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<h1>Death, they say is inevitable, right? So, what happens when youre not allowed or permitted to die in certain places, what becomes inevitable at that point? Death or location?</h1>

Apparently, some locations in the world care less about the inevitability of death, as dying is prohibited and forbidden. In other words, a person's crime would be to die (as against death being the punishment for crime). Simply put, it's illegal to die in these places.

Here are 6 places in the world where it is illegal to die.

This Italian town has a population of just over 500 people, majority of which are over 65 years of age. In the 60s, the population was triple that amount so the mayor, worried about the town dying out, decreed that all people are 'forbidden to get ill within the municipality' and that 'dying is prohibited'. This was probably in a bid to promote personal hygiene and regular health checks as offenders are fined €10 annually.

Faced with a shortage of space in the local cemetery in 2005 and its inability to expand or build new cemeteries due to the high water tables law or special preservation designations that were made in 2003 (being a major source of Sao Paulo’s fruits and veggies), the mayor of this Brazilian town banned death in the town.

Although, a new cemetery has been built in 2010 to accommodate more corpses, who knows how long it will be till the cemetery gets filled up once again.

Frustrated by a disapproval to build a new cemetery on a vacant airfield in 2007 due to unavailability of burial space, the mayor Philippe Guérin, passed a law that banned death.

Considered holy according to Shintoism and followers, the purity of Itsukushima island is maintained by making sure that nobody dies on the island.

The restriction which has been in place since 1878, bars people from giving birth or from dying on the island.

Due to permafrost in the frozen town of Longyearbyen in the Svalbard Islands of Norway, dead bodies never decompose and were completely well preserved.Hence, the need to forbid dying in the town.

After a French court denied permission to expand the existing graveyard, Sarpourenx imposed a sanction on death in the town.

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Death is said to be inevitable. However, this can not be said about a few places around the world as it is illegal to die while there.

6 places in the world where it is illegal to die

<h1>Cooking with onion gives your food some sort of natural flavour that makes it taste sweeter and better.</h1>

Unfortunately, a good number of people dislike this natural flavour because of its sharp taste and the onion breath that's associated with onion.

It's even worse when you have to eat them raw, as in the case of salads because you get to feel the sharp and pungent taste even more.

However, rather than getting rid of this delicious flavour, denying yourself the tastiness that comes with onion, just get rid of the sharp taste while you get to enjoy the other benefits of onion.

Here are 2 tricks to help you get rid of the strong pungent taste of onion.

Caramelized onion is simply cooking onion over low heat and the longer they cook, the sweeter.

To caramelize onion, all you need is a few onion, oil, salt and a non-stick pan.

Slice the onion into rings. Place the skillet over low heat and stir in the onion, sprinkle some salt and cook for as long as 1 hour or until the onion is soft and brown.

Caramelized onion is perfect for the start of soups, sauces and every other savoury dish we cook. Once cooked, the onions no longer have such an upfront in-your-face flavour. They blend into the background and create a base for the rest of the flavours in the dish.

You can store the extra caramelized onion in the fridge for subsequent use.

Slice the onion and put it in a bowl of water. Make sure the water covers the onion rings. Add some salt and leave it for about 5 minutes. The salt water weakens the strength of the sulphur present in the onion which is responsible for the strong sharp taste.

Drain the salt water and rinse the onion with unsalted water.

There you go. Now you can enjoy eating onion in your food.

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Onion is a root vegetable taste that adds some sort of natural flavour to dish. Unfortunately, most people dislike its sharp taste. Here's how to get rid it while enjoying the flavour.

Dislike the sharp taste of onion? Try this trick

<h1>Coffee milkshake is a blended coffee treat.</h1>

This simple DIY recipe is more like cappuccino made by combining a rich, flavourful coffee with creamy scoops of vanilla ice cream, topped off with sweet chocolate syrup.

2. 4 giant scoops vanilla ice cream

6. 2 teaspoons white sugar (optional)

1. Put the coffee, vanilla cream, chocolate syrup, sugar and milk into a blender and blend till it's smooth.

2. Pour into a cup and top with whipped cream.

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Coffee milkshake is a rich coffee flavoured creamy drink.

How to make coffee milkshake

<h1>Smelling fresh and nice all day long is one thing a good number of us definitely wish our fragrance could do.</h1>

Sadly enough, our fragrances fail to offer this desire. Maybe they make us smell nice, fresh and unique but they just never last long.

Well, if you've ever wanted to make your fragrance last all day, here's what you should do.

Heat, light, and humidity breaks down perfume and lessens the quality of the fragrance. Rather than store it in the bathroom or any warm place, store in cool places.

2. Spray your perfume on your body, not your clothes

Spraying perfume on your body will prevent the fragrance from staining delicate clothes or jewellery.

Perfumes are best sprayed on your body right after having your bath so that the moisture on your skin will help lock in the scent.

Body parts like behind your ears, at the base of your throat, inside your wrist, inside your elbow, behind your knee and below your midriff are the best point to apply your perfume. The warmth in these areas helps scents remain strong for a longer period.

Applying fragrance to dry skin is like expecting the soil to retain water after a long period of drought. So, if you’re trying to get your scent to stick longer, apply oily complexions like Vaseline or any scent-free lotion to help lock in the scent.

5. Don't rub the fragrance on your wrist after spraying

When you apply perfume to your wrist and rub together, you force top notes to disappear faster than it should.

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Making our fragrance last long is what most of us desire. These five tips will help you achieve that.

5 ways to make your fragrance last all day

<h1>Every lady wants a picture perfect, naturally glowing skin.</h1>

However, with the kind of stressful lifestyle, unhealthy eating, inadequate sleep, and all sorts of chemicals and radiation we are constantly exposed to, It has become almost impossible to have a glowing skin without employing the services of one or two pretty expensive beauty product, which we are forced to use every day if we are going to maintain this beautiful skin we so wish to have.

Well, thanks to a number of homemade recipes, we don't have to go through so much stress just to get our skin on the right track.

Coconut oil works best for a dry and dull skin. The oil locks the moisture in the skin and also nourishes it with essential fatty acids. Its phenolic compounds contribute to its antioxidant activity and give you glowing skin.

Warm the oil lightly and gently apply the oil on your skin every night just before going to bed.

While the lemon cleanses, bleaches, and also removes tan, the sugar helps to get rid of dead cells.

Mix 2 teaspoons of coconut oil with 2 teaspoons sugar. Rub it on your skin and wash off with warm water after about 10 minutes.

This recipe replenishes and rejuvenates dull skin with its antioxidants. It also improves complexion and reduces swelling

Mix 2-3 tablespoons yogurt with 1 small cucumber (grated), apply on your skin, leave to dry, then wash it off with cold water.

Aloe Vera's nourishing and healing properties rejuvenate the skin to give it a natural glow.

Mix 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel, 1 teaspoon honey and 1 teaspoon milk in a bowl. Apply on your skin, leave it for about 20 minutes, wash it off with lukewarm water.

Honey has antimicrobial and hygroscopic properties that clean and makes your skin soft. It is rich in antioxidants that make the skin soft and healthy and also reduce blemishes.

Apply the honey evenly on your skin and wash off with warm water after 10 minutes.

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With so much unhealthy meals, inadequate rest and the kind of stressful lifestyle we're constantly faced with, it seem almost impossible to care for our skin. However, these natural recipes will.

Wish to have a picture perfect, naturally glowing skin? Try this

<h1>Pimples/acne are skin inflammations that occur when the oil glands of the skin get infected with bacteria and swell up.</h1>

Unfortunately, these skin inflammations called pimples can be really annoying especially when they bombard our faces leaving us helpless to one or two pieces of advice from friends about how we need to stay away from groundnut, butter and a good number of oily foods.

It even gets worst when you just can't get your hands off a pimple in an attempt to spill the content and have your smooth, fresh skin once again. But then, it never goes unnoticed, always leaving dark spots on those areas, forcing us to patiently wait for it to clear out naturally without wanting to hasten up the healing process.

Masking that pimple with all sort of makeup/cosmetics products becomes an alternative to having the smooth skin we desire.

Anyway, nearly everyone hopes for a magical treatment that can actually get these pimples out overnight (or at least sooner than expected).

Here's a trick to getting that pimple out- the toothpaste method.

Toothpaste contains an antibacterial ingredient called triclosan which is found in items like soap, deodorant and body wash. Triclosan is 99.6% effective at removing germs, which allows it to remove pimple-causing bacteria and is also known to kill propionibacterium acnes (the bacteria that causes acne).

Here's how to use toothpaste to get rid of that disturbing pimple.

1. Choose the right kind of toothpaste.

A plain white toothpaste (any toothpaste without additional colours) with a minty flavour (because of the cooling effect on your skin) is best for this treatment.

Avoid any kind of toothpaste that has additives, such as cavity-fighting properties, whitening agents, or extra fluorides.

Before you apply the toothpaste, you need to gently wash your face with water and dry with a clean towel.

Squeeze just a tiny bit of the paste and apply lightly on the affected areas. Leave it for an hour or two or you could even leave it all night long.

Note: You don't need to apply the toothpaste all over your face because toothpaste dries out pimples. Applying it all over your face may cause your skin to dry out.

You do not need to use soap or any facial cleanser to wash the toothpaste off. Just wash it off with cool water or a damp towel.

The pimples should be dried out or reduced in size at this point.

Pimples can be really annoying and should be tagged face spoilers. However, rather than scratch them off your skin, just use this effective toothpaste method.

Want to get rid of acne? Try this toothpaste method

<h1>Have you ever had to check out your makeup after a long day out only to find out that all thats left of your lipstick looks like a line drawn across your lips?</h1>

Something about lipstick is that it has the power to brighten up whatever outfit you're in and it only sucks when you feel you've got it all working for you only to find out that half your lipstick is gone.

Although the lasting power of lipsticks largely depends on the product type but making your lipstick last all day long, irrespective of the type of product is quite easy and requires very little effort if you follow these pretty simple tricks.

No long lasting lipstick can actually withstand a dry lip. So, first off, let's take off the dry skin.

You could use an old toothbrush of yours for this. Gently brush the toothbrush against your upper and lower lip to get rid of the dry skin.

After taking off the dry skin, you need to moisturize those lips with a lip balm to provide a base for your lipstick

3. Line your lips with a lip liner

Lip liners have waxy formulas that sort of binds with your lipstick colours, making them last longer. So, line the outer corner of your lips preferably with the shade of lip liner nearest to the colour of the lips or the lipstick.

It's best to use a brush when applying your lipstick (brushing from the corners of your mouth to the centre) so that the lipstick is evenly applied.

Blotting helps you take away the excess oil from the lipstick to keep it from smudging.

Gently dust any translucent powder over the lipstick. You can place a tissue over your lip before applying the powder or do it directly.

Finally, apply the lipstick once again.

There you go! Your long lasting lipstick.

The struggle of having to reapply your lipstick every now and then can be a little annoying. So, here' s how you can create the perfect long lasting lipstick you want.

7 ways to make your lipstick last longer

<h1>What better way to start your day than with a chilled glass of one of your favourite smoothies?</h1>

Smoothies aren't only healthy but super yummy and filling. Something about pink beverages is that they always taste yummy and yeah, I like it better when it's all thick and creamy like yoghurt, leaving behind curvy patches on the top of your lips, a proof that it was there. I mean, they never go unnoticed. Let's make some.

1. Dice the strawberry and pineapple into smaller chunks

2. Put in a blender. Add the ice cubes, vanilla yoghurt and some amount of water. Blend till it becomes smooth and creamy.

There you go, enjoy a glass of your favourite strawberry pineapple smoothie.

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Strawberry pineapple smoothie is a refreshing drink anyone should consider starting his/her day with. Here's how to make it.

How to make strawberry pineapple smoothie

<h1>Packing your suitcase for a journey could be a little tricky especially when considering what to pack and what not to.</h1>

You may feel the urge to plan for the unexpected, but filling your suitcase with a bunch of what-if items can really weigh it down. Chances are, you won't use every item in your suitcase. So, when planning your next trip/vacation, here are things to cut from your packing list because, at the end, these items wouldn't be worth the whole trouble.

Although we all like having options and probably look different each day while away on a journey but often times than not, we end up coming back with a good number of outfits that ended up clothing our bags rather than our bodies. So, you really just want to pick just a few tops and wears that are practical and comfortable and that can be mixed and matched easily.

Denim is ideal for travel because it's versatile, long-lasting, and hides stains well and experts actually recommend minimal washing (once a month is ideal). This means you can get away with packing just one or two pairs and rewearing from day to day. Besides, it's heavy and takes up a lot of space, even when folded tightly. So, only a few will be more than enough.

Instead of bringing your entire toiletries bag, take advantage of the free stuff you can get at your hotel.

Toiletries like shampoo, conditioner, bar soap, lotion, razors, mouthwash and more are usually provided in most hotels. Besides, some hotels also have a supply of deodorant, toothpaste, mouthwash, razors, shaving cream, feminine hygiene products, and even sewing kits. The secret is, you have to ask for it.

Well except you're travelling for business, you can probably make do with just a smartphone. But then, if you're considering other options such as an iPad, tablet or laptop, limit yourself to two at most because when you overpack gadgets, you find yourself constantly distracted by them or you end up not using them. So, why go with the excess?

There's nothing as inconvenient as walking around in a pair uncomfortable and painful shoe.

So, you want to pack two or three of your most comfortable and versatile shoes like a good pair of walking sneakers, and one or two other pairs of supportive shoes that can be dressed up or down.

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You may feel the urge to plan for the unexpected, but filling your suitcase a punch just-in-case items can be a bit of a burden. So, here's a list of what shouldn't go in.

5 things you should never pack when travelling

<h1>A sandwich is basically a slice of two of bread with nice and tasting fillings to go.</h1>

Sandwiches are quite easy to make and can be modified with just any ingredient of one's choice. Asides from the conventional egg sandwich, beans sandwich, beef sandwich, noodles sandwich even chicken sandwich are a few other sandwiches to give your meal the adventure you desire.

Here are a few sandwich recipes you should consider preparing the next time you want a sandwich.

This sandwich can be prepared by mixing yoghurt, veggies, chilli flakes and chopped coriander leaves in a wide bowl. Then spread on the bread slices.

From the name of this sandwich, one can infer that it's basically a combination of tomatoes, cucumber, pepper powder and scoops of mayonnaise spread a slice or two of bread.

This sandwich requires boiled potatoes, tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, cucumber and butter and other veggies of choice (blended together) and spread over slices of bread.

With 1 ripe avocado, sweet corn, tomato, onion, diced carrot, pepper powder, lemon juice, butter and of slices of bread, you can achieve this delicious sandwich.

Tomato, cheese, onion, chilli flakes, powdered pepper and butter all spread of slices of bread, Tomato cheese sandwich is all done.

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Rather than take the regular omelette sandwich, consider yogurt sandwich, chicken sandwich or any of these.

Why settle for regular sandwich when you can have one of these

<h1>Not only do layered drinks look amazing and inviting, they also taste great.</h1>

Layered drinks have been popular for a long time now and it started with a multi-layered dessert drink called the pousse-cafe. These could have five or more colourful (and flavorful) liqueurs layered in a glass.

Making these layer drinks or cocktails is actually a lot easier than you can imagine. You just need to know the specific gravity of each liquor or liqueur you’re working with and fill the glass with the heaviest drink at the bottom and the lightest at the top. Here's how you can achieve the mix.

1. Sort out your ingredients in terms of heaviness. Recipes sometimes contain this information or you may need to research online.

2. Pour the heaviest liquor or liqueur into a glass. You want to use a shot glass or any narrow glass because the broader the glass, the less noticeable the layers will probably be. Pour the drink straight down into the centre of the glass, try not to pour it on the sides.

3. Hold a bar spoon upside down over the drink  (a bar spoon is thinner than the average spoon and should fit inside most glasses), with the tip of the spoon against the inside edge of the glass.

4. Pour the next heaviest liqueur as slowly as possible over the back of the spoon, moving the spoon up as the level of drink rises (keep it above the drink). Pour from the opposite side of where you’re holding the spoon. It’s easier to do this with a bottle that’s half full (or less) rather than one that’s nearly full. If your layers seem to be mixing together, give them a minute. As the turbulence settles, your layers should become more defined.

5. Repeat the process for as many layers you desire till you achieve the result you want.

Pretty easy, right? Layered cocktail is ready.

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Layered drinks are definitely one of our favourites because they do not only look amazing but taste good as well.

How to make a layered cocktail

<h1>Pineapple Coconut Champagne Cocktail is a delicious champagne cocktail with a tropical twist.</h1>

This cocktail is special because it is fruity and pretty much easy to make. Pineapple Coconut Champagne can be taken at wedding ceremonies, beachside parties and pretty much any function you wish to.

Here's how to prepare this cocktail.

2. Coconut Juice (blend and chill)

5. Unsweetened finely shredded coconut.

1. Prepare simple syrup by combining equal amounts of sugar and water in a saucepan and then bring a simmer until all the sugar is dissolved. Chill completely in an airtight container until ready to use.

2. Pour simple syrup in a small bowl and the shredded coconut in another. Then dip the top of your champagne glasses in the simple syrup and then in the shredded coconut so that the rim is well coated. Put it aside to dry a little.

3. Fill the champagne glass half way up with the pineapple and coconut juices. Fill the rest of the way with the champagne.

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Pineapple Coconut Champagne cocktail, from the name, is a sweet combination of pineapple, coconut and champagne.

How to make Pineapple Coconut Champagne

<h1>Although international travelling is fun, it can, however, become a disaster when communication becomes a problem.</h1>

So, if you're heading to one of the none English speaking country, you really don't want to put yourself in a situation where you become stranded and stressed out. I mean, just because some parts of the world speak a language which is different from yours doesn't mean you should not explore those parts of the world. So, before embarking on such trips, here are a few tips to help you while there.

Knowing a handful of usable words and phrases will get you a lot further than you can imagine. Simple words like “please”, “thank you” and “Do you speak English?” and other additional words like “Hello”, “Yes”, “No”, “Please”, “Goodbye”, “Where is…?”, “I’m lost,” and “Help” will definitely go a long way in putting you in a much more comfortable situation.

Apps like the Google Translate and others might not be 100 percent accurate (I mean, it’ll be pretty obvious you’re using a translator) but it will certainly get the job done. And yeah, since they are offline apps, you don't have to worry about the internet because you won't be needing it to use the app.

Gesturing is often more efficient than trying to speak a language you’re not entirely comfortable with. So, you can actually try pointing at something that describes what you're talking about or making enquiries about.

Where hand gestures fail you, Illustrations won't. You can draw pictures, write numbers, draw maps, anything at all to convene your message.

5. Find people who want to practice their English on you.

If you’re looking for locals to speak English with, a great place to find them is by exploring a university campus (which is fun in itself). Bookshops also tend to be good places to find outgoing wanna-be English speakers.

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As much as travelling and exploring the world is fun, it can be nerve-racking when communication becomes a big deal. Here's what you should do in such situations.

5 things to do when travelling to a country where they don't speak your language

<h1>Table manners play an important role in creating a good impression for anyone.</h1>

Table manners are important in both professional and social situations, so it's only good to know one or two things about food and table etiquette.

So, whether no one ever taught you dining etiquette or you've forgotten what you learned, here are few tips to help you make the perfect good impression you desire at either a social or professional function.

Fold your napkin in half, with the crease facing you and the napkin should only be used for blotting the sides of your mouth. When you need to wipe your hands or mouth, wipe inside the fold so the mess doesn't get on your clothes.

When leaving the table temporarily, put the napkin on your chair. But at the end of the meal, fold your napkin and place it to the left of your plate setting.

Hold your tea cup by pinching your thumb and index finger together and then resting your middle finger underneath the handle, but bend your finger through a coffee cup.

Your wine glass should be held at the stem of the glass and the wine should be poured to just underneath the widest part of the glass.

Wine glasses and any other drink should be placed to the right of the dinner plate with the food on the left.

When using a fork and knife, the fork should be placed in your left hand and the knife in your right.

The largest fork is for the main course, the smallest for the salad and the largest spoon is mainly for scooping the soup.

If you need to take a break or something, place your knife on top of the plate and the fork across the middle of plate to let the waiter know you are resting. But when you're done eating, place your fork below the knife, diagonally across the plate to indicate that you have finished eating.

Do not pass food or any other item over the dinner table instead pass it to the person on your right (if you're not passing it directly to the person), who in turn passes it to his right till it gets to its destination.

When eating, take three bites (four tops) and put your cutlery down to continue after a while.

Creating a good impression at either a professional or a social dinner is largely dependent on how well you know your table manners. Here are some tips to help.

6 dining etiquettes you should know

<h1>Rice is more like an everyday food for most Nigerians.</h1>

Known to contain a whole lot of carbohydrate content, Rice which is a versatile meal is now being replaced by a good number of people with an unrefined whole meal just so they consume less of the carbs.

However, when cooked properly, you can reduce the calorie content by half. Here's how you can achieve that.

1. Add coconut oil to the boiling water. Prior to doing so, weigh the amount of rice you are cooking and add 3 percent of that weight in coconut oil.

2. Place the rice in the pot and let it cook as usual.

3. When done, place the rice in the refrigerator and let it cool for about 12 hours before eating.

According to a study done at the College of Chemical Sciences in Sri Lanka this method makes rice more weight loss friendly because the digestible starch is turned into resistant starch which occurs due to the introduction of the lipids in coconut oil and the immediate cooling of the rice. The lipids interact with the rice, turning the digestible starch into resistant starch. What's more, the immediate cooling fortifies the production of the resistant starch, making each serving healthier.

Eating rice just got better. Who's ready to try this out?

Eating rice just got better and healthier. Follow this easy tips on how to cook rice to reduce the calorie content.

You can now cook rice in way that reduces the calorie content

<h1>Nigeria is such a beautiful country lying somewhere in the heart of African with a good number of tourist attractions worth visiting.</h1>

It quite unfortunate that a good number of us who wants to become global tourist haven't even taken time out to visit some of the cool places in the country.

With amazing sights to see, museums, parks, islands and all, you just can't get enough of its beauty in one piece. So, today, we'd explore a catalogue of the country's beauty in these amazing Instagram pictures.

I bet so many people aren't even aware of this place. The Wikki Spring can be found in the Yankari Game Reserve in Bauchi state. When next you visit Bauchi, do well to stop by.

The Kano city walls which was built way back in 1095 with baked clay still stands till date.

3. Matsirga Waterfalls, Kaduna State

The Matsirga waterfalls is a natural rock shelter at a river bank that forms a cover and resting place for picnicking. Matsirga waterfall is one of the top tourist hotspots in Kaduna.

Gurara Falls, one of the natural habitats is one of Nigeria's famous tourist attractions located in Niger state.