Mo Farah says he feels he has to believe in the denials made by his coach Alberto Salazar

Great Britain’s double Olympic gold medal-winner Mo Farah says he will continue to work with Alberto Salazar, following the coach’s denial of doping allegations made against him.

A number of allegations were made against Salazar in a BBC Panorama programme made in collaboration with US journalism organisation ProPublica, notably that he was involved in doping top US distance runner Galen Rupp, a training partner of Farah’s, in 2002However, on Tuesday Salazar wrote a 12,000 word open letter in which he denied all the accusations made against him.

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Mariah Carey I'm One Of The Poorest People In The Room

Mariah Carey is used to being the top diva at the table but after a power lunch with a bunch of billionaires she had to take a back seat ... FINANCIALLY.
Mariah finally got off the yacht and grabbed a bite with her new Australian beau, James Packer, and a few of his billionaire mates.
Yeah Mariah is worth $500 mil but that’s pennies compared to her dinner COMPANY: James Packer $4.6 bil, Kerry Stokes $1.26 bil, and top dog Ron Perelman $14.7 bil.
At least Mariah wasn’t at the bottom of the FINANCIALLY stacked list ... her pal, Brett Ratner was also there and he’s only worth $65 mil … he’ll only have to worry about leaving the tip.

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Photos: Despite not paying their salaries for months, Osun people throng out to show Gov support

Despite not paying the salaries of state civil servants for 7 months now, the people of Osun state came out in their numbers to show their state governor, Rauf Aregbesola their support.  Another photo after the cut...

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Blatter: I have not resigned

Sepp Blatter has hinted that he could yet attempt to stay on as Fifa president, insisting he has not resigned his position.

The 79-year-old announced his decision to step down on June 2, just four days on from beating Prince Ali bin Al Hussein in a presidential election held amid controversy after nine Fifa officials were indicted on charges of racketeering conspiracy and corruption.

Fifa REJECTED suggestions that Blatter would perform a U-turn and stand for re-election last week following claims that he could be convinced to put himself forward as a candidate once more.

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NFF bent on punishing Enyeama

NIGERIA Football Federation has disapproved claims by Vincent Enyeama that he never got any letter from the NIGERIA Football Federation inviting him to any disciplinary hearing in Abuja.
The Super Eagles skipper who invited to clarify his remark against the NFF’s choice of Ahmadu Stadium, Kaduna for Eagles Afcon qualifier against Chad played on June 13, 2015 said told BBC Sport that he was never notified officially by the NFF saying he only heard it in the media.

"Personally, as it was resolved in-house I thought that was the end of the matter. I only RECEIVED a letter to cautioning me about it [my comments] and to avoid a repeat of such,” said Enyeama.

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I flinched when I heard Liverpool's brutal fee for Firmino'

Liverpool's transfer fee to land Roberto Firmino is "brutal" and puts the Brazilian under pressure to justify his price TAG, according to the club's former defender Markus Babbel.

The 23-year-old became Brendan Rodgers's fifth summer signing on Wednesday in a deal Goal understands is worth €30 million up front, and which could rise to €40m.

Only Andy Carroll, an ill-fated £35 million move that reaped just six goals in 44 PREMIER League appearances, has cost Liverpool more and Babbel believes Firmino will be expected to hit the ground running.

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Vargas: Alexis isn't anything special

Juan Manuel Vargas says Eduardo Vargas and Alexis Sanchez "aren't anything special" as his Peru side prepare to face Chile in the Copa América 2015 semi-finals.

La Blanquirroja booked their spot in the final four with a 3-1 triumph over Bolivia on Thursday, setting up a meeting with the hosts at the Estadio Nacional on Monday.

But Vargas is not concerned by the attacking quality shown by La Roja - who have scored 11 goals in four games - so far in the tournament.

"Against them we have to play our own game. I've already played against Alexis and Vargas and they are not anything special," the Fiorentina man told reporters.

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Same-Sex Marriage Now That It's Legal ... Gay Groom Guru Is Making BANK

The Supreme Court's historic ruling on same-sex marriage means one thing -- gay wedding planners can finally CASH in, and one of 'em has hauled in more than a quarter mil just today.
Robert E. Blackmon picked the perfect time to release his 2nd edition of “The Gay Groom’s Guide." It came out last month, and within a couple of hours of SCOTUS' announcement ... sales shot up by 500% … according to Blackmon's rep.
With more than 12,000 copies sold online just today, Blackmon's raked in -- cha-ching, cha-ching -- about $327,500 in REVENUE!!
Fun tips include how to break up family fights, SELECTING music for gay and straight guests (say yes to "YMCA"), and an engagement ring tip that, sorry ... totally disses Liberace.
Straight weddings ... you just got slayed.

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Jimmy Fallon I Nearly Ripped My Finger Off

Jimmy Fallon and his single WORKING hand are looking for a little sympathy -- he just gave us a first look at the injury, and an explanation for what happened early Friday morning.
Jimmy's left hand is heavily bandaged and elevated in the pic he posted from his hospital BED. He says his ring got caught on the edge of a table when he tripped and fell at home -- and he damn near ripped a finger clean off his hand.
At least the 'Tonight Show' host can still count on his right hand for important things.
Like tweeting ... and other stuff.

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Kylie Jenner supports boyfriend Tyga at his movie premiere

Kylie Jenner was spotted out on Monday with her boyfriend Tyga as the two made their way to the premiere of his new movie "Dope" in Downtown LA. The teen looked chic in a red jumpsuit and Giuseppe Zanotti for Balmain lace up booties with a Moschino biker bag and Dior sun glasses. Kylie kept close to Tyga, but didn't walk the red carpet with him. More photos after the cut..

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Photos: Miley Cyrus bares it all on the cover of Paper magazine

My goodness, when will this girl stop? I'm sure the world is tired of seeing her and Kim K naked. More photos after the cut...

 

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ISIS captures 88 Eritrean Christians in Libya

The ISIS terror group kidnapped 88 Eritrean Christians from a people-smugglers' caravan in Libya last week, a U.S. defense official confirmed Monday.

The defense official confirmed initial reports of the mass kidnapping after seeing a recent intelligence report. The convoy was ambushed by militants south of Tripoli before dawn this past Wednesday morning.

Meron Estafanos, the co-founder of the Stockholm-based International Commission on Eritrean Refugees, said that the group of migrants included "about 12 Eritrean Muslims and some Egyptians. They put them in another truck and they put 12 Eritrean women Christians in a smaller pick-up".

Estafanos said that the militants had initially stopped the truck and demanded that the Muslims on board make themselves known. Everyone who responded was asked about the Koran and their religious observance in an attempt to catch Christians pretending to be Muslims.

The main body of the group was put back on the original truck. As the militants drove the vehicle away, at least 9 men attempted to escape by diving off the back of the truck. Estefanos said 3 of those who had escaped were safe, but still trying to get out of Libya. The fate of the others was not known.

Libya has become a jumping-off point for thousands of migrants from the Middle East and sub-Saharan Africa who attempt the dangerous Mediterranean crossing to southern Europe. However, Libya's ongoing instability has led to an increased presence by ISIS and other terror groups, increasing the risk for Christians and other non-Muslims attempting the crossing.

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Rihanna and footballer Karim Benzema spotted out together...again

Rihanna, who was spotted having dinner with Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema in New York last week, was spotted leaving an LA night club with him again last night. He's a cuter...but I wish she'd stick with Drake. More photos after the cut...

Photo credit: I screengrabbed from TMZ Sports video

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Khloe Kardashian slams liposuction rumors: I Work My Ass Off!

Khloe Kardashian has denied claims that she had liposuction to lose weight in a blistering Twitter tirade.

On Tuesday, the 30-year-old reality star took to her Twitter account to set the record straight.
She tweeted:

"I find it disgusting but maybe a compliment that I'm being accused of getting Lipo done. I work out 5 days a week. I bust my ass!" the 30-year-old wrote. "Yes this is documented by the paps. I'm assuming if I've had any sort of surgery I would need 6-8 weeks off of any intense workout."

 

 

 

 

 

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Presidency dismisses rumours on Buhari’s delayed relocation to Aso Villa

The Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to president Buhari, Shehu Garba released a statement yesterday describing as false, reports being circulated online that the reason Nigeria's new president hasn't relocated to Aso Villa was because he was advised by a Senegalese spiritualist not to do so for now. In the statement, Shehu said the report was embarrassing to say the least. He said the president is a Muslim who believes his fate belongs to God.

"The so-called spiritual cleansing of the Aso Rock Villa by Senegalese marabouts before President Buhari moves into the villa is the figment of the imagination of rumour mongers." He said

Shehu said renovation works at the villa was mostly the reason pres. Buhari hasn't moved to the Villa.

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