Serena Williams reaches US Open final after defeating Elina Svitolina

Serena Williams is set for another chance to equal the all-time Grand Slam record after defeating Elina Svitolina to reach the US Open final clash.

The 37-year-old American defeated the Ukrainian fifth seed 6-3 6-1 on the Arthur Ashe Stadium last night to reach her fourth major final since welcoming her first child in September 2017.

The six-time champion will now face Canadian 19-year-old Bianca Andreescu in Saturday's final in New York.

T-Boss shares throwback photo of her flaunting her baby bump in underwear and heels (photos)

T-Boss has shared photos of herself modelling with her bump.

The former reality star who welcomed her child some weeks ago just released the photos, which were taken when her baby bump was just becoming noticeable.

See more photos below.

What I ordered vs what I got: woman in "sifia pain" because of what her tailor made for her

A Twitter user has shared a photo of an outfit she ordered and the final result that she got and she said she's in "sifia pain" as a result of the difference.

@UnscramZ shared the photo of both outfits, writing: "What I ordered VS what I got. Wallahi Allah I'm in sifia pain. You can laugh it's allowed."

'I would rather be dead in a ditch than delay Brexit beyond next month' - UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson

Prime Minister, Boris Johnson has said he'd "rather be dead in a ditch" than delay UK's exit from the European Union beyond October 2019.

Johnson was responding to a question from a reporter after making a speech in front of police recruits in West Yorkshire where he said, 'we must come out of the EU on October 31,”

The speech was however marred at the end by the collapse of a police cadet standing behind him.

"I didn't have an account balance when I married at 22" Yul Edochie says

Yul Edochie has revealed that at the time he got married at 22, he didn't have anything in his bank account.

The father-of-four made this revelation in a comment to one of his Instagram followers.

The follower commented on a photo of Yul with his children and told the actor that he is lucky to have married early. The follower added that he wants to follow in Yul's footsteps and have an early marriage but his bank balance is not encouraging.

And Yul replied, telling him that at the time he got married, he had nothing in his bank balance.

See the exchange below.

Angry youths beat up pastor in Cross River community, set his house, church ablaze for allegedly using people for rituals (photos)

People of Ukelle in Yala Local Government Area of Cross River State, unleashed their anger on a pastor after accusing him of using residents for rituals

According to Facebook user, James Nicolas, the pastor used three boys for rituals last week. In anger, youths of the community stormed his church which they set ablaze along with his house before beating and parading him .

'Yeah this is the fake prophet who has been using our people for rituals.
Remember earlier this year, we reported a case where about 5 people got missing on their way to North ukelle from Edor, and last week again this same demon has sacrificed 3 boys again from Wanihem.
From the pictures above, angry youths have set his house and church on fire'.

More photos below...

#Xenophobia: Basketmouth cancels his appearance at the Comic Choice Awards in South Africa this weekend

Basketmouth shared this on his IG page this morning.

Our greatest threat in Africa is poverty - Tony Elumelu writes on Xenophobia

Tony Elumelu has described the greatest threat in Africa as 'Poverty'.  

Elumelu stated this in an article to express his displeasure to the ongoing xenophobic attacks and counter attacks between Nigerians and South Africans.

In his words, “our greatest threat in Africa is not our Fellow African brothers and sisters. It is Poverty! And as I have often said, Poverty anywhere is a threat to all of us everywhere. Let’s not lose sight of our shared destiny.” 

See his full article below:

YouTube removes over 100,000 videos and over 17,000 channels for violating its hate speech rules

YouTube says it has removed more than 100,000 videos and over 17,000 channels for violating its hate speech rules in April through June, which is five times more than it removed in the previous three months.

YouTube also took down over 500 million comments over hate speech and attributed the increase to its recent efforts to counter the proliferation of hate content. In June, the company updated its hate speech policy to include a ban on supremacist content and the removal of videos that deny well-documented atrocities, such as the Holocaust, and the 2012 shooting rampage at Sandy Hook elementary school.

YouTube, which is owned by Google also said it's been able to remove more objectionable content before it was widely viewed efforts that have resulted in an 80% decrease in views on content that is later taken down for violating YouTube's rules. 

Kolawole Ajeyemi hilariously trolls on Toyin Abraham with a 'What I ordered and what I got video' dance video

Kolawole Ajeyemi hilariously trolled on the mother of his child, Toyin Abraham ahead of her birthday tomorrow September 5. 

The Nollywood actor shared a "What I ordered and What I got video" short video on Instagram which had both Korra Obidi and Toyin Abraham dancing during pregnancy. Kolawole also attached a pre-birthday message to his heartthrob in the video. 

He wrote; 

Uche Ogbodo slammed for describing Ghana as 'ordinary'

Uche Ogbodo ignited the wrath of Ghanaians and Nigerians after she addressed Ghana as 'ordinary' in her rant against the xenophobic attacks in South Africa. 

The mother of one had described the attacks as inhumane and also called for a retaliation. She further roped in "ordinary" Ghana into her rant of countries that spring up fights against Nigeria with no 'equal response'. 

She wrote; 

Rick Ross admits seizure brought on by codeine abuse once caused him to defecate on himself while in bed with a woman

Rick Ross has revealed that codeine abuse caused him to have seizures and he disclosed the scariest seizure he had, which became his turning point.

The rapper released an autobiography titled Hurricanes, in which he revealed that his stay at the hospital in 2018 was as a result of a seizure brought on by codeine abuse 

In the book, the rapper went further to describe what happened on the night of his most severe seizure in 2018. He said the seizure, which was brought on by a mixture of codeine, alcohol and other drugs, made him foam at the mouth and defecate on himself while he was in bed with a woman.

#Xenophobia: Nigerian government must sue South Africa and demand compensation – Femi Falana

Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, has asked the Nigerian Federal Government to sue the South African government and demand compensation for Nigerian victims of the xenophobic attacks in the country.  

Falana, in a statement, titled: “Beyond the condemnation of xenophobic attacks by the federal government,” said like its counterpart in Nigeria, the political class in South Africa have failed to address the challenge of poverty and inequality confronting the majority of the black people.

'I'm going to make history again' - Andy Ruiz Jnr vows to beat Anthony Joshua for the second time as they come face to face (Photos)

Andy Ruiz Jnr has vowed he will beat Anthony Joshua for the second time when they hit the boxing ring again in December.

The Mexican- American heavyweight champion defeated Joshua in a shock defeat back in June at Madison Square Garden. The Mexican boxer defeated Joshua in the seventh-round to hand British/Nigerian boxer his first professional loss.

He came face to face with Joshua for the first time since their last match on Wednesday, September 4, ahead of their rematch and promis8e to make history again by beating his opponent. 

'Violence cannot save you' - PDP reacts to the disruption of its Kogi governorship primary by mocking Governor Yahaya Bello

The Peoples Democratic Party has accused Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi state of being the mastermind of the gun attack at its governorship primary in Lokoja in this early hours of Wednesday. September 4th.

Voting had ended and the sorting of the ballots had just begun when gunmen invaded the Lokoja Stadium, sending everyone scampering for safety.  

Kola Ologbondiyan, the party’s spokesman, at a press briefing in Abuja today, accused Bello of sending the gunmen, stating that they were “Known APC faces”. He did not provide any proof to justify the accusation but he said his party had “a peaceful, decent, clean, clear, credible and transparent process” in the conduct of its primary.

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu vows to deal with troublemakers exploiting the ongoing xenophobic attacks

Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the governor of Lagos State has vowed to deal with troublemakers exploiting the ongoing xenophobic attacks on foreign nationals in South Africa to foment trouble in the state.  

Issuing a stern warning to people engaging in reprisals against innocent people in Lagos in response to events in South Africa, Sanwo-Olu said he will not condone violence of any form on innocent residents and businesses in the State by any person or group.  

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has vowed to deal with troublemakers exploiting the ongoing xenophobic attacks on foreign nationals in South Africa to foment trouble in the state. #LASG #ForAGreaterLagos pic.twitter.com/VhcXYE22V2

— The Lagos State Govt (@followlasg) September 4, 2019

10 years ago, this conversation would have been about my bad result- Davido shares photo from a meeting with his billionaire dad

Popstar, Davido paid a visit to his billionaire dad's office today. He shared this photo from the meeting and wrote, '10 years ago this conversation would have been about my bad result (Grades)  in school NOW WE TALKIN BILLIONS AND FIXED DEPOSITS!! DADDY MI".

Beyonce's mother celebrates the singer's 38th birthday with beautiful words and never-before-seen photo

Beyonce's mother shared a never-before-seen photo of Beyonce to celebrate the singer as she turns 38 today.

In the photo, the beautiful singer is seen leaning on her mother's shoulder as she smiled at the camera.

Musa Wada emerges PDP governorship candidate in Kogi

Musa Wada has emerged as the People's Democratic Party (PDP) flagbearer for the governorship election in Kogi state after defeating his older brother Capt. Idris Wada and 10 other candidates in the primary election. 

Musa polled 748 votes to defeat his closest opponent Abubakar Mohammed Ibrahim, the son of former governor Ibrahim Idris (Ibro) who polled 710 votes.

'This one is special' Davido declines to confirm if he's expecting a child with Chioma, says their wedding holds next year (video)

Davido had an interview at Beat FM today where he spoke about his upcoming wedding to his lover, Chioma and also addressed rumors that she is pregnancy.

The 27 year old singer who had his wedding introduction on Monday September 2nd, said their wedding will hold in 2020.

We have not started all that plans yet. 2020 is the year for sure'' .

Dino Melaye weeps, sustain knee injury as he loses PDP primary in Kogi State (Photos)

Its not the best of times for Senator Dino Melaye who lost the Governorship election ticket to Engr Wada today.

Musa Wada, a younger brother of the immediate past Governor Idris Wada, who also contested for the ticket, scored 748 votes to clinch the party ticket and emerge flag bearer for the November 16 governorship election.

He was closely followed by Abubakar Mohammed Ibrahim, the son of a former governor, Ibrahim Idris (Ibro), who polled 710 votes. The immediate past governor, Capt. Wada, came third with 345 votes while Senator Melaye polled 70 vote to emerge fourth.

Xenophobia: 'I have been insulted and threatened so much' - MI Abaga apologizes for supporting SA rapper, AKA

Nigerian rap legend, MI Abaga has officially apologised to his fans and Nigerians for his tweets in support of South African rapper, AKA who was insensitive to the plight of Nigerians in the wake of xenophobic attacks.

In his words, MI Abaga tweeted, 'to everyone I offended yesterday I apologise.. It is always the right time for healing. I hope we can begin to listen to each other and discuss real lasting solutions. I know I will'.

Brexit: Wole Soyinka compares British PM, Boris Johnson to Russian President, Vladimir Putin

Nigerian Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka has called on Commonwealth members to investigate the United Kingdom.

In an interview with the BBC, Soyinka said that Prime Minister Johnson's decision to suspend parliament sets a bad example and could lead to their suspension from the Commonwealth. He compared the British leader to Oliver Cromwell and Vladimir Putin.

When I gave birth to you, you died - Angela Okorie recounts on son's birthday

Angela Okorie took a long walk back to the memory lane as she celebrated her son on his 8th birthday today September 5. 

Recounting some of the challenges she faced, Angela Okorie revealed that her son, Chamberline died shortly after she gave birth to him. She said the doctor asked them to go, before God intervened and brought him back to life. 

Shoprite Nigeria condemns Xenophobia

In a statement today, the Shoprite Group strongly condemned any kind of violence and intimidation against the citizens and businesses of countries on the African continent and anywhere in the world.

The retailer is highly concerned about the acts of xenophobic violence against foreign nationals that sporadically flare up and the resultant rhetoric of intolerance that is levelled against foreigners and the platform this creates for criminals to exploit it.

As a company with deep African roots who employs thousands of African nationals and works to bring affordable prices to consumers in 15 countries on the continent, we would like to see an end to xenophobia across the continent.

Toyin Abraham's hubby, Kolawole Ajeyemi and family members surprise her as she turns a year older today (video)

Actress, Toyin Abraham is a year older today September 5th.

Her hubby, Kolawole Ajeyemi, and her family memberssurprised him with beautiful gifts this morning. Kolawole shared the beautiful video from the surprise on IG withe th caption

Happy birthday MUMMY IRE. @toyin_abraham May the great God of heaven keep and guide you for me all the days of your life may you live long to see your children, and children’s children. So you are growing older May you be stronger, good health shall be your portion now and for ever more. Amen''. 

Rochas Okorocha, wife, to forfeit assets to Nigerian government – EFCC

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) says it has obtained orders for the interim forfeiture of some properties traced to the immediate past governor of Imo state, Rochas Okorocha, and his wife, Nkechi which it suspects to be proceeds from fraudulent acts.

Samson Siasia appeals FIFA's lifetime ban on him, says 'I have never been be a party to any form of unethical conduct'

Samson Siasia, the former Super Eagles’ Chief Coach on Wednesday, Sepetember 4th in Abuja said he has appealed against the life ban slammed on him by world football governing body, FIFA.  

Siasia told newsmen that his lawyers filed the appeal to FIFA on August 27, while another appeal was filed with the Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) on August 29. He denied any involvement in any illegal act, such as match-fixing, saying he was well aware they are contrary to the ethics of the football sport.

I can’t wait till you all find out who the real yahoo boys in Nigeria are - Naira Marley shakes major table

Nigerian singer, Naira Marley who was arrested back in May for fraud and internet scam has taken to Twitter to shake a major table. 

He wrote: 'I can’t wait till you lot find out who the real yahoo boys in Nigeria are.'

Regina Daniels and her friends playfully fight for last ball of eba her mum made while Ned Nwoko minds his business (video)

A hilarious video shared online shows Regina Daniels, 21, and her friends jostling to get the last ball of eba and soup the actress's mother cooked. 

In the video, the ladies are seen at the dinning table, all of them standing, except for Regina who sat. They rushed through the eba and soup and when what was left was just little, the girls began fighting for the last bits of eba and soup.

All the while this was going on, her husband Ned Nwoko, 59, can be seen watching TV and completely ignoring them, an act that caught Instagram users' attention.

Cara Delevingne becomes the UK's highest-paid supermodel after making £21.5million last year

Cara Delevingne is UK's highest-paid supermodel after she made a staggering £21.5million last year.

According to Companies House documents obtained by The Sun, Cara doubled her earnings last year and made £21,594,838 in 2018, compared to £12.46million in 2017. 

The accounts for her company Cara & Co, which looks after her modelling and promo work reveal that the catwalk star took home just over £59,000 per day last year. PER DAY.

Thousands of people plan to barbecue near a woman's home after she sued her neighbor for having barbecues

Thousands of Australians are gathering to plan a barbecue in front of the home of a vegan woman who sued her neighbor for having barbecues.

According to the New York Post, Cilla Carden claimed that the meat odors from her neighbor’s barbecues have ruined her quality of life and she sued them for damages. 

The lawsuit was filed last year but the complaint was removed from the court system earlier this year. Carden filed an appeal but the appeal was rejected in July.

This news of the lawsuit went viral this week and a Facebook group called "Community BBQ for Cilla Carden" was created to plan a berbecue near Cilla's house as a "peaceful protest."

Uche Jombo queries Nigerian senators on receiving N1.2m as hardship allowance

Uche Jombo in a new tweet questioned the payment of N1.2m to Nigerian senators as hardship allowance. 

The Nollywood actress and mother of one asked what "hardship allowance" meant while stating that same should be invested into Nollywood over its challenges of filming in Nigeria.  

Read her tweets below; 

Brad Pitt reveals why he turned to 'Alcoholics Anonymous' for help when his marriage to Angelina Jolie crashed

Brad Pitt has opened up about his sobriety, and what he’s learned from spending a year and a half in an all-male Alcoholics Anonymous group.

In an interview with The New York Times, the 55-year-old actor looked back on his decision to give up drinking, which came after his split from Angelina Jolie. 

“I had taken things as far as I could take it, so I removed my drinking privilege,” Pitt said. He said he was moved by his fellow male group members in Alcoholics Anonymous.

“You had all these men sitting around being open and honest in a way I have never heard. It was this safe space where there was little judgment, and therefore little judgment of yourself. It was actually really freeing just to expose the ugly sides of yourself and there’s great value in that” he said.

#Xenophobia: South African High Commission in Nigeria shuts down its offices and consulate in Lagos over fear of reprisal attacks

The South Africa High Commission to Nigeria has shut down its offices and consulate in Lagos over fear of reprisal attack by youths in the country.  

The acting High Commissioner, Amb. Bobby Moroe in a chat with Punchng this morning confirmed that he had directed the Mission to suspend all consular activities until the situation improved. He explained that the reported attacks on South Africans in parts of the country informed the decision to close down the Mission.

Moroe stated, “I directed that the Mission should be closed until the situation improves. We heard that South Africans were being pulled out of vehicles and attacked. We feel unsafe and that is why I directed that the mission should close down until further notice.” 

'I always thought our problem was our leaders till I joined politics' - Yul Edochie

According to the actor cum politician, 'I always thought our problem was our leaders till I joined politics and realized the people are also a big part of the problem. If you run for office and you don't have money to share, even your village people will leave you and support a well known kidnapper who is sharing money'.

#Xenophobia: FG warns against reprisal attacks

The Federal Government has warned Nigerians against carrying out any reprisal attacks following the recent Xenophobic attacks on Nigerians in South Africa.

Speaking to newsmen at a briefing in Abuja this morning, the Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, said reprisals are hurting more Nigerian investors than any other group.

In his words