Here's Why Taylor Swift Turned Off Her Instagram Comments
March 6, 2019 3:06 PM EST
Taylor Swift has taken a noticeably scaled-back approach to social media in recent years, which includes limiting the way she interacts with her fans, followers and even trolls online.
In an essay about turning 30 for ELLE, Swift revealed that during her time in the spotlight, she’s “learned to block some of the noise” by changing the way she uses social media. One way that she manages the issues that can come with the constant barrage of social media is by turning off her Instagram comments.
Horace Mann (Father of American Education)
Profession: Father of American Education
Biography: Arguing that universal public education was the best way to turn the nation's unruly children into disciplined, judicious republican citizens, he won widespread approval for building public schools. Most states adopted one version or another of the education systems he established.
Born: May 4, 1796
Birthplace: Franklin, Massachusetts, USA Star Sign: Taurus
Died: August 2, 1859 (aged 63)
Historical Events 1848-04-03 American education reformer Horace Mann joins the US Senate, representing Massachusetts Famous EducatorsncG1vNJzZmivp6x7sLrToaCsnJGue6S7zGinnqegobJwtM6rmJydXaKur7o%3D
How Aristotle and Dante Helped Its Creators Find Themselves
Aitch Alberto and Benjamin Alire Sáenz are video calling from the Eisenhower Executive Office Building, next to the West Wing. Earlier on this September morning, they visited the White House with the Hispanic Federation and attended a briefing on policies for the Latino community. They were missing the White House tour to talk to TIME.
This was the first time the two had seen each other in a year, since Sáenz came to see a screening of their movie in L.
How much is Nigeria army salary
The Nigerian Army is a respected force that keeps the country safe.
This guide will answer that question and give you a clear picture of what Nigerian Army salaries look like. We'll also talk about some other things to consider when thinking about a career in the army. Overview of Nigerian Army ranks The Nigerian Army is divided into two main categories: Commissioned Officers and Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs).
How to Pronounce the Names of the 12 Years a Slave Stars
The new movie 12 Years a Slave has been earning awards buzz — and a nice amount of box office in its limited release — and that means one thing: somebody, some day soon, will probably ask you what you think of it. You’ll probably want to mention some of the performances, which might put you in an awkward place, as the talented cast is full of polysyllabic names like Chiwetel Ejiofor.
Hungary Production Boom Builds on Special Film DNA in Magyar Industry: There Is a Hug
When it comes to the wild success of the film industry in Hungary, which is the largest production hub in continental Europe and second in Europe only to the U.K., film commissioner Csaba Káel is quick to credit a rich cinematic legacy dating back more than 100 years.
Joe Frazier, Muhammad Ali: A Rivalry in Full, Violent Flower
The universe of sport is built on rivalries. It doesn’t really matter if the rivalry involves two teams (Michigan and Ohio State, Liverpool and Man U), countries (the U.S. and Mexico in soccer, Russia and Canada in hockey) or individuals (Russell and Chamberlain, Evert and Navratilova and countless others). The tenor of each and every contest assumes a heightened pitch when rivals face one another.
Boxing rivalries, meanwhile, are different beasts entirely.
Larry Bird (NBA Legend) - On This Day
Profession: NBA Legend
Biography: The only person in NBA history to be named Most Valuable Player, Coach of the Year, and Executive of the Year.
Born: December 7, 1956
Birthplace: West Baden, Indiana, USA Age: 67 years old Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Playing Career 1979-03-26 41st NCAA Men's Basketball Championship: Michigan State beats Indiana State, 75-64; marks start of rivalry between future Hall of Famers Magic Johnson and Larry Bird; highest-rated game in history of televised college basketball 1979-10-12 Boston Celtics guard Chris Ford scores first 3-point basket in NBA history in 1st quarter of 114-106 win v Houston at Boston Garden; game also marks debut of Boston rookie Larry Bird 1980-05-29 Larry Bird beats out Magic Johnson for NBA rookie of year 1982-01-31 32nd NBA All-Star Game, Brendan Byrne Arena, East Rutherford, NJ: East beats West, 120-118; MVP - Larry Bird, Boston Celtics 1985-03-12 Larry Bird scores Boston Celtic record 60 points 1987-01-15 Champion Boston Celtics NBA forward Larry Bird is named Man of the Year by 'The Sporting News' and Athlete of the Year by 'Associated Press'; first time one athlete gains both distinctions 1987-09-09 Larry Bird (Celtics), begins NBA free throw streak of 59 1987-12-09 Larry Bird ends streak of 59 consecutive free throws 1989-12-19 Larry Bird (Celtics) begins NBA free throw streak of 71 games 1990-02-13 Larry Bird (Celtics) ends NBA free throw streak of 71 games 1992-08-08 The original US 'Dream Team' wins the basketball gold at the Barcelona Olympics 117-85 over Croatia; features superstars Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, Scottie Pippen, Charles Barkley, Patrick Ewing 1993-03-05 Boston Celtic Larry Bird undergoes backfusion surgery 1998-01-18 Larry Bird returns to Boston as head coach of the Indiana Pacers for the first time, as former Celtics center Robert Parish is honoured by having his No.
Lead British School student apologises for bullying Namtira Bwala
Maryam Hassan, the student of Lead British International School Abuja, has apologised for bullying her fellow student, Namtira Bwala. The video drew the attention of the Federal Government as the Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, visited the school. During her visit, the school administrator announced that the private school would be shut down for three days. ADVERTISEMENT
Earlier, another video of parents and relatives of Namtira on the school premises emerged on social media as the video of the young girl being bullied by Maryam continued to gain traction with Nigerians passing comments about the bully, her victim, and the school.
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