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 Every culture, tradition or country is known for a signature dish, cuisine or delicacy. For instance Jollof Rice is known for it's popularity in Nigeria. Today we journey into the Asian country of Thailand to explore their popular dishes. One of the most popular dishes in Thailand is Pad Thai . It is a stir-fried rice noodle dish typically made with: Thin rice noodles Eggs Tofu or shrimp Bean sprouts Crushed peanuts Tamarind paste Fish sauce Chili flake Instructions: 1. Prepare the Noodles: Soak the rice noodles in warm water for 30 minutes or until soft. Drain and set aside. 2. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix tamarind paste, fish sauce, sugar, and lime juice. Adjust to taste—sweet, sour, and salty should be balanced. 3. Cook the Stir-Fry: Heat oil in a large wok or skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add your protein (shrimp, chicken, or tofu) and stir-fry until cooked through. Push to the side of the pan. Pour in the bea...

CHINUA ACHEBE      Chinua Achebe was born in 1930 in Nigeria and died at the age of 82 in Boston, Massachusetts. Achebe is known for his unapologetic representations of how Western cultures have influenced African cultures in negative ways. Achebe grew up in a colonized country, as Britain exercised control over Nigeria from the 1800s to 1960. Through his writing, Achebe criticized the British government's attempts to replace Nigerian culture with British culture.           Achebe studied in Africa, where he also worked in broadcasting and co-founded a publishing company. Achebe toured the United States for the first time in 1969 along with writers Gabriel Okara and Cyprian Ekwensi. From there, Achebe returned to teach at the University of Nigeria, manage publishing companies, and continue writing. He eventually moved to the United States and taught at esteemed colleges until his death.       Chinua Achebe made a splash with the pub...

Independence: Finland gained independence from Russia on December 6, 1917. Before that, it was under Russian rule (1809-1917) and was previously part of Sweden for several centuries. Government: Finland is a parliamentary democracy and a republic. The country has a multi-party system and is a member of the European Union (since 1995). The current President is Sauli Niinistö, but notably, Alexander Stubb won the 2024 presidential election and will become the next president. However, since this is after my last knowledge update, I encourage you to verify this information. The Finnish parliament (Eduskunta) has 200 members elected every four years. The Prime Minister is the head of government, while the President is the head of state with responsibilities primarily in foreign policy and military affairs . Population: Finland has approximately 5.5 million people, making it one of the most sparsely populated countries in Europe. The majority of the population lives i...

Hi, I am Soma, this is a day in my life as a stay lite in Moremi hall, OAU campus. Residents of this hostel are called Moremi queens. The day started with me waking up to bright shining light, because the light switch in my room can't be switched off (can you imagine that?!), I did my devotion, brushed my teeth, then I proceeded to get water to take a bath, on getting to the tap, I switched it on only to realize that the water was no different from "watery milk", and I knew I couldn't use it to have a bath. I left to go outside the hostel to fetch water, do you know what's harder than climbing two flights of stairs while carrying two full 15litres buckets, it's being out of breath, and having to hold your breath while passing the toilet and bathroom on the way to your room. After the whole water facade, I proceeded to take my bath. In the bathroom, I always take precision to pick the right bathroom stall because, out of six stalls available for a b...

Manchester United Football Club: A Legacy of Excellence Manchester United Football Club, commonly referred to as Man Utd, is a professional football club based in Old Trafford, Greater Manchester, England. The club has a rich history, dating back to 1878, and has established itself as one of the most successful and beloved football clubs in the world. Early Years and Success Manchester United was founded in 1878 as Newton Heath LYR Football Club by a group of railway workers in Newton Heath, Manchester. The club played friendly matches against local teams until 1885, when they turned professional and changed their name to Manchester United. The club's early years were marked by moderate success, with their first major trophy being the First Division title in 1908. However, it was not until the appointment of Sir Matt Busby as manager in 1945 that the club began to experience sustained success. Under Busby's leadership, Manchester United won the First Division title in 1952, 195...