Baskadia

Dinner With John

John and I had a conversation ahead of my birthday, during which we reflected on our journey and the transformations we've experienced. We also discussed the state of the nation, noting the recent civil strife and unrest, and shared our thoughts on the future of the country. NOTE: the space below is limited for details, but I have tried to capture the essence of our conversation.

NASA’s James Webb telescope gets hit by a micrometeroid...

Astronomers everywhere have high hopes for NASA's James Webb telescope. It's supposed to give us an insight into the first stars and galaxies that ever formed and into the atmospheres of potentially habitable exoplanets. That is why NASA and its partners had engineered it to be able to withstand harsh situations, such as being bombarded by micrometeroids flying at extremely high velocities. Between May 23rd and May 25th, a micrometeoroid that's larger than expected hit one of the telescope's pri

Smile... A facade

He walked down the street. Shoulders held high and a song on his lips. Looking Serene, thoughtful and alive. His starch pressed clothes gave a sense of class. Heads kept turning with everyone he passed. Oh what happy guy! They thought and sighed. His heart so burdened but yet still beating. His mind so troubled but yet he kept moving. His mood so shaky but he still put up a front. No one else knew, but his creator. And yet we all assume , all smiles show happiness.

Memories

MEMORIES I lowered myself into my chair as I pressed my pen shakily on the 5th page of my diary. It is true when they say that memories last a lifetime and hunt us forever. There were so many uncertainties going through my mind but if I was ever going to let go, I have to tell this story. The weather was mild and cold. I could feel the breeze as it rippled through my new school uniforms. I was only 12 but I could pass for a 10-year-old. It looked like it would rain anytime soon. As I walked my w

CROWN YOUR FELLOW BEAUTIFUL...

Crown your fellow woman beautiful, don't talk her down simply because you are married and she's not, that your husband is richer than hers, that you have kids and she doesn't, that you made it in life and she's still struggling should never give you reasons to talk your fellow woman down. Crown her the queen that she is even when you know that you're higher than her. No woman is ugly, no woman is useless. Jealousy, envy and hatred has entered into your heart to destroy a woman like you. Love her

Life...

The beauty of life is it's mystery It's humour, an excitement We know not what the future holds But we are eager for it

NEWLY APPOINTED GOC 6 DIVISION, MAJ. GEN.EMMANUEL EJIM -EMEKAH ASSUMES COMMAND...

Major General Emmanuel Ejim-Emekah has assumed command as the 11th General Officer Commanding (GOC), 6 Division, Nigerian Army (NA). Expectedly, he will double as the Land Component Commander (LCC) Joint Task Force (South South) Operation DELTA SAFE. Major General Emekah assumed command following military formalities and courtesies at the Division Headquarters, Port Harcourt Barracks today Friday 24 January 2025. The new GOC, while delivering his maiden address thanked the COAS for his appointme

These thoughts...

Have you ever been driven mad by thoughts?

Poem:feelings...

Poem: "Feelings " By (S. Shabeer) Feelings force me to cry, Makes me to joy, And also the feelings which compells Me to drop into the pool of affliction. My mind's notion is in motion, When realities smacking, Then heart and mind's combat begins, Which sundered me melancholy.

Two very important things...

Time and relationships are the very important thing in the world. Do not lose these. Will not come back again. Very precious.

You...

If he can know how much I love him.

Calmness

Stay calm control yourself.

Words...

Words can never be reality... The man who knows that life and death takes place in every breath, then also knows that reality can not be words, neither imaginations nor past present, neither it can be intellect.... Strong words may stir the heart of foolish superficial men, but the reality is never dependent on words...

US Weighs Google Breakup in Historic Big Tech Antitrust Case

The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a major antitrust case against Google, accusing the company of using its dominance in search and advertising to stifle competition. The government argues that Google’s deals with companies like Apple, making its search engine the default on devices, harm consumer choice and innovation. Google defends its practices, claiming its success is due to the quality of its services.

The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental...

The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setback, or failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience? Every one of us has faced and/or is facing obstacles in life. Different circumstances such as personal dilemma, family problem, health issues either physical, mental or emotional, financial hardship, school projects or other kinds of stuff in school, self-growth and more. Despite the

Tales of an African woman...

Once upon a time in a small village nestled in the heart of Africa, there lived a remarkable woman named Nia. Nia was known throughout the land for her unwavering strength, resilience, and indomitable spirit. From a young age, Nia was taught the ancient tales and legends that were passed down through generations, revealing the wisdom and power of African women. These tales spoke of queens who led their kingdoms with grace, warriors who fought fiercely to protect their people, and healers who pos

The Essence...

I am tired of searching for essence in the maze of bodily sensations... I feel so lost when I come back from any experience of objects and subjects... Where is the essence in those rigid formations... The turbulent energy waves of the body flung me high up in the air and made me fall hard on the ground next moment.... Yet again and again I forsake the essence in order to get the momentary satisfaction... Deep down everything tells me "not this not this", yet I embrace every nuisance of mine in t

The Psychology of Money: Debunking Myths and Revealing Truth...by AKIN PHILIP T.F

Money, a ubiquitous element in our lives, is not just a medium of exchange but also a powerful psychological force that shapes our thoughts, behaviors, and emotions. The psychology of money is a complex topic that delves into how our beliefs, attitudes, and decisions are influenced by financial factors. In this article, we'll explore some common myths about money and unveil the underlying truths that guide our relationship with it. Myth 1: More Money Equals More Happiness It's a prevalent belief

SILENT DEATH...

Snake toxin is a perplexing combination of proteins and chemicals that shift from species to species. It fills various needs like immobilizing and processing prey, and at times, shielding against possible dangers. The following are a couple of instances of various kinds of snake toxin: 1. Neurotoxic Toxin: Toxin from snakes like cobras and mambas contains neurotoxins that focus on the sensory system. These poisons block synapses, prompting loss of motion, respiratory disappointment, and at last

The Ego...

Obviously the ego is the most precious here..a globe of amalgamation of energy threads, so complicated that the breath tries to undone it every moment...it doesn't even know when it have become that artificial globe of thread, ever entangled in its action, compassion and passion....... Simplicity is the "silence", which is freely flowing energy in space, yet without existence of "ego"- a depreciation and disturbances in flow how can ever we sense the flow. In the play of energy from being static