Hitler’s Work of Art
Adolf Hitler was a politician known for his socialist ideology. He was born on April 20, 1889 and he died on April 30, 1945. He was the chancellor of Germany from 1933 to 1945 and the Fuhrer of Nazi Germany from 1934 to 1945.
Many people think that he is only an effective dictator and decorated World War I veteran but not all people think that he had an artistic side. He actually painted a still-life watercolour painting when he was young. His 1912 canvas was auctioned at the Nate D. Sanders auction house on March 26, 2015.
Here are some details about his work:
- Size: The size is 13.5 by 10.75 inch (34.3 by 27.3 cm).
- Bidding cost: The bidding started at $30,000.
- Look: The painting features a blue ceramic pitcher holding different colours of flowers. The flowers were unusual subject for the strong and rigid Hitler. The flowers are orange, red and soft pink. During his short venture, Hitler focused on landscapes and architecture.
For Singaporean artists out there, this is something worth looking at. This means that even the strongest leaders out there, there is an artist inside of them. Hitler sold some of his works to a Jewish art dealer. After seizing power, Hitler raided the gallery where most of his works were featured and deported the dealer to Lodz Ghetto. This is according to the auction house based in Los Angeles.
We do not know who got the painting yet but it must be expensive and worth a fortune.
What You Need to Know About Stomach Ulcers
Stomach ulcers are also known as peptic ulcers. This kind of ulcer is common here in Singapore. Adults and even teens experience this kind of illness. It is crucial that we know what it is so we will know how to handle it. Before anything else, we have to know what stomach ulcers mean. Stomach ulcers are characterized by splintering of stomach lining.
Here are other things that we need to know about stomach ulcers:
- Signs and symptoms: The first thing that we have to know is the signs and symptoms of stomach ulcers. Generally, the symptoms of stomach ulcers vary depending on the age of the patient and the location of the ulcer but typical ulcers will heal but recur. Patients first experience abdominal discomfort or pain which is felt every meal times. If there’s bloating, rush of saliva (which is called waterbrash), nausea, loss of appetite, weight loss, vomiting of blood (which is called hematemesis) and foul-smelling of faeces. The pain may be felt from the navel to the sternum and it may last from few minutes to several hours. When the stomach is empty, the pain worsens.
- Complications: The most common complication of stomach ulcer is gastrointestinal bleeding. This is when there’s sudden bleeding which can be life threatening. Another complication is the perforation. Perforation refers to a hole in the gastrointestinal tract wall. We also need to know about that penetration can also complicate the illness because it can affect the pancreas and liver. When the pyloric canal is scarred, gastric outlet obstruction will arise. In this kind of complication, the patient will endure severe vomiting.
- Causes: The major cause of stomach ulcer is helicobacter pylori that invade the antral mucosa. Another cause is the Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories. Stress can also play a role in the development of stomach ulcer. More importantly, a person’s diet can lead to stomach ulcer.
- Diagnosis: The doctor’s diagnosis will base on the patient’s symptoms. The first signal of a stomach ulcer is stomach pain. The doctors will then confirm the diagnosis by doing tests like barium contrast x-rays or endoscopy. These tests are usually recommended if symptoms do not resolve for many weeks.
- Treatment: For younger people with stomach ulcers, doctors will usually recommend H2 antagonists (like Famotidine and Ranitidine) or antacids before the endoscopy.
Hopefully the things above taught us everything that we need to know about stomach ulcers. Stomach or peptic ulcers are present in every population. The illness will develop at some point in our life. It can even lead to death if ignored or neglected.
Vote for the Best Sports
If you are a game addict, you have to know that there is Digital Life Awards 2015 happening at Funan DigitaLife Mall on January 27, 2015, 3pm. The winners for the Best Sports will be announced on that day. If you do not have anything to do, you can catch the awarding.
You can still vote the best sports. To date, these games are vying for the top spot:
- DriveClub (Sony): Expect more driving and upgrades. When you drive, it is as if you are in an arcade or simulation. This game is for veterans and beginners as well. If you want to race solo, you have the right to do so.
- Fifa (Electronic Arts): This year, the upgrades are more on the emotions of the players. There are about six hundred emotions integrated in the system. You will see a grimace of the striker or the triumph of the goal keeper.
- Forza Horizon 2 (Microsoft): If you dream of driving an Italian car along French Riviera, get ready for Forza Horizon 2’s treat. You can drive exotic cars with different environments.
- NBA 2K15 (Take 2): NBA 2K15 is the Editor’s Choice for Best Sports. You can make this game the top choice thru voting.
- World Soccer: Winning Eleven 2015 (Konami): If you want an intense game, the World Soccer game will surely entice you. There’s better graphic and brilliant artificial intelligence.
If you want to vote, you should head to Straits Times’ Digital Life Awards 2015 and let your every vote count. You need to know that when you vote, you get a chance to win at least $7,000. Prices include Samsung and LG smart TVs.
Learning the Art of Efficiency
Everyone wants to be efficient so they can have more time with the family. If you see efficiency as a challenge, you need to read more. This article will give you points so you will be efficient especially here in Singapore where many things are happening every second.
Here are some tips that can help you be more efficient:
- Prioritize night before: Some Singaporeans usually prioritize first thing in the morning and that is not a good thing. You have to prioritize the night before so when you wake up, your day is set.
- Set deadlines: If you set your prioritize, it entails setting deadlines too. When you set deadlines, make sure that it is realistic or plausible.
- Organize your space: When there are many clutters, you tend to be counterproductive especially if you are looking for something. The best thing that you can do is organize your space and get rid of clutters.
- Delegate: If you are working with the team, you have to include others. Do not keep everything on your own because it is detrimental. You have to look at the task and determine which of your peers can help you.
- Limit your distractions: If you are easily distracted by a mere phone call or text message, then you have to avoid it.
- Set timeline: You have to set timeline when you are doing a project so you will know what to expect and what to do.
The things mentioned above are tips. It is up to you to follow it. Regardless of what you follow, the important thing is you get things done. Your superior will be happy.
Creepiest Place on Earth
There are Singaporeans who are excited for Halloween especially that there are many attractions here in Singapore. For this year, if you want to get your chill, you have to go to the creepiest place on earth. Of course, this is not for the faint-hearted. If you think you can endure the fright, you should consider the list given by Cheapflights.com.
Cheapflights.com featured a list of creepiest places on Earth. Here are some places featured by Cheapflights.com that will guarantee to spook you and everyone around you:
- Louisiana: Louisiana is in New Orleans. Visitors can feel the horror with New Orleans Host Tour. You will be transported to the time where slaves are brutally tortured by Madame LaLaurie. The city also explores its vampire past together with visitors.
- India: In Rajasthan, you will feel the chills if you visit the Bhangarh Fort. The fort is the most haunted place ever written in the history of India. The fort is said to be cursed by a sorcerer who got angry because his love for the princess was ignored. Whoever comes in there after sunset will not return.
- Massachusetts: In Salem, you will be transported back to the time when everyone was accused of practising witchcraft. Perhaps you heard about the Salem Witch Trial. The trial executed about 19 women because they were believed to practice witchcraft.
- Scotland: If you really want to haunt ghosts and other paranormal activities, you should head to Edinburgh. If you remember history, the plague caused thousands of people to die. People were left to rot and die in tunnels and underground streets. You must visit the South Bridge Vaults and the Mary King’s Close.
Cheapflights also identified Prague (Czech Republic), Kimberley (South Africa), London (England), Victoria (Australia) and Chicago (Illinois). If you want to see these places, you should make your preparations. The offering is all throughout the year so there is no problem if you go there after the Halloween.
