Last Wednesday was Ash Wednesday and the day holds great importance for Christians around the world as it marks the start of Lent or the Lenten season.

Is it safe to eat activated charcoal, what is it used for, and are there side effects or benefits to it? We closely examine this trendy food supplement.

By February, many New Year’s resolutions have already fizzled out – anywhere from a third to half of us have already given up by the second month of the year.

A link between highly processed foods and cancer has been suggested by French researchers.

WhatsApp users are, once again, being targeted by a malicious scam that has already seen thousands duped.

Condoms are generally ruled as a necessary evil. While they protect us from the dangers of STIs and help with pregnancy prevention, they also mute a large part of the sensations that make intercourse so great.

Tires are a critical element of your car’s overall safety. They are the only parts of your car that actually make contact with the ground, and because of that, they are subject to a lot of abuse.

There is a growing trend in our country these days; that is an increasing incidence in cases of hypertension, high blood cholesterol, diabetes, kidney disease and their complications.

Plastic used in some second-hand toys could pose a health risk for children as they don't meet the most up-to-date safety guidelines, a study has found.

Adolescence now lasts from the ages of 10 to 24, although it used to be thought to end at 19, scientists say.

If you are about to sneeze -- even if you are in a quiet place -- doctors would advise you to let it rip. A 34-year-old unnamed man in Britain learned that lesson the hard way and had to spend two weeks in the hospital due to his resulting injury.

I've just been promoted to become the administrator of a WhatsApp group aimed at mobilising support for development projects for my home village in Kenya.

As we start the New Year, this is the best time to take stock of what happened last year and then plan for this year.

I have been doing this exercise for the past five years and looking back at what I accomplished or failed at helps me to mentally prepare for the New Year.

Have you ever wondered why some people seem to stay trim effortlessly, while the majority of Americans struggle with their weight?

Sure, genetics and a healthy lifestyle play a large role, but there are other, more surprising correlations that may be helping them stay slim.

Do you ever get that feeling when listening to a great song that makes all the hairs on your arm stand on end?

Personally this writer can remember getting chills when listening to 'Whole Lotta Love' by Led Zeppelin on the number 9 bus from Stourbridge when he was 16.

The year 2017 came along with quite a number of lessons; some good, others not too good. Despite losing a few battles, the victory of being alive is absolutely one that can never be overlooked. Each day comes with its own headaches. However, the greatest battle is to keep staying alive. If you have life to read this, congratulate yourself!

One sign of growth is to learn and more particularly… to unlearn. As we grow, the experiences we are exposed to make us rearrange our philosophies. In 2017, I unlearnt some lessons and relearnt others.

Nestlé Nutrition Line (NNL), a public service radio programme by Nestlé Ghana aiming to educate Ghanaian consumers on good Nutrition, has been awarded for “Best Content” at the 6th National Public Relations and Communications Awards by the Institute of Public Relations (IPR), Ghana.

If you arrive back at work after a Christmas break and want to make a career change in the New Year, you won’t be alone. Spending time with friends and family often crystalises workers’ determination to look for a new gig. And the first week of the year is when many people find themselves making good on their resolutions. But is there a perfect time to look?

If you're a guy with an older brother, there's an increased chance you're gay.

Scientists have noticed this pattern in previous research, but now they think they have a biological explanation as to why, and it starts long before birth. The results were published in the journal PNAS on Monday.

The researchers say that if their findings can be replicated, we may know at least one of the biological reasons some men are gay.

He is vociferous, fearless and will not stop at even taking on the Government of Ghana if a child’s safety, education or health is compromised.

His stance on children’s issues can be bullish and sometimes uncompromising because of the passion that drives his advocacy for children.

It’s the eternal quest: how do you increase the size, strength and stamina of your erections? There are endless treatments, ointments and devices claiming to pump up your volume, but precious few solutions hold any water.

The reality is that we're blessed (or possibly cursed) with whatever God gave us. But if you follow the realistic tips, you can maximise your erection on all fronts.
These tips could come in handy when you know in advance that you're going to have sex, as you'll be well-informed and prepared. You can make your penis go the distance instead of being a "one and done" guy.