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Badvertising: The Star Newspaper Runs Poorly Placed Ad Above Pistorius News Headline
19 Feb 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 3 Comments
Well, this is awkward. The Star, a Johannesburg newspaper in the recently sold INM South Africa stable ran with a poorly placed advertisment in the February 19 morning edition. The advertisement for a local insurance company depicts a stylised prosthetic leg right beneath the head and shoulders of paralympian, Pistorius. Click here for full sized image Contacted for […]
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Steroids Allegedly Found At Pistorius’ Home – Inevitable “Roid Rage” Speculation Surfaces
19 Feb 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 3 Comments
The latest details to emerge from the Pistorius case indicate that police asked state doctors to analyse blood and urine samples obtained from Pistorius on the morning of the murder for the presence of steroids.
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The Monday Afternoon Pistorius Update: Oscar’s Star Defense Team Includes Ex-Tabloid Editor, As Ex-Girlfriends’ Bickering Spills Onto Social Media
18 Feb 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 2 Comments
Pistorius and ex-girlfriend, Jenna Edkins Things are falling apart, a little bit. Oscar Pistorius’ ex-girlfriends have not been shy to voice their opinions of the Paralympian murder accused. Most vociferous have been Samantha Taylor, and Jenna Edkins. Taylor told the press last year that she was “prepared to reveal what Pistorius made me go through”. […]
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Jaw-Dropping Pistorius Coincidence On Local ’30 Seconds’ Game Card
18 Feb 2013 by Seth Rotherham / 3 Comments
If you’ve got a local version of the world-famous board game, 30 seconds, you might want to have a look through the cards. The one card shows a group of answers, which would normally seem unrelated. Not anymore..
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Michael Jordan Made $80 Million Last Year – He’ll Make Much More In 2013
18 Feb 2013 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Michael Jordan celebrated his half-century this last Sunday. And $80 million more in the bank. After his retirement 10 years ago, Forbes reports that the Jordan brand (a division of Nike) still scores him $80 million a year, along with his corporate partners Gatorade, Hanes, Upper Deck and the Bobcats, to name a few. In […]
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PISTORIUS: Blood-Spattered Cricket-Bat Found, Claims That Reeva Steenkamp’s Skull Was Crushed
18 Feb 2013 by Seth Rotherham / 3 Comments
More and more details and facts will arise, as this case moves on and further grips the country. This weekend we learnt about some new pieces of information. Namely a bloodied cricket bat and the fact that Pistorius carried Steenkamp down the stairs. Her skull apparently crushed.
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The Friday Afternoon Oscar Pistorius Wrap Up – State Pursues Charge Of Premeditated Murder
15 Feb 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 7 Comments
State prosecutors have confirmed that they will be pursuing life imprisonment for Pistorius, under a charge of premeditated murder. Broader heads of argument will be unpacked after Pistorius’ bail hearing, but it is understood that the state will contend that Pistorius planned and executed the murder of Reeva Steenkamp by shooting her through the bathroom […]
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Skier Nails A Backflip While Outrunning Avalanche [VIDEO]
15 Feb 2013 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Not to be outdone by Cape Town local, Dec’io Lourenc’o in the huge balls department, Sverre Liliequist backflipped on to an avalanche while skiing down the face of a mountain. Just because, you know. Street cred. Or something, I don’t know what would compell someone to do that. Don’t ask me. Competing in the Big Mountain […]
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Police Rubbish Oscar Pistorius ‘Mistake Intruder’ Theory, As Witnesses Report Screaming And Shouting Earlier That Evening
15 Feb 2013 by Seth Rotherham / 3 Comments
It turns out the widely-covered story about Oscar Pistorius killing his girlfriend because he thought she was a burglar, is completely false. Not only that, but apparently there were ‘witnesses’ who heard screaming and shouting.
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Oscar Pistorius Went To Shooting Range When He Couldn’t Sleep And Had ‘96% Accuracy Over 300m’
15 Feb 2013 by Seth Rotherham / 6 Comments
An article in the New York Times, written a year ago, revealed Oscar Pistorius to be something of a gun enthusiast – often visiting the shooting range when he couldn’t sleep.
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Oscar Pistorius Makes Front Page Headlines Across The Globe [PICS]
15 Feb 2013 by Seth Rotherham / 1 Comment
Oscar Pistorius made front page headlines across the world during last year’s Olympic Games. Now he’s back at it again, for all the wrong reasons and even more prominant than bafore. Click to see the biggest names in global news featuring Pistorius as their main front page headline yesterday.
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Oscar’s Ex-Girlfriend: “Oscar Is Not What People Think He Is”
14 Feb 2013 by Seth Rotherham / 1 Comment
A tongue-in-cheek November 2012 article featured on 2oceansvibe has returned to the spotlight. What was originally an article about jealousy, turns out to reveal some relevant insight. This, following Oscar Pistorius’ alleged killing of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp.
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John Cleese Under Fire For Offensive Oscar Pistorius Tweet
14 Feb 2013 by Seth Rotherham / 1 Comment
Monty Python star John Cleese has rubbed people the wrong way with a tweet he sent out earlier today. Not ideal..
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Thursday Afternoon Update: Oscar Pistorius Billboards Get Pulled Down In Johannesburg, As Old Security Fear Tweet Is Revealed
14 Feb 2013 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Here’s what we know, at the end of Thursday 14 February, 2013. Reeva Steenkamp has been killed. She was shot at least twice. Some reports indicate four shots. A coroners report is yet to confirm the number of wounds. Oscar Pistorius has been arrested and charged for Reeva Steenkamp’s murder. Police have indicated that previous […]
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Oscar Pistorius Update: Police Suggest History Of “Domestic Incidents” At Pistorius’ Home [AUDIO]
14 Feb 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 2 Comments
Police indicate that they will oppose bail for Oscar Pistorius. Police indicate that previous incidents of a “domestic nature” have been reported at Pistorius residence. More inside
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The Worship of Sports Celebrities – Maybe We Should Be A Little More Skeptical
14 Feb 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 18 Comments
The details on this morning’s shooting are still unclear, but whatever the outcome it should serve as another warning againt raising a simple sportsman up to be something he ultimately isn’t.
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Identity Of Oscar Pistorius’ Girlfriend Revealed
14 Feb 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 6 Comments
The identity of Oscar Pistorius’s current girlfriend has been revealed.
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Oscar Pistorius Kills Girlfriend
14 Feb 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 8 Comments
Paralympic hero, Oscar Pistorius, has shot and killed his girlfriend. The shooting happened in the early hours of this morning at his home in Silver Lakes, Pretoria.
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No Fine For The Maniac Skater, Dec’io Lourenc’o
13 Feb 2013 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Downhill skater, Dec’io Lourenc’o, will not be prosecuted according to Cape Town traffic enforcement. This is a far cry from the words of JP Smith, Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, and his response to Lourenc’o’s “reckless and negligent” behaviour captured in YouTube videos filmed on Kloof Road and the Glen to Clifton. Why? The videos […]
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“Skateboarding Does Not Belong On Public Roads” – JP Smith Versus Downhill Skater Dec’io Lourenc’o [PODCAST]
11 Feb 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 1 Comment
Should skateboards be allowed on Cape Town roads? Do skateboards and bicycles deserve the same amount of respect on the roads? Did Dec’io set off the speed trap, or was it the car right behind him? The answers to all these questions, and more, inside
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The Best Worst Sports Video You’ll Watch This Year – Blue Bulls Sing “Stand By Me” [VIDEO]
11 Feb 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 8 Comments
Oh it’s so bad. There’s not much more to say, except for “Your team, Pretoria.” [Source : @ArthurJones]
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There’s Always A Giant Waiting To Be Toppled By An Underdog
08 Feb 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 2 Comments
For your enjoyment! Please welcome former Sports Illustrated SA staffer, pub quizz enthusiast, and latest edition to the 2oceansvibe Columnist stable – Gareth Rosslee! Take it away, Gareth
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Cape Town’s Downhill Skater Versus JP Smith On 2oceansvibe Radio At 11h00
08 Feb 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 9 Comments
Cape Town’s Downhill Skater, Dec’io Lourenc’o is facing some serious charges for reckless endangerment. And JP Smith, Cape Town City Councilor and Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, is behind it all. Dec’io joins us in studio for the debate, along with Andrew Wheeldon, Founder and MD at the bicycle empowerment network. We’ll then follow the […]
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Beckham And His Bits In New H&M Ad [VIDEO]
07 Feb 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 1 Comment
Paris Saint-Germain’s newest edition, David Beckham takes the lead, Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels director Guy Richie takes the reigns and Foster The People’s “Don’t Stop” is the soundtrack to this rad advert which resembles a film short. Apart from the noteworthy collaboration, did you see Beck’s little bum clench at the end of […]
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Windsport Legend Robby Naish – “I Don’t See A Big Resurgence in Windsurfing” [Full Interview PODCAST]
07 Feb 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 1 Comment
Last week “Red Bull King of the Air” and “Robby Naish” were buzz words around Cape Town. Seth Rotherham and Marcus Brain were able to squeeze in a short chat with Naish, legendary American kitesurfer, about his brand, the excitement around last week’s event as well as his love for fast cars. Most importantly, they […]
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Kelly Slater’s Endless Wave Pool Is Endlessly Amazing [PICS]
07 Feb 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 2 Comments
Kelly Slater’s career is definitely not winding down. In fact, things might very well just be warming up. The world famous surfer now wants to build an “endless wave pool” for surfing. The Kelly Slater Wave Co. says the proposed doughnut-shaped pool will be able to produce guaranteed surfable waves and will be the center of […]
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Step Aside Michael Jordan – Toddler Nails Insane Basketball Trick Shots [VIDEO]
07 Feb 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 1 Comment
In case you were feeling particularly confident of your athletic ability today, here’s something to ruin your self-esteem. Here are the facts: This kid is two years old. He loves basketball. He shoots hoops as high as seven feet. He is a better athlete than you. [Source : YouTube]
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Police To Prosecute Downhill Skateboarder – Debate Over The Rights Of Cyclists And Skaters Rages
07 Feb 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 19 Comments
Round one of Lourenc’o versus Smith. This story is spicing up. As of yesterday Dec’io Lourenc’o is facing some serious charges for reckless endangerment, and JP Smith, Cape Town City Councilor and Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, is behind it all. Smith announced yesterday that the City of Cape Town would be laying […]
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Lance Armstrong Faces Criminal Investigation By The Feds
07 Feb 2013 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
If you thought things could not get any worse for Lance Armstrong, he is facing a criminal investigation by federal investigators according to a high level source who told CBS News this: Agents are actively investigating Armstrong for obstruction, witness tampering and intimidation. Contrary to statements made on Tuesday by Andre Birotte, US Attorney for […]
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The Full Length Interview With Cape Town’s Downhill Skating Maniac That You’ve Been Waiting For [VIDEO]
06 Feb 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 3 Comments
“The bigger the hill the better.” At the tender age of 16, an impressionable Dec’io Lourenc’o saw a group of kids skating down Glen Road. The boys were the SPUs, a skateboarding crew from Sea Point, and like any teenager, Dec’io wanted a piece of the action. That’s when he got his first set of […]
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