Nicolas Cage's 'Left Behind' Set for Oct. 3 Release.

Christian drama "Left Behind," starring Nicolas Cage, has been set for an Oct. 3 release in the U.S. via Stoney Lake Entertainment.
The film, centered on the well-known Biblical-themed books by Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye, will come into the market at a time when faith-based movies are proliferating.
"We're seeing a number of big, biblical movies on the calendar this year, particularly 'Son of God,' 'Noah' and 'Exodus,'" said "Left Behind" producer Paul Lalonde, chairman of Stoney Lake. "What makes 'Left Behind' different is that it is a contemporary story that could actually happen at any moment. It's also a historical account in a sense, because it's based on a true story, it just hasn't happened yet. So it's very important to us that the core story not be changed."
"Left Behind," which carries Cage a $16 million budget, was shot in Louisiana last summer in six weeks with Vic Armstrong directing from a script by Lalonde and John Patus. Chad Michael Murray, Cassi Thomson, Nicky Whelan, Lea Thompson and Jordin Sparks also star.
Cage admits that the film is unlike anything he's done before.
"My greatest hope for the film 'Left Behind' is that it works as something that people will be entertained and thrilled by, but they'll also go home and they'll have conversations with their family and they'll ask 'do you think this could happen or couldn't happen' and it'll inspire discussions and closeness."
Cage added of the role, "I wanted to do it because it was so challenging and unusual to me."
Lalonde, who produced with Michael Walker, said "Left Behind" has an $18 million P and A commitment.
Story is set on a commercial airliner just hours after the Rapture when millions of people around the globe simply vanish. Cage's character is faced with a damaged plane, terrified passengers, and a desperate desire to get back to his family. Thomson ("Big Love") portrays his daughter, forced to navigate a world of madness as she searches for her lost mother and brother.
The "Left Behind" books have been published in 32 different languages and sold more than 65 million copies. Lalonde said Arclight Entertainment has sold most key international markets, where the movie will be released around the same time.
Entertainment One has acquired the domestic home video rights.
The original "Left Behind: The Movie" starred Kirk Cameron and took in $4.2 million in 2000. Two sequels -- "Left Behind 2: Tribulation Force" and "Left Behind: World at War" -- were released on DVD.
Lalonde, who also produced that trilogy, said that the new film covers a far shorter time span than the original -- perhaps the first five minutes. A second film will be greenlit prior to the Oct. 3 opening with Thomon, Murray and Whelan signed, according to Lalonde.
Christian drama "God's Not Dead," opening in fewer than 800 theaters, has grossed $13 million in its first week of release from Freestyle. The movie, produced by Pure Flix Entertainment and Red Entertainment, overperformed expectations.
Earlier this month, the Mark Burnett-produced "Son of God" opened to $26 million at the box office and has topped $56 million for Fox. Russell Crowe's Biblical tale "Noah" is expected to top the box office with as much as $40 million this weekend.
Other faith-based titles coming include "Heaven Is For Real," "Exodus," "Last Days in the Desert" and "Mary."

RUSSIA and US starts crisis talks.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and US Secretary of State John Kerry have arrived in Paris for crisis talks on Ukraine.
The meeting was hastily arranged after President Vladimir Putin phoned President Barack Obama on Friday.
Russia has annexed Crimea and there are reports of thousands of Russian troops massed close to Ukraine's borders.
Earlier Mr Lavrov set out demands for a neutral and federal Ukraine, an idea Kiev called "full capitulation".
However, Mr Lavrov has categorically denied any plans for an invasion.
But he has stressed Moscow will protect the rights of ethnic Russians and Russian speakers, after pro-EU protests in Kiev led to the ousting of Ukraine's President Viktor Yanukovych. He had faced months of protests after pulling out of an association deal with Brussels.
On Sunday the US ordered its top general in Europe to return early from a trip to Washington.
Gen Philip Breedlove, Nato's supreme allied commander Europe, had been due to testify to Congress, but a Pentagon spokesman told Reuters his return was prudent "given the lack of transparency and intent from Russian leadership about their military movements across the border".
Hours before the Paris talks were due to take place at the Russian ambassador's residence, Mr Lavrov told Russian state TV that Ukraine should come up with a new constitution "providing for a federal structure" and neutrality.
The Russian foreign minister said Moscow, the US and European Union should act as a support group for Kiev to begin a nationwide dialogue that did not involve the "armed radicals". Moscow claims that fascists have taken power in Ukraine, jeopardising the safety of Russian speakers.
In an interview on Saturday, he said Russia had been deceived after being promised "there would be no movement of Nato military infrastructure closer to our borders".
The Ukrainian foreign ministry said it deeply regretted Mr Lavrov's "patronising" remarks.
"At the point of its automatic rifles, this aggressor demands only one thing - Ukraine's full capitulation, its split and the destruction of Ukrainian statehood," said a statement carried by Interfax-Ukraine news agency.
Nato's outgoing Secretary-General Anders Fogh Rasmussen warned on Sunday that Russia's government was "[flouting] the principle that every state is sovereign and free to choose its own fate".
Mr Putin is also thought to be demanding that Washington accepts Crimea's independence from Ukraine.
Separately, Moscow is keen to tackle the issue of Trans-Dniester, a pro-Russian separatist region of Moldova on the south-western border of Ukraine. It accuses Ukraine and Moldova of "blockading" the area while the EU and the US stay silent.
US officials are divided over whether Mr Putin is seeking to ease tensions or is still planning further military action, BBC Paris correspondent Christian Fraser reports.
The Pentagon believes Moscow has massed tens of thousands of troops close to Ukraine's eastern border.
Food, medicines and a field hospital are said to be among the supplies moved into position, officials say, which would not be necessary for any spring military exercise.
UK Defence Secretary Philip Hammond told the BBC: "Everybody is concerned. We are concerned that there might be a further incursion in the territory of a sovereign nation."
The diplomatic push was initiated by President Putin, who spoke to President Obama for an hour late on Friday.
The next day, the US secretary of state abruptly diverted his flight from Saudi Arabia to Paris for Sunday's meeting. "We are getting closer in our positions," Mr Lavrov said on Saturday.
The White House, in its statement after Mr Putin's phone-call, said President Obama made clear that a de-escalation of the crisis could only take place "if Russia pulls back its troops and does not take any steps to further violate Ukraine's territorial integrity and sovereignty".
As the rest of Europe put clocks forward by one hour on Sunday, Crimea aligned its time with Moscow, jumping two hours ahead. Hundreds of people waving flags greeted the time change in the capital, Simferopol.
Voters in the mainly pro-Russian peninsula backed leaving Ukraine for Russia in a referendum a fortnight ago. But the vote has been condemned as illegal by Kiev and the UN General Assembly.





From BBC.

ADISADEL COLLEGE TUTOR COMMITS SUICIDE.

 ADISADEL COLLEGE TUTOR COMMITS SUICIDE.

Information reaching us is that an ADISADEL COLLEGE teacher hanged himself today. A 58 year old English teacher by name MR. APPIAH MENKA allegedly committed suicide near his bungalow on campus at dawn. The lifeless body of Mr Appiah Menka, was found dead by colleagues on 6am. He was found on a mango tree a few meters from a bungalow he shared with two other teachers. He was hanging without a shirt but with only a pair of shorts.
 It is believed that this had happened because he has been struggling with financial and family problems. A note found on him written in red indicated that he id fed up with life since he is not finding solutions to perennial financial difficulties.

The police have confirmed the incident and said they are investigating.

Mr Menka's fellow teachers did not seem to know much about his private life. They said, however, that he was a good English tutor and that he lived a quiet life.

The fairy tale’s over. Once Upon a Time in Wonderland is not coming back next season.

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This is no surprise given its performance, but ABC confirmed the news Friday. The network actually told fans Thursday night that next week’s episode was the “series finale” instead of “season finale,” but interestingly the news is just really taking off now (when “only” 3.3 million watch a show, guess it takes a while for the news to spread).
The Once Upon a Time spin-off was conceived as a stand-alone one-season story, but the hope was a new tale in the same world could launch next season. All the episodes will have aired. The show struggled throughout its run at 8 p.m. on Thursday nights. The Sunday night flagship series Once Upon a Time, while not officially ordered for next season, is fully expected to continue.
UPDATE: And just because Wonderland has been canceled doesn’t mean Once Upon couldn’t spin-off again. So that’s our poll: Which Disney-owned land should Once Upon spin-off next?

Which land should 'Once Upon a Time' spin-off next?

OzNeverlandNarniaCamelotThe Gird (Tron)Uh, the Land of Better Special Effects? 

THE PURPLE DRANK.

We popularly know it as THE PURPLE DRANK. This drink is very deadly due to its composition and the effects in the human body system. Getting “HIGH these is not just by taking alcohol and smoking weed. As the world is advancing, we turn to be much open and get involve with a lot of the things that comes along with this advancement.

This deadly concoction is mostly taken for granted by the youth. Most of us know the side effects of this drink which we think gets us high but then rather causing more harm than good. The composition of this drug is not medically advisable because it’s deadly.

The PURPLE DRANK is simply a mixture of codeine with promethazine and soda or sprite. With this combination the colour now changes to a purple like colour.

WHAT IS CODEINE??

Codeine is an opioid/narcotic analgesic that is typically used to reduce coughing or to relieve mild or moderate pain. It's often used in combination with other medications. However, codeine can have harmful interactions with many substances (like medications, herbal supplements, alcohol, narcotics, and so on)

What is promethazine?

Promethazine is in a group of drugs called phenothiazines (FEEN-oh-THYE-a-zeens). It works by changing the actions of chemicals in your brain. Promethazine also acts as an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring chemical histamine in your body.

Effects of Purple Drank include:

• Constricted pupils that do not respond well to light
• Rough, raspy voice
• Slow, slurred speech
• Uncontrolled eye movement
• Droopy eyes
• Slowed heart rate
• Drowsiness
• Loss of balance
• Loss of coordination
• Paleness
• Constipation
• Urinary tract infection
• Dental problems
• Addiction

Well, knowing all the effects this drug can cause to the body we can make our own choices now. We can choose to live well and a healthy life or we can choose to die by a cup with a purple drank. IT’S YOUR LIFE, IT’S YOUR CHOICE!!!!

Written by : Samuel Jakes Addai- Baah

Programme line up for REPUBLIC HALL WEEK KNUST 2014

The Republic Hall of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST)  was named'Republic' to commemorate Ghana's attainment of a Republic status in 1960. The Hall reflects the tenacity of the Ghanaian people to master their own laws and sovereignty. Republc Hall has one of the most outstanding architectire on campus; the whole main hall is a labyrinth.

Mongols as members of the Hall are a known on the campus for their popular Republic Hall Week Celebration. The climax of the Hall Week Celebration dubbed "FunCity" which has made the Hall very popular nationwide features some of Ghana's  finest artistes who thrill students to a number of hits in the country.

Mongols are passionate about their Hall and have a deep commitment to their hall week celebration. Due to the 'high class' of the Repu Hall Weeks, student leaders of the hall continue to do their best to deliver an unforgettable experience each year.

The Republic Hall Week 2014 (#repuHW) promises to be the best as (samueljakes.blogspot.com) will gladly keep on updating the general public about this trilling event that is about to take place.

Please find below, the programme line-up for the Republic Hall Week 2014 which starts on Saturday, March 15, 2013.

Saturday, March 15 - Mongols walk, Islamic symposium, and Pre-party bash.

Sunday, March 16 - Harpazo(Gospel rock show).
Tuesday, March 18 - Live band + Kolo Nyte.
Wednesday, March 19 - Admission symposium, Rep ur skuul (Back 2 Skuul)
Thursday, March 20 - The search for KNUST's finest DJ.
Friday, March 21 - Bounce and Fashion show
SATURDAY, MARCH 22 - FUN CITY and BOUNCE FINALS + Celebrity Photo Shoot
Sunday, March 23 - Come Alive (Gospel rap show) + Pool Side Jam

Sales of the special entry tickets and wristbands for FUN CITY and BOUNCE FINALS starts on FEBRUARY 14. Advance tickets will be available online via myJCRtickets.com and at the Republic Hall Porter's Lodge for only GH¢5.00. Tickets will be sold at GH¢7.00 from Friday, March 21.

Don't miss the greatest hall week event. Order your advance tickets now and get them delivered right in your hall/hostel (KNUST, Legon, and UCC only) for FREE. Simply open www.myJCRtickets.com on your phone/tablet/computer. Enter your Name, Phone Number, and Room No. and receive the ticket(s) in your room. No extra charges.

This year's Repu Hall Week is proudly sponsored by Accra Brewery Limited (ABL)

Take that, take that!

Diddy Refuses To Pay For Misa Hylton-Brim’s Foreclosed Mansion

Via RadarOnline reports:

The mother of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs‘ first child wants the rap mogul to help her fight the foreclosure on her home, but new court documents obtained by RadarOnline.com reveal he wants nothing to do with it.

In a response filed with the New York County of Westchester court on March 7, 2014, Diddy “denies knowledge or information sufficient to form a belief as to the truth or falsity of the allegations…except denies that he was properly notified of any default of the mortgage or note.”

Diddy Files Court Documents Telling Baby Mama She Has To Fight For Her House On Her Own

In legal documents filed last June, the bank claims Diddy’s ex, Misa Hylton-Brim, stopped making payments on the 3,215 square-foot New York home in 2010 — a home Diddy took out a $712,000 mortgage on.

Citibank claimed they are still owed a whopping $622,000 on the house, but in Diddy’s new response he denies that he defaulted or failed to make any payments, pushing the responsibility on Hylton-Brim.

Diddy claims they cannot take legal action against him because he had a deal in place with Hylton-Brim in which she agreed to pay the mortgage.

The producer has asked the judge to dismiss him completely from the lawsuit

Ghana’s new strips for 2014 World Cup has been released by kit manufacturers, Puma.

The Black Stars will debut the new away kit against Montenegro today in Podgorica in an international friendly.

The new kits feature PUMA’s new football apparel innovation PWR ACTV, a first-to-market use of both athletic taping and compression within the apparel.

The ACTV tape is strategically placed within the garment to provide micro-massages on the skin, working with the human body to help maximise performance and provide players with a faster, more effective energy supply to the active muscles. This combined with the underarm mesh inserts for increased breathability and freedom of movement, will help Ghana have a competitiveadvantage at this year’s World Cup.

The home shirt features bold African inspired graphic print inserts on the neck and sleeves that represent the pride of Ghana and the national team nickname the Black Stars. The print is created in the national flag colours, with stars and a football field graphic.

With all these we hope and pray we get a better place to be in this coming world cup. OSEEEE Ghana!!!!

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After striking a pose with the acclaimed Nollywood goddess, he didn't stop to admire her all through the event.

Majid went on to write on his Instagram page: “The photo above was taken at the #AMVCA's…. Red lipstick, rose petals, heartbreaks, she (Genevieve) was my Marilyn Monroe! Her Brown eyes, tuxedos, red carpet, fast cars…I was her James Dean on the Low…Never seen such Magnificence in a Black Princess… Felt like Love struck me on that Night… I pray that Love doesn't strike Twice.”

Majid is happily married but his admiration for Genny, as Genevieve is fondly called, has left many to wonder what might be the outcome of such a close friendship with Genevieve Nnaji.

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Controversial musician, Kwaw Kese popularly known as 'Abodam' who broke down in tears after the news of the death of his manager, Fennec Okyere says he will miss him.

Fennec Okyere was shot dead by some unknown assailant(s) Thursday morning at his Manet Gardens residence on the Spintex Road, Accra.

Kwaw Kese, who saw his manager's lifeless body lying in a pool of blood, broke down in tears and was inconsolable for several hours.

He took to micro blogging site, Twitter Thursday afternoon to tweet that he will miss Fennec, who he described as a "brother and best friend."

"RIP FENNEC OKYERE. YOU WERE A MANAGER, BROTHER AND MY BEST FRIEND. GOD KEEP YOU IN HIS HOLY PLACE. I WILL MISS YOU" Kwaw Kese tweeted.

Panji Anoff, CEO of Pidgin Music has described Fennec Okyere as one of the smartest people his outfit had ever trained and employed.

In a post on Facebook, Panji said: Fennec Okyere RIP. One of the smartest people Pidgen Music has ever trained/employed, your stellar progression thru life was always a great source of pride for us all... You excelled wherever you went... I am so glad I saw you not too long ago... Ghaddafia is still waiting for "Unco Fenneh" to come back back and buy her plenty of yogurt... please Return if Possible..."

The body of the late manager has been deposited at the Korle-bu Teaching Hospital morgue. Story by Ghana | Myjoyonline.com | Ernest Dela Aglanu (Twitter: @delaXdela / Instagram: citizendela)