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 The Acting PNG Prime Minister, Hon. John Rosso, MP, says the 51st Pacific Islands Forum, which Prime Minister James Marape will be attending, in Suva, Fiji, is the most significant in recent history, as the region gradually emerges from the grips of the COVID-19 pandemic. Acting PM Rosso outlines importance of PNG Prime Minister Marape’s attendance at PIF [Photo credit : ABC]  He made these remarks in his first press conference in Port Moresby, today. “Prime Minister Marape, who has also been caught up in election matters, has made time available in his very busy schedule to participate as Head of Government at this important regional summit. “It is also important that our Prime Minister attends this meeting as he will be handing over the Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) Chair to Vanuatu. “The PIF is a very important regional meeting for all Pacific nations, and as the sitting Prime Minister of the largest island nation, it is only fitting that he attends to ensure that PNG presence i...

Ballantine, Isbn-034550691X In this captivating novel of romantic suspense, New York Times bestselling author Linda Howard brings us deep into the wild, where a smart and sexy outdoor guide and her ruggedly handsome competitor must join forces to survive—and avoid becoming what they never expected to be: PREY Linda Howard’s books are a general hit or miss for me. Veil of the Night is one book of hers that I still remember with fondness and that’s the only reason I made it past the synopsis for this book. Reason – it screamed predictability and in that aspect I was proved right. What’s different is Howard’s treatment of it which makes it somewhat interesting. I’m not saying I loved it, but then I didn’t hate it either. Read more »

  4 HORMONES IN OUR BRAIN  That Promote Happiness The human brain is the command center for the nervous system and not only brain is a complex organ, but it has at least three levels of functions that affect all aspects of our daily lives: interpretation of senses and control of movement; maintenance of cognitive, mental, and emotional processes; and maintenance of normal behavior and social cognition (14).  According to research, there are four primary brain chemicals (hormones) that are responsible for a substantial portion of an individual’s level of happiness. Dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, and endorphins are the names of the four chemicals that are found in the brain. 1. DOPAMINE Dopamine, also known as the “happy hormone” and sometimes “love hormone” is responsible for producing sensations of general well-being. As a neurotransmitter, dopamine is what drives us on toward our objectives (2 & 12). When we complete a task or achieve a goal, our brain releases dopami...