MTN Falls On Claim Of Illegal Cash Transfer – MTN Group shares slumped to a six-year low after a Nigerian senator claimed the wireless carrier may have illegally moved more than the previously estimated $14bn out of the country, citing early findings from an investigation into the allegation. [f24]
SA Starts Process To Withdraw From International Criminal Court – South Africa has decided to withdraw from the International Criminal Court following a dispute last year over a visit by Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir who is wanted by the tribunal for alleged war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide. [n24]
Panayiotou’s Former Employee Testifies Over Payoff Money – A former employee of murder accused Christopher Panayiotou claims he came across a bag containing R30,000, which was apparently meant to be paid to the alleged middle man who arranged his wife’s killing. [mg]
Ministers step up for Gordhan – Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan received a major boost in his fight against a charge of fraud when his cabinet colleagues threw their weight behind him. [tlive]
Assad Claims Viral Picture Of Syrian Boy In Ambulance Is Fake, Contradicting Numerous Witness Accounts – A photo of a young Syrian boy covered in dust and blood in an ambulance that was viewed by millions and became the face of Aleppo’s suffering is being called fake by Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad. [abc]
You’ll Be Dripping In Diamonds And Gold If You Win This Outrageous Competition – Good Luck! – What would you give for the opportunity to create a piece of stylish jewellery using your own design? Well, in this case, you won’t have to do much. [here]
Donald Trump Heckled by New York Elite At Charity Dinner – Donald J. Trump began this quadrennial exercise in campaign humility and self-deprecation on Thursday by comparing himself to the son of God — just another “carpenter working for his father” in his youth. [nyt]
Donald Trump: ‘I Will Totally Accept’ Election Results ‘if I Win‘ – Donald Trump said Thursday he will accept the results of next month’s election if he wins, a caveat that threatens to cast unprecedented doubt on the legitimacy of the electoral process. [cnn]
Spanish Court Overturns A Ban Against Bullfighting In Catalonia – The Constitutional Court of Spain overturned a ban against bullfighting on Thursday that had been approved by lawmakers in Catalonia six years ago, a decision that simultaneously outraged separatists in the region and animal activists. [nyt]
When Last Did You Eat Really Tasty Seafood In Cape Town? – The freshest fish in Cape Town may come from the harbour, but the real trick is serving it up to a discerning audience and doing it well. [here]
Microsoft’s Stock Is Trading At An All-Time High – Microsoft’s stock soared to new heights in after-hours trading following the release of a strong earnings report on Oct. 20. [qz]
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Why It’s Tough Being a Woman Named Trump – In defending his own alleged behavior and words, Donald Trump relies on the steadfast support of Melania and Ivanka. How do they stay so serenely devoted? [beast]
A New Dinosaur Species Has Been Discovered In Australia – Paleontologists have discovered a new species of dinosaur in Australia. The wide-hipped, long-necked, four-legged plant-eater was about half the length of a basketball court, and its shoulders stood as high as the hoop. [verge]
Tom Cruise Still Sends Dakota Fanning Birthday Presents – She thought he would stop furnishing her with gifts at a certain point. “I always think, ‘Oh, when I’m 18, he’ll probably stop. Oh, 21, he’ll stop. But every year. It’s really kind.” [vanfair]
Scarlett Johansson Opens Popcorn Shop In Paris – It is routine for actors to get bored of, well, acting, and use their privileged position to try their hand at other endeavours. Scarlett Johansson has decided to pursue a less well-trodden path and turn her attentions to the food industry.[ind]
Brad Pitt Comes Face-To-Face With Maddox Since Plane Incident – Brad Pitt had his first visit in more than a month with his 15-year-old son, Maddox … since their confrontation last month on a private jet. [tmz]
There’s Something Happening At The Castle And You Need To Check It Out [Video] – This year, the Castle of Good Hope is celebrating its 350th anniversary, so what better way to kick it off than by taking a gander through some natural heritage? [here]
Tobey Maguire and Leonardo DiCaprio Are Reliving Their Pussy Posse Glory Days – The recently separated Maguire is reportedly dealing with heartbreak like a mature adult: by clubbing with his old pal DiCaprio and chatting up 18-year-old Instagram stars. [beast]
The Psychological Conceit That Explains How Trump Can Deny Facts Over And Over With A Straight Face – Facing the facts is not always comfortable. Which is why sometimes, we choose to ignore them for as long as possible. When presented with enough evidence to the contrary, though, most of us own up to our denial. [qz]
5 Times Tom Hanks Went Out Of His Way To Be Kind To Total Strangers – Founding member of the good guys of Hollywood club. [time]
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