro
A carrot(3)
Monday 22 July 2013
Man Electrocuted While Charging His iPhone 4!
A man in Beijing is fighting for life after being electrocuted while charging his iPhone 4, the second such case reported in China this week.
Wu Jiantong has been in a coma for more than ten days after the incident occurred on July 8.
His sister Wu Jianxiang said she had heard him screaming that he was being electrocuted. As soon as she had turned around, he had collapsed, she said.
Wu Jianxiang said she saw her brother convulsing on the floor with his lips turning purple. She immediately unplugged the charger but also felt an electric current as she did so.
Earlier this week, 23-year-old flight attendant Ma Ailun died after reportedly suffering from an electric shock while talking on her iPhone.
Both Ma and Wu were using a charger not manufactured by Apple. A reporter at the Beijing Evening News found that there was a three millimeter metal part that was not covered by any insulation material in the fake charger.
Tang Fanwei, an engineer at an Apple-authorized company, said the accidents may be related to the use of an unauthorized and substandard charger. He said that when a phone is being charged, a regular phone charger drops from 220 volts to 5 volts.
The human body can tolerate an electric shock of up to 36 volts, he said.
Tang added that some fake chargers instead direct the 220 volts of electricity to the cell phone and this could place the user at risk of electrocution if the metal part of the charger was not properly insulated.
Another engineer in Beijing disagreed, however, saying that even inferior chargers use industrial insulation materials. There may be another explanation for Wu's accident, he said.
Nigerians Protest Over ‘Child Marriage’ Law
Massive protests have continued to trail the Senate's passage of a resolution to retain the provision of Section 29 (4) (b) of the 1999 Constitution. Under the section, a married underage girl is deemed to be an adult.
Prominent Nigerians and human right organisations took to the social media to protest what they described as legalisation of sexual abuse of underage girls.
The protests were held in parts of the country on Saturday such as Abuja and Lagos among others. Also, petitions were signed to protest the law.
The protesters might besiege all state Houses of Assembly and the National Assembly on Tuesday to call on the Senate to reverse itself.
Those who protested queried why underage Nigerians could not exercise their franchise at the poll but were being subjected to marriage at tender age.
On Twitter, several petition handles were created on Saturday, where users condemned the Senate position.
Lagos-based pastor and motivational speaker, Sam Adeyemi, twitted, "If Islam permits something that the rest of the country and many parts of the world feel is detestable, then it's a serious issue. We cannot take away from a Muslim the right to practice his/her religion."
Former Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nasir El-Rufai, also twitted, "We need your support. Please comment on #ChildNotBride. Criminals, from time, use religion to cloak perversion."
Two of the many tweets by a former Minister of Education, Dr. Oby Ezekwesili, read, "We kid ourselves to think that we can catch up and compete with the rest of the world, when the #GirlChild is constrained.
"I got married at 24, after my first post-graduate. Some think 24 is early but then, I was ready to make sound decisions."
Nigerian actress, Omoni Oboli, also twitted, "I shudder to think I wouldn't be who I am today, if some perverts had convinced my parents to marry me off before I turned 18."
Nollywood actor, Nonso Diobi, stated, "If she can't vote, then she can't marry. A female child should be taken to the classroom, not labour room."
Broadcaster, Mo Abudu, expressed her concerns, saying, "My heart is broken by the news from the Senate on #ChildBrides. This is not the Africa of 2013."
Star reggae artiste, Majek Fashek, also said, "How can a man of 40, 50 or over marry a girl of 12, 13yrs? What kind of paedophilia is this?"
Eme Ewa of Change.org, an organisation described as the world's biggest petition platform, has written an online petition to the United Nations, titled, 'United Nations: Stop The Nigerian Senate From Making Under-Age Marriage The Law!'
I Was Raped in Dubai, Now I Face Prison Sentence - Norwegian Woman
The 24-year-old was convicted and sentenced on charges of having unlawful sex, making a false statement and illegal consumption of alcohol.
Her story is dominating the headlines in Norway, and has raised serious questions over the way women who allege sexual assault are treated in the United Arab Emirates.
Dalelv, who had been working at an interior design firm in Qatar since September 2011, told CNN on Saturday how a work trip to Dubai in March with three colleagues turned into a nightmare.
She said she had been out at a bar with her colleagues and friends, and asked a male colleague to walk her to her room when they returned at 3 a.m. to the hotel. She'd asked him to escort her because the hotel was large and confusing, and she didn't want to be wandering on her own, knowing she'd been drinking, she said.
When they reached a room, she realized it wasn't hers -- but the man then pulled her inside despite her vocal objections, according to Dalelv.
"He dragged me by my purse in, so I thought, 'OK, I just need to calm the situation down. I will finish my bottle of water, I will sit here and then I will excuse myself and say I feel fine,'" she said.
That was pretty much the last thing she said she remembers before the alleged sexual assault. "I woke up with my clothes off, sleeping on my belly, and he was raping me. I tried to get off, I tried to get him off, but he pushed me back down."
After someone knocked -- the hotel wake-up call -- she managed to get dressed and make it downstairs to the hotel reception, Dalelv said. "I called the police. That is what you do. We are trained on that from when we are very young," she said.
Some 10 or 12 male police officers arrived, but no female police officers were present, she said. Statements were taken from both Dalelv and the alleged rapist.
She was then taken to Bur Dubai police station, she said.
After again giving her version of events to officers, Dalelv said, "They asked me, 'Are you sure you called the police because you just didn't like it?' I said, 'Well of course I didn't like it.' That is when I knew, I don't think they are going to believe me at all."
Dalelv says she was taken for an intimate medical exam and tested for alcohol consumption. Her belongings were taken and she was kept in jail for four days, she said, with no explanation as to why.
Dubai police and UAE government officials have not responded to repeated CNN requests for comment.
Dalelv said she managed to call her parents on the third day to tell them she had been raped and ask them to contact the Norwegian Embassy. A day later, a representative from the Norwegian consulate came to the police station and she was released -- but her passport was not returned.
A piece of paper with Arabic text was handed to her, she said. An Arabic speaker told her it listed two charges against her: one for sex outside of marriage and the other for public consumption of alcohol. Both are violations of the law in the United Arab Emirates.
It was the first time she was made aware that she faced charges, Dalelv said.
She was allowed out on bail and has been staying since at the Norwegian Seaman's Center in Dubai.
Subsequently, she said her manager advised her to tell the police it was voluntary sexual intercourse and likely the whole issue would just go away. She followed the advice and in one of the many hearings at the public prosecutor's office, she made a statement saying it was voluntary.
Dalelv was then charged with making a false statement.
"That was my biggest regret because it wasn't voluntary. I just thought it would all go away," she told CNN.
But a representative of Al Mana Interiors, who Dalelv worked for, told CNN that she was not advised by her manager to say the sex was consensual but rather by a police officer, who told her that in Arabic and it was translated into English by her manager.
Dalelv said a month after the rape, while forced to stay in Dubai as the case wound through the legal system, she was fired.
The representative, who declined to be publicly identified, said Dalelv and the Sudanese man she accused -- who is married with three children -- have both been terminated by Al Mana Interiors for "drinking alcohol at a staff conference that resulted in trouble with the police."
A statement released late Saturday by Al Mana Interiors spokesman Hani El Korek said the company was sympathetic to Dalelv "during this very difficult situation." It also said that company representatives were by her side through the initial investigation, spending "days at both the police station and the prosecutor's office to help win her release."
"Only when Ms. Dalelv declined to have positive and constructive discussions about her employment status, and ceased communication with her employer, was the company forced to end our relationship with her," the statement said.
"The decision had nothing to do with the rape allegation, and unfortunately neither Ms. Dalelv nor her attorneys have chosen to contact the company to discuss her employment status."
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The company is owned by Qatari billionaire Wissam Al Mana, who made headlines earlier this year after it was revealed that he has secretly married singer Janet Jackson in 2012.
Dalelv was convicted Tuesday on all three charges and was sentenced to one year in jail for having unlawful sex, three months in jail for making a false statement and one month for illegal consumption of alcohol.
CNN could not immediately confirm what happened to the alleged perpetrator, who was charged with public intoxication and having sex outside of marriage.
Dalelv is scheduled to appear at the court on September 5 to begin the appeal proceedings. Dalelv, who is not allowed to leave the UAE pending the appeal, said her lawyers have instructed her to be prepared to go back into jail while they submit a request for bail while the appeal is ongoing.
As a rule, CNN does not identify victims of sexual assault, but Dalelv went public with her story.
A Facebook page has been set up calling for Dalelv's release, as well as a petition urging the Norwegian government to take action on her behalf.
Her conviction may risk wider diplomatic repercussions.
Norwegian Foreign Affairs Minister Espen Barth Eide called his UAE counterpart, Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed al-Nahyan, on Friday night to protest Dalelv's sentencing, a statement from the Norwegian ministry said.
"I emphasized that we believe that the conviction is contrary to fundamental human rights, including conventions that the UAE have officially ratified," Eide is quoted as saying.
"Norway will continue to do what we can to support her in what is a very difficult situation. Our cooperation with the UAE is strong and good, but I conveyed to my colleague that we are worried that this difficult case may disturb our good relations if we do not reach a good solution in the near future."
Dalelv told CNN she received a call from Eide on Friday reiterating Norway's support.
While Dubai has a reputation as a cosmopolitan city that boasts Western influences, where visitors can drink at bars and restaurants and unmarried couples can share hotel rooms, the country adheres to Islamic laws and traditions.
The United Arab Emirates has been heavily criticized by rights groups, which say it condones sexual violence against women. Human Rights Watch has called its record "shameful," saying it must change the way it handles such cases.
In December 2012, a British woman reported being raped by three men in Dubai. She was found guilty of drinking alcohol without a license and fined.
In January 2010, a British woman told authorities she was raped by an employee at a Dubai hotel. She was charged with public intoxication and having sex outside of marriage.
An Australian woman reported in 2008 that she was drugged and gang-raped. She was convicted of having sex outside marriage and drinking alcohol, and she was sentenced to 11 months in prison.
Culled from CNN
11yr Old Girl Flees Family Over Arranged Marriage, Speaks Out Online
Nada said she was forced to run away and live with her uncle after she was promised to another man.
"They told me that I am engaged, and that my fiancé had already paid them money and brought the engagement ring. They said that I couldn't leave and even threatened to kill me if I went back to my uncle. I'm not an item for sale, I'm a human being and I would rather die than get married at this age. I've decided that I have two choices: to leave or to die. So I chose the first" Nada said in a video that was released online July 8thNada's saving grace is her uncle who has refused to let her family marry her off. Continue...
Her uncle told reporters:
When I heard about the groom, I panicked. Nada was not even 11 years old; she was exactly 10 years and 3 months. I could not allow her to be married off and have her future destroyed, especially since her aunt was forced to marry at 13 and burnt herself. I did all I could to prevent that marriage. I called the groom and told him Nada was no good for him. I told him she did not wear the veil and he asked if things were going to remain like that. I said ‘yes, and I agree because she chose it. I also told him that she liked singing and asked if he would remain engaged to her.'Nada now stays with her uncle, her father's brother, who is against child marriage.
Wednesday 17 July 2013
10 Signs She's Really In Love With You
When it comes to love, and particularly women, men can experience difficulties in deciding if a woman loves them or not.
There are ways to tell if a woman loves you by the way she moves, the way she speaks, and other actions she takes even when she is not with you.
If you are in a new relationship, and don't know how to interpret the signals you're getting from the woman you are dating, here are ten signs she loves you:
1. You notice a change in her appearance
When it comes to a woman who is in love, you will notice a sudden makeover in the way she looks. Her makeup, hairstyle, clothes and accessories will change as she will do anything to try and impress you.
2. She shows genuine concern for you
When a woman falls in love, she will worry about you and won't be able to stay away if she notices you're having troubles. She will let you know that she's there for you in case you need her, and she will be deeply concerned and interested in any problems you're having.
3. She shows you off to family and friends
A woman who really loves a man is proud to be with him and can't wait to show him off to her friends and family. She will constantly talk about you with others and will be deeply interested in wanting to know your parents and your friends.
4. She makes sacrifices for you
Another sign that she really loves you is when she takes the time to be with you and to do the things you love to do. It is easy for her when you do the things she likes to do, but if you've noticed that she's given up these normal activities to be with you, it's an indication that she cares about you a great deal.
5. She talks about the future with you
A woman in love will talk very excitedly about the future, making plans regarding it and telling you about the things she wants the two of you to do together. She will make subtle hints while imagining building a future with you in it.
6. She does unexpected, yet pleasant things to surprise you
It's in a woman's nature to want to give to the people she cares about. If she begins doing things like showing up at your workplace with lunch, buying you meaningful gifts, straightening up around your apartment, cooking you dinner, or helping with your laundry, she is very likely in love with you.
7. She touches you frequently
A woman in love enjoys being physically close to the person she appreciates so much, so you should guess her feelings from reading her body language. She will touch you often, rest her hand on your arm, massage your back when you're together and she might even have goose bumps when she's near you.
8. You are the only guy she's focused on
If she's in love with you, she won't be bothered with dealing with other guys, as you're now the only one she focuses her attention on.
9. She wants to be around you as much as possible
A woman in love won't think twice about clearing up her busy schedule for you. She will postpone her appointments, be late for meetings, and skip classes at a moments notice to spend as much time with you as possible.
10. She wants to know intimate details about you
A woman in love will show a lot of interest in the life of a particular guy, so if she starts being extremely curious, sincerely and profoundly interested in every aspect of your life, asking about your day, wanting to know everything about your childhood, your family, and things that happened in your life that made you the man you are today, it's a very good indication that she loves you.
6 Habits to Start Developing From Day 1 of Your Marriage
It's never too early to start a love-sustaining habit. This is what many newlyweds don't realize. Early in your marriage is the best place to start putting into place powerful ways to communicate and treat one another. Too many couples take it for granted that they can slide along during the newlywed phase of their relationship.
There is a feeling that nothing can ruin that amazing love you're feeling now. The bond you and your new spouse share seems impervious to the challenges that drag down and tear apart others' relationships. This belief leads many to get sloppy and that means trouble... often sooner rather than later.
A recent survey by the Marriage Foundation showed that it's actually the early years of a marriage that a couple is most susceptible to a breakup instead of down the road. This means it's even MORE important to start your marriage out healthy and close from day one.
Incorporate these 6 beneficial habits into your daily married life!
1. Prevent icebergs. What happens when chilly water gets even chillier? It becomes ice and, with the right conditions, it can form an immense iceberg. If you've ever had a bitter disagreement with your partner, you've felt the chill we're talking about. Don't allow unresolved arguments or hurt feelings to grow. They will become immense and destructive if you let them and they'll destroy your marriage. Prevent "icebergs" byaddressing problems when they first develop. This doesn't mean you pounce on your partner every time he or she gets quiet or is in a bad mood, but do take the time to sit down together and sort out a misunderstanding or conflict as soon as you notice it.
2. Ask this question... The vast majority of us tell ourselves stories. We try to understand other people and situations by filling in the blanks with guesses and assumptions -- and most of the time our stories are completely untrue. This causes heartache and hard feelings (on both sides) in your marriage.
Develop the habit of asking your partner this question instead: "Please tell me more."
When used as a request for more information and not a demand or interrogation, these words can help you move away from your stories and toward the facts. This leads to a lot less drama and a lot more connection.
3. Be honest. There are big lies that spouses tell one another about who they had lunch with at work, who they were chatting with online and how many times their ex texted them yesterday and these definitely demolish trust and can lead to divorce.
There are other lies that get told too and they are just as damaging. "Little" white lies that may seem to protect your partner's feelings are habit-forming and would be wise to stop doing now. Be honest with yourself about how you really feel and what you really want and then find a way to communicate that to your partner.
4. Be kind. Being honest doesn't have to mean you are blunt, harsh or hurtful. You can be loving and respectful AND truthful whether you're talking about every day topics or big and sensitive ones. Don't take your partner's love for granted by treating him or her worse than you would your best friend.
Use polite words when speaking to (and about) your partner and refrain from hurtful teasing or sarcastic comebacks when you're irritated or bothered. When you stay aware of how you're feeling and you soothe yourself when you get upset, it's easy to be kind... and to remain close to the one you love.
5. Appreciate. You've probably heard too many times how important it is to regularly show your appreciation to your spouse. IT IS!
It's just not always easy to do. This is perhaps one of the most crucial habits you can develop from day 1 of your marriage. Challenge yourself to find 3 things each day that you can genuinely appreciate about your partner and/or your marriage. These can be very small and seemingly insignificant things that make you smile, feel supported, loved or that make you life a little bit easier.
It's best to share your appreciation with your partner in some way, but it has to be felt on the inside first and once you start looking for the good stuff, it's not difficult to see and celebrate.
6. Have fun. Speaking of celebrating, don't allow the perceived seriousness of life stand in the way of you and your partner enjoying each other. Yes, deal with the painful and annoying issues that come up in your relationship, but intentionally set out to have fun together too. Have silly, smile-inducing and don't forget passionate... fun.
United Kingdom Legalises Same Sex Marriage!
Britain legalised gay marriage on Wednesday after Queen Elizabeth II gave her royal assent to a bill approved by lawmakers, the culture ministry said.
Same-sex couples will be able to marry from next year after Prime Minister David Cameron pushed the legislation through against the will of dozens of his own Conservative lawmakers.
Members of parliament cheered as they were told the historic bill, pushed through by Prime Minister David Cameron despite opposition within his own party, had passed into law.
The first gay weddings are expected in the middle of next year as the government is sorting out issues such as the impact on pensions.
“This is a historic moment that will resonate in many people’s lives,” said Culture Minister Maria Miller, whose department was responsible for the bill.
“I am proud that we have made it happen, and I look forward to the first same sex wedding by next summer.”
Lawmakers in parliament’s lower House of Commons formally approved the bill on Tuesday night, a day after the upper House of Lords gave it the nod.
The queen’s assent, given in her capacity as head of state, was then announced in both chambers of parliament on Wednesday, at which point it became law.
“I have to notify the House in accordance with the Royal Assent 1967 that Her Majesty has signified her Royal Assent to the following acts… Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Bill,” John Bercow, the speaker of the House of Commons, told MPs.
The cheers that greeted the news belied the stormy passage that the bill had through parliament, during which many of Cameron’s Conservative lawmakers opposed it.
AFP
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