Thursday, 30 May 2013

Wind threatens Kim K's modesty

KIM Kardashian almost gets caught out by a gust of wind as she waves to fans in Los Angeles.

The stars who look far sexier now than they did 15 years ago

Sharon Stone looks better at 55, left, than she did in 1998

SHARON Stone stunned the punters in Cannes this week with her incredible appearance.

The Basic Instinct star glowed in a low-cut blue gown at the premiere of Behind The Candelabra.

At 55, she's a knockout - and, some would say, looks better than she has in years.

And she's not the only female star to just get sexier with age.

Stunning Sharon rolls back the years at Cannes

Sharon Stone and gem boss at Cannes bash

Sharon and gem boss at Cannes bash

The movie beauty Sharon Stone 55, rolled back the years last night with a dazzling red carpet display at the Cannes Film Festival in France.

Twenty years after she steamed up the big screen in psychological thriller Basic Instinct, Stone showed she's barely aged - sporting a cutaway scarlet dress slashed up to the thigh.

PHOTOS: The Blue Carpet Treatment At The 2013 Billboard Music Awards

The Billboard Music Awards 2013 held on May 19, 2013 brought out the best of dressers to the blue carpet who dazzled and bedazzled.

Check out the glamorous dresses from JLo, Kelly Rowland, Miley Cyrus, Taylor Swift and more…

Some of David Beckham's Most Memorable Hair dos in Soccer Career

A selection of Beckham's iconic haircuts

David Beckham is best known for his footballing highs and lows, relationship with Posh Spice and semi-nude pants ads for Armani by many people.

But let’s not forget his vast array of barnets over the years, demonstrating a fondness for the hairdresser’s chair to rival the likes of obsessive appearance-shifters Rihanna and Madonna.

The hotel heiress, who has long been a magnet for stalkers and burglars, has revealed she feared she would die at the hands of a knife-wielding maniac.

Bravely she relived that terror while playing herself in a similar situation in crime film - The Bling Ring, which premieres at Cannes this month.

Michael Douglas reveals doctors missed his cancer for NINE months

Michael Douglas has revealed how doctors missed his cancer for nine months despite his tumour being the size of a walnut on his tongue.

In his most candid interview on his cancer battle, he said: “I knew something was wrong...my tooth was really sore, and I thought I had an infection.

Angelina Jolie’s surgeon has revealed that she was back to work four days after her double mastectomy.

Dr Kristi Funk who operated on the Salt star at the Pink Lotus Breast Center said the she was already thinking about her next movie project before the post-op tubes were removed.

Selena Gomez in stunning behind the scenes snaps of new video Come & Get It

Selena Gomez films for her new video "COME & GET IT" during the day one shooting

In just four days of being posted on YouTube, the official video has been viewed more than 14 MILLION times.

And it might feel like you’ve already seen the four minutes of Come & Get It brilliance after Selena Gomez has spent the last few months releasing clip after teaser after sneak peek after preview etc.

6 things we'll miss about 'American Idol' judge Randy Jackson

You can’t boot Randy Jackson from “American Idol,” no matter what the rumor mill says. Instead, the only original judge remaining announced Thursday that he’s voluntarily leaving the show following next week’s finale.

His exit has been talked about for years, and he’s seemed less comfortable with every change the show has made since the original crew broke up. Amid all the chaos over the past few “Idol” seasons, Randy’s been the one constant on the panel. He outlasted Simon Cowell and Paula Abdul, survived the Kara DioGuardi and Ellen DeGeneres era, and along with

Jigawa plants 15m trees to mitigate climate change impact

Jigawa Government said on Thursday that it had planted 15 million trees as parts of measures aimed atcontrolling desertification and climate change.

The state Director of Forestry, Malam Idris Umar, disclosed this to newsmen at the ongoing 9th National Council on Environment meeting in Makurdi.

Gombe Govt. to train 1,000 youths in skills acquisition

Gombe State Ministry of Youths and Poverty Alleviation on Friday said it would train 1,000 youths in welding, fabrication, tiling and Plaster of Paris (POP) technologies to create job opportunities.

Dr. Daniel Musa, the Permanent Secretary of the ministry said in Gombe that the training would begin soon.

The Federal Government has approved N10 billion as part of its efforts to control desertification in 11 states in the northern part of the country.

The Minister of Environment, Mrs. Hadiza Mailafia, said this in her keynote address at the ongoing National Council on Environment in Makurdi.

Naked Kate Moss unveiled as face and body of St Tropez, plus behind the scenes video

Watch the unseen video of supermodel Mossy and see more pictures which include nude planking to show off her perfect tan

In the ad, Kate - ultimate icon of British cool - is wearing nothing but a St. Tropez tan as she lounges on a white board above the aqua marine sea.

Sharon Osbourne will be unveiled next week as the new X Factor judge after finally agreeing a £1.5million deal to return to the show.

The star has agreed terms with ITV bosses who have now drawn up a draft statement confirming her reappointment.

A Lagos based lawyer Mr Ikechukwu Chiaha on Wednesday told a Federal High Court, Lagos, that he lost a brief worth N50 million due to flight cancellation by Arik Airline Limited.

Chiaha was testifying at the resumed hearing of his suit against the airline over alleged cancellation of his flight to Abuja.

The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has advised Gov. Rochas Okorocha of Imo to re-think his decision to join the yet to be registered All Progressive Congress (APC).

Okorocha at a rally in Owerri as part of activities to mark his government’s two years in office, formally declared for the APC.

NSCDC nabs 2 over contract scam

By Enakeno Oju

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Kwara on Wednesday arrested two persons for allegedly defrauding some residents in the guise of getting them contracts and jobs.

Beyoncé stands out in inducing Givenchy gown at Met Ball

ARTICLE | MAY 8, 2013 - 8:55PM | BY ENAKENO OJU

Beyoncé attended the Met Ball in the Big Apple and opted for a black and gold dress which ensured she stood out on the red carpet.

Bey struck every pose she could conjure up as she arrived at the fashion event where she wore the unusual Givenchy gown.

Mel B in talks with ITV to replace Tulisa on X Factor

Simon Cowell and ITV bosses are hoping to spice up the X Factor by making Mel B a new judge.

The Spice Girl is in protracted talks with chiefs to replace Tulisa on the 10th series but the only stumbling block is her busy schedule.

Mel recently moved back to Los Angeles as the new judge on another of Simon’s shows, America’s Got Talent, and filming clashes with the X Factor’s opening auditions.

RiRi Ri-charging in Hawaii

Diamond in the sun ... Rihanna on Hawaii holiday

RIHANNA looks like she’s really taken a shine to Hawaii.

Rihanna's intimate birthday on the beach with Chris Brown

Rihanna and Chris Brown frolic on the beach as the pop beauty enjoys a romantic birthday with her man.

The couple were immersed in deep conversation during their intimate coastal outing in Hawaii before strolling along the sand hand-in-hand.

Rihanna who turned 25 on Wednesday donned a bikini but covered up in a cropped top and a netted skirt that did little to conceal her peachy derriere.

Chris sported a New York Yankees T-shirt and typically wore his shorts several inches beneath his backside. Fortunately, he was also wearing underpants.

The We Found Love star fled to Hawaii after debuting her River Island collection earlier this week.

Duchess of Cambridge shows off baby bump at first official engagement

Daily Times Nigeria ARTICLE | FEBRUARY 19, 2013 - 3:52PM | BY ENAKENO OJU

The Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton showed off her baby bump for the first time in public today as she attended her first official engagement of the year.

She looked radiant wearing a summery high-street Max Mara dress, which showed off her small bump.

Police Redeploys State Commissioners

DAILY TIMES NIGERIA ARTICLE | FEBRUARY 13, 2013 - 7:01PM | BY ENAKENO OJU

Inspector General of Police (IGP) MD Abubakar on Wednesday approved the immediate redeployment of some Police Commissioners to various Commands and Formations of the Force across the country.

Gov. Aliyu dissolves cabinet

...close aides affected as House begins screening of new nominees tomorrow
ARTICLE | FEBRUARY 13, 2013 - 6:46PM | BY ENAKENO OJU

The Niger State Governor Mu’azu Babangida Aliyu has on Wednesday dissolved his cabinet and submitted the names of his close aides and others to the State House of Assembly for screening as commissioners.

Although, there had been waves in the air that some commissioners were seriously lobbying to be reappointed into the cabinet but the chief servant as the governor is popularly called was not perturbed.

Some Valentine's Day Celebration Tips

Some Valentine's Celebration Tips | Daily Times Nigeria

ARTICLE | FEBRUARY 13, 2013 - 6:39PM | BY ENAKENO OJU

Come tomorrow 14th February 2013 the whole world will be celebrating Valentine’s Day.

It is a very important day as people express their love to loved ones and exchange gifts as well as perform certain activities to commemorate this day.

Keshi after resignation saga...says he is confident of Confederations Cup challenge |

Nigeria coach Stephen Keshi has sorted out his difference with his employers. He is all set again for duty. He says the African champions will be intent on lifting the Confederations Cup when they travel to Brazil in June.

Scarlet lady: Rihanna said she 'loved the colour' of her stunning custom made gown which looked slightly see-through

Mint green goddess: Perry told Ryan Seacrest she was inspired by Priscilla Presley's 1960s style for the red carpet

Keeping it classic: Taylor Swift and Carrie Underwood stole the show at the Grammy Awards in downtown Los Angeles on Sunday night

Rihanna, Taylor Swift and Katy Perry stole the show in the fashion stakes at the Grammy Awards on Sunday night.

The trio kept things classic in stunning floor length gowns as they strutted out onto the red carpet at the Staples Centre in downtown Los Angeles.

Nigeria's coach Keshi resigns one day after winning 2013 Afcon title | Daily Times Nigeria ARTICLE | FEBRUARY 11, 2013 - 7:28PM | BY IKENNA AGU

The Super Eagles coach has submitted his resignation to the Nigerian Football Federation, after a dramatic falling out with the governing body 24 hours after picking up the trophy.

Plain Jane: The 37-year-old actress added a hint of colour to her look with a pair of amber earrings as she wore her hair back in a ponytail

No one has forgotten what she wore last year! Angelina made her thigh a talking point at the 2012 Oscars

Last Night 2012 Oscars

Angelina Jolie made her rounds last year in various stunning gowns during award show season.

Not to be forgotten easily is the leggy showing gown she put on during the Oscars as she stood with husband Brad Pitt on her arm. Angelina definitely made her thigh a talking point at the 2012 Oscars.

Ben Affleck leads BAFTA winners with double Argo triumph | Daily Times

Ben Affleck leads BAFTA winners with double Argo triumph | Daily Times Nigeria

By Enakeno Oju

That's better: Affleck posed up with George Clooney and Grant Heslvov as the trio celebrated after winning Best Film for Argo

Ben Affleck was the biggest winner at the 2013 EE British Academy Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Awards held in London's Covent Garden last night. His political thriller "Argo" stole the show in the major categories.

The Iranian hostage drama directed by Ben Affleck picked up the BAFTAs for Best Film and Best Director.

Careful now: Gabrielle could very easily have tripped over in her sky high platform heels

All smiles: Gabrielle looked in high spirits as she chatted with the hosts of BET's popular weekday show

Strike a pose: The seasoned model and actress brought a touch of glamour to the music video countdown show

She's famous for playing a cheerleader in the hit movie Bring It On.

Actress Gabrielle Union tapped into that same young, cheeky persona when she appeared on BET's 106 and park over the weekend in New York.

The 37-year-old defied her years in a short bubble-pink dress that showed off her slender legs.

Alessandra Ambrosio models the latest in ladies lingerie for February's Victoria's Secret catalogue

Alessandra Ambrosio models the latest in ladies lingerie for February's Victoria's Secret catalogue | Daily Times Nigeria

Article | February 2, 2013 - 7:20pm | By Enakeno Oju

She's been a Victoria's Secret angel for over a decade - and she still proves she has what it takes. Images from the latest Victoria's Secret catalogue were released on Friday, showing a trim and fit Alessandra Ambrosio doing what she does best: posing in some lingerie.

'I slept with Lady Gaga' reveals former Personal Assistant | Daily Times Nigeria

Article | February 2, 2013 - 9:51pm | By Enakeno Oju

Lady Gaga's former PA claims she went extra mile for the Born This Way singer.

Jennifer O’Neill, who is currently suing the 26-year-old for unpaid overtime, has revealed in court depositions that she shared the same bed as Gaga during her Monster's Ball tour in 2010.

'I was by her side virtually 24 hours a day, seven days a week,” O’Neill said in her deposition. 'That includes sleeping in the same bed with her. Because she did not sleep alone.'

Michael Lohan and girlfriend welcome a baby boy | Daily Times Nigeria

Article | January 31, 2013 - 1:29pm | By Enakeno Oju

While Lindsay Lohan was facing the judge on Wednesday, her father, Michael Lohan was welcoming his newborn son.

A new year for Oprah Winfrey Begins... | Daily Times Nigeria

Article | January 30, 2013 - 4:30pm | By Enakeno Oju

Oprah Gail Winfrey, one of the most successful women of our time, has started another year in life as she turned 59 yesterday January 29th.

The television personality, philanthropist, producer, actress, and all-around inspiration to millions was born in poverty to a single teenage mother in Mississippi, she was taught to read by the age of 3 by her grandmother Hattie Mae. Oprah credits her grandmother for giving her a “positive sense of [herself]” and encouraging her. Her grandmother once said that as soon as she could speak, Oprah was on stage and “interviewing” her dolls and animals!

She had a rough childhood, but as a teenager moved to live with Vernon Winfrey, whom she calls her father, and became an honour student, joined the speech team, and won the superlative “most popular.” She won the Miss Black Tennessee pageant at the age of 17, and was invited to do part-time news coverage locally. This was all Oprah needed to capture the hearts and minds of many, and start to work her way up the ladder.

After nationally launching The Oprah Winfrey Show in 1986, the mega-mogul has continued to blow us away, year after year. Oprah’s show is the highest-rated program of its kind in history (no big deal), and has created its own genre of intimate confessional conversations.
The media proprietor owns her own production company (Harpo), co-founded Oxygen Media, created O, The Oprah Magazine in one of the most successful magazine launches in recent history, shares her opinions with her book club, which is the largest in the world, and has formed her own channel, OWN. She has starred in and done voice-overs for movies, co-authored five books. To say she’s kind of a big deal is the understatement of the century. This woman has almost literally taken over the world.

Thismost influential woman in the world is an inspiration to many people, and there's no other television host who can move people to action like she can. Below are some of the tips she has passed on that can turn your life around.
Believe in Yourself
"If you're not looking at the shadows, at what is subconsciously running through that tape in your mind. Telling yourself that you're not good enough, you're not worthy enough . . . if you're not conscious of that, then you end up acting out of that belief system and not out of what you know to be the truest or want to be the truest of yourself."
Be Brave
"The only courage you ever need is the courage to fulfill the dreams of your own life."
You Become What You Believe
"Your life is a reflection of the way you think . . . you are creating your own reality show every day, in every experience and every encounter . . . what you believe is what you become, and one person can make a difference and that person is you."
Respect Money
"If you disrespect money, it slips through your fingers."
Success Takes Work
"It doesn’t just happen. There is a process [for success]. . . . It’s up to each individual to figure out . . . what that process is in their life."
It Is Never Too Late
"It's never too late to achieve [what] you believe. . . . It's never too late to have a wake-up call. All life is about growing to be who you are most meant to be, the best version of yourself and that even if it takes a disaster in your life, there's always time until you take your last breath, to recognize that you have the power."
Let Go of the Past
"Forgiveness is giving up the hope that the past can be any different. . . . And I know many of you, you think forgiving means accepting what has happened to you. Well, it is accepting that it has happened to you. Not accepting that it was OK for it to happen; it is accepting that it has happened and now what do I do about it. Forgiving is giving up the hope. Not holding on, hoping, wishing that it could’ve been any other way than it actually was. Giving up the hope that the past could be any different. And when I got that, I think it took me to the next level of being a better person, because I don't hold grudges for anything, any situation, and neither should you. It's letting go, so that the past does not hold you prisoner, so that it does not hold you hostage
If you allow the past to define your present, then you never actually really get to live the life that you were meant to live, because you're always holding on to what was and always holding and defining yourself by what was or what should've been or what could've been."
What Goes Around, Comes Around
"The energy you're putting out is coming back all the time. . . . For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction."
When You Know Better
"When you know better, you do better . . . you know how freeing those words are? How freeing they can be for you? What it means is, you don't have to hold yourself hostage to who you used to be or anything you ever used to do. Because who has lived and hasn't made mistakes?"
Slow Down
"Slow down, because the only moment we can really live is now. Being in the present moment, if you can learn to do that, begins to change your whole life. Just staying focused on what is happening now. . . . When we're truly present, we recognize that the ordinary moments are life's greatest gifts."

SAG Awards 2013: ’30 Rock,’ Anne Hathaway, Jennifer Lawrence Among top winners | Daily Times Nigeria

Article | January 28, 2013 - 6:16pm | By Enakeno Oju

The Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards were given out Sunday January 27, honouring the greatest performances on television and film during 2012.
Unlike ceremonies such as the Golden Globes, the SAG Awards eschewed having a host in lieu of jumping right into handing out statuettes. Nicole Kidman took the stage after an introductory segment and handed out the award for Best Supporting Actor In A Film to Tommy Lee Jones for Lincoln.

Jones wasn’t in attendance – which may have been for the best given his sourpuss disposition – but the stage was soon filled with winners who offered humorous and heartfelt thanks for the honours they received.
Anne Hathaway, on the A-List Humility Tour 2012, expressed gratitude for her Best Supporting Actress win for Les Miserables: “I’m just glad I have dental.”

Alec Baldwin and Tina Fey took home Awards for Best Actor and Actress in a Television Series for their performances on 30 Rock, which comes to an end in just a few days.
Modern Family triumphed over 30 Rock in the category of Best Ensemble in a Comedy Series, and the spate of TV-related awards continued with wins for Julianne Moore in Game Change and Kevin Costner in Hatfields and McCoys.

Costner, like Jones, was a no-show, while Moore delivered an acceptance speech that referenced the “team effort” of basketball, thanking each of her co-stars by name.
After Dick Van Dyke was honored with a lifetime achievement award and an accompanying standing ovation Bryan Cranston was honoured for Best Actor for his performance on TV’s Breaking Bad.

Downton Abbey celebrated its first win, and first nomination, with the award for Best Ensemble in a Drama Series. Despite rumors that she was suffering from pneumonia, Jennifer Lawrence was full of energy – and typically irreverent – as she accepted an award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for Silver Linings Playbook.

Perhaps unsurprisingly, Daniel Day Lewis won Best Male Actor Award in a Leading Role for his turn in Lincoln, and whether he was being earnest or simply giving another amazing performance, his acceptance speech was a study in modesty and sincere gratitude.

However, Argo took home the prize for Outstanding Cast in a Motion Picture. Its win more or less threw off dozens of awards-season pundits as they attempt to predict the winners of upcoming awards shows such as The Academy Awards.

'Obama's on Fire' sings Alicia Keys at Inaugural Ball | Daily Times Nigeria

'Obama's on Fire' sings Alicia Keys at Inaugural Ball

Article | January 22, 2013 - 12:42pm | By Enakeno Oju

Alicia Keys honoured President Barack Obama during his Inaugural Ball Monday night by changing the lyrics of her hit tune "Girl on Fire."
She delivered the tweaked lyrics while seated at a grand piano at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC. Keys started the song with the line, "He's the president and he's on fire," and continued small tweaks until she hit the chorus, which went:
Obama’s on fire
Obama’s on fire
He's walking on fire
Obama’s on fire
Later on, she threw in a mention to the first lady:
Everybody stands as he goes by
Cause they can see the flame that's in his eyes
Watch him as he's lighting up the night
Everybody knows that Michelle is his girl
Together they run the world.

Taylor Swift is Inspirational, says Selena Gomez ‘speaks about her BFF at a benefit concert for UNICEF in New York. | Daily Times Nigeria

Article | January 21, 2013 - 5:37pm | By Enakeno Oju

Selena Gomez had nothing but nice things to say about her good friendTaylor Swift at a benefit concert for UNICEF, held Saturday Night in New York City.
“Taylor is one of the most inspirational, positive and good-hearted people that I know,” the 20-year-old singer-actress said on the red carpet. “Itʼs incredible that someone can be so successful and so humble.”
“Sheʼs a big part of me staying in line,” she continued. “Itʼs nice to just be able to pick up the phone and be like, ʻI had this person say this, itʼs annoying,ʼ and have someone understand and get what youʼre going through. Itʼs really nice.”
Like Swift, Gomez who has been an ambassador for UNICEF since she was 17 is getting over a rough break-up after her romance with Justin Bieber reportedly ended last year.
She loosely referred to the breakup during Saturday’s concert when she sang her own rendition of Justin Timberlake’s ‘Cry Me a River.’
“Iʼve been through a lot the past few months. Itʼs been weird and sad and cool. This song definitely speaks to me,” she told the crowd. (Bieber performed his own version of the song last November.)

But despite her personal setbacks, Gomez whom was spotted arm-in-arm with Josh Hutcherson last week at the Golden Globesremained upbeat at the event, and reflected positively on her three-year stint with UNICEF.
“When you go and visit the kids they have no idea who you are or what you do,” she explained. “Theyʼre just happy that youʼre there and thatʼs the best feeling in the world. No one is expecting anything from you and youʼre just there helping and itʼs such a beautiful thing.”

Michelle Obama wore red and Jason Wu again to Inaugural ball | Daily Times Nigeria

Article | January 22, 2013 - 3:49pm | By Enakeno Oju

First Lady Michelle Obama surprised fashion observers again on Monday night by wearing yet another Jason Wu creation - a sexy, low-back sleeveless red silk gown to the 2013 Inaugural Ball in Washington. She paired the dress with a handmade diamond embellished ring by jewellery designer Kimberly McDonald, and red satin heels designed by Jimmy Choo.

Katy Perry Gets Patriotic | Daily Times Nigeria

Katy Perry Gets Patriotic

Article | January 20, 2013 - 8:47pm | By Enakeno Oju

Katy Perry put on her patriotic best over the weekend for a concert celebrating President Barack Obama’s inauguration. The 28-year-old singer performed in front of a crowd that included First Lady Michelle Obama and her equally stylish daughters Sasha and Malia Obama.

Usher and cast members of Glee also made appearances at the show, held at the Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. Nick Cannon served as the evening’s host.

This is not the first time Perry has performed in her nation’s colors.
Last fall, the “Wide Awake” singer sported a ballot dress for an Obama campaign rally in Las Vegas. Less than two weeks later, Perry followed up with a skin-tight blue number, adorned with the Obama slogan, “Forward.”
The 44th president of the United States has been sworn in for his second term on today in a private ceremony. A public inauguration ceremony, held at the historic National Mall, will take place on Monday.

Naomi Campbell Wants Models back on Magazine Covers | Daily Times Nigeria

Article | January 29, 2013 - 6:01pm | By Enakeno Oju

Over the last decade, actors, musicians and other celebrities have taken over the front covers of magazines, replacing models.

However, one of the most iconic members of the 80s and early-90s supermodels, Naomi Campbell, says it’s time to change that.

“Of course, we want the magazine covers back. Of course, we do,” the 42-year-old model said. “There are less covers for the girls out there who are the new, young, trendy girls. She’s got more to compete with and there are only a certain amount of covers they’re going to give a model a year. Before, you had models twelve months a year.”

Campbell wants upcoming models to reclaim the print modelling industry, rather than just be a face on the fashion runway.
“When I started modelling, there was a separation of girls that did shows and girls that did print. And my generation did both. That’s when it changed,” she says of how she and others like Christie Turlington, Kate Moss and Cindy Crawford changed the fashion world.

With 26 years of experience, she is now the executive producer for Oxygen’s new reality competition show, The Face. The competition features up and coming female models who are all trying to be the next face and spokesperson for a nationally recognized brand. Karolina Kurkova and Coco Rocha will join Campbell as mentors on the show with former America’s Next Top Model judge, Nigel Barker, hosting.

Campbell hopes the show will be a success into the next Supermodel Era and is preparing her girls for just that. “I’m a tough love coach,” she told us.
“I give encouragement and praise to my girls, but I also tell them when things are not right and they need to change them,” Campbell continued. “I don’t want to candy coat anything for them. They need to know the truth, because we’re not going to be there holding their hand when they go into the real world.”
The Face premieres on Tuesday, Feb. 12 at 9PM on Oxygen.

A new year for Oprah Winfrey Begins...

Article | January 30, 2013 - 4:30pm | By Enakeno Oju

Thursday, 10 January 2013

People’s Choice Awards - Jennifer Aniston, Taylor Swift, Jennifer Lawrence and Sandra Bullock among winners | Daily Times Nigeria

Article | January 10, 2013 - 1:06pm | By Enakeno Oju

Jennifer Aniston and Taylor Swift were among the winners at the 2013 People’s Choice Awards, held Wednesday night at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles.
Aniston who just wrapped a rather sexy vacation in Cabo with fiancé Justin Theroux accepted the award for Favourite Comedic Movie Actress in a gorgeous leather black dress, and thanked fans for letting her do what she loves to do.
“I can’t thank you enough for allowing me to be honoured with this again, after supporting me for almost 20 years and allowing me to keep doing this,” Aniston said.
Swift, meanwhile, won for Favourite Country Artist. She thanked her fans and expressed her love to them. In her words, “I want to the fans; because this is a fan-voted award and I love you with all my heart.”
Sandra Bullock was also honoured with a special award Favourite Humanitarian for her charity work, including her work with New Orleans’s Warren Easton Charter High School. Expressing appreciation she said “I’m not at all being modest when I say I’m not doing anything compared to what they do on a daily basis.”
British actress Emma Watson certainly flew the flag for the UK at the event in a very short graphic cut-out dress which accentuated her slender figure. She picked up Favorite Dramatic Movie Actress for movie The Perks of Being a Wallflower.
Other big winners of the night were Chris Colfer and Lea Michele, who won Favourite Comedic TV Actor and Actress, respectively.
Glee; and Jennifer Lawrence, won Favourite Movie Actress and Favourite Face of Heroism for The Hunger Games. Performing at the occasion were Christina Aguilera, Jason Aldean and Alicia Keys amongst others.

Britney Spears Quits ‘X Factor’ | Daily Times Nigeria

Article | January 10, 2013 - 1:50pm | By Enakeno Oju

Last year's judges ... Britney Spears, Simon Cowell, Demi Lovato and L.A. Reid

Possibly beating them to the punch, sources say the Princess of Pop and mum-of-two has quit the X factor show.
Britney Spears may be going on the offensive in response to the news that FOX’s The X Factor producers are preparing to let her go.
Despite FOX boss Kevin Reilly’s recent comment that Spears is welcome to return to the show, industry sources disclose that the producers have already been making other plans for next season over the holidays and that her participation going forward isn’t on the docket.
But, according to some sources, Spears is resigning from the singing competition to focus on her music, even though “she loves the show.”
One insider said: "Britney loves Simon, she likes Demi Lovato but her thing is music."
Britney is currently in the studio recording her 8th album and it is believed she may now go back on tour again.
Simon now has two seats to fill on the panel after L.A. Reid announced his decision to quit the show last month.

Monday, 7 January 2013

Ankara Re-defined | Daily Times Nigeria

Article | November 30, 2012 - 5:22pm | By Enakeno Oju

In Africa at the moment there is this upsurge on the wearing of Ankara. At one point in time, it was very fashionable to wear ‘ready-made’ clothes but now the Ankara material has been made into various fantastic styles. Ankara is no longer a trademark of the “local girl/woman/man.”

In Africa today, things have turned around one hundred and eighty degrees as far as fashion is concerned. Wearing ethnic- oriented clothing is very in. To dress up in this rich fabric from Africa is now a sign of class. Made into the right style, Ankara commands the attention of everybody and the wearer steals the show at any event. This fashion trend is so taking over the fashion world and it’s not just trendy and glamorous, but also fabulous.

African prints have evolved from being a fashion statement in the continent to being a trend all over the world. It has taken a worldwide upswing with designers in various parts of the world tapping Ankara for use in their modern and luxurious apparel. It is now not only worn to regular Saturday ‘owambe’ parties as the Yorubas would say, but has also found a place in the closets of women across Africa and other parts of the world, and of course, the runways. It is now a popular commodity; it’s imbibed in fashion shows and seen on international celebrities.

Nigerian designers such as Lanre Da-Silva, Lisa Folawiyo of Jewel by Lisa and Zizi Cardows, amongst others have taken the indigenous fabric and transformed them into eye candy and showing them internationally. Clothing accessories are not left out; traditional fabric has been used on bracelets, shoes, clutch purses, brooches and ties and so on.

However, more outstanding is the present wave in the Fashion scene for different patterns of Ankara mixed together. Ankara of different colours and patterns are properly mixed and matched with a complimentary fabric to expand the creativity and give the ankara fabric a boost. This was referred to as the ‘calico patches’ in the late 80’s and early 90s. They have found their way back into the present fashion scene. This time, they have come with an unrivalled boldness. And it seems they have come to stay.

This mixed and matched design is now a must have for every woman and even kids. When combined with plain fabrics the output is breathtaking. Every woman I know has at least one item in their closet that consists of these mixed and matched Ankara prints. They are either in the form of a dress, a blouse, short or long gown, a jacket, a clutch bag, handbag, sandals, Caftan, evening gown, skirt, corporate dress or a casual shirt, slippers, purses, wristbands, bangles, earrings, wristwatch straps and so on.It has also become an international fashion too as celebrities like Beyonce, Solange, Kim Kardashian, and Alicia Keys, among others, have been spotted looking fabulous in outfits made from mixed ankara prints. They are also being used to make Ipad bags, laptop bags, chairs, what have you. This has beaten all rules of dressing as the patches consists of different designs and colours of Ankara which are used to make one dress, shoe, skirt or bag and so on.

If you haven’t gotten any, next time you visit your designer request for item made of Ankara. It sure will look good on you.

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