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Congratulations to Hilda Baci for breaking a world record and setting her own.

This is a great feat.

Water is an essential element for the human body. It plays a vital role in maintaining the body's homeostasis and ensuring that all its organs function correctly. Drinking enough water can have numerous health benefits, including improving digestion, regulating body temperature, and keeping the skin looking healthy and radiant. Moreover, staying hydrated can also help prevent headaches, relieve fatigue, and increase mental alertness. The benefits of drinking water are not limited to physical health alone. Studies have also shown that drinking water can improve mood and cognitive performance. Therefore, it is crucial to make water intake a part of our daily routine to maintain optimal health and well-being.

DEAR ALLEN
Dear Allen
You are not an Alien,
But like a fine linen.
Dear Alien
You will not be given
To this coven.
Dear Allen
Let your bone harden,
And your flesh, deaden.
Dear Allen,
Ears deafen
Days darken,
Yet nights, brighten.
Dear Allen,
Fear not, lighten
You are not forgotten.
Dear Allen,
Your good deeds will not rotten,
For angels shall unto you, hearken.
Dear Allen,
Hearts weaken
Especially for soldiers, fallen
Yet a little leaven;
The whole lump leavens.
Dear Allen
Keeper of his brothers
Even across borders,
May your peace be air
May your air be peace,
May your peace be airy
May your air be peaceful,
Peace and peacefulness
Air and airiness.
Dear Allen,
This does not gladden
Rather, it does sadden,
Though a burden
That can madden,
Let your heart not laden
Nor ever sunken
And be not drunken
For your kit and kitten
And your ox and oxen
Cannot be grilled in the oven.
Lo, your kinsmen,
Do know you are a fine linen
Except and until guiltily proven,
Dear Allen.
Author: Ngozi Olivia Osuoha

Yogurt is not just a healthy and delicious snack, it's a reminder that small things we do for ourselves every day can have a big impact on our overall well-being.

Making yogurt at home is a simple and rewarding process. Here is a basic recipe for making homemade yogurt:

Ingredients:

1. 4 cups milk (whole or 2%)
2. 1/4 cup plain yogurt (with live and active cultures)

Instructions:

1. Heat the milk in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it reaches a temperature of 180°F (82°C).

2. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool to 110°F (43°C).

3. In a small bowl, whisk together the plain yogurt and a small amount of the warm milk until it is smooth.

4. Pour the yogurt mixture back into the saucepan and stir until it is fully combined with the milk.

5. Transfer the mixture to a glass jar or container with a tight-fitting lid.

6. Wrap the container with a clean towel and place it in a warm, draft-free location (such as an oven with the light turned on) for 6-8 hours, or until the yogurt thickens and sets.

7. Once the yogurt has set, refrigerate it for at least 2 hours before serving.

Enjoy your homemade yogurt!

Note: You can customize this recipe by using different types of milk (such as almond milk or coconut milk) or adding flavorings (such as honey or vanilla extract) after the yogurt has set.