Lance Armstrong Might Might Have To Pay Back R103 Million In Win Bonuses – The U.S. Postal Service team owner, Tailwind Sports, took out an insurance policy with Dallas-based SCA Promotions in the unlikely event that Armstrong won year after year. IT came to $12 million+. Guess what happens next.. [forbes]
Phil Liggett Feels ‘Like A Fool’ – The voice of world cycling, Phil Liggett, says Lance Armstrong swore to his face he didn’t dope but the veteran commentator now feels like ‘a fool’ for staunchly defending the fallen cyclist for so long. [hersun]
Zuma Proposes ‘Innovative’ New Land Plan (No Mention Of Constantia) – President Jacob Zuma proposed a new land reform plan in Pretoria on Monday evening. “This is an innovative proposal that needs to be tested,” he told the first annual general meeting of the African Farmers’ Association of SA (Afasa). [news24]
CNN POLL: Barack Obama Wins Final Debate By 8 Points – An instant CNN poll taken after Monday night’s presidential debate found that 48 percent of viewers thought Barack Obama won the match-up, compared to 40 percent who thought Romney was the winner. [bizinsider]
Johannesburg Prison Vehicle Escape Attempt Fail – Correctional Services Commissioner Tom Moyane described Monday’s escape attempt near the Johannesburg Central Prison as one of the most daring attempts he had ever seen. Three people were killed and 14 others injured when explosives were detonated on a vehicle carrying prisoners from a Randburg court. [ewn]
Monster Energy Drinks Might Kill You – According to recently released reports, the FDA is investigating the link between Monster Energy drinks and five deaths, all of which occurred in the past year. [gawker]
Pippa Middleton Opens Her Party Planning Book with a Shout-Out to Her Fabulous Ass – It feels good to see Pippa Middleton finally acknowledge the rock solid foundation on which her fame empire has truly been built: her ass, baby, we’re talking about her ass. [gawker]
Beluga Whale Learns To Mimic Human Speech [Video] – It may sound like the indecipherable sing-song voice of the Muppets’ Swedish chef or Mr Punch, but scientists say it is the first recording of a whale copying human speech. [skynews]
DBSA Approves R9.6bn For Renewable Energy Projects – The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) has approved loan facilities amounting to R9.6bn earmarked for renewable energy projects to support the establishment of the renewable energy sector (representing 896.5 MW of the 3,725 MW national target) in South Africa. [bdlive]
Italian Scientists Go To Jail For Not Predicting Earthquake – An Italian judge sent shockwaves through the scientific world on Monday when he sentenced seven of the country’s leading experts on natural disasters to six years each for giving false assurances before the earthquake that hit the city of L’Aquila in 2009. [guardian]
Rhino Reward of R100 000 in KZN – A R100 000 reward has been offered by Ezemvelo KwaZulu-Natal Wildlife for the capture of the poachers who killed and dehorned a rhino in the iSimangaliso Wetland Park at the weekend. [news24]
Sushi Restaurant Installs ‘Spy Window’ Into Ladies’ Toilets – A sushi restaurant in Vienna has installed a “spy window” that allows people in the men’s toilets to look into the ladies’. The “art installation” at One Dots Experimental Sushi consists of a one-way mirror that separates the two restrooms, and was conceived by artist Alexander Riegler. [digispy]
‘Top Gun’ Director Tony Scott Died With Anti-Depressant, Sleep Aid In System – Filmmaker Tony Scott had an anti-depressant and sleep aid in his bloodstream when he leapt to his death from a suspension bridge in August, the Los Angeles County Coroner’s office said on Monday. [msnbc]
‘Fantasy Slut League’ Uncovered At US High School – A pervasive “Fantasy Slut League” has been uncovered at Piedmont High School in California following an investigation by school officials. Apparently emale students are “drafted” and male students earn points for “documented engagement in sexual activities” with female students. [huffpo]
Unfinished New Cher Single Leaks [Listen] – Cher took to Twitter after a minute-long “not final” mix of a new record leaked to the web, reportedly because a DJ in Michigan played it. [towle]
Jay Z / Beyonce Lose Blue Ivy Trademark Battle – A Boston event planning company has won a legal battle against one of the biggest stars in the world. Blue Ivy Events in Boston will keep the name that they have operated under since 2009. [myfox]
George Clooney Sings ‘Sweet Caroline’ With Neil Diamond [Video] – From Ocean’s Eleven to his throwback leading-man aura, George Clooney has sometimes projected a Sinatra vibe — but he’s no Blue Eyes when it comes to singing. Nevertheless, the actor semi-reluctantly joined Neil Diamond in a rendition of “Sweet Caroline.” [ew]
Kris Jenner Posts Nip-Slip On Twitter – Kris Jenner has made a Twitter boob – posting a nip-slip photo of herself online. The Kardashian family matriarch, 56, burst out of a lowcut top as she posed as Wonder Woman in an early Halloween snapshot. She deleted it later, but was too slow for the internet. [thesun]
English Soccer Fan Sentenced To Four Months In Jail For Punching A Goalie During A Game [Video] – Twenty-one year old Leeds United fan Aaron Cawley will spend 16 weeks in jail after pleading guilty to assault for running onto the field and punching Sheffield Wednesday goalie Chris Kirkland in the face last week. [busins]
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Possibilities Coach, Carol Gerber On Mommy Matters, 7-8 – This week, we will be talking to life/ “possibilities” coach, Carol Gerber, who works with entrepreneurs to regain their focus in their businesses, and develop goal orientated plans, as well as assisting people with career development in the corporate environment and learners who need to make informed career choices. If you’re a “Mompreneur” or just need some inspiration in your career, tune in at 7pm, and be part of the conversation on Facebook and Twitter as usual. We will be announcing the winner of our Shooshoos competition and listen out for info on our exciting new dad’s events coming up before the end of the year. [mommymatters]
How Hard Is Hard? – Tonight from 18h00-19h00, Dr Eve chats to Nodi Murphey, Director of the Out Of Africa Gay & Lesbian Film Festival about sexual orientation. They explore exactly how hard hard is, and review a sex toy. There will also be ticket giveaways to the Out Of Africa Film Festival. Make sure you don’t miss it! [dreve]
FRESH PODCASTS
Rob Houwing’s View On Finalists For SARU Rugby Player Of The Year – Rob and Tank spent an hour discussing all things rugby, including the Bryce Lawrence removal, the ten finalists for the SARU Rugby Player of the Year, the fight for the Bok flyhalf jersey, the potential void an centre should Jean de Villiers not make the tour, the selection of Butch James on the bench instead of at inside centre next to Elton Jantjies, the Currie Cup in general, and addressing a few questions from listeners via Twitter. [podcast]
The Aging Effects Of Clos Malverne – Maryna gave us the pleasure of tasting wines from the Clos Malvernie Estate, which has just unveiled thier flagship duo. The first of the duo is the Clos Malverne Auret 2012, this is a Cabernet dominated blend. The second of this amazing duo is the Clos Malverne Pinotage Reserve 2012. This wine has a dark plum colour and shouts fruit on the nose. Listen in for their thoughts, verdicts and the costs of these wines. [podcast]
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