Friday 31 January 2014

Amanda Knox vows to fight murder conviction, won't 'go willingly' to Italy



Amanda Knox vows to fight murder conviction, won't 'go willingly' to Italy



Amanda Knox: I'm going to fight this


Florence, Italy (CNN) -- Amanda Knox vowed Friday to fight her conviction for the murder of British student Meredith Kercher "until the very end" and said she "will never go willingly" back to Italy.
Speaking on ABC's "Good Morning America," Knox said news of the guilty verdict Thursday "really has hit me like a train."
"I did not expect this to happen. I really expected so much better from the Italian justice system," she said. "They found me innocent before. How can they say that it's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt?"
An appeals court found Knox and her former boyfriend, Raffaele Sollecito, guilty of murder in the Italian city of Florence after a retrial.

Askaround brings you a list of all deadlineday transfers sofar live from skysports

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PREMIER LEAGUE
Kim Kallstrom: Spartak Moscow to Arsenal (loan)
Dani Osvaldo: Southampton to Juventus (loan)
Liam Bridcutt: Brighton to Sunderland (undisclosed)
Fabio: Manchester United to Cardiff City (undisclosed)
Jay Fulton: Falkirk to Swansea (undisclosed)

Transfer news: Spartak Moscow's Kim Kallstrom joins Arsenal on loan Baba Ijebu has done it

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Kim Kallstrom: Identified as short-term midfield cover
Arsenal have confirmed that they have signed Kim Kallstrom on loan from Spartak Moscow for the remainder of the season.
The Sweden midfielder emerged as a surprise target for Arsene Wenger early on deadline-day, and the deal was finalised well in advance of the 11pm cut-off.
The 31-year-old has more than 100 international caps and was part of the Lyon squad which reached the Champions League semi-finals in 2010.

Femi Kuti outshines peers despite loss at Grammy


 
Femi, Kaka, Honey B and Paul Play

Femi Kuti’s progress at the Grammy Awards puts him ahead of other Nigerian artistes taking after their father’s trade, Jayne Augoye writes
During the build-up to the 56th annual Grammy Award ceremony which held on Sunday at the Staples Centre, in Los Angeles, United States, a good number of Nigerians were optimistic that one of their own, Femi Kuti, would bring home the crown.

Mourinho concedes defeat to City before clash

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Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho feels Manchester City are favourites for Monday’s Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium.
While Mourinho saw his side draw 0-0 with West Ham on Wednesday, City moved top of the table thanks to a 5-1 victory over Tottenham at White Hart Lane.
Manuel Pellegrini’s free-scoring side are now a point ahead of Arsenal and three clear of third-placed Chelsea.

Transfer news: Chelsea confirm signing of Kurt Zouma from Saint-Etienne

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Kurt Zouma: Signs for Chelsea                   
Chelsea have confirmed the signing of teenage defender Kurt Zouma from Saint-Etienne.
Zouma joins the Blues on a five-and-a-half year deal, but will go straight back to the French club on loan for the rest of the campaign - and he may also go back there next season.
The fee is undisclosed but is reportedly in the region on £12million.

Transfer news: Arsene Wenger confident of signing but rules out Julian Draxler

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Arsene Wenger: Short of midfield options
Arsene Wenger is "80%" certain of making a deadline-day signing - but it will not be Schalke's Julian Draxler.
The Arsenal manager has seen his midfield options dwindle significantly in recent days following Mathieu Flamini's red card at Southampton and injury setbacks for Aaron Ramsey and Jack Wilshere

Actress Thelma O'khaz considering a nose job

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 After bleaching all the melanin In her body finish. My Sister thelma is considering going under the needle for a nose job o. Wish her Goodluck

Shakira and Rihanna elease "cant forget to remember you" video. [WATCH]

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Shakira and Rihanna have unveiled the video for their single 'Can’t Remember to Forget You,' and when two of the world's sexiest women collaborate, what do you expect? Skimpy outfits, naked embrace, dramatic hair flips and a near-kiss

Cocky' Justin Bieber tested positive for pot, Xanax, police doctors say

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Justin Bieber had<a href='http://www.cnn.com/2013/11/08/showbiz/music/justin-bieber-2013/index.html'> a rough 2013</a>, and now 2014 doesn't appear to be shaping up much better. <a href='http://www.cnn.com/2014/01/29/showbiz/justin-bieber-toronto-arrest/index.html'>Bieber turned himself in</a> at a Toronto police station on January 29, facing an assault charge stemming from an encounter with a limousine driver in December. It's just the latest development in a series of troubles for the pop star. Justin Bieber had a rough 2013, and now 2014 doesn't appear to be shaping up much better. Bieber turned himself in at a Toronto police station on January 29, facing an assault charge stemming from an encounter with a limousine driver in December. It's just the latest development in a series of troubles for the pop star.

Transfer news: Schalke insist Arsenal target Julian Draxler is staying for the season

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Julian Draxler: Linked with Arsenal

Schalke chief Horst Heldt insists that Arsenal target Julian Draxler is staying with the club for the rest of the season and 'probably' beyond.
Arsenal have been looking into sealing a move for the highly-rated German international.
But whilst the Gunners are continuing to pursue him, Schalke have insisted that he will be staying put.
"I am very sure that Julian will play in the second half for us - and probably beyond," sporting director Heldt said on Thursday.

Wednesday 29 January 2014

Juan Mata makes winning Man Utd start as Arsenal stumble

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Mata celebrates as Robin van Persie gives Manchester United the lead just six minutes into the Spaniard's debut.
Mata celebrates as Robin van Persie gives Manchester United the lead just six minutes into the Spaniard's debut.

(CNN) -- Manchester United's record signing Juan Mata made a winning start to his Old Trafford career on a night when Arsenal's Premier League ambitions encountered a setback.
The Spaniard played 85 minutes of United's 2-0 victory over Cardiff City before being substituted to a standing ovation following a promising debut.

Grammy Awards 2014: The Ugly The Uglier The Ugliest

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Grammy Awards 2014: The Ugly The Ugly and The UGULAYYY
Hey fashionistas, If I did not know better I would have thought the motto of the 2014 grammy’s was celebrate music and murder fashion.

Do you love travelling? :-Top cities for international tourists are ...

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</br><strong>Growth: 3.3% </strong><!-- -->
</br>Along with the Louvre and Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower tops Paris to-do lists. Visitors: 9.8 million
Growth: 3.3%
Along with the Louvre and Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower tops Paris to-do lists.

AC Milan striker Mario Balotelli would work with Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho again

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Mario Balotelli: Says it's never boring playing under Jose Mourinho
The former Manchester City striker had a stormy relationship with the Portuguese manager when they worked together at Inter Milan.
And after leaving the Etihad in a £20million deal a year ago to join the Serie A club, the 23-year-old has now admitted that if were to make a dramatic return to the Premier League, his choice of destination would be City.

The art of living: Abu Dhabi adds cultural big-hitters to Saadiyat island project

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UAE island rises from sand


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Kanye West Pays N41million To Teenager Whom He beat up To Avoid Court Case

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Kanye West Pays N41million To Teenager Who Abused Kim Kardashian To Avoid Court Case
After running down and hitting an 18-year old boy who had insulted Kim Kardashian with racial slurs, Kanye West has paid him $250,000 to avoid the case going to court.

Transfer news: Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger may have to bring in new players

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Eyin On The Beat! Ronaldinho Makes Music Debut With 2014 World Cup Song [VIDEO]

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Eyin On The Beat! Ronaldinho Makes Music Debut With 2014 World Cup Song [VIDEO]

Tuesday 28 January 2014

Li Na: Can Chinese star usurp Maria Sharapova on sport's rich list?


Li Na claimed her second grand slam title when she won the 2014 Australian Open. The $2.4 million first prize added to her considerable wealth, and the success could increase her list of endorsement deals. Li Na claimed her second grand slam title when she won the 2014 Australian Open. The $2.4 million first prize added to her considerable wealth, and the success could increase her list of endorsement deals.

Grammy Awards attracted $28.5 million

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<strong>Best rap/sung collaboration: </strong>"Holy Grail" by Jay-Z featuring Justin Timberlake Best rap/sung collaboration: "Holy Grail" by Jay-Z featuring Justin Timberlake (CNN) -- Maybe it was Beyonce, or maybe it was the Beatles. (Actually, it was probably both.) The Grammy Awards attracted 28.5 million viewers to CBS on Sunday night, which is essentially a modern-day record for the annual music awards show.

Indian soldier accused of sexually assaulting 14-month-old

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The race for who should replace Governor Babatunde Fashola of Lagos State come 2015 is about to get very interesting as Mrs Dupe Onitiri-Abiola, one of the wives of late Chief MKO Abiola, has announced her bid to contest the governorship seat in Lagos State in the next general elections.
Mrs Onitiri-Abiola while making her governorship ambition known, says she now has “all the formula to solve unemployment, electricity and education problems plaguing Lagos state”.
The woman who appears to be serious with her move, has not revealed the political party she would contest on. She is still studying the existing parties and would make her choice known by February 2014.
Will Lagosians vote for Onitiri-Abiola? I guess only time will tell.
- See more at: http://www.naijalatestnews.com/mko-abiolas-wife-declares-for-governorship-in-lagos/#sthash.RyYAZzrG.dpuf


Indian Aam Admi Party (AAP) activists protest against the gang rape and murder of a teenager in Kolkata on January 5, 2014.
Indian Aam Admi Party (AAP) activists protest against the gang rape and murder of a teenager in Kolkata on January 5, 2014.
New Delhi (CNN) -- An Indian army corporal suspected of sexually assaulting a 14-month-old girl over the weekend has been taken into custody, Bangalore police said.
Village head in India ordered rape?
Cpl. Naik Dharamveer, 32, was arrested based on a complaint filed by the baby's parents, who had left the child in his care.
Doctors have conducted a medical exam on the girl, and police are waiting for their report.
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The race for who should replace Governor Babatunde Fashola of Lagos State come 2015 is about to get very interesting as Mrs Dupe Onitiri-Abiola, one of the wives of late Chief MKO Abiola, has announced her bid to contest the governorship seat in Lagos State in the next general elections.
Mrs Onitiri-Abiola while making her governorship ambition known, says she now has “all the formula to solve unemployment, electricity and education problems plaguing Lagos state”.
The woman who appears to be serious with her move, has not revealed the political party she would contest on. She is still studying the existing parties and would make her choice known by February 2014.
Will Lagosians vote for Onitiri-Abiola? I guess only time will tell.
- See more at: http://www.naijalatestnews.com/mko-abiolas-wife-declares-for-governorship-in-lagos/#sthash.RyYAZzrG.dpuf
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The race for who should replace Governor Babatunde Fashola of Lagos State come 2015 is about to get very interesting as Mrs Dupe Onitiri-Abiola, one of the wives of late Chief MKO Abiola, has announced her bid to contest the governorship seat in Lagos State in the next general elections.
Mrs Onitiri-Abiola while making her governorship ambition known, says she now has “all the formula to solve unemployment, electricity and education problems plaguing Lagos state”.
The woman who appears to be serious with her move, has not revealed the political party she would contest on. She is still studying the existing parties and would make her choice known by February 2014.
Will Lagosians vote for Onitiri-Abiola? I guess only time will tell.
- See more at: http://www.naijalatestnews.com/mko-abiolas-wife-declares-for-governorship-in-lagos/#sthash.RyYAZzrG.dpuf
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The race for who should replace Governor Babatunde Fashola of Lagos State come 2015 is about to get very interesting as Mrs Dupe Onitiri-Abiola, one of the wives of late Chief MKO Abiola, has announced her bid to contest the governorship seat in Lagos State in the next general elections.
Mrs Onitiri-Abiola while making her governorship ambition known, says she now has “all the formula to solve unemployment, electricity and education problems plaguing Lagos state”.
The woman who appears to be serious with her move, has not revealed the political party she would contest on. She is still studying the existing parties and would make her choice known by February 2014.
Will Lagosians vote for Onitiri-Abiola? I guess only time will tell.
- See more at: http://www.naijalatestnews.com/mko-abiolas-wife-declares-for-governorship-in-lagos/#sthash.RyYAZzrG.dpuf

Royal Recession: Queen Elizabeth II Going Broke, Left With Just 1 Million Pounds

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Royal Recession: Queen Elizabeth II Going Broke, Left With Just 1 Million Pounds
Owu breeze no send social status.
This is evident following reports that the head monarch of the United Kingdom, Queen Elizabeth II is going broke.

nice pic of Peter Okoye and daughter, Aliona

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A cute pic of Peter Okoye looking after his daughter while mum shops. See another photo of Aliona with both her parents after the cut...



Nollywood Actress Thelma O’Kaz Is Bleached To A Pulp!..What A Pity!

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This is Nollywood actress Thelma O’ Kaz………
Just in case you think she is played the role of a ghost in the picture on the right..you are dead wrong.
Thelma in less than one year changed skin from left to right appearing brighter than ten peoples future put together.
Thelma you used to be so beautiful,RIP to your former skin,i hope you are happy?To look into the mirror and see the woman who used to be you?
It is well.
- See more at: http://www.naijalatestnews.com/nollywood-actress-thelma-okaz-is-bleached-to-a-pulp-what-a-pity/#sthash.2zNMxGHk.dpuf
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This is Nollywood actress Thelma O’ Kaz………
Just in case you think she is played the role of a ghost in the picture on the right..you are dead wrong.
Thelma in less than one year changed skin from left to right appearing brighter than ten peoples future put together.
Thelma you used to be so beautiful,RIP to your former skin,i hope you are happy?To look into the mirror and see the woman who used to be you?
It is well.
- See more at: http://www.naijalatestnews.com/nollywood-actress-thelma-okaz-is-bleached-to-a-pulp-what-a-pity/#sthash.2zNMxGHk.dpuf
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This is Nollywood actress Thelma O’ Kaz………
Just in case you think she is played the role of a ghost in the picture on the right..you are dead wrong.
Thelma in less than one year changed skin from left to right appearing brighter than ten peoples future put together.
Thelma you used to be so beautiful,RIP to your former skin,i hope you are happy?To look into the mirror and see the woman who used to be you?
It is well.
- See more at: http://www.naijalatestnews.com/nollywood-actress-thelma-okaz-is-bleached-to-a-pulp-what-a-pity/#sthash.2zNMxGHk.dpuf

Trending Movies Now in Cinemas


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12 Years a Slave NEW RELEASE
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In the antebellum United States, Solomon Northup, a free black man from upstate New York, is abducted and sold into slavery.

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EMPIRE STATE
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A drama centered on two childhood friends who plan to rob an armored car depository, and the NYPD officer who stands in their way.

Starring: Liam Hemsworth, Michael Angarano, Dwayne Johnson
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FA Cup: Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho welcomes chance to face Manchester City

Jose Mourinho had no problem with being drawn against Manchester City in the fifth round of the FA Cup after seeing his Chelsea side beat Stoke City.
 
Jose Mourinho: Believes the pressure will be on Manchester City

The Blues sealed their place in the last 16 thanks to Oscar's fabulous free-kick in a 1-0 win over the Potters,

FA Cup: Victor Moses determined to use goal to force his way into Liverpool side

Victor Moses hopes his goal in the 2-0 FA Cup fourth-round win over Bournemouth can help kick-start his Liverpool career.
 
Victor Moses: Put Liverpool ahead at Dean Court

Moses, who is on-loan from Chelsea, had not scored for Brendan Rodgers' side since the 2-2 draw with Swansea in September having found opportunities at Anfield just as hard as at his parent club.
But he is determined to capitalise on a promising display on the south coast and force his way into Rodgers' thinking for Premier League duties.

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"It was really important," he said. "I know I haven't been myself for the past few weeks but I just want to kick on from here and try to get a few more goals in the second half of the season. It's crucial for me and the club as well.
"We knew it wasn't going to be an easy game for us. They were a good side. But we came here to make it difficult for them, and we got the early goal.
"In the second half, we came out with more belief in the talent that we've got. We got the second goal and that was game over for them.
"It's up to the manager to pick his own players. I just want to keep on working hard in training and hopefully play as many games as I can."

Premier League: Juan Mata debut offers boost to Manchester United ahead of Cardiff clash


Juan Mata: Welcome boost for United
 Juan Mata looks set to make his Manchester United debut against Cardiff tonight - and the club's fans will be hoping it marks an improvement in fortunes in a dispiriting season.nited were pipped to a place in the Capital One Cup final and a showdown with rivals Manchester City as a result of their pitiful penalty shootout performance against Sunderland.
Add to that a third round exit at home to Swansea in the FA Cup and there has not been much to cheer for the United faithful.
But Mata's arrival from Chelsea for £37.1m has offered a boost to both

Regent university denies boy caught with Indian hemp @ MMA1 says "he is not our student"

Michelle Williams embarrased by Beyonce's new 'raunchy' album

Beyonce's sexually charged new album is a bit much for her Destiny's Child band-mate Michelle Williams. Michelle says Beyonce's songs 'Drunk in Love', 'Blow' and 'Rocket' are quite explicit and somewhat embarrassing to her, stating that the songstress should have kept some things private.

Grammy winner Macklemore says Kendrick Lamar was robbed

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis were nominated for 7 Grammy Awards last night and won 4 - Best New Artist, Best Rap Song, Best Rap Performance and beat Jay Z, Kanye West, Drake & Kendrick Lamar for Best Rap Album.