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Rituals, Risks, and Raw Intestines: A Story That Ended in Poison
2025-09-08 19:46

I’ve seen some strange things in my life. Things that make you pause and wonder if people are wired the same way across the world. One of those moments was back in my childhood. …

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Nature vs. Nurture: What Really Shapes a Child’s Appetite?
2025-09-03 19:42

Earlier today, I was struck by how differently children approach food. My 20-month-old daughter nearly finished a portion of noodles that may satiate an adult, while my 6-year-old …

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When Science Gets Personal: My Take on Nigeria’s “One in Four” Paternity Truth
2025-08-25 10:53

I just stumbled on a statistic that feels both surreal and deeply, deeply human. According to the [2025 Annual DNA Testing Report](https://thenationonlineng.net/1-in-4-nigerian-men…

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The Myth of the Vanishing Pregnancy
2025-08-19 20:01

I was going through my usual early-morning routine of scrolling through my X's timeline on this not-so-special day, when I came across a post that nearly made me choke: >An 8 mon…

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The Evolution of Human Thought: Are We Outsourcing Our Minds to AI?
2025-08-16 18:28

As I prepare my students for their O-level exams, I’m struck by a sobering realization. The brightest among them often read to pass, not to understand. Their brilliance shines in m…

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A Midlife Wake-Up Call: My Dad’s Heart Disease and a Chilling Moment with My Sister
2025-08-14 08:10

Losing my dad to a heart-related disease left a wound that still feels raw. It all started with those inexplicable fainting spells. Moments when he’d collapse without warning, le…

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Bill Gates: The Philanthropist, the Innovator, and the Lightning Rod for Controversy
2025-08-12 15:04

Bill Gates, the co-founder of Microsoft and one of the world’s most influential philanthropists, has long been a polarizing figure. Once celebrated as a tech visionary and global h…

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Crafting a Biopesticide from Snail Shells – A Nigerian Agri-Tech Breakthrough
2025-08-07 19:39

Imagine standing in the midst of a thriving snail farm, only to watch in horror as ruthless red fire ants swarm your precious hatchlings and jumbo snails. This was the reality fo…

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The Great Mosquito Debate: Should We Wipe Them Out or Let Them Buzz?
2025-08-03 14:26

As I sit here, swatting away at an imaginary mosquito, I find myself diving headfirst into the age-old question that has been plaguing those of us in the mosquito-endemic regions o…

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Camel Tears: The Desert’s Unlikely Antidote to Snake Venom?
2025-08-01 09:48

In an age where misinformation spreads faster than a sandstorm, it’s our job to dig through the noise and unearth the truth. Recently, a claim has been making waves across platfor…

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Of Glyphosate and Feminized Men: A Growing Concern or Just Hysteria?
2025-07-29 14:07

Yesterday, I stumbled on a thread on X that honestly made me roll my eyes at first glance. Someone had linked the so-called feminization of men to glyphosate, the infamous weedki…

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Rethinking Electric Vehicles: Are They Really Green?
2025-07-27 12:17

A few nights ago, I stumbled across a video online that got me thinking. It featured a small electric vehicle, modestly built, but sporting something remarkable. The cute car had …

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Why Don’t Orcas and Wolves Attack Humans?
2025-07-20 14:28

I remember watching a viral video a few months ago. It was one of those jaw-dropping nature clips that leave you questioning everything you thought you knew. A paddleboarder was …

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A Lesson in Natural Pest Control
2025-07-18 11:59

I stumbled on [the video](https://x.com/DudespostingWs/status/1944615339158847767) almost by accident. It was a quiet evening, the kind where you scroll mindlessly through your X …

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Plastic in Our Plates: How Nigerian Foods May Be the Unexpected Cure
2025-07-14 11:05

It was just another evening in my kitchen. A pot of okra soup was simmering on the stove, the aroma rising in waves of comfort and nostalgia. As I dipped a piece of amala and prepa…

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The Smartphone Dilemma: Are We Trading Convenience for Cognition?
2025-07-11 10:39

As someone who often marvels at how seamlessly my smartphone integrates into my daily routine - emailing on the go, checking the weather while brushing my teeth, or doom-scrolling…

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Nigeria’s Ginger Crisis: Biological Attack or Supply Chain Collapse?
2025-07-09 10:36

A recent X post by user [@pshegs](https://x.com/pshegs/status/1941886312216219803) has stirred a storm of concern and suspicion around Nigeria’s ginger industry. The post reads, i…

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Why Hospitals Should Never Be for Profit: My Personal Awakening and the Science That Backs It
2025-07-05 17:24

It’s hard to stand beside a hospital bed and not feel utterly helpless when the person lying there is someone you love. I’ve been in that place more than once. I lost my wife to co…

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Homemade Organic Herbicides: A Sustainable and Effective Weed Control Solution
2025-06-30 10:31

As an environmentally conscious gardener, I've always struggled with the dilemma of weed control. My compound isn't paved, and during the rainy season, weeds seem to reappear with…

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[EN/PT] Electric motor fault detector
2025-06-27 03:02

<div class="text-justify"> # [EN] I recently started a master's degree in Electrical Engineering, focusing on research into the early detection of faults in electric motors — be…

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