Rivers State Government of Nigeria banned the use of commercial motorcycle(okada) in Port Harcourt city and Obio-Akpor and two towns, Eleme and Obigbo,with effect from january1st,2009. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi ,Executive Governor of Rivers State, they say, did this as a way of charting a new course for transportation in Rivers State. Amaechi they say, [...]
world news 1- Jones: July 2011 is 'not a cliff, it's a ramp' for starting pullout December 6, 2009Top aides to President Obama signaled that some U.S. troops could head home from Afghanistan by July 2011, but most would likely remain for several years.
- Key global climate talks begin December 7, 2009The drumbeat rousing world leaders to action on climate change is fading out as delegates get down to the business of negotiating a global deal at climate talks in Copenhagen.
- U.S. military children arrested in Japan December 7, 2009Four American teenagers, all children of U.S. military personnel, have been arrested on charges of attempted murder after a woman was knocked off her motorbike with rope strung across two poles, Japanese police said.
- Iran police clash with protesters December 7, 2009Despite a heavy police presence in and around Tehran, demonstrators took to the streets on Monday to protest Iran's regime as the country marked a key national anniversary.
- Blast kills 10 in Pakistan December 7, 2009Two people were killed and 20 injured when a suicide bomber detonated outside a district courthouse in Peshawar on Monday, authorities said.
- Obama pushes Dems on health care December 7, 2009President Barack Obama met Sunday with Senate Democrats to try to rally support for a sweeping health care bill undergoing a heated debate in the chamber.
- Iraq amends election law after disputes December 7, 2009Iraqi lawmakers struck a deal Sunday night to revise the country's elections law after months of disputes that may force a delay of the country's upcoming parliamentary vote.
- FDA: Texas oysters linked to virus December 7, 2009The U.S. government warned consumers Sunday to avoid oysters from San Antonio Bay in Texas after investigators found the oysters caused a highly contagious virus.
- Beef recalled over salmonella December 7, 2009More than 20,000 pounds of beef have been recalled by a California company amid worries the meat is linked to two cases of salmonella, a federal food safety agency said.
- 'Blind Side' No. 1 at box office December 6, 2009Proving that Sandra Bullock is having the best year of her career, the football drama "The Blind Side" rose to first place at the box office this weekend with $20.4 million, according to early estimates by Hollywood.com Box Office.
- Jones: July 2011 is 'not a cliff, it's a ramp' for starting pullout December 6, 2009
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- Africa: Poor States Hope to Benefit From Climate Talks December 7, 2009Climate talks opening today in Copenhagen, Denmark could be a turning point for developing countries.
- Somalia: Militants Attack Mosque, Killing Seven December 7, 2009Heavily armed Al-Shabaab militants attacked a mosque in the Somali town of Basra between Afgooye and Balcad, northwest of the Somali capital Mogadishu, killing seven people and injuring 13 others.
- Zimbabwe: Talks in Feuding Unity Govt Show Progress December 6, 2009SOUTH African President Jacob Zuma's facilitation team will return tomorrow following indications that the feuding parties in the unity government are making progress towards the resolution of outstanding issues in the Global Political Agreement (GPA).
- Sudan: Govt Arrests Leading Southern Politicians December 7, 2009The Sudanese government arrested leading figures of the Sudan People's Liberation Movement (SPLM) during a protest outside the National Assembly in Khartoum on Monday, news services report.
- Congo-Kinshasa: Combatants Have Created Global Support Networks December 7, 2009Supporters of the rebel group FDLR in North America and Europe are part of "a far-reaching international diaspora network involved in the day-to-day running of the movement, the co-ordination of military and arms trafficking activities and the management of financial activities," the UN panel says.
- East Africa: Officials Complicit in Rape of Congo - UN Experts December 7, 2009Officials in Tanzania, Uganda and Burundi are conniving with arms dealers and gold smugglers working for rebel forces in the Democratic Republic of Congo, a panel of United Nations experts charges in an unreleased report.
- Central Africa: Great Lakes Nations to Send War Crimes Suspects to ICC December 7, 2009In a diplomatic breakthrough, signatories to the 11-member International Conference on the Great Lakes have agreed to commit military officers suspected of crimes against humanity to The Hague.
- South Africa: Migrants Deny Access to Health Care December 7, 2009South African health care professionals are endangering the health of the country's large foreign population by routinely denying health care and treatment to thousands of asylum seekers, refugees, and migrants, Human Rights Watch said in a report released today. South Africa's foreign-born residents, who are particularly vulnerable to disease and […]
- Namibia: Opposition Challenge Election Results December 7, 2009EIGHT political parties do not accept the results of the National Assembly and presidential elections and will take the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) to court for allegedly contravening the election law.
- South Africa: 55,000 Capetonians Party for World Cup December 7, 2009If there's a World Cup naysayer left in South Africa it is doubtful they would dare raise their hand after the overwhelming success of Friday's Final Draw party in Cape Town.
- Nigeria: World Bank Unveils Growth Strategy for the Country December 7, 2009Today, economic experts and analysts from within and outside the shores of the country as well as government officials will converge on THISDAY Dome, Abuja, for the THISDAY Town Hall Meeting to brainstorm on the new report of the World Bank entitled "Employment and Growth Report (EGR)".
- Africa: Continent Bears Brunt of Climate Change December 7, 2009With their rugged glacier summits and heavily forested slopes, Mounts Kenya and Kilimanjaro stand tall as some of the most impressive land masses in Africa.
- Kenya: Odinga Fights Back Against Party Rebels December 7, 2009Prime Minister Raila Odinga held a highly successful rally at Mombasa's Tononoka grounds on Sunday as he sought to fight back against a rebellion in the party.
- Nigeria: Jos Boy Kevin Wins Big Brother IIII December 7, 2009It was jubilation, celebration and excitement in South Africa last night as Kevin Pam, who hails from Jos, the Plateau State capital, carted home the $200,000, prize money in the Big Brother Africa competition, which lasted 91 days.
- Nigeria: Anti-Yar'Adua Forces Corrupt, Says Family December 7, 2009A member of the extended family of President Umaru Yar'Adua, Hajia Binta Kuraje, yesterday rose in strong defence of her brother, for the first time, describing those calling for the resignation of the ailing President as corrupt.
- Uganda: Museveni Flies Economy Class December 7, 2009President Yoweri Museveni flew back home from the US on Saturday night on a commercial airliner in the economy class.
- Uganda: World Newspapers Unite on Climate Change December 7, 2009"Today, 55 newspapers in 44 countries take the unprecedented step of speaking with one voice through a common editorial. We do so because humanity faces a profound emergency.
- Zimbabwe: South Africans Prepare Report on Unity Govt December 7, 2009Negotiators to the Global Political Agreement and the Sadc team appointed by South Africa's President Jacob Zuma are preparing a report for the bloc's Troika chairman President Armando Guebuza of Mozambique on the progress made by the inclusive Government.
- Rwanda: Kagame on Reshuffle, France and Commonwealth December 7, 2009President Paul Kagame yesterday spoke out on the recent cabinet reshuffle which saw, in a surprise move, a number of Ministers dropped and others switched to different portfolios.
- Sudan: Darfur Gunmen Kill Peacekeepers December 6, 2009The joint African Union-United Nations peacekeeping mission in Darfur (UNAMID) today spoke out against the "cowardly" attack against its forces yesterday that claimed the lives of three blue helmets.
- Africa: Poor States Hope to Benefit From Climate Talks December 7, 2009
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- NO MORE PHONETICS FOR STEPHEE OKEREKE December 6, 2009stephee okereke There is a strong rumour that talented Nollywood diva, Stephanie Okereke is in a sizzling romance with society big boy, Linus Idahosa, the Executive Director (Marketing) of Octastar Limited. Since her marriage to a former Super Eagles player, Chikelu Iloenyosi packed up; there have been wide speculations here and there about who Stephanie i […]kenneth uwadi
- IS IT GOOD FOR RITA DOMINIC TO SMOKE? December 6, 2009Is Rita Dominic red skin or yellow skin? I dont know sha,but as for her lips, the color is daunting…she should stop whatever she is taking dat makes her face to look pale,abi na igboooo (marijuana).? SMOKER . Rita Dominic I just dont see the beauty in Rita. It turns out she smokes (bleh!) and i figured [...]kenneth uwadi
- A hungry man hardly responds to HALLELUYAH December 6, 2009Rev Paul Adefarasin What is the contribution of some churches like that of Reverend Paul Adefarasin to Nigerians. The Catholic, Anglican and some other Churches build schools, hospital etc. This Man is not building anything and he wants Nigerians to contribute for him. He is just interested in how many customers he can attend to in [...]kenneth uwadi
- Cocaine Abuse? Gov. Sylva Slumps in Abuja December 6, 2009-Ukpaka report Cocaine Abuse? Gov. Sylva Slumps 121in Abuja, Flown To Mental Facility in India - A cantankerous fete of uneasiness holds Bayelsa State at siege. What had been a long kept secret in the corridors of the political astute has come out in the full open resulting from a recent collapse of the Bayelsa State governor at Abuja [...]kenneth uwadi
- Tiger Beat: Uchitel Million-Dollar Deal In The Works, Fourth & Fifth Alleged Mistresses Coming Forward? December 6, 2009By Omg.com LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Reports and rumors continue to come in on the Tiger Woods scandal. RadarOnline’s latest report claims the golf superstar has reached a deal to pay alleged mistress Rachel Uchitel — who has denied reports of an affair — between one and three million dollars to keep her story and her alleged [...] […]kenneth uwadi
- 4th Alleged Tiger Woods Mistress Lawyers Up December 6, 2009By TMZ Another woman is coming forward claiming she had a long-term affair with Tiger Woods … and to prove she means business, she’s already hired herself a lawyer. TMZ has learned the alleged mistress — that’s number four on your scorecards — claims this relationship didn’t originate in Vegas, it started near Tiger’ […]kenneth uwadi
- James Woods’ Ex — Cheated by Adulterers? December 6, 2009By Tmz James Woods‘ ex-girlfriend claims she’s being “humiliated” by a website built for adulterers — and it’s all because they share the same name. Ashley Madison (the actress) is suing Ashley Madison (a website for people who want to have affairs) claiming the site is using her name and likeness without her permission […]kenneth uwadi
- Hulk Hogan to Judge: I Want My Toilet Seat Back! December 6, 2009By tmz Hulk Hogan is making a huge stink over his beloved toilet seat — and now he wants to have a sit-down with a Florida judge in the hopes of making his ex-wife give the damn thing back. TMZ has obtained legal documents, in which the wrestler accuses Linda of stripping his home of all sorts [...]kenneth uwadi
- R.I.P WWE UMAGA December 5, 2009Umaga A rep from the WWE tells TMZ their former superstar wrestler Umaga has died. Umaga, whose real name was Eddie Fatu, was 36 years old. The WWE has released a statement on their website saying, “The WWE would like to express its deepest condolences to Mr. Fatu’s family, friends and fans on his tragic passing.” (CNN) — Wrestler [.. […]kenneth uwadi
- Is Serena Williams absolutely beautiful? December 4, 2009serena williams Is Serena Williams absolutely beautiful?Does she get a very nice body and a wonderful ass? Do you find her very actractive ? If that N.F.L. linebacker Serena is your idea of beauty, then you will also like men. Give me a feminine white chick any day. Serena looks like a lowland gorilla! What are [...]kenneth uwadi
- Taylor Swift’s really not very hot at all December 4, 2009Taylor Swift Wow… Taylor Swift’s really not very hot at all, hu? Just some skinny, tall, slouchy girl. I can find twenty better looking women on any day in any club in Nigeria She’s not fugly, but yikes – boring. I can see the appeal to guys who wear cowboy hats and have low self esteem. She’s [...]kenneth uwadi
- MAXIMUS UBA THE NOISE-MAKER FROM IMO STATE December 4, 2009Maximus Uba Maximus Uba,Maximus Uba,Maximus Uba.How many times? Three times.We’ve never met, so I have no right to ask a favor. Nevertheless, I’d like to make a carefully considered request: Please, for the love of all that is good and holy, stop writing untrue things about Imo state. Your write up is that of a hungry man [...]kenneth uwadi
- Obagol… all day, every day! December 1, 2009Obafemi Martins My people this guy Obafemi Martin really dey too much.He is powerful, no bi say because i be naija. It seems every good Nigerian player can use both legs. Kanu, Jay Jay, and Martin, all good- good at using both legs. The biggest Inter’s mistake is the decision to sell Martin. Although he [...]kenneth uwadi
- Aint karma a bitch!! December 1, 2009According to her Husband Emma Ogosi the man behind her success, “Evi Edna Left Nigeria Because of Our Dwindled Fortune” And with the halt came the painful realisation that the party was over. When this happened, Evi disappeared from the scene. Initially, Nigerians thought it was a joke but 10 years after, Evi Edna is [...]kenneth uwadi
- SING MARIO,SING December 1, 2009 kenneth uwadi
- Lying in the name of God December 1, 2009Tunde Bakare Lying in the name of God is bad. I believe God gives special messages to special people. That’s the starting point. But when you put yourself in a position you are not supposed to be, it becomes a problem. Pastor Tunde Bakare told us then when Obasanjo was elected as President of Nigeria that Olusegun Obasanjo [...]kenneth uwadi
- Alec Baldwin is still kicking ass December 1, 2009Alec Baldwin talks to Mary-Louise Parker and her son William in Washington Square Park, New York City on Thanksgiving Day Alec Baldwin is still kicking ass .You remmember him? Alexander Rae “Alec” Baldwin III (born April 3, 1958) is an American film and television actor. He has been around the Hollywood block a time or two, [...]kenneth uwadi
- Basket mouth is a big fool November 29, 2009Bright Okpocha Bright Okpocha, a.k.a Basket Mouth, is one of Nigeria’s brightest comedians haa haa……Basket mouth is a big fool! Basket mouth is the man. The guy is good. Basket mouth is mad!! this is mad funny.What a character and his ideas of jokes are solid .B-mouth ,confirm jo ,its your time to shine de go. This guy [...]kenneth uwadi
- A barber for Pete Edochie to shave his Bia Bia November 29, 2009Pete Edochie, is a Nigerian actor. A devout Catholic, he is considered one of Africa s most talented actors, by both Movie Awards and Movie Magic’s Africa Magic Cable network. Although a seasoned administrator and broadcaster, he came into prominence in the 1980s when he played the lead role of Okonkwo in an NTA adaptation [...]kenneth uwadi
- Batista is now a weak duck November 29, 2009 kenneth uwadi
- NO MORE PHONETICS FOR STEPHEE OKEREKE December 6, 2009
- News from Nigeria 1
- Amodu All The Way – NFF December 6, 2009Despite wide-spread calls for Nigeria coach Shuaibu Amodu to be replaced with a foreign Technical Adviser, the NFF has reiterated its stance that nothing will make it remove Amodu from leading the team to South Africa. According to NFF he will definitely be in South Africa 2010 World Cup next year. Influential executive committee member Taiwo Ogunjobi told K […]isah@leadershipnigeria.com (Isah)
- Amodu Gives Semifinals Benchmark December 6, 2009As Nigerians continue to react to last Friday's FIFA 2010 official draw where the Super Eagles were pitched against Argentina, South Korea and Greece in Group B, Eagles' under-fire coach, Shuaibu Amodu, has come out to say the target he has set for himself and the team is the semi finals. Amodu tips his Super Eagles to be able to fly all the way to […]isah@leadershipnigeria.com (Isah)
- NSC Sets Up Investigative Panel On Allegation Of Forgery Against Ndanusa December 6, 2009After last Friday's suspension from office as the President of Volleyball Federation by the National Sports Commission based on the grave allegation made against Sani Ndanusa, Nigeria's Sports Minister and President Nigeria Tennis Federation by the Nigeria Olympic Committee headed by Engr. Habu Gumel, the NSC has further instituted an investigative […]isah@leadershipnigeria.com (Salifu Usman, Abuja)
- Why I Formed Ajiya Babes – Galadima December 6, 2009Chairman of Ajiya Babes of Gumel, igawa state, Dr. Alili Galadima, has said the aim and objective of forming Ajiya Babes is to support his state, the nation and make sure it is a channel for poverty alleviation in his domain. He said his desire is to use it to eradicate poverty by creating job opportunities to those that are gifted with football talent. Alil […]isah@leadershipnigeria.com (Abdulrahman Tonga, Kaduna)
- Will Nigeria Shine In South Africa? December 6, 2009It has been optimism all the way after world's attention was shifted to South Africa last weekend where Nigeria's Super Eagles got drawn in Group B alongside Argentina, South Korea and Greece for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Super Eagles coach who picked the ticket for Nigeria, Shuaibu Amodu has suddenly found his voice after earlier declaration that N […]isah@leadershipnigeria.com (Ishaku Kigbu)
- 200, 000 Nigerians For South Africa 2010 December 6, 2009About two hundred thousand Nigerians are expected to hit South Africa for next year's Fifa World Cup, outstripping by a long way, official projections of around 15 000. It should also be the highest number of any country coming for the World Cup. "We don't have official confirmation yet, but we have gathered that about 200 000 Nigerians are go […]isah@leadershipnigeria.com (Isah)
- Oshiomhole, Aviation Minister Clash Over Threat to Shut Down Airport December 6, 2009The Edo Governor, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole has warned the Minister of Aviation, Hon. Babatunde Omotosho against closing down the Benin City Domestic Airport on account that its location is constituting noise pollution to residents of the area. Oshiomhole who gave this warning in Okada, while speaking to newsmen during the 7th convocation ceremony of the Igb […]isah@leadershipnigeria.com (Patrick Ochoga, Benin City)
- Imoke Wants Suspended LG Chairman Reinstated December 6, 2009Governor of Cross River State, Senator Liyel Imoke has ordered the Cross River State House of Assembly to reverse its earlier decision on the suspension of Obanliku Local Government Chairman, Mr. Godwin Amanke. The order was contained in a strong worded protest letter to the Speaker of the House, complaining about the procedure of the suspension. The letter […]isah@leadershipnigeria.com (Edem Edem, Calabar)
- Ukpai Urges Political Leaders To Fear God December 6, 2009The leader of Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association World Wide, Rev.Dr. Uma Ukpai has enjoined all political leaders in the country to always respect and have the fear of God in the course of their duties. Uma Ukpai who stated this at his Victory Cathedral Edet Akpan while briefing newsmen on the activities of his forth coming Uyo Miracle Convention 2009 i […]isah@leadershipnigeria.com (Bernard Tolani Dada, Uyo)
- Akpabio Assures AKBC Of Befitting Headquarters December 6, 2009Akwa Ibom Government has renewed its pledge to build a befitting corporate headquarters for the the state owned broadcasting corporation soon. The State Governor, Chief Godswill Akpabio, gave the assurance at Government House, Uyo when he received the National President of the Radio, Television and Theatre Workers' Union, RATTAWU, who paid him a courte […]isah@leadershipnigeria.com (Bernard Tolani Dada, Uyo)
- Amodu All The Way – NFF December 6, 2009
- News from Nigeria 2
- Nigeria pumping 1.8-1.85m bpd of oil December 7, 2009Nigeria is currently producing between 1.8m and 1.85m barrels per day (bpd) of crude oil plus 600,000 bpd of condensate, the minister of state for petroleum Odein Ajumogobia said yesterday.
- Yar’adua’ll be back soon, Gov Shema December 7, 2009Governor Ibrahim She-ma of Katsina State yesterday said President Umaru Musa Yar’adua who is in Saudi Arabia for treatment is recuperating and will be back in the country soon.
- FG pledges to revive automotive plants December 7, 2009The federal government yesterday pledged to assist automotive plants with a view to revitalising them. Mr Humphrey Abah, the Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, made the pledge while speaking to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Nnewi.
- FG to concession 4 airports December 7, 2009The Federal Government is set to concession four International Airports, Chief Exe-cutive Officer of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) Mr Richard Aisuebeogun has said.
- New electoral law out by March’ December 7, 2009The ongoing effort at reforming the electoral process in the country will be completed by first quarter of 2010 to usher in new electoral laws, Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu has said.
- CID takes over probe of CAC official’s murder December 7, 2009The police in Abuja said investigation into the murder of Abubakar Umar Abba, an Assistant Director with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), has been transferred to the Criminal Investigation Department of the Police Force Headquarters (FCID).
- INEC shouldn’t shoulder proof burden - Reps c’ttee December 7, 2009A House of Representatives committee has rejected the burden of proof of a flawed election placed on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) by the Justice Mohammed Lawal Uwais-committee on electoral reform.
- NAPEP disburses N450m in Bauchi December 7, 2009NAPEP has disbursed more than N450 million to 108 cooperative societies in Bauchi State in the last one year.The State NAPEP Coordinator, Alhaji Abdullahi Muhammad, said this on Saturday at the disbursement of monthly allowances to less privileged families at Kafin Madaki in Ganjuwa Local Government.
- Fuel hawkers defy ban in Kano December 7, 2009Illegal fuel hawkers still operate in Kano metropolis in defiance of the state government’s ban on the sale of petroleum products on the streets.The state government recently banned the sale of petroleum products outside filling stations following accidents caused by fuel hawking.Hawkers, many of whom were secondary school leavers, were sighted displaying th […]
- Jos Crisis: Abisoye panel begins accreditation December 7, 2009The presidential panel of investigation into the Jos crisis of November 28, 2008 that followed the local government election today in Jos begins accreditation of people that responded to their memorandum and journalists.
- Nigeria pumping 1.8-1.85m bpd of oil December 7, 2009
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- Dancing's Kym Johnson Raves About Holidays in N.Y.C. December 6, 2009The champ, who is starring on Broadway, says the season in the city is "magical"Monica Rizzo
- VIDEO: Stars Dish on Their Must-Have Beauty Items December 6, 2009Brooke Shields and others open their makeup bags to reveal their beauty arsenalArray
- Phil Keoghan Weighs In on the Amazing Race Finale! December 6, 2009The host talks the pros and cons of the three teams battling it out for tonight's jackpotArray
- SOURCES: Alexa Ray Joel Upset Over a Boyfriend December 6, 2009The singer, reportedly distraught over an argument with her boyfriend, took pills before 911 was calledArray
- Watch Britney’s Changing Looks December 6, 2009From pop princess to superstar mom, see how Spears has grown upArray
- Nicole Kidman Answers Your Questions December 6, 2009The Nine star candidly talks about daughter Sunday Rose, her biggest quirk - and aging gracefully in HollywoodLiz McNeil
- Survivor: John Calls Russell 'The Best Player Ever' December 5, 2009The rocket scientist talks strategy, weight gain and 'Danger' Dave's sexy alter-egoArray
- Alexa Ray Joel Is Hospitalized December 5, 2009The daughter of Billy Joel and Christie Brinkley is in stable condition, says her repArray
- Alleged Tiger Mistress Angry About His Other Women December 5, 2009Rachel Uchitel was "very into" the golf great, says a sourceLiz McNeil
- Dancing's Kym Johnson Raves About Holidays in N.Y.C. December 6, 2009
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- Blake Lively does Elin Woods December 7, 2009Blake Lively hosted this weekend's Saturday Night Live where she portrayed Elin Woods in a sketch lambasting Tiger Woods' recent penile dalliances (after the jump). Honestly I can't tell you if it's funny or not since I turned the... ...read full story
- Miley Cyrus has a tattoo under her breast December 5, 2009Here are more shots of Miley Cyrus in Miami yesterday that reveal the "Just Breathe" tattoo under her jailbait breast which has set the Internet ablaze because, let's be honest, everyone on this thing is filthy perverts. I don't... ...read full story
- Lady GaGa still doing freaky shit and other news December 5, 2009- Tiger Woods should've pulled a Letterman. [PopEater] - Drake breezes by Chris Brown. [Lainey Gossip] - Heidi Klum is having kids just to show people how quickly she can look hot again. I know it. [Drunken Stepfather: Site... ...read full story
- Brangelina: The Statue December 4, 2009From Daniel Edwards the sculptor of Britney Giving Birth and Angelina Double Breast-Feeding comes "Brangelina Forever." Via Splash News: Destined to exist forever, the way Brad and Angie's relationship will persist in peoples' memories. Theirs is th ...read full story
- Tila Tequila is goddamn retarded December 4, 2009Because famewhoring is her oxygen, Tila Tequila decided today she'd champion the Internet meme spouted off by asshats that Rihanna has herpes which is why Chris Brown beat her. And why would Tila Tequila do this? Apparently in a... ...read full story
- Evan Rachel Wood went back to Marilyn Manson December 4, 2009In an interview with Metal Hammer UK, Marilyn Manson reveals he's having sex with Evan Rachel Wood in his personal dentist chair again: "I think I'm not afraid to be me. Sometimes [it] happens when you get to this... ...read full story
- That Lindsay Lohan/Cash Warren thing might have actually happened. December 4, 2009Lindsay Lohan has issued an exclusive statement to E! News addressing rumors she's been getting her coke hooks in Cash Warren: "Cash Warren is a BUSINESS partner, nothing more, nothing less. And I have NO interest in anything but... ...read full story
- Taylor Swift in a bikini December 4, 2009In case anyone missed these, here are the Taylor Swift bikini pics that started making the rounds yesterday. They're apparently screen caps from a 2008 home video (after the jump) showing the then 19-year-old country singer frolicking on the... ...read full story
- CONTEST: Win an LG Chocolate Touch Cell Phone! December 4, 2009Sure, movies are fun to look at--but crisp, all-encompassing audio is a vital part of the movie-viewing experience too. With its Surround Sound technology, audio giant Dolby has been providing that crucial element to movie-goers for decades. And now ...read full story
- Miley Cyrus in a bikini December 4, 2009Because I want to see what this whole jail thing is all about, here's Miley Cyrus' in Miami today proving there should be a law against 17-year-old girls working out. I'm serious, if they're off-limits for an entire year,... ...read full story
- Sofia Vergara is legally hot and other news December 4, 2009- Al Roker gives Heidi and Spencer the verbal pimp hand. [PopEater] - Reese Witherspoon's "BitchFace" may suggest a vagina devoid of Jake Gyllenhaal. [Lainey Gossip] - Rihanna apparently meets the one airport security guard who's a Chris Brown... ...read full story
- Elin Woods offered $80 million to keep playing trophy wife December 3, 2009Around the same time Tiger's people began negotiations with Rachel Uchitel last night, Elin Woods was reportedly offered an immediate $5 million payment plus an additional $55 million added to her revised pre-nup if she stays married to Tiger... ...read full story
- Katy Perry's breasts are not Tiger Woods December 3, 2009Since Tiger Woods' meandering cock is consuming our entire universe, I figured Katy Perry's mammoth cleavage could break up the monotony. So here she is at last night's Grammy Nominations Concert Live! reminding the world she's some sort of... ...read full story
- BREAKING: Rachel Uchitel cancels Tiger Woods press conference December 3, 2009Rachel Uchitel has canceled today's press conference where it was assumed she'd confirm an affair with Tiger Woods. RadarOnline reports Tiger's reps have been in negotiation with Rachel all morning and have offered to pay for her silence: Multiple.. ...read full story
- Tiger Woods' other mistress is a famewhore. Get out. December 3, 2009Apparently Tiger Woods' alleged mistress and Tool Academy contestant Jamiee Grubbs has been aggressively pursuing a career in show business, according to her ex-boyfriend Aaron Kinnard. RadarOnline reports: "As soon as Jaimee found out I was a race ...read full story
- Blake Lively does Elin Woods December 7, 2009
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- Friday, December 4, 2009 December 4, 2009Dear Gossips, The National Board of Review named Up in the Air the Best Film of 2009 yesterday and also released its Top 10 films of the year as follows in alphabetical order: An Education, (500) Days of Summer, The Hurt Locker, Inglourious Basterds, Invictus, The Messenger, A Serious Man, Star Trek, Up, and Where The Wild Things Are.lainey@laineygossip.com
- Glee Christmas December 4, 2009Not to sound dramatic, ok I totally sound dramatic, but it’s taken me two days to get over this week’s episode of Glee because it was all highs and lows and self hugs. Like that scene in the kitchen? The moment that Mr Schue realises he’s been betrayed? Oh hookers, that was hard.lainey@laineygossip.com
- Drizzy > Breezy December 4, 2009Hell yeah. Speaking of sh-t disturbing, Vibe is disturbing some really good sh-t with its new issue featuring two covers: Drake and Chris Brown. Oh la. Chris Brown of course is the piece of sh-t who’s trying to sell a new album while riding the high from his beatdown of Rihanna.lainey@laineygossip.com
- Taupe’s little arms December 4, 2009I remarked on what I perceived to be her Thinnification the other day – click here if you missed it – and last night Taupe Jennifer Garner stepped out at the Children’s Defence Fund in LA showing off her little arms.lainey@laineygossip.com
- Smutty Tingles December 4, 2009More proof that Lindsay Lohan is homewrecking Jessica Alba (The Superficial) Rock’n’roll Tiger Woods: sex, drugs, shame (lainey@laineygossip.com
- Brothers December 4, 2009Darren and I went to see it last night. We were stuck behind two losers who would not stop kissing. And not even like hot kissing. They would hug with their eyes closed. Sick f-ckers. At one point Darren counted 23 kisses in 45 seconds.lainey@laineygossip.com
- Better? December 4, 2009I can’t decide. You decide. It’s Meg Ryan in New York promoting her new film Serious Moonlight first on Regis & Kelly and then at the premiere with director Cheryl Hines and Justin Long.lainey@laineygossip.com
- Children December 4, 2009Children wake up,hold your mistake up,before they turn the summer into dust. Songs just pop in your head suddenly. This is what popped when I saw these photos today of Sisters JailBait Miley and Noah Cyrus going through Miami airport.lainey@laineygossip.com
- Pitt Porn is art December 4, 2009For some. This is called Brangelina Forever. Daniel Edwards, the same dude who created the sculpture of Britney giving birth, has puked out another masterpiece inspired by Pitt Porn. The piece is currently on display at some rich man’s house in Oklahoma City.lainey@laineygossip.com
- Sponsored Tingles: Just Like Heaven on W December 4, 2009Time for another movie on W Network’s TripleFlix movie event tomorrow (and every Saturday this fall). In fact, there are three blockbuster movies back to back to back with a premiere movie in the 9pm E/P slot.lainey@laineygossip.com
- Third Lip, red lips, and big teeth December 4, 2009Third Lip was painted red yesterday at the London premiere of Nine. Third Lip looks smaller in red, non? Or is that because the teeth are now so big? Many of you have written to remark on Granny Freeze Nicole Kidman’s teeth.lainey@laineygossip.com
- A well timed date December 4, 2009The cutest dimpliest couple in Hollywood stepped out last night for a dinner date followed by ice cream. Awwwww. Taylor Swift and Taylor Lautner worked together on Valentine’s Day, then when released from set, they hooked up at Benihana finishing their night off with dessert.lainey@laineygossip.com
- December 4, 2009 – Smutty Shout-Outs December 4, 2009Happy Birthday Viv from Kirsten who thanks you for another year of friendship and applauds you for keeping your Twi-Hard in check. I understand these are anxious times for you re: Gwyneth and Chris. Picture a single GOOP in her late 30s trying to reinvent.lainey@laineygossip.com
- Thursday, December 3, 2009 December 3, 2009Dear Gossips, The Tiger Woods mess continues to dominate headlines. Meanwhile Britney Spears turned 28 rather uneventfully. In fact, while Woods covers every tabloid and will continue to do so through today as one of his extramarital broads is holding a presser, Britney is covering the new issue of Elle, a shoot styled by Joe Zee with her children.lainey@laineygossip.com
- The Italian Queen now and then December 3, 2009Yesterday Elisabetta Canalis went shopping in Hollywood with a friend, enjoying her stay in Los Angeles on George Clooney’s dime. He needs her more than ever now. And she has worked for him so far.lainey@laineygossip.com
- She always comes through… December 3, 2009When I need her. It’s been a rough week work-wise and other. Also I’ve been training like a fiend and “eating healthy” pre-holidays which means chicken every day, hate chicken to begin with, and nothing greasy and certainly no fried rice.lainey@laineygossip.com
- GOOPy and Blair Waldorf December 3, 20092009 was a light year for Gwyneth on the work front. By the way, her last film Two Lovers was just named by the National Board of Review as one of the Top 10 independent films of the year. But Gwyneth, in the midst of rumoured marital discord, will be looking ahead to a very busy 2010 that includes promotion for Iron Man 2, working with Nicole Kidman on The […]lainey@laineygossip.com
- Pink and BitchFace December 3, 2009I’ve seen a lot of BitchFace in my day. And Reese Witherspoon’s BitchFace ranks as one of the top BitchFaces in the business. She will cut you with her eye and make you wish you’d never been born.lainey@laineygossip.com
- Smutty Tingles December 3, 2009See? JailBait Miley Cyrus is f-ckbombing your kids! (Dlisted) Tiger is BLEEDING MONEY (lainey@laineygossip.com
- Up in the Air December 3, 2009Opens tomorrow. You must go see. Up in the Air has scored a 92% rating among Top Critics on Rotten Tomatoes, it’s considered a major contender during awards season, and this is George Clooney’s best performance.lainey@laineygossip.com
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- Busted: Lindsay Lohan & Jason Segel's Late Night "Meeting" (PHOTOS) December 6, 2009Well, well, well. What do we have here? The latest guy on Lindsay Lohan's radar is none other than How I Met Your Mother star Jason Segel. Sheesh, who's next...Tiger Woods? But we digress... Anyways, LiLo partied over at Segel's house on Friday night and didn't leave until 7 freakin' AM. You can just imagine what kind of sleeping wen […]Celebuzz
- What's The Best Part Of This Old-School Kardashian Pic? December 6, 2009Kim Kardashian just posted this epic picture of her siblings on her blog and we're at a loss for words. There's just too much going on! Let's see what we've got here. The rollerskates and gear. Kourtney's pink 2-piece. Kim's scrunchie and green shorts. And our personal fave, lil' Rob in a speedo!!!! You know you love it. Sh […]Celebuzz
- Rihanna Makes Andy Samberg A Shy Boy (VIDEO) December 6, 2009Sorry, Blake Lively. You're hot and all, but SNL musical guest Rihanna and Andy Samberg's digital short kinda overshadowed anything you did as the host de jour. Seriously, the track in "Shy Ronnie" is H-O-T. New single, anyone?Celebuzz
- Lady Gaga Is Such A Dear (PHOTOS) December 6, 2009Leave it to Lady GaGa to get us in the Holiday spirit. Say goodbye to blood, curse words, and wacky hair—it's all about the reindeer now!! Last night in London, Gags sported a see-though latex dress, sunglasses and antlers after a busy day of sound checks and rehearsal. Totally normal. Did GaGa succeed in her latest Fashion statement? Click throug […]Celebuzz
- Billy Joel's Daughter Alexa Ray Joel Attempts Suicide, Is In Stable Condition December 6, 2009We're sad to report this morning that Alexa Ray Joel, daughter of Billy Joel and Christie Brinkley, was rushed to the hospital yesterday afternoon in NYC after a suicide attempt. The singer's roomate called 911 shortly before 12:30 p.m. to report an “emotionally disturbed person” was “having trouble breathing” at her West Vi […]Celebuzz
- RPattz Attempts Quiet Night Out, Doesn't Quite Succeed (PHOTOS) February 5, 2009Can't a brother just get a guys night out these days? New Moon vamp Robert Pattinson attempted to check out friend Bobby Long's band play at The Hotel Cafe in Hollywood last night by sneaking in a side entrance. Ha! Wishful thinking there, Rob. His scruffy face and hobo-esque attire did absolutely nada to escape the eyes of the waiting paparazzi, w […]Celebuzz
- Taylor Lautner Lands New Role With A 100% Forecast For More Shirtless Pics December 5, 2009Well, Twi-hards. It doesn't look like Taylor Lautner will be giving up his jaw-dropping Twilight body ANYTIME soon. The Porsche-driving 17-year-old has already landed his next big role after he finishes Breaking Dawn (which has yet to be confirmed, but you KNOW it's happening)! The amazing opportunity is none other than Paramount's action flic […]Celebuzz
- Kelly Bensimon is a Desperate Housewife (PHOTOS) December 5, 2009Kelly Bensimon, of Real Housewives of New York City fame, went completely incognito yesterday on the beach in Miami, Florida. Wonder how she got photographed?! Oh, wait! Just kidding. Doing cartwheels in a bright green bikini does tend to attract a little bit of attention. We guess someone's gotta take the attention off Tiger Woods.Celebuzz
- Holly Madison Lets It All Hang Out At Her Birthday Bash (PHOTOS) December 5, 2009Uhh...Holly Madison is in there somewhere we think? We kid, we kid! The former Playboy showed off her hard-earned boobs in a glitzy cocktail dress as she celebrated her 30th birthday at Jet nightclub in Las Vegas last night. Go ahead and check her out in our new gallery. Zooms away!Celebuzz
- The Evolution of the Snuggie (PHOTOS) December 4, 2009From Portable Blanket to Hipster TrendThe Snuggie phenomenon hit our society hard (or shall we say, quite comfortably). First it was just an infomercial, mercilessly mocked on the Internet for physically embodying the wanton laziness of couch-dwelling Americans. But then people slowly began to realize that there was something more to this idea of blankets wi […]Celebuzz
- Who Tweeted?: Guess the Celebrity Twitter Updates (PHOTOS) December 4, 2009Celebrities. They tweet, we follow. Even the most mundane, innocent ramblings become breaking news. It's just how the world works these days and, yes, we admit that we love it! Think you know your celeb tweets? Have your go at our new Friday feature, "Who Tweeted" and see how many you can guess correctly!Celebuzz
- Miley Cyrus Explodes Tween Minds By Wearing Jonas Brothers T-Shirt (PHOTOS) December 4, 2009In today's latest desperate plea for attention, Miley Cyrus was photographed... in a Jonas Brothers shirt! First the every-so-delicately placed tattoo under the boob. Now, sporting the ex's shirt with your little sister/clone Noah? We get it, Miley. You're SOOO ridiculously over Nicky J that you don't mind being spotted in a JoBros shirt. […]Celebuzz
- Tiger Woods' Crazy Ambien Sex: More Than You Want To Know December 4, 2009What happened to good ol' fashion sex with the mistress? That's soo last season's scandal. This Tiger Woods shiz just gets better and better. Apparently, Woods was all about perfecting his stroke after popping a few pills. His weapon of choice? Ambien, a pill typically taken to induce sleep (which people claim dramatically increases pleasure d […]Celebuzz
- Meredith Baxter: Still Gay After 48 Hours! December 4, 2009An anonymous ICQ chat source known only as "GrapeApe886" has confirmed for Celebuzz that Family Ties star Meredith Baxter remains completely and totally lesbian, and is resting comfortably at home, just forty-eight hours since her stunning announcement of her homosexuality. This past Wednesay, a world stood breathless as the 62-year-old former TV s […]Celebuzz
- Today On The Internet: Sketchy Santas December 4, 2009Here are some things that happened today in other corners of the Internet: Just in time for Christmas, an entire website dedicated solely to Santas who look, you know, sketchy. (Sketchy Santas) And while we're in the Christmas spirit, check out this list of 35 Awesome Christmas Album Covers. You'll feel like you just shotgunned some egg nog. (BuzzF […]Celebuzz
- The Biebs Dominates Cobra Starship... With Adorableness (VIDEO) December 4, 2009What do Justin Bieber and Cobra Starship have in common? Absolutely nothing, but who the hell cares... we can't get enough of The Biebs.The teeny, glossy-maned phenom was challenged to a dance off earlier this week by Cobra Starship's front man, Gabe Saporta, but had to resort to other methods of thrashery due to his broken foot. "Playing the […]Celebuzz
- Evan Rachel Wood's Vampire-Goth Love Triangle December 4, 2009Alexandar Skaarsgard: Six feet four inches of Swedish man meat, desired by millions of men and women across the World (not to mention amazing in Zoolander). Marilyn Manson: Known for his rich taste for drugs, bizzare and transgendered on-stage costumes, and increasingly irrelevant and ridiculous goth antics. They have almost nothing in common, except liking […]Celebuzz
- Lady Gaga Celebrates Grammy Noms The Only Way She Knows How, Pantsless (VIDEO) December 4, 2009 Celebuzz
- What Tiger's Revised Pre-Nup Might Look Like December 4, 2009 Celebuzz
- The 10 Most Awesome Megan Fox & Shia LaBeouf Quotes of 2009 (PHOTOS) December 4, 2009Shia LaBeouf and Megan Fox could have written an entire book called "The Complete Idiot's Guide to Promoting Your Poorly Scripted Robot Movie For Dummies" with all their absurd quotes, appearances and antics during Summer '09. From Shia LaBeouf's absurdly sexual comment about the woman who gave birth to him, to Megan Fox's cries […]Celebuzz
- Busted: Lindsay Lohan & Jason Segel's Late Night "Meeting" (PHOTOS) December 6, 2009
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U.S. could win battle, lose the 'war'
December 7, 2009President Barack Obama should have declared victory in Afghanistan and begun a withdrawal. His escalation of the war may achieve its goals, but at too great a cost -- and without making our nation meaningfully safer from the threat of terrorist attacks. I hope I'm wrong. But my fundamental question about Obama's approach was illustrated Thursday by […]
- McCain says Obama's 2011 departure date threatening Afghan war effort December 7, 2009
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Nine more swine flu deaths; India's toll 627
December 7, 2009New Delhi: Nine swine flu deaths were reported on Sunday, including four from Rajasthan, the toll due to influenza A (H1N1) virus in India to 627, health authorities said here. Also, 144 new cases were reported in the country, taking the total...
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Iraq poll preparation begins as MPs pass law
December 7, 2009BAGHDAD - Iraq's electoral authorities will on Monday begin preparations for parliamentary polls early next year, after MPs finally approved a law governing the vote just minutes before a midnight deadline. Protracted negotiations over the law lasted more than two months, but lawmakers passed it late Sunday evening, paving the way for elections early ne […]
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Copenhagen climate talks begin
December 7, 2009Marathon UN climate change talks open on Monday facing grim warnings that a hothouse planet looms if world leaders fail to hammer out an ambitious pact to tackle global warming. As delegates gathered in the Danish capital, newspapers from 45 countries argued in an unprecedented joint appeal that leaders have two weeks to save the world from being ravaged by […]
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Obama Seeks Help From Turkish Premier Amid Tension
December 7, 2009Obama Looking For Help From Turkey's Erdogan In White House Meeting Amid Policy Disagreements Font size Print E-mail Share (AP) (AP) WASHINGTON (AP) - U.S. President Barack Obama is looking for help in Afghanistan from Turkish prime minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan even as tensions simmer between the NATO allies on Iran and the Middle East. Before leaving […]
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Estimated TARP Cost Is Cut by $200 Billion
December 7, 2009By DEBORAH SOLOMON WASHINGTON -- The Obama administration, buoyed by a resurgent Wall Street, plans to cut the projected long-term cost of the Troubled Asset Relief Program by more than $200 billion, in a move that could smooth the way for the introduction of a new jobs program. The White House and leaders in Congress are debating whether to use any of the r […]
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Four detained in Russia club fire
December 7, 2009Four people have been detained in connection with a nightclub fire that killed at least 112 people in Russia's worst blaze in decades, as relatives began burying victims. The club's owner, executive director, artistic director and a pyrotechnics contractor were held on Sunday pending an investigation into the blaze that occurred early on Saturday, […]
- Microsoft, Yahoo sign off on plan to take on Google December 7, 2009
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France Takes Another Shot at Combating H1N1 Threat
December 7, 2009By DAVID GAUTHIER-VILLARS PARIS -- France is playing catch-up in rushing to vaccinate a large part of its 65-million-strong population against the H1N1 virus, after being ahead of the game in developing and buying vaccines earlier this year. Last month, vaccination vouchers were mailed to children, pregnant women and elderly people -- categories that get pre […]
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Bolivia's Morales seems headed to easy re-election
December 6, 2009FRANK BAJAK Associated Press Writer= LA PAZ, Bolivia (AP) â President Evo Morales appeared headed to easy re-election Sunday, with a strong mandate for further revolutionary change on behalf of Bolivia's long-suppressed indigenous majority. Opponents say they fear Morales will use a consolidation of power not just to eradicate racially based economic […]
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Vatican Bank reported to be facing money-laundering investigation
December 6, 2009The Vatican Bank is under investigation for alleged involvement in a money-laundering scheme using accounts at one of Italy's largest banks, according to a weekly investigative magazine. Panorama reports that officials from the Bank of Italy's Financial Intelligence Unit (UIF) have identified transactions worth up to Euro180 million (£160 million) […]
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Barack Obama's deadline to bring troops home from Afghanistan starts to slip
December 6, 2009President Obama's July 2011 date to begin pulling troops out of Afghanistan appeared to be slipping yesterday after senior US officials conceded that the deadline was not to be set in stone and that American and Nato forces will remain there for at least five more years. The comments by Robert Gates, Mr Obama's Defence...
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Most Paris museums open, strikers consider options
December 6, 2009PARIS (Reuters) - Most top Paris museums were open on Sunday but unions said a strike against government cost cuts could resume next week, closing the doors of major attractions. The modernist Pompidou Centre, whose workers have led the demonstrations, was shut for the fourteenth day in a row. A visitor walks past banners which blocked the entrance to the Lo […]
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Iran opposition leader says reform movement alive
December 6, 2009TEHRAN (Reuters) - Iran's opposition leader Mirhossein Mousavi said on Sunday the reform movement was alive in the Islamic Republic despite pressure from the clerical establishment to end it, his website reported. Mousavi's remarks, a day before Iran plans to commemorate the killing of three students in 1953 under the former Shah, may encourage his […]
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Kuwait Investment Authority Sells $4.1 Billion Citi Stake
December 6, 2009By DANIA SAADI DUBAI --The Kuwait Investment Authority, the Gulf country's sovereign wealth fund, said Sunday it sold a $4.1 billion stake in Citigroup Inc. making a profit on the deal. The fund, also known as the KIA, said it made a $1.1 billion profit from the sale, or a 36.7% return on its investment, according to an emailed statement. "The auth […]
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Israeli settlers step up protest against freeze
December 6, 2009JERUSALEM (Reuters) – Jewish settlers widened their protests on Sunday against a temporary construction freeze by shooting at a Palestinian home, torching and stoning vehicles, and assaulting Israeli officers in separate West Bank incidents. Israeli police arrested at least two settlers accused of trying to block security officers from enforcing the li […]
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India Defeats Sri Lanka and Ushers in a New Era
December 6, 2009However the rest of the world comes to recall Dec. 6, 2009, in the annals of Indian cricket it is likely to be written in letters of gold as the day on which its national team first ascended to the top of the most prestigious world rankings. India displaced South Africa from first place in the International Cricket Council ranking for five-day tests when it […]
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Kurdish boy who 'died' in Halabja gas attack is reunited with his mother
December 6, 2009For two decades, Fatima Hama Saleh thought that all her children had died in a gas attack carried out by Saddam Hussein against the Kurdish town of Halabja - the worst atrocity of the former Iraqi dictator's rule. But now she has been reunited with her son, Ali Pour, at a dramatic meeting after DNA tests confirmed that the young man, now aged 21, was th […]
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Iran Slows Internet Connections Ahead of Protests
December 6, 2009Associated Press TEHRAN, Iran -- Iranian authorities have slowed Internet connections to a crawl or choked them off completely before expected student protests Monday to deny the opposition a vital means of communication. In another familiar tactic before such rallies, authorities have ordered journalists working for foreign media organizations not to leave […]
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- Angels Will Be Crying When Mimoo Hits The Road! December 7, 2009Does a shiteous album inevitably equal a shiteous tour??? Because Mariah's hitting the road! The Angels Cry tour is expected to make its way around the US in 2010, with Miz Carey still shamelessly promoting her HOriffic Memoirs of An Imperfect Angel album. Mimoo threw husband Nick a bone, agreeing to let RydazNrtist, who are signed to [...]Perez Hilton
- If You're In Los Angeles This Weekend… December 7, 2009We are having a signing for our new book this Saturday! Come! Meet Perez! Get the book signed and your picture taken! Plus, get some fun shopping done too! The signing will take place at the celebs' favorite hot spot, the Kitson boutique in Beverly Hills. The first 50 People who buy the book from Kitson on Saturday will [...]Perez Hilton
- Billy Joel Was A No-Show At The Hospital!!! December 6, 2009Even though Billy Joel was the party assuring the media his daughter, Alexa Ray Joel was "never in any danger" after she attempted to take her own life on Saturday afternoon, he never showed up to the hospital!!!! Not okay. At all. Alexa was admitted to St. Vincent's in NYC after her roommate discovered Joel had taken [...]Perez Hilton
- Don't Touch A Real Housewife's Weave, She'll Sue! December 6, 2009Ex-con and Real Housewives of New Jersey star Danielle Staub has filed assault charges against another woman - for pulling her weave! Staub's fake hair was yanked by 19-year-old Ashley Holmes at the North Jersey Country Club last month, where the entire incident was caught by Bravo's cameras. Danielle's lawyer, Darren Del Saro, says his client […]Perez Hilton
- Office Space Star Sues Internet Troll For Calling Him Gay! December 6, 2009Calm down, Ron Livingston! The Office Space star has been the butt of an internet troll's joke for months and now Livingston is taking legal action! Ron's Wikipedia page has been the target of a hacker who has continually been changing the actor's relationship status to say he's involved with a man named Lee Dennison. The hacker [...]Perez Hilton
- GaGa Does X Factor! December 6, 2009Check out the Lady's sizzling performance of Bad Romance (above)!!!!Perez Hilton
- Arrested AGAIN! Katt Williams Back To Jail! December 6, 2009We think it's safe to say the Coweta County jail is comedian Katt Williams's second home! After that whole break-in mess last month, Williams was arrested on Wednesday afternoon by Newnan police due to a "bond issue." Gotta keep up on that shiz! The troublemaking funnyman was also arrested in a Wal-Mart parking lot on [...]Perez Hilton
- Billy Joel Says His Daughter Was "Never In Any Danger" After Suicide Attempt December 6, 2009At least she's okay! Billy Joel told reporters on Saturday night that his daughter, Alexa Ray Joel, is planned to fully recover after attempting to kill herself earlier in the day. Authorities were alerted to Joel's suicide attempt on Saturday afternoon when the 23-year-old ingested a almost-deadly quantity of sleeping pills at her Greenwich Villag […]Perez Hilton
- Star Vs. Barbara Revived! December 6, 2009Star Jones must be bored and dying for attention, because she decided to pick the scab that was her feud with Barbara Walters! Jones has openly suggested Tiger Woods sit down with Babs about his sex scandal because Walters knows a thing or two about cheating! In Barbara's memoir, The View host goes into great [...]Perez Hilton
- George Michael Loves His Pot And Anonymous Sex! December 6, 2009We don't know if it's his way of validating his bad behavior or what, but George Michael is living up to his reputation of being a total mess. Michael decided to partake in an extremely candid interview with a UK tabloid, and had no problem discussing his drug and sex addictions, stating "it's just who i [...]Perez Hilton
- Angels Will Be Crying When Mimoo Hits The Road! December 7, 2009
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- South Sudan politicians arrested December 7, 2009Several leaders of southern Sudan's main party are arrested at a rally in Khartoum, sparking angry protests in the south.
- Guinea chief 'well' after surgery December 7, 2009Guinea's military leader is in a "favourable" condition after surgery for injuries sustained in an assassination bid, doctors say.
- South Africa to cut carbon by 34% December 7, 2009South Africa says it will reduce its greenhouse gases by 34% by 2020 but wants financial aid to do so.
- Rwandan soldiers killed in Darfur December 5, 2009Two more Rwandan peacekeepers die in Sudan's troubled Darfur region, taking deaths in attacks to five in two days.
- More World Cup tickets go on sale December 5, 2009Tickets for the 2010 Fifa World Cup go on sale, a day after the group draw is made for the Africa-hosted contest.
- Namibian president wins landslide December 4, 2009Namibian President Hifikepunye Pohamba is re-elected after winning more than 75% in last week's poll, official results show.
- DR Congo stays Norway executions December 4, 2009Norway says it has been assured that two Norwegian nationals held in DR Congo will not be executed.
- Zulu king wins bull-killing case December 4, 2009A bull-killing ritual will go ahead in South Africa after an animal rights group loses a legal bid to ban the practice.
- Al-Shabab denies Somali bomb link December 4, 2009The al-Shabab Islamist group in Somalia denies being behind a suicide bombing which killed 22 people, including three ministers.
- Nigeria duo demand commitment December 6, 2009Nigeria's Joseph Yobo and Osaze Odemwingie demand a change of attitude from the team ahead of the World Cup if the Super Eagles are going to prosper.
- Mazembe aim for Club World Cup December 6, 2009TP Mazembe hope to be the first African country to win Fifa's Club World Cup which kicks off on the 9th of December.
- Cricket: Rain helps England beat SA December 4, 2009England become only the third team to beat South Africa in a home one-day series after the final match in Durban is abandoned because of rain.
- Into the spotlight December 7, 2009Kenyans try to lose 'worst dressed nation' label
- No closure December 5, 2009Guinea still reeling from September's massacre
- In pictures December 4, 2009Charity VSO runs photo competition for UK volunteers
- Goals for grannies December 3, 2009How football gives S Africa's elderly a zest for life
- Week in pictures December 4, 2009Smiles, sacrifices and rainbows across Africa
- Feeling the pinch December 3, 2009Hard times ahead for salt-carrying camels of Timbuktu
- UN stresses aid role of business December 4, 2009The UN's top aid official urges humanitarian bodies and the private sector to find better ways of working together.
- 'Landslide' for E Guinea leader December 4, 2009President Teodor Obiang Nguema of Equatorial Guinea is re-elected with 95% of the vote, officials say.
- South Sudan politicians arrested December 7, 2009
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- Act now on climate, summit urged December 7, 2009Denmark's PM describes the UN climate summit in Copenhagen as an "opportunity the world cannot afford to miss".
- 'Tear gas' at Iran protest rally December 7, 2009Iranian police move to disperse opposition supporters in central Tehran ahead of an officially sanctioned rally, witnesses say.
- Day of mourning over Russia fire December 7, 2009Russia is holding a day of mourning for the 112 people killed when fire ripped through a nightclub in the city of Perm.
- New Iraqi election law approved December 7, 2009Iraq's parliament unanimously approves a new electoral law, paving the way for elections early next year.
- Morales claims Bolivia poll win December 7, 2009President Evo Morales claims victory in Bolivia's election, with exit polls suggesting a resounding win over conservative rivals.
- Philippines pursues '3,000 clan rebels' December 7, 2009Philippine forces say they are pursuing at least 3,000 armed clansmen in a province now under martial law.
- South Sudan politicians arrested December 7, 2009Several leaders of southern Sudan's main party are arrested at a rally in Khartoum, sparking angry protests in the south.
- Romania president 'heads for win' December 7, 2009Romania's centre-right President Traian Basescu heads for re-election after Sunday's run-off, near-complete results suggest.
- 'Cancer donor' kidney transplant success December 7, 2009Surgeons report success with a controversial transplant technique that uses risky donor kidneys riddled with cancer.
- Bottle of cognac from 1788 and more up for grabs at Paris auction December 7, 2009One of the French capital's most famous restaurants prepares to auction some 18,000 bottles from its cellar.
- I'm a Celebrity producers won't face animal cruelty charges December 7, 2009I'm a Celebrity producers won't face animal cruelty charges over show
- Silverstone will stage British GP December 7, 2009Silverstone agrees a 17-year deal to host the British Grand Prix from 2010, ensuring the race remains on the Formula 1 calendar.
- Gayle ton keeps Australia at bay December 7, 2009Chris Gayle's 11th Test century gives West Indies a 296-run lead over Australia with one day remaining in the second Test.
- What are your hopes for climate summit? December 4, 2009Delegates are gathering for the long-awaited UN summit on climate change. What's your reaction?
- BBC World News September 29, 2009
- Into the spotlight December 7, 2009Kenyans try to lose 'worst dressed nation' label
- Chanting back December 7, 2009How protesters inverted Iran's political slogans
- Decade in words December 7, 2009Bling, toxic debt, tweets... send us your favourites
- Sound of 2010 December 7, 2009Watch and hear the rising stars on the BBC new music list
- 'I don't go out' December 7, 2009Living in fear in Pakistan's most bombed city
- Act now on climate, summit urged December 7, 2009
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- The Tiger Woods Mistress Dossier, Updated: Sex Reports, SNL, and A Numbered List [Operation: Lovetap] (via Gawker) December 6, 2009Two more—two more!—Tiger Tails came out this morning. Are you sure you didn't sleep with Tiger Woods? The Tiger Woods Mistress Dossier has been updated. The full list, after the jump. 1. Rachel Uchitel, The Original. Status: Previously talking. Now quiet. 2. Jamie Grubbs, The Tool Academy Alumni. Status: Talking. 3. Kalika Moquin. The
- Sandra Bullock Wolfs Down New Moon (via E! Online) December 6, 2009It was as inevitable as a Taylor Lautner reference: New Moon wasn't going to stay No. 1 forever; The Blind Side wasn't going to stay No. 2 forever. Sandra Bullock's...
- X17 XCLUSIVE - Lindsay Scares Away Benji Madden! (via X17 Online) December 6, 2009Whoa! LiLo sure knows how to alienate people... Last night at Teddy's, Lindsay Lohan was surrounded by tons of fellow celebs - the Madden bros, Katie Cassidy and Kevin Connolly, to name a few - but not all of...
- Taylor Swift Bikini Screenshots (via LimeLife Celebs) December 6, 2009Get Your Gossip Do you like celeb bikini pics? On the heels of the Miley Cyrus Miami bikini pics comes Taylor Swift's swimsuit screenshots of her frolicking back in '08... creepy, but highly popular online. Check out the rest of the gossip this weekend, too, before you get back to loafing or "recharging," as I call it. Have
- Blake Stands Lively as Enraged Elin Nordegren on SNL (via E! Online) December 6, 2009You didn't think Saturday Night Live would go easy on Tiger Woods, did you? Skewering the week's most scandalous stars is par for the course on the late-night laughfest. (Sorry, we just...
- Billy Joel Was A No-Show At The Hospital!!! (via PerezHilton) December 6, 2009Even though Billy Joel was the party assuring the media his daughter, Alexa Ray Joel was "never in any danger" after she attempted to take her own life on Saturday afternoon, he never showed up to the hospital!!!! Not okay. At all. Alexa was admitted to St. Vincent's in NYC after her roommate discovered Joel had taken [...]
- Lindsay Tweets About X17 Story, Claims All-Nighter At Jason Segel's Was A Business Meeting! (via X17 Online) December 6, 2009Lindsay... I mean... no! Just because you say something doesn't mean it's true! Apparently, LiLo was at Jason Segel's house the other night until 7 in the morning talking about BUSINESS. Check it out: I love you Linds, but...
- Suri Cruise's Fancy Flamenca Frock [PHOTO GALLERY] (via A Socialites Life) December 7, 2009Suri Cruise took Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes to the park in Sevilla, Spain earlier today so that she could show off her bright pink flamenca dress. She wore a pair of red and white polkadot heels to polish off the look. Suri also donned a clip-on earring at... ...read full story
- George Michael Loves His Pot And Anonymous Sex! (via PerezHilton) December 6, 2009We don't know if it's his way of validating his bad behavior or what, but George Michael is living up to his reputation of being a total mess. Michael decided to partake in an extremely candid interview with a UK tabloid, and had no problem discussing his drug and sex addictions, stating "it's just who i [...]
- Style Showdown: Rihanna Beats Kristin Cavallari (via E! Online) December 6, 2009Rihanna's involved in yet another feud. But at least this one doesn't involve any trash talking. The singer and Kristin Cavallari are both fans of Pleasure Doing Business'...
- Blake Lively Hosts SNL ' VIDEO (via JustJared) December 6, 2009Check out these clips of Blake Lively hosting this weekend's Saturday Night Live. The best was when the 22-year-old Gossip Girl actress spoofed Tiger Woods‘ wife, Swedish model Elin Nordegren. The opening monologue was pretty good too with Andy Samberg as the Swedish Chef and Kristen Wiig was Beaker. Mee-mee-mee-mee-mee! What was with
- Scoring Sunday's Nuptials: In Which Destiny Aligns Us With the Vows Section [Altarcations] (via Gawker) December 6, 2009Don't think you're ever getting married? You probably won't, you jaded prick/insecure pansy. You think marriage is "outdated," right? Talk to the Phyllis Nefler about "progressive" as she explains the NYT's Weddings & Celebrations connection with fighting the alien threat. In any good Nancy Meyers romantic comedy o […]
- Star Vs. Barbara Revived! (via PerezHilton) December 6, 2009Star Jones must be bored and dying for attention, because she decided to pick the scab that was her feud with Barbara Walters! Jones has openly suggested Tiger Woods sit down with Babs about his sex scandal because Walters knows a thing or two about cheating! In Barbara's memoir, The View host goes into great [...]
- The Tiger Woods Mistress Dossier, Updated: Sex Reports, SNL, and A Numbered List [Operation: Lovetap] (via Gawker) December 6, 2009
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- Vidic misses United trip December 7, 2009Manchester United's injury-hit defence will be without Nemanja Vidic for Tuesday's UEFA Champions League match with Wolfsburg.
- Wenger rules out Ruud move December 7, 2009Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has laughed off talk linking him with a shock move for Ruud van Nistelrooy.
- Ballack - Blues will bounce back December 7, 2009Michael Ballack insists Chelsea will bounce back from their weekend defeat to Manchester City.
- Rooney slept through draw December 7, 2009Wayne Rooney did not find out the World Cup draw for next summer's finals until five hours after the event.
- Taylor - No crisis at Bolton December 7, 2009Bolton star Matt Taylor insists there is no crisis at the club following the defeat at fellow strugglers Wolves.
- Giggs keen on Scholes stay December 7, 2009Ryan Giggs is keen for fellow veteran Paul Scholes to continue his career beyond the end of the season.
- Zola's survival admission December 7, 2009Gianfranco Zola has issued a stark warning to West Ham that they are involved in a relegation battle.
- Gattuso to decide on future December 7, 2009Gennaro Gattuso has vowed to make a decision regarding his future before the January transfer window opens.
- America relishing England test December 7, 2009Jonathan Spector and Jay DeMerit insist they are looking forward to locking horns with England.
- Boateng - Tigers can cope December 7, 2009George Boateng has backed Hull City to cope in the absence of injured midfielder Jimmy Bullard.
- Watford v QPR preview December 7, 2009Watford and Queens Park Rangers will both be hoping to bounce back after losing on Saturday.
- Given - We can't drop level December 7, 2009Shay Given has told his Manchester City team-mates to maintain the same level of commitment.
- Mears' away day blues December 7, 2009Tyrone Mears has warned Burnley will be heading straight back down if they do not improve their away form.
- Reina - Wins the priority December 7, 2009Liverpool goalkeeper Jose Reina would happily swap clean sheets for victories.
- Martinez plans Latics changes December 7, 2009Wigan manager Roberto Martinez has warned he will make changes to his squad in January.
- Kitson open to Boro switch December 7, 2009Dave Kitson has admitted that he could move to Middlesbrough on a permanent basis in January.
- Milijas delighted to break duck December 7, 2009Wolves' Nenad Milijas has expressed his delight at opening his Molineux account at the weekend.
- Toffees dent Spurs' dreams December 6, 2009Tottenham Hotspur squandered a two-goal lead as Everton produced a dramatic comeback in a 2-2 draw at Goodison Park.
- Rams set to sell stars December 7, 2009Derby boss Nigel Clough admits he may be forced to part with a number of his key men in January.
- Samba adds to Reds criticism December 7, 2009Blackburn's Chris Samba has added his voice to those highlighting Liverpool's fall from grace.
- Vidic misses United trip December 7, 2009
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- INI EDO.. The Latest Producer in Town! December 8, 2009This has certainly been a year of innovation and growth for Nollywood Oprah the most influential woman on television mentioned Genevieve Nnaji on her show as one of the most popular people in the world Stephanie Okereke directed and produced a film Through the Glass racking in millions at the box officeEmem Isongs Guilty Pleasu ...
- Aisha is Nigeria�s Next Super Model December 7, 2009By Yemisi SULEIMANAisha Bello moved from obscurity to fame when she emerged this years winner of Nigerias Next Super Model she clinched the coveted crown at the rd edition of the contest held last Sunday November at the Air Officers Mess Victoria Island LagosThe contest which over the years has become the most credib ...
- I can never arrest my mother � Oby Edozien December 8, 2009As Oby Edozien is gradually finding her footing back in the movie industry with the production of her two movies in progress she is hit by a malicious report in a soft sell magazine that her village elders placed a curse on her for daring to arrest her mother over a domestic disagreement But in this interview with SAMUEL OLATUNJI she denied the s ...
- AGN crisis: There must be fresh election � Integrity group December 8, 2009Who says peace has returned to the Actors Guild of Nigeria AGN There is palpable tension and a schism because of the purported election of Segun Arinze as president of the guild A group known as Integrity Group issued a communiqu� penultimate weekend in Abuja saying they reject the presidency of Segun and called for a fresh and proper election ...
- NOPA 2009 media parley December 8, 2009Monday rd of November witnessed the gathering of alist actors guild heads and other stakeholders in the motion picture industry The event was the media parley for Nollywood Outstanding Personality Awards NOPA at KexDonalds Restaurants and bar OgbaThe briefing was held to update the public on developments about NOPAIn his statem ...
- Okey Bakassi also wanted my wife December 8, 2009Many people do not know that ace comedian Julius the genius Agwu is a construction consultant The River Stateborn entertainer means so many things to so many people To some he is a standup comedian To others he a musician while some others see him as an actorOne thing that is clear about the personality of Julius is that he is multi ...
- Sam Loco Visits The Gambia December 8, 2009Sam Loco Efe one of the leading and pioneering members of Nigerias Nollywood is currently in The Gambia and has disclosed that during his short stay in the county he has discovered young talents that can make headway in the movie industry if giving the necessary supportHe then called on the authorities to open up for the development of the ...
- Random celeb quotes December 7, 2009Nigerian actors speak on the joy of their job My journey through Nollywood has witnessed high and low points There was a point I was almost being stereotyped playing a particular role a bitchy role So I had to let them know that acting is all about flexibility and versatility You cant just be playing a particular role all the time I w ...
- �Tough fans made me cry� -----Lola Alao December 6, 2009Lola Alao is undeniably one of Nollyhoods glowing stars She had two dreams while growing up to become an Air hostess and a TV personality Those dreams are now realities After working with Okada Airline briefly as Air Hostess she ventured into acting and became a versatile actress who has been ableto combine both English and Yoruba movies p ...
- Ali Baba has no retirement plans December 6, 2009Ace comedian Ali Baba who started comedy in has opened up on the story making the rounds that he plans to retire next year when he will turn years in the comedy profession He told Weekend Circuit in his residence that he is not actually retiring but has plans to reduce the number of shows he will attend so that upcoming comedians can take ...
- Desmond Elliot and his fans December 7, 2009It is not uncommon to see Nollywood stars being accosted by their fans at every time and so it was not surprising when little girls who are fans of Desmond Elliot decided to say hi to their favourite star just that he got different receptions from the girlsThe first girl Zainab actually asked her mother to introduce her to Desmond and when th ...
- Joke Silva spends time with son December 7, 2009While being a Nollywood star will keep most mothers from their homes because they are always at one location or the other it is pertinent for these mothers to spend whatever little time they have with their kids when they are around And this must have been the reason star actress Joke Silva over the weekend took her son and another kid to the Si ...
- Sacked secretary cries out December 7, 2009Eee yaa We hear this guy who was elected as the secretary of one association for Nollywood actors and actresses is breathing brim stone and fire since he was fired from his positionRemember he was in power for just two weeks or there about before the matters that be decided that he was not qualified to be a member of the executiveWe hear ...
- Rumour mongers at work December 6, 2009Chei Bad belle people are at work again o They are saying this sexy actress has been kicked out of her home by her husbandThese detractors said the actress from the South West who is definitely an A List actress has been gallivanting abroad because things can no longer hold in her homeBut those who know her real good said all is alrig ...
- Film and Broadcast Academy takes off December 6, 2009The Ejiro brothers are known for their prowess in movie making and their passion for the entertainment industry no doubt is unequalledPerhaps to further demonstrate their commitment to development of the movie industry the brothers with the support of some stakholders in the movie industry like Chief Charles Akeni have set up a film acad ...
- �Movies have lost it's values-------Lilin Bach December 6, 2009Not counting her alleged romance with nollywood hunk Pat Attah back in the days Lilin Bach actress and model has been associated with some scandals Otherwise she is known as one of the good girls of NollywoodMost people may see her as not too fantastic on the screen But then she has played lead roles in many movies and she has a lot o ...
- How I Faced Challenges Of Divorce - Clarion Chukwura December 6, 2009Clarion Chukwura is one of the pioneer actresses in Nigeria and has paid her dues In this interview with ADUNOLA FASUYI she speaks on the situation with the Actors Guild of Nigeria ExcerptsA lot has been said about the leadership of Actors Guild of Nigeria What do you think is really happeningOn the Actors Guild of Nigeria I will say t ...
- Adaora Uko�s unending love for paparazzi December 6, 2009Adaora Uko is not only big in size she is also a big babe in NollywoodThough she is yet to hit the Alist category Adaora has become so known in the industry no thanks to the scandals that have followed her aroundRemember she was the one who allegedly told Ini Edo that Uche Jombo said her marriage wasnt going to last more than a year ...
- People thought I was crazy when I abadoned banking for Nollywood � Vivian Ejike December 6, 2009Walking out of the banking hall and venturing into the world of movie making Vivian Ejike does not look like an amateur in the entertainment industry In fact since her emergence over a decade the effervescent female movie producer and linguist has continued to prove her mettle in quality movie productionWith close to a dozen quality movi ...
- Nigerian Actresses Tasked On Indecent Dressing December 7, 2009Nigerian actresses have been tasked to be good role models in the society by dressing decentlyThis was said by an Islamic cleric Imam Memood Mushood in a chat with nigeriafilmscomThe cleric said that although Nigerian actors are doing a good job with their talents he urged them particularly the female artistes to teach morals with ...
- INI EDO.. The Latest Producer in Town! December 8, 2009
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- Pete Carroll Denies Affair with Grad Student December 6, 2009In an interview, just-fired Notre Dame football Charlie Weis appeared to suggest that his USC, counterpart, Pete Carroll was living with a grad student. Weis says his remarks were taken out of context, but after the Tiger Woods scandal, the married Carroll was promptly put under a media microscope. Here's how it went down. In a Q & A with Rivals.com […]steve@thehollywoodgossip.com (Free Britney)
- Rihanna Takes Andy Samberg to School December 6, 2009In previous Saturday Night Live Digital Shorts, Andy Samberg has dueted with Justin Timberlake, Adam Levine, T-Pain and even Reba McEntire (er, sort of). Last night's effort, in which the SNL comedy prince teamed up with musical guest Rihanna, will never be placed in the same league as those past efforts. Nevertheless, it's pretty funny, in spite o […]steve@thehollywoodgossip.com (Free Britney)
- Joanna Krupa: God is On My Side! December 6, 2009God gave Joanna Krupa incredibly good looks. According to the supermodel - who is feuding with the Catholic League after the organization took issue with her naked use of a crucifix in a recent poster for PETA - the Big Man Upstairs also gave her the right to exploit religion for attention. In an interview with TV Guide, Krupa admits this is her goal. Here […]matt@iscribelimited.com (Hilton Hater)
- Gimme Five: Mindy Lawton Claims Affair with Tiger Woods While Elin Nordegren Was Pregnant December 6, 2009"He wanted to spank me and pull my hair as we had sex. He liked me to talk dirty, but the hair-pulling really turned him on." - Mindy Lawton on Tiger Woods It's hard to believe this is what Tiger Woods news has come to. Just two weeks ago, he had the cleanest image of anyone. Now he has five rumored mistresses. Sure, you can doubt the credibil […]steve@thehollywoodgossip.com (Free Britney)
- Cori Rist Rumored as Latest Tiger Woods Fling December 6, 2009It's no longer a matter of whether there is another Tiger Woods girlfriend lurking out there, but who - and how many women on the side he had. The latest rumored Tiger fling? Cori Rist. The New York Daily News is linking Woods to the "delicious blond," who won't confirm or deny reports. The story fits his M.O.: it's said that Woods m […]steve@thehollywoodgossip.com (Free Britney)
- Jamie Jungers Pictures, Tiger Affair Details Revealed December 5, 2009 steve@thehollywoodgossip.com (Free Britney)
- Alexa Ray Joel Hospitalized After Drug Overdose December 5, 2009Billy Joel's 23-year-old daughter with Christie Brinkley, Alexa Ray Joel, is in stable condition after being transported to a New York hospital just a few hours ago. According to sources close to the situation, authorities arrived to Alexa's Manhattan apartment after a 911 call alerted them to Alexa having trouble breathing. A female caller told a […]steve@thehollywoodgossip.com (Free Britney)
- Jamie Jungers Jumps on Tiger Woods Mistress Train December 5, 2009FORE! Or more accurately, four. When model Jamie Jungers goes public about her alleged affair with Tiger Woods, the golfer will have that many mistresses. That we know of. Jamie Jungers will tell her story of an affair she had with the world's top golfer in an article that will appear in a British newspaper, according to Radar Online. Perhaps even more […]steve@thehollywoodgossip.com (Free Britney)
- Adam Lambert Will ABC You on The View! December 5, 2009They may not have kissed, but Adam Lambert and ABC have made up. Following the singer's sexually-charged rendition of "For Your Entertainment" at the American Music Awards, the network canceled his scheduled Jimmy Kimmel Live and his performance on Good Morning America. THG readers have threatened to boycott ABC in response, and it looks like […]matt@iscribelimited.com (Hilton Hater)
- Chris Brown on 20/20: Rihanna Knows I'm Sorry, Cries When She Hears "Changed Man" December 5, 2009 steve@thehollywoodgossip.com (Free Britney)
- Pete Carroll Denies Affair with Grad Student December 6, 2009
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- Angels Will Be Crying When Mimoo Hits The Road! December 7, 2009Does a shiteous album inevitably equal a shiteous tour??? Because Mariah's hitting the road! The Angels Cry tour is expected to make its way around the US in 2010, with Miz Carey still shamelessly promoting her HOriffic Memoirs of An Imperfect Angel album. Mimoo threw husband Nick a bone, agreeing to let RydazNrtist, who are signed to [...]Perez Hilton
- If You're In Los Angeles This Weekend… December 7, 2009We are having a signing for our new book this Saturday! Come! Meet Perez! Get the book signed and your picture taken! Plus, get some fun shopping done too! The signing will take place at the celebs' favorite hot spot, the Kitson boutique in Beverly Hills. The first 50 People who buy the book from Kitson on Saturday will [...]Perez Hilton
- Billy Joel Was A No-Show At The Hospital!!! December 6, 2009Even though Billy Joel was the party assuring the media his daughter, Alexa Ray Joel was "never in any danger" after she attempted to take her own life on Saturday afternoon, he never showed up to the hospital!!!! Not okay. At all. Alexa was admitted to St. Vincent's in NYC after her roommate discovered Joel had taken [...]Perez Hilton
- Don't Touch A Real Housewife's Weave, She'll Sue! December 6, 2009Ex-con and Real Housewives of New Jersey star Danielle Staub has filed assault charges against another woman - for pulling her weave! Staub's fake hair was yanked by 19-year-old Ashley Holmes at the North Jersey Country Club last month, where the entire incident was caught by Bravo's cameras. Danielle's lawyer, Darren Del Saro, says his client […]Perez Hilton
- Office Space Star Sues Internet Troll For Calling Him Gay! December 6, 2009Calm down, Ron Livingston! The Office Space star has been the butt of an internet troll's joke for months and now Livingston is taking legal action! Ron's Wikipedia page has been the target of a hacker who has continually been changing the actor's relationship status to say he's involved with a man named Lee Dennison. The hacker [...]Perez Hilton
- GaGa Does X Factor! December 6, 2009Check out the Lady's sizzling performance of Bad Romance (above)!!!!Perez Hilton
- Arrested AGAIN! Katt Williams Back To Jail! December 6, 2009We think it's safe to say the Coweta County jail is comedian Katt Williams's second home! After that whole break-in mess last month, Williams was arrested on Wednesday afternoon by Newnan police due to a "bond issue." Gotta keep up on that shiz! The troublemaking funnyman was also arrested in a Wal-Mart parking lot on [...]Perez Hilton
- Billy Joel Says His Daughter Was "Never In Any Danger" After Suicide Attempt December 6, 2009At least she's okay! Billy Joel told reporters on Saturday night that his daughter, Alexa Ray Joel, is planned to fully recover after attempting to kill herself earlier in the day. Authorities were alerted to Joel's suicide attempt on Saturday afternoon when the 23-year-old ingested a almost-deadly quantity of sleeping pills at her Greenwich Villag […]Perez Hilton
- Star Vs. Barbara Revived! December 6, 2009Star Jones must be bored and dying for attention, because she decided to pick the scab that was her feud with Barbara Walters! Jones has openly suggested Tiger Woods sit down with Babs about his sex scandal because Walters knows a thing or two about cheating! In Barbara's memoir, The View host goes into great [...]Perez Hilton
- George Michael Loves His Pot And Anonymous Sex! December 6, 2009We don't know if it's his way of validating his bad behavior or what, but George Michael is living up to his reputation of being a total mess. Michael decided to partake in an extremely candid interview with a UK tabloid, and had no problem discussing his drug and sex addictions, stating "it's just who i [...]Perez Hilton
- Angels Will Be Crying When Mimoo Hits The Road! December 7, 2009
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- POLL: Who Was the Best Dressed Woman of 2009? December 5, 2009 CelebTV.com Staff
- Tiger Woods’ Dream About Alleged Mistress Rachel Uchitel December 4, 2009Tiger Woods reportedly told his alleged mistress Rachel Uchitel how he couldn’t fall asleep after having a disturbing sex dream about her, David Boreanaz and Derek Jeter!CelebTV.com Staff
- Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher Flirt with TwitPics! December 4, 2009Demi and Ashton have a date over Twitter and sedn each other photos. They make dinner and bedroom plans!CelebTV.com Staff
- Chris Brown’s Interview about Rihanna on ABC’s 20/20 December 4, 2009Chris Brown tells ABC’s Robin Roberts he never had problems with anger or domestic violence and that Rihanna knows how sorry he is.CelebTV.com Staff
- Jennifer Lopez Falls Again on The Ellen DeGeneres Show December 4, 2009J.Lo made fun of her infamous fall on the AMAs on Ellen and performed her new single, “Louboutins.”CelebTV.com Staff
- Tiger Woods Paying Off His Women? December 4, 2009Good thing Tiger Woods has a lot of cash. He’s reportedly giving wife Elin millions to stay with him and paying his alleged mistress 1 mil. to stay quiet!CelebTV.com Staff
- WATCH: Taylor Swift’s Beach Vacation! December 4, 2009Taylor Swift is proving she’s not all work all the time. The 19-year old country star posted a sneak peek into her personal life…a beach getaway! The newly released video shows Taylor enjoying some fun in the sun, frolicking on the beach, and learning to jet-ski! Watch Taylor’s tropical vaca here:CelebTV.com Staff
- Lady Gaga & Britney Spears Share Elle Magazine Cover December 4, 2009New photos of pop superstars Britney Spears and Lady Gaga on the double cover issue of Elle magazine for January 2010.CelebTV.com Staff
- Teen Celeb TV: Are Nick Jonas, Robert Pattinson & Kellan Lutz Moving On? December 4, 2009Nick Jonas & his new band Nick and the Administration perform, Robert Pattinson’s new movie and Kellan Lutz says he wants to be an action star.CelebTV.com Staff
- Kim Kardashian Skinny Dipping On The Jay Leno Show December 3, 2009Kim Kardashian talks about skinny dipping, cheating on her diet and selling boyfriend Reggie Bush’s motorcycle with Jay Leno.CelebTV.com Staff
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- Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren's Prenuptial Deal To Be Renegotiated! December 7, 2009Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren signed a prenuptial deal when they got married in 2004. But now with the cheating scandal, the deal has to be renegotiated. After all, Elin’s pain has a price! Tiger Woods may not be able to but Rachel’s[ More on WhyFame.com ]
- Richard Todd Dies at 90 Years Old! December 7, 2009‘The Longest Day’ ’s star, Richard Todd died at 90 years old at his home in Lincolnshire in central England. The actor was suffering from cancer. “He had been suffering from cancer, an illness that he bore with his habitual[ More on WhyFame.com ]
- Amy Adams Pregnant! December 7, 2009Who’s going to be a mother soon? Amy Adams! According to People, the beauty actress is and her fiance, actor Darren Le Gallo are expecting their first child together. The baby’s sex or due date, haven’t been released yet. Amy Adams [ More on WhyFame.com ]
- Do, a Deer a Gaga Deer! December 7, 2009Lady Gaga has finished all the outfits concerning human beings and started to take those from the animals. Last night in London, she was seen wearing a deer outfit including antlers. And a white see through dress made from plastic. And as you can[ More on WhyFame.com ]
- Tiger Woods Sex Addicted? Mistresses Number Four, Five and Six Revealed! December 6, 2009We’ve already lost the counting. Last time we’ve checked, Tiger Woods was having three mistress (Rachel Uchitel, Jamie Grubbs, Kalika Moquin). In the mean time another three women claim they are the champion’s mistresses. One of[ More on WhyFame.com ]
- Roman Polanski Home Arrest in Luxury Chalet! December 6, 2009Roman Polanski has been released for the Swiss jail after two months! But only in change for a home arrest into a luxury chalet nestled in the Alps and a $4,5 million bail. What money can do, huh?[ More on WhyFame.com ]
- Julia Roberts, Lancome's New Spokesperson! December 5, 2009For Lancome, beauty has a new name and that is: Julia Roberts. The Pretty Woman is Lancome’s new spokesperson. [ More on WhyFame.com ]
- Friend Bryon Bell Helped Tiger Woods to Cheat on Wife! December 5, 2009According to TMZ.com, Tiger Woods’ unfaithful attitude facing wife Elin has been supported by one of his childhood friends.Bryon Bell, president of Woods’ golf course design company, Tiger Woods Design has been the one purchasing one plane[ More on WhyFame.com ]
- Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom's First Public Fight! December 5, 2009So much with the happiness for Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom. The newly officially wed couple had their first public fight, two months after getting married, in a restaurant in L.A. on Wednesday night.[ More on WhyFame.com ]
- Marilyn Manson Is Back Together With Evan Rachel Wood! December 5, 2009We almost don’t want to know what was the reason for Evan Rachel Wood to get back together again with freak Marilyn Manson but some of you may want to find out the news. “I’m back with Evan, that’s kind of breaking news, you[ More on WhyFame.com ]
- Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren's Prenuptial Deal To Be Renegotiated! December 7, 2009
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- Holly Madison’s Sweet Birthday View December 7, 2009Here’s Holly Madison celebrating her 30th birthday party at Jet nightclub. As much as I love Holly, I thought she was in her mid 30s and reaching cougar status. I know those funbags look about 18 but the rest of her seems a little weathered. I guess banging an old rich dude was a bad [...]Administrator
- Hollywood Tuna’s AmaTuna Moment - Cutie In a Tiny Bikini December 7, 2009Here’s a cute little Asian or half-Asian or something in a tiny blue bikini. The girl has the most perfect set of funbags and the sweetest booty I’ve seen in the last hour. Enjoy. *Submit sexy, funny, interesting videos here Cutie In A Bikini Video More AmaTunaAdministrator
- Stacy Keibler’s Legs Need To Be Freed December 7, 2009I haven’t done a post on Stacy Keibler in a long time, but I have some big news folks; Stacy’s finally got a job! She‘ll be appearing in the 100th episode of “How I Met Your Mother”. I know I’m going to tune into that, but they better put in some [...]Administrator
- I Want Some Of Sophie Turner’s Milkshake December 7, 2009I knew this day would come, Aussie hottie Sophie Turner has finally hit the big time. Here she is making her own milkshake at Millions of Milkshakes following in the footsteps of such big name celebrities as Kim Kardashian and… I don’t remember the name of the other useless retard who did this garbage. [...]The Cheese
- Daily Tuna December 7, 2009-Holiday hotties -Kylie Bisutti is smokin’ -Alessandra Ambrosio in a super tight t-shirt -Welcome to Eden -Emmanuelle Chriqui in a revealing dress -Sexy school girls -The World Cup draw with hot women -UFC’s Arianny Celeste is drop dead gorgeous More Tuna: Lindsay Lohan Is Annoyingly Hot Jessica Simpson’s Cleavage Tease In Vanity Fair Cindy Crawf […]Administrator
- Kayden Kross Picture Moment December 7, 2009 Administrator
- Christina Hendricks’ Breasts Are Heavenly December 4, 2009 The Cheese
- Canned Tuna December 4, 2009Rachel Uchitel Is Scared (Dlisted) Cameron Diaz and Her Ice Cream Cone (DS nsfw) Kate Husdon Is Super Fine (Moe Jackson) Britney Spears Does Elle (Pink Is The New Blog) Nicole Kidman Has Red Lips And Big Teeth (Lainey Gossip) Angelina Jolie Can Do Any Sex Scene Easily (Hollywood Rag) If Oprah Were Gay [...]Administrator
- Penelope Cruz’s Boobs Are A Perfect Ten December 4, 2009Here’s Penelope Cruz at the London premiere of Nine last night looking spectacular, as always, showing off some sweet Spanish cleavage. I love this woman. I want her to yell obscenities at my in Spanish while she slaps me around with a stocking filled with tangy lime Jell-o. Don’t get [...]The Cheese
- Sophie Monk’s Puppies Exposed! December 4, 2009Did I fool you with my clever title? If I did you’re probably very disappointed with these pictures of jobless nobody Sophie Monk. Well join the f@#king club!!!! I understand you have to take the little bastards for a walk so they can do their business, but give us something, [...]The Cheese
- Holly Madison’s Boobs Are Perfection December 4, 2009I don’t know what lame event Playboy Playmate Holly Madison is at, but I’m really glad that she’s there. Look at those boobs. Perfection. I could die with a smile on my face in those things. Fake blonds with fake boobs and fake tans should be a protected species if you [...]The Cheese
- Sofia Vergara Bikini Pictures December 4, 2009It’s Friday and I’m a little hung over, I shouldn’t have had all those Champagne coolies with those strippers, so I’m glad I found these pictures of Sofia Vergara’s big boobs lounging in her bikini. It’s kinda hard to tell that this is actually Sofia Vergara, so if you know a hot [...]The Cheese
- Brooke Burke: MILF Grocery Shopping December 4, 2009Here’s hot MILF Brooke Burke out in her sweet little cut-off denim skirt on her way to the grocery store the other day. Hot stuff. I don’t get this shit while I do my shopping, my grocery store is filled with Filipino nannies dragging spoiled little bastards around with them. What [...]The Cheese
- Hollywood Tuna’s AmaTuna Moment - Cutie In A Bikini December 4, 2009Since it’s Friday, I figured I’d put up a cute blond chick in a bikini. No clue who she is, but I’d be willing to share my mom’s basement with her. She’d really tie the room together *Submit sexy, funny, interesting videos here Cutie In A Bikini Video More AmaTunaAdministrator
- Jessica Simpson Disappoints December 4, 2009How could anyone not be disappointed with the pictures of Jessica Simpson out in NYC last night? She looks absolutely huge. Maybe it’s the camera angle, maybe it’s the outfit she happens to be wearing or maybe it’s the massive amounts of corn dogs and cheese doodles she’s been eating at all [...]The Cheese
- Mariah Carey’s Fat Cleavage For Unicef December 4, 2009Here’s Mariah Carey at The 2009 Unicef Snowflake Ball. Knowing that Unicef is all about world hunger, I’m pretty sure Mariah and her fat boobies could feed a small 3rd world country. Not sure if silicon is toxic or not but if you’re starving I guess you’ve got to make do with what you get. [...]Administrator
- Daily Tuna December 4, 2009-Sweet booties!!! -Gorgeous girls gift wrapped -Lilian Garcia works a mic! -Kristen Stewart photo gallery -Scarlett Johansson sizzles -This is my Final Fantasy -Kelly Brook’s sexy bikini picture -The hottest female fighter? More Tuna: Hilary Duff’s Legs Are Blinding Jesse Jane Because She’s Hot Gisele Bundchen Topless GQ Magazine Pictures Danielle Lloy […]Administrator
- Alanna Kolette Picture Moment December 4, 2009 Administrator
- Katy Perry Busts Out!!! December 3, 2009It’s nice to see that every now and again Katy Perry remembers that she’s a decent looking skinny girl with big ass boobs and decides to show them off to the world. Here she is at the Grammy Awards nomination concert last night doing just that. Personally I think she should be nominated [...]The Cheese
- Canned Tuna December 3, 2009Did Lindsay Lohan Lick On Cash? (Dlisted) Kate Bosworth Needs To Eat Not Drink (Just Jared) Eva Mendes Ass In The Bad Lieutenant (DS nsfw) Lisa Kudrow On ‘Cougar Town’ (Pink Is The New Blog) Is There Hope For Tiger? (Lainey Gossip) Pamela Anderson Summoned To Court (Hollywood Rag) Lesbian Fantasy Of The Week [...]Administrator
- Holly Madison’s Sweet Birthday View December 7, 2009
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- Busted: Lindsay Lohan & Jason Segel's Late Night "Meeting" (PHOTOS) December 6, 2009Well, well, well. What do we have here? The latest guy on Lindsay Lohan's radar is none other than How I Met Your Mother star Jason Segel. Sheesh, who's next...Tiger Woods? But we digress... Anyways, LiLo partied over at Segel's house on Friday night and didn't leave until 7 freakin' AM. You can just imagine what kind of sleeping wen […]Celebuzz
- What's The Best Part Of This Old-School Kardashian Pic? December 6, 2009Kim Kardashian just posted this epic picture of her siblings on her blog and we're at a loss for words. There's just too much going on! Let's see what we've got here. The rollerskates and gear. Kourtney's pink 2-piece. Kim's scrunchie and green shorts. And our personal fave, lil' Rob in a speedo!!!! You know you love it. Sh […]Celebuzz
- Rihanna Makes Andy Samberg A Shy Boy (VIDEO) December 6, 2009Sorry, Blake Lively. You're hot and all, but SNL musical guest Rihanna and Andy Samberg's digital short kinda overshadowed anything you did as the host de jour. Seriously, the track in "Shy Ronnie" is H-O-T. New single, anyone?Celebuzz
- Lady Gaga Is Such A Dear (PHOTOS) December 6, 2009Leave it to Lady GaGa to get us in the Holiday spirit. Say goodbye to blood, curse words, and wacky hair—it's all about the reindeer now!! Last night in London, Gags sported a see-though latex dress, sunglasses and antlers after a busy day of sound checks and rehearsal. Totally normal. Did GaGa succeed in her latest Fashion statement? Click throug […]Celebuzz
- Billy Joel's Daughter Alexa Ray Joel Attempts Suicide, Is In Stable Condition December 6, 2009We're sad to report this morning that Alexa Ray Joel, daughter of Billy Joel and Christie Brinkley, was rushed to the hospital yesterday afternoon in NYC after a suicide attempt. The singer's roomate called 911 shortly before 12:30 p.m. to report an “emotionally disturbed person” was “having trouble breathing” at her West Vi […]Celebuzz
- RPattz Attempts Quiet Night Out, Doesn't Quite Succeed (PHOTOS) February 5, 2009Can't a brother just get a guys night out these days? New Moon vamp Robert Pattinson attempted to check out friend Bobby Long's band play at The Hotel Cafe in Hollywood last night by sneaking in a side entrance. Ha! Wishful thinking there, Rob. His scruffy face and hobo-esque attire did absolutely nada to escape the eyes of the waiting paparazzi, w […]Celebuzz
- Taylor Lautner Lands New Role With A 100% Forecast For More Shirtless Pics December 5, 2009Well, Twi-hards. It doesn't look like Taylor Lautner will be giving up his jaw-dropping Twilight body ANYTIME soon. The Porsche-driving 17-year-old has already landed his next big role after he finishes Breaking Dawn (which has yet to be confirmed, but you KNOW it's happening)! The amazing opportunity is none other than Paramount's action flic […]Celebuzz
- Kelly Bensimon is a Desperate Housewife (PHOTOS) December 5, 2009Kelly Bensimon, of Real Housewives of New York City fame, went completely incognito yesterday on the beach in Miami, Florida. Wonder how she got photographed?! Oh, wait! Just kidding. Doing cartwheels in a bright green bikini does tend to attract a little bit of attention. We guess someone's gotta take the attention off Tiger Woods.Celebuzz
- Holly Madison Lets It All Hang Out At Her Birthday Bash (PHOTOS) December 5, 2009Uhh...Holly Madison is in there somewhere we think? We kid, we kid! The former Playboy showed off her hard-earned boobs in a glitzy cocktail dress as she celebrated her 30th birthday at Jet nightclub in Las Vegas last night. Go ahead and check her out in our new gallery. Zooms away!Celebuzz
- The Evolution of the Snuggie (PHOTOS) December 4, 2009From Portable Blanket to Hipster TrendThe Snuggie phenomenon hit our society hard (or shall we say, quite comfortably). First it was just an infomercial, mercilessly mocked on the Internet for physically embodying the wanton laziness of couch-dwelling Americans. But then people slowly began to realize that there was something more to this idea of blankets wi […]Celebuzz
- Who Tweeted?: Guess the Celebrity Twitter Updates (PHOTOS) December 4, 2009Celebrities. They tweet, we follow. Even the most mundane, innocent ramblings become breaking news. It's just how the world works these days and, yes, we admit that we love it! Think you know your celeb tweets? Have your go at our new Friday feature, "Who Tweeted" and see how many you can guess correctly!Celebuzz
- Miley Cyrus Explodes Tween Minds By Wearing Jonas Brothers T-Shirt (PHOTOS) December 4, 2009In today's latest desperate plea for attention, Miley Cyrus was photographed... in a Jonas Brothers shirt! First the every-so-delicately placed tattoo under the boob. Now, sporting the ex's shirt with your little sister/clone Noah? We get it, Miley. You're SOOO ridiculously over Nicky J that you don't mind being spotted in a JoBros shirt. […]Celebuzz
- Tiger Woods' Crazy Ambien Sex: More Than You Want To Know December 4, 2009What happened to good ol' fashion sex with the mistress? That's soo last season's scandal. This Tiger Woods shiz just gets better and better. Apparently, Woods was all about perfecting his stroke after popping a few pills. His weapon of choice? Ambien, a pill typically taken to induce sleep (which people claim dramatically increases pleasure d […]Celebuzz
- Meredith Baxter: Still Gay After 48 Hours! December 4, 2009An anonymous ICQ chat source known only as "GrapeApe886" has confirmed for Celebuzz that Family Ties star Meredith Baxter remains completely and totally lesbian, and is resting comfortably at home, just forty-eight hours since her stunning announcement of her homosexuality. This past Wednesay, a world stood breathless as the 62-year-old former TV s […]Celebuzz
- Today On The Internet: Sketchy Santas December 4, 2009Here are some things that happened today in other corners of the Internet: Just in time for Christmas, an entire website dedicated solely to Santas who look, you know, sketchy. (Sketchy Santas) And while we're in the Christmas spirit, check out this list of 35 Awesome Christmas Album Covers. You'll feel like you just shotgunned some egg nog. (BuzzF […]Celebuzz
- The Biebs Dominates Cobra Starship... With Adorableness (VIDEO) December 4, 2009What do Justin Bieber and Cobra Starship have in common? Absolutely nothing, but who the hell cares... we can't get enough of The Biebs.The teeny, glossy-maned phenom was challenged to a dance off earlier this week by Cobra Starship's front man, Gabe Saporta, but had to resort to other methods of thrashery due to his broken foot. "Playing the […]Celebuzz
- Evan Rachel Wood's Vampire-Goth Love Triangle December 4, 2009Alexandar Skaarsgard: Six feet four inches of Swedish man meat, desired by millions of men and women across the World (not to mention amazing in Zoolander). Marilyn Manson: Known for his rich taste for drugs, bizzare and transgendered on-stage costumes, and increasingly irrelevant and ridiculous goth antics. They have almost nothing in common, except liking […]Celebuzz
- Lady Gaga Celebrates Grammy Noms The Only Way She Knows How, Pantsless (VIDEO) December 4, 2009 Celebuzz
- What Tiger's Revised Pre-Nup Might Look Like December 4, 2009 Celebuzz
- The 10 Most Awesome Megan Fox & Shia LaBeouf Quotes of 2009 (PHOTOS) December 4, 2009Shia LaBeouf and Megan Fox could have written an entire book called "The Complete Idiot's Guide to Promoting Your Poorly Scripted Robot Movie For Dummies" with all their absurd quotes, appearances and antics during Summer '09. From Shia LaBeouf's absurdly sexual comment about the woman who gave birth to him, to Megan Fox's cries […]Celebuzz
- Busted: Lindsay Lohan & Jason Segel's Late Night "Meeting" (PHOTOS) December 6, 2009
- Crooks and Liars
- Open Thread December 7, 2009The most amazing bicycle riding ever, period. Open Thread below....bluegal
- C&L's Late Nite Music Club with Vince Guaraldi December 7, 2009Title: Christmas Time Is HereArtist: Vince Guaraldi TrioHoly conspicuous consumption, Batman! The Christmas season has EXPLODED in my area. We haven't even finished the last of the Thanksgiving leftovers and some mad Christmas guerrilla has gone and taken upon herself in the middle of the night to put these tacky red ribbon and holly bows on all the mai […]Nicole Belle
- McCain: The Rationale for War is to Break the Enemy's Will December 7, 2009DOWNLOADS: (268) PLAYS: (461) Mr. Bomb, Bomb, Bomb Iran who never found a war he didn't like John McCain thinks we should not be talking about a timeline to withdraw from Afghanistan. McCain also apparently thinks that the eight years we've already spent in Afghanistan hasn't been long enough to "break the enemy's will" so we ca […]Heather
- Senators Consider A New National Health Plan, But The Devil's In The Details December 7, 2009Remember that just about anything can happen between now and the final version of the healthcare reform bill that comes out of the conference committee. At first glance, this latest proposal seems like a workable compromise - but it really isn't. What are the odds that Blue Cross plans will undercut their own products? And why the separate plan, anyway? […]Susie Madrak
- This Week: In Memoriam December 7, 2009DOWNLOADS: (245) PLAYS: (132) (h/t David at VideoCafe) This Week with George Stephanopoulos notes the passings of former Florida Senator Paula Hawkins, banking executive and junk bond king Fred Joseph and actor and D-Day at Normandy veteran Richard Todd. In addition, the Pentagon released the names of five servicemembers killed in Iraq and Afghanistan. Army […]Nicole Belle
- Rove Blames the Economy Melting Down on Fannie and Freddie December 7, 2009DOWNLOADS: (327) PLAYS: (507) First question, why is this man on my television screen instead of sitting in a jail cell somewhere? Karl Rove first claims that the stimulus package didn't work even though as Pat Garofalo over at the Think Progress' The Wonk Room noted: ...the Congressional Budget Office found that it has created or saved 600,000 to […]Heather
- McCain: Palin Irrelevant But People Continue to Attack Her December 6, 2009DOWNLOADS: (394) PLAYS: (1591) Looks like David Gregory is bound and determined to have John McCain beat Bob Dole's record for Meet the Press appearances before the year is over. During his appearance this week, despite his kind words for Sarah Palin, it sounds like he just threw her under the bus with this remark. McCain: I'm entertained every tim […]Heather
- Sen. Al Franken Debates Health Care Reform December 6, 2009DOWNLOADS: (814) PLAYS: (6254) Sen. Al Franken during the health care bill debate taking on Republican talking points on rationing, tort reform, taxes on CEO compensation and the need for reforming our health care system. […]Heather
- Petraeus admits he didn't vote for McCain December 6, 2009DOWNLOADS: (482) PLAYS: (2449) Gen. David Petraeus may be registered as a Republican but he didn't vote for John McCain for president in 2008. When Petraeus became a two-star general in 2002 he stopped voting. "When I was promoted to major general, it seemed like a quiet thing at the time, but it's perhaps taken on bigger ramifications," […]David
- Durbin 'skeptical' of Afghanistan surge December 6, 2009DOWNLOADS: (464) PLAYS: (502) The senior senator from President Barack Obama's home state isn't convinced that the plan to send more troops to Afghanistan will result in success. Sen. Dick Durbin told Fox News' Chris Wallace that he wanted to talk to the president about withdrawal plans before committing to vote to support the additional troop […]David
- Open Thread December 7, 2009
- EUROPE
- As Climate Meeting Starts, a Revival of Skepticism December 7, 2009The furor over researchers’ stolen e-mail shows that doubt about human-driven climate change persists even as scientists thought that battle had been won.By ANDREW C. REVKIN and JOHN M. BRODER
- Copenhagen Talks Tough on Climate Protest Plans December 7, 2009An elaborate holding facility with three dozen steel cages has been created to accommodate more than 350 potential troublemakers during a U.N. climate conference Monday.By TOM ZELLER Jr.
- James F. Brown, Radio Free Europe Chief, Dies at 81 December 7, 2009As director of the network, Mr. Brown played a seminal role in the rise of the Solidarity movement, which eventually toppled the Communist Party in Poland.By DENNIS HEVESI
- In Russia, New Times Are Reason for Debate December 7, 2009Russia’s 11 time zones have long been a source of national pride, but the government is now considering shedding some to modernize the economy.By CLIFFORD J. LEVY
- William A. Wilson, Reagan’s Envoy to Vatican, Dies at 95 December 7, 2009Mr. Wilson was appointed as the first full-fledged American ambassador to the Vatican, but his term was clouded by unauthorized dealings with Libya.By JOSEPH BERGER
- Incumbent Leads in Romanian Presidential Vote December 7, 2009President Traian Basescu clung to a narrow lead in his bid for re-election Monday, the morning after both sides claimed victory in Romania’s presidential race.By NICHOLAS KULISH
- Club Owner Charged in Russian Fire December 7, 2009A nightclub owner and three others were arrested in connection with a fire, ignited by a pyrotechnic display, that killed 112 people and wounded more than 120.By CLIFFORD J. LEVY
- London Climate Change March Draws Tens of Thousands December 7, 2009The police in London said that about 20,000 people joined the Stop Climate Chaos march on Saturday, while organizers estimated the turnout at about 40,000.By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
- Verdict in Italy, but American’s Case Isn’t Over December 6, 2009Tensions and cultural misunderstandings ran high after an American college student was found guilty of murdering her housemate.By RACHEL DONADIO
- Protesters in Rome Denounce Berlusconi December 6, 2009Tens of thousands of protesters gathered in Rome to express their exasperation with Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi, who is on trial for corruption.By ELISABETTA POVOLEDO
- Grim Romanians Brighten Over a German Connection December 6, 2009The positive stereotypes Romanians associate with the German minority population have helped the mayor of a Romanian town in his rise to national stardom.By NICHOLAS KULISH
- Frustrated With West, Turks Revel in Empire Lost December 5, 2009“Ottomania,” nostalgia for the glorious history of the Ottoman empire, has seized Turkey, partly reacting to the European Union’s seeming cold shoulder.By DAN BILEFSKY
- Europe’s Foreign Policy Guide Passes His Compass December 1, 2009Javier Solana, who built the institutions of a European Union foreign service as its policy chief, will yield Tuesday to a less experienced figure.By STEVEN ERLANGER
- Arles Journal: A Museum Hails Caesar, Even if Some Antiquarians Don’t Agree November 30, 2009A marble bust dredged up from the Rhône River is thought to be the only known surviving statue of Julius Caesar carved during his lifetime, though some question its authenticity.By MAÏA DE LA BAUME
- Seeking to Set an Example on the Climate Express December 7, 2009The Climate Express train brought 400 environmental activists, business leaders and government officials to the world climate summit in Copenhagen.By JAMES KANTER
- Toll Stirs Anger in Russian Nightclub Fire December 6, 2009Blazes in apartment buildings, clubs and health centers in Russia regularly cause heavy losses.By CLIFFORD J. LEVY
- Essay: The Usual Suspects: Fixers’ Actions and FIFA’s Inaction December 5, 2009FIFA’s inaction has allowed fixing to flourish. Soccer’s governing body must increase its security operation and provide a way to report corruption.By DECLAN HILL
- Fire Sweeps Through Club in Russia, Killing 100 December 5, 2009A fire, apparently caused by an indoor pyrotechnical display, roared through a crowded nightclub in the Russian city of Perm, the local media reported.By CLIFFORD J. LEVY
- NATO Pledges 7,000 Troops, but Avoids Details December 5, 2009In response to requests from the U.S., the alliance said on Friday that it would contribute new forces to Afghanistan.By MARK LANDLER
- U.S. and Russia Miss Treaty Deadline December 5, 2009They pledged that they would generally abide by the old arms treaty while they continue talks.By CLIFFORD J. LEVY
- As Climate Meeting Starts, a Revival of Skepticism December 7, 2009
- Libya
- 'Stop Acquisition of Farmland in Continent' - Gaddafi November 20, 2009Libyan President Colonel Muammar Gaddafi has called for an end to the buying and selling of African farmland by rich nations during UN hunger summit the headquarters of the UN Food and Agriculture Organization in Rome, Italy.
- Country and UN Agency Enter Pact to Boost Food Security, Sustainable Development November 20, 2009The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and Libya have agreed on a $71 million programme to boost cooperation over the next five years to strengthen food security and sustainable development in the country.
- Keep Economy Out of Gaddafi's Hands Now! November 16, 2009Last week "Objection!" submitted that Uganda ought to be wary of increased Chinese and Arabian investments in the region if we are interested in moving towards democracy, good governance, impeccable observance of human rights and overall freedoms. The reason is simple and straightforward: if you are looking for any of the four issues above, China a […]
- A Throne of One's Own November 16, 2009The simmering rivalry for continental pre-eminence between Libya's President Muammar Gaddafi and Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni is bringing them both into company they would not normally be associated with, confirming the maxim that "politics makes for strange bedfellows."
- Message From President Ben Ali to Leader Mouammar Gueddafi November 13, 2009President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali sent a message to Leader of the Great September 1st Revolution, chairman of the Arab Maghreb Union (AMU) Council, chairman of the African Union (AU) and chairman of the Community of Sahel-Saharan States (CEN-SAD) Mouammar Gueddafi.
- Libya ready to help the country organize elections November 12, 2009Cen-Sad's Secretary General, Mohamed Almadani Alazhari, met Tuesday with Togo's President Faure Gnassingbe in Lome.
- Team Loses Challenge Cup Spot November 11, 2009Libya will not participate at the forthcoming East and Central Africa Senior Challenge Cup that would kick off on November 28 in Nairobi, Kenya.
- Farmers Sample What Libya Offers November 9, 2009CHARL Senekal holds up a clod of Libyan soil and lets it trickle through his fingers. Behind him endless rows of neglected olive trees stretch into the distance. "This place is easy to fix," says the jovial barrel-chested farmer. "We could turn it into a paradise."
- Libyan Returnees Seek Yar'Adua's Intervention November 9, 2009A civil society group, Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP), has appealed to President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua to intervene in the plight of returnee Nigerians from Libya by putting in place machineries that will reintegrate them into the society.
- Death Row Returnees Send SOS to Yar'Adua November 9, 2009OVER 1,000 Nigerians on death row in Libya prisons who were recently repatriated, following the intervention of a Nigeria-based civil society group, Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP), have sent a Save Our Soul (SOS) message to President Umaru Yar'Adua.
- 'Stop Acquisition of Farmland in Continent' - Gaddafi November 20, 2009
- Liberia
- Making Malnutrition a Health Issue December 4, 2009With 45 percent of Liberian children under age five chronically or acutely malnourished, experts say nutrition is a burning health problem, but NGOs feel the Ministry of Health is not as worried as it should be, and lacks the capacity to provide leadership in bringing about solutions.
- Rewarding Nutritional Risk-Takers December 4, 2009Most communities have individuals or groups whose exceptional approaches to problems help them find better solutions than their peers, say behavior change experts, who call such individuals 'positive deviants'.
- Prosecutors Ordered To Disclose New Documents To Be Used In Taylor's Cross-Examination December 4, 2009Special Court for Sierra Leone judges today ordered prosecutors to disclose to the defense all new documents that they intend to use in the cross-examination of former Liberian president Charles Taylor who is responding to charges that he was involved in a joint criminal enterprise with rebel forces who waged an 11-years rebel war in Sierra Leone.
- Angry Women to Defend Sirleaf December 3, 2009Hundreds of women representing diverse backgrounds and groups, including Ministers, have planned a massive campaign to protest against Senator Jewel Howard Taylor and Kadiaatu Diara Findley for their alleged insults thrown at the President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf during the just concluded Montserrado senatorial by- election, this paper have leant.
- Taylor Probed on Citizenship for Rebels December 3, 2009Prosecutors today questioned former Liberian president Charles Taylor on his decision to grant Liberian citizenship to Sierra Leonean rebel forces who relocated to Liberia in December 1999 after falling out with the Sierra Leonean rebel group's hierarchy.
- Truth Commission Releases Final Report December 2, 2009THE TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION COMMISSION OF LIBERIA (TRC) have announced the release and publication of its final reports after several weeks of editing and technical work leading to its publication. The report which is an edited version of the "TRC FINAL REPORT, VOLUME II, CONSOLIDATED REPORT(UNEDITED)" was released on June 30, 2009. Atleast 1,5 […]
- Taylor Admits Getting Money For Presidential Campaign From Taiwan, Libya December 2, 2009Charles Taylor today told Special Court for Sierra Leone judges that he received money from both Taiwan and Libya as contributions to his campaign to become president of Liberia in 1997.
- Govt Secures Huge Investment in Palm Oil Production December 1, 2009The Liberian government has announced that it is in the final stages of securing a U.S. $1.6 billion Indonesian investment in palm oil production which is expected to create 35,000 jobs.
- U.S.- Based Feed the Children Medical Team Offers Services to Citizens December 4, 2009More than 25 volunteers from a United States-based humanitarian group, Feed the Children medical team, on Wednesday, December 2, paid a courtesy call on President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf at the Foreign Ministry in Monrovia.
- Three Diplomats Present Letters of Credence to President Sirleaf December 4, 2009President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf on Thursday received the Letters of Credence of three Ambassadors accredited near Monrovia. They are: the Ambassadors Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of France, H.E. Gerard Larome; H.E. Attilio Pacifici of the European Union; and H.E. Gilberto Buta Lutucuta of the Republic of Angola. Ambassador Lutucuta is th […]
- Making Malnutrition a Health Issue December 4, 2009
- Imo State(Nigeria)
- Imo State - News December 7, 2009You are currently using FREE feeds from Newstin. You will get more data and services with Newstin Pro RSS licensed subscription.Newstin Pro RSS provides aggregated and categorized news content covering 1.25 Million news categories from 160.000 online sources in the format that can be easily integrated into environment or software of your choice. Read more ab […]
- Engineers Call for Scrapping of FERMA December 7, 2009
- Nigeria: Anti-Yar'Adua Forces Corrupt, Says Family December 7, 2009
- Nigeria: Lawmaker Gives Scholarship, Empowerment to Constituents December 7, 2009
- Nigeria: FUTOWA Raises N10 Million for Resource Centre December 7, 2009
- Nigeria: HIV/Aids - Four States Battle Endlessly Against Scourge December 7, 2009
- Nigeria: Imo - Orlu Residents Lament Erosion Disaster December 7, 2009
- Nigeria: INEC Boss' Mother Bag Eziada Title December 7, 2009
- Govt Shares N2.04 Billion to Local Councils December 4, 2009
- Nigeria: Father of Five Electrocuted in Imo December 4, 2009
- Imo State - News December 7, 2009
- Abia State(Nigeria)
- Abia State - News December 7, 2009You are currently using FREE feeds from Newstin. You will get more data and services with Newstin Pro RSS licensed subscription.Newstin Pro RSS provides aggregated and categorized news content covering 1.25 Million news categories from 160.000 online sources in the format that can be easily integrated into environment or software of your choice. Read more ab […]
- Abia 2011 Sampler! PDP, PPA Members December 7, 2009
- Governor's Wife Leads Cancer Awareness Campaign December 7, 2009
- CDHR Initiates Debarment Process Against Aondoakaa December 7, 2009
- PDP Has Failed the Nation -Senator Obiora December 7, 2009
- Nigeria: HIV/Aids - Orji's Wife Preaches Abstinence December 7, 2009
- Nigeria: Poly Partners Students December 7, 2009
- Nigeria: IG to Commission Police Patrol Vans December 3, 2009
- VC Calls for Establishment of Science Foundation December 3, 2009
- Nigeria: Kidnapping, Economic Woes Attributed to Bad Governance December 3, 2009
- Abia State - News December 7, 2009
- USA News 2
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- celeb tv
- POLL: Who Was the Best Dressed Woman of 2009? December 5, 2009 CelebTV.com Staff
- Tiger Woods’ Dream About Alleged Mistress Rachel Uchitel December 4, 2009Tiger Woods reportedly told his alleged mistress Rachel Uchitel how he couldn’t fall asleep after having a disturbing sex dream about her, David Boreanaz and Derek Jeter!CelebTV.com Staff
- Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher Flirt with TwitPics! December 4, 2009Demi and Ashton have a date over Twitter and sedn each other photos. They make dinner and bedroom plans!CelebTV.com Staff
- Chris Brown’s Interview about Rihanna on ABC’s 20/20 December 4, 2009Chris Brown tells ABC’s Robin Roberts he never had problems with anger or domestic violence and that Rihanna knows how sorry he is.CelebTV.com Staff
- Jennifer Lopez Falls Again on The Ellen DeGeneres Show December 4, 2009J.Lo made fun of her infamous fall on the AMAs on Ellen and performed her new single, “Louboutins.”CelebTV.com Staff
- Tiger Woods Paying Off His Women? December 4, 2009Good thing Tiger Woods has a lot of cash. He’s reportedly giving wife Elin millions to stay with him and paying his alleged mistress 1 mil. to stay quiet!CelebTV.com Staff
- WATCH: Taylor Swift’s Beach Vacation! December 4, 2009Taylor Swift is proving she’s not all work all the time. The 19-year old country star posted a sneak peek into her personal life…a beach getaway! The newly released video shows Taylor enjoying some fun in the sun, frolicking on the beach, and learning to jet-ski! Watch Taylor’s tropical vaca here:CelebTV.com Staff
- Lady Gaga & Britney Spears Share Elle Magazine Cover December 4, 2009New photos of pop superstars Britney Spears and Lady Gaga on the double cover issue of Elle magazine for January 2010.CelebTV.com Staff
- Teen Celeb TV: Are Nick Jonas, Robert Pattinson & Kellan Lutz Moving On? December 4, 2009Nick Jonas & his new band Nick and the Administration perform, Robert Pattinson’s new movie and Kellan Lutz says he wants to be an action star.CelebTV.com Staff
- Kim Kardashian Skinny Dipping On The Jay Leno Show December 3, 2009Kim Kardashian talks about skinny dipping, cheating on her diet and selling boyfriend Reggie Bush’s motorcycle with Jay Leno.CelebTV.com Staff
- General News
- Guinea Vice-Prez Takes Helm December 8, 2009Guineas vicepresident has returned from business abroad to take charge of the country after an attempted assassination on the president President Moussa Dadis Camara was flown to Morocco where a spokesman said he underwent a minor operation after being shot on Thursday VicePresident Sekouba Konate returned from Lebanon to take char ...
- Mills Calls For Peace December 8, 2009PRESIDENT JOHN Evans Atta Mills has stated that an area which is characterized by constant violence seizes to develop calling on the chiefs and people of Buipe to embrace peace for development Violence he noted had scared investors out of the area despite the investment potential and advised residents to peacefully coexist to attract ...
- Namibian Prez Wins Landslide December 8, 2009Namibian President Hifikepunye Pohamba has been reelected for a second term after winning of the vote in last weeks poll official results show Mr Pohambas governing Swapo party got of the parliamentary vote maintaining its twothirds majority Eight of opposition parties that took part in the vote have vowed to contest t ...
- Oguaa Chiefs Honour Cardinal December 8, 2009THE CAPE Coast Traditional Council over the weekend organised a colourful ceremony at the Eminitmadze palace in Cape Coast to honour Cardinal Peter Kojo Appiah Turkson on his appointment as the President of the Pontifical Council of Peace and Justice at the Vatican He was given the stool name Okunyin Kojo Nyamesomfo Kwankyerefo and also pre ...
- NYEP Coordinator Abandons Post December 8, 2009I nformation reaching DAILY GUIDE from Kukuom in the Asunafo South District of the Brong Ahafo Region indicates that the District Coordinator for the National Youth Employment Programme NYEP Prince Nyarko has abandoned the office to further his education Prince Nyarko was a final year student at the Central University College at the time ...
- Spio Raps Volta NDC December 8, 2009DR EKWOW SPIOGarbrah stormed Ho the Volta Regional Capital on Wednesday with his campaign trail to witness the regional youth and womens organisers elections as part of measures in fulfilling his desire of becoming a vice chairman of the National Democratic Congress NDC Though Dr SpioGarbrah said he was not there to campaign his su ...
- Eastern Region Tops AIDS Chart December 8, 2009EASTERN REGION was identified as the region with the highest HIVAIDS prevalence in the country last year According to Dr John Ekow Otoo of St Francis Xavier Hospital at Assin Fosu statistics has indicated that the Eastern region topped the AIDS chart in the country with the highest percentage of followed by Ashanti region with and ...
- 23 Farmers Honoured December 8, 2009TWENTYTHREE Farmers on Friday received various awards due to their hard work as part of the celebration of this years National Farmers Day within the Accra Metropolis The prizes ranged from a set of furniture to farm implements Out of the farmers yearold Enoch Mensah from La won the metro best farmer and received a set of furn ...
- IGP Weeps Over Cash December 8, 2009THE INSPECTOR General of Police IGP Paul Quaye is lamenting that budgetary constraint is preventing his outfit from running training courses to improve the knowledge and expertise of police personnel in the country Describing training as the cornerstone of every success he noted that it was his heartmost desire to see police personne ...
- Nigeria says can't stop Gas Flaring for now December 8, 2009The Federal Government in Nigeria has said that any attempt at stopping gas flaring through legislation now will lead to very unpleasant circumstances which the nation can hardly cope with Such action it said would lead to the loss of billions of dollars derivable from carbon creditMinister of State for Petroleum Odein Ajumo ...
- I am on top of events, says Mills December 8, 2009President John Evans Atta Mills has unleashed a strong response to critics who perceive his administration as too slow as well as those who may be in doubt that he is fully on top of events Atta Mills is in charge he told a cheering crowd at Damongo in the Northern Region where he is on a fourday duty tour And I will head this natio ...
- �NPP followers have said worse than Arthur K's book� December 8, 2009httpnewsmyjoyonlinecomnewsaudioDanBotweArthurKBookmpListen to Dan Botwe audio in Twi Copyright myjoyonlineThe New Patriotic Partys Member of Parliament for Okere Dan Kwaku Botwe is counseling party followers who disagree with Dr Arthur Kobina Kennedys book Chasing The Elephant Into The Bush The Po ...
- Gene flaw 'causes child obesity' December 8, 2009Scientists have discovered what they believe is a genetic cause of severe obesity in childrenThe team concluded that the loss of a key segment of DNA can be to blameIt said the findings might improve diagnosis of severe obesity which on occasion has been wrongly attributed to abusive overfeedingThe study of children ...
- Gun found among crowd at Tamale National Farmers Day celebration December 8, 2009An empty locally manufactured gun was retrieved from the crowd in Tamale where the th National Farmers Day celebration was held and addressed by President JEA Mills on Friday December Northern Regional Police Commander Assistant Commissioner of Police Angwubutoge Awuni told Myjoyonlinecom that no one claimed ownership of the empty gu ...
- EDO GENESIS: EDO�S ACCOUNT OF THE ORIGIN OF THE UNIVERSE IS OLDER THAN THE CHRISTIAN ONE December 8, 2009The Edo account of the origin of the universe is older than the Christian one by thousands of years and even when calculated from the Edos Ogiso Dynasty era by at least years In other words the Edo Ogiso or Oba king was already the only Son of God at least years before the Christian Jesus Christs copy of the myth was concocted ...
- Constitutional Thieves at Military-Constitutionalism�Disparaging Popular Sovereignty December 8, 2009When we saddle establishments and institutions with narrative at a construct constitutionalism we must appropriately accompany the idea with deployable measuring capacity with biased barometer to compute statistical data measure improvements re evaluation Within the contexts of unprecedented prevailing culture of militarism at constitutio ...
- The Saints are not yet born but you can be one - a moral issue. by- Rufus Oteniya December 8, 2009God does not call the anointed rather he anoints the called This literarily means that whenever God wants to do an extraordinary thing He does not look for people with extraordinary ability and strength He empowers whoever makes himself available He does not call the perfect people to do perfect things but He perfects the called This analo ...
- Protection Rights of Journalists of Africa and the 2010 Award in Mexico. by- Saka Raji Audu December 8, 2009In February the Protection Rights of Journalists of Africa will be presenting award for the Best Journalist of the Year in Mexico Already the Association has earnmarked or rather wished to nominate a gatecrasher in journalism a Kaduna based controversial and notorious publisher of a moribund newspaper the Desert Herald in person ...
- Ruling 150 Million People through Deceit. by - Ndiameeh Babrik December 8, 2009Stories have it that when the cronies and those who were feeding fat on the regime of Charles de Gaulle the former and foremost French president urged him to continue in power he was said to have told them that gentlemen the grave is full of indispensable people and therefore I am going to my village and hence he left the Presidential villa for ...
- Yar�Adua�s Health: ANPP Abhors Politicization December 8, 2009Editor It could be described as maturity on display an official statement that came from the ANPP through its National Publicity Secretary Emma Eneukwu on the health situation of of President YarAdua ANPP had advised Nigerians not to politicize the illness of President Umaru YarAdua in the interest of the nation Some group ...
- Guinea Vice-Prez Takes Helm December 8, 2009
- Crooks and Liars
- Open Thread December 7, 2009The most amazing bicycle riding ever, period. Open Thread below....bluegal
- C&L's Late Nite Music Club with Vince Guaraldi December 7, 2009Title: Christmas Time Is HereArtist: Vince Guaraldi TrioHoly conspicuous consumption, Batman! The Christmas season has EXPLODED in my area. We haven't even finished the last of the Thanksgiving leftovers and some mad Christmas guerrilla has gone and taken upon herself in the middle of the night to put these tacky red ribbon and holly bows on all the mai […]Nicole Belle
- McCain: The Rationale for War is to Break the Enemy's Will December 7, 2009DOWNLOADS: (268) PLAYS: (461) Mr. Bomb, Bomb, Bomb Iran who never found a war he didn't like John McCain thinks we should not be talking about a timeline to withdraw from Afghanistan. McCain also apparently thinks that the eight years we've already spent in Afghanistan hasn't been long enough to "break the enemy's will" so we ca […]Heather
- Senators Consider A New National Health Plan, But The Devil's In The Details December 7, 2009Remember that just about anything can happen between now and the final version of the healthcare reform bill that comes out of the conference committee. At first glance, this latest proposal seems like a workable compromise - but it really isn't. What are the odds that Blue Cross plans will undercut their own products? And why the separate plan, anyway? […]Susie Madrak
- This Week: In Memoriam December 7, 2009DOWNLOADS: (245) PLAYS: (132) (h/t David at VideoCafe) This Week with George Stephanopoulos notes the passings of former Florida Senator Paula Hawkins, banking executive and junk bond king Fred Joseph and actor and D-Day at Normandy veteran Richard Todd. In addition, the Pentagon released the names of five servicemembers killed in Iraq and Afghanistan. Army […]Nicole Belle
- Rove Blames the Economy Melting Down on Fannie and Freddie December 7, 2009DOWNLOADS: (327) PLAYS: (507) First question, why is this man on my television screen instead of sitting in a jail cell somewhere? Karl Rove first claims that the stimulus package didn't work even though as Pat Garofalo over at the Think Progress' The Wonk Room noted: ...the Congressional Budget Office found that it has created or saved 600,000 to […]Heather
- McCain: Palin Irrelevant But People Continue to Attack Her December 6, 2009DOWNLOADS: (394) PLAYS: (1591) Looks like David Gregory is bound and determined to have John McCain beat Bob Dole's record for Meet the Press appearances before the year is over. During his appearance this week, despite his kind words for Sarah Palin, it sounds like he just threw her under the bus with this remark. McCain: I'm entertained every tim […]Heather
- Sen. Al Franken Debates Health Care Reform December 6, 2009DOWNLOADS: (814) PLAYS: (6254) Sen. Al Franken during the health care bill debate taking on Republican talking points on rationing, tort reform, taxes on CEO compensation and the need for reforming our health care system. […]Heather
- Petraeus admits he didn't vote for McCain December 6, 2009DOWNLOADS: (482) PLAYS: (2449) Gen. David Petraeus may be registered as a Republican but he didn't vote for John McCain for president in 2008. When Petraeus became a two-star general in 2002 he stopped voting. "When I was promoted to major general, it seemed like a quiet thing at the time, but it's perhaps taken on bigger ramifications," […]David
- Durbin 'skeptical' of Afghanistan surge December 6, 2009DOWNLOADS: (464) PLAYS: (502) The senior senator from President Barack Obama's home state isn't convinced that the plan to send more troops to Afghanistan will result in success. Sen. Dick Durbin told Fox News' Chris Wallace that he wanted to talk to the president about withdrawal plans before committing to vote to support the additional troop […]David
- Open Thread December 7, 2009
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- As Climate Meeting Starts, a Revival of Skepticism December 7, 2009The furor over researchers’ stolen e-mail shows that doubt about human-driven climate change persists even as scientists thought that battle had been won.By ANDREW C. REVKIN and JOHN M. BRODER
- Copenhagen Talks Tough on Climate Protest Plans December 7, 2009An elaborate holding facility with three dozen steel cages has been created to accommodate more than 350 potential troublemakers during a U.N. climate conference Monday.By TOM ZELLER Jr.
- James F. Brown, Radio Free Europe Chief, Dies at 81 December 7, 2009As director of the network, Mr. Brown played a seminal role in the rise of the Solidarity movement, which eventually toppled the Communist Party in Poland.By DENNIS HEVESI
- In Russia, New Times Are Reason for Debate December 7, 2009Russia’s 11 time zones have long been a source of national pride, but the government is now considering shedding some to modernize the economy.By CLIFFORD J. LEVY
- William A. Wilson, Reagan’s Envoy to Vatican, Dies at 95 December 7, 2009Mr. Wilson was appointed as the first full-fledged American ambassador to the Vatican, but his term was clouded by unauthorized dealings with Libya.By JOSEPH BERGER
- Incumbent Leads in Romanian Presidential Vote December 7, 2009President Traian Basescu clung to a narrow lead in his bid for re-election Monday, the morning after both sides claimed victory in Romania’s presidential race.By NICHOLAS KULISH
- Club Owner Charged in Russian Fire December 7, 2009A nightclub owner and three others were arrested in connection with a fire, ignited by a pyrotechnic display, that killed 112 people and wounded more than 120.By CLIFFORD J. LEVY
- London Climate Change March Draws Tens of Thousands December 7, 2009The police in London said that about 20,000 people joined the Stop Climate Chaos march on Saturday, while organizers estimated the turnout at about 40,000.By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
- Verdict in Italy, but American’s Case Isn’t Over December 6, 2009Tensions and cultural misunderstandings ran high after an American college student was found guilty of murdering her housemate.By RACHEL DONADIO
- Protesters in Rome Denounce Berlusconi December 6, 2009Tens of thousands of protesters gathered in Rome to express their exasperation with Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi, who is on trial for corruption.By ELISABETTA POVOLEDO
- Grim Romanians Brighten Over a German Connection December 6, 2009The positive stereotypes Romanians associate with the German minority population have helped the mayor of a Romanian town in his rise to national stardom.By NICHOLAS KULISH
- Frustrated With West, Turks Revel in Empire Lost December 5, 2009“Ottomania,” nostalgia for the glorious history of the Ottoman empire, has seized Turkey, partly reacting to the European Union’s seeming cold shoulder.By DAN BILEFSKY
- Europe’s Foreign Policy Guide Passes His Compass December 1, 2009Javier Solana, who built the institutions of a European Union foreign service as its policy chief, will yield Tuesday to a less experienced figure.By STEVEN ERLANGER
- Arles Journal: A Museum Hails Caesar, Even if Some Antiquarians Don’t Agree November 30, 2009A marble bust dredged up from the Rhône River is thought to be the only known surviving statue of Julius Caesar carved during his lifetime, though some question its authenticity.By MAÏA DE LA BAUME
- Seeking to Set an Example on the Climate Express December 7, 2009The Climate Express train brought 400 environmental activists, business leaders and government officials to the world climate summit in Copenhagen.By JAMES KANTER
- Toll Stirs Anger in Russian Nightclub Fire December 6, 2009Blazes in apartment buildings, clubs and health centers in Russia regularly cause heavy losses.By CLIFFORD J. LEVY
- Essay: The Usual Suspects: Fixers’ Actions and FIFA’s Inaction December 5, 2009FIFA’s inaction has allowed fixing to flourish. Soccer’s governing body must increase its security operation and provide a way to report corruption.By DECLAN HILL
- Fire Sweeps Through Club in Russia, Killing 100 December 5, 2009A fire, apparently caused by an indoor pyrotechnical display, roared through a crowded nightclub in the Russian city of Perm, the local media reported.By CLIFFORD J. LEVY
- NATO Pledges 7,000 Troops, but Avoids Details December 5, 2009In response to requests from the U.S., the alliance said on Friday that it would contribute new forces to Afghanistan.By MARK LANDLER
- U.S. and Russia Miss Treaty Deadline December 5, 2009They pledged that they would generally abide by the old arms treaty while they continue talks.By CLIFFORD J. LEVY
- As Climate Meeting Starts, a Revival of Skepticism December 7, 2009
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- Amaechi Orders Road Contractors To Utilise Dry Season .... Takes Wife On Project Inspection December 6, 2009Contracting firms handling road projects in Rivers State have been directed to expedite action on road jobs by taking advantage of the current dry season and finish all the earth work on their project sites. Governor Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, who gave the directive today during an unscheduled inspection of some on-going projects in the state, assured the cont […]sumeet@horizonwebservices.com (Administrator)
- Amaechi Vows To Continue Sponsorship Of Pilgrimage December 5, 2009Rivers State Governor Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi said the present government would continue to support Christian Pilgrims to embark on holy pilgrimage to the Holy land in fulfillment of his promise to show gratitude to God for answering prayers to make him governor. Governor Amaechi gave the assurance, Friday, when the federal government delegation on […]sumeet@horizonwebservices.com (Administrator)
- RSG Announces 112 As State Emergency Number December 4, 2009The Rivers State Government has released a three digit emergency number to be used for all forms of distress calls across all telecommunication networks operational in the state. The Secretary to the Rivers State Government Mr Magnus Ngei Abe, stated this last night during the Service of Songs in honour of late Hon. Charles Achor Nsiegbe at his residence in […]sumeet@horizonwebservices.com (Administrator)
- RSG To Partner With Korean Investors On Development Of Greater PHC December 4, 2009The Rivers State Government has assured South Korean investors of its readiness to partner with them in the development of the new Greater Port Harcourt Authority. Governor Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi gave the assurance today when he received a delegation of South Korean businessmen led by the Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Chief Ufot Ekaete at Government Hous […]sumeet@horizonwebservices.com (Administrator)
- ESI, NAPEP To Tackle Poverty In Rivers State December 4, 2009The National Poverty Eradication Programme (NAPEP) is to partner with the Empowerment Support Initiative (ESI) a non-governmental organization to tackle poverty in rural communities in Rivers State. State coordinator of NAPEP in Rivers State Dr Innocent Barikor stated this during his visit to Government House to confer the mother of cope programme and collab […]sumeet@horizonwebservices.com (Administrator)
- Mrs. Amaechi To Engage Skilled Physically Challenged Persons December 4, 2009Wife of the Rivers State Governor Judith Amaechi has pledged her determination to employ physically challenged persons who have requisite skills in the ESI entrepreneurial centres. Mrs Amaechi stated this Thursday during the International Day for persons living with disability in Port Harcourt. She said that the Empowerment Support Initiative is founded to c […]sumeet@horizonwebservices.com (Administrator)
- Late Charles Nsiegbe, A Dependable Political Associate ... Amaechi December 4, 2009Rivers State Governor, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi has described late Hon Charles Achor Nsiegbe as a dependable political associate whose demise is too painful to accept. Governor Amaechi made the remark today at the funeral service in honour of late Hon Charles Achor Nsiegbe at St. Thomas Anglican Church, Port Harcourt. The governor, who narrated the m […]sumeet@horizonwebservices.com (Administrator)
- Poverty, Illiteracy Bane Of HIV/AIDS Crusade In Rural Communities December 3, 2009Wife of the Rivers State Governor Judith Amaechi has attributed the growing population of HIV/AIDS victims in the rural communities to poverty and lack of enlightenment campaign. Amaechi stated this during the 2009 world AIDS day at Omoku in Ogba, Egbema Ndoni Council areas. The governor’s wife said the prevalence rate of AIDS has witnessed paradigm shift fr […]sumeet@horizonwebservices.com (Administrator)
- RSG Partners FG On Technology Institute ... Insists On Adequate Funding December 3, 2009The Rivers State Government has expressed its willingness to partner with the Federal Government on the management of the proposed National Institute of Technology (NIT), Bonny Island in Bonny Local Government Area of the state. Governor Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, who gave the assurance in Bonny yesterday during an unscheduled inspection to the institute, disc […]sumeet@horizonwebservices.com (Administrator)
- Mrs. Amaechi Launches Rivers NAWOCA December 3, 2009As part of effort to combat the spread of HIV/AIDS in the rural communities and consolidate the activities of civil society groups in the crusade against the disease, wife of the Rivers State Governor will on Monday launch the Rivers State Chapter of the national women coalition against AIDS, (NAWOCA). NAWOCA which was launched last August is a brain child o […]sumeet@horizonwebservices.com (Administrator)
- Amaechi Orders Road Contractors To Utilise Dry Season .... Takes Wife On Project Inspection December 6, 2009
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- Glo’s Broad Access berings back fixed line telephony? December 7, 2009With the introduction of Broad Access, Glo has brought fixed line telephony back to glory”, he said. What these statements meant was that the government knew that a lot of relief would come the way of Nigerians if the traditional fixed line telephony resurfaces. The government also knew all the while that a large chunk of the economy was going down the drain […]alexsamade
- 27 convicted soldiers: Army releases record of proceedings December 6, 2009By Ola Ajayi IBADAN—The military has released the record of proceedings to enable counsels to the 27 convicted soldiers appeal the seven years imprisonment imposed on them by the army authorities. This was disclosed by one of the counsels to the convicted soldiers, Mr. Peters Ike Adonu, while speaking with newsmen in Ibadan weekend. A court martial in [...] […]johnabayomi
- Ondo: LP wins by-election as police quiz lawmakers December 6, 2009By Dayo Johnson AKURE—AS controversy continues to trail weekend quizzing of the National Assembly members over alleged electoral malpractices during the Akoko South West/South East Federal election in Ondo State, the Labour Party (LP) candidate, Debo Ologunagba has been declared winner of the election. The National Assembly members denied outrightly that the […]johnabayomi
- June 12: Tofa, not Abiola, target of annulment, by Enahoro December 6, 2009The June 12, 1993 annulment of the presidential election that provoked widespread protests and has continued to arouse controversy at its anniversary was not the hasty decision to deny Chief M.K.O. Abiola his perceived victory that it seemed. It was a plot laid prior to the election to keep General Ibrahim Babangida in power. Author, publisher [...]johnabayomi
- Gambari challenges Nigerian leaders on free, fair elections December 6, 2009By Umar Yusuf Yola — The Under Secretary General and Special Adviser to the United Nations Secretary General, Professor Ibrahim Gambari, has told Nigerian leaders that the task of nation building never ends and every serious nation must continue to replenish the basis of its institutions, economy and collective will. He challenged political leaders to ensure […]johnabayomi
- FG to remove unserviceable aircraft from airport Dec 31 December 6, 2009By Kenneth Ehigiator The Federal Government has given owners of unserviceable aircraft at the nation’s airports up to December 31 to remove them or face sanction. This comes as the government assured that no staff of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) would lose his job in the event of the concessioning of four international airports [...]johnabayomi
- NUJ to shut newspaper houses for non-payment of salaries December 6, 2009By Dayo Johnson AKURE—THE Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) yesterday threatened to seal-off Newspaper Houses whose owners failed to pay salaries of workers as at when due. President of the NUJ, Mallam Garba Mohammed, who said in a statement at the end of a four-day National Executive Council (NEC) meeting of the union, expressed concern that many [...] […]johnabayomi
- Iyanam heads Globacom’s special projects unit December 6, 2009Telecommunications giant, Globacom has appointed marketing communications specialist, Okon Iyanam who recently returned to the company as Head, Special Projects in the Communications Department. A very reliable source close to the telecommunications giant confirmed that Iyanam did not return to Globacom as Executive Director, Marketing Communications as spec […]johnabayomi
- Anti-Yar’Adua forces corrupt, says family December 6, 2009A member of the extended family of President Umaru Yar’Adua, Hajia Binta Kuraje, yesterday rose in strong defence of her brother, for the first time, describing those calling for the resignation of the ailing President as corrupt. Speaking on behalf of the family, in Kaduna, she lashed at the anti-Yar'Adua forces, explaining that they were opposed to th […]alexsamade
- Nigerians should ensure their votes count — Akeredolu December 6, 2009By Kolade Larewaju ABEOKUTA –THE President of Nigeria Bar Association, (NBA) Mr. Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu weekend, said no amount of electoral reform or judiciary system could give Nigeria free and fair elections, if Nigerians themselves refused to take practical steps to ensure that their votes count. The NBA boss who spoke as a guest lecturer at “Sany […]johnabayomi
- Akingbola gives conditions for home-coming December 6, 2009Dr. Erastus Akingbola, the estranged former Managing Director of Intercontinental Bank Plc, weekend, said he was never in hiding and that he was prepared to come home once the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, and other law enforcement agencies’ hounding him, assures him of his personal safety and that of his family.alexsamade
- Mgt raises alarm over Ajaokuta steel coy December 6, 2009By Luka Binniyat ABUJA—The Interim Management Committee (IMC) which oversees the Ajaokuta Steel Company Limited (ASCL) and the Nigerian Iron Ore Mining Company (NIOMCO), Itapke, has written the House of Representatives warning that the two companies are very vulnerable to vandals and thieves as government has neglected funding the security of the two troub […]johnabayomi
- Ministry, agencies defend N240bn education budget December 6, 2009By Emmanuel Aziken ABUJA—Federal universities and agencies of the Federal Ministry of Education at the weekend defended, before the Senate Committee on Education, how they intend to utilize the N249 billion allocated to the education sector in 2010. The defence came amidst protest by the Chairman of the Senate committee on Education, Senator Joy Emodi, about […]johnabayomi
- Ex-Minister calls for Yar’Adua’s resignation December 6, 2009By Isiaka Oyibo Kogi — AS anxieties Continues to grips Nigerians over the health condition of President Umaru Yar’Adua and his ability to perform the responsibilities of his office, former Minister for National Planning, Chief Silas Daniyan, has added his voice to calls for his immediate resignation or better still hand over the baton of governance [...] […]johnabayomi
- Bad reporting, bane of foreign investment in Nigeria — NIPC December 6, 2009By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA—The Nigeria Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC) has underscored bad reportage on Nigeria , as a key factor, that scares potential foreign investors away from choosing Nigeria as their investment base in Africa. The Director Investors Relations, NIPC, Hajia Ladi Katagun, who stated this while briefing newsmen about the forthcomi […]johnabayomi
- Ibibio Ibom endorses Akpabio for 2nd term December 6, 2009Ibiono Ibom people of Akwa Ibom State have endorsed the state governor, Obong Godswill Akpabio, for a second term in office, even as Chairman, Rules and Business Committee in the House of Representatives, Mr. Ita Enang, said Ibiono Ibom people have had its share of dividends of democracy under the Akapio administration.alexsamade
- Judgement on Mobil vs Uwemedimo for tomorrow December 6, 2009The Court of Appeal siting in Calabar, Cross Rivers State, will tomorrow deliver judgement in a suit instituted against Mobil Producing Nigeria, concer-ning alleged infringement on royalty rights of a businessman, Professor Clement Uwemedimo.alexsamade
- Benue CNPP chairman asks Yar’Adua to resign December 6, 2009By Peter Duru MAKURDI — As the failing health of President Umaru Yar’Adua continues to generate comments and reactions amongst Nigerians, Chairman of the Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) in Benue State, Mr. Baba Agan, has urged the President to throw in the towel and seek proper attention for his health condition. Again who spoke to [...]johnabayomi
- Hospitals offer HIV/AIDS service under SPDC’s NiDAR project December 6, 2009Five hospitals in Abia, Rivers, Delta, Edo and Bayelsa states are providing high quality HIV/AIDS services under the Niger Delta AIDS Response (NiDAR) project initiated by Shell Petroleum Develop-ment Company (SPDC).alexsamade
- Unity Bank set to raise N70bn public offer on integrity December 6, 2009By Omoh Gabriel, Business Editor Unity Bank Plc has said it will, in the first quarter of 2010, approach the investing public with an offer for subscription in a bid to raise N70 billion to shore up its capital to meet the Central Bank of Nigeria’s deadline of June 2010 to recaptalise. The bank has already [...]johnabayomi
- Glo’s Broad Access berings back fixed line telephony? December 7, 2009
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