Regulating Marijuana would make America safer and healthier?

There appears to be a shift in the United States in favour of relaxing marijuana laws, a topic that has dipped in and out of the national conversation for decades. Public perceptions about pot have come a long way, from the dire warnings of "Reefer Madness" to growing acceptance of medical marijuana.

NOKIA Unveils New Tablets and 'Phablets'.

 
Former mobile phone leader Nokia beat new rival Apple at its own game late on Tuesday, revealing a tablet computer and two big-screen smart-phones at an event in Abu Dhabi.

Meet Apple's New iPad Mini With Retina Display, Prices Start At $399.

 

Considering that Apple’s invitation proclaimed that there was “a lot to cover” today, it comes as no surprise that the announcement train is still chugging along. And after the usual weeks of leaks and speculative hype, Apple’s Phil Schiller has finally unveiled the new iPad mini on-stage at the Yerba Buena Center in San Francisco.

Liberia Launches Palava Hut Peace Program

 

President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf has officially launched the National Palava Hut Program meant to promote and consolidate lasting peace and harmony throughout Liberia.- All Africa.

4 Docked For Rape In Ado-Ekiti.

 

The police in Ado-Ekiti on Tuesday arraigned four men-Ogundola Dayo 24; Akomolafe Gbenga, 27; Ayeni Oluwaseun, 29; and Seye Banjo, 24-before an Ado-Ekiti Magistrates’ Court for alleged rape.

Genevieve Magazine's 'Iconic Edition', Has Onyeka Onwenu On Cover.

Onyeka Onwenu the award-winning singer/actress and politician is on the cover of the October edition of monthly women’s lifestyle and fashion publication ‘Genevieve Magazine’. Photo: Instagram

NEW MUSIC: Mama Africa - Bracket

The leading Highlife duo Bracket, drops a new song titled “Mama Africa”. The song, which is a dedication to all the beautiful ladies of African, praises the beauty and charm of the African woman.

FG's Position on ASUU Strike: Federal Ministry of Finances' Press Release

Contrary to some recent media reports, the Federal government has not adopted a take-it-or-leave-it approach in its negotiations with ASUU. Rather, the approach is focused on positive engagement and achieving sustainable solutions to the challenges facing higher education in the country. That is why President Goodluck Jonathan recently appealed to ASUU to respond to government’s positive steps by calling off its strike in the interest of suffering students and parents.

Ivory Coast Gets $50 Million From World Bank, Business Climate

 

Improvements made to position Côte d’Ivoire’s government as more transparent — and their business climate as sunny — the World Bank’s International Development Association has approved a $50 million credit, Newstime Africa reported.

Where The Sidewak Ends, Chalk Art Begins.

 

It all started with Madonna -- the original Madonna -- and the 16th-century Italian artists who paid tribute to her with chalk and pastel artwork they drew directly on the street. Madonnari, as the artists came to be called, made a living traveling from town to town and collecting coins from people who admired their work.