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South African police and soldiers have used rubber bullets to enforce lockdown after hundreds of shoppers gathered outside a supermarket in Johannesburg. The incident came on Saturday, the second day of the 21-day lockdown that was ordered last week by president Cyril Ramaphosa to contain the spread of the coronavirus. South Africa has recorded more than 1,100 cases of Covid-19, a steep rise in recent days. So far, it is believed only one death can be attributed to the virus. South Africa’s total number of cases is the highest on the continent, though it also reflects much more extensive testing and tracing than elsewhere. There have so far been 3,924 cases in the continent, according to the African Union’s Centre for Disease Control, though experts say the figures are a gross underestimate. Most African countries have now imposed measures ranging from shutting schools and banning religious services, to strict lockdowns such as that in South Africa, where all but essential workers must stay home, with only trips to buy groceries or seek medical attention allowed. All restaurants, fast-food outlets, pubs, bars and taverns will be shut and transportation of alcohol has been banned. Ports, land border crossings and airports are effectively shut to enger traffic. Zimbabwe is the latest country to impose a full lockdown, which will come into effect on Monday. The country’s limited healthcare system would be rapidly overwhelmed if the virus spread among a population already weakened by malnutrition and diseases such as tuberculosis. Drugs are already rare, with even paracetamol hard to find in Harare, the capital. Though the new restrictions have been largely respected in South Africa, police and soldiers have adopted a muscular approach to defiance. In the incident on Saturday, between 200 and 300 people had gathered in a tight-packed crowd outside a popular grocery store, Shoprite, in Yeoville, a crime-prone area in Johannesburg’s central business district. Soldiers wearing face masks and gloves also patrolled Alexandra, a township in northern Johannesburg, and officials said 55 people had been arrested on Friday. “These are people who don’t have a good will, people who are doing exactly what they were told not to do,” Bheki Cele, minister of police, said. “We are staying at home now. Before we were going to the shops, but the soldiers are beating people so everyone is inside now,” said Emily Ndemande, a domestic worker who lives in Alexandra. Other ministers praised “enormously high levels of cooperation by tens of millions of South Africans who have followed the call by the president to stay at home.” Billionaire Patrice Motsepe announced that his group of companies would donate 1bn rand (£45.5m) to help fight the coronavirus outbreak that has forced the country into total lockdown as infections climb. Motsepe, who is the president’s brother-in-law and head of investment firm African Rainbow Capital, said the money would be channelled through the government to build water, health and education facilities. The pledge follows a 1bn rand donation each by the Oppenheimer and Rupert families, and a government package of more than 3bn rand for industrial firms. It comes a day after the country saw its sovereign credit rating downgraded to “junk” status. Though South Africa has a young population, and Covid-19 is deadlier among older people, there are millions who are vulnerable because of HIV or malnutrition. The healthcare system has long had an acute lack of resources and critical facilities remain extremely limited despite recent efforts to expand capacity. The situation is considerably worse elsewhere in the continent. Health officials across Africa know hospitals can deal with only a fraction of those needing care if the virus spreads through crowded cities, remote villages and among vulnerable populations such as refugees, malnourished people or those with HIV and other chronic conditions. Officials in Mali, which has a population of over 17 million, vociferously denied a report saying they had no ventilators available, explaining that in fact they had 56. Governments across Africa have turned to the police or army to enforce lockdowns which deprive millions of their livelihood. In Kenya, where there are currently 38 cases of Covid-19, police fired teargas at a crowd of ferry commuters in the port city of Mombasa and officers were captured in mobile phone footage hitting people with batons. Amnesty International condemned an “excessive use of police force ahead of the curfew that began on Friday night”. Kenya’s interior ministry issued a statement saying the curfew “is meant to guard against an apparent threat to public health. Breaking it is not only irresponsible but also puts others in harm’s way.” Source https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/mar/28/south-africa-police-rubber-bullets-shoppers-covid-19-lockdown
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'God Has Not Given Us a Spirit of Fear': Bieber Urges Fans to Turn to Jesus When Battling Anxiety Justin Bieber is opening up to fans about his battle with anxiety and how he relies on God to cope. "Don't stop fighting - the battle has already won," he wrote in a heartfelt message on Instagram Thursday. "Fight for what you love and who you love don't let fear and anxiety win...God has not given us a spirit of fear but of power love and of a sound mind!" Bieber said, quoting 2 Timothy 1:7. Related 'Marriage Is Really Hard': Hailey and Justin Bieber Open Up About Their Relationship in Vogue Cover Story Justin Bieber Engaged to Hailey Baldwin: Here's What She Says About Knowing God Justin Bieber Reaches Out for Prayer, its His Struggle: 'God Is Faithful and UR Prayers Really Work' Justin Bieber Surprises Coachella Crowd, Leads Fans to Worship God Although the pop star has been very open about his faith in Christ, he says he still struggles with his identity as a child of God. He recently reached out publicly for prayer, itting his struggle with depression in the aftermath of years of wild living. But he told fans a few weeks ago that "God is faithful and UR prayers really work." Now he's continuing that conversation on Instagram saying, "I haven't believed the truth about myself - I haven't believed I am loved - I haven't believed I am forgiven it's a hard thing for me to wrap my head around. I hang my head in shame and I wallow in sadness about the people who have betrayed me." Then he put the focus on Jesus. "Jesus has given me freedom and the pursuit of getting to know his character is never ending. God's character never changes - he is the same yesterday now and forever. He is always good! I won't be afraid to be vulnerable before him.. his power is made strong in our weakness. God isn't afraid of your pain and your brokenness he actually welcomes it. Come to me all who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest! these are words from Jesus!" He encouraged others to put their trust in Jesus as well. "There is hope and it's in him!! He loves and cares for you! For God so loved the world that he gave his only son so that whoever believes him won't die but have eternal life! You are that whoever and he accepts you as you are!! He loves and forgives you and welcomes you into his arms every time you mess. He is a perfect and loving God who adores you!" Bieber regularly uses his huge social media platform to share the gospel message with his more than 100 million followers. He recently married model Hailey Baldwin, who told Vogue magazine in 2016 that she believes God has given her fame to "not be quiet about Him, but to reach people and inspire people." https://www1.cbn.com/cbnnews/entertainment/2019/may/god-has-not-given-us-a-spirit-of-fear-bieber-urges-fans-to-turn-to-jesus-when-battling-anxiety 1 Like |
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'An Islamist War Against Jesus': How This Imam Is Fighting Radical Islam to Build Peace with Christians, Jews Muslim author Mohammad Tawhidi tells CBN News' Sr. International Correspondent George Thomas that America must do more to challenge countries like Saudi Arabia and Iran for their and funding of Islamic extremism. Mohammad Tawhidi calls himself an "Imam of peace" and is urging fellow-Muslims to Christians and other people of faith who routinely suffer for their beliefs. "We are all brothers in humanity before brothers in faith," Tawhidi told CBN News. Related Muslim Tells Christians: 'We Tried Warning You,' It's Time to 'Wake Up' about Threat of Radical Islam abubakral-baghdadiap ISIS Leader Appears in Video for First Time in 5 years, Praising Sri Lanka Church Massacre As ISIS Claims Responsibility for Sri Lanka Church Bombings, Official Claims Retaliation for NZ Mosque Massacre Tawhidi is a third-generation Iranian-born Muslim from Australia and author of The Tragedy of Islam. He uses his Twitter and Facebook s to warn the world about the growing dangers of radical Islam. "If Christians don't wake up, if Christians leaders don't wake up, then we Muslims who fled from extremists can't help you anymore," Tawhidi told CBN News in an interview. "We tried warning you." Tawhidi says out-of-control multiculturalism and political correctness are allowing radical Muslims with their dangerous and deadly ideology, to flourish. "When we come to the West and try to warn the governments and intelligence agencies about what is happening, about the people we fled from, we have this new political correctness agenda that tells us that 'oh, we are the racists, we are the ones who are traitors and the extremists need to be understood and embraced'." This week, he was in Canada taking part in ceremonies commemorating the Holocaust. Imam Mohamad Tawhidi ✔ @Imamofpeace I flew to Toronto to light the candles of #YomHashoah2019, with over 20 faith leaders, at the first multi-faith commemoration of the Holocaust. May the rest of the world stand in solidarity with the Jewish People. Thank you to the @CanadianFSWC on this historical achievement. 1,392 4:21 AM - May 3, 2019 · Toronto, Ontario 383 people are talking about this Twitter Ads info and privacy "I flew to Toronto to light the candles of #YomHashoah2019, with over 20 faith leaders, at the first multi-faith commemoration of the Holocaust," Tawhidi wrote on Twitter. "May the rest of the world stand in solidarity with the Jewish People." This is rather a remarkable transformation for a Muslim who reportedly just a few short years ago had very different view of Jews. "Five years ago, I used to curse them," Tahwidi itted. "Today I am standing in solidarity with them." Dov Hikind, former New York state assemblyman and a Jewish American, recently wrote about Tawhidi saying: "I'm proud to call @Imamofpeace Imam Tawhidi a personal friend as well as a friend of the Jewish people and an advocate for a peaceful humanity. He's someone who has well internalized the lessons of #neveragain and has much to teach people from all faiths and backgrounds." Tawhidi responded, writing: "You are Jewish, and I am Muslim. We are on the same path, just on different lanes. Side by side we will take on the enemies of humanity." As you can imagine, fellow-Muslims have ridiculed him for building relations with Christians and Jews. "My friends asked why I changed teams?" Tawhidi asked rhetorically on Twitter recently. "As though they didn't know why," he retorted. "For many years we have been lied to {that} 'the Jews are the enemy, kill them.' And I do not want to be in a position where I have to 'kill Jews, or shoot their children; even in a laser tag game," he wrote on Twitter. And now he's coming to the defense of Christians who are being persecuted in unprecedented numbers around the world. "We are all human beings," Tawhidi told CBN News. "If I don't side with you against ISIS that wants to kill both of us, then what is my purpose in life." Shortly after the Islamic terror attacks in Sri Lanka, Tawhidi tweeted, "If you are silent about #SriLankaAttacks, know that this is an Islamist war against Jesus. Pick a side. I am standing with Jesus." Imam Mohamad Tawhidi ✔ @Imamofpeace If you are silent about #SriLankaAttacks, know that this is an Islamist war against Jesus. Pick a side. I am standing with Jesus. 28.4K 4:13 PM - Apr 21, 2019 12K people are talking about this Twitter Ads info and privacy Looking back, Tawhidi says he's horrified at how his Muslim faith has treated people of other religions. "When I was 12, our fledgling Muslim community in Australia bought a Church and converted it into a Mosque," he wrote on Twitter. "The Imam gathered us all to wash the inside of the building with running water to purify it from the 'impurities of the Christians.' I was scrubbing all night. How pathetic." Imam Mohamad Tawhidi ✔ @Imamofpeace When I was 12, our fledgling Muslim community in Australia bought a Church and converted it into a Mosque. The Imam gathered us all to wash the inside of the building with running water to purify it from the “impurities of the Christians.” I was scrubbing all night. How pathetic. 10.6K 11:19 PM - Apr 27, 2019 Twitter Ads info and privacy 3,708 people are talking about this Tawhidi applauded President Trump this week when his istration announced plans to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a foreign terror organization. Such a designation would make the Muslim Brotherhood and its partners vulnerable to harsh economic and travel sanctions imposed by the US. "The Muslim Brotherhood is the most organized extremist terrorist organization on this planet," Tawhidi told CBN News. "Yes, I do {the decision} and more power to President Trump." https://www1.cbn.com/cbnnews/us/2019/may/an-islamist-war-against-jesus-how-this-imam-is-fighting-radical-islam-to-build-peace-with-christians-jews |
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1. Too many diverse tribes in the nation 2. Selfish interest, once he is of your religion you would likely him even if he was "made in hell" 3. Most Nigerians would rather struggle to death - we are so hopeful 2 Likes |
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Thus he continues on a repeat tour just like his first term, touring for what?
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Dating Etiquette Rules Women It’s been a great night of drinks, dinner, and conversation, but the evening is coming to a close as the bill is finally brought to the table. Questions start to flood your mind: Do I offer to pay? Did I do everything I could have to impress my date? Will there be a second date? Dates can be stressful, especially first dates, but by following some dating etiquette, a woman can relax and enjoy the experience. Here are some guidelines to help you handle awkward situations involving the bill, and some other general dating advice for women. How to Handle the Financial Aspect of Dating Who should pay the bill when you go out on a date? What can you order on the date? It all depends on how long you’ve been dating, and how far you are into the relationship. The financial aspect of dating is much different for a first date, for example, than it is for a fourth or fifth date. First Dates Most men will pay for first dates, but some won’t pay or expect the woman to pay for her share. Here is some advice for a woman going on a first date: Go Prepared. Even if the man asked you out by offering to pay for your dinner, bring enough money to pay. The man may forget his wallet, or be unable to fully cover the bill. Perhaps he intended to split the bill from the beginning. Or maybe the date just doesn’t go well, and he no longer wants to pay for your share. With so many possibilities, it’s a good idea to carry cash with you and be prepared to take care of the bill if necessary. Be Considerate of What You Order. A first date is not the time to order the most expensive item on the menu, or to order multiple courses and pricey drinks. By the end of the date, you may quickly decide that the guy is not right for you. It would be inappropriate to let him know you are not interested, after he just spent half his paycheck on you. Be Mindful of the Restaurant You Pick. If the man asks you to pick the restaurant, choose a moderately-priced restaurant or find restaurant discounts and coupons. Don’t select an expensive restaurant, and don’t ask to go to a fast food restaurant, either. You do not want the man to have to pay for an expensive dinner, and you do not want to insult him by selecting a cheap restaurant. Subtly Offer to Pay. While most men will pay, it is important to make sure that the man knows you did not just go on the date for a free dinner. Some men will be insulted if you offer to pay, so you need to subtly hint that you are willing to pay. For instance, when the check comes to the table, reach for your purse. Chances are that the man will tell you not to worry about it as he reaches for his wallet. Just thank him, and let him know that you appreciate his gesture. If he doesn’t stop you, don’t be offended. Simply offer to split the bill, which is fair. Subsequent Dates Ladies, after you have been on your first date or two with a man, the rules change a little. Do not expect the man to continue to pay for nice dinners and evenings out, even though some men will still pay. Here is some advice as your dating relationship gets more serious: Continue to Offer to Pay. You always want to arrive prepared, and if this is your second, third, or fourth date, the man may or may not allow you to pay, but at least you have shown that you are willing. It all depends on his belief system, how he was raised, and his current financial situation. If you find out that your personal belief system about how men and women should split the bills on dates doesn’t match with his, perhaps this is where the relationship ends. Communicate. If you continue to date this gentleman, there may be a time when you feel it is right to discuss the financial aspect of dates. A conversation about how bills are split on dates helps both of you to understand what to expect. If this is going to be a lasting relationship, this may be the first of many difficult conversations about finances, and it is important to open the lines of communication from the very beginning. Do What Works as a Couple. In this modern era of working women, there are a lot more options when it comes to paying for a date. Essentially, it’s about what works best for each individual couple. Perhaps you decide to take turns paying, or perhaps the man decides he always wants to pay. The key is to communicate about money, so that there are no hard feelings. General Dating Etiquette for Women Although the financial aspect of dating has changed drastically in recent decades, it is just one aspect of dating etiquette. Here is some more general etiquette advice for women going out on dates: Give Him a Chance. You may have had a long week at work, and you may be tired of the dating scene, but if you have agreed to go out on a date, you need to put your best foot forward. The man you are going out with may have been looking forward to this date all week, and perhaps had to step out of his comfort zone to ask you out. Have a good attitude and an open mind while you are on the date. You could end up having the night of your life. Dress to Impress. You may not feel like dres or trying to impress your date, but he may be expecting more than jeans and an old t-shirt. If a man is buying you a nice dinner or dres for you, show your appreciation by freshening up before you go on your date. It is a nice gesture, especially since men really enjoy seeing the woman they are taking out all dressed up. Arrive on Time. Unfortunately, women are known for being late. Show your date respect by arriving on time. If you know you will be running behind, call ahead to let your date know. That way, he is not wondering if you have bailed. Don’t Talk About Old Relationships. There is no bigger turnoff than a woman talking about her old boyfriends. If you say something positive about an old boyfriend, it shows that you ire him and may still have feelings for him. On the other hand, if you say something negative, how does your date know that you won’t do the same to him? Don’t Dominate the Conversation. Another turnoff is when someone dominates the conversation, so make sure you give the man a chance to talk about himself. That is also the only way you will get to know him. Don’t Talk About Marriage or Children. If you talk about marriage or children, you may come off as too desperate, and it may scare your date away. Show your date some respect by avoiding a pushy subject, such as marriage, too early in your relationship. Don’t Drink Too Much. First of all, if the man is paying, he will pay for all your drinks, which will quickly add up on the bill. Secondly, you don’t want to come off as though you have a drinking problem, which may be a red flag for the man. Most importantly, you need to make sure you are thinking straight. If you are out on a first date with a man you do not know, you do not want to make yourself vulnerable by having too much to drink. Be Interested in Him. You may not find his profession as an ant or computer programmer riveting, but make eye and show him that you are interested in what he has to say. Hopefully he will show the same respect for you. Don’t Play Games. It takes courage for a man to step out of his comfort zone and ask out a woman, so be honest and straightforward with him. Don’t play games by acting as though you are interested in him, or not interested in him. Don’t Chase Him. Don’t rush the relationship or try to move along the relationship at an uncomfortable pace. Let the man be the pursuer, and wait for him to you. Women are sometimes ready to express their feelings much earlier in their relationships than men are, so don’t pressure him to express his feelings prematurely. Be Honest. Don’t give the guy the runaround if you know it is not going to work out, and don’t avoid the subject of a second date if you need to tell him that you won’t be going on one. Be honest, and do it at the end of the first date or soon after. That way, he doesn’t get his hopes up and expect a second date. End the Date if Necessary. If the date is going on too long, and you are ready to go home, it’s okay if you end the date. Just say that you are ready to call it a night. If you do not plan on going on a second date, don’t hint that a second date is a possibility. There is no reason to carry on the date through coffee and dessert if it is miserable and not going anywhere. Your date may appreciate your honesty, and the end to a rough night. Final Word The most important piece of dating etiquette for a woman is to be respectful of the man you are dating. Be respectful of how you treat him, and be respectful of his wallet if he is paying. If you respect him, he will respect you, and hopefully that will lead to a long and happy relationship together, lasting much longer than a few dinner dates! What are your thoughts on dating etiquette for women? Should women pay for dinner on the first date? https://www.moneycrashers.com/dating-etiquette-rules-women/ PS. I learnt a lot from this and I guess if you are a young lady you would ever be respected by any man if you can score up to 75% of the tips recommended by this author. 1 Like 1 Share |
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Thanks Senor, but I didn't write it. I found it and felt we all could learn something. Would post another one that talks directly to 'sisters'. SenorFax: |
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First Date Etiquette Tips To Always (For Guys And Men) 1. Open doors for your date without making any grand gestures -- this is just what you do. 2. Compliment your date. It could be their shoes or a simple, "you look lovely". 3. Be waiting for her when she arrives so she's not standing around on the street or in a bar looking expectant. 4. Dress well. A collared shirt and good chinos or jeans and shoes (not thongs) if you are going out, as a minimum. 5. Offer to pay. Better yet, excuse yourself before the end of the evening to pay the bill out of sight. It's a stylish touch. 6. Ensure she gets home safely by seeing her into her ride and asking her to let you know when she is home. 7. An intoxicated date is unattractive and unhelpful company. 8. Phones off. The greatest compliment you can give a person is your undivided attention. Drinking is part of the fun (and helps break the ice), but avoid going overboard. Ladies 1. Feel free to get the door for him or her and if they get there first. A simple "thank you" is appropriate. Don't gush -- you always hold the door or have others hold it for you. 2. Respond to compliments with a simple "thank you". 3. With your outfit choice, leave something for the imagination. If it's a special occasion, choose one feature to accentuate -- legs, shoulders, decolletage, but never all three. 4. If you are uncomfortable with your date picking up the bill, offer to get dessert or cocktails at a new venue. 5. Avoid being drunk. 6. Keep your phone on silent and out of sight. The most interesting person is right in front of you. Unless you're showing your date a cute cat video, get off the phone. When it comes to eating on a date, Musson has a few top tips, as well as some very clear no-nos. "It's always safer to order a dish you are unlikely to spill, splash, drop or wear, and this is usually something that requires a knife and fork," she said. "So forget the spaghetti and go with penne, and take the steak over the snails." Thanks to modern dating, we're less inclined to fine dine in a quiet, stiff restaurant on a first date and pick a casual eating setting instead. Opting for a more relaxed date can help ease the nerves and take off the initial pressure and awkwardness. "Dining out is all about having a relaxed dining experience and bonding with your companion, so if you are worried about table manners, go somewhere relaxed where there's minimal fuss and less display forks," Musson said. If you don't want the awkwardness that comes with a fancy dinner, by it and choose a more casual venue. As for food faux pas on a first date, Musson said there's one in particular which everyone should avoid at all costs. "Don't order for her unless she has told you what she would like," Musson explained. "Saying 'steak for me and she'll have salad' is not acceptable." Other date and dinner faux pas, according to Musson: Never lick your knife, no matter how good the gravy. Don't try to impress the waiter. They are there to help -- ask their opinion if you're not sure. Don't play with your hair, nails, face or phone at the table. Keep the table top clear. Pause during the meal, it's not a race. You should put your cutlery down every three mouthfuls. Read more here https://www.huffingtonpost.com.au/2016/09/09/first-date-etiquette-tips-to-always--for-guys-and-ladie_a_21468623/
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And you may go unique by trying Fellow lawbreaker, offender, villain, delinquent, malefactor, culprit, wrongdoer, transgressor, sinner; More young offender, juvenile delinquent; felon, thief, robber, armed robber, burglar, housebreaker, shoplifter, mugger, rapist, fraudster, swindler, racketeer, gunman, gangster, outlaw, bandit, terrorist, bioterrorist, narcoterrorist, ecoterrorist, cyberterrorist, agroterrorist You can also use any of these words. |
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Since the noise about that "This is Nigeria" song is still on and so many are Yeah to the song, I think it is fair to address this post as I so did. Henceforth, I suggest we hands to address Nigerians as "Fellow criminals". |
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By the way what's your business bringing situations that happened in your organisation to social media? And this is a medical professional delivering blow by blow of a patients misery as if it was a football commentary. Shame. |
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Not now ... 1. Security-wise this isn't well thought out 2. What's the aim of the repeater of the story and that of the person who shoved this to the front page? This thing of spreading religious / potentially divisive tribal info on NL is too much. |
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