Tag: trivia

Oscar nominations: all the fun facts

LOS ANGELES, United States (AFP) — The nominations for the 91st Oscars were announced Tuesday, with “Roma” and “The Favorite” leading the pack. But the statistical quirks that the annual event throws up can be as intriguing as tracking which movies get the most nods. Here are some fun facts and figures from this year’s list of nominees: – Netflix’s big step forward – Streaming giant Netflix took a major step forward in its quest […]

British Ambassador hosts GREAT British Quiz Night

MANILA – British Ambassador Asif Ahmad recently hosted his first ever GREAT British Quiz Night for some media friends. As the room filled with the merry din of animated chitchat, teammates assessed each other’s trivia prowess and put their heads together to come up with their team names. British Ambassador Asif Ahmad welcomed his guests and introduced them to the GREAT campaign, a seven-month series of events that showcase the best of British business and culture. […]

Breastfeeding: Facts and figures and why is it the best for your baby

QUEZON City, Philippines (September 2) – According to the Natural Resources Defense Council (NDRC) Nowadays, Breast milk is best for your baby, and the benefits of breastfeeding extend well beyond basic nutrition. In addition to containing all the vitamins and nutrients your baby needs in the first six months of life, breast milk is packed with disease-fighting substances that protect your baby from illness. Various researchers have found a connection between breastfeeding and cognitive development. […]