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                                 New Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has warned fans not to expect instant success, saying it will take three months for his players to get used to his style and methods, Reuters reports. The Dutchman, brought in following the sacking of David Moyes less than 10 months after taking the job at Old Trafford, is introducing a new 3-4-1-2 formation and increasing the technical demands on his players. United, who finished outside the European places in seventh last season, play Swansea City, Sunderland and Burnley in their first three Premier League matches but despite a relatively comfortable start, Van Gaal warned against immediate success.

                                           The board of the Nigeria Football Federation will convene an emergency meeting devoted to finalising contract deal with Stephen Keshi as Nigeria coach. The decision follows the meeting of the Federation’s Technical Committee members and later the board on Wednesday in Abuja. A member of the committee, Mr. Paul Bassey, however told The PUNCH that nothing had been said on the pay for the coach as other issues had to be settled first.                 He said, “It is not true that we have agreed to pay him N7m. That aspect has not been discussed.” But following the report of the committee appointed to open channels of communication with Keshi on the probabili...

                                Two policemen were stabbed yesterday in Alakija area of Lagos metropolis as they tried to drive an insane woman away from the premises of a popular pentecostal church. According to an eyewit­ness, who did not want to be named, “trouble started when the woman was stand­ing in front of the church and policemen deployed to the area attempted to evict her.

                          Yaya Toure has once again underlined his commitment to Manchester City, insisting he wants to remain at the club for “as long as possible”. Toure’s future at City looked uncertain after his agent Dimitry Seluk suggested the 31-year-old felt he had been treated disrespectfully by the club.          A poor World Cup with the Ivory Coast and the death of his younger brother Ibrahim to cancer saw further doubt cast on Toure’s City future, but the former Barcelona midfielder insists he is going nowhere.

First thing this morning, we noticed Selena Gomez’s Instagram mysteriously disappeared from the internet ( as did many, many other people), and after aminormajor freak out, it seems everything is finally back to normal. And thank god because Sel’s latest Insta pic features one of our favorite outfits of 2014 (so far). While hanging with Cara Delevingne in Saint-Tropez, she totally killed it in a satin pink suit—without a shirtorbra—and threw on a statement gold choker on to complete the ensemble. Oh, and a bird too. Considering Cara wore the same embellished blazer on her birthday, we’re 99% sure this was what Sel looked like when she kicked off her 22nd year, and, whatta way to start it.

                  A young Nigerian student doing his last year in electronic and electrical engineering at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, has built a car operating on solar power. - See more at: http://www.naijaloaded.com.ng/2014/07/18/wow-nigerian-student-builds-solar-powered-car-see-photos/#sthash.VL9TJPaO.dpuf                  A young Nigerian student doing his last year in electronic and electrical engineering at Obafemi Awolowo University , Ile-Ife, has built a car operating on solar power Segun Oyeyiola explains that his car uses both wind and solar energy for the functioning, The Net reports. Moreover, the man developed an application for its installation in the car, which app will inform the driver about the battery level, weather conditions and other essential parameters. In an interview to a...

Drake has seemed like a natural all night onstage hosting the ESPY Awards — from delivering his jokes, to pre-taped skits to the few times he danced. But never was he in his comfort zone as much as during his performance of two parody songs specially written for the show. “Honorable Mention” and “Side Pieces” (with a guest spot from Brian McKnight) may have been written as jokes — poking fun at runners up in sports and, well, side pieces, respectively — but they were seriously good. Seriously. Give ‘em a listen yourself.

“This is everything” is a phrase that gets tossed around a lot, but I’m pretty sure it was invented just for this moment: Clueless might be coming to Broadway. The movie that keeps on giving is currently being prepped for the stage by the film’s director/the most bow-down-worthy-woman of the ’90s, Amy Heckerling. But that’s not all. Katy Perry has expressed interest in starring in this production. BRB, gotta start camping out for tickets right now. Katy has the singing experience, the acting chops (see: her “Birthday” video), and, most important, can pull off the wardrobe. Let’s be real: Clueless’ initial appeal and staying power has a lot to do with the clothes.

A crazy fan of Wizkid sent him a birthday message and posted the photo above. Check out her message below:

Everyone shut up, because something huge has happened. On July 15, Zayn Malik of  One Direction  officially changed the privacy settings on his  Instagram  account (@niazkilam) from private to public, and the world will never be the same. I mean, have you not checked your social media handles today?

Despite a tweet that she was choosing sides, Rihanna clarified on Tuesday (July 15) that all she wants is “peace and a swift end” to the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The “Diamonds” singer made the statement hours after she tweeted “#FreePalestine” — reportedly by mistake — garnering many angry responses from fans. The message was retweeted and favorited thousands of times before she deleted it just 8 minutes later.

Club sports, peer-to-peer counseling and student government are all standard extracurricular activities at Palos Hills High School, but the actresses of “ Awkward” have made a compelling case for the addition of a chorus line. On the way to dinner last night, Nikki Deloach, Jillian Rose Reedand Molly Tarlovdecided to pump themselves up by singing “Part of Me” by Katy Perryin the car at the top of their lungs — and the corresponding video Jillian posted to Instagram had us wishing we were riding shotgun

Jessica Simpson has changed in a big way. In fact, she’s not even Jessica Simpson anymore. The newlywed Instagrammed a photo of her in a bikini Tuesday morning with the caption: “Jessica Johnson." Simpson married former NFL player Eric Johnsonon July 5 in front of family and friends. And it seems like now, they’re relaxing on a summery honeymoon — floral bathing suit and all.

After only six weeks of performances at the Palace Theater, the Tupac Shakur musical “Holler If Ya Hear Me” will be closing down production on Sunday. Unfortunately, the Broadway show, which is inspired by the late rapper’s music and lyrics, was unable to attract enough theater patrons to keep the $8 million show afloat.

                  T he most valuable and ex­pensive World Cup ever will earn billions of dol­lars for FIFA, millions for the competing countries and thousands for the more than 700 players selected. From the near $4.5 billion in revenue from broadcasters, sponsors, hospitality and licens­ing deals, FIFA distributes just over $400 million to the 32 na­tional federations taking part in the tournament. Here is how some of that mon­ey breaks down:

British pop star Cheryl Cole revealed Sunday that she secretly wed Frenchman Jean-Bernard Fernandez-Versini. In a statement posted to her website and various social media accounts, she wrote, "I usually do not discuss my personal life but to stop the speculation I want to share my happy news...Jean-Bernard and I married on 7/7/14.

                              Germany are the 2014 FIFA World Cup™ champions, lifting the Trophy for the fourth time in their history after overcoming Argentina 1-0 courtesy of an extra-time goal by Mario Gotze at the Maracana in Rio de Janeiro. The substitute settled a tie that was in the balance from the first minute until the last with a finish of startling composure given the circumstances, pressure and surroundings. His strike proved the difference, with Argentina unable to respond in what little time remained, adding another star to the Europeans’ crest following their triumphs in 1954, 1974 and 1990.

                                          Argentina icon Diego Maradona feels Lionel Messi did not deserve to win the Golden Ball following his performances at the World Cup. The Barcelona star beat the likes of Thomas Muller, Arjen Robben and James Rodriguez to the prestigious individual award after scoring four goals in seven performances at this summer’s tournament and guiding his team to the final, yet Maradona feels the 27-year-old only won it for commercial reasons.

                     According to eyewitnesses, the man pictured above identified as Rasaki Adebayo was on Wednesday July 9th caught inside the Awo Hall of the Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife in Osun state, trying to set up explosives. He was caught with what looked like petrol mixed with chemical. The students said he was trying to blow up a block in the hall. The man was immediately arrested and is still  in police custody

                   Star Singer Rihanna, football legend Pele, supermodel Gisele Bundchen, German Chancellor, Russian president, ex-football stars Beckham, puyol and Kaka including many other world celebrities were at the 2014 World Cup finals in Brazil lastnight. See more photos below: - See more at: http://www.naijaloaded.com.ng/2014/07/14/check-pictures-rihanna-shakira-beckham-others-2014-world-cup-final/#sthash.bi8UNn3o.dpuf Star Singer Rihanna, football legend Pele, supermodel Gisele Bundchen, German Chancellor, Russian president, ex-football stars Beckham, puyol and Kaka including many other world celebrities were at the 2014 World Cup finals in Brazil lastnight.                                       ...

When the Brooklyn Hip Hop Festival gave Jay Electronicaan hour long set, fans were thinking one thing: who will he bring out? And the New Orelans rapper delivered, bringing out Mac Millerearly in his set for “Suplexes Inside of Complexes and Duplexes.” Then, he upped the ante by bringing out J.Coleand Talib Kwelifor Reflection Eternal’s collaborative song “Just Begun” off 2010′sRevolutions per Minute.

Australian swimming championIan Thorpe, a 5-time Olympic gold medalist and one of the coutnry's most celebrated Olympians, has revealed he is gay following years of media speculation about his sexuality and after previously stating in his autobiography that he was "attracted to women."

Today is Wole Soyinka’s 80th birthday! The first African Nobel Laureate has had a wonderful life has a poet, play writer and human rights activist.  We wish him a happy birthday……

                              In a new video made available to AFP, Boko Haram claimed responsibility for the bomb attacks on June 25th in Abuja and Lagos state that killed over 21 people.               AFP also said that Boko Haram leader, Abubakar Shekau voiced its support for the extremist Sunni Islamic State (ISIS) militant group, which has taken over most parts of Iraq and Syria. In a new video made available to AFP, Boko Haram claimed responsibility for the bomb attacks on June 25th in Abuja and Lagos state that killed over 21 people. AFP confirmed the release of the video on their site. - See more at: http://www.naijaloaded.com.ng/2014/07/13/boko-haram-claims-responsibility-abuja-lagos-bombings-new-video/#sthash.nIjnXvD7.dpuf

              Governor Babatunde Fashola of Lagos State has said the only way to get uninterrupted electricity supply in the country is to vote out the ruling People’s Democratic Party, PDP from power in the forthcoming 2015 general elections. Meantime, the governor assured residents of his commitment towards improving the tempo of development in the state till the end of his tenure, saying the Ago Palace Way road and Ijegun, Isolo- Ikotun Link Bridge projects would be completed soon. According to reports from Vanguard, Fashola made the remarks yesterday at the commemoration of his 2,600 days in office at an elaborate ceremony held at the Blue Roof, Lagos Television premises While responding to various questions from the audience, he said electricity crisis in the country was as a result of lack of ideas and insincerity of purpose on the part of the Federal Government. “I agree that it is possible to gene...

Peter Okoye just got himself and his kids Cameron and Aliona – brand new guitars. He didn’t buy for his wife though saying, “if she has to play, she’ll need to cut off her nails” .

Lindsay Ellingson married longtime love Sean Clayton tonight in an intimate ceremony in Bluffton, South Carolina, near Hilton Head Island on Saturday, July 12.  They swapped vows in front of about 85 guests and their first dance was going to be to--we're loving this couple more and more each minute--Drake's "Hold On, We're Going Home." (Pictured above: The pair appears in a wedding photo shot by photographer Perry Vaile.) The bride's custom-made diamond wedding band is rose gold and coordinates with the groom's rose-gold band. Both were designed by New York City jeweler Friman & Stein. Ellingson, who scored the honor of modeling the first-ever pair of wings to be created by a 3-D printer at the 2013 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, was with Clayton for six years before he popped the question in November at his family's home in Ohio.  And yes, the leggy blond beauty was all for a helping of diamond ring along with her Thanksgiving turkey. The...

Katherine Webb and AJ McCarron's wedding is under FBI protection. The bride and groom's rehearsal dinner in Escambia County, Alabama is reported to have been attended by both local and federal law enforcement on Friday night. The FBI was present to protect the happy couple and will be attending their wedding on Saturday due to stalker reports, according to the Alabama Media Group.

With a pretty hair flower and a colorful floral jumpsuit, Miley Cyrus looked more Honolulu than Hollywood as she stepped out on Friday night. The 21 year-old showed she had not lost her feminine charm in the dainty ensemble which flattered her petite figure. But there was still a hint of the rebel about the controversial Wrecking Ball singer as she revealed a glimpse of her tattoos on leaving an LA hotspot.  The former Disney child star carried a denim jacked over one arm as she was led to a waiting car from the back of the Warwick Night Club in Hollywood where she had spent the evening with friends. She smiled and gave the thumbs up as she headed home for the night in the sleeveless, red patterned outfit which was emblazoned with the Chanel logo. Miley teamed the delicate look with gold-toed, black ankle boots, a black purse and a chunky black and white bracelet. Her cute pixie cut was dressed up with a braid extension in a top knot and a yellow hair flower.

On Wednesday, Heidi Klum revealed herself to be a Katy Perry super fan, posing with the singer backstage for a photo.  While the 41-year-old bought along her children - Leni, 10, Henry, nine, Johan, eight, and Lou, four - to the New York Prismatic World Tour concert, it was clear they were just a cover for Heidi's own love of the bubblegum pop star's music. Heidi Klum shared a picture with singer Katy Perry after taking in her concert in New York City on Wednesday night The pair both have wide grins on their faces in the pretty black and white snap, as they rest their heads together. Clearly having enjoyed the concert, the supermodel took to social media to share the picture with the Roar singer, writing: ‘Katy you Rock !!!!!!!'

Even though professional tennis player, Maria Sharapova just lost to Germany's Angelique Kerber in the fourth round at Wimbledon in London last Tuesday, but this Thursday she served up a winning, sultry look while hanging with her fellow tennis pro beau Grigor Dimitrov in Los Cabos, Mexico. Rocking a gray two-piece that showed off her grand-slam abs and gorgeous gams, the 27-year-old athlete enjoyed her time poolside with a drink in hand and her handsome boyfriend at her side. And the Russian tennis star stuck by his side, in spite of her loss at Wimbledon, during the men's semi-finals match as he competed against Novak Djokovic--who went on to win. The competitive pair were apparently so busy decompressing from the previous week that they didn't notice the paparazzi snapping away as they indulged in their tropical getaway. Now that Sharapova's hot bod has made headlines, she took to Twitter to tease the camera men a bit, writing, "Ok paps, we got it. You'...

“ Harry Potter” star Dave Legenowas found dead after hiking in a remote part of California’s Death Valley, according to police reports. He was 50. The U.K.’s Telegraphreported on Friday (July 11) that the Inyo County Sheriff’s office had confirmed Legeno was discovered early Sunday morning by a pair of hikers. The sheriff’s department dispatched a helicopter to locate and recover the body of the British actor, who was best known for playing werewolf Fenrir Greyback in the blockbuster wizard series. “It appears that Legeno died of heat-related issues, but the Inyo County Coroner will determine the final cause of death,” a spokesman for the sheriff’s department said. Authorities went on to confirm that there were no signs of foul play.