New Year Outing: Outfit Idea 43

New Year Outing: Outfit Idea 43 by missakanke featuring fine jewelry

Good Bye 2013 Hello 2014

I cannot believe today is the last day in 2013, this year went by so fast oooo or am I the only one thinking it did. At the beginning of 2013 I had a list of things I wanted to achieve and what I wanted God to do for me I would not lie, not everything was ticked off my list for one reason or the other but still am happy for the ones I achieved. Even though a lot happened in my life hmmmmm……………….... I lost the dearest, sweetest person  to me that words cannot describe, my MOTHER, I also had one of the happiest days because I know there is still more to come in the year 2014 which is why today I will be praying some serious prayers this cross over night for all the bad belle people in my life hmmmmm some serious fire 4 fire today i.e God uproot and scatter my enemy, father Lord God the bad belle people out there that want to get me this 2014, electric shock from above will electrocute them when they think of me in Jesus name ....did I hear you say Amen.( Lol I am serious ooooo) But most Importantly I want to thank God for giving me New Opportunities in life and I pray he fills all the parts am lacking.  I also want to thank the MAB readers for being there because when I didn’t blog for weeks I still got views that surprised me of which am thankful but I want to beg oooo please comment on any of the stories on my blog that interest you I would like to see interactions these 2014 *wink* Happy New Year in Advance People have a great one !!!!!!!!!!!!!JJJJ

Wishing You All a Very Happy Christmas

Helloooooooooooooo MAB readers what sets Christmas apart this year is because you are in it, stay away from food glutting and enjoy every bit of it. Once again wishing you a Merry / Happy Christmas

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His & Hers Dinner Date: Outfit Idea 42

His & Hers Dinner Date: Outfit Idea 42 by missakanke featuring michael kors earrings

Its Over Toke Makinwa Confirms Split from Maje Ayida

Toke Makinwa confirms split from long time boy-friend Maje Ayida, in an interview with Sunday Punch

“I am not under any pressure to get married. It’s the society that puts pressure on women not minding that divorce rates are high. I was once in a long term relationship with Maje Ayida and it has come to an end. I think it’s unfair for me to speak about our relationship because he is not here to defend himself. He is an amazing guy but it was not meant to be. It’s strange being single again but I am taking it one step after the other. One of the mistakes I made in my last relationship is that we dated for a long time. They were amazing years but they were also 12 long years. When you are faithful to someone, know what you can tolerate. My Mr Right has to be God-fearing, who would not do certain things because he is God-fearing. He has to understand what I do and must not be selfish in any way”.She also confirmed getting paid for appearance at events "I enjoy going out and there are some appearances that I would be paid for if my brand aligns with what they are pushing for. I have people who come to me saying they want me to appear at their weddings or birthdays and ask how much I would bill them. It’s not every event that I get paid to attend. It’s called an appearance fee." 

Daughter's touching photographs chronicle her parents' joint battle with cancer

Howie and Laurel embrace. The couple, married for 34 years, never imagined they would have been diagnosed with stage-4 cancer at the same time

For most families, coping with one cancer diagnosis is a struggle, but Howie and Laurel Borowick found out they were both facing the disease at the same time. 

Their daughter Nancy chronicled the couple's progress as they began their treatments and continually swapped roles from carer and patient, husband and wife.

The intimate series of photos by the New York photographer capture the exhaustion and low points, as well as moments of joy - including when they both walked Nancy down the aisle at her wedding. Howie and Laurel, who had been married for 34 years, could never have imaged they would both be diagnosed with stage-4 cancer at the same time. Laurel was told she had breast cancer for the third time and Howie, pancreatic cancer. As they embarked on their exhausting chemotherapy treatment, Nancy captured their progress, from the trips to the medical center where the couple took it in turns to drive, while one slept in the backseat, to the 'his and hers' chairs where the drugs were administered. 

Lamar Odom says he wanted out of his marriage... even though Khloe Kardashian actually filed for divorce

Lamar Odom wanted to end his marriage to Khloe Kardashian. While the reality TV starlet actually filed the divorce papers on Friday, friends of Lamar claim he was ready to end their four year union and just wants to focus on his basketball career. 

According to TMZ, Lamar, who has been accused of drug use and infidelity, told his friends, 'I can't be f*****g with Khloe.  She brings out the bad side of me.'

Khloe and Lamar tied the knot in 2009, just four weeks after meeting but cracks began emerging earlier this year when various women came forward to claim affairs with him. While the allegations have not been confirmed, TMZ reports Lamar blames the cheating on his friends for 'supporting me the wrong way by bringing girls around.' Now Lamar is said to be more concerned by getting his career back on track and is planning to put all his energy into getting signed by his former team, the LA Clippers. Khloe – who has been linked to baseball star Matt Kemp - filed for divorce from Lamar after four years of marriage on Friday citing irreconcilable differences.

Nelson Mandela is laid to rest in his childhood home after four hour service and full tribal burial rites

Nelson Mandela has today been buried in the remote village where the anti-apartheid icon grew up after his four-hour state funeral this morning.South Africa's first black President died in his Johannesburg home on December 5, at the age of 95 after a long battle with illness and he was laid to rest in his grave in Qunu in Eastern Cape province. Troops lined the route up to the hillside as Mandela was carried on a gun carriage to the private burial on his family’s estate.

As his body was placed on the grave the South African flag on the coffin was removed and handed to Mandela's widow Graca Machel, who was comforted by his ex-wife Winnie Mandela. A fly-past then followed accompanied by a 21-gun salute and a solitary trumpeter played the Last Post while his body was lowered into the ground. As he was buried a military chaplain said: 'Yours was truly a long walk to freedom, and now you have achieved the ultimate freedom, in the bosom of your maker.' His funeral was also marked by his Xhosa tribe whose elders will have slaughtered an ox to accompany his spirit after burial, while guests would be asked to drink its blood from a communal bowl.

It's over: Heartbroken Khloe Kardashian files for divorce from Lamar Odom after four years of marriage

Khloe Kardashian has filed for divorce from Lamar Odom after four years of marriage citing irreconcilable differences. The reality star, 29, who is being represented by sister Kim's former attorney Laura Wasser, asked to have Odom dropped from her surname, according to TMZ. The couple reportedly have an 'ironclad' prenup and the beauty is asking for no spousal support from the NBA player, 34. She wants the judge to reject any of the former Lakers' requests for support as well. Just hours earlier the beauty looked focused as she dashed into a high-end fitness facility in Beverly Hills to meet with her personal trainer. Wearing workout clothes and carrying both a large bag and a rucksack, the LA native kept her head down as she went in for a therapeutic sweat session - with her wedding ring notably absent from her left hand.

She has not been spotted with her ring on since November 22. Lamar has not been photographed since November 28. On Thursday, the Keeping up with the Kardashians star posted a self-empowering message to her Instagram account, increasing the speculation that the end of her union is near.

Historic snow fall on Holy Land After getting its first flakes in 100 years

It's a festive scene that's adorned countless Christmas cards... and, for once, the Holy Land actually became a snow covered winter scene. The ancient city of Jerusalem, which normally basks in fierce heat, was dusted with a light covering of snow during a freak blizzard. And snow fell on the streets of Egypt for the first time in 112 years as one of the worst winter storms to hit the Middle East in living memory set in. The rare sight of pristine white precipitation greeted stunned residents of Cairo this morning who took to social media to express their shock at the unsettling weather in the usually sweltering capital. The blizzard, which has been named Alexa, forced Jerusalem into lockdown today after more than 50cm of snow was dumped on the region. The unusual weather system brought travel chaos and disruption to much of the region.

People had to abandon their cars and seek emergency shelter as the snowstorm brought transport to a standstill. Police set up roadblocks on routes in and out of the ancient city.

Dooney's Kitchen: Ayamase Popularly Known as Ofada Stew

Looking back, this was one of the first recipes that I posted. In fact, it was the second recipe on my Bella Naija BN Cuisine feature. When I look back at the pictures from that post, I can’t help but cringe for a few seconds and that feeling is replaced by pride and gratitude for how far I have come in this food blogosphere. This past weekend, I decided on a do over on one of my favourite stews till date. The Ijebu’s are known for very many wonderful things, of which Aya Mase is one of them. It should be our official tribe stew because of its fame and popularity.

I taught my flatmate to make this stew weeks ago, and while teaching him, I picked up a few new things myself and that pot was the best I have ever made.

Beyoncé shocks fans as she releases ground-breaking self-titled album... along with SEVENTEEN new videos

She is known as an Independent Woman, and when it comes to her music it seems Beyonce Knowles really does like to do things her own way. On Thursday, after almost a year of speculation over the release of her fifth album, the 32-year-old singer rush released her latest studio effort on iTunes with no promotion or prior warning to her fans. In a surprise and game-changing move, the album comes complete with seventeen videos already filmed for each track.  In an accompanying statement, the 32-year-old entertainer spoke about her decision to create a what she is calling a 'visual album'. 'I see music. It’s more than just what I hear.' she revealed. 'When I’m connected to something, I immediately see a visual or a series of images that are tied to a feeling or an emotion, a memory from my childhood, thoughts about life, my dreams or my fantasies. 

pics & videos after the cut....................

New Video: Jasi by Banky W

A Little Advice

Friday Movie Night: Thick As Thieves

Hello People it’s here again!!!!!!!!!!!! Lol hope you enjoy the MOVIE. 

Nelson Mandela dead at 95

Nelson Mandela, the anti-apartheid leader who became South Africa's first democratically elected president and a symbol of reconciliation to many around the world, has died. The country's president Jacob Zuma said tonight the 'Father of the Nation' of South Africa passed away aged 95. In a televised address, Mr Zuma said: 'Our nation has lost its greatest son. Our people have lost a father.'What made Nelson Mandela great was precisely what made him human. We saw in him what we seek in ourselves.' Mr Zuma said 'the nation has lost it's greatest son', adding 'he is now resting. He is now at peace.' Mr Mandela will accorded a state funeral and national flags will be lowered to half mast.

Fast & Furious star Paul Walker dead in fiery car wreck after Porsche GT driven by his friend crashed into pole

Actor Paul Walker, best known for his role in the Fast & Furious action movies, has died in a car crash after his friend lost control of a Porsche GT which smashed into a pole and a tree. The high-powered super-car, which was being driven by Roger Rodas, burst into flames after it crashed in Santa Clarita, north of Los Angeles, at 3:30pm on Saturday. Walker, 40, who appeared in five of the six films about illegal street racing and heists, had been at an event for his charity Reach Out Worldwide before deciding to take the car, a cherry-red Porsche Carrer, out for a drive with his friend. The fundraiser, to benefit victims of Typhoon Haiyan, had been taking place in a race car shop near the scene of the crash.  Guests rushed to put out the flames with fire extinguishers but the fireball had already engulfed the car. 

The star's representatives and official Facebook page have confirmed his death.

Happy New Month

Thank God for giving us the Oppurtunity to see the Last Month in the Year 2013, i pray we see many more years to come in Jesus name. And for those who did not see this day may their beautiful souls Rest In Peace Amen!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Friday Movie Night: The Nanny Diaries

Yes it is Friday, and I hope you are ready for movie night yeeey!!!!!!!!!!! That is if you are not going out lol. So go and grab your blanket, popcorn or whatever you want and Enjoy J

A Little Advice

Watch the Trailer of Tiwa Savage & Tunji Balogun's Wedding

So BEAUTIFUL, the ceremony took place on Saturday 23rd November 2013 at The Ark, Lekki, Lagos.Urban music and lifestyle station HIP TV who had the exclusive video coverage for the star studded event, will air the wedding special this Saturday 30th November 2013 on DStv Channel 324 by 8 PM.

Happy Thanksgiving Beautiful People

Kelly Rowland flashes huge diamond ring amid engagement rumours

She's so far not commented on the engagement rumours. But as a grinning Kelly Rowland flashed a huge diamond ring at onlookers it certainly seemed like she was sending a message. The former Destiny's Child singer all but confirmed that she is in fact engaged to her long term boyfriend and manager Tim Witherspoon. Kelly was far from shy about displaying the ring during a Beverly Hills cupcake run on Tuesday.

The 32-year-old was effortlessly beautiful in a ripped pair of light blue boyfriend jeans rolled up above chunky black hi-top sneakers as she made her way out of the famous Sprinkles. She kept herself warm with a cropped grey sweater over the top of a red plaid shirt, and made sure to keep it classy with a chic Chanel handbag and pretty red fingernails. No makeup was necessary for Kelly's morning outing and she was as casual as can be, but with her huge glowing smile, the star could not have been more radiant. And she clearly made no secret of the ring, which had behind it a small tattoo. The ring follows earlier rumours that Kelly and her longtime love Tim had planned to wed long before the diamond showed up.

A little over a week ago, an Instagram video was posted of Kelly in which she haphazardly revealed the diamond ring in public for the first time, whilst delivering a birthday message to a friend. 

The man who faked THREE funny proposals to his girlfriend

Ghanaian Fashion Label Love April introduces its New Collection Lookbook ‘Oversized Tribalism’

The emerging Ghanaian design label, created by designer – Nina Barkers-Woode, presents to you its 2013 collection titled “Oversized Tribalism“.

This collection was inspired by the beauty of African women. According to the label, “Our motive was to not only harness the Barkers-Woode woman’s natural female form through dramatic tribal prints but to also uniquely contemporize the look and feel of each piece. Inspired by the world’s history, generations of women and androgyny artworks, the Oversized Tribalism collection plays on the mixture of minimalism and femininity.

Our exaggerated seam-lines emphasis our cling to modern culture. Our true, bare, chic necklines keep us in the realm of ancients. Our abstracted textured prints will ultimately immortalize the classic style and feel of a woman.

collection after the cut............

Kanye West compares his daughter to the 'Prince and Princess of London

He's likened himself to Andy Warhol, Shakespeare, Picasso, Walt Disney, Steve Jobs and even God. This week he also called his fiancee Kim Kardashian 'the most beautiful woman in human existence'. But don't think Kanye West has forgotten his prodigal daughter North West, for on Tuesday he compared his four-month-old baby girl to British Royalty. Seemingly referring to Prince William, Kate Middleton, and their baby boy Prince George, also four months (Kim and Kate were pregnant at the same time this year), Kanye informed radio station, Power 105 that his 'daughter is in a position of a level of royalty like the Prince and Princess in London'. During an interview for the station's Breakfast Club program, Kanye also discussed his new controversial video Bound 2, which features Kim jiggling naked as she straddles Kanye on a motorcycle. He admitted that he wanted the film clip to look as 'trashy' and as 'phoney' as possible. He said: 'I wanted to take white trash T-shirts and make it into a video. I wanted it to look as phoney as possible.

Beyonce 'banned' from Pyramids by Egypt's Indiana Jones after her 'stupid and rude' behaviour

She is adored by her millions of fans and has even earned the nickname Queen B.

But Beyonce failed to impress the man known as Egypt's Indiana Jones when she visited the country in 2009. Zahi Hawass, Egypt's former head of antiquities, claims he banned the singer from visiting the Pyramids after her ‘stupid and rude’ behaviour. The star visited Egypt back in 2009 as part of her I Am... Tour, where she toured the pyramids with Hawass. But according to the Huffington Post, the controversial archaeologist bad-mouthed the star to local reporters back then, allegedly calling her a 'stupid person' who 'doesn't understand a thing'.

Now, in a new interview, Hawass, 66, claims the Love On Top singer arrived late for her tour of the ancient site. 'Most people I take on tours are very nice and we become friends. But this lady...,' the former minister of state antiquities told The Independent. 'She said she would come at 3pm but she came late. I said "You have to say I'm sorry I'm late". But she didn't open her mouth,' said Hawass, who is described as the 'gatekeeper' of the pyramids.

Khloe Kardashian's estranged husband Lamar Odom 'demanding $10m and return of engagement ring to end marriage'

Apparently Reality TV star Khloe Kardashian's absent husband Lamar Odom is reportedly demanding a multimillion dollar settlement to end their four year marriage it has been claimed. Odom is asking for $10 million and even demanding the return of her $875,000 engagement ring in exchange for ending his whirlwind romance to the reality star. The bombshell conditions revealed in the National Enquirer also include keeping his silence about the alleged existence of a sex tape. Lamar's demands come after mum Kris Jenner and Khloe met with lawyers to discuss a divorce deal, and he responded with a few conditions of his own. The basketball player who has been battling a serious drug addiction allegedly wants the money in exchange for keeping quiet about the inner secrets of the Kardashians.

A source told The Enquirer: 'Kris and Khloe are very worried about Lamar... He knows all about their extreme surgery procedures — when, how often and  how much - and the pressure put on the younger girls to follow suit.'

Smart with Class: Outfit Idea 41

Smart with Class: Outfit Idea 41 by missakanke featuring Marc Jacobs

Dooney's Kitchen: Party Jollof rice Updated with extra hints, tips and pictures

Yesterday, I was going to visit a dear friend of mine, and I know that her son's favourite food is Jollof rice. Aunty Dunni duties therefore dictate that I must bring along with me some Jollof rice for him. It important to note that this is the first time I am making Jollof Rice after my mum's visit. I just replicated all her hints and tips and I produced a delicious pot of Jollof rice, with the fab party colour, not a single soggy grain of rice in sight, thankfully and a delicious taste. The only negative was that I used the stock from the Jerk Chicken that I prepared on that day, which made it too spicy for a child, but fine for adults. I was a little stumped about it, but white rice and blended tomatoes to the rescue. A quick 5 minutes adjustment and it was mild enough for him to eat.

Here are my pictures

1. Wash the rice properly with cold water, and let out as much starch as you can till the water is clear. You can choose to reverse this process and boil first till al dente then wash out the starch, it is up to you.

Are You The Other Woman?

Before you all jump to shout loudly no, let’s be real, many of us are choosing this path, or at least find ourselves on it and at that moment are faced with whether to jump right off or continue along. Some notable women have admitted to being the other woman. Barbara Walters did, Oprah did once and I know some of you did and are. A while ago, a young woman sat in my living room and proceeded to tell me why she thought wives were the stupidest women. She said and I quote “Majority of the men I know don’t love their wives, they love their girlfriends. The wives are the fools because they clean up after them, take care of them and at the end of the day, he goes to have fun with his girlfriend” I resisted the urge to slap the stupidity out of her mouth. She was sitting in a married woman’s house telling me, how she thought me and my kind were stupid.

Louis Vuitton suitcase and tote spotted among Kanye West's belongings despite his ban on the label

He recently called on his fans to boycott Louis Vuitton after being snubbed by the firm's vice-president Yves Carcelle. However, someone clearly didn't get the memo as Kanye West and Kim Kardashian's staff were spotted loading the couple's luggage into a car in New York on Tuesday and a LV tote bag and suitcase were among the belongings. It is unclear if the luggage belongs to Kanye or his fiancé but after the rapper's outburst against the brand, it is surprising the two items weren't immediately banished. Revealing why he was so upset with the label, Kanye, 36, told 92.3 NOW radio, recently: 'I was made for this moment. What happened was while I was out in Paris I wanted to meet with the head of Louis Vuitton, he said I don't understand why we need to meet with you. 'I said, "Let me explain to you why you need to meet with me." 'Everybody in New York City right now don't buy any Louis Vuitton until after January.  'Now do you want to meet with me? Now do you want to meet with me? Influence. They think that I don't realise my power.' Kanye is hoping his clout will stop fans splashing out on the French brand's luggage and handbags, which range in price from £300 and £8,000.