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Ohio Governor John Kasich has dropped out of the presidential race after struggling to gain traction against Republican front-runner Donald Trump. Mr Kasich did not have a path to secure the nomination outright, but pledged to lobby for his candidacy during the Republican convention in July. Mr Trump holds a commanding lead and is closing in on the nomination. His likely opponent will be Democratic front-runner Hillary Clinton, who lost the Indiana primary to Bernie Sanders. It was a surprise win for the Vermont senator who continues to attract huge crowds to his rallies, but his opponent has an almost insurmountable lead. Speaking to CNN about taking on Mr Trump, Mrs Clinton said he was a "loose cannon" who had ran a "negative, bullying" campaign. The New York businessman has made a series of controversial remarks ever since he launched his White House bid by labelling Mexicans as rapists and criminals. Several senior Republicans said on Wednesday they will not bac...

Thirty-six years after he first went there as a young meteorologist, Peter Gibbs returned to the current, sixth incarnation of the British Antarctic Survey's Halley Research Station . There, on "a day with no horizon", he explored the chasm threatening to cast it adrift. The Brunt Ice Shelf feels like another planet even on the sunniest of days, but when the cloud closes in it turns downright eerie as sky, snow and ice blend into one diffuse white light. Approaching the chasm, the only hint of this 100m-wide gash is a neon glint of blue from the depths of a crevasse in its far wall. The ropes laid by guides Matt and Al seem to vanish into thin air, but as I hook on and nervously reverse up to the edge I can see the coils lying on polished ice 30m vertically below. The initial commitment is tough, but once suspended I start to enjoy the drama of the place, sliding down past annual layers of ice which count off the years since I was last in Antarctica. At the bottom, an in...

As hard as it may be to believe, Khloe had not been a popular kid like her sisters, Kourtney and Kim Kardashian, a fact she opened up on in a post she shared via her website, KhloewithAK.com, titled, "XOXO: All About My Education." The svelte reality star also shared a bunch of old photos showing her looking fat as a kid and nothing like the sexy siren she has grown to become. Writing on the issues she had faced, Khloe said: "My education didn't follow a traditional trajectory, but I'm thankful for my parents who listened and supported me when I was having trouble. I know you've been curious about this (it's one of the top questions Googled about me, apparently), so here are the ABCs of my education! "I went to Marymount in ninth grade, while Kourt and Kim were there, but after they left, I felt like I had no one to be with. "I struggled really hard in school, so I took myself out of Marymount and forged my parents' names to enroll in Alexan...

Her career has taken her round the world but popular Chinese folk singer Song Zuying's latest tour has taken her to new destinations - very new. The military chanteuse entertained workers on Fiery Cross Reef in the Spratlys in the South China Sea. It is the first stop in a tour of the disputed territory, where China has been reclaiming land and building military facilities on reefs. Photos of the performance reveal multi-story buildings and a large warship. Several Asian countries, including Malaysia, the Philippines and Vietnam, also claim sovereignty over the reefs and islands of the Spratlys. China has been building artificial islands there, saying the structures are for civilian purposes, but neighbouring countries are concerned at their possible military use The performance by Song and a 50-strong troupe of navy entertainers included magic tricks and songs such as "Ode to the South Sea Defenders". It took place in front of the People's Liberation Army's secon...

The minister made this known on Wednesday, May 4, while briefing State House reporters on the outcome of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting presided over by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo . According to her, the legislature would transmit the document to the president either later on Wednesday or on Thursday, May 5. "And it (the budget) is at its final stage. So, maybe between today and tomorrow, the National Assembly will start the process of transmitting the details to the president," Ahmed said, adding that the executive and the legislature have worked very hard to review the details of the budget. Ahmed also disclosed that the Federal Executive Council discussed the strategic implementation plan for the yet-to-be signed budget. She said 34 strategic priority programmes and projects were presented at the meeting, with clear deliverables, targets and indicators to ensure that Ministries, Departments and Agencies deliver on implementation. She said: "There is pol...

It will be an all Spanish derby final in this year's UEFA champions League, As Real Madrid just defeated their English opponents 1-0. The own goal was conceded in the 1st half when a shot from Gareth bale was deflected by Manchester city's midfielder Fernando. The remaining part of the game was breath taking as the boys from England tried to get level on scores but couldn't because of some decent defending Shown by Real Madrid. 7th minute injury of Vincent kompany turned out to be a major setback in the game as the inform skipper was greatly missed in the game today, Christiano Ronaldo made the team just in time but was clearly seen not to be a 100% fit. Overall it t was a good game with Real Madrid staying Home victorious

The rapper best described as unstable in recent times, had reportedly flown into a fit of rage, dramatically sacking the bodyguard identified as, Steve Stanulis , after he had been seen chatting with Kim outside her hotel room at the Waldorf Astoria where they had been lodged for the event. An eyewitness reportedly tells New York Daily News ' Confidenti@l column: "Something happened at the Waldorf Astoria where Kanye just lost it." Stanulis who has previously worked with the likes of Leonardo DiCaprio , had verbally attacked by Kanye as he came out of his room on the 36th floor of the hotel and seen him handing a package that had arrived at reception to Kim. A second source reportedly reveals that an assistant working with Kim and Kanye, had called down to the pair’s security detail, asking that one of them bring up the package which had been set to arrive from a local store around 1:30 p.m. As Stanulis had reportedly volunteered for the task, Kanye, who had been in an ad...

In a few minutes the second leg fixture of this epic encounter will begin with both teams doing all they can to return their star players that had injury scare back in full truttle, who will conquer and join Atletico de Madrid in the finals? We will find out after the next two or three hours The teams are out! Real Madrid are in their famous meringue-white shirts, while Manchester City will play in third-choice neon green. It’s hardly news to report that there’s a crackling atmosphere at the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu for this European Cup semi-final. The home side are looking for their 11th title in this competition, while City are still seeking their first. But of course there’s always a first time for everything, as Leicester City can attest. Marina Hyde is already looking forward to the film of the fairytale . But we digress. This is on! We’ll be off in a minute! Just a reminder of the result from the first leg: Manchester City 0.576734 - 0.972312 Real Madrid. That’s according to th...

Ida had reportedly achieved the feat after making the distance in 1:17:33 at the Penn Relays in Philadelphia on Saturday, April 30, 2016, which is unarguably no easy feat for a 100-yr-old. Speaking with CBS Philadelphia, Ida said: "It was wonderful. It's the best exercise I know." Ida's husband had reportedly died of a heart attack at the age of 42, and she soon found refuge in running during those hard times. "It felt good, and I felt uplifted. I said, 'Well, gee, this is for me." Ida reportedly trains on the corridors of her Bronx apartment block, and also lifts weights and cycles on an exercise bike. The athlete revealed that she prefers to eat her evening meal, a hamburger, fish, or liver, for breakfast, adding that it "gives me fuel for the day." Ida's health regime is obviously paying off as she reportedly takes just one prescription drug and could pass for a woman 20 years younger than she is. Ida has also revealed that she is deter...

When Islamic State swept into the northern Iraqi town of Sinjar in 2014, a few young Yazidi women took up arms against the militants attacking women and girls from their community. " They took eight of my neighbors and I saw they were killing the children, " Asema Dahir told Reuters last month at a checkpoint near a front line north of Mosul. Dressed in military fatigues, the 21-year-old is now part of an all-female unit in the Kurdish peshmerga forces, which have played an important role in pushing back Islamic State in northern Iraq. The killing and enslaving of thousands from Iraq's minority Yazidi community focused international attention on the group's violent campaign to impose its radical ideology and prompted Washington to launch an air offensive. It also prompted the formation of this unusual 30-woman unit made up of Yazidis as well as Kurds from Iraq and neighboring Syria . For them, only one thing matters: revenge for the women raped, beaten and executed by...

Since the release of Beyonce's surprise album, "Lemonade," the master pieces have come with some spell binding accusations thrown at different people besides Jay Z himself. The pop star's actress cousin, Shanica Knowles , has reportedly opened up on the record and the couple's relationship during a recent interview. Speaking during the interview with Heat magazine , Shanica said: "Beyonce has been encouraged to write about the affair rumours to help her deal with it all and help her determine whether she could work through everything or have to end the marriage. This has been a long process and I've heard they've had to deal with silent separations and splits over the past few years, but Bey is praying this album will actually save her marriage. "She's been through the intense anger and I think she's now learning to forgive Jay. The next few months are going to be the test - this is make or break for them - but he's determined to do e...

At least 12 persons reportedly sustained various degrees of burns following an explosion which rocked a settlement known as Kara Market near Onitsha in Anambra State, on Tuesday, May 4. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in Anambra, DSP Ali Okechukwu, who confirmed the incident on Wedneday, May 4, said that the explosion was caused by hoarded fuel in a jerrycan. “The explosion was not a bomb as being speculated by people. A jerrycan of petrol that was brought to the settlement exploded around the area and some people sustained various degrees of burns. “They were taken to various hospitals and are currently receiving treatment. No death was recorded,” Okechukwu said. He said that Police immediately swung into action and brought the situation under control. Okechukwu, who put the casualty figure at 11, advised people to stop panic buying and storage of fuel because of the danger such practice posed in the event of an explosion or fire incident. However, an eyewitness and leader ...

Omoni Oboli's 'Wives on Strike » " premiered on April 8, 2016. The movie which grossed over 15 million Naira in just three days » and 51 million Naira in 17 days, has made 60 Million Naira, surpassing "The Barber's Shop," "Jungle Book" and "The Huntsman: Winter's War" in Nigerian Box Office. Speaking on the box office record, FilmOne COO, Moses Babatope said, " Wives on Strike" has surprised everyone. ‘We expected a decent run at the cinemas but no one expected this record breaking standard the movie is setting at the box-office. The records of the movie has truly amazed everyone. And to say it is beating The Huntsman despite being in cinema for three week is to so amazing. Omoni is truly Nollywood personality of the year and definitely casting her name is gold'. Speaking on the great success of the film, Oboli said, "I am full of gratitude. People have shown me so much love. The record is humbling. I am grateful....

The ' Babymama ' singer shared a video of a girl with knives planning to go slaughter her boyfriend. " This can ever be me Tho, " Cynthia wrote alongside the short clip, adding, " I Never Stress. Ama just write a couple of more chilled records that him, his hommies and his new girl will always be fan of and watch them stalk me and my tour dates for the rest of deir lives... What I am saying is young girl don't stress, never stress#Workhard, Pray...and watch him be a fan.#Itsneverdatdeep. " Meanwhile, the rap artiste took to her Instagram page back in April 26, 2016 to share a short clip of herself singing while flashing her boobs. The 'German juice' crooner revealed she was on set of a new music video. News reports have revealed that Cynthia Morgan's » stolen Range Rover, has been recovered » by the Lagos state command operatives. The vehicle had reportedly been recovered last week, April 11, 2016, from a mechanic workshop in the Ojodu area o...

"This picture pretty much summed up my first and probably last met #cool #sof*ckingawkward#notforme #sweatpants #forensicfiles#whatsgood." Demi captioned a photo on her Instagram May 3, which shows her posing in her beautiful shiny gown while Nicki looks over her shoulder with the nastiest glare ever! The singer later explained her previous post saying, "P.S. some of y’all need to learn how to take a joke. I’m obviously laughing at the fact that 1. I look awkward and 2. That the shade being thrown in this picture actually gives me life.” AL In the picture, it’s almost like there’s a thought bubble coming out of Nicki in the photo that says “what on Earth are you doing here?” While Demi seemed confused why she's been thrown that kind of shade in the presence of too many cameras.

"This picture pretty much summed up my first and probably last met #cool #sof*ckingawkward#notforme #sweatpants #forensicfiles#whatsgood." Demi captioned a photo on her Instagram May 3, which shows her posing in her beautiful shiny gown while Nicki looks over her shoulder with the nastiest glare ever! The singer later explained her previous post saying, "P.S. some of y’all need to learn how to take a joke. I’m obviously laughing at the fact that 1. I look awkward and 2. That the shade being thrown in this picture actually gives me life.” AL In the picture, it’s almost like there’s a thought bubble coming out of Nicki in the photo that says “what on Earth are you doing here?” While Demi seemed confused why she's been thrown that kind of shade in the presence of too many cameras.

It was tears and wailing when some school children reportedly lost their lives in a ghastly motor accident » on their way from Lagos State back to Kano State where they had gone to represent their school in a sporting activity. According to Zuma Hausa Times, the bus belonging to Government Girls Secondary School, Bulukiya, in which the students were travelling, had a ghastly motor accident » and many of the children died on the spot while those who were seriously injured were rushed to the hospital where they are being treated.

Russia will be forced to take retaliatory measures if NATO deploys four extra battalions in Poland and the Baltic states, Interfax news agency quoted a senior Russian Foreign Ministry official as saying on Wednesday. " This would be a very dangerous build-up of armed forces pretty close to our borders ," Andrei Kelin, a department head at the ministry, said. " I am afraid this would require certain retaliatory measures, which the Russian Defence Ministry is already talking about." Russia will form three new military divisions to counter what it believes is the growing strength of The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) near its borders, Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu announced on Wednesday.

Popular Nollywood actor, John Okafor popularly known as Mr. Ibu was reportedly involved in an accident today, Wednesday, May 4, 2016. He reportedly crashed his White X6 panda somewhere around Lekki - Ikoyi bridge roundabout. A Twitter user @temi_jon shared the photos and wrote, " Mr Ibu don high sotey go crash him car for lekki/ikoyi bridge roundabout." The actor welcomed a son » with his wife in February 2016 and has a daughter after losing his first son from his ex-wife years ago. The talented Africa Magic Viewers Choice Award nominee is currently a member of the Actors Guild of Nigeria Board of Trustees. Mr Ibu is also currently working on his new projects titled " Ibu Runs Mad in America, " and " Ozuzueke."

Amnesty International has given its top 2016 human rights award to Grammy Award -winning musician Angélique Kidjo and to three African youth activist movements for their work standing up to injustice, the organisation announced on Wednesday. Benin-born Kidjo and groups Y’en a marre from Senegal, le Balai Citoyen from Burkina Faso and Lutte pour le Changement (LUCHA) from the Democratic Republic of Congo have shown " exceptional courage," Amnesty said. " (They) have all proved themselves to be bold advocates for human rights, using their talents to inspire others, " Salil Shetty, Amnesty’s secretary general, said in a statement. Previous winners of the Ambassador of Conscience Award include the late South African leader Nelson Mandela, Myanmar politician Aung San Suu Kyi, the rock band U2, Chinese artist Ai Weiwei and American singer-songwriter Joan Baez. Kidjo fled her homeland in the 1980s after being pressured to perform for the country’s repressive regime. In a 3...

According to Instablog9ja, Ketchup who recently threw an all white party » on the Dubai Marina to mark his birthday fell off a Fly Board while touring in the United Arab Emirates . The " Show me your Rozzay " and " Pam Pam " crooner allegedly suffered a terrible fall from a fly board, yesterday, May 3, 2016 while having a swell time in Dubai. Ketchup's manager, Osagie Okunkpolor and she said she doesn't know anything about Ketchup being in a coma. But now his management has released a statement concerning the situation. According to them, " We would like to clarify the state of Health of 606 Music’s dancehall artiste, Ketchup Our artiste who just celebrated his birthday in Dubai went Skyboarding around 6pm UAE time on the 2nd of May 2016 with friends. Due to his adventurous nature, he decided to give it a try During one of such attempts he lost his balance and fell into the water. and hit his head which made him unconscious. He was administered first a...

Three hostages being held by militants in the Philippines have appeared in a video pleading for their governments to meet the captors' demands. The Canadian, Norwegian and Filipino men are being held by Abu Sayyaf, the Islamist militant separatists who last week beheaded Canadian John Ridsdel. In the video, the hostages say if the demands are not met "we will be executed like our friend John". Abu Sayyaf has previously demanded a multi-million dollar ransom. The Philippines and Canadian government have said they will not give in to ransom demands. The Philippines has also launched a military operation against the militant group. Who are the Abu Sayyaf group? Canadian PM's outrage over hostage killing Mr Ridsdel was kidnapped from a marina near the city of Davao last September along with another Canadian, Robert Hall, his Filipina partner Marites Flor, and Kjartan Sekkingstad, a Norwegian. They were taken to an Abu Sayyaf stronghold of the remote island of Jolo where M...

Hundreds of people have protested in the southern Indian state of Kerala after the mutilated body of a female student from the Dalit community was found in her home. Police have detained five people for questioning in connection with last week's murder in Ernakulam district. Police said the autopsy report would determine whether the woman was raped. Dalits, formerly known as untouchables, form the lowest rung of India's caste hierarchy. The 30-year-old law student was found murdered in her house, where she was living with her mother, a casual labourer, in Kuruppampady village on Thursday. Her mother was away at work. Reports said her body had several stab wounds, and her intestines had been pulled out during the attack. "Neighbours have come forward and said they heard noises and saw a man leaving the woman's home on 28 April, the day of the murder. It appears to be someone she knew and we are following the leads we have," district police chief Yatish Chandra told...

The mosquito-borne Zika virus may be even more dangerous than previously thought, scientists in Brazil say. They told correspondent that Zika could be behind more damaging neurological conditions, affecting the babies of up to a fifth of infected pregnant women. Rates of increase in Zika infection in some parts of Brazil have slowed, thanks to better information about preventing the disease. But the search for a vaccine is still in the early stages. And Zika continues to spread across the region. What you need to know: How dangerous is Zika? 2.2 billion in 'at risk' Zika areas Travel advice: Countries affected and what you should do Most doctors and medical researchers now agree that there is a link between the Zika virus and microcephaly, where babies are born with abnormally small heads because of restricted brain development. While it is estimated that 1% of women who have had Zika during pregnancy will have a child with microcephaly, leading doctors in Brazil have told the ...

Donald Trump implied Ted Cruz's father had ties to President John Kennedy's assassination. Mr Cruz called Mr Trump immoral, a pathological liar and a serial philanderer. And that was all before lunchtime. But now that the smoke has cleared and the votes in Indiana have been tabulated, Mr Trump has vanquished his most formidable foe (sorry, John Kasich) and can begin making plans for the Republican convention and the autumn general election campaign. Meanwhile, Mrs Clinton - despite a loss in Indiana - has to prepare for a very unconventional Republican opponent. Think the fireworks so far have been eye-popping? This is just the start. Trump's brick wall Last week Mr Trump announced he was the presumptive nominee. At the time, that may have been presumptuous. Now it's simple fact. But if climbing to the top of the Republican heap was an amazingly daunting feat, it will seem like a breeze compared to winning a general election against a determined Democratic foe. A Republ...

Well-known author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie » has been named as one the distinguished achievers to be awarded honorary degrees, this year, by the Johns Hopkins University in Maryland, United States. The Half of a Yellow Sun author will be conferred this honorary degree at the university’s commencement ceremony on the 18 of May, 2016. The author will be honoured alongside seven other recognized individuals. Filmmaker Spike Lee, the founding director of the Bill and Melinda Gates Institute for Population and Reproductive Health, Laurie Zabin, Nobel Prize winner, Richard Axel, amongst others will be recognized. President of the Johns Hopkins University, Ronald J. Daniels said that this was a group of people who have made a difference and changed the world. Daniels added that these people have made lasting impact on the arts, public health, the law, neuroscience and the resilience of communities here in Baltimore and across the globe. A year ago, Adichie was listed among Time ’s » 100 mo...

US Secretary of State John Kerry has warned Syrian President Bashar al-Assad that seeking military gains will not end the civil war. Mr Kerry said there would be "repercussions" if the Syrian government flouted a cessation of violence agreed in February. A resurgence in fighting, particularly in the northern city of Aleppo, has threatened to derail the partial truce. More than 250 people have been killed in Aleppo in the past 10 days. As diplomatic efforts intensified on Tuesday, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said a unilateral truce declared by the Syrian military could be extended to Aleppo "in the next few hours". Aleppo's 'last paediatrician' dead Russia's continuing war Has opportunity for peace been lost? What is left of Syria? After talks with UN envoy Staffan de Mistura in Moscow, he said Russia was working with the UN and US to include Aleppo in the "regime of calm" that has covered Damascus and Latakia since Saturday. On ...

Apple has lost a trademark fight in China, meaning a firm which sells handbags and other leather goods can continue use the name "iPhone". The Beijing Municipal High People's Court ruled in favour of Xintong Tiandi Technology, said the official Legal Daily newspaper. Xintong Tiandi trademarked "IPHONE" for leather products in China in 2010. Apple filed a trademark bid for the name for electronic goods in 2002, but it was not approved until 2013. The Legal Daily (in Chinese) is widely recognised as the official mouthpiece for the country's Central Political and Legal Affairs Commission. Its report came out in late April but has only just been widely circulated. Xintong Tiandi sells handbags, mobile phone cases and other leather goods branded with the name "IPHONE" and the "R" registered trademark symbol. Apple first brought the case against the company to the Chinese trademark authority in 2012, then when that failed, filed a lawsuit in a ...

Miskay Boutique has revealed that the super stylish Mo’cheddah » is their new brand ambassador. They revealed the news with so much excitement saying, “ MiskayBoutique x Mocheddah #brandambassador #donedeal @mocheddah.“ Mo’cheddah » also took to her Instagram to share the news with her fans along with the caption “New deal! Signed sealed and delivered!!! Miskay X mocheddah @miskayboutique“ This sounds like a great collaboration and we cannot wait to see what the duo has in store. What do you think of the collaboration,

Temi Ovwasa , also known as YBNL Princess, who was recently signed by rapper, Olamide, has gained over 12 million followers on her Instagram. YBNL Princess on Instagram, thanked her fans for their patronage and announced her intention to release a new single on Wednesday, May 4, 2016. This is coming after few days of her signing to YBNL, where the label boss, Olamide, made proud comments about the musical talent. Olamide wrote on Twitter, "I love music too much it gives me life , hope , lifts my soul ..... There's ds girl dats soo good and her voice does all ds things." "I can't help but sign her in order 2 share with d rest of d world who knows how many ppl out there dats in need of good music to lift Em up."

According to the Police, Mrs. Anisulowo was rescued at Gbegbelawo village, a suburb of Olorunda town, located in Yewa North local government of the state. Speaking to Premium Times, the Ogun State Command Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, said that the 65-year-old was rescued at about 7.00pm. Adejobi said two of suspected kidnappers of the former minister were arrested during the rescue operation. Mrs. Anisulowo was returning from her farm in Sawonjo in Yewa South local government area of the state on Wednesday, April 27, 2016, when she was whisked away by the kidnappers, who later demanded N200 million ransom. However, after unsuccessful search for the victim, the Police had on Monday, May 2, offered a N5 million reward » for information leading to the former minister’s rescue.