Taiwanese warship mistakenly fires missile towards China

A Taiwanese warship has mistakenly launched a supersonic “aircraft carrier killer” missile towards China, the navy said, as ties between the island and its once bitter rival deteriorate.

The domestically developed Hsiung-feng III missile flew about 45 miles before plunging into waters off Penghu, a Taiwanese-administered island group in the Taiwan Strait.

The Taiwanese navy said it was not immediately clear how the missile had come to be launched, but suggested it could have been due to human error. “Our initial investigation found that the operation was not done in accordance with normal procedure,” vice-admiral Mei Chia-shu told reporters, adding that an investigation was under way.

Messi's retirement makes us feel abandoned - Ronaldo

Brazil great Ronaldo says football "feels abandoned" by Lionel Messi after he decided to quit internationals following his team's Copa America Centenario final loss to Chile on penalties.

Messi cut a dejected figure after the game, in which he missed Argentina's first penalty of the shoot-out after neither team managed to score in 120 minutes of play, eventually announcing his international retirement to reporters while leaving the stadium.

Ronaldo said everyone needed to respect Messi's decision, but admitted he hopes that he changes his mind.

INEC Finally Reveal Why They Issued Certificate of Return to Uche Ogah

The Independent National Electoral Commission has given reason why it had to immediately issue certificate of return to Uche Ogah as the substantive Governor of Abia State. 

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has given reasons why it issued a Certificate of Return to Mr Uche Ogah who came second at the last Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship primaries in Abia State. 

Explaining the reason behind its action, INEC National Commissioner in charge of the South East, Amb. Lawrence Nwuruku said the commission only bowed to the lawful order of a court. 

See the Scary Photos of the Bizarre Cakes that got everyone talking

This is very scary ... If you weren't told that this is a cake I guess 90% of us won't guess right. The bloodied head of a calf which has been stripped of all outer skin is actually made in form of cake

This scary cake design emerged online recently but it has since gone viral, garnering both favourable and unfavourable reactions.

Some people are now wondering whether this was baked with the aim of being eaten or scaring away the faint-hearted. 

Arsenal Alexis Sanchez share updates on his gruesome ankle injury

Alexis Sanchez insists he is feeling "much better" despite posting a gruesome update on the ankle injury he suffered in Chile's Copa America Centenario triumph. 

Chile secured back-to-back Copa titles last Sunday after a second consecutive penalty shoot-out win over Argentina in the decider.

However, Sanchez went off in the first half of extra-time after failing to shrug off an injury suffered in the opening minutes, courtesy of a crunching Gabriel Mercado challenge. 

Chelsea FC release Pato, Falcao and Amelia

Alexandre Pato, Radamel Falcao and Marco Amelia have all left Chelsea, the club have confirmed.

Pato and Falcao depart following the expiration of their loan deals from Corinthians and Monaco respectively.

The Brazilian made just two appearances for Chelsea after joining in January, scoring his only goal from the penalty spot in the 4-0 win over Aston Villa in April.

Pato's agent, Gilmar Veloz, this week claimed Chelsea had the option to sign his client on a four-year deal.

(PHOTO) Rita Ora Hospitalized for Weariness

Rita Ora was hospitalized for exhaustion on Wednesday. The singer shared a photo of herself in a hospital bed hooked up to an IV, writing:

“Today was pretty tough but I’m getting through it thank you all my fans and friends for the support! I love you!”

Khloé Kardashian is Officially Single and Ready to Mingle

Khloé Kardashian has finally move pass her off and on relationship with Lamar Odom. According to report the reality star has confided in friends that she’s now open to dating women.

via Radar Online:

“Khloe’s so disillusioned with men right now — it’s like finding one who’s fun but faithful is impossible,” an insider revealed. “She’s still on the hunt for a new guy, but she’s decided she wants to have a bit of fun and explore her sexuality in the meantime.”

University of Connecticut Rescinds Bill Cosby’s Honorary Degree

The University of Connecticut is the latest school to revoke an honorary degree awarded to Bill Cosby.

Their reason for the revocation is due to Cosby engaging in conduct “incongruent” with the university’s values.

via Page Six:

Apple launch bid to takeover Jay Z’s TIDAL Streaming Service

Apple is reportedly in talks to purchase Jay Z’s music streaming service Tidal, sources tell The Wall Street Journal.

At this time there are no solid details about the potential move or if an actual deal will materialize. The news comes just three months after Samsung publicly stated that it had no plans to acquire TIDAL – despite rumors suggesting they were in business negotiations.

I Have Impregnated My Hot S*xy Aunt, What Should I do?

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She came to my house all sad because my cousin left the house. My mom had to leave and my aunt decided to stay with me. So I comforted her and then out of no where she starts kissing me and my aunt is only 29. I kissed her back as well cause I mean she’s hot.

Then, she tells me she wants me.

That aroused me so hard. I grabbed her and got her n*ked. She unzips my pants and of course gives me head. I enjoyed it and we did have s*x but protected at the time.

Then she told me she wanted to marry me and even left her boyfriend (not my uncle they were divorced) and I left my house later that month and she bought me a ticket in another country.

Aggrieved Husband Sends Snake to bite Wife to death while She Sleeps

According to Daily Pakistan, the woman was allegedly murdered by her husband in Chuhng area here on Wednesday in  a most shocking manner, police said.

The report states that the victim Noreen, 25, a resident of Shahdara, was married to Abid Ali, almost eight months back. It was Abid’s second marriage. However, things weren't going fine for the two.

On the day of the incident, the accused informed police that his wife has been bitten by a snake and had died. However, the police officers were not convinced.

Kylie Jenner's family not in support of her second term relationship with Rapper Tyga

The 18-year-old 'Keeping Up With the Kardashians' star has allegedly rekindled her romance with the 26-year-old rapper - who ended their romance in May this year after they allegedly began dating in 2014 - however, it is rumoured the Kardashian/ Jenner gang ''doesn't want him around'' because he isn't good enough for Kylie.

Speaking to US Weekly about the teen entrepreneur's on-off relationship with the 'Rack City' hitmaker, a source said: ''He's really not good for Kylie. The family doesn't want him around.''

However, it has also been reported the television personality's parents and siblings are not fazed by Tyga's presence because they don't think he will be around for long.

Speaking previously about the father-of-one - who has three-year-old son King Cairo with his former partner Blac Chyna - another source said: ''Her family isn't too upset about Kylie and Tyga being back together. They don't think it's permanent.''

Transfer News: Nolito complete move to Manchester City from Celta Vigo

Pep Guardiola has made Nolito his second major signing as Manchester City coach, with the Spain forward joining from Celta Vigo for around £14m.

The 29-year-old has agreed a four-year deal, having previously worked under Guardiola at Barcelona, between 2008-9, with City understood to have triggered an €18m release clause 

Nolito said: 

“I’m very fortunate that it was he who handed me my debut at Barcelona. I know him a little, I was with him for a short while whenever he got me to train with the first team or included me in the playing squad. I think that Pep Guardiola is one of the best managers in the world. He knows a lot about the game and he’s going to help me progress as a player and I’m sure he’ll get the best out of me.

Portugal qualify for Semi-final after edging out Poland on Penalties (See Match Details)

It has become increasingly possible to imagine Portugal with their name on the Euro 2016 trophy. After three draws at the group phase and a grubby last 16 win over Croatia, following extra-time, they entered this quarter-final having not played particularly well but having played well enough.

A fine save by Rui Patricio from Jakub Blaszczykowski’s penalty allowed Ricardo Quaresma to strike the decisive kick in the shootout that took Portugal into the semi-finals

Fernando Santos’s team deserved to win here, having been the better team for most of the game and, when it came down to penalties, they made sure that they set up a semi-final against Wales or Belgium next Wednesday. After the Poland winger Jakub Blaszczykowski had his kick saved by a diving Rui Patrício, the Portugal substitute Ricardo Quaresma beat Lukasz Fabianski to spark delirium.

USA beauty pageant to replace swimsuit portion with athletic wear

The Miss Teen USA competition announced on Wednesday that its young contestants will no longer have to wear swimsuits, as organizers issued a frank statement tacitly acknowledging that the tradition is seen as exploitative and mentioned a word rarely promoted around the pageant circuit: feminism.

The annual American beauty contest for 15- to 19-year-olds, to be held next in Las Vegas on 30 July, will substitute “athletic wear” for the controversial swimwear round at this year’s event.

In an apparent U-turn within the pageant world, which has long garnered bitter criticism for objectifying girls and women, it was announced that the Miss Teen USA event is making an “important cultural shift”.

Donald Trump says Bernie Sanders secretly Hates Hillary Clinton

Donald Trump sought to play up differences between Democratic presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders on Wednesday (June 29), claiming to know that Sanders secretly hates the former Secretary of State.

Trump is the presumptive Republican presidential nominee and is a polling only two points behind Clinton according to a recent Quinnipiac University poll.

Nigerian DJ Obi Breaks New Guinness World Record for DJing

They say records are meant to be broken and one man DJ Obi just set a new world record. The Syndik8 Records’ official DJ has put Nigeria on the world map by breaking the Guinness World Record for the Longest Marathon Club DJing.

The current holder of the World record is is DJ Norberto Loco of Poland while DJ Obi as at this morning hit 200 hours of nonstop marathon club DJing and has beaten the former holder.

Obama to quickly move to the rescue of Puerto Rico major debt payment

As Puerto Rico faces a major debt payment, President Barack Obama is vowing to move quickly to sign a last-minute rescue package for the financially-strapped U.S. territory and its 3.5 million Americans.

In a rare election-year feat, the White House-backed legislation passed with strong bipartisan support in Congress. The Senate voted 68-30 for the legislation on Wednesday, three weeks after the House approved the measure.

"This bill is not perfect, but it is a critical first step toward economic recovery and restored hope for millions of Americans who call Puerto Rico home," Obama said in a statement.

Neymar extend contract with FC Barcelona

Brazilian superstar Neymar has ended all speculations surrounding his future by signing a new deal at Barcelona.

The world class winger was being linked with a move away from Camp Nou after a disagreement on the terms of his new deal, but it seems that all parties have come to an agreement now.

The player has now signed a 5 year deal with the Spanish champions and expressed his delight on social media.

Hulk agrees with big money move to China

Brazilian winger Givanildo Vieira de Sousa, popularly known as Hulk has now completed a big-money move to China. He became the most expensive signing in Asian football with a £46.1m move to Shanghai SIPG from Zenit St Petersburg.

The 29-year-old winger has scored 21 goals for Zenit last season and would be a tremendous coup for the Chinese league.

Boris Johnson rules himself out from UK Prime Minister Seat

In a surprise announcement, the former Mayor of London said he would “support” the next Tory leader but that it would “not be me”.

Mr Johnson gathered the media for a speech at a central London location for what was expected to be his campaign launch.

However, after giving a speech outlining his view that the next Prime Minister should champion the "forgotten" people in Britain, he ruled himself out for the top job.

United States Military lifts ban on Transgender Personnel

Defense Secretary Ashton Carter on Thursday lifted the ban on transgender personnel from openly serving in the US military.

"This is the right thing to do for our people and for the force," Carter said in a statement.

"We're talking about talented Americans who are serving with distinction or who want the opportunity to serve. We can't allow barriers unrelated to a person's qualifications prevent us from recruiting and retaining those who can best accomplish the mission."

Former President GEJ mourns Ojo Maduekwe, Elechi Amadi

Former President Dr. Goodluck Jonathan has lamented the death of the Secretary of the Board of Trustees of the Peoples Democratic Party, Chief Ojo Maduekwe and foremost writer, Elechi Amadi, describing the exit of both elder statesmen as a sad loss for the country.

The former President who stated this in separate messages of condolence to the families of the deceased emphasised that both men made significant contributions to Nigeria’s growth and development. Jonathan described Chief Maduekwe as “a nationalist, foremost administrator and intellectual giant who contributed so much to the task of nation building.”

In a statement issued by Mr. Ikechukwu Eze, the former President’s media adviser, Jonathan stated further:

Turkish official says Istanbul Airport suspected ISIS bombers were Uzbek, Russian, Kyrgyz

Three suspected Islamic State (ISIS) suicide bombers who killed 43 people in a gun and bomb attack at Istanbul's main airport this week were Russian, Uzbek and Kyrgyz nationals, a Turkish government official said on Thursday June 30.

The suicide bombers opened fire to create panic outside, before two of them got inside the terminal building and blew themselves up. The third detonated his explosives at the entrance. At least 239 people were wounded in the attack.

According to Reuters, the Turkey official who confirmed the terrorists' nationalities, declined to be named because details of the investigation have not yet been released. Forensics teams had been struggling to identify the bombers from their limited remains, officials said earlier. 

Toke Makinwa and Glam Style (PHOTOs)

The Media Personality stepped out for business in this lovely blue & black sheer outfit today.

Unbelievable footage of Youth chanting racial abuse at a man in Manchester (PHOTO)

Shocking video which emerged on Tuesday morning shows three apparently drunk youths shouting hurling racial abuse and shouting at a man to "Get back to Africa' on a tram in Manchester.

According to Manchester Evening News, the man, who spoke with a foreign accent had asked the young men to stop using bad language as they were frightening other passengers.

The youths responded by hurling abuses at the man, telling his to "get back to Africa," Get off the tram now. Bro, I 'll waste you. I 'll waste anyone and Dont chat sh*t when you are not even from England, you little f***king immigrant"

The man, whose nationality was not mentioned, asked how old the youth is, "18,19? I 've been here longer than you".

Policeman & Pastor nab for armed robbery also confesses to supplying arms to robbery gangs

A police corporal who was recently arrested for armed robbery, confessed to having supplied arms and ammunition to robbery gangs in various states, including Lagos, Ogun, Rivers, Delta and Bayelsa states. 

Christ Oboko Onitsha Ugbo, was arrested after he allegedly led his gang on a series of robbery operations in some states in the Niger Delta region. He is currently being detained by the Inspector General of Police’s Special Intelligence Response Team (IRT)

According to Daily Trust, the 36-year-old, until his arrest was attached to a special squad code named C4I of the Rivers State Police Command and was also the resident pastor of a church at Choba, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

Rwanda set to contest for Miss World Pageant for the first time in the country's history

Rwanda is set to participate in Miss World Beauty Pageant for the first time in history. The country will be represented at the international beauty pageant by Miss Rwanda, Jolly Mutesi.

The 19-year-old beauty queen was crowned Miss Rwanda 2016 on February 27. She will participate in the 66th edition of Miss World scheduled for December 2016, in the United States.

Ex Abia state Gov. Orji Uzor Kalu eats in a road side "buka" with friends

Former Governor of Abia State and Businessman Mogul, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu stop by a road side buka (canteen) today. According to him, he stopped with some friends to celebrate a birthday.