Thailand furious at Lady Gaga's fake Rolex tweet

BANGKOK (Reuters) - Thailand's government is up in arms over a tweet by pop sensation Lady Gaga about buying a fake designer watch in a Bangkok street market and has complained to the United States. Bangkok's sprawling outdoor markets and some of its big shopping malls are widely known for selling near-perfect replicas of famous luxury brands, often imported from China. 

Even so, Gaga's May 23 tweet, two days ahead of a sellout concert in Bangkok, struck a raw nerve with some Thais who said the zany artist had dented the country's reputation by suggesting she could easily get her hands on a fake Rolex watch.

 The Grammy Award winner, who cancelled a concert after threats in Indonesia and faced protests by conservative groups in the Philippines and South Korea, has not apologized for the tweet, which Thailand's Commerce Ministry said undermined its efforts to stamp out piracy. 

"Lady Gaga is a representative of the U.S. and the U.S. puts pressure on smaller countries to promote the protection of intellectual property," an official at the ministry's Intellectual Property Department told Reuters, requesting anonymity because he was not authorized to speak to the media. "She should tell her fans that they shouldn't use fake goods." Gaga's comment stirred debate on Thai web forums and social media. 

A small protest took place in Bangkok's business district but that failed to keep fans away from her much-anticipated show on Friday, which attracted 50,000 people. Gaga's contentious tweet to her 24 million followers said: "I just landed in Bangkok baby! Ready for 50,000 screaming Thai monsters. I wanna get lost in a lady market and buy a fake rolex." She was believed to be referring to the popular Ladies' Market in Hong Kong. Officials at the U.S. embassy in Bangkok were unavailable for comment.

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D'banj aka Mr Oliver Twist -former security guard in London now international African artiste(VIDEO)

D'banj aka Koko Master or Mr Oliver Twist - former security guard in London now international African artiste. The boy from 9JA who left UK 9 Years ago And Return To Number 9 In UK Charts.He shouted "We did it" referring to himself and his mum.

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Justin Bieber accused of battering man taking photos

Los Angeles County sheriff's deputies are investigating a complaint that Canadian pop sensation Justin Bieber roughed up a man who was taking pictures of the performer at a suburban shopping center, police said on Monday. 

Deputies were called on Sunday to an outdoor shopping area in Calabasas, about 23 miles northwest of Hollywood, by a man who reported having just had an altercation with Bieber, the sheriff's department said in a press statement. According to the statement, the man said he was taking pictures of Bieber, who was with his girlfriend, actress Selena Gomez, when the singer "physically battered" him. Bieber's publicist with Island/Def Jam Music Group could not immediately be reached for comment.

 A spokeswoman for the sheriff's department, Lillian Peck, declined to give further details about the nature of the alleged confrontation or any injuries suffered by the man. But Peck said the man, who was not identified by police, complained of pain, and after requesting medical attention was treated on the scene by paramedics, then taken to a local hospital, where he was examined and later released. Bieber, 18, who has professed a determination to maintain a squeaky-clean image, had left the shopping center with Gomez, 19, before officers arrived, according to the man with the camera. 

Peck said sheriff's deputies are investigating the case as a misdemeanor battery complaint and were looking for any possible eyewitnesses, but she did not know whether they had contacted Bieber about the incident. The Hollywood news website TMZ.com reported that the man behind the complaint was a professional celebrity photographer. Citing accounts of witnesses at the scene, TMZ said the paparazzo was blocking Bieber's car as the entertainer was trying to leave and that a scuffle ensued after Bieber got out of his car, asked the man to leave and the man refused.

 TMZ also reported that after the altercation, a lawyer approached the photographer and suggested he could collect a lot of money by calling for an ambulance and filing a police report. The cherubic-faced singer, discovered in 2008 through homemade music videos he posted on YouTube, released his first album at age 15 and rocketed to international fame on his way to logging 41 million fans on Facebook and 20 million on Twitter.

 Bieber's latest hit single, "Boyfriend," debuted at No. 2 last month on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The Los Angeles Times reported on Sunday that the recent high school graduate paid $6.5 million for his first house, a 10,000-square-foot (929-square-meter) luxury home set in a gated community of Calabasas. Amenities are reported to include a movie theater with stadium-style seating, a library, wet bar, wine cellar, guest house and swimming pool.

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Nigerian musician 2face Idibia’s Buckwyld ‘n’ Breathless concert(PHOTOS)

Delivering top of the range concerts is no more new to Nigerian musician 2Face Idibia. So it was not a surprise to learn that his Buckwyld ‘n’ Breathless Concert, which took place at Eko Convention Center, Eko Hotel, Victoria Island on April 30th 2012 was a massive success.

 Speaking to Delia Innoma (Live Online With Delia), Efe Omorogbe, 2Face Idibia’s manager says: “We plan to take the show to many towns and countries as well. Europe will not be left out!” Here are the exclusive photos from the event.

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Funke Akindele Splashes N25m On Wedding

The wedding of Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele to her politician fiance, Almaroof Kehinde is to cost about 25 million naira, Bononline revealed. According to Bononline, Funke's traditional wedding coming up this Saturday, May 26 at All Season Plaza, Ikeja, is being packaged by a wedding planner identified as Victoria F.

The break down of how the wedding would gulp that double digit millions of naira is given below; Event Hall: All Season Plaza......N2m Musicians performing at the wedding......N8m MC (Gbenga Adeyinka)......N500,000 Catering Services......N10m Drink Company......N3m We learnt that other miscellaneous spending takes the remaining amount. 

 Also, the Yoruba traditional Aso-Ebi (family's group wear) for the groom cost N15,000 while the bride's cost N25,000. The event, as we learnt, is strictly by IV.

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D’BANJ AND KANYE WEST TO STAR IN A MOVIE

Nigerian Hip hop star Dapo Oyebanji a.k.a D’Banj,and his American label boss Kanye West has just shot a movie. The movie is still untitled but we heard a name is coming out soon for the flick.

 The new flick we hear was shot in far away Qatar in the middle East,and we hear is a hard core thriller that saw both musicians playing the roles of bandits in their debut movie careers.

 This new development to most people buttress the growing bond and relationship between Kanye and D’Banj,as both artistes have been in the news lately. 

 While D’Banj has been the centre of media blitzs and attention owing to his break up with his co-label owner Don Jazzy over the ownership of Mo’Hits and other sundry issues,Kanye West on his part has been painting the cities of United States with his latest relationship with Tv Reality Show star Kim Kardashin.

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"If She Likes She Can Go And Marry In Heaven" - Stephanie Okereke's Ex.

According to him, Stephanie sued him for N100m on the grounds that he was married to another woman in America, to which he replied, ‘If I had been married to another woman and she had the documents to prove it, nobody would talk about the court striking the case out. What she should be suing me for would have been bigamy.

 Nobody has charged me for bigamy. If I was charged with that, I would have defended myself and provided every document to show the real state of things. Everybody in Nigeria knows that when you have two marriages, you will be charged with bigamy.‘

He also denied that she was the main breadwinner during their marriage.

Iloanusi wished her the best in her new marriage, but criticized the public nature of her wedding, saying ‘Even if she wants to remarry, does she have to tell the general public about it? Nobody is stopping her. Everything about life is about upbringing and orientation, but I wish her the best of luck. 

I’m not competing with her. She no longer exists in my life. I hope she doesn’t come out of this marriage again and start going to newspapers saying the man did this or that to her. I don’t want anybody to break her heart‘.

As regards why he has been silent on the matter for so long, he said he didn’t want to discuss his life on the pages of newspapers, adding that ‘I’ve moved on very well and very fast. I have parted ways with her. I don’t have anything to do with her and I’ll never have anything to do with her.

 I’ll not wish her bad luck. She is not news to me…My fans should ignore her and whatever she says about me. It is not as if I cannot respond to everything she has been saying about me in the newspapers, it is just that she is not in my class‘.

The player denied reports he was jealous of his former wife, saying;

‘Why should I be jealous of her? She is in the past. I’ve moved on with my own life. There is absolutely no reason for me to be jealous…If you ask me, I will tell you she doesn’t exist in my life. We’re not on the same level… Some people phoned me to say she would wed in Paris, but I don’t care. She can go and marry in heaven‘.

Iloanusi, who says his career is ‘fantastic’, is currently the national vice-president of the National Association of Nigerian Footballers. Of this he says ‘our football is having problems, but it is all good‘.

The duo’s marriage was annulled earlier in the year, after over five years in court. A few months later, on Saturday, April 21, 2012, Okereke married her friend and business partner, Linus Idahosa, in Paris, in a star studded, multi-million naira wedding.

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Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie Tie The Knot (wedding PHOTOS)

Those pesky paparazzi get everywhere! And as these aerial pictures prove, no celebrity is safe from press intrusion. Even if you happen to be one of the hottest power couples in the world. But wait, surely there's something awry - not least because the wedding in question hasn't actually happened yet. No, things are not quite as they appear. 

 What seems, at first glace, to be the ultimate paparazzi scoop, is actually an elaborate set-up by maverick artist Alison Jackson. Jackson is known for her reimaginings of iconic events in which actors play the leading roles.

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TERRY G and Ruggedman Leads Worship In "Church" (VIDEO)

Ruggedman and terry g doing what they know how to do best.

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Four S*xiest Male Celebrities In Ngeria

We are about to make the rest of your day amazing! Allow me to serve you the most gorgeous and sexiest “meal” ever! We have, below, the Top 5 Celebrity Men on this Part of the Globe who make our hearts skip (in no particular order)!

 4. Flavour N’abania

Have you seen Flavour bare-chested? Is it not the most gorgeous display ever? Flavour’s music is embellished with the musician’s well-kept body - lithe, slim, with muscle contours and outlines in all the right places.

 He is our newest crush and we just had to show him off! His music and his beautiful abs is worth more than silver and gold. Ijeoma Ogbu: "Flavour was a surprise, really. I didn’t expect he would look so good after listening to his music - which is good by the way; I just thought he’d look like a Timaya. But when I watched his video, I became a fan instantly." The guy looks really chew-able!

 3. Lynxxx

If Lynxxx didn’t make it to the top 5, it’ll be a crime. He is the epitome of the perfect male form. A very good looking guy - the kind of guy that you think his looks is just enough, why does he need to be brainy or talented? Now that is what makes Lynxxx an exception, his talent is just as delightful as his appearance. Juliet Edet: "Lynxxx is the kind of hotness best-selling magazines is made of! There’s no flaw to his appearance. From top to bottom he has everything in the right size."

 2. Ebuka Obi-Uchendu

Ebuka is a complete package of looks, style, brains, and finesse. The dude can be anything he wishes to be. He is vast in politics, sound in entertainment, and a lawyer, a red-carpet delight, cerebral and sharp-witted.

 It’s a package that comes one in a hundred men! And there’s also that sense of modesty that makes him oh-so sexy! Ebuka is the dude you want to wake up next to; every woman wants a smart guy not too far away from her! Tolu Adeolu: The good thing about Ebuka is that he has evolved. A smart guy with a good sense of dressing is the sexiest thing ever! 

 1. Peter Okoye (P Square)

One-half of the P-square sensation is a sex symbol! Peter has a body sculpted like a god. He takes his time to look good, and it shows anytime he takes off his shirt- which he does quite often. Being so ridiculously sexy is a lot of hard work, and the ladies appreciate it! Nneka Obi: Peter is just an amazing piece of work. There’s no better way to say it - he is hot, and he gets all the right poses in his pictures to show just how delicious his body is. And to top that, he is rich. A magical combination that works everytime!

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Photo Of Funke Akindele With Her Husband

Kehinde Oloyede Almaroof is the lucky guy that stole Funke Akindele's heart. Their engagement ceremony holds on Saturday May 26th, while the wedding comes up in December. Wishing them the very bes

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First Mavin Records Interview, Don Jazzy, Tiwa Savage, Wande Coal and Others

Wande coal, Don Jazzy, Dr. Sid. D prince and first lady Tiwa Savage all spoke about their new group and works in progress.

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Nigerian Musician Arrested Over Murder Of His Girlfriend

According to what newsmen gathered from multi sources, popular musician Ekwe Sample! (real name Sunday Ekwe) have been in the custody of the Criminal Investigation Department, Panti, Lagos, since on Wednesday May 9, 2012, due to allegation that he strangled and killed his girlfriend, Rukayat Idris, inside her car. 

 He was picked up by homicide detectives for the murder which was allegedly committed on the 13th of April, 2012. I hear that the lady, a mother of two, was found dead under the bridge close to the Trade Fair Complex Bus Stop by passers-by who alerted the police. The Police said there was no gunshot wound on Rukayat but there were marks on her neck, which indicated that she was strangled, hence an autopsy will be carried out on her remains.

 Ekwe, who has separated from Rukayat before the incident, was fingered by her family as the suspect in the presumed murder because, when they were together, there were issues of constant quarrelling and battering. Police sources told newsmen that investigation is still going on, but if a case is established against the singer he will be charged to court.

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Exclusive: Funke Akindele's Husband-to-be Revealed!! (PHOTO)

On Monday, we reported that star actress Funke Akindele aka ‘Jenifa’ was getting married but the identity of the groom was underwraps. Today we reveal who Funke is getting married to.

 It has been reported that popular Nollywood Actress Funke Akindele is set to walk the aisle with her long time lover Kehinde Oloyide on May 26th, 2012 The identity of the man has been revealed although details about the wedding ceremony are still been kept under wraps. However a close friend to the 'supposed' husband revealed his name as Kehinde Oloyide who is an Estate Developer.

Our source also stated that the two lovers had an on-and-off affair in time past but rekindled their love sometime last year. The couple have now decided to wed at an undisclosed date at "All Season Plaza Ikeja", away from the media and public eyes with heavy security in check. 

 A total number of 500 guests are expected at the wedding venue including their few friends and families, the Marvin Records Crew and other stars in the entertainment industry are expected to grace the elaborate ceremony on May 26th

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Russell Brand's Final Dig At Katy Perry

Russell Brand has finally made his split from Katy Perry official...on Twitter. Nearly five months after Brand filed divorce docs, the comedian has unfollowed his ex, "Access Hollywood" reported Sunday. Perry was quicker to unsubscribe from Brand's @rustyrockets account, clicking the unfollow button in January -- less than a month after Brand filed for divorce.

 Brand's latest move certainly doesn't jibe with recent tabloid allegations that he'd sent the 27-year-old singer an "emotional email" in hopes of reconciling. Without Perry, Brand -- who counts an impressive 4.6 million users among his Twitter followers -- is down to an exclusive 73 people on his "following" list, including his “Get Him to the Greek” co-star Jonah Hill, Alec Baldwin, Ellen DeGeneres and comedian Louis C.K.

 Brand filed to divorce the popstar in December 2011, just 14 months after they said "I do." Their split, which was finalized in February, was reportedly amicable -- Perry signed the divorce doc with a smiley face and Brand requested no money from his former wife, even though their lack of prenup entitled him to half of what Perry had earned during their marriage. Brand also reportedly gave Perry rights to the $6.5 million home they bought while married.

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Kanye West Raps About Marrying Kim Kardashian

Kanye West recently stated, "If I don't say something in a rap or on Twitter, it's not true." So, we can presumably take what Kanye does rap about somewhat seriously. For example, when Kanye dropped "Way Too Cold" (formerly "Theraflu") last month, one didn't have to be a scholar of Yeezy's oeuvre to know that the lyrics "And I admit I fell in love with Kim/'Round the same time she fell in love with him" were referring to Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries. And most interpreted the lyrical gesture as Kanye's professing his true feelings for Kardashian, a longtime friend.

 (The song's release coincided with the first of several well-chronicled dates the pair have had). And now, Us Weekly reports that Kanye has collaborated with hip-hop artist Pusha T on an upcoming track whose lyrics may have even greater implications for the new couple. 

A source tells the magazine that West, 34, raps, "I saw you in the club in a white dress/Now I want to put you in a white dress." Could wedding bells be in Kanye and Kim's future? While the pair's numerous public appearances together have sparked much debate over whether their newfound union is merely a publicity stunt, Us Weekly's sources claim that their relationship is the real deal.

 "Kim and Kanye are 100 percent having conversations about marriage," one source tells the magazine. Time will tell where the relationship is headed, but in the meantime Kim and Kanye (a.k.a. Kimye) seem to be enjoying each other's company: They've recently been seen taking in a Broadway show, strolling through Soho with ice cream and holding hands at the opening of Kourtney Kardashian's beau Scott Disick's new restaurant. For more on West and Kardashian's would-be wedding plans,  head over to UsWeekly.com.

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Khloe Kardashian's Accuser Pants On Fire!!!

The transgender person who claims she was violently beaten by Khloe Kardashian at an L.A. club has a tiny problem ... ALL of the evidence shows she's full of crap. Chantal Spears has filed legal docs saying she'll drop the case if Khloe antes up $150,000. But we did some digging and here's what we know. -

 There is surveillance video which shows there was NO contact between Khloe and Chantal - The video shows ... after Khloe and Lamar enter the club, Chantal seems completely unfazed - The valet who escorted Khloe and Lamar out of their car on December 5, 2009 says he was standing between the couple and Chantal and there was never any contact - Chantal was interviewed by the LAPD and said she was not injured - 

The LAPD investigated the case and decided there was nothing there and declined to prosecute The only question -- Will Khloe pay something to make Chantal go away.

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D'banj's Oliver Twist gets to No.9 on iTunes top 100 in the UK

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Congrate dbanj that is very cool

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BREAKING NEWS: 9ice Dumps Music For Acting?

Popular Nigerian singer, Abolore Alexandra Adigun Akande otherwise known as 9ice has tried his luck with make-believe profession. The Gbamugbamu crooner, as we learnt, is presently on a movie set of Laide Bakare's latest film titled 'Jekere' meaning 'Tumour'. 9ice is cast as the lead character in the movie, which is being shot in Oshogbo, Osun State. 

 Others on the movie set with 9ice are Emeka Ike, Oby Alex O, Fathia Balogun, Akin Lewis, Ebun Oloyede, Laide Bakare and others. Jejere is about the story of a woman who has eight female children but whose husband, against her obvious fast deteriorating health, insists she must give him a male child or be ready to forfeit her marriage. 

 The end is as touching and communicative based on aged black African traditions. Jejere also deals with the insecurity issue affecting the nation, corruption, mass unemployment, robbery and kidnapping and menace of bad leadership, while it proffers the way forward. The concluding parts of the movie is expected to be shot in Lagos.

 It would be released by Sim Line International (formerly Front Row Productions) owned by Laide Bakare. We learnt that Jejere would be shown at the cinemas before its VCDs and DVDs releases for home use later.

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