A Message of Hope For Mesothelioma 10th Annual Awareness Day Sept 26, 2014

My name is Heather Von St. James. Eight years ago, I was diagnosed with mesothelioma; a rare and preventable cancer caused only by exposure to asbestos. I had just given birth to my daughter and I was given 15 months to live. After a life saving surgery that included the removal of my left lung, I have made it my life's mission to spread awareness about mesothelioma and the dangers of asbestos.

September 26th, 2014 marks the 10th anniversary of Mesothelioma Awareness Day, and has been the driving force behind the movement to bring more attention and funding to this cancer. There is no more innocent victim than a person with mesothelioma, they are sick as a direct result of a product that is NOT banned in the U.S. This disease has a life expectancy of just 18 months after diagnosis, and symptoms may not be evident until 20-35 years after initial exposure to asbestos.

In honor of Mesothelioma Awareness Day, I am sharing my story to help in spreading the word about mesothelioma.

4 Mobile Apps To Help The Busy Working Woman Achieve Work And Family Life Balance

By Jeroh Tejiri

We all know the personal story of Indra Nooyi - CEO of PepsiCo - how she juxtaposes being one of the most powerful CEOs of our time and the routine that comes with being a mother of two. She has talked about the importance of multi-tasking, delegating responsibilities to reduce your personal workload and having an understanding husband.

While these  are quite inspiring, they may have little to no traction in for all women. Sometimes, the average husband may not be so ‘understanding’, or the mother-in-law may be too busy with her own life, and some househelps can be very ‘unprofessional', thereby making delegating responsibilities a nightmare.

The above issues makes the implementation of some work-life productivity tips quite daunting and creates a void which I believe technology can provide some relief in its own way. Below are real tips on using your smart devices to create the needed balance in your professional and domestic life.

Covers - Rihanna Channels Dragon Queen From GOT For Tush Magazine

Rihanna is on the cover of German fashion magazine, Tush and for the photoshoot, she is channeling Daenerys Targaryen, the dragon queen from Game of Thrones.

There is a clash of the innocent angel an the white hair, and the fierce goth in the dark makeup, and Rihanna almost pulls it off. Almost.

See more below...

Couple Love - Toke Makinwa And Maje Ayida On Marrying Your Best Friend

Toke Makinwa just took to instagram to gush about her husband, Maje Ayida, and how understanding he is about her hectic work life.

S/O to my darling husband, I am working late, he is home alone and he ain't complaining .. He has nothing but kind words, motivation, prayers and all the right things to say to make me feel better. He already shares me with the world and I know he would rather have me home to eat dinner together but he is the first to say "workmustgoonbaby" and "youcandothis"and "iwouldwaitup"..in times like this, I am thankful that I married my besto. "

How Do You Express Love To Your Soul Mate?

by Nkem Akinsoto

I believe in soul mates because I believe I found mine and married him. But when I say soul mate I'm not saying that Atala is a knight in shining armor or that I won't be able to live without him, but Atala is the love of my life and I don't know that there could be any like him for me.

I am not perfect, not by a long shot, but he understands me and accepts me, flaws, mistakes, imperfections and all. He is also not perfect, but he is amazing, awesome, and understanding in all the ways I need him to be.

We are both complete but we choose each day to complement and compliment each other. He brings out in me a sweet and beautiful heart, making me thankful to have him in my life. And I have no doubt in my mind that it is the same for him.

Miss BumBum Brazil Contestants In New Lingerie Photoshoot To Celebrate 1 Million Votes

The 27 women who have been selected to compete for the title of Miss Bum Bum Brazil 2014 - a competition that offers a $22,000 prize and seeks to find Brazil's finest example of the female bottom, have done a new photoshoot.

The pageant released new lingerie pics of the contestants to say thank you for reaching one million votes in the competition. The initial photos were in bikinis, see here.

Online voting will determine 15 finalists from the 27 ladies vying for this year's title. The finale will hold in Sao Paulo, Brazil in November.

See the pictures below...

Update On Suspected Ebola Case At Obafemi Awolowo University Health Center

A female student of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife was said to have presented with symptoms suspected to be the deadly Ebola virus earlier this week at the school health center.

Though the management of the school initially denied the development but they later released a more comprehensive statement, saying the sick student had been moved to the isolation ward in Lagos.

The University statement, signed by the Public Relations of the university, Mr. Biodun Olarewaju late on Tuesday, reads;

“A female student of the OAU, Ile-Ife who is suspected to be a secondary contact of the Ebola Virus Disease in Port-Harcourt, presented sick at the University Health Centre.

Khloé Kardashian and French Montana Break Up After 8 Months Together

Khloé Kardashian has been dating rapper French Montana for about eight months now, but the latest news is that the reality star is a single lady once again.

A source confirms to E! News exclusively that the couple is no longer together. The source adds that Khloé grew weary of his "needy, obsessive" behavior and she slowly began distancing herself. "For all intents and purposes, Khloé is single again."

The insider says that Khloé officially broke things off with French, who is having trouble with the split and "won't really accept it." The exes are still in contact and French, 29, is trying to save their romance, "but eventually they will be totally broken up," the source adds.

I'm now wondering, where is the love they both proclaimed? And the report they were already planning to have babies together?

Jessica Alba Dazzles As She Throws First Pitch For Dodgers

by  Mark Sebastian

While Jessica Alba is often known to dazzle on the red carpet, the Fantastic Four star stole a different type of show as she was handed the honour of throwing the first pitch for the LA Dodgers in their match against the Milwaukee Brewers. Accompanied by her two daughters, Honor and Haven, Alba spent some time warming up on the field at Dodger Stadium before throwing the pitch that got the game underway.

The 33-year old follows in the footsteps on swimwear model Chrissy Tiegen and LA Lakers head coach Byron Scott in throwing the first pitch for the Dodgers in recent years. Alba has been busy promoting the upcoming release of the eagerly anticipated Sin City sequel, but there were no signs of stress as she strode out towards the mount dressed in a white Dodgers jersey, jeans and blue trainers.

The Hollywood beauty was met by a pleasant reception from the fans in the stadium, who all welcomed the Los Angeles native warmly as she made her way to the mound before throwing a very acceptable pitch to kick things off.

Tolu Ogunlesi To Wed Kemi Agboola In November - See Pre-Wedding Photos

Tolu Ogunlesi, a writer, author and journalist well known for his social commentary on social media and in major newspapers, is about to get married.

His fiancee, Kemi Agboola is an engineer, and the two are set to tie the knot come November 29th 2014, at the Oritamefa Baptist Church, Total Garden, in Ibadan, Oyo state.

Congrats to the couple. Check out their wedding website and more of their pre-wedding photos below...