Samsung Ready to Rival Apple Pay in Mobile Wallet Payment, acquires LoopPay

Apple Pay may have a new competitor in the mobile wallet space.

Today, mobile payment startup LoopPay revealed it has been purchased by Samsung Electronics for an undisclosed amount.

Samsung was said to be in talks with LoopPay back in December, but now it looks like the two struck a deal, according to a letter on LoopPay’s website. The note says that the company is now a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics America:

With our earliest supporters at our side, we have been at the forefront of contactless payments to create a platform that brings together issuers, merchants and consumers that facilitate a seamless and rewarding digital wallet experience. We will continue to innovate and operate as an independent team from Boston, Massachusetts.

New Discovery! Experimental new HIV treatment may Prevent infection

Researchers say that they have developed an HIV treatment capable of blocking infection in monkeys for more than 40 weeks after being administered. The results, reported today in Nature, appear so promising that the researchers believe it may be able to work as an effective HIV vaccine. The research was led from the Scripps Research Institute.

THE RESEARCHERS ARE EAGER TO BEGIN HUMAN TRIALS

The treatment works by injecting a subject with a harmless virus that prompts the body to create a protein of the researchers' design. That protein is then able to block parts of the virus that are used for latching onto cells, thus preventing it from spreading.

Lol! Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez Fans Create Sexy, Topless Pics From their Recent Photoshoot

Just to let you know how much their fans would love to see them back together, these fans created a sexy version of their recent photo shoot for V Magazine (Selena) and Calvin Klein (Justin). They both actually look cool.

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Jega tells Senators he can’t guarantee elections will hold March 28

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Attahiru Jega, has told Nigerian federal lawmakers he could not guarantee the 2015 general elections will hold on rescheduled dates in March and April.

At a meeting with Senators Wednesday, Mr. Jega said he could not commit himself to the “sanctity” of March 28 and April 11 – dates for the rescheduled Nigeria’s general elections.

He said the electoral commission could not guarantee aspects of the poll that are beyond its control.

Mr. Jega met with the lawmakers to review the decision to postpone the polls from February.

George W. Bush says he avoids criticizing Obama out of respect for presidency

So I saw this post and I actually didn't want to publish it but on a second thought I felt it would speak volume on how we are suppose to show respect to our countries number citizen. If a former President can respect the office of a President I think everyone should. 

Former President George W. Bush explained Thursday that he has avoided publicly criticizing President Obama because he feels it would undermine the office of the presidency.

“I don’t think it’s good for the country to have a former president undermine a current president; I think it’s bad for the presidency for that matter,” Mr. Bush said Thursday evening on Fox News’ “Hannity,” Mediaite reported.

Giving Back! Christina Aguilera Suprise Fan buy coffee for Dozens of Them

Christina Aguilera decided to give back to her admirable fans, she show lots of generosity as she bought coffee for dozens of unsuspecting fans on Monday (02.16.15).

The 'Your Body' hitmaker surprised customers at Starbucks' Rockefeller Centre Concourse location in New York City and then gave the staff enough cash to buy drinks for anyone who came in before closing time.

A source said on Tuesday (02.17.15): ''Christina came in the store around 5 p.m. yesterday. There were only about 10 people in the store at first, but when people started to realize who she was more and more came in. Everyone recognized her immediately and rushed over to meet her. I'd say about 20 more people came into the store.''

Meet the first female commercial pilot from Kano State, Nigeria

Meet Fatima Abba Gwadabe, the first female pilot from Kano state. Fatima  who hails from Dambatta LGC, lives with her parents at Suleiman Crescent, Off Ahmadu Bello Way, Kano.  She was among the Kano state indigenes awarded scholarship by the state for a postgraduate programme in piloting after graduating with a first class degrees in 2012.

Fatima Abba Gwadabe was recently recognized by the the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) with inclusion in the prestigious FAA Airmen Certification Database, after successfully completing her programme.

Nigerian military kill 300 Boko Haram members, Capture their Equipment and Weapons (PHOTOS)

Press Release for Nigeria Defense Headquarters:

Mapping up operation of some of the communities where terrorists have been cleared in the course of ongoing air and land operations against terrorists has indicated massive casualty inflicted on them within the last two days of the counter terrorists operations. Over 300 terrorists were killed while a few were also captured. Several weapons and equipment were also captured and some destroyed.

It has been confirmed that that 5 different types of armoured fighting vehicles, an anti-aircraft gun, about 50 cases of packed bombs and 8 different types of Machine Guns, 5 Rocket Propelled Grenade, 49 boxes of various types and calibres of ammunition as well as 300 motorcycles destroyed in the fighting. A total of 6 Hilux vehicles including those mounted with anti-aircraft guns were also destroyed.

Here is Asari Dokubo's New Message to APC Leaders

Ok that's his take, whats your own? Leave your comments Below

NFF President Amaju Pinnick meets Arsenal Coach Arsene Wenger, FIFA president

Newly elected President of the Nigeria Football Federation Amaju Pinnick met with +Arsenal Manager Arsene Wenger yesterday seeking closer bond between country and club. Arsenal has agreed to work closely with NFF for better club players and country relationship. Amaju also met FIFA president Sepp Blatter in Switzerland yesterday. If we get a hold of any more reason Pinnick went on this trip be sure we will provide it to you. For now here are some other pictures:

Dwayne Johnson Heart Broken for the Surviving Daughter of Paul Walker

We can only imagine what she goes through every waking morning and his dad is no longer there, yes with time it would fade away but for her age, I think it would be very hard for her to let go of the memories easily, remember she recently shared a heartbroken picture of her dad and her at a tender age (Read Here). So that's what Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson feels and said his heart ''continues to break'' for Paul Walker's daughter.

The 42-year-old actor was left devastated when his 'Fast & Furious' co-star passed away in a car crash in November 2013 and he is particularly sad for his friend's daughter, 16-year-old Meadow, because he knew how much Paul loved her.

Dwayne - who has 13-year-old daughter Simone, with his ex-wife Dany Garcia - said: ''My heart broke for his family and it continues to break for his daughter. Paul and I talked all the time about how cool it is to be daddies to little girls. Our girls aren't so little but they'll always be little to us.''

Lifeless Female corpse found in Idiroko area of Lagos State

A lot people would say since it is election period, there are lots of rituals been done by power seeking politicians just to ensure they win in the forth coming election and this is a common trend in some parts of Nigeria. So is this why there are lots of corps found around the country?

The corpse of another woman was found this morning at the Idiroko area of Lagos. She was found lying by the side of the road. Her body has since been removed but the police and they are yet to identify her.

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NOT Cool! Angry Bride Writes Letter to Parent Uninviting them for Her Marriage

Lol, on a usual this looks like a wedding invitation letter but that is not what 23 year old Australian Alyssa Pearce is doing write here rather it is angry letter uninviting her parents to her wedding and she dare posted it online. 

The medical student left home when she was just 16 because she couldn't get along with her parents and said she hadn't had any contact with her parents in 7 years. She said she was surprised when they wrote to her asking for invites to her wedding.

US Intelligence says Rascism may not allow ISIS team up with Boko Haram

New report coming from NBC News suggest that racism won't allow Northen Regional terror Group ISIS team up with another dreaded terror group in the West, Boko Haram, (And we all say Amen!).

Long before ISIS militants beheaded Christians on a Libyan beach last week, Nigeria's Boko Haram was carrying out similar atrocities 1,500 miles to the south. Now that ISIS is operating in northern Africa, will the Syria-based organization join forces with the continent's largest Islamist terror group? Maybe not, say U.S. intelligence officials, and they suggest one obstacle is racism.

The Arab world is incredibly racist," explained a U.S. intelligence official. "They don't see black Africans as equivalent to them."

ISIS may show "affinity" with Boko Haram, said the official, "but they stop short of allegiance." Moreover, said the official, while Boko Haram has in the past year released videos to show "affiliation" with groups like ISIS, there's no evidence of either group sending members to fight with the other. And while Boko Haram has praised ISIS, and shown the ISIS flag in videos, ISIS has not reciprocated.

OMG! This is What Footballers Face when they undergo Surgery reveal by Andy Carroll (Graphic)

West Ham striker Andy Carroll has revealed several close-up and rather graphic images of his knee following ligament surgery this week by posting the pictures on Instagram.

Despite the frustrating injury setback he seemed in good spirits at least, using the caption, "That's knee modelling out the window!! Great job by Mr Andy Williams."

After suffering a ligament tear in a recent Premier League clash against Southampton it was confirmed that the 26-year-old would be out of action for the remainder of the season, despite initial hopes of a 4-6 week absence.

Kim K beg to end feud with Amber Rose cause She is 'worried Rose knows too much' about Her Hubby

In a bit to avoid public embarrassment or dealing with issues relating to family and the past Kim Kardashian is now reportedly worried that if the feud goes on Amber Rose will spill lots of Kanye West's secrets which has been kept away from the media.

Kanye dated Amber before he married Kim and Amber wed Wiz Khalifa but now Amber and Wiz are no longer together, and the model-and-actress has recently made headlines by implying he cheated on her multiple times during their marriage. She's also been stirring up trouble with the Kardashians after she was vocal with her thoughts on 17-year-old Kylie Jenner's, Kim's half sister, rumoured relationship with Tyga, who's eight years older than her.

The comments didn't go down well with Khloé Kardashian, who told Amber in no uncertain terms to mind her own business. This set off a slanging match, which has allegedly worried Kim.

Miley Cyrus' boyfriend Patrick Schwarzenegger,involved in car accident

Miley Cyrus' boyfriend was involved in a car accident last week but the good news is that nothing happened to him, guess these celebs needs to more careful when driving.

Patrick Schwarzenegger, who is the son of actor Arnold Schwarzenegger and ex-wife Maria Shriver, was reportedly driving in the San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles when an another driver came up and threw a full bottle of water at him before fleeing the scene.

A law enforcement source said the 21-year-old University of Southern California student allegedly started chasing the other car because he was angry.

Chelsea Fans Push Black man away from Entering Train with chants "We’re racist, we’re racist, and that’s the way we like it"

A shocking video of a group of Chelsea supporters singing a racist chant and preventing a black man from boarding the Métro in Paris has sparked widespread condemnation.

Amateur footage shows the man repeatedly trying to get onto a train, only to be shoved out of the door and back onto the platform. The fans are heard chanting "We’re racist, we’re racist, and that’s the way we like it".

The incident was filmed at the Richelieu-Drouot station ahead of Chelsea’s Champions League game against Paris Saint-Germain at Parc des Princes on 17 February, and released to the Guardian by British expatriate Paul Nolan.

Real Madrid looking for repeat of 2014 Champions League win over Schalke

Gelsenkirchen (Germany), Feb 18 (IANS) Real Madrid start the knock-out stage of the Champions League with a return trip to face German outfit FC Schalke 04 on Wednesday night. 

Last season saw Real come back from the first leg of their last 16 tie in the Veltins Arena with a 6-1 away win which virtually assured their progress into the quarterfinals, reports Xinhua. While a repeat performance is unlikely this time around, Real Madrid are still clear favourites to go through against a rival that has several players missing through injury.

Real have injury issues of their own and it looks as if central defender Pepe will force his recovery from a rib injury in order to try and give some extra experience in central defence. Real coach Carlos Ancelotti will either take a chance on the Portuguese international or continues to confide in the relatively inexperienced duo of Rafael Varene and Nacho Fernandez.

Unbelievable! Youtube Vlogger buys $1.5m mansion with Money from Blogging

Yay, this is a huge encourage to bloggers especially myself, just keep on going never give up! Youtube blogger +Zoella (Zoe Sugg) recently purchased a mansion worth one million pounds and she's inspiring a new generation of vloggers. Zoe began her career as a teenager in 2009 posting videos on YouTube about fashion and beauty from her bedroom.

But with seven million subscribers later the internet superstar better known as Zoella, has bought herself a £1million five-bedroom mansion in the Brighton area. Miss Sugg will share the house with blogger boyfriend Alfie Deyes, 21, and says that she has christened the house the 'Zalfie Pad.' 

After finishing her A-Levels at the local Corsham School - she took art, photography and textiles - the 24-year-old started an apprenticeship at an interior design company. Soon her YouTube channel, set up in 2009, became her full-time job, with more than six million subscribers and 12 million hits on her vlogs per month.

Report: Chinese Government gives 17 buses to Ghana

The Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, Ms Sun Baohong on Tuesday presented 17 ZhongTong buses to the Ministry of Transport for onward distribution to state institutions which need them.

The presentation of the 35–seater buses, which cost 10 million Chinese Yuan, was in partial fulfillment of the Economic and Technical Cooperation Agreement signed between the Governments of Ghana and China in 2009 and September 2010.

Receiving the buses, Mrs Dzifa Attivor, Minister of Transport, expressed her appreciation to the Chinese Government for its assistance to the economic development of Ghana over the years.

“Despite the long distance, cultural and socio-economic differences, cooperation in various fields have deepened, enhanced the existing cordial relations to the mutual benefits of both countries”, she said.

Choi! See Amber Rose's raunchy dance moves at Trinidad & Tobago Carnival (WATCH)

With the recent feud rising between Amber Rose and the Kardashian family, I guess this is another way of showing them what she got. So she is actually in T &T right now for a carnival and she decided to put up this raunchy video via her Instagram page to tease fans and show the Kardashian what she got.

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PHOTOS From Selena Gomez V Magazine Photoshoot that is Causing Outrage on the Internet

I saw this coming already, because Selena is not someone a lot of persons would expect this from but its not just in her going topless but the interpretation of the photos. V Magazine is under heavy backlash after their latest cover star, Selena Gomez appeared topless. It is said that she was made to look like popular children's character, Lolita. 

Many have said she was made up to look like a 12 year old topless girl which is feeding the fantasies of pedophiles..The 22 year old who naturally has a babyface looks so much younger due to the makeup and accessories used on her.

Eden Hazard was fouled 9 times by PSG and should be protected better, says Jose Mourinho

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has cried foul over Paris Saint-Germain targeting Eden Hazard during Tuesday’s 1-1 first leg draw at Paris. The Portuguese manager claimed that Hazard was fouled nine times during the match and called for greater protection for his key playmaker.

Mourinho claimed that the Belgian, who was one of the five Chelsea players who went on to the pitch on Tuesday carrying an injury, was taken down by an aggressive PSG side time and again. Mourinho has previously spoken of the necessity to protect Hazard, claiming that opponents intentionally target the Belgian.

He repeated his plea post the PSG match saying, “If he's another player he dives, stays on the floor, rolls in the grass, screams. He's asking for cards and cards and cards.”

FG blocks N208billion ghost workers scam in the Civil Service - Minister of Finance

The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Dr Ngozi Okonjo Iweala yesterdayrevealed that the federal government has blocked a N208.7 billion ghost workers scam in government parastatals and agencies after a biometric collection exercise carried out to get a proper data of federal civil servants revealed that 62,893 of the workers who were hitherto on the payroll of the federal government were ghost workers.

Speaking to newsmen in Abuja, the Minister said when the biometric exercise was introduced, most of the civil servants did not show up, an indication that they were ghost workers and after their disengagement, the federal government has been able to save about N208.7 billion usually expended as salaries and benefits on these ghost workers

RACISM? "Too many black players!" complains former Milan boss Arrigo Sacchi

What racism, maybe somebody should explain to this man that Africa footballers are the next big thing. Whats wrong if there are lots of black footballers? According to sportskeeda, former AC Milan and Italy coaching great Arrigo Sacchi has decided clarify his stand following the criticisms over his comment. Sacchi, on Monday, caused a stir after saying that there were too many black players in the Italian national setup.

Sacchi told Tuttosport at an award ceremony, “I'm certainly not racist and my history as a coach proves that, starting from [Frank] Rijkaard. But looking at the Viareggio tournament, I feel like saying that there are too many black players, even in the youth teams.”

Snooki Happy for Lady Gaga says She want an invite to the wedding!

American reality television personality Snooki has offered her congratulations to Lady Gaga upon her engagement.

The WWE Slammy Award winner posted a blog on her official website on Tuesday after it was revealed that Gaga's boyfriend Taylor Kinney had popped the question on Valentine's Day.

And in the blog post, Snooki joked that she would be entirely unhappy if she wasn't invited to the singer's big day.

Boko Haram vows to disrupt Nigeria Poll in Release new Video

The dreaded terrorist group Boko Haram Leader AbuBakr Shekau, has said in a new video purportedly released by the group that they will disrupt Nigeria forth coming elections.

In the video, released on social media on Tuesday and obtained by US based SITE intelligence group, Shekau issued a warning to the Goodluck Jonathan's government that next month's elections would be disrupted with violence.

Lady Gaga Glow at Her at Engagement dinner

Newly engage +Lady Gaga was picture ''glowing'' for her engagement dinner. Just few days after announcing her engagement to long time boyfriend, its been reported that +Lady Gaga has added some glowing looks to express her happiness 

The 28-year-old singer, whose boyfriend of four years, Taylor Kinney, proposed on Valentine's Day on Saturday (02.14.15), was ''very excited'' as they toasted the occasion with her parents at their restaurant, Joanne Trattoria, in Manhattan.

Eyewitness and Times-Herald Record executive editor Barry Lewis said he immediately ''knew something was up'' when he spotted the 'Applause' hitmaker entering the eatery with two bodyguards.

He told E! News: ''Suddenly, she puts out her hand and starts showing off her ring, just the way any newly engaged woman would. She wasn't loud, but she was very excited. I would say she was glowing.''

Tyga: Kylie Jenner is 'beautiful' but we are not dating

With the internet buzzing over the beef between Amber Rose and +Kim Kardashian that threw blow to Tyga and Kylie relationship, Tyga has come out to say in an interview that he thinks +Kylie Jenner  is ''a beautiful young woman,'' but says they aren't dating.

The 25-year-old rapper, who split from Blac Chyna last year, with whom he has two-year-old son, King Cairo, insists he didn't dump the 26-year-old model for the 17-year-old reality TV star.

He said: ''I'm not dating Kylie, I just want to get that out of the way. I want to be clear to everybody that I didn't leave my family to be with Kylie. That's ridiculous. Me and [Blac] Chyna, we broke up almost close to a year [ago] now, because of the decision we made, and things in our relationship that weren't going right, [so we] decided to split to raise an emotionally stable kid.''