Chris Brown released on $250k bail, Lawyer insists the allegations are false

Chris Brown

Singer Chris Brown was arrested on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon after a guest at his Los Angeles residence, Baylee Curran, called for help from the police around 3 a.m. on Tuesday morning. 

According to Curran, he pointed a gun at her face after he became angry when she complimented another man's diamond necklace. A search warrant was obtained by the police and after a nearly 14-hour standoff, he was taken into custody.

Nigerians react after CNN omitted 'Nigeria' In Mark Zuckerberg's visit report on Twitter

CNN Africa reported Mark Zuckerberg's visit to Nigeria without mentioning he was here. They only said 'Mark Zuckerberg makes first-ever visit to Sub-Saharan Africa and shared the news on their twitter page. 

Well Nigerians didn't like the fact that they omitted 'Nigeria' and attacked CNN for its reportage. More tweets after the cut...

Frankfurt airport evacuated due to bomb Scare

German police have evacuated two terminals at Frankfurt Airport this morning amid a bomb alert.

Passengers have been ordered to leave terminals A and A+ 'immediately' amid reports a man ran through security gates without completing security checks and then escaped into the crowd.

Officials at the airport wrote on Twitter confirmed a person had breached the security without undergoing required searches.

I dont have any personal problem with Mourhino - Bastian Schweinsteiger

Bastian Schweinsteiger has told José Mourinho he could still help Manchester United if given a chance though the midfielder insisted there is “no problem” with the manager despite being excluded from the first-team squad.

The German will retire from international football following Wednesday’s friendly with Finland at Borussia Park, Mönchengladbach. 

Yet the 32-year-old believes he can still play at the highest level despite being demoted by Mourinho and informed he should train with the younger players.

King Mswati III donates two virgin maidens to President Ian Khama

Africa’s most decorated bachelor and Botswana’s  President, Ian Khama left the Swazi Reed dance a very happy man after he was ‘awarded’ with not one but a hefty two vir_gins to courier back to Botswana.

President Ian Khama was at the Umhlanga Reed Dance in Swaziland with King Mswati III together with president of South Africa, Jacob Zuma, Namibia’s Hage Geingob and Mozambique’s Felipe Nyusi.

They witnessed over 90,000 topless vir_gins (according to local media reports) in an annual cultural ceremony held at Swazi’s royal residence.

Malawian ex-minister jailed for 13 years for murder conspiracy

The High Court in Malawi's capital, Lilongwe, has sentenced former Justice Minister Raphael Kasambara to 13 years imprisonment with hard labour for conspiring to murder a former budget director in the Ministry of Finance, Paul Mphwiyo. 

In 2013, Mr Mphwiyo survived being shot outside the gate of his residence in Lilongwe.

Facebook Founder Mark Zuckerberg is in Nigeria

Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg has arrived in Nigeria for a business research trip. This is Mark's maiden trip to the continent.

According to a press release from his company:

Zuckerberg is in Nigeria to listen and learn and take ideas back to California on how Facebook can better support tech development and entrepreneurship across Africa." He first visited a technology hub in Lagos called CC Hub.

Jah Prayzah feat. Diamond Platinumz video hits 1million views on Youtube in 2 weeks

'Racist school hair rules' suspended at SA's Pretoria Girls High

Rules over how female students wear their hair at a South African high school have been suspended after anti-racism protests from black pupils, a local minister says.

Pupils at Pretoria Girls High say staff often tell them to straighten their hair and they are not allowed afros. School rules would be suspended while an independent investigation takes place into the allegations, Gauteng province's education minister said.

The school has not commented.

Its code of conduct has a detailed list of rules about hair, but does not specifically mention the afro hairstyle. 

Photos of the schoolgirls' protest went viral over the weekend and have sparked a national debate on race, with the hashtag #StopRacismAtPretoriaGirlsHigh used more than 150,000 times on Twitter.

Prominent Church Founder in trouble after drugging married woman,raping her

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Amazing Grace Ministries founder, Apostle Clarkson Kutsakatika was arrested on allegations of drugging his female congregant before raping her.

The victim, who has since lodged her complaint at Chitungwiza Police Station under case No. RRB 545/8/16, alleges that the man of cloth raped her at their church premise in the car.

“He sent me a WhatsApp message at 6:00 pm and he said he wanted to see my baby, who was not feeling well.

“I agreed because I thought he was going to come around 7 o’clock but to my surprise he then sent me a message at 9:30 saying he was at the gate.

Zimbabweans warned against investing money in Global Pyramid Scheme MMM

Sergei Panteleevich Mavrodi, founder of Mavrodi Mondial Moneybox (MMM)

Social financial network MMM Global Zimbabwe is a fraudulent investment scheme and people have no legal recourse if they lose their money, the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe has warned.

The online investment pyramid scheme, effectively a Ponzi scheme relying on an accelerating number of new members to pay off the old, is simply referred to as Triple M and has in the past months seen thousands of Zimbabweans joining in a bid “to get rich quickly”.

There are now reports that thousands of Zimbabweans who joined the scheme have been put on hold until September 15 and cannot do any transactions. In any case, the affected members have nowhere to claim back their investments.

Beyonce's daughter Blue Ivy's dress at the VMAs cost nearly $11,000

Beyoncé 's 4-year-old daughter Blue Ivy walked the red carpet at the 2016 MTV VMAs in New York City, wearing a Mischka Aoki's $10,950 "Grande Royalle" dress that featured a laser-cut bodice and intricate 3-D gold metallic appliqué. 

The dress was paired diamond tiara by Lorraine Schwartz and high top sneakers by Giuseppe Zanotti.

'I am going through a tough time' - Prophet Magaya

Prophet Magaya

Prophet Walter Magaya says he is going through a tough time following his arrest.

He told his congregants on Wednesday that he will not speak much during his church services as he is going through a difficult time. 

“Today I will pray for you, on Friday I will pray for you and on Sunday I will also do likewise. I will lay hands on each and everyone who will attend the service, musandinzwire tsitsi I am doing my job,” he said.

Bindura MP buys a plane

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The MP for Bindura North, Kenneth Musanhi, has splashed close to $890 000 on a plane.

He bought the aircraft at an auction in Harare. The legislator confirmed buying the 12-seater Cessna 208 Caravan which once belonged to Mbada Diamonds. 

The diamond company lost the plane after its creditor — Pungwe Mining — won a High Court order to recover a debt.

Prophet Makandiwa supports introduction of Bond Notes

Prophet Makandiwa

Prophet Emmanuel Makandiwa, leader of the United Family International Church (UFIC), has backed bond notes that are set to be introduced in October, saying every country should have its own form of trading tool. 

Addressing thousands of people during this year’s edition of Judgment Night 4, Prophet Makandiwa said people cannot claim to be blessed when they are only using the United States dollar, a foreign currency.

“Some people requested to hear my view on bond notes and I told them that we should use our own currency for God to bless us,” he said. The charismatic prophet also said Africans should not depend on foreign investors, rather they should exploit Africa’s natural resources.

I will stand by my husband - Mai Magaya

Mai Magaya

Prophet Walter Magaya’s wife, Tendai says she fully stands behind her man. She took to the stage and chanted some Zimdancehall vibes to drive home her point.

Mai Magayai chanted Winky D’s “Zviri Kufaya” with the church’s praise and worship team backing her. “Kana vakavenga, ngavavenge zvavo; Kana vakatuka, ngavatuke zvavo; Life yangu iri kufaya ,” she sang. And then came Killer T’s “Takangodaro”. “Takangodaro, takazvarwa takangodaro; Hatiregere kuita hunhu hweghetto,” she sang to wild applause.

“I have never done what I did today, thank you so much. I want to tell you that I love you all, Amen, with all the negativity being spoken outside, Amen. But I want to tell you is that you don’t fight against flesh and blood, our fight is against the devil.

Dont be too reliant on Prophets, focus on Jesus Christ - Minister Walter Muzembi

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Tourism Minister, Walter Mzembi says Zimbabweans should stop being dependent on prophets but stick to the Bible.

“There’s nothing new on earth. Fellow citizens you now seem so dependent on prophets but the greatest prophesy is the Word itself – the Bible. But you people want to pay for prophesy, you want to hear it from man.”

“We’re in sixes and sevens today in Zimbabwe because of many of us who think they’re hearing from God, when in fact it’s the Devil calling! Use the right and legitimate exchange, Jesus Christ!”

“Bow down in prayer as the Bible supersedes all prophesy! Prophets come and go, the Word stays, even if its authors are gone, the Word stayed.” The minister was speaking in Gwanda at the gospel Music Festival.

'I am a form 3 drop out, by today am a Minister of State' - Chimene

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MANICALAND Provincial Affairs minister, Mandiitawei Chimene, has bragged that she has landed a ministerial post despite her being a Form Three dropout.

Speaking at the official opening of the Jibilika Dance Festival in Mutare on Friday, Chimene said: “I am here because I knew and pursued what or where I am best at. I went to Zamula for my primary and went to St Josephs for my secondary education up to Form Three, but I am now a Minister of State.”

She, however, could not disclose how she rose up the political ladder ahead of the academically gifted party members, but her critics claim it was through President Robert Mugabe and his wife First Lady Grace’s patronage system.

Prophets have the power to take life - Prophet Makandiwa

Prophet Makandiwa

Prophet Emmanuel Makandiwa has claimed that he has spiritual powers to kill. Prophet Makandiwa said this during his preaching at Judgment Night 4 dubbed ‘sentence’ held at Mount Hampden last week Friday claiming that Biblical prophets had the powers to kill and he has such powers as well. 

He said this narrating challenges he underwent from his birth.

“Our Judgment Nights are all about spiritual warfare and today we are here to sentence all evil spirits tormenting nations so as to receive their blessings,” said Prophet Makandiwa.

“Biblical prophets used to kill and I as well tell you that I have powers to kill those who try to disturb me in doing what God has anointed me to do. 

PICS: Meet Kenya Police Boss who has been in service for 30 years but cannot speak English

The National Police Service Commission (NPSC) vetting panel was left in shock on Wednesday after senior officers requested to be vetted in Swahili instead of English.

Senior Sergeants Aggrey Osore and Betty Rotich pleaded with the vetting panel to vet them in Swahili, citing difficulties in expressing themselves in English. 

Their request sparked laughter in the vetting hall with the members of the panel finding it hard to comprehend why such senior officers could not understand English.

A Donald Trump Victory may cause Global recession

Donald Trump

The election of Donald Trump as President of the United States could lead to chaos in markets and increased policy uncertainty that tip the world into recession, according to Citigroup Inc.

"A Trump victory in particular could prolong and perhaps exacerbate policy uncertainty and deliver a shock (though perhaps short-lived) to financial markets," writes a team led by Chief Economist Willem Buiter. "Tightening financial conditions and further rises in uncertainty could trigger a significant slowdown in U.S., but also global growth." Read Bloomberg

Another mega Demo planned for Friday next week - Opposition parties

Opposition political parties say they will reconvene and march again on Friday next week after today’s march was blocked by cops, resulting in violence in Harare. 

MDC leader, Morgan Tsvangirai say they do not condone violence but “violence begets violence.”

From rags to Richies - Diamond Platnumz

Tanzania’s richest artist Diamond Platnumz is among the true living testimonies of hard work and achievers who are familiar with the phrase ‘from grass to grace.’

Diamond Platnumz became famous after releasing ‘Mbagala’ hit song that left every tongue singing to the lyrics. Read more

Indian man carries his dead wife's body for 12Km after hospital refused to provide a vehicle

An Indian man had to carry his wife’s body on his shoulders for nearly 12 km as he had no money for a van and the hospital authorities allegedly refused to arrange one.

With his teenage daughter sobbing by his side, Dana Majhi wrapped his wife Amangadei’s body in old sheets from the bed at the hospital in Bhawanipatna town on Wednesday morning, August 24th, adjusted her on his shoulders and started walking to his home in Melghar village in Kalahandi’s Thuamul Rampur block, about 60 km away.

Pic: Harare Protests turn to Chaos - Sad

Photo: I killed my girlfriend for the fun of it- Suspected ritualist says

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Nigeria: 22-year-old Oweniwe Chukwudi (pictured) who has been arrested in connection with the murder of his girlfriend, Adeyeye Nifemi, says he killed her for the fun of it and not for rituals as being speculated.

Chukwudi, who is a National Diploma student of the Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, Ondo State, denied removing body parts of the deceased after he murdered her.

“I did not remove any part of her body; I only killed her for the fun of it. I made love with her in the bush before killing her. I am not a cultist. It was when I killed her that I realised I made a big mistake and I wept bitterly”he said when interrogated.

Camerounian Pastor arrested for impregnating two sisters, aged 14 and 18

Pastor Kokih Emmanuel of the Cross Over Ministry in Kedjom Kekuh, Tubah sub division in Mezam in the North West region, Cameroon, has been arrested and remanded in custody for impregnating two sisters. 

18 year old Akombom Marie Claire is 6 months pregnant while her younger sister Brenda Nyingmah, 14, is 3 months pregnant for the said pastor.

Sadc urged to intervene in Zimbabwe as protests escalate

Former UN Sec General Koffi Anan

Sadc must intervene in the escalating Zimbabwean crisis and facilitate a smooth transition of power in the country, a group of international elders — Graca Machel, Kofi Annan and Desmond Tutu — have urged.

The elders said “Zimbabwe is on the verge of an important transition which, if handled well, could lead to a peaceful and democratic change of leadership and a renewed focus on social and economic development”.

This comes amid rising protests against President Robert Mugabe’s misrule, among other issues, with police teargassing and brutally attacking civilians in a bid to quash the demonstrations.

Police fire teargas to disperse opposition protesters – PICTURES

HARARE (Reuters) – Zimbabwean police on Friday fired teargas to disperse anti-government supporters preparing to protest against electoral processes they say benefit President Robert Mugabe and the ruling ZANU-PF party.

More than a hundred police officers in riot gear, backed up by water cannon and armoured trucks, occupied the venue that opposition parties planned to use for their march.

As opposition supporters arrived for the march, they were told by the police to leave. The officers then fired teargas when parts of the crowd refused to comply.

Judge OKs protest by opposition parties

A Zimbabwean judge has ordered police not to interfere with an anti-government demonstration in the capital Friday.

Organizers for the demonstration, which will bring together at least 18 opposition parties and civic organizations, say the protest will begin at midday although police with water cannons and tear gas canisters have been deployed across the capital, Harare.

The protest will mark the first time that Zimbabwe’s fractured opposition has joined in a single action to confront President Robert Mugabe’s government since 2007.

The world's biggest grave yard is in Iran with 5 million graves and growing

World’s largest cemetery in Iraq has 5 million bodies … and it’s growing larger.

The cemetery in Iraq's Shi'ite holy city of Najaf is expanding twice its usual rate as the nation has become a target of ISIL militants. The burial ground has more than five million bodies, making it the world’s largest cemetery.

The Wadi al-Salam cemetery, Arabic for "Peace Valley," has a special place in the hearts of Shi'ite Muslims, as it surrounds the mausoleum of their first imam, Ali Bin Abi Talib.

Sir Richard Branson escapes death after crashing on a high speed motorbike

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Sir Richard Branson has revealed how he feared he would die after crashing head first onto a road in a high-speed bike crash on the British Virgin Islands.

The 66-year-old Virgin tycoon was on a training cycle run with his two adult children Holly and Sam when the horrifying incident happened on Monday.

Sir Richard, who is worth nearly £4billion, was taken to Miami, Florida, for X-rays and scans - which found he had suffered torn ligaments and a cracked cheek. 

Zim Govt to put army in the streets to quell Violent demonstrations

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GOVERNMENT will today deploy security forces to quell mass demonstrations organised by a coalition of opposition parties joining forces to push for electoral reforms and change — should the protest turn violent — as pressure mounts on President Robert Mugabe to reform or quit, it has been established.

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) yesterday refused to grant permission to the 18 political parties under the auspices of the National Election Reform Agenda and the Coalition of Democrats to march in the streets of Harare, prompting the parties to approach the High Court.

Justice Hlekani Mwayera, who heard the urgent matter, is expected to make a ruling at 8am today, but protest organisers insist the demonstration will forge ahead, setting the stage for violent confrontation like what happened on Wednesday in Harare.

US condemns Violence and asks Zim Govt to respect human rights

The United States is troubled by the economic policies and financial strains that have prompted numerous recent protests in Zimbabwe and we join many Zimbabweans in their deep concern over reports of violence during some of the protests.

The United States supports freedoms of speech and assembly and we call on the government of Zimbabwe to exhibit restraint and respect the human rights of all Zimbabwean citizens, including those basic rights. 

Kim K's bikini body up close

Kim K

The mother of two has been wearing very skimpy bikinis during her holiday in Mexico.

Johnny Depp donates Amber Heard's $7m divorce settlement to Charity

Johnny Depp and Amber Heard

Amber Heard who announced earlier this month the $7 million she would be receiving from her estranged husband, Johnny Depp would be donated to the Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles and the American Civil Liberties Union fulfilled that promise.

Her estranged husband, Johnny Depp's reps confirmed on Thursday that he had sent “the first of multiple installments” to both organisations directly rather than give the money to Amber. 

His rep 

"Following Amber Heard's announcement that her divorce settlement was to be divided equally and gifted to Children's Hospital of Los Angeles and the American Civil Liberties Union, two exceptionally deserving and important charities. 

Cristiano Ronaldo wins UEFA Best player award 2015/2016

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Real Madrid and Portugal striker Cristiano Ronaldo this evening defeated Antoinne Griezmann of Atletico Madrid/ France and Gareth Bale of Real Madrid/ Wales to win the prestigious UEFA best player award 2015/2016.

Cristiano Ronaldo helped Real Madrid win the Uefa champions League and was a major player as Portugal beat so many top European countries touted as favorites to win the EURO cup.

Macheso's dancer 'Majuice' in fracas with lady of the night over unpaid dues

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ORCHESTRA Mberikwazvo star performer Selemani “Majuice” Mpochi on Sunday night caused a stir at a local pub with hookers over an alleged unpaid se_x session.

The dancer, who was coming from a family show in Southerton, was accused of failing to pay for a session of unprotected se_x along with his friend.

The drama, which occurred around midnight, saw Majuice being swarmed by the ladies of the night who demanded that he pays them up while the dancer and his friend were resisting their demands.

VP Mphoko finally leaves Sheraton Hotel

VICE President Phelekezela Mphoko has left Rainbow Tower Hotel which has been his home since December 2014 when he was appointed to the presidium.

Government sources said the Vice President left the hotel this month for his official residence at number 5 Corfe Road, Highlands.

There has been surging public outrage over his stay at the hotel at a time government was struggling to pay salaries to civil servants.

Angry groups of placard-waving protestors drawn from the National Vendors Union, Restoration of Human Rights and militant pressure Tajamuka/Sesijikilehad once stormed the hotel, demanding that he vacates the property saying his continued stay there demonstrated extravagance and insensitivity to the plight of the majority of suffering Zimbabweans.

We will crash Mega Demo - Chombo

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Government has warned opposition parties and their appendages in the civil society against holding unsanctioned demonstrations that often turn violent saying the police would crack down on such malcontents. 

Addressing the media in Harare yesterday, Home Affairs Minister Dr Ignatius Chombo said conveners of illegal demonstrations would face the full wrath of the law.

Minister Chombo was flanked by Defence Minister Sydney Sekeramayi, State Security Minister Kembo Mohadi and Deputy Home Affairs Minister Obedingwa Mguni.

The minister condemned the violent protests that were organised by MDC-T and its affiliate civic organisations and sponsored by Western forces in Harare on Wednesday that resulted in shops being looted, vehicles and a police post being burnt.

Judge to rule on Mega Demo this morning

A judge is expected to rule this morning on whether or not the mega demonstration should go ahead.

The National Electoral Reform Agenda (NERA),yesterday approached the High Court seeking permission to hold their demonstration in Harare today. The judge could not decide yesterday and is now expected to make the ruling at 8 a.m.

In a founding affidavit, NERA organising secretary Mr Joelson Mugari said the group notified the police of the intended street march and procession on August 12 this year. On August 15, Mr Mugari said, police responded to the notice discouraging NERA from holding the street march.

The Rock is the world's highest paid actor in 2016

Dwayne Johnson 'The Rock'

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson elbowed out reigning top-ranked Robert Downey Jr. to become the world’s highest-paid actor–and scored his biggest ever annual paycheck in the process.

Johnson’s $64.5 million payday more than doubled his 2015 earnings, making him this year’s biggest dollar gainer. 

The erstwhile wrestler’s millions and millions came from upfront fees for movies including Central Intelligence and Fast 8, as well as the forthcoming Baywatch in which he’s set to play Mitch Buchannon.