Facts – The Secretary Bird
The Secretary Bird is a large bird of prey that is native to Africa. It is known for its distinctive appearance, with long legs and a crest of feathers on its head that resembles the quill pen behind the ear of a 19th-century office worker, hence the name “Secretary Bird”. The bird is also known for its unique hunting style, which involves stomping on its prey with its powerful legs until it is dead. The Secretary Bird is the national emblem of Sudan and appears on the country’s coat of arms. These raptors of sub-Saharan Africa’s savannas, grasslands, and shrub lands stand at nearly four feet tall—and standing is often how you’ll find them, because they primarily move around on foot. They fly only when necessary, such as to reach their nest in the trees and for courtship displays. The secretary bird is distinguished by its long legs and a dramatic black crest of feathers on the back of its head. ts body is covered in whitish-gray feathers, with two long, black-tipped tail feathers. Its bare face is usually yellow, orange or red. The top half of its long legs has black feathers, so it looks a bit like it’s wearing bicycle shorts. The lower half is covered with scales and has barely visible feathers. While it’s not known for certain where the name “secretary bird” comes from, one explanation is that they’re named after 19th lawyer’s clerks, or secretaries. Secretaries typically wore gray coats and knee-length black pants, and they would tuck quill pens behind their ears, similar to the bird’s coloring and head feather Another theory is that “secretary bird” is an English-language corruption of saqr et-tair—roughly meaning “hunter bird” in Arabic— a phrase one traveler claims to have heard Arabic-speaking people in Sudan call it. That explanation, however, has been called into doubt by some experts.
Facts – Green Chilli, Antidote for Lungs Cancer
Green chillies contain phytonutrients that relax the respiratory passage and reduce the chances of lung cancer along with prevention of problems associated with lungs such as Asthma, Cough and cold . However, a study found that capsaicin, the pungent compound in chili peppers, can successfully stop lung cancer metastasis . It is important to note that these are not definitive treatments for lung cancer A new study finds that capsaicin, the pungent compound in chili peppers, can successfully stop lung cancer metastasis. According to the American Cancer SocietyTrusted Source, lung cancer is “by far the leading cause of cancer death among both men and women” in the United States. The Society also estimate that 228,150 people will develop lung cancer and 142,670 people will die from the condition in 2019. Most deaths occur as a result of the cancer metastasizing, or spreading, to distant parts of the body. New research suggests that there may be a nutritional compound that can hinder this process of metastasis. Capsaicin, which is the chemical compound that gives chili peppers their pungent flavor, stopped lung cancer metastasis in rodents and cultured human cell lines. Piyali Dasgupta, Ph.D., from the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine in Huntington, WV, is the senior investigator of the new study. Jamie Friedman, a doctoral researcher in Dasgupta’s lab, is the first author of the paper. Green Chilli An Indian Meal is incomplete without Green Chilies as it is the main ingredient in any Indian recipe. You only need to slice, chop, slit or dice and mix it with the other ingredients or even garnish your food with this hot chili. Famous for its bitterness and heats it produces, after having a stalk of chilly is quite a known fact. There are mainly majorly three kinds of chilies available which are Black Pearl pepper, Bishop’s crown pepper, and black Hungarian pepper. Green Chillies has many health benefits and is also rich in a number of vitamins and minerals. Capsaicin is a chemical present in chilies, which helps the body in many ways which are listed below. Interestingly, India is the largest consumer, producer, and exporter of the green chilies in the world. Let us find out benefits of eating green chilies daily more about this hot and steamy food condiment.
Entertainment – Rema Sets A New Record For Nigerian Music On “The Billboard End Of The Year Charts”
Rema has once again set a new record for Nigerian music with his latest achievements on the Billboard end-of-the-year charts for 2023. The singer, who made numerous appearances on the end-of-the-year charts for 2023 released by the media outlet, set a new record as he became the first Nigerian artist to have an album chart on the Billboard 200 year-end chart with his debut album “Rave & Roses” at number 157. This was, however, not Rema‘s only appearance on the year-end charts for 2023 released by Billboard; the singer was also ranked on the following charts: Billboard Top Artistes Year-end chart – 41 Billboard World Albums chart year-end – Rave & Roses -3 Billboard Hot 100 year-end – Calm Down (remix) – 6 To say Rema had a successful 2023 is no understatement, as the singer has continued to set new records and break the barriers that exist as the Prince of Afrobeats.
Entertainment – Just Like Bros J, Oladips Finally Resurrects Back To Life After 8 Days
Rapper Oladips has resurrected back to life after declaring himself dead 8 days ago. The former LRR rapper, Oladips placed the whole music industry on a mourning level after faking his own death after he shared a press release announcing his own death on Instagram. The question “Where is Oladips now” became an anthem. 2 days after we all thought he was dead, Qdot posted a picture of him and said he was alive, this came as a shock to everyone, and Oladips close friend also shared a screenshot confirming it. It all turned out to be a Prank death just to promote his recently released album “Superhero Adugbo” – although Oladips failed to post anything on his page or even talk about his album. But today, the Super Hero finally resurrected, as he shared a video of himself on his Instagram story, and also took downloads of content on his Instagram page including the fake death press release he posted. In the video shared, it was seen that Oladips was with his mum in her house and the rapper has also cut off his dread, and his now looking like he’s going through something. You can listen to his album HERE
Music – Omah Lay – Holy Ghost
Nigerian singer-songwriter, Omah Lay has released a brand new song titled, “Holy Ghost.” The new Omah Lay song ‘Holy Ghost‘ arrived shortly after he performed it at his concert in Paris a week ago. It follows the release of his album “Boy Alone Deluxe” which was dropped a few months ago. Omah Lay is known for his melodic and relatable songs and “Holy Ghost” is not an exemption. In addition, the new song is a masterpiece that should be on your playlist. The song was produced by Lekaa. Listen Here