Arnold Schwarzenegger was reportedly detained by customs officers at Munich airport on Wednesday due to an issue relating to a luxury watch that he owns. The 76-year-old, who starred in the 'Terminator' film series, had been taken away for questioning by airport officials after an issue arose at customs. Page Six report the ex-California governor was kept for … Continue reading Why German police arrested famous actor Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Singaporean in tears after meeting her bone marrow donor for the first time
One woman was filled with nothing but gratitude when she finally came face-to-face with the person who saved her life. The pair met for the first time on Friday (Dec 8) night and the scene was so heartwarming that the woman couldn't help but shed tears. According to Shin Min Daily News, 27-year-old Jiang Meimei who had … Continue reading Singaporean in tears after meeting her bone marrow donor for the first time
Humanitarian crisis in Ukraine being ‘normalised’, warns aid charity
International attention on Ukraine is fading and attacks on civilian infrastructure in the country are becoming "normalized", a major aid charity has warned. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) said it is preparing for fewer donations towards its operations in Ukraine as the conflict rages on. The charity received $40m (£31.8m) in funding for Ukraine operations … Continue reading Humanitarian crisis in Ukraine being ‘normalised’, warns aid charity
Death toll from Turkey-Syria earthquakes passes 9,000, UN intervenes with $25 million
Rescuers from Turkey and Syria, and increasingly from around the world as international assistance arrived, have continued to search the rubble for survivors early Wednesday after major earthquakes in Turkey and Syria. Officials say the number of dead tallied in the two countries so far is climbing toward 9,000, with fears that this figure could double. Turkey's Disaster Management Authority … Continue reading Death toll from Turkey-Syria earthquakes passes 9,000, UN intervenes with $25 million
Meet Rita Ofili, Winner Of Miss Wheelchair Nigeria 2022 (Photos)
Physical Challenge Never Limited My Success In Life, Says Winner Of Miss Wheelchair 2022 The winner of Miss Wheelchair Nigeria 2022, Rita Ofili has said her physical challenge has not limited her success nor stopped her from achieving her dreams. According to her, the decision to be successful in life begins with the mind, encouraging … Continue reading Meet Rita Ofili, Winner Of Miss Wheelchair Nigeria 2022 (Photos)
Tony Elumelu receives Belgium’s highest national honour
The Kingdom of Belgium has conferred the honorary distinction of Officer in the Order of Leopold, on Africa’s leading investor and philanthropist, Tony O. Elumelu. The honour, which is the country’s oldest and most important National Honour, is in recognition of Elumelu’s commitment to poverty eradication and the economic empowerment of young Africans. The Ambassador … Continue reading Tony Elumelu receives Belgium’s highest national honour
Beckham joins All In Challenge
David Beckham, the former England soccer captain and now co-owner of Major League Soccer's Inter-Miami, is giving fans a chance to play a five-a-side charity match and raise funds to help feed those in need during the novel coronavirus pandemic. Beckham's offer is part of the 'All In Challenge' in which athletes and celebrities come … Continue reading Beckham joins All In Challenge
How Louis Vuitton and famous designers intend fighting the coronavirus
It's difficult to find hand sanitizer during the novel coronavirus outbreak, but France may soon see some relief thanks to a major luxury-goods maker. The BBC reports that LVMH—owner of the Louis Vuitton, Givenchy, Tiffany, and Christian Dior lines, among others—will "use the production lines of its perfume and cosmetic brands ... to produce large quantities of hydroalcoholic gels" … Continue reading How Louis Vuitton and famous designers intend fighting the coronavirus
Jeff Bezos donates ‘generously’ to save the world
Jeff Bezos, the world’s richest person, has made the second largest charitable gift in recent history. The Amazon founder is giving $10 billion to a new initiative that will fund programs to combat the effects of climate change, he said in an Instagram post on Monday. The Bezos Earth Fund comes after years of criticism that the … Continue reading Jeff Bezos donates ‘generously’ to save the world
What we love most about Duchess Meghan
The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, admires Duchess Meghan because she's a "person of profound humanity." Welby, has previously spoken out in support of the Duchess of Sussex and recently praised her for being a "remarkable person". Speaking out about the "totally undeserved" criticism the Duchess has received, he said: "She's a person of profound humanity … Continue reading What we love most about Duchess Meghan
Arsenal star Aaron Ramsey reveals why he sponsors the Elephant Campaign
Do you know that Arsenal star Aaron Ramsey is supporting the 'Poach Eggs Not Elephants' campaign? He got to know about animal conservation while watching nature documentaries as a kid. The Welsh footballer grew up with love for wildlife and wanted to help in some ways, so he's actively involved with sensitizing people on social … Continue reading Arsenal star Aaron Ramsey reveals why he sponsors the Elephant Campaign
Cristiano Ronaldo: The Kindest Footballer Ever, Donates Money and Blood to Save Lives
When most of us discuss football, we talk about the world best players, highest goal scorers, best dribblers, most expensive players and so on, rarely do we argue about the most charitable players. Image: Cristiano Ronaldo Almost every footballer loves fame, women, flashy cars and magnificent houses because that's what the world wants to talk about. … Continue reading Cristiano Ronaldo: The Kindest Footballer Ever, Donates Money and Blood to Save Lives
JK Rowling & Elton John Named The Most Charitable Celebrities.
Sir Elton John and JK Rowling have been revealed as the top two charitable celebrities. A large number of kind-hearted celebrities and philanthropists gave a total of £1 million or more to charity last year. Sir Elton is said to have given nearly £27 million, much of which went to his AIDS Foundation founded in 1992 as … Continue reading JK Rowling & Elton John Named The Most Charitable Celebrities.
Didier Drogba Foundation: A Copy Of The Statement Against Accusations on Fraud from UK Daily Mail
Didier Drogba is very angry and has taken steps towards suing a British website for an alleged statement that only a fraction of the outrageous funds from his Charity Foundation is spent on charity projects. The newspapers continued that a big part of the funds is spent on lavish fundraising parties but the foundation claims … Continue reading Didier Drogba Foundation: A Copy Of The Statement Against Accusations on Fraud from UK Daily Mail
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