{{Unless she returns her certificate to organisers for correction, Miss Rwanda 2014, Akiwacu Colombe might have to keep an embarrassing certificate with spelling mistake.
Currently a Photo of this certificate is circulating on social media platforms attracting several negative comments.}}
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{{Prominent rapper, EL, has turned down an invitation to date pretty actress and television presenter, Nikki Samonas.}}
“It is a compliment for a beautiful girl like Nikki to say such things about me. In fact, she is also my kind of girl but it is unfortunate I am engaged to someone else” the artiste, EL, told Sbowbiz last Monday.
E.L said he had been I flattered by Nikki’s proposal and he is very grateful for the bold declaration of the Tema-based actress that among all the handsome guys around, it was he that Nikki chose.
A few days ago, Nikki disclosed that she had a crush on EL. “I wish to date someone like E.L, he is cute and I go crazy anytime I see him. Although I haven’t got the I opportunity to tell him yet I hope a to meet him and pour my heart out to him” Nikki told Showbiz in an interview on Sunday.
Asked how long she had been “eyeing” E.L, Nikki replied that it had not been that long a time but had strong feeling for him and could not tell if anyone admired E.L more than she did.
Tema is the base for other top young musicians such as Sarkodie, D Cryme, Stay Jay, R2Bees and Kwaw Kese but Nikki said none of the Tema-based artistes attracted her.
“There are good looking musicians in Tema but I don’t have a crush on any of them but E.L. For now, he is the only rapper who has won my attention”, she said.
Nikki, a graduate of KNUST said she loves dating men because it gave her the opportunity to meet people who matter in society and also get connected.
She was quoted to have said “Dating is ‘ not necessarily being intimate. It is more of spending fun time with another person to find out whether you two are compatible; and from there you can either decide to take it to the next level or quit”
Nikki went on to say that most ladies in showbiz circles love dating too but they are generally too timid to come out to say it because of the stigma they may face.
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{{ Zimbabwe’s President Robert Mugabe on Saturday gave his newly wed daughter and her husband $100,000 and 55 head of cattle as presents, it has emerged.}}
The 24-year-old Bona and her pilot husband, Simbarashe Chikore, tied the knot on Saturday at a colourful ceremony held at the First Family’s plush private residence in Harare.
South African President Jacob Zuma, his Zambian counterpart Michael Sata, DRC’s Joseph Kabila, and Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo of Equatorial Guinea attended the colourful ceremony.
Also present were several wealthy local and foreign businessmen who included South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe.
Journalists from outside Zimbabwe and local private media organisations were barred from the ceremony.
State media on Monday said the couple “was showered with gifts that came to hundreds of thousands of US dollars in cash, cattle and all manner of goodies from relatives, friends and visiting Heads of State and government among other VVIPs.”
President Mugabe reportedly told the guests that he had agreed with his wife Grace that they could not give the newlyweds less than 55 head of cattle.
“Financially, we know they (Simba and Bona) have spent quite a lot on their wedding,” he was quoted as saying by the Herald newspaper.
“We have spent quite a lot too; we have expenses but we have put aside a bit of money so we are giving them $100,000.”
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{The celeb selfie that shut down Twitter}
{{Ellen DeGeneres gathered some of Hollywood’s elite to join her for a selfie with Meryl Streep. }}
While stars like Jared Leto and Angelina Jolie were struggling to get in on the action, Lupita Nyong’o’s absolutely adorable brother sneaked in to get a prime spot in the selfie that brought Twitter to a standstill.
By Monday afternoon, it had been retweeted some 2.8 million times, shattering the previous record of 810 000 retweets for the photo of President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama hugging after the 2012 election.
Twitter was humming at 254 644 tweets per minute after DeGeneres’ request, and the company said the crush disrupted service for 20 minutes.
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{{Knowing which cars to buy is important, but perhaps almost equally important is know which cars not to buy, considering it’s such a big purchase for many people.}}
Fortunately, Consumer Reports, one of the most respected reviewers of products in the United States, has us covered on both fronts.
Before we go any further, it’s worth noting that these days, there isn’t necessarily a “bad” car — some are worse than others, but comparatively speaking, for the average consumer, there are few bad choices of vehicles compared to, say, the 1970s or 1980s.
Cars have come a long, long way in terms of safety, build quality, reliability, efficiency, and just about every other measure.
Nonetheless, some cars do have their strengths and all cars have their weaknesses, so depending on what you’re shopping for, those are good to keep in mind.
Consumer Reports has listed what it believes should be the cars best left alone for 2014, and here are the SUVs and crossovers from that list that didn’t make it up to par. They are ranked in terms of size and category, not by best to worst.
1. Jeep Compass
Though its Wrangler and Grand Cherokee continue to do quite well, Jeep’s (FIATY.PK) smaller offerings have struggled at the hands of reviewers and critics. Some of that might be image — the smaller cars shed Jeep’s renowned off-road reputation for a more urban and comfort-oriented approach, which many feel doesn’t fit the brand.
Consumer Reports apparently thought so, and it listed Jeep’s smallest offering as one to stay clear of for this year.
Jeep Patriot(above)
Like the Compass, the Patriot falls into an odd niche for Jeep that tries to blend a rugged appearance with a diminutive footprint that’s better suited to the concrete jungle than the real one.
Despite its utility vehicle-classification, Edmunds pointed out that the Patriot doesn’t offer much cargo space and has sluggish acceleration and disappointing fuel economy on models equipped with the CVT.
Jeep Cherokee with 2.4-liter engine
Presumably, the Cherokee loaded with Jeep’s 3.2-liter V6 is a fine car, but the 2.4-liter inline four apparently poses problems. Despite its polarizing looks, the Cherokee has been selling very well and was the driving force behind Jeep’s solid sales performance in January.
The 2.4-liter engine’s 184 horsepower is on the anemic side for a midsize crossover, but the Pentastar V6′s 271 horsepower should be more than sufficient for accomplishing day-to-day tasks.
Mitsubishi Outlander
Mitsubishi really needed a winning SUV, but Consumer Reports seems to think that the 2014 Outlander isn’t it. It’s hard to beat as far as value goes, with a starting price under $20,000, but it’s fairly underpowered for its segment and already looks decidedly dated despite only being on the market for a few months.
What started about 10 years ago as a viable competitor to Subaru’s Outback has now slid to near the back of the pack of a different class of vehicle that’s more heavy on the SUV and less of an off-road wagon.
Additionally, the cargo space has been described as cramped, as is the third row seat, and Edmunds called the performance “underwhelming.”
Ford Edge
If you were thinking of buying the 2014 Ford (NYSE:F) Edge, it may be in your best interest to wait until Ford reveals the 2015 model. This entry surprised us, as the Edge has been a fairly well-loved vehicle since it debuted in 2007.
It’s large enough to be practical and spacious but small enough to navigate through urban areas and cities with ease. However, Consumer Reports warns of this year’s model, and we’d bet at least part of it is due to Ford’s troubled MyFord Touch infotainment system.
Nissan Armada
This Nissan (NSANY.PK) is one of the few truck-based SUV options from Japan, taking after the Nissan Titan pickup. Unfortunately, both of those vehicles are well past their due dates and are heavily in need of an upgrade, which is coming in the next couple of years.
It’s not that the Armada is a bad vehicle, but it is less fuel efficient than its competitors and really hasn’t seen any changes for the last decade or so. It has limited power train options, is less powerful than you’d expect, and doesn’t possess as much cargo space compared to its rivals.
Dodge Journey
It’s unclear as to why the Dodge Journey is on this list, though we’d assume it’s not a bad car — it’s just not as good as its competition. Its fuel economy is so-so and it doesn’t offer anything notably impressive that its rivals won’t have or can’t be optioned with.
The Crossroad model (pictured) promises a special trim level that offers chrome exterior trim on its roof rails and side sills, a new front and rear fascia, smoked headlights and taillights, and black 19-inch wheels, so that may help the Journey establish more of its own identity.
Volvo XC90
Take a moment to appreciate and respect the Volvo (VOLVY.PK) XC90. More than a decade after its original release with virtually no changes aside from some minor cosmetic work, the Swedish SUV is still selling units — meaning consumers are still choosing a 10-year-old design over the new models in showrooms today.
At the same time, this is also a problem with the XC90: it’s 10 years old, and its beginning to show it. Fortunately, Volvo has its replacement waiting in the wings for a release later this year, so stay tuned.
Lincoln MKX
Like the Ford Edge, the Lincoln MKX is starting to show its age. While the new Lincolns are more their own car now — instead of rebranded Fords — than they have been for many years, the MKX hasn’t seen its due redesign yet, but it likely will when the Edge gets its replacement later this year.
Like the Edge, it’s hard to point to what Consumer Reports found so repelling about the MKX. We would imagine it had to do with a hefty premium for a car that, beneath the leather and trim, isn’t necessarily worth the $10,000 premium over the Edge.
Range Rover Evoque
The Evoque has been one of Land Rover’s (NYSE:TTM) fastest-selling vehicles to date, and true to its brand, it combines a luxurious and well-appointed interior with off-road capabilities that belie its smaller stature.
However, Land Rovers have a reputation for being plagued with reliability issues and are often in need of a repair shop for one reason or another, which is likely why Consumer Reports has thrown it on its warning list.
{{The world’s oldest known Holocaust survivor has died at age 110, her grandson told media sunday.}}
Alice Herz-Sommer, a talented musician and pianist, lived alone in her London flat, according to a 2014 Oscar nominated documentary about her extraordinary life.
“My world is music. I’m not interested in doing anything else,” she said in “The Lady in Number 6: Music Saved My Life.”
Originally from Prague in what was then Czechoslovakia, Herz-Sommer was imprisoned at the Theresienstadt concentration camp during World War II. It was music that saved her. She and others performed concerts that entertained the Nazis.
“I knew that we will play,” Herz-Sommer told the filmmakers. “And I was thinking when we can play it can’t be so terrible. The music, the music! The music is the first place of art. It brings us on an island with peace, beauty and love.”
Theresienstadt was a ghetto-labor camp to which the SS deported and then incarcerated certain categories of German, Austrian, and Czech Jews, based on their age, disability as a result of past military service, or domestic celebrity in the arts and other cultural life, according to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum.
Herz-Sommer “grew up in a cultured and loving family which was part of the German-speaking Czech-Jewish assimilated society,” the documentary’s website says.
Her mother was a playmate of composer Gustav Mahler and as a child Herz-Sommer often played with German-language novelist Franz Kafka who came to her home for Sunday lunch.
Herz-Sommer was living in Prague when she received her deportation summons from the Nazis, the documentary site explains.
Her mother and husband had already been transported to Auschwitz where they were gassed, the site says.
Both Herz-Sommer and her 5-year-old son, it says, were sent to the Theresienstadt camp.
“As an adult Raffi had remarkably few dark memories of the camp,” according to the filmmakers.
The son said that his mother somehow “managed to protect him from the worst realities of life at the mercy of the Nazis.”
Herz-Sommer and her son returned to Prague after being liberated by the Soviet Army in May of 1945, according to the film.
A clip on the site shows Herz-Sommer laughing, something she did a lot of in her later years.
Her family surrounded her at her bedside before she died Sunday, her grandson Ariel Sommer told reporters.
“Much has been written about her, but to those of us who knew her best, she was our dear ‘Gigi.’
“She loved us, laughed with us, and cherished music with us,” he wrote.
“She was an inspiration and our world will be significantly poorer without her by our side. We mourn her loss and ask for privacy in this very difficult moment.”
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{{Pistorius family spokesperson Anneliese Burgess did not answer questions about whether murder-accused paralympian Oscar Pistorius had a new girlfriend, Beeld reported on Saturday.}}
According to Beeld, British tabloid newspaper The Sun reported that Pistorius was dating Leah Skye, 19, a student paramedic at the University of Johannesburg.
The tabloid called her Pistorius’ “blade stunner” and published a photo of the young brunette.
According to the report the two met in December during a holiday in Mozambique.
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{{The daughter of Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe was married in a lavish ceremony in big white marquee on the grounds of her family’s $20m Borrowdale mansion in Harare on Saturday, say reports.}}
According to the The Zimbabwean Mail, Mugabe and his wife Grace walked the bride down the aisle.
IOL reported on Sunday that Bona Mugabe’s wedding to Simbarashe Chikore was attended by thousands including President Jacob Zuma.
The event is said to have cost millions of rands with various African artists including Zahara, the Soweto String Quartet, Koffi Olomide from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Zimbabwean artists Jah Prayzah and Sulumani Chimbetu providing the entertainment.
The report said that while a total of 68 sitting and former heads of state and government were invited, sources in government said only about 10 attended.
The Mail said kilometres of road linking the vast residence to the local country club have been newly tarred at a cost to the bankrupt Harare municipality of about $1m.
Zuma’s presence at the Saturday ceremony has been regarded in some circles as a snub to the organisers of the Westminster Abbey memorial service for Nelson Mandela planned for Monday.
According to the Sunday Times, Zuma sent his deputy Kgalema Motlanthe to London in his place and instead paid a visit to a Free State chicken farm on Friday before flying out to attend the wedding.
About 1 800 people, including British Prime Minister David Cameron and Prince Harry are expected to attend the service.
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Twenty-four manufacturers and brands of sex goods from around the world, including from mainland China and Hong Kong, are showcasing their latest adult products at the “Pink Tokyo” sex fair.
The three-day show, which runs until Sunday, is the largest of its kind in the Japanese capital since 2007, with a wealth of vibrators, lubricant oil and artificial vaginas on offer.
“Sex goods are becoming more and more sophisticated and stylish,” said Minori Kitahara, president of Love Piece Club, a Tokyo sex goods store for women.
“Products that are safe and made with high quality materials, which can operate very quietly, are becoming the mainstream. They are also warranted for a year, just like home appliances.”
Japanese sex aid maker Rends demonstrated its latest artificial vagina — the A10 Cyclone SA — a sleek cylinder, about 30 centimetres (12 inches) long, which can be remotely connected to a computer or a smart phone.
The rotating barrel inside has seven different speeds, the company said, advertising it as a “sexual home appliance”.
“Feel free to use at night when your family is sleeping, without worries,” it said.
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{{Robert Mugabe’s only daughter will tie the knot on Saturday in a ceremony at the veteran Zimbabwean leader’s private home to be attended by more than 4 000 guests.}}
Bona Mugabe, 24, will wed pilot Simba Chikore at her father’s home in the plush suburb of Borrowdale in the capital Harare.
The wedding follows a traditional marriage last year after Chikore paid Mugabe $35 000 and 15 cattle as the bride price, in line with local custom.
The holding of two marriage ceremonies is common in Zimbabwe, and other African countries, with one a traditional ceremony and the other a Western-style wedding.
Bona is the eldest of Mugabe’s three children with his second wife Grace.
Her wedding comes less than a week after Zimbabwe’s veteran president marked his 90th year birthday on Sunday with a celebration at a stadium near the capital Harare.
Thousands turned out for the party, many of them school children bussed in for the occasion.
Mugabe’s spokesperson confirmed the wedding but refused to comment, saying it was not a government event.
Amongst the 4 000 invited guests are regional leaders, senior government officials, as well as close relatives and friends.
– AFP