One of the World's tallest Residential Buildings in Dubai gutted by Fire

Report early today from LIB says the Dubai Marina Torch, an 86-storey building which stands (1,105 ft), was engulfed by fire in the early hours of today forcing a mass evacuation. The fire reportedly started around the 52nd floor then moved to the lower parts of the building. Thousands of residents were evacuated from the high-rise and it took more than a dozen fire trucks to extinguish the flames.

Authorities say there were no reports of deaths or injuries from the Marina Torch fire and the cause of the fire is not immediately clear.

Report: Group Hails Military’s Recent Successes Against Boko Haram

A civil society organisation, Citizens Advocacy for Social and Economic Rights, has applauded the recent gains recorded by the Nigerian Armed Forces against the Boko Haram.

This was contained in a statement by the Executive Director, CASER, Mr Frank Tietie, and made available to the News Agency of Nigeria in Abuja on Saturday.

The statement read, “The recent success of the Nigerian Armed Forces against the insurgents is highly commendable.

“Bravo to our forces. God bless the Nigerian Armed Forces”.

The organisation praised the country’s armed forces for being focused in the ongoing offensive against Boko Haram, despite the “overwhelming peculiarities of the insurgency war against Nigeria”.

It added, “Much of our country is relatively safe today against a well-orchestrated Boko Haram conflagration against Nigeria.

Lol! Kanye West hits back at Amber Rose says "He took 30 showers after dating her"

We all saw this coming and was becoming worried because Kanye has been quiet all along this feud going on with is ex Amber Rose and wife Kim. So to get back at Rose, Kanye West he had to take "30 showers" after dating Amber Rose.

The outspoken rapper blasted his former lover - who has launched a war of words against his wife Kim Kardashian West and her family - for "soaking" in his fame and insisted his association with her meant no one else wanted to be with him.

He said: "She's just soaking in the moment... If Kim had dated me when I first wanted to be with her, there wouldn't be Amber Rose...

"It's very hard for a woman to want to be with someone that's with Amber Rose. I had to take like 30 showers before I got with Kim... Don't ask me anymore, I wanna be respectful."

The 'FourFiveSeconds' hitmaker - who has 19-month-old daughter North with Kim - believes his wife's "power" stems from her body and has defended her recent naked photoshoots, including where she posed nude for Paper magazine in a bid to "break the internet".

He said: "It's important for her to stand up, I think, in all of her glory and power. Her power is in her body, in her nudity. Her power's in her mind; her power's in her family - but body is one of her powers...

"She's gonna create a legacy... She can get naked if she wants to; it's not illegal. Think about this, if Adam and Eve ate the apple, we'd all be naked."

Kanye recently unveiled his new Yeezy Boost x Adidas Originals shoe collection and thinks his brand has been improved by his connection to his wife's family name.

When asked whether he felt the Kardashian brand had hurt the Kanye brand on a business level, he replied: "No, it's helped because it shows my ability to bridge the gap...

"I show people the power of what happens when you work together and now, Kim can sell a dress faster than any magazine cover."

The 37-year-old rapper also praised his "smart" friend Tyga, 25, for getting in "early" with his 17-year-old sister-in-law Kylie Jenner.

He told Power 105's The Breakfast Club: "I think he got in early; I think he was smart.

"They're closer in age than a lot of relationships I know."

[BANG Showbiz]

Actress Julia Roberts loses mother at age 80

Popular Hollywood Actress Julia Roberts' beloved mother has died aged 80.

The 47-year-old actress has been left heartbroken after Betty Lou Bredemus passed away this morning (19.02.15) after losing her battle with lung cancer, according to PEOPLE.com.

Betty had been living with Julia, her husband Daniel Moder and their three children at her Los Angeles home but it is thought she died at St John's Health Center in Santa Monica, California.

It is believed Betty had been suffering with the disease for some time following reports a cancerous tumour was discovered on her lung during a routine MRI scan in November 2013.

The death of Betty Lou comes just 12 months after her daughter Nancy Motes - Julia's half-sister - died from an drugs overdose.

The shocking death was declared as suicide last May following various toxicology tests and an autopsy.

Officials revealed at the time that Nancy, 37, was discovered drowned in her bath on February 9, 2014, after taking various substances. Her body was also found with a note.

The 'August: Osage County' star admitted previously that her sibling's sudden death had hit her and their family hard.

She said: "It's just heartbreak ... You don't want anything bad to happen to anyone, but there are so many tragic, painful, inexplicable things in the world. But [as with] any situation of challenge and despair, we must find a way, as a family. It's so hard to formulate a sentence about it outside the weepy huddle of my family. ... Meditation or chanting or any of those things can be so joyous and also very quieting."

[BANG Showbiz]

Chelsea invite Paris Metro victim to return leg against PSG

Chelsea will invite the man denied access to a Paris Metro train by a group of the club's fans to attend their game against PSG.

Souleymane S, the man denied access to a Paris Metro train by a number of Chelsea supporters this week, will be invited to their UEFA Champions League second-leg meeting with Paris Saint-Germain.

The 33-year-old Parisian, who is black, was blocked from entering the carriage at the Richelieu-Drouot station before being pushed back onto the platform while the group sang racially charged songs.

The incident took place prior to the first leg of Chelsea's last-16 meeting with PSG, which ended 1-1.

Pep Guardiola rubbishes Lewandowski rift rumours

Robert Lewandowski was not dropped against Shakhtar Donetsk because of a rift, insists Bayern Munich head coach Pep Guardiola.

Pep Guardiola has rubbished reports that his relationship with Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski has become strained in recent months.

The Poland international was dropped to the bench on Tuesday as Guardiola opted for Thomas Muller in attack in Bayern's UEFA Champions League trip to Lviv, a move that appeared to backfire as the Bundesliga champions were held to a goalless draw by Shakhtar Donetsk.

158 kidnapped Victims by Boko Haram reunite with families in Yobe

A total of 158 Women and children abducted by Boko Haram insurgents from Katarko village in Yobe have been reunited with their families in Damaturu, Yobe. The victims were released by the sect members after three weeks of captivity. Alhaji Ahmed Goniri, the state Commissioner for Justice and Chairman of the State Committee on Rehabilitation of Victims of Insurgency, said this while addressing newsmen in Damaturu on Thursday.

“The victims were screened by security operatives to authenticate their status while government provided them with psychological therapy to ease their trauma,” Goniri said.

NAN reports that the victims were released by the insurgents three weeks ago but remained in custody of security agencies to undergo screening to ensure that they were indeed captives. Alhaji Abdurahman Dauda, a displaced person, said his wife and six girls were released by the insurgents.

Awww! Watch Amber Rose twerks in Water

#SocaVibes 👅

A video posted by Amber Rose (@amberrose) on Feb 19, 2015 at 7:47am PST

Amber is been going weird the few weeks, whats she aiming at we don't know yet

Wow! Checkout this Boko Haram armoured tank captured by Nigeria troops in Michika

Above is a Boko Haram Armor Tank captured by Nigeria Troops at Michika, Adamawa State. This is War Ooo, Can't believe they are actually equip with such Machines.

Devilish!!! Alfa kills friend, shares body parts

The police in Lagos state have arrested a Muslim cleric named Fatai Afobaje (pictured far left) for conniving with some of his friends including a security officer (middle) to kill and share the body parts of his bosom friend, 40 year old Kwara indigene, Rafiu Suleiman (pictured right) for money rituals at Oko Agbonla, Magbon in Badagry area of Lagos state on Friday February 13th.

According to Punch, Alfa Fatai and Suleiman became friends after they met inside a public transport where Suleiman paid for the transport fare of Alfa Fatai as a mark of respect. After that, the two became friends. 

Photo of Minister of Youth Development as He breaks down after seeing Boko Haram havoc in Adamawa

So touching, it goes to show the extent of damage BH Group has render to the town. Minister of Youth Development and former Governor of Adamawa state, Boni Haruna, broke down yesterday after seeing the widespread destruction done to some villages by Boko Haram in Adamawa state. 

The Minister was part of a federal government delegation sent to carry out first hand inspection of areas that have been recaptured from Boko Haram in the North East with a view to rehabilitate the area and the villagers who are already returning back to their villages. More Pictures Below:

ThrowBack: Checkout President Jonathan's Graduation & Youth Service Photo

Here is a throwback photo of our President, Lol it is not the photo that is hiting the internet but the inscription that Can Buhari Show us his own? Can He?

#HardWorkPays: MC Galaxy "@realmcgalaxy" Acquire New Home

Thanks to ALMIGHTY GOD AND my fans dat supported me to dis level, Dont ever underrate urself cus everything is possible if u just believe and work hard. Thank u Lord ,,,,,,,,, a special thanks to @trnproperties ,,,,,,,,,, MY NEW HOUSE, God way do am for me go do am for you Amen #okokobioko

A photo posted by THE KING OF DANCE IN AFRICA (@realmcgalaxy) on Feb 19, 2015 at 1:26am PST

Such a Beautiful House, He is a prove that Hard Work Pays ... Congrate, Oya Sakem

SCARY! Read Article "Boundaries" - By Charly Boy

Area Father as he is fondly called just wrote an article to explain the scary signage in front of his house. Read Below:

Boldly displayed in front of my house is this signage: We Shoot To Kill. Trespassers Will Be Violated.

Why this provocative warning? Many may wonder, perhaps many more are careful to hang around my property, before they get shot for loitering, for nothing. Well, just putting people on notice that I will violently defend my territory at all times; just like the dog and animals generally, pee on objects to mark their boundaries/territories. Yes, I don mark my territory bedat, no messing around.

Though I have not shot anyone yet, I will not hesitate to use extreme violence in defending my territory if push comes to shove. Yes, I will shoot to kill first, then ask questions later. Yesooo.

When there is heavy rainfall, we need umbrella; when our homes are dirty we need broom to sweep off the dirt, and when there is unfettered increase in crime/violence, we need weapons to defend and protect us and our loved ones at all times.

So Funny! This Reporter Mistakes Obama Picture for Rape Suspect

Two days after illustrating a story about an unsolved rape with a picture of Barack Obama, San Diego Fox affiliate KSWB-TV read an on-air apology to clarify that no, the President is not the sole suspect in a sexual assault at San Diego University.

"And we have an apology now," said anchor Misha DiBono on Sunday. "Friday night at 10 o'clock, we inadvertently used a photo of President Obama while reporting on a story about charges being dropped in a local case."

Wiz Khalifa: Amber Rose Has Our Son Living in Disgusting Dirt (See Photo Proof)

Wiz seems to be really serious about his claim that Amber Rose is not worthy of having custody of their son. Now it is reported according to TMZ that Wiz Khalifa will offer photo evidence Amber Rose's home is too dirty and unsafe for their toddler -- which is why Wiz wants to change their custody agreement.

TMZ broke the story ... Wiz is gearing up to demand an increase in the amount of time he gets with their 1-year-old son Sebastian -- and we're told these photos will be part of his case.

One of the images shows dog poop strewn across a backyard patio. As we told you one of the complaints from Wiz's camp is Amber's dog eats its own feces and then licks Sebastian's face.

Veteran journalist and Publisher for Bravo magazine , Dada Eriye dies

So sad! Veteran Journalist Dada is Gone! Dada Eriye who hails from Delta State, was reported to have died yesterday, February 18, 2015 at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), Idiaraba after suffering severe burns from a generator accident in his house during the weekend (February 14, Valentine’s day). 

According to his colleagues, Dada was refueling his generator at about 11.30pm on Saturday Feb. 14 when the accident occurred causing severe burns. He was rushed to LUTH where he was placed on life support machine. He died yesterday. 

RIP Dada ...

Nick Gordon begs Family to Let Him see her Girlfriend, Bobbi Kristina Brown

This is a very painful feeling where you can't be with the one you love in such times as Bobbi Kristina Brown now. Nick has been quoted "desperate to visit her girlfriend in hospital".

Nick Gordon, 25, has begged the 21-year-old aspiring singer's family to let him see her at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta, where she is still fighting for her life after being found face down in her bathtub on January 31.

In a statement, his lawyer, Randall Kessler, said: ''[Nick] has respected the family's wishes and for that reason alone has not returned to the hospital and risked a public confrontation.''

Haba! See Illegal Immigrant Who Pay Between 300 - 500 Naira To Enter Nigeria

A suspected illegal immigrant from the Niger Republic, Shuaib Kaneda, says many illegal immigrants usually entered Nigeria by paying between N300 and N500 to unidentified persons.

Shuaib added that he had spent eight years in Nigeria, but could not acquire valid documents before he was arrested by officials of the Nigeria Immigration Service, Lagos State Command.

The 34-year-old was among 82 illegal immigrants paraded on Wednesday at the command’s office in Alagbon, Lagos.

The suspects were said to have been arrested at different parts of the Lagos Island area after an intelligence report.

Shuaib was arrested along with a relative, Idris, who had spent barely one year in the country when he was caught.

@LadyGaga gush on been the happiest bride-to-be!

Need to say that one of the biggest news for a lady especially a celebrity of this class is to find someone that would love her and ready to deal with all her flaws. So no need to imagine the feeling that is going through the Gaga Lady right now. 

Lady Gaga loves how her fiancé Taylor Kinney is ensuring she's “such a happy bride-to-be”. The 28-year-old Bad Romance singer, real name Stefani Germanotta, confirmed on Monday she is engaged to wed the 33-year-old Chicago Fire actor.

And Gaga adores the ring he presented to her, because the details he inscribed on the piece of jewellery evoke a lot of loving memories.

“My favorite part of my engagement ring, Taylor and Lorraine designed 'TS' in white diamonds on the band (sic),” she wrote in a post in Instagram, which featured a close-up shot of the band. “He always called me by my birth name. Since our very first date. I'm such a happy bride-to-be! I can't stop smiling!!”

Lol! Upset Iggy Azalea taking a break from social media

Following recent feud with fellow celebrity like Nicki Minaj, Eve and also Snoop Dogg, rapper has decided to take a break off her twitter social media page. She announce this few hours ago and was really angry with the trolls, who constantly lambaste her on the social networking site. 

Iggy says she needs to be happy and the negative energy on twitter is too much for her. See all tweets below:

Katy Perry two months pregnancy and Marriage Rumours Not True

Katy Perry not even thinking of starting a family now or can't even think about getting pregnant not just now as she is still learning in taking care of herself.

On Wednesday, America's OK! Magazine ran a cover story claiming that the 30-year-old singer is two months pregnant with her first child with John Mayer.

However, sources close to the Firework star have revealed that starting a family is pretty low on Katy's priority list right now.

“Katy is not pregnant,” a source told MailOnline. “She can't even think about getting pregnant right now. She is in the middle of her world tour.”

Drake considering parting ways with Cash Money Records

Finally Drake is reportedly considering parting ways with Cash Money Records after the unending feud that seem to rock the record label and Lil Wayne who Drake long time friend. Will he join Lil Wayne Young Money? Read On

The 28-year-old rapper shocked the world when he released 17-song album If You're Reading This It's Too Late to iTunes with no prior announcement on February 12.

Drake's longtime friend and collaborator Lil Wayne hit Cash Money Records with a $51 million lawsuit last month and rumours are rife this legal affair inspired his surprise LP release.

“Drake is probably frustrated,” a source told Page Six of his alleged perspective on his relationship with Cash Money. “He's gotten to a point where he wants more.”

Here are More Unretouched Pictures of Beyonce Thats Making The Internet Freaking Out

Is that the Beyonce people refer to as goddess? So all yo ladies that go all the way to look like her, I hope you change your mind after seeing this. 

Gawker report that about two hundred and twenty-four apparently unretouched photos of self-styled Queen Bey Beyoncé were leaked on a website called The Beyoncé World yesterday, sending shockwaves across the one inhabited by lot of fans. They come from commercial and ad shoots for L'Oréal's2013 Feria and Infallible campaigns and should make you and Solange feel a little bit more secure about yourselves.

While The Beyoncé World deleted the trove of pics within about an hour, Complex managed to grab a few of them. Please take a deep breath...and then another one...and check them out below.

Lol! This Man Alleged Policemen Brutality But Camera Record Show He actually was Punching Himself in Face

Very funny incident, the man thought he could play the Police on this but never knew camera where capturing the scene. Gawker report that, in a video released Tuesday, a California man who accused Oregon police of giving him two black eyes is shown to have beaten himself instead, The Register-Guard reports.

After getting arrested in January on charges of stalking and first-degree sexual abuse, 33-year-old Aleksander Robin Tomaszewski filed an assault complaint against detectives, claiming they had been beaten him.

Unfortunately for Tomaszewski, jail cameras told a different story. From The Oregonian:

Rapper Vanilla Ice charged in US burglary

Gone Broke? Seems when this celeb go broke they would do anything just to keep up pretense. Rap artist Vanilla Ice, who stormed to worldwide fame over two decades ago with smash-hit "Ice Ice Baby," has been taken into custody and charged with burglary and grand theft, US police said.

Real name Robert Van Winkle, he allegedly stole several items between December and February from a foreclosed property adjacent to one he was renovating, the Lantana Police Department in Florida said in a statement.

Van Winkle, 47, provided a sworn statement to police and was taken into custody on Wednesday, according to Lantana police, who said the pilfered goods included a pool heater and furniture.

REVEALED! Rihanna is dating Leonardo DiCaprio's friend

Amidst reports last year that Rihanna and Leonardo DiCaprio where dating and even rumours of her been pregnant for him has been brought to an halt. Reason been that It has now be rumoured again that Rihanna is dating Leonardo DiCaprio's friend Richie Akiva.

The R&B superstar and Hollywood heartthrob have been rumored to have been romancing each other since New Year's Eve (31.12.14) which they celebrated in St. Barths and they have been spotted together on numerous occasions at various night spots.

However, it has now been claimed the reason for their numerous liaisons is that Rihanna is actually dating club mogul Richie Akiva, who has been pals with DiCaprio for years, and the two stars are just friends.

Three Al Jazeera Journalist who were in an Egyptian jail for more than 400 days awarded British Television Prize

Three Al Jazeera journalists who were in an Egyptian jail for more than 400 days have been awarded a prestigious British journalism prize .

The Royal Television Society on Wednesday presented its Judges' Award to Peter Greste, Baher Mohamed and Mohamed Fahmy in recognition of an outstanding contribution to the advancement of television journalism.

"Tonight the RTS recognises the three 'brothers' as Peter has called them. The released one and two on bail; Peter Greste, Mohamed Fahmy and Baher Mohamed. 

"Men who conducted themselves with enormous dignity and courage in the face of continued uncertainty about their fate. And we also recognise the commitment of the people who have campaigned and continue to campaign for the release of the two on bail.”

Rapper Nicki Minaj's Tour Manager Killed in Philadelphia

Nicki Minaj is “so sad” after two of her crew members were stabbed during an altercation in Philadelphia on Tuesday.

According to TMZ De'Von Pickett, 29, who worked as the rapper's road and tour manager was killed while another crew member, 27-year-old Eric Parker, was left in a critical condition. And the Super Bass singer seemingly confirmed the reports by posting a photograph of the two men on Instagram on Wednesday morning.

“These guys flew into Philly for my tour rehearsals 2 days ago and were both stabbed last night. #RIPDAYDAY condolences to your family. Unbelievable,” she wrote. “Eric (on the right) is recovering. Another senseless act of violence that took the life of a great guy. So sad.(sic)”

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.