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Jyoti

@LuvManan13

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Posted: 10 years ago

#31

Hats off to you CC ... Amazing ... Very nice :)

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Seya

@se.ya

Voyager

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Posted: 10 years ago

#32

Wow! It's amazing guys 👏 Awesome interviews :) Loved it, totally ❤️

Wonderful work people 👍🏼

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Tahniat Ahmad

@Sexylicious.

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Posted: 10 years ago

#33

"Think before you type" - Anonymous

"Hey Loser! No one likes you? Why don't you just go and kill yourself?"
"How does it feel to be the most hated person in College? Eh? You're a puke and a disgrace to human race"
"You are fat...do you try to look ugly...or it's natural?"

The sad reality that grips the cyber world today. The use of social networks and other means of communications to mentally harass an individual... in a deliberate manner constitute the very prevalent issue, Cyber Bullying.Legally, it is defined as use of information technologies to support deliberate acts of harassment and hostility towards a particular individual.

What does Cyber Bullying mean? One might ponder over that. In very simple terms Cyber Bullying is the misuse of electronic media and communication, ie. Internet to bully, threaten and harass a person. Many children and adults have been subjected to Cyber Bullying.The bullies inflict psychological pain on their victims. This often triggers suicidal tendencies, mainly in young adults. It is also considered as a serious violation to human rights.An extremely classic case of Cyber Bullying is "The Ryan Halligan Case". Ryan Halligan (1989-2003) had difficulties in developing his speech, language and motor skills and therefore he had received special education services from pre-school to the fourth grade. This history of Ryan led him to be a victim of bullying in his later grades. In 2003, he had an argument with one of the bullies and consecutively..they became friends, or so Ryan thought. But that friend of him went on to spread a rumour that Ryan was gay. As much as Ryan tried to deny the rumour, it spread through the AOL Instant Messenger (AIM). Ryan befriended a girl during this period, and it looked as if the girl liked him as well. But truth be told, she was very much a part of bullying Ryan as any other student. She and her friends thought that it would be highly entertaining if she made Ryan believe that she liked him and provoke him to share a few personal details...which were then copied and passed through the AIM service. Eventually, Ryan hanged himself in his parent's bathroom...and later, his father recovered a folder filled with AIM Messages which could have led to Ryan ending his life.

The statistics and researches from Canada reveal that 23% of middle-school kids had been bullied through emails; 41% by text messages on their phones and those 41% didn't know the identity of their perpetrators.

About 6% children and 18% young people across the European Union admitted to being a victim of Cyber Bullying. About 17% of Japanese Teenagers are victims of bullying through emails and text messages...according to a research report.

Going through such heart stirring statistics and incidences, the only question that arises is,
"To what end?"

There's possibly no answer to why bullies do what they do? If this is their idea of prank...then it is definitely a sick one. If it's a joke, then it definitely ain't funny. So, I guess we'd never know.

"A woman's health is her capital." -Harriet Beecher Stowe

A proper health leads to a happy and content life. Since women's health concerns are increasing, we would like to point out some vital health issues and some tips to help you lead a healthier life.

Men and women share the common diseases but there are some diseases which occur in women at a considerable higher frequency. High Blood pressure, which is caused by Kidney diseases, and migrant headaches occur in women to the ratio of 3/4.

Other diseases like Urinary tract infection, irritable bowel syndrome and gallstone are common among women.

A condition called Osteoporosis occur both in men and women but is more likely to infect women more. The disease is such that the density of the bone decreases. This has raised a great amount of concern and research shows that one among two women over 50 are supposedly to suffer from this condition.

There are some particular cancers which affect women in a high scale. Such as Breast cancer, Ovarian Cancer and Uterus Cancer. They're severe health issues, but curable...if detected early.

Breast Cancer

It is among the leading causes of women's death in cancer around the world. Studies show that about 12.4% women of USA are likely to suffer from this cancer. Research tells us that the smaller the breast-size the higher is the possibility of surviving.

Ovarian Cancer:

This cancer is also known as silent killer as it cannot be easily detected during the initial stage. There three types of ovarian cancers: Epithelial tumors, Stromal tumors and Germ cell tumors. It's still not very clear what causes this cancer.

Here are some signs of cancer in women:

1. Breast changes

2. Bleeding between-periods.

3. Bloating.

4. Skin Changes.

5. Loss of appetite.

6. Blood with urine and stool.

7. Weight loss without trying.

8. Fatigue.

9. Coughing & Fever.

10. Depression.

'Exercise is good for your mind, body and soul.' -Susie Michelle Cortright

Giving birth... These two words itself draws out a beautiful flutter in one's heart. Women have been fortunate enough to be gifted with the ability to give birth to a new life, a new human being. They nurture their child for nine months and during this blissful time period, a special connection forms between the mother and the child. A child brings a bundle of joy as it breathes its first pump of fresh air, but for this harmonious ecstasy the mother has to take some precautions for a healthy pregnancy and a well bouncy baby.

The first three months of the pregnancy are the crucial time where the mothers have to be extra careful with themselves. This is the time when the child's organs are developed and any wrong step by the mother might be harmful for the child. Below are some things/items that one can avoid during pregnancy.

Fish and seafood

Fish and seafood are a delight to eat but during pregnancy it is better to take as less as seafood possible because seafood contains a high level of mercury, which is harmful for the developing foetus.

Caffeine

According to some researches, caffeine can be unhealthy for the foetus. Consumption of caffeine can cause sleeping problems and irritability. Premature birth can take place.

Alcohol

Consuming Alcohol during pregnancy can be very dangerous for the foetus which is growing inside the mother's womb. After birth the child may face problems learning, growing and may have anomalous facial appearance.

Cigarettes

Severe health problems tend to occur because of cigarette smoking. Even passive smoking can cause equal amount of damage to the foetus. Infections, sudden death of the infant and breathing problems are triggered because of smoking.

Proper Medications

Before taking any herbs or medications, please do go to your doctor. Some medications can cause harm to the foetus which is why it is better to consult a doctor before doing anything.

If you haven't started taking these following precautions, then start now! Spread the word. It's never too late to share a good piece of advice. It's better late than being sorry!

Edited by Sexylicious. - 10 years ago

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Tahniat Ahmad

@Sexylicious.

Inactive

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Posted: 10 years ago

#34

After the very serious issues of cyber-bullying and women's health awareness, we're here with a fun section.

Yup, we've designed a fun-filled crossword for you all!
Before putting on your crossword-solving hats, have a look at these guidelines first.

1.The theme of the crossword is literature.
2.Refrain from using the Internet for finding the answers. (This is a game, people! Play it for fun)
3.The answers will be revealed after 48 hours i.e. 5th June, i.e with the next segment of the Gazette.
4. PM your answers to crazycontests with subject "Gazette Crossword"

Have fun finding the answers! 😉

Edited by Sexylicious. - 10 years ago

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Titli

@afterlife.

Stunner

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Posted: 10 years ago

#35

Amazing works by creative team. Loved the sections in pg 1,4,6. All are beautiful. My favorite section is the awaiting movies,debates.

Edited by ..BlackSwan.. - 10 years ago

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samridhi

@samridhigoodiez

Sparkler

+ 4

Posted: 10 years ago

#36

Oh my god! This is amazing. Something of my interest. Guys great job. Also I like that cyber bullying section. I must tell you all that it has now became punishable in India. One cannot use abusive language for anyone or can harass anyone. The best thread so far. At least it is useful.

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Harjot.

@Angel-Jot

Alumni

+ 6

Posted: 10 years ago

#37

Misc team, you've gone above and beyond my expectations for the newsletter. Honestly, a job well done. 🤗 I can't wait till the next section. ;)

-Jot.

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Queen Bitch

@Mean.Girl

Rocker

+ 2

Posted: 10 years ago

#38

It was awesome..

The research on cyber bullying and Womens Health is really great..

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Abhinaya

@HeyDeviMaiyya

Trailblazer

+ 6

Posted: 10 years ago

#39

So informative and beautifully presented loved the new sections as well! Keep 'em coming team👏

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Shivangi.

@caffeineaddict

Trailblazer

+ 6

Posted: 10 years ago

#40

We crazies, are a bunch of critical people. Yes, we find joy in analysing anything and everything worth analysing. And then we also are a bunch of spammers...we talk about anything and...oh well! Everything.

Let's just take a small tour, into our crazy little world. We did an in-house survey, on life, social awareness...and also some really weird stuff. Look what we have to tell you!

Haters hate, bullies bully. Be it in school or virtually via Internet. Have you ever experienced cyber bullying on IF?

BornThisWay: Fortunately, no.

.Username: Sadly, I have experienced bullying. Just once though.

xbeyondwordsx: Nope but I have come across people who have bullied others with name-calling and all.

OtakuGirl-Debo: You could say so...and that's basically because of difference in opinions and personal choices. Opinions do beg to differ. It's upto the person as to what level he/she takes it.

thegameison : Nope, bullying is largely the doom of the non-scary folk, I suppose. I am just as reserved as your bullied up prototype, I am but I am also very scary. Bullies are the really scared ones, don't get me wrong. But they don't target people who are visibly stronger than they are, in character or built or whatever.

Edna_Philip: No. But we a bunch of friends pull each others legs here in IF. And it seems bully to others often.😆 😳

debashree04: Yup, quite a few times.

-Koeli_Appy-: Well I'm not sure...maybe I did. Once...though!

harith25: Yup.😆

..Ramya..: Ok bullying might be a strong word to use in this situation but I have experienced cornering a couple of times for just a matter of difference in opinions. But I wouldn't really call that bullying so no really.

Yagyaseni: Yes, I have. Very recently.

What's your spirit animal?

psychobaiko.: Snake.

BornThisWay: Owl.

xbeyondwordsx: Lioness

somergasm.: Tigress

Angel-Jot.: Some lazy animal probably? 😆 A sloth?

BabbaR_SheR: Parrot

.Username.: Spider, don't ask me why because I don't have an answer

-Moutushi-: anything that's lazy will go with me 😆

18shabbo: A Panda surely.

shayranahui.: Zebra

Sexylicious.: BUNNY!

-Koeli_Appy-: My spirit animal is a lioness.

pancakes: Owl

..Ramya..: Wolf.

.LilGreenRobot.: Bold Eagle, apparently 🤔

What are some of the books in your TBR list?

Mrs.Somerhalder: The list is endless.

psychobaiko.: Reed brothers. Fixed series. Ugly Love. FSOG. Fighting For Flight etc.

BornThisWay: Sigmund Freud's The Interpretation of Dreams.

xbeyondwordsx: Hmm there are too many. Shopaholic To The Stars, The Kite Runner, Wedding Night, most of the books by Sophie Elizabeth Philips..

somergasm.: Fixed Series

Angel-Jot.: Oh there's a lot. I can't name 'some'.

BabbaR_SheR : I'm so lazy to read extra books then my course ones😆

.Username.: Don't have any right now!.

OtakuGirl-Debo: Don't ask me about books...I only read manga..and there are lot's of...😉

thegameison: Allegiant by Veronica Roth,by North and South by Elizabeth Gaskell, Longbourn by Jo Baker,Little Women by Louisa May Scott and Mastermind: How To Think Like Sherlock Holmes by Maria Konnikova

-Moutushi-: The fault in our stars and Prothom-alo (Bengali book)

18shabbo: Plato

Edna_Philip: 5 Sydney books😆

shayaranahui.: The Case Book Of Sherlock Holmes, The Invisible Man

Sexylicious.: This Man series.

-Koeli_Appy-: Oh my god that's so hard to say because I love reading books and there are so many currently. probably over 70 odd books.

pancakes: Divergent series, paper town, shopholic series etc

debasree04:Harry Potter! 😛

harith25: That list is always TBR 😆

..Ramya..: There are so many that I don't even know which ones to read now since I'm so behind. 😆

Yagyaseni: I really want to read Palace of Illusions and the Dramatic Decade, but was unable to take out time.

.LilGreenRobot.: Midnight in the Harem, One kiss in London, Wedding vows, Who's calling the shots, Dating the enemy and a few others 😳

The best movie released in the past 6 months, according to you?

Mrs.Somerhalder: .Fast and Furious 7.

psychobaiko.: In past 6 mnths i have only watched FSOG that too a week back. Ugghhh i forgot F&F7 😆

BornThisWay: The Imitation Game.

xbeyondwordsx: Hmm F&F7 and PK

somergasm.: FURIOUS 7

Angel-Jot.: The Hunger Games: The Mockingjay.

BabbaR_SheR: Have not watched any so can't say😆

.Username.: Errr Haven't really watched a good movie in the past 6 months, or I don't remember any.

OtakuGirl-Debo: Detective Byomkesh Bakshi,PK

thegameison: The Imitation Game, but I think it's older than six months. Not a movie person either, sorry. 🤔

-Moutushi-:Fast and Furious 7😛 (I have watched only new 2 movies in last 6 months and this is the better one between them😆)

18shabbo:Idk, didn't watch them thoroughly.

Edna_Philip: Interstellar

debasree04:PK

shayaranahui.: Chaar Sahibzaade- it was one of the heart touching movies I've ever seen.

Sexylicious.: Furious 7. Emotionally connected with it.

-Koeli_Appy-: None.

pancakes: I haven't watch many just one or two so from that Cinderella

harith25: Didnt watch any

..Ramya..: Umm, I think the only new movie I've watched in the past 6 months is pK and that was a great movie but I ain't sure about the best.

Yagyaseni: I don't watch movies.

.LilGreenRobot.: The Wedding Ringer & FF7

High Heeled footwear or Flats?

Mrs.Somerhalder: High healed footwear.

psychobaiko.: mostly flats it is & heels *occassionally*

BornThisWay: Flats.

xbeyondwordsx: Hmm both depending on the occasion.

somergasm.: Flats anyday! ^_^

Angel-Jot.: I like high heels for sure.

BabbaR_SheR: 🤣ofcourse flat coz I'm so tall😆

.Username.: Flats. Always Flats.

OtakuGirl-Debo: High Heels but not Pencil Heels..

thegameison: Sneakers for me please =P

-Moutushi-: flats ... high heels are not my thing😕

18shabbo: High heeled.

Edna_Philip: High heels.

debasree04: Flats

shayaranahui.: Depends on the occasion. ;)

Sexylicious.: high heeled footwear or flats? High heeled because God made me sooo Tall😛

-Koeli_Appy-: I am very choosy when it comes to shoes because I go for comfort more than the style but at parties I prefer wearing high heels and for daily wear I prefer flats

pancakes: Flats

harith25: Flats

..Ramya..: I like semi flats, like more flat than heels but has a bit of height. But normally, flats are more comfortable for me.

Yagyaseni: Flats. I don't like high heels.

.LilGreenRobot.: High heels

Summer is the hottest season. What will you be doing to beat the heat?

Mrs.Somerhalder: Icecream

psychobaiko.: Umm trip to hill station. else we have many chilled out drinks like ganne ka ras (sugarcane juice), Lassi, aam panna etc.

BornThisWay: Keep calm & not over-analyze minor issues.

xbeyondwordsx: Reading and some more reading!

somergasm.: I fully intend to take up "lazing around" as my full time job and down myself with icecream!

Angel-Jot.: Not much.. But I like to eat so..

Slurpees, snow cones, ice cream, all that good stuff. 😃 Frozen yogurt too. ☺️

BabbaR_SheR:🤣 I'll catch it and will pack in a sack and then will beat it to death🤣

would love to have ice creams n shakes...yummm😛

.Username.: I got a huge list of unhealthy things to do: Eating icecream, and drinking slurpies, getting fat with junk food, and lastly spending time with my laptop and TV!.

OtakuGirl-Debo: Lazying around..under a fan or AC...or visiting a hill station 🤣

thegameison: I dress like I don't care I weigh 76 kilos, simple.😃

-Moutushi-: Swimming 😎

18shabbo: Non-alcoholic drinks with lots of ice cubes in a glass as big as a water bottle.

Edna_Philip: I'd drink Cokes and ice creams.

debashree04: Ice cream & cold drinks 😆😳

shayaranahui.: Slipping into comfy clothes, munching ice cubes, consuming ice creams & those yummy shakes- actually it's party time for me, so will be having a blast! 😎

Sexylicious: Munch on a Popsicle! Actually anything cold and sweet😳

-Koeli_Appy-: Eat lots of fruits which are my favourites and drink loads of water to keep myself hydrated.

pancakes: Lay down in AC whole day

harith25: Wear Cotton Dresses, Drink more of fluids or else sitting at home under the ac.

..Ramya..: Eat ice cream, wear the AC out and just be lazy. 😆

Yagyaseni: Keep Calm and Drink Gallons of Water.

.LilGreenRobot.: I would probably be chilling by the sea 😆

The CCs are busy preparing the threads for the month of June. Well, we can't reveal what the Birthday subteam is planning. (It's supposed to be a surprise. Right 😆) And the Miscellaneous subteam deals with the in-house activities...so we can't really spoil our surprise. But we do have something to tell out?😆

We have listed out some of the threads that is going up in the month of June.

Games Subteam:

Well, the fun team is getting a huge contest rolling...of which you already have seen a promo. Watch out people...the Fashionista Lounge will be one hell of a party.

The Fashionista Lounge Contest

Events/Festivals Subteam:

Ofcourse the events team is planning something. We don't usually sit idle...people! So here's a glimpse of threads going out in the coming months.

Father's Day
Canada Day
USA Independence Day
Guru Poornima

Birthday Threads

Hush! Nope...this team ain't getting anything out. ☺️ Keep guessing.

Raising Awareness and Discussions Subteam

Our RAD is working hard on two major discussion threads...and both of them are exquisitely shaping up. Do watch the GA space for these two heart-stirring threads by RAD.

Depression Awareness
Guilty Pleasure

So, the Misc Team thought of being a tad generous and we gave out some news from the in-house activities. Before we're kicked out...for letting you all know about our threads, let's just move on to the next section!

Edited by Temptations. - 10 years ago