Thursday 31 October 2013

10 warning signs your relationship is getting you depressed

                         
Remember: depression can be a disorder of power. When your partner takes away your power to make personal decisions or at least to contribute jointly to decisions, depression can be imminent.

Depression can come from a disorder of power. If you are feeling powerless in your relationship, either in general or because of a particular problem, odds are high that depression will creep into your emotional state. Depression can feel like you are under a perpetual dark cloud. It also causes uncharacteristically negative thoughts about yourself, others and your future. If you are feeling powerless, experiencing dark moods or noticing unusually negative thoughts, it might be time to check out the patterns of communication in your relationship and see if your relationship is the reason.

Here are 10 relationship warning signs to note. Fortunately, there are actions you can take to combat each of these dangers. Danger signs aren’t the kiss of death for a relationship. They do, however, warn you to take adequate safety measures. Also, be aware that women and men are equally likely to experience depression in relationships.

1.You feel dominated. Depression can emerge when you feel smaller and less powerful than the person you are interacting with. Not all power differences create depression. For instance, while a parent has most of the power in a healthy parent-child relationship, as long as the parent uses this power to nurture rather than to dominate over the child all will be well. Similarly, employers have more power than employees. In loverelationships between two adults though, shared power is healthier.

Top 5 myths about weight loss

                           
1: Exercise makes you eat more and gain weight
We think that all our hard work at the gym will sabotage our weight loss efforts, as we end up eating more after we exercise. Tim says, ‘every little bit of exercise can help in shifting unwanted flab.’ According to various researches, exercise is the best way to reduce body fat. The mantra is, the more you move, the more you lose.

Spirit and Life Devotional: COME AND SEE

In the book of Revelations, John was continually told to "Come and see." Revelations 6:1,3,57. John said, "After these things I looked, and behold, a door standing open in heaven. And the first voice which I heard was like a trumpet speaking with me, saying, "Come up here, and I will show you things which must take place after this." Revelations 4:1

Here's what Jesus said about the Holy Spirit, "When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all truth. He will not speak on his own but will tell you what he has heard. He will tell you about the future." John 16:13 NLT

Wednesday 30 October 2013

Will Smith and Wife, Jada Pinkett Smith Have Officially Separated


The rumours of a separation or divorce of this couple has been there for years but they have both denied it. In 2011 there were rumours that Mr. and Mrs. Smith were on the verge of divorce but shortly they were seen holding hands and the rumours died down.

Now Radar Online is reporting that Will Smith and wife Jada Pinkett Smith have separated  and are leading separate lives. The magazine is reporting that Will Smith is in New Orleans filming a movie and has been there ever since September. His ex Sheree Fletcher is also in town, although no one is speculating that the two are together.

5 Simple Ways to Beat Hypertension


1. Potassium: Many studies support the fact that regular consumption of potassium rich foods can help to lower and control blood pressure. Good sources of potassium include fruits and vegetables like potatoes, spinach, tomatoes, bananas, oranges and dry fruits.

2. Calcium: Calcium is needed for contraction and relaxation of heart muscles, thereby making it an essential nutrient for fighting hypertension. Low fat milk, yogurt, green leafy vegetables, almonds, sesame seeds and tofu form some of the good sources for calcium.


10 Unexpected Things Men Find Sexy

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By Maggi Romney-Dias

What do men find sexy? Women have been trying to answer this question since the dawn of time. Yet there is still so much that we don't know. Some of the things that men find attractive are pretty obvious, but some of what men find sexy is a bit more mysterious. I did some asking around and found out some unexpected things men like - it turns out, the answers varied incredibly among the men I talked with. Just as women find different things sexy, so do men.

Read on to find out what men find attractive as well as what moves turn men off. You'll be as surprised as I was! 

Ladies, 8 signs you are deep in his FRIEND ZONE

                             
1. He calls you “dude”.
One of the most surefire signs you are in the friend zone is the way he calls you. If he refers to you in the same way he refers to his male friends and treats you like one of his mates, you should probably abandon any romantic fantasies.

2. He talks to you about other girls
While confiding in each other might be a good sign, if he openly talks about other girls or asks for your advice in matters of the heart, you can take it as a sign you have been friend zoned. He would definitely not bring up his lady friends, if he had deeper feelings for you.

OJ Simpson Set to Become a TV Evangelist After Prison Release


It is reported that OJ Simpson will become a televangelist to spread the Word of God. This is according to his manager, Norman Pardo. His manager claims that OJ has been seeking God while in prison, has become very religious and gives Bible Studies to other inmates. He says that a white supremacist had even converted to Christianity with the help of Simpson.
In 1995 Simpson was on trial for the murder of his wife, Nicole Simpson and her boyfriend, Ronald Goldman. He was acquitted and had been a free man till he was found guilty of armed robbery and kidnapping charges for a separate incident, he has spent the last five years behind bars at the Lovelock Correctional Center in Nevada.

Jim Iyke Caught in Pregnancy Scandal


It is alleged that Nollywood Star, Jim Iyke is caught in a pregnancy scandal. He has been in a relationship with Ghanaian actress Nadia Buari but its alleged he was playing on the side with a girl named Nancy Alofinaka who is a top Lagos business man’s daughter and has gotten her knocked up.


Well, lets see how this plays out.

Baby's Incredible Response to His Mother's Singing [WATCH]



The mother of this 10-month old gave a private concert for her adorable daughter when she sang "My Heart Can't Tell You No". The baby’s emotional reaction is incredible. 



Spirit and Life Devotional: God Knows

Acts 15:18 NKJV says, "Known to God from eternity are all His works." Think about that for a moment. Here's what it's saying; that very long before God created the world, He knew all that He was going to do in the world, from its beginning until its end. Let's personalize it: what it means is that long before God created you, He knew all that would happen in your life, from your birth till your death! God knew there would be a time in your life when you would have no job and be single; and He already made provision for them somewhere along the line! Hold on a while, keep following His leading, and you will walk right into them at the appointed time!

Tuesday 29 October 2013

Watch Out! 7 moments that make or break relationships


1. Your First Kiss
Your first kiss is going to become the stuff of family lore, which you will pass on to your children in later years. Pay attention. You don’t want to miss a thing.

2. The First Time You REM-Sleep Together
Sleeping (as in REM-sleeping) together is one of the moments that make or break a relationship. This could be your future-every-night. So keep your eyes peeled for any instances of snoring or sleepwalking. And, if you’re sure he’s worth it, this might be the time to invest in a really comfy sofa.

Health is Wealth: 15 effective ways to prevent heart disease

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1. Walk for health:
Chief Cardiologist with the Columbia Asia Hospital, Dr. Anil Bansal says, “Brisk walking for 20-30 minutes daily is considered the best option to prevent heart ailments.” It is important to stay physically active. Walking pumps the heart rate, improves blood circulation and oxygen in the body; walking also strengthens the heart. Walking also lowers pressure, body fat and improves sugar in the blood.

Spirit and Life Devotional: Our Help is in The Name of The LORD


After Moses died, the kings of the Hittite, the Amorite, the Canaanite, the Perizzite, the Hivite, and the Jebusite, on hearing about the death of Moses gathered together to fight with Joshua and Israel with one accord (Joshua 9:1-2).

Those kings thought that Moses was the key man in Israel, and that without Moses, both Joshua and the Israelites were doomed. Though Moses was instrumental to the victories and successes of the Israelites, those kings did not realise that it was not all about Moses, but because there was a God in Israel giving them victories. God had told Joshua that He would be with him as He was with Moses.

Monday 28 October 2013

Lady Gaga Goes Gaga! She Gets Completely Naked On Stage [PHOTOS]


Lady Gaga
It appears that the singer known for pushing the envelope when it comes to dressing and wardrobe has grown tired of clothes altogether. Remember when she wore a meat dress (yes, a dress made of meat!) to an award show? 

Anyway, she was performing at a club in London over the weekend and during the performance took off her clothes completely. 

See the pictures after the cut 

RoundUp: 9 Great Auditions from Talent Shows in US and UK [WATCH]

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We’ve all seen one of those auditions that you had to go back and watch over and over. These are nine from the UK and US shows. I will put together one for Nigerian talent shows so stay tuned. 

This is in no particular order.


Watch and enjoy; leave comments too

1. Deandre Brackensick on American Idol



Guys, look out for these: 5 ways to know she's into you


1. She makes eye contact:
If you haven’t met yet but catch her looking at you then glancing away, then checking back to see if you’re still looking at her … this is a sign, gentlemen! Even better: She keeps you in her keen peripheral vision (8 to 4 o’clock) or dispatches her friends to covertly track your moves. Yes, this sounds totally juvenile, but it never changes — no matter how old she is. Just make sure she’s actually staring at you, not the Mahendra Singh Dhoni look-a-like next to you (or Dhoni himself, because nothing’s more embarrassing than responding to her glances with your best sexy look only to find you’re standing under the TV set during a good game).

Spirit and Life Devotional: The Way, The Truth And The Life


Thomas said to Jesus, "Lord, we do not know where You are going, and how can we know the way?" Jesus said to him, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me." John 14:5-6

Many people agree that there is one God, even though they may want to call Him different names. But what they are wrong about is that we all, that is, Christians and members of all other religions, are worshipping the same God. Amazingly, even some Christians and Church leaders think so too! That's so not true! That you think you are worshipping God doesn't mean you are worshipping Him, it has to be according to the mode He prescribed.

Drink Responsibly: 5 Healthy Drinks for Diabetics


1. Milk:


Pros: Rich in vitamins and calcium, milk contains healthy culture that improves the digestive tract.

Cons: This liquid is rich in calories and carbohydrates.

Tips:
- Milk contains calories but you can always shift to skim milk or low cal milk.
- Almond and soy milk are good alternatives to full cream cow milk.
- Apparently camel milk helps reduce insulin level, but you can try this at your own risk.



Sunday 27 October 2013

Julianne Hough apologizes for Wearing "Uzo Aduba's Character" as Halloween Costume


Julianne Hough, actress, singer and dancer better known for being the ex-girlfriend of Ryan Seacrest committed an atrocity by wearing “blackface” with her Halloween costume.

The 25 year old actress was attempting to embody the character played by actress Uzo Aduba, Suzanne 'Crazy Eyes' Warren from the hit Netflix TV series, Orange is the New Black. I posted a review of the TV show, you can see it HERE

She wore an orange jumpsuit, wore the name tag “crazy eyes”, she also darkened her blonde hair, bundling it up in knotted nubs atop her head. Last but not the least she darkened the colour of her skin to fully portray Uzo Aduba’s character from the hit series.


Spirit and Life Devotional: Lessons From the Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins


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Jesus told a parable of the wise and foolish virgins: "Then the kingdom of heaven shall be likened to ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. Now five of them were wise, and five were foolish. Those who were foolish took their lamps and took no oil with them, but the wise took oil in their vessels with their lamps."

Why didn't the foolish virgins put oil in their vessels? Maybe because they thought thy could always get from the other five. There are people like that in life; always leaving things to chance; always living carelessly; always assuming; never seeing beyond the end of their noses; always wanting to depend on others; never taking responsibility for their lives!

Two years After Being Convicted of Killing Michael Jackson, Dr Murray Walks Free From Jail


Dr. Murray who was sentenced to four years in prison for involuntary manslaughter in October 2011, is being released early as part of a programme designed to alleviate chronic overcrowding in California's prison system. He will be released on Monday.
It is alleged that Michael Jackson’s family and fans are unhappy about this.
The 60-year old physician already has offers to make serious money by granting TV interviews. He is seeking to hire a publicist and also regain a medical licence to practice in his home state of Texas. A number of his patients still believe in him and even testified on his behalf during his trial.
Dr. Murray signed a contract for $150,000  a month to work for the pop star but it all ended tragically when Michael Jackson died from surgical anaesthetic, Propofol administered by the doctor to help Jackson sleep.

While in jail through telephone interviews, Dr. Murray has repeatedly denied that he was responsible for Jackson's death. Rather he claimed that he was trying to wean the pop star off the drug.

David Beckham Involved in a Car Crash

David Beckham's car after the crash.                 Photo Credit: X17online.com
While driving out of his Beverly Hills mansion, David Beckham crashed into a female driver. The crash was significant though no one appeared to be hurt. The front bumper of the football star’s 2013 Range Rover was damaged and the other driver’s front panel was dented. His 14 year old son, Brooklyn was in the car with him when it happened. 

The police came on the scene and it appears everything has been taken care of.

We are glad it was not more serious. 

Saturday 26 October 2013

Spirit and Life Devotional: Say Something!


Life and death are in the power of the tongue, but not many people have realised that. So we keep using our mouths carelessly, and even when we don't, we are not using it to our advantage.

The Lord says, "Let the weak say, 'I am strong.'" Joel 3:10. Notice that He called them weak; meaning that He was well aware of their weakness. Notice also that He didn't just make them strong, even though He knew they were weak. He asked them to say something!

Friday 25 October 2013

You Need This! 7 Ways to De-Stress When Your Buttons Are Pushed


By Kimberley Cohen

What or who can push your buttons? I can think of a few. What about you?

We all seem to have this invisible switch that sometimes gets turned on when something doesn't go our way or someone upsets us.

It's almost as if we lose consciousness for awhile and this other person temporarily takes over.

In a way, you do slip into unconsciousness when you are angry. It's like a momentary, and sometimes longer, lapse of reason.

You were fine, and then something/someone sets you off, and boom, you find yourself saying and acting in ways you normally wouldn't.

Referee Punches Player During Football Match and Sends Him Off [WATCH]

Kuwaiti referee Saad Al Fadhi punched a player during a match between Al Nasr and Al Arabi'.
Al Fadhi awarded Al Arabi an obvious penalty and angry Al Nasri players swarmed the referee.  He floored Al Nasr player, Ibrahima Touré with a left-hander, kicked him as he got back to his feet and then sent him off.
And you thought you had seen it all? Not nearly close.
Watch the video...

You Want Influence and Impact? Take the Quiz and Use This Plan


By Jean De-Witt
Benjamin Franklin had a wonderful question that he started each day with, "What good shall I do today?" He posed this question to himself and to God every morning because he held the philosophy that "the best service to God, is doing good to man." So every day he held fast to this altruistic ideal as his cornerstone.
He once gave an overview of his daily routine with these words: "I rose at five each morning, and addressed Powerful Goodness [Ben's name for God] with the same daily question: What good shall I do today? I then studied and planned my day until eight, worked until twelve, dined and overlooked my account books until two, worked again until six when I had supper, music and conversation. At ten I examined my day. What good had I done that day?"

Orlando Bloom and Miranda Kerr Split, After 3 Years of Marriage


Oh no!

Orlando Bloom and his wife, Miranda Kerr have announced their split after three years of marriage.

The couple released a joint statement through their reps saying, "They have been amicably separated for the past few months. After six years together, they have recently decided to formalize their separation."  "Despite this being the end of their marriage, they love, support and respect each other as both parents of their son and as family."

The couple a son, Flynn who was born in 2011. 

This came as a shock to me because I really liked this couple together and I thought they would last. I really what is happening, what ever happened to happily ever after? Or “till death do us part”?

What do you think?

Nigeria Demands an Apology from US Senator, Ted Cruz


I don’t know what to make of this. Its reported that the Nigerian government is demanding an apology from Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) after he joked last week that the new Affordable Care Act exchange website was being run by Nigerian email scammers

The Nigerian ambassador to the United States on Thursday decried Sen. Ted Cruz’s joke earlier this week that “Nigerian email scammers” built the government’s health care exchange website, saying his comments are offensive and demanded an apology.

Ambassador Ade Adefuye told POLITICO that Nigerians are “disappointed and shocked” by Cruz’s comments.
“We deplore the statement, and we demand an apology, and we demand it be withdrawn,” Adefuye said.

Pre-Nup Time! Kim and Kanye Are Keeping Their Assets Separate


It was bound to happen, I mean the pre-nup.

This will be Kim Kardashian’s third marriage and Kanye West’s first. After a very news worthy proposal and engagement that came after a period of dating that produced a beautiful daughter, TMZ reports that Kim and Kanye have decided to get a pre-nuptial agreement.

They intend to keep their assets separate while they maintain a joint account for living expenses. I guess that is as good as it gets for “Hollywood” couples.

Since the engagement, Kanye West has been professing love for Kim. In an interview this week he said that he has never loved a girl, as much as he loves Kim, except for his mom. How sweet! That doesn’t stop the rapper from keeping his assets away from Kim.


I really hope the third time is the charm for Kim. It would be nice if this marriage lasts till they are old and grey.

Spirit and Life Devotional: The Formation Of Christ In Us




In the world today are many Christians, and it is quite confusing, because one expects the world to be a lot better than it is given the number of Christians. It is confusing because it is assumed that all Christians are saved. The word Christian simply means "follower of Christ": meaning that anyone can claim to be a Christian even without an encounter with Christ.

It is not enough to follow Jesus; He must be formed in us! In other words, we have to grow to become like Him. That is, we are expected to continue to develop until men begin to see Jesus in us. Apostle Paul prayed, "My little children, for whom I labour in birth again until Christ is formed in you." Galatians 4:19

Thursday 24 October 2013

Guess Who Was the Highest Paid CEO in the US in 2012?


According to a report, Mark Zuckerberg was the highest paid public CEO in the United States last year. His total compensation for 2012 was nearly $2.3 billion, more than twice that of the next-highest paid CEO according to GMI Ratings, which analyzed compensation for more than 2,000 CEOs of publicly traded companies.
He received a base salary of $500,000 for the year but almost all of the Facebook CEO’s compensation for the year comes from income related to Facebook's IPO. On the day Facebook went public, Zuckerberg exercised 60 million stock options worth nearly $2.3 billion (though much of it was used to cover his taxes). Starting this year his salary changed to the symbolic $1 a year.
See the list of the Top 5 according to 2013 CEO Pay Survey by GMI Ratings

SEE: The 14 Year Old Student Charged With Killing a Teacher

Photo Credit: Danvers Police
It is quite sad that we live in a world where we hear of teachers being attacked and in this case being killed by a student. Educators are invaluable; without them you could not be able to reading this post, neither could I make this blog post.

A 14 year old Danvers High School student, Philip Chism has been charged as an adult with the murder of a 24-year-old math teacher at his Massachusetts school, according to CBS in Boston. Chism and his family had recently moved to Danvers from Tennessee, according to police.

Spirit and Life Devotional: Not Permanently Disqualified


"For every high priest taken from among men is appointed for men in things pertaining to God, that he may offer both gifts and sacrifices for sins. He can have compassion on those who are ignorant and going astray, since he himself is also subject to weakness. Because of this he is required as for the people, so also for himself, to offer sacrifices for sins." Hebrews 5:1-3

It is the duty of ministers to condemn sin, to warn people not to sin, to tell them about the consequences of sin, to charge them to live a holy life, to tell them the benefits of righteousness and to always please God: but neither the minister or anyone else is authorised to condemn others. As we have seen from recent events, even ministers aren't perfect. By the way, a man who didn't die for your sins has no right to condemn or crucify you!

Wednesday 23 October 2013

Michael Jackson Tops the List of Highest Earning Dead Celebs

Michael Jackson
Forbes has released the list of top earning dead celebrities and Michael Jackson tops the list with $160 million in earnings within the last year.

Here is the top 8:

1) Michael Jackson, $160 million 
2) Elvis, $55 million
3) Charles Schulz, $37 million
4) Liz Taylor, $25 million
5) Bob Marley, $18 million 
6) Marilyn Monroe, $15m
7) John Lennon, $12m
8) Albert Einstein, $10m

Now, that is some serious money making considering  that these men and women are dead and gone.

Kelly Clarkson Wedding Video is Beautiful [WATCH]

This video of the wedding of Kelly Clarkson and Brandon Blackstock is less than 2 minutes long. Its beautiful, its sweet and its touching. They decided on a low key wedding but there is no shortage of love. Watch and be inspired.


Brandon and Kelly Blackstock from Weiss Eubanks Films on Vimeo.

New Music from Keke Palmer [LISTEN]


Former Nickleodeon star, Keke Palmer has just released a new song “Work Like You Love Me” - listen below. The 20 year old actress is fresh off the TLC Biopic “CrazySexyCool” where she plays Chilli of the 90’s R&B Group. Though she does some singing in the movie, I never knew she could sing as well as act. Remember her as Akeelah in the movie “Akeelah and The Bee”?  

Anyway, this is her debut single. Enjoy and say what you think of it.

SEE: The $10 million Bra [PHOTO]


Candice Swanepoel wearing the $10 million Fantasy Bra Photo: Victoria's Secret
This $10 million Victoria’s Secret bra is designed by Mouawad. The Royal Fantasy Bra is adorned with over 4,200 precious gems like rubies, diamonds, and blue and yellow sapphires. It also comes with a matching belt with stones set in 18-carat gold and a large 52-carat pear-shaped ruby that dangles at the center.

Pricey, right?

#DearGuys: 5 Dazzling Ways To Make Any Woman Fall In Love With You

By Sven Hylten-Cavallius

"I don't get it!..."

"I've a nice car. I'm accomplished. My A-List CV make the next guy look funky. I even wear the latest Armani! Why doesn't she flip for me? Why am I always alone??"

STOP!

How many times did you pound the dashboard of your Corvette bewailing this persistent question?

The avenue to Romance is littered with roadkill hearts and unrequited love.If you think you're unique in your loneliness, think again. There is enough dashboard pounding out there to start a global orchestra of dire distress.

But don't despair. Before you spin out of control, deploy the airbags fast. These strategic maneuvers should cruise you back on track:

1) Dress to Kill - all the time: No I don't intend that You wear that $5000 suit to the grocers or the Rolex to walk the dog. What I want you to do is is to dress decently each time you hit the streets. Dab on some cologne. Be neatly shaven. Men, women are everywhere. If you dress with flash only at the bar or the party, you're missing out on 95% of eligible women. Some of the best relationships were forged during chance encounters at the bus stop.

Man Asks the Court to Grant a Divorce Because His Wife "Talks Too Much"

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A 37 year old man, Wasiu Yusuf, living in Ilorin, Nigeria on Tuesday told an Ilorin Area Court that his wife, Aminat, talks too much and wants his marriage to her dissolved on this ground. They got married in 2009 and have a son.
Wasiu prayed the court to dissolve the four-year-old marriage, said:
“My wife reveals all our family affairs to her friends, colleagues and business associates due to her talkative nature.’’
He said his wife could not keep the family secrets away from the public.

Spirit and Life Devotional: Trained For Battle


1 Chronicles 12:8 says, "Some Gadites joined David at the stronghold in the wilderness, mighty men of valor, men trained for battle, who could handle shield and spear, whose faces were like the faces of lions, and were as swift as gazelles on the mountains."

Talent is one thing, training is another; talent is natural, training is acquired: a man can have both. A trained man without talent can do better than a talented man without training. Talent is never enough, he who wishes to succeed in any endeavour must first submit himself to be trained.

Tuesday 22 October 2013

Lady Gaga Sued by Ex-Personal Assistant for Unpaid Overtime Wages, She Settles


Lady Gaga avoided a trial scheduled to begin next month by settling a lawsuit out of court brought by a former personal assistant seeking unpaid overtime wages.

Her former personal assistant, Jennifer O'Neill filed a lawsuit against her. O'Neill had claimed the 27-year-old Poker Face singer cheated her out of overtime wages when she worked for her for a few weeks in early 2009 and for 13 months beginning in February 2010.

O'Neill, 41, had testified she was responsible for sometimes monitoring the singer's communications and for handling about 20 bags of luggage. 
Court papers revealed that Lady Gaga and O'Neill were roommates and friends on the Lower East Side of Manhattan before 2008.

Man Arrested For Calling Police Three Times to Complain About a Penny


We have heard of people being arrested for making false accusations and claims, however this is the first time I’ve heard that someone has been arrested over a penny.

A Tennessee man was arrested after calling 911 to complain that he’d been overcharged by a penny while purchasing beer. Danny Smith, 51, called 911 to complain that a clerk in Memphis, Tenn. had overcharged him in the amount of one cent for his Heineken beer.
Officers arriving at the scene said Smith told them ‘the store clerk overcharged him and owed him 1 cent in change.’ The officers were annoyed by Smith, but Smith was undeterred. He called 911 again, and was told again that the one cent overcharge was a civil matter and he should only call 911 if someone’s life was in danger.
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