About 60 crushed to death in Ivory Coast stadium stampede

At least 60 people were crushed to death in Ivory Coast's main city of Abidjanovernight after a New Year's Eve fireworks display, an emergency official and state radio said on Tuesday.

"There are around 60 dead, and about 200 injured, this is a provisional estimate," a rescue official said.

He said the incident happened near Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium where a crowd had gathered to watch fireworks.

Same-sex marriage ceremonies begin in the U.S!

James Scales, left, and William Tasker react after participating in a wedding ceremony at City Hall in Baltimore, Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2013.

 Darcia Anthony, left, and her partner, Danielle Williams, chat before participating in a marriage ceremony at City Hall in Baltimore, Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2013.

Same-sex couples in Maryland were greeted with cheers and noisemakers held over from New Year's Eve parties, as gay marriage became legal in the first state south of the Mason-Dixon Line on New Year's Day.

James Scales, 68, was married to William Tasker, 60, on Tuesday shortly after midnight by Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings Blake inside City Hall.

"It's just so hard to believe it's happening," Scales said shortly before marrying his partner of 35 years.

Six other same-sex couples also were being married at City Hall. Ceremonies were taking place in other parts of the state as well.

The ceremonies follow a legislative fight that pitted Gov. Martin O'Malley against leaders of his Catholic faith. Voters in the state, founded by Catholics in the 17th century, sealed the change by approving a November ballot question.

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Nigerian Acts, Chidinma And Davido Win KORA 2012 Awards!

Upcoming Nigerian Artistes, Chidinma and Davido emerged winners at the 2012 KORA Awards,  dubbed as “Africa’s Grammys”, recently held in Ivory Coast's capital city,  Abidjan. 

  

Kim Kardashian Pregnant With Kanye West's Baby!

It is confirmed, Kim kardashian is expecting her first child with her rapper boyfriend, Kanye West. 

Kanye West spilled the exciting news to a few hundred concert goers. During his show at Atlantic City Sunday night.The two have been dating for eight months. They have previously denied pregnancy rumors. Kim is thought to be around the 12-weeks gone.Meanwhile Kim is still legally married to her estranged second husband Kris Humphries. 

The pair's divorce has been prolonged as the basketball star has insisted on a court case, claiming the marriage should be annulled as it was 'fraud. 

Yuletide Tips For a Healthy Holiday Season Without Gaining Weight!

It's the Yuletide once again, the season for irresistible treats, delicacies—and a belly like our dear friend Santa. Between Christmas parties and family dinners, the temptations that comes with every treat seem difficult to resist.Contrary to popular belief, the average person does not gain five or more pounds during the holiday season. Studies show that the average weight gain is more like one pound. So, you may ask, “What’s the big deal”.

Research also indicates that we don’t shed that extra pound after the holidays, so the extra pounds add up over time. Below are a few tips that could help maintain a healthier, leaner holiday season. 

Eat before you go to a party: It is a common misconception that by skipping meals, you will eat fewer calories and lose weight. This couldn't be farther from the truth. Besides 
slowing down your metabolism, starving yourself during the day makes you more likely binge later at night. Eat small meals and snacks throughout the day and be sure to have a substantial snack before going to the party, so you are not starving and ravish everything in sight. 



Downsize your portions. There’s no reason why you can’t have a taste of 

your favourite foods this holiday season—but “taste” is the operative word. 

Portion size is the key to healthy eating and weight control. Try filling your 

plate with hormonally balanced foods, including complex carbohydrates such as 

brown rice, fruits and vegetables, lean proteins such as chicken, turkey and fish 

and essential fats such as nuts and avocado.



Slow down when you eat. It takes 20 minutes from the time you eat until 

your brain gets the signal that you are full. Remember, it’s not a contest to see 

how many plates you can fill at the buffet line. Eat slowly, put your fork down 

between bites and take a moment after you eat to sit back and relax. Once 

those 20 minutes are up, you likely won’t need that second helping.



Limit the booze to help you lose. Sugar-laden alcohol contains many “empty 

calories” that contribute to weight gain. As well, drinking too much alcohol may 

increase your appetite and alter your judgment, making temptation next to 

impossible to resist. Try having a seltzer with a lime twist or glass of water 

between alcoholic drinks to help cut calories.



Keep up your exercise routine.Although the holidays may be a busy time, it 

is important to not skip your exercise routine. Remember, if you burn the 

calories you consume, your weight should stay the same. If you’re having 
trouble finding time to workout, try doing half of your regular routine, do a few laps around the mall before your holiday shopping or exercise first thing in the morning before the holiday rush swings into full gear.


Don’t forget to stay hydrated—and no, that doesn't include alcohol! In fact, 

many of the holiday beverages and foods we eat actually dehydrate our bodies. 

Be sure to drink at least eight glasses of water a day.



Plan your indulgences wisely. If you are going to give into temptation, do so 

with thought. Don’t waste your calories on foods you don’t really love. Scope 

out the scene, ID the food you can’t live without and go for it—ideally a small 

portion of it of course!



Make healthier versions of holiday foods. Traditional holiday foods taste 

good but are loaded with fat and calories that are not good for your health. To 

make your favourite dishes healthier, try cooking the stuffing outside the 

turkey to avoid soaking up extra fat, pass the gravy though a skimmer and serve baked sweet potatoes instead of candied yams. Try some Truestar healthy holiday favourites.



Let your family and friends be the focus this holiday season. It’s hard 

not to be consumed by food during the holidays since cookies, chocolates and candy canes appear everywhere. But remember, the holidays are also about celebration and enjoying time with those around you. Try focusing more on family and friends and less on food to help you get through the holidays a little lighter.

I hope you'r having the holiday of your dream. 

Clinton Admitted!

United States Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton has been admitted into a New York hospital after the discovery of a blood clot stemming from the concussion she sustained earlier this month. According to her spokes man Philippe Reines,  Mrs Clinton's doctors discovered the clot while performing a follow-up examination. 

Mrs Clinton, 65, fell and suffered a concussion while at home alone in mid-December, 2012, as she recovered from a stomach virus that left her severely dehydrated. The concussion was diagnosed on December 13, 2012, and Mrs Clinton was forced to cancel a trip to North Africa and the Middle East that had been planned for the following week. 

According to medical experts,  a clot in a lung or the brain is more serious. Lung clots, called Pulmonary embolisms, can be deadly, and a clot in the brain can cause a stroke.

Keeping Mrs Clinton in the hospital for a few days could allow doctors to perform more tests to determine why the clot formed, and to rule out a heart problem or other condition that may have led to it.

Mercy Johnson Okojie Delivers Baby Girl!

Nigeria's Nollywood Actress, Mercy Johnson Okojie gave birth to a baby girl in a U.S Hospital a couple of hours ago.

  

Amidst controversy, Mercy Johnson got  married to Prince Odianosen Okojie in August 2011, in Lagos. 

  






Mercy is doing great with her baby girl  "Purity"