John Travolta’s Wife Walks Out – Reports
Reports emerged last night that Kelly Preston, wife of scandal-embattled actor John Travolta has finally had enough of the controversies surrounding the star, and left their home, and possibly their marriage.
Iran Claims This Book Will Cause The Collapse Of Christianity And Shake World Politics
An alleged ancient religious text, which was confiscated in 2000 by Turkish authorities, has since resurfaced following a request by the Vatican to view it. An Iranian report claims that the book’s contents will “trigger Christianity’s downfall by proving that Islam is the final and righteous religion.”
LEAKED: Judge Jake Moloi Recommends Firing Cele
The board of inquiry has turned in it’s 113 page report whether or not Cele is fit to hold office. The report was handed to the Office of the Presidency on Sunday, but has now been leaked to the media.
Friday Morning Spice
2oceansvibe Radio Launches JHB Melrose Arch Studio – Mini Roadsters,Jack Parow, JR, Karabo, Danny K, Ard Mathews buckets of Corona, Jack, Bos, De Grendel wine, and the internet converged to deliver a stark and beautiful picture of what radio will look like in the near future. Over 350 guests thronged the passageways of the Galleria […]
EU Cookie Privacy Law Will Heavily Impact Digital
On Saturday, the EU Cookie Directive goes into effect. It’s a European Union law governing the opting in and out of website cookies. The law was ratified in the name of privacy, but, the impact on the digital industry will be immense and, possibly, damaging.
How To Enjoy Google’s Doodle Like A Boss [VIDEO]
Yesterday’s Google doodle celebrated the 78th birthday of Robert Moog, creator of the famous “moog” synthesisers. And while most of us amused ourselves with it for a couple of minutes, today’s addition to the 2oceansVibe Boss Hall of Fame took that extra step. Check him perform “Aerodynamic” by Daft Punk (whilst staring at the camera in a creepy way) – like a boss.
Big Bang’s Jim Parsons (Sheldon) Outed In New York Times
Jim Parson, the actor who plays Sheldon on hit U.S. comedy “The Big Bang Theory”, was outed yesterday in a profile of the actor produced by the New York Times as he prepares to lead a revival of 1944 comedy “Harvey” on Broadway.
Prince Charles Spins The Wheels Of Steel On Recent Canadian Visit [VIDEO]
Prince Charles, having recently tried his hand at being a weatherman, is now learning to spin and scratch records. On a recent visit to a youth centre in Canada, one learnt how to “drop the beat”. The visit formed part of an international tour as part of The Queen’s upcoming diamond Jubilee.
Sexual Offences Act Flawed, NPA May Appeal Fondling Case Judgment
A while ago a man named Arnold Prins was charged with sexual assault for forcibly fondling a woman. He was not sentenced, as the act of “fondling” has no penalty under the Sexual Offences Act. But a High Court ruling today has given the Western Cape’s National Prosecuting Authority leave to appeal the original judgment, because the act is flawed.
Yahoo Shakes Up Search, Web Browsing
All of the major search engines are experimenting with new formats intended to make it easier for users to find information without clicking through to page after page of results. It’s Yahoo’s turn, and they’ve decided on a new browser enhancement they call “Axis.” It alters browsers made by other companies to display search results in a more convenient and visual format.
First Images From Zuma Penis Court Case [PICS]
Today the ANC is in court over the controversial painting of President Jacob Zuma and his penis. Some of his supporters have gathered outside the South Gauteng High Court, along with six of his children. The other 12 of his confirmed 18 kids were absent. See the first pics of all the excitement inside.
Marvel Gears Up For Their First Gay Wedding
Marvel is having a pretty good year this year, given the kajillions their Avengers film is making, not to mention all the glorious tie-ins, but another important event is set to drop in the pages of Astonishing X-Men this June – the long-awaited marriage of mutant Northstar (aka Jean-Paul Beaubier) and his human fiancé, Kyle in what will be a first for the comics giant.
Man Survives 700m Helicopter Jump, Without Parachute [VIDEO]
Yesterday, a British man made history by becoming the first person to jump from a helicopter at 2 400ft, without a parachute, and survive.
Thursday Morning Spice
Image: EWN Why I Did It: Zuma Vandal Explains – One of the men accused of vandalising a painting depicting President Jacob Zuma said he thought a white person should remove the painting, as it was created by a white person and the gallery was owned by a white person. [News24] Hewlett-Packard Cuts 27K Jobs […]
Stream Video Straight To Your iDevice With TiVo
As the number of series and TV shows we watch grows, so do the ways in which we do so. The good old days of sitting down in front of your TV to enjoy an episode Friends are steadily on their way out as we make room for the next upgrade in mobile technology – streaming recorded footage straight to your iOS device.
Transatlantic Flight Makes Emergency Landing Following Strange Bomb Threat
If you’ve gone through security at an airport recently, and I mean it real security, not the quick glance-and-pat that we have here in SA, then you’ll know that sneaking anything onto a plane is damn near impossible. Even a bottle of water. Which is why this woman’s threat was so unique.
Voyage For Cleaner Energy 2041 Yacht Docks In Cape Town Tomorrow
The Robert Swan Voyage for Cleaner Energy yacht, 2041, is due to dock in Cape Town tomorrow at 16h00. The eco-friendly yacht is en-route to the 2012 Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro, which takes place next month. Robert Swan, 2041’s founder, was the first person to walk to both the North and South Poles.
Film And Publication Board Postpones Zuma Penis Meeting
The Film and Publication Board sent a team of five classifiers to view and classify Brett Murray’s “The Spear”. In other words, it stands a chance of receiving an age-restriction. The classifiers were supposed to meet this morning to discuss the size, length and visibility of Zuma’s penis (in the painting) in order to make an informed decision, but have now postponed it till next Tuesday.
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Mantashe: ANC Banking On The East To Help SA Spite The West
The ANC’s Secretary General, Gwede Mantashe, has thrown down the gauntlet to South Africa’s relations with so-called developed Western countries, including the USA and the Eurozone, in favour of cash-rich developing countries like China and India. Is South Africa banking on the East in spite of the West?
Today’s Google Doodle Is Very Cool
Google recently put out an ad for a full-time doodler, and it seems they may have filled that position. Today’s doodle celebrates the 78th birthday of Robert Moog, creator of the famous “moog” synthesisers, in their best tribute yet. But what sets it apart from your average doodle?
Finance Minister Fights E-Toll Ruling In Concourt
Finance Minster, Pravin Gordhan, has warned that South Africa would face a dark economic future if the interdict temporarily halting the e-toll project wasn’t set aside urgently. We’d have to brace ourselves for negative international credit ratings. And essential services to schools, hospitals and roads would also be adversely affected, he said.
FHM Model Boasts On Twitter About Speeding, Bribing Traffic Cop
After boasting on Twitter that she got out of a R2 500 fine “for going 140 in a 60 zone” by paying a traffic cop R30, FHM model Sabina Essa received a call from Justice Project SA CEO Howard Dembovsky.
She then confessed to him that she merely sent the tweet for “some attention” from her followers. I honestly don’t know which of the two possible scenarios is worse.
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TAKEALOT Ad Pokes Fun At Levitt’s Alleged Intercom Chat With Carte Blanche
Local online retailer, takealot.com has made the most of the controversial intercom chat a Carte Blanche journalist had (allegedly) with ex Auction Alliance boss, Rael Levitt. According to Carte Blanche, the person on the other side of the intercom apparently changed his voice midway through the conversation. The intercom chat became a prominent discussion point […]
Egyptians Go To The Polls For The First Time In Five Thousand Years
Today Egyptians will be able to go to the polls and elect their leader in a democratic fashion for the first time in their recorded history. Who are the frontrunners for Hosni Mubarak’s old job, and can Egyptians expect a smooth transition?
4G LTE Networks: Namibia 1 South Africa 0
Namibia’s MTC (Mobile Telecommunications Company) rolled out Africa’s second 4G LTE network in capital Windhoek today, but don’t fret, South African high-speed data desirers, because our local companies have some good reasons for pause in rolling out 4G locally. Well, so they say…
Documentarian Impersonates ‘Wise Indian Guru’, Develops Real Following [VIDEO]
“So many of us look to the wisdom of the East, to solve our problems in the West.” Those are the words of filmmaker Vikram Ghandi, who set out to see how to see legitimate many of the sources of Eastern wisdom were, by impersonating a guru and then gaining a massive, legitimate following. Click through for the trailer and more details.
Awesome Time Lapse Of The Eihatsu Maru’s Holiday In Clifton [VIDEO]
2oceansViber, Rory Allen, spent four days last week documenting the Eihatsu Maru as it lay stranded on Clifton’s First Beach. He’s put together an amazing time lapse of events as they unfolded.
Was Vandalised Zuma Painting A Fake? [VIDEO]
A number of commenters have expressed the opinion that the scene of the defacing of Brett Murray’s The Spear in the Goodman Gallery was a set up. Citing the inch-perfect framing of the camera, as well as the fact that the camera was trained on the painting at the exact moment of its vandalism, commenters […]
Foldboat: The Workable Boat That Fits In Your Backpack [PICS]
I could tell you how cool this is, but seriously, that should be pretty obvious. This new full-sized foldable plastic boat is capable of sailing with a person inside it AND fits in your backpack! See what the Foldboat looks like, inside.