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Tuesday, 15 March 2016

HOW TO CLEAN YOUR MAKEUP BRUSH

3 Products That'll Clean Your Makeup Brushes And Save Lots Of Time Confession: most of us would rather buy a brand new set of makeup brushes than clean the ones we already own. Washing the bristles to remove build-up and dirt without getting water inside the handle can be such a tedious task. Not to mention, if you don't scrub well enough, you'll have to start the process all over again just to get the job done. Thankfully, there are a few time-saving tools that really clean makeup brushes. From a handheld, multi-textured palette to an oversized mat that adheres to your bathroom sink to a washing machine-like device, your filthy makeup brushes will look practically brand new in no time. Real Techniques Brush Cleansing Palette This bright pink silicone palette slips right onto your hand like a glove, allowing for better control as you swivel around makeup brushes onto its textured surface. Plus, it comes with two trial packets of the Real Techniques Brush Cleansing Gel. We recommend packing this tool in your luggage or handbag for on-the-go cleaning. Shop Real Techniques Brush Cleansing Palette, $15 Sigma Spa Brush Cleaning Mat The Sigma Beauty Mat looks strikingly similar to the palette above, but what makes it stand out is its patented seven-textured design that makes it easy to clean eye, lip and face makeup brushes. You don't have to worry about it slipping all over the place because of its secured suction cups, and it'll fit right onto most sinks. Shop Sigma Spa Brush Cleaning Mat, $25 Lilumia Brush Cleanser Do you want to be more mindful about eating healthy foods that’ll keep your mind and body at their best? Sign up for our newsletter and join our Eat Well, Feel Great challenge to learn how to fuel your body in the healthiest way possible. We’ll deliver tips, challenges and advice to your inbox every day.

President Obama's Body Image Comments Will Melt Your Heart

President Obama's Body Image Comments Will Melt Your Heart File this under: Love, love and more love. President Barack Obama sat down with ballerina Misty Copeland for an eye-opening conversation with Time. Both pioneers in their respective fields, the pair chatted about obstacles they have overcome, issues of race and their legacies. After pointing out the sheer absurdity that Copeland's body is considered "athletic" or "large" in the ballet world ("You're tiny!" he said), the president was asked if he notices that same body image pressure with his two daughters, Malia, 17 and Sasha, 14.  Theo Wargo via Getty Images The proud father, who reportedly got choked up talking about his children at last week's state dinner, explained it's his wife Michelle -- and his relationship with her -- that promotes a healthy body image for the two young women. “The fact that my daughters have got a tall gorgeous mom who has some curves, and that their father appreciates, I think is helpful," he said. "I do think that culture’s changing for the younger generation a little bit more… But it’s still a challenge.” Sigh. Never change, you two.            

The Underwear Every Celebrity Wears on the Red Carpet  With the weight of award season upon us, we have to wonder: What sort of underwear do all these celebrities wear with their gorgeous gowns? The brand that gives such a seamless look is one that's easy to find and shop: Commando. Commando is more present on red carpets than any other underwear brand out there. According to celebrity stylist Karla Welch, who has dressed clients like Olivia Wilde and Zooey Deschanel, “Commando is the basis for all of the looks we create. It’s simple, smart, and it’s this little secret that’s available to everyone. It’s rocket science for underwear." Celebrity stylist Mel Ottenberg, who styles Rihanna, agrees: “When it comes to thongs, I always choose Commando. They don’t show, even when the dress is totally sheer and you’re going to see everything.” If it works for Rihanna, Zooey, and Olivia, it works for us! Scroll down to see and shop great Commando underwear!

Sasha And Malia Obama Sit Through Their Parents' Party Looking SO Grown

President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle hosted a small, intimate dinner party at their home Thursday night, as they've done many times over the course of his presidency. But, unlike the state dinners that have come before, this one was different. For the first time, Sasha and Malia Obama were invited to join the festivities. Looking absolutely stunning and so grown up, Malia, 17, and Sasha, 14, sat through their parents' boring party with poise and elegance. Sasha wore a braided updo with a red gown with sheer paneling: And Malia took a cue from her mom in a strapless, embellished dress and side-swept hair: While we sit here and admire the girls from afar, the Washington Post reports they got an especially sweet shout-out from the guest of honor, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. “I admire you very much, both of you, for your extraordinary strength and your grace,” Trudeau told Sasha and Malia during his speech, adding that their childhood in the White House will give them “strength and wisdom beyond your years for the rest of your life.” Now, all we want to know is, what did Malia and Sandra Oh (above, seated to Malia's right) talk about?!  Michelle, Sasha And Malia Obama's Cutest Moments        

Glowing Skin Is What's Trending On This Week's Best Beauty List

Glowing Skin Is What's Trending On This Week's Best Beauty List A radiant, healthy-looking complexion never goes out of style.  If we could look sun-kissed year-round, we'd be ecstatic. But in reality, we're either layering on thick moisturizers or exfoliating with scrubs to stave off dry, dull and flaky skin. Our skincare goals may require a lot of work, but we know it's all worth it when we see celebs with radiant complexions that are actually easy to achieve. Victoria's Secret model Jasmine Tookes looked like she just returned from a tropical vacation to attend the brand's Swim viewing party in New York City. "The Danish Girl" actress Alicia Vikander sat front row at the Louis Vuitton show during Paris Fashion Week with her lustrous locks and skin. And Jessica Alba embraced spring beauty to celebrate the launch of The Honest Company's Springtime in Paris Diaper Collection. Check out these celebrity beauty looks below and more along with our tips to get your glow on. Jasmine Tookes  Michael Stewart via Getty Images OK, we get that Tookes looks picture-perfect here. But before you scoff at the idea of recreating the model's rosy glow, just know that it is possible. Apply 1-3 small pumps of Josie Maran Vibrancy Argan Oil Foundation Fluid with a makeup sponge, starting at the center of your face and working outwards. Jessica Alba  Dimitrios Kambouris via Getty Images We can't decide what we love more, Alba's effortless blowout, bronzed complexion or that breezy white dress. After soaking up some sun safely, you can maintain your glow by lightly dusting on La Mer Limited Edition Bronzing Powder. Alicia Vikander Dominique Charriau via Getty Images Vikander looked brilliant from head to toe at the Louis Vuitton show. The simple, yet sophisticated hair and makeup complement the actress' natural beauty. Benefit Cosmetics Dew the Hoola Liquid Bronzer is a new matte bronzing product that works perfectly on the face, neck and décolletage. Natasha Liu Bordizzo Dominique Charriau via Getty Images We couldn't help but notice Italian-Chinese actress Natasha Liu Bordizzo at the Louis Vuitton show as well with her super shiny waves, which accentuated her dewy skin. Proof that healthy hair and skin go in tandem. Look out for Dr. Jart Every Sun Day Illuminating Sunscreen at Sephora this month, as it combines UV protection, makeup primer and strobing cream in one. Padma Lakshmi Slaven Vlasic via Getty Images What a stunner! Author/TV host Padma Lakshmi visited Sirius XM studios in New York City sporting her signature beachy waves, gorgeous complexion and coral lip gloss that matched her dress perfectly. Don't forget to add some shine to your lips! Try Buxom Cosmetics Full-On Lip Cream in Berry Blast to copy this look. Do you want to be more mindful about eating healthy foods that’ll keep your mind and body at their best? Sign up for our newsletter and join our Eat Well, Feel Great challenge to learn how to fuel your body in the healthiest way possible. We’ll deliver tips, challenges and advice to your inbox every day.

CBN gas explosion: Police confirm 3 dead, 10 in critical condition

CBN gas explosion: Police confirm 3 dead, 10 in critical condition The Cross River Police Command has confirmed three persons dead and 10 in critical condition due to Friday’s gas cylinder explosion at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) in Calabar. Mr John Eluu, the state Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), disclosed this on Saturday in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). Eluu said 20 members of staff of the bank were injured in the explosion which occurred at about 11 a.m., while two others were in critical condition. As of yesterday, being Friday, 20 CBN staff members were injured and two were in critical condition immediately after the gas explosion. We have been monitoring the situation closely and I can confirm to you that three of the victims are dead, while 10 are in critical condition. Investigation is still ongoing to unravel the cause of the explosion.We will continue to monitor the victims as we pray for their survival and quick recovery’’, he said. The PPRO dismissed the rumour in some quarters that the explosion was a detonated bomb blast by Boko Haram insurgents. I wish to say categorically that the explosion was not a bomb blast by Boko Haram insurgents as it is being rumoured in some corners. Our men from the Explosive Ordinance Department were on ground at the scene of the accident. Their investigation shows that it was a gas cylinder explosion from one of the units in the building that caused the blast”, he explained.

U.S. accuses Uganda of rights violations after presidential poll

U.S. accuses Uganda of rights violations after presidential poll Uganda has persistently violated the rights of its citizens and media in the aftermath of last month’s presidential election which saw President Yoweri Museveni retain power, the United States said. Reuters reports that the comments are the latest sign of deteriorating relations between Western powers and Uganda, an ally in the fight against Islamists in the region. U.S. State Department spokesman John Kirby in a statement condemned Uganda’s repeated detention of opposition figures and harassment of their supporters. He said that the government’s interference in a challenge of the poll results is, “unacceptable activities in a free and democratic society”. The United States and Uganda have a long standing and strong partnership that has contributed to the stability and prosperity of the region. “We are concerned that the Ugandan government’s recent actions could endanger the economic and political progress that has enabled our relationship to grow,” the statement said. Reuters reports that Uganda’s electoral commission declared Museveni, 71, who has been in power since 1986, the winner of the Feb. 18 election with 60 per cent of the vote. Kizza Besigye, who came second with 35 per cent and rejected the results as fraudulent, has been under virtual house arrest for weeks. A second challenger, former Prime Minister Amama Mbabazi, has filed an official challenge to the results,” Reuters reports. Mbabazi said his lawyers’ offices were raided soon after filing the challenge. The government has denied any involvement. Museveni has endeared himself to the West by contributing thousands of troops to a peacekeeping mission in Somalia. He has also been credited with bringing relative peace and economic growth to Uganda, a prospective oil producer. But critics say Museveni has not done enough to raise more Ugandans out of poverty or address widespread corruption. Monitors from the European Union (EU) have criticised Uganda for creating an “intimidating atmosphere” around the vote and have said the electoral body lacked transparency and independence.

U.S. doctor with Lassa fever moved to Atlanta from Togo

U.S. doctor with Lassa fever moved to Atlanta from Togo Lassa-feverAn American doctor with a suspected case of Lassa fever, working with missionaries in Togo, has been moved to an isolation ward at an Atlanta hospital on Friday, an official said. Lassa fever is a deadly hemorrhagic disease similar to Ebola. The patient, who has not been identified publicly, was being flown in a specially equipped aircraft from Togo and was expected to arrive at Emory University Hospital this weekend, officials said. The isolation ward is where Emory successfully treated four Ebola patients in 2014, said Dr Bruce Ribner, Director of Emory’s Serious Communicable Disease Unit. “The take-away from this for the public, is that there is absolutely no risk to anyone. We have shown that we can handle Ebola and this is a lot less communicable.” “Lassa fever has been endemic in Africa for many years, with up to 300,000 infections annually. “Only about 3 per cent presenting symptoms severe enough need hospitalization. “Of those hospitalized, about 20 per cent of the cases are fatal, compared with a 70 per cent rate for all patients who catch Ebola, which is transmitted through blood and bodily fluids. “With Lassa, most of the people who get it never even know it,” Ribner said. An outbreak of Lassa fever is now underway in Nigeria, according to the World Health Organisation, and it is starting to spread to nearby countries including Togo. According to a WHO statement, 159 suspected cases of Lassa fever and 82 deaths were reported between August 2015 and January 2016. “Some media reports have said as many as 101 people have died as of February. “Like Ebola, Lassa causes a severe fever with bleeding. It is most commonly transmitted to people from rodent excrement, and it can be transmitted from person to person by contact with blood or bodily fluids,” Ribner said. He said the hospital will take every precaution and that the public should not be alarmed. “You can’t catch it like you get the common cold. We can handle this,” he said.

Celtic back on track after nervy win at Firhill

Celtic back on track after nervy win at Firhill Celtic survived a nervy finish as they ended a two-game winless run in the Scottish Premiership with a narrow 2-1 win over Partick Thistle at Firhill on Saturday. The home side were without a victory against Celtic since 1995 but they held out against the Hoops until the 45th minute when Leigh Griffiths sent a shot on the turn past Tomas Cerny for his 35th goal of the season. Celtic added another in the 54th minute when Callum McGregor fired home from a tight angle to put the Scottish champions on course for victory. However, Thistle set up a tense finale when Sean Welsh netted a 85th minute penalty after Steven Lawless had been fouled by Erik Sviatchenko as Thistle ended a six-game goalless run against Celtic. The win restores Celtic’s four-point advantage at the top of the table over Aberdeen, who take on Kilmarnock later on Saturday. “I thought we won in a good way. We had a lot of chances and could have killed the game a bit earlier,” Celtic manager Ronny Deila said. “I think the boys worked very hard, especially when we went 1-0 up and we played better and better.” Partick Thistle manager Alan Archibald rued his side’s missed chances. “I was happy enough with the first half apart from the goal we lost,” Archibald said. “Before that we had a half chance ourselves then Kris Doolan had a chance and we saw the other night against Aberdeen that you need to take your chances.” At Firhill, Dedryck Boyata’s suspension meant Charlie Mulgrew moved into the centre of defence to partner Sviatchenko while Nir Bitton replaced the injured Stefan Johansen. Partick Thistle had suffered 22 consecutive defeats against Celtic so it was no surprise that the Hoops started the stronger of the two sides with Cerny diving low to stop a diving header from Griffiths early on. Gary Mackay-Steven then stabbed a cross from Kris Commons wide before McGregor dragged a shot wide from the edge of the box as Celtic looked for an early goal. However, it wasn’t all one-way traffic with Craig Gordon scrambling to keep a Liam Lindsay effort from 25 yards from sneaking into the top corner. The home side then had a great chance to end their goal drought against the Hoops when Doolan evaded a couple of challenges to break into the box but Gordon was quick off his line to block his shot. With the game heading to the break it was Celtic who made the vital breakthrough. Mackay-Steven swung the ball into the box from the by-line and Griffiths took a touch to control it before spinning round to lash the ball low past Cerny, who couldn’t keep it out despite getting a hand to it. Celtic only needed nine minutes of the second half to add another. Mackay-Steven was the architect again as he held up the ball before slotting it through for McGregor who evaded the challenge of Dan Seaborne and fired an angled shot past Cerny. A brilliant save by Cerny denied Celtic a third in the 73rd minute as McGregor sent Griffiths through on goal but his strike was blocked by the keeper’s leg before substitute Colin Kazim-Richards blasted the rebound wide. Thistle pulled one back from the penalty spot in the 85th minute. Sviatchenko’s tug on Lawless’ shirt saw referee Stephen Finnie point to the spot and Welsh sent Gordon the wrong way to reduce the deficit.

TRUMP

CHAOS: TRUMP RALLY SHUT DOWN Thousands Of Protesters Swarm Chicago... 'Pushing And Shoving' Inside Rally... Thundering Cheers... 'We Stumped Trump!'... 'I've Never Seen Anything Like This'... 5 Arrests... 2 Officers Injured... Trumps Claims He Is A 'Unifier'... 'I Don't Incite Violence'... FLASHBACK: Offers To Pay Legal Fees Of Violent Supporters... Slams Protesters.

MAMA DAUGHTER LOVE

Annie Idibia and her mum cover the maiden edition of Impelling Africa Impelling Africa Nigeria is out with its maiden Issue and Special Motherhood Edition featuring beautiful Annie Idibia and her mom, Grace Essien as its cover page personalities. This edition which is themed around the strength of women and joy of motherhood focuses on the trials and triumphs of both mother and daughter as mothers and as entrepreneurs. The revealing interview brings to limelight the great bond between these two as it is seen behind the scene and on camera. The issue also features MTV Shuga cast, Jemima Osunde where she talks about juggling her career and education and a special feature of Ayodele Dada as man crush of the month. This maiden edition is super packed with educating articles on womanhood and motherhood.

WOMEN EMPOWERMENT

I am such an addict when it comes to Women Empowerment.I am not a feminist but i actually love it when women have the interest of other women at heart. Okay, this is what happens when i attend programs: I smile from my seat and take notes and communicate with those seated close to me without any form of bias. Too meet the Organizers of such events could feel cumbersome. I had a lovely time learning how to trust God more, be patient and have a clean heart towards others, in order words Don't sit in your bedroom and all you can think of is cursing your boss or wishing him/her evil. You will simply hurt yourself. Instead put it to productive use. Linda Ikeji is such a humble, warm and beautiful lady, she actually inspired me to get a blog of my own A big thank you to Mr Babajide Aroyewun he helped me to launch this dream to a reality and Mr Ademola Babatunde who helped with the technical papparazzi. I was elated seeing Linda today, Although,she came almost an hour late but i wasn't cross with her because she entered the hall with a great aura and her humility is electrifying. She also offered refreshment to over 1000 women in the hall. Weldone Linda, may God bless you and continually water you. During the course of the program her sister Laura walked in and the whole hall was lit. she is a super extrovert and so free minded. Linda's Dad, brother and other sister were also present alongside her friends and colleagues. I learnt something from this: Wherever, wherever, whomever you are now and become someday, Never ever take the accolades all to yourself because it is God that deserves it and he alone can direct you appropriately. @linda ikeji Thank you and God bless.

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