I am no longer close to my daughter

I have been my daughter’s best friend since I had her she’s turning 15 this April and of recent she hides things from me and avoids conversations with me. I feel something is wrong and I want to talk about sex education but right now I don’t even know how to start, what do I say, things are so awkward between us right now.

Tiger Woods won't help his half siblings

Tiger Woods' half-siblings say their calls for help from the golf superstar have fallen on deaf ears.

Woods' older half-sibling Kevin Woods has been battling multiple sclerosis and is now confined to a wheelchair. He needs a caretaker and is in danger of losing his San Jose home.

Kevin's brother Earl Woods Jr. told ESPN's Rick Reilly that calls to their famous sibling have gone unreturned.

"I leave messages. I leave updates on Kevin, but for whatever reason I don't get a response. … Kevin loves Tiger. A call from Tiger would really pump Kevin up. When he doesn't call, it just makes him feel worse," Earl Woods Jr. said.

Woods' rep did not immediately respond when ABCNews.com requested for comment.

Earl Woods Jr., Kevin Woods, and their sister Royce, share the same father, Earl Woods, as Tiger. They are the offspring of Earl Woods' first marriage to Barbara Gary.

The Woods siblings remained close with their half-brother until he turned "about 15 or 16," and his star started to rise, Earl Woods Jr. said. Since their father's death in 2006, the half-siblings have been unable to contact Woods at all. No one seems to know the reason for the rift.

Now Kevin Woods needs his famous brother's help, Earl Woods Jr. says.

"Nobody's asking for money here, but [a caregiver] really would be nice for Kevin. It would make Kevin comfortable. He wouldn't have to leave his house. … But we'd at least like to be able to find out how Tiger is, to find out if he's OK, and to let him know if we're OK," Earl Woods Jr. told Reilly.

Barbara Gary Woods, Earl Woods' first wife, told Reilly, "I'm very disappointed in Tiger. Before he got all famous, they were in touch a lot."

Earl Woods Jr. was more vehement.

"I'd like to [slap] Tiger, wake him up. I'd like to say, 'Don't come knocking on the door when you need a bone-marrow transplant.' To see this is the response we get? Maybe when you see the world like he does, you don't see what other people are going through. But, seriously? You've got problems with your knee? That's nothing compared to what Kevin is going through. Nothing," he said.

20 Flirty Ways To Text Your Crush To Get Them Interested how-to-text-your-crush

These days, the easiest way to get someone’s attention is through their phone. Here’s how you can use texting to get your crush interested in no time.

The average teenager sends 3,000 texts per month, and the average person probably doesn’t deviate much from those numbers. With that being said, we can all agree that texting is one sure-fire way to communicate with someone you like. The problem is keeping them interested in what you have to say.

Why is texting an effective way of communicating?

The only relevant answer is that texting is extremely convenient. It’s very affordable nowadays and it bridges distances that span continents and zip codes. So no matter where your crush is situated, you can at least rest assured that the message will be received if they are within the vicinity of a working cell tower.

In terms of creating connections, texting helps express things that are difficult to say in person. The only problem is expressing those things in the right context. That’s where emojis and punctuation comes in. If you want to show how happy you are, you can simply add a smiley. If you want to express sadness, just flip it over for a sad smiley.

It’s that easy, but there are still some limitations on what texting can offer you in terms of relationships. When you use texting to express your emotions, the sincerity of your message becomes questionable. If you fail to reply or if you use texts as a weapon during a fight, you open yourself up to misunderstandings and unprecedented fights.

Still, it’s nice to know that texting can at least get the conversation going. The question now is, “How you can do that?”

How to get your crush’s attention with a text

Human beings are complex and simple at the same time. In order to take advantage of the latter, you just have to be honest and direct about what you want to say. In terms of texting, getting someone’s attention is still complicated, especially when they’re entertaining more than one person through the tiny screen in the palm of their hand.

So, if you really want to make an impression, here are a few ways you can amp up your texting game and walk away with the winning prize: an eggplant and taco emoji. We’re kidding, but if that’s what you’re into, go right ahead.

#1 Say hi. A simple “hi” would probably suffice, but it’s best that you add a smiley face or at least a question at the end of it. Asking a person how they’re doing is fine, but you can also say it in a way that allows them to reply longer, like texting, “How’s school/work/your mom?”

#2 Follow up with an open-ended question.Apart from that, you can continue the conversation by adding questions that don’t warrant a yes or no answer. This will require a little more grammar proficiency on your part, but isn’t it all worth it in the end?

#3 Ask about their day. If you ask about their day, they might have a lot to say or not much at all. The purpose of this is to show that you care about what’s going on with their lives. If they don’t reply with a long text, just ask them why their day went the way it did.

#4 Show them a funny meme. Most people use memes to start conversations or to actually carry on a conversation. Nobody dislikes a funny meme, and if you end up sending one they’ve never seen, your crush will laugh their butt off and be very grateful for the little burst of happiness you gave them.

#5 Send a conservative amount of emojis. Do not under any circumstance flood your crush’s phone with emojis. The perfect amount to send is an emoji for every emotion you express and a smiley at the start or end of your conversation. Also, try not to send vague emojis, lest you offend your crush in the process.

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#6 Make your presence known once a day, max.If your crush is not much of a texter or if they rarely reply immediately, make sure you only say hello once a day. Don’t keep sending messages, hoping they’ll reply to at least one. This can be perceived as annoying, so it’s better if you let someone reply when they have the time.

#7 Give them compliments. This is pretty much a game-changer in communication. Studies show that people who receive compliments are more likely to become attracted to the giver. So go ahead and stroke that ego.

#8 Congratulate them on a job well done.Appreciating their achievements is also a great way to make them notice you. That’s because it can be surprising if someone other than their friends or co-workers take notice of their achievements.

#9 Ask them for a favor. It was Benjamin Franklin who discovered that asking an enemy for a favor would result in their liking you. This could probably work for texting as well.

#10 Show them that you care. Remind them to eat even though they know when they should. Tell them to bring an umbrella when it looks like it’s going to rain. It sounds domineering and overbearing, but it actually shows that you care.

#11 Be cute. Try sending a few mushy statements that don’t make you look like you’re trying too hard. For example, “I really like talking to you” would be a nice text for your crush to receive.

#12 Be sexy. Try to also say things that make you look like you’re trying hard enough. For example, “Netflix and chill?” This shows that you actually want to do something with them outside of texting.

#13 Be assertive. Rather than wait for your crush to start the conversation, go right ahead and send them a message whenever you feel like it. Tell them what’s on your mind. They’ll appreciate the honesty and vivaciousness.

#14 Open up about their favorite things. The best part about hacking communication is that it’s easy to make someone enjoy talking to you. And that’s through talking about them.

#15 Ask them personal questions. Talking about personal things can bring people closer together. Just make sure you don’t overstep your boundaries or ask anything offensive.

#16 Tell them you just got out of the shower.Then, let their imagination do the rest of the work for you.

#17 Send a bored selfie. Remind them how good you look by sending a strategically posed pic that seems like you didn’t put much effort into your look.

#18 Sign your goodbye or goodnight texts with a kissy face. This type of emoji exchange can elicit feelings of happiness and giddiness. The kissy face is the be-all and end-all of flirty texts, so don’t forget to use it whenever possible.

#19 Use their name whenever you can. Using someone’s name breeds familiarity and also shows that you’re confident enough to approach them. Even if it’s through texts, the principle is the same. Say their name to promote closeness and intimacy.

#20 Skip the text and Facetime them instead. If you’re at that point where you’ve been texting for a while, you might want to ask them if it’s okay to Facetime instead of texting all the time. This can add another level of intimacy and familiarity to your budding relationship.

Even though texting can seem a bit impersonal, if you know and follow these simple tricks, you can enhance the texting experience for yourself and your crush, leaving them wanting more!

You will be shocked when you find out who this African Celeb is.. (photos)

If this doesn't inspired you then I don't know what will! Ghanaian media personality and actress, Joselyn Dumas shared her very inspiring weight loss and Health journey with Heart & Soul magazine. She has definitely come a long way! Grab a copy of the magazine and read...

See how this lady keeps other girls away from her man

One girl just may have found a solution to an ages-old conundrum, how to keep other women off your man. In an image shared online, she is seen standing with her boyfriend who doesn't look so pleased with her idea. She made him wear a shirt with three images of her and on its front are the words: "If you are reading this, you are too close. I have a girlfriend." And for emphasis, she underlined the word 'girlfriend'.

The user who uploaded the image, Timewaffle, captioned it: "His face says more than words ever could."

Photos: More photos from Jumai Shaba's wedding...

TV presenter and Christian vlogger got married last weekend in Dubai to her beau, Ade Rosiji. More photos after the cut...

Liberian president, Ellen Sirleaf, appoints her son as head of Liberian Central Bank

Liberian President, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, has appointed her son, Charles Sirleaf, as the interim executive governor of the Central Bank of Liberia (CBL). Charles, who is a highly experienced banker, was until his appointment, the deputy governor of the bank, having worked for the bank since 2004. He takes over from Joseph Mills Jones, the immediate Governor of the Bank who resigned so he can prepare to run for president during Liberia's presidential election due to take place in 2017.

President Sirleaf suspended her son for a while in 2012, following his failure to properly declare his asset.

Davido on the cover of US magazine, The Fader

Singer Davido is on the cover of US magazine, The Fader. He was described as "Nigeria's fortunate son" in the feature. Read it here

Incase you missed Kanye's leaked epic 'SNL' Meltdown...here's the audio

An audio of Kanye West's backstage tantrum at Saturday Night Live over the weekend was leaked yesterday Feb. 17th .. and some of the things he said when he thought only the people with him there could hear it is almost as bad as the things he tweets. The meltdown was after his stage design was changed and taken apart under the direction of the show's lighting director without anyone's approval.

"Look at that s--t, they took my f--kin' stage off SNL without asking me," he says. "Now I'm bummed. That and Taylor Swift. Fake ass. Now we're gonna do this. We're breaking the motherf--king Internet." He said a whole lot more. Listen to the expletive-filled audio after the cut...

Has Kanye West Been Taking Us All For a Ride???

On Monday night, Kanye West was pictured sipping champagne in a super expensive jewelry store while eyeing checking out ridiculously pricey watches at Jacob & Co. in NYC.

According to TMZ, who got the exclusive photo, the store is known for watches that will set you back the price of a small house.

Those of you who have contributed via GoFundme to help Kanye West set off his $53 million debt, I think now is a good time to ask for a refund.

7 Reasons Your B00bs Hurt | MUST READ

When your girls get tender and don’t-touch-me sore, yes, it’s annoying, but it’s generally no cause for concern. Here’s a look at several common (read normal) reasons your girls may be screaming out, and how to give them some much-needed TLC.

You’re PMSing

The most common cause of chest pain is a change in hormones that comes along with your period. This normal body response to shifts in estrogen typically manifests in swelling and tenderness on the day before your period begins and the first day of your flow, says Taraneh Shirazian, M.D., assistant professor of obstetrics, gynecology and reproductive science at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York. This type of b00b soreness is called cyclic pain, since it’s related to your menstrual cycle. The good news: It should go away when your period ends. Birth control pills can help, says Shirazian, since they prevent ovulation and keep estrogen levels stable. And if you’d rather the skip the OTC pain reliever, primrose oil supplements may also ease soreness, she says.

You’re Upping Your Workouts

Maybe you did an impressive round of pushups or dove into a serious new weight-lifting routine. This may seem like chest pain, but the discomfort actually stems from the muscles underneath the br**sts. “There are the pectoral muscles there,” explains Shirazian, and this set of muscles lying right under the chest tissue tightening and relaxing is actually the source of this tenderness. Get relief by applying heating pads and taking a pain reliever as directed, suggests Shirazian.

You Pulled Something

So maybe you haven’t been hitting the gym harder, but were your lifting furniture or heavy bags that may have strained those pectoral muscles? If so, that soreness might actually be coming from the muscles underneath your chest tissue again, says Shirazian. You can treat it the same way you would above, with heat or OTC pain relievers.

Your Bra Doesn’t Fit Properly

The wrong lingerie can have pretty serious consequences for your chest. If your bra is too tight or the cup is too small, the underwire may be pushing against your chest (All. Day. Long.), leading to sore b**bs, says Shirazian. And if you’re not supported enough, all that up-down-and-all-around movement throughout the day can lead to chest tenderness. Use these tips to find a bra that fits.

Your Sweat Session Lacks Support

Especially if your br**sts are larger, it’s crucial to get the proper support when exercising to keep those babies from bouncing all around and pulling on the chest tissue, says Shirazian. In fact, a recent study found that one in three marathon runners report chest pain. To remedy this, get fitted for a proper sports bra and make sure that nothing is digging in, spilling over, or not fitting perfectly when you jump around in the fitting room.

You Have Lumpy br**sts

If you’ve been identified as a women with lumpy chest tissue (technically known as fibrocystic chest tissue), then you are probably well acquainted with chest tenderness linked to your menstrual cycle. According to the National chest Cancer Foundation, this bumpy, uneven chest tissue is actually characterized by fluid-filled cysts, and it’s not necessarily linked to chest cancer. However, they may be more sensitive to hormonal changes.

You’re Taking in Too Many Lattes

While coffee and tea may not directly cause chest pain, some studies have shown that cutting out caffeine can help alleviate discomfort, especially for women with fibrocycstic chest tissue. If your br**sts feel particularly lumpy and you’ve got a three-cup-a-day habit, ask your doctor if you should consider cutting down.

In general, temporary chest soreness and sensitivity shouldn’t raise any red flags, nor should it send you running to the doctor’s office. It usually just lasts a few days then vanishes from thin air. In the unlikely event that the pain lingers around or gets worse, then it’s time to see your physician. Also, be in the habit of regularly giving your br**sts the once-over to make sure there aren’t any changes in appearance, texture, or tenderness. If you notice anything out of the ordinary, bring it up with your doctor.

Donald Trump calls Pope Francis 'disgraceful' for questioning his faith

Donald Trump has called Pope Francis “disgraceful” over the pontiff’s  suggestion that he was "not a Christian" for plan to build a wall at the Mexican border. 

Flying back to Rome from a trip to Mexico, the pope said: “A person who thinks only about building walls, wherever they may be, and not building bridges, is not Christian.”

Trump responded swiftly at a campaign event in South Carolina saying: “For a religious leader to question a person’s faith is disgraceful.”

“No leader, especially a religious leader, has the right to question another man’s religion or faith,” he told a packed room at a golf course resort. Trump then accused the Mexican government of “using the pope as a pawn”.

“They should be ashamed of themselves, especially when so many lives are involved and illegal immigration is rampant and bad for the United States.”

During his in-flight press conference, the pope insisted he did not mean to sway any Americans with his comments. “As far as what you said about whether I would advise to vote or not to vote, I am not going to get involved in that,” he said.

“I say only that this man is not Christian if he has said things like that. We must see if he said things in that way and in this I give the benefit of the doubt.”

In a press release timed to coincide with his rally, Trump suggested that the leader of the Catholic church would regret not supporting his candidacy. “If and when the Vatican is attacked by Isis, which as everyone knows is Isis’s ultimate trophy,” Trump said, “the pope can have only wished and prayed that Donald Trump would have been president because this would not have happened.

“Isis would have been eradicated unlike what is happening now with our all talk, no action politicians.”

But the billionaire said he did not take the pope’s remarks personally. “The pope said negative things about me because the Mexican government convinced him Trump is not a good guy,” he said.

“The Mexican government has made many disparaging remarks about me to the pope because they want to continuing ripping us off,” he added.

He also dismissed the pope’s remarks in general: “Now it’s probably going to be all over the world. Who the hell cares? OK? I don’t care.”

Donald Trump fires back at pope Francis for saying he’s not a Christian (Read what he said)

Donald Trump has fired back after Pope Francis suggested he is “not Christian,” if some of the things he’s said on immigration are true.When asked by a reporter if a “good Catholic” could vote for Trump, the pope told reporters traveling with him back to the Vatican at the conclusion of a trip to Cuba and Mexico.

“A person who thinks only about building walls, wherever they may be, and not of building bridges, is not Christian. This is not the gospel,” As far as what you said about whether I would advise to vote or not to vote, I am not going to get involved in that. I say only that this man is not Christian if he said things like that. We must see if he said things in that way and in this I give the benefit of the doubt.” In response, Donald Trump said in a statement  …

If and when the Vatican is attacked by ISIS, which as everyone knows is ISIS’s ultimate trophy, I can promise you that the Pope would have only wished and prayed that Donald Trump would have been President because this would not have happened. ISIS would have been eradicated unlike what is happening now with our all talk, no action politicians.

The Mexican government and its leadership has made many disparaging remarks about me to the Pope, because they want to continue to rip off the United States, both on trade and at the border, and they understand I am totally wise to them. The Pope only heard one side of the story – he didn’t see the crime, the drug trafficking and the negative economic impact the current policies have on the United States. He doesn’t see how Mexican leadership is outsmarting President Obama and our leadership in every aspect of negotiation.

For a religious leader to question a person’s faith is disgraceful. I am proud to be a Christian and as President I will not allow Christianity to be consistently attacked and weakened, unlike what is happening now, with our current President. No leader, especially a religious leader, should have the right to question another man’s religion or faith. They are using the Pope as a pawn and they should be ashamed of themselves for doing so, especially when so many lives are involved and when illegal immigration is so rampant.

Rob Kardashian show some PDA with gf Blac Chyna

Rob Kardashian became a recluse after tiring of a life in the spotlight with his siblings and mum on KUWTK but it looks like he is ready to embrace the spotlight once more, posing for a happy smiling Snapchat picture with new girlfriend, Blac Chyna on Thursday. They were both seen afterwards kissing and laughing together. More photos after the cut....

200-year-old condom made from sheep's intestine sells for £462

A condom about 200 years ago, made from a sheep's intestine and measures an impressive 19cm has sold for a staggering £462 on online auction site, Catawiki. The condom which is thought to be in use around the 18th and 19th century was expensive and took a lot of time to make hence only the rich could afford them. This was before the advent of rubber condoms in the 19th century.

Condoms from the Middle Ages were made from the intestines of sheep, pigs, calves and goats. The condom which was found in France sparked a bidding war which saw it sell for more than double its estimated value making it the most expensive condom in the world.

Stanley Enow Arrives France Ahead of his Multi City Tour (photos)

Cameroonian rapper Stanley Enow is set to tour a few cities in France with the super talented Seth Gueko. He arrived France accompanied by Martin Enow and  X Didier Kouamo
More photos of them below.

Nathalie Koah Files For Asylum in France

According to the latest information gathered by KB, Nathalie Koah has allegedly filed for asylum in France. We do not know the details of her asylum case file but she is allegedly being helped with the process by Serge Anango.

Nathalie Koah and Serge Anango 

Floyd Mayweather falls for 19 year old British girl

19 year old shop girl, Rmarni Eliss from Dudley is the new stunner who has knocked out the world’s richest sportsman Floyd Mayweather off his feet.
Rmarni Eliss who is an aspiring singer works in New Look and lives with her family in a modest semi home in the West Midlands.

Floyd took Rmarni to the US on the his £40million private jet after meeting him at a personal appearance in Staffordshire last week.
A close pal said: “She’s with Floyd in America. They are having fun.”
Rmarni shared photos and clips of her trans-Atlantic adventures with her 37,000 online followers.
In one video she wears a black lace dress that hugs every curve as Mayweather drapes his arm over her shoulder, beaming with pride, and says: “Tell them your story.”
She replies:

“I’m here with the Floyd” – and he then chips in: “The one and only, Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather.”

The teenager – believed to be accompanied on the US trip by sister Relissa Ricketts, 21 – writes in one post on Instagram: “Floyd Mayweather made me and my family feel so comfortable. Thank you.”
One photo shows Rmarni curled up on a cream leather seat in Mayweather’s private jet, captioned with the phrase ‘Jet life’.

And in a video looking out from the aircraft, she reveals she’s flying from New York to Las Vegas courtesy of the champ.
All of which is a far cry from the town of Cannock where the pair met last Friday on the UK leg of his European Victory Tour.
Rmarni is believed to have paid £600 for a ticket at Bar Sport – one of eight UK venues where fans paid up to £2,000 for the chance to meet him in the first two weeks of this month.



Source: Mirror Online

Photos: Nicky Hilton shows off her baby bump

Nicky Hilton debuted her burgeoning bump at J. Mendel's closing show of New York Fashion Week on Thursday. She
 revealed last month that she is expecting her first child with husband James Rothschild. More photos after the cut..

Frustrated patient gets arrested after she sets off ER sprinklers, floods hospital rooms - Police

An Oregon woman who got frustrated about her emergency room care is now in jail facing arson charges after she triggered the sprinkler system and flooded several hospital rooms, police say.
Laura Samuel, 33, was taken to Mount Hood Medical Center in Gresham Friday morning for an evaluation, Fox 12 Oregon reports.

Police say she was frustrated with how long it took for her to get discharged, so she first broke the telephone in her room.

"Not drawing the attention she desired Samuel appears to have then used the phone's battery to break a fire alarm light in a nearby hallway bathroom," according to a Gresham Police Department release.

Breaking the alarm light did not set off the fire alarm, so investigators say Samuel turned to the sprinkler system.
Police say Samuel used some kind of heat source to damage a wax plug on a sprinkler in the bathroom. That started the alarm and sprinkler system, unleashing 60 gallons of water per minute into two bathrooms, three hospital rooms, and the hallway.
The cleanup efforts made three rooms unusable for several hours.
Samuel was arrested on charges of arson, criminal mischief and disorderly conduct.

Photos: Lady Gaga, Kendall Jenner walk the runaway for Marc Jacobs' New York Fashion Week Show

Lady Gaga made her Marc Jacobs runway debut Thursday night wearing what may just be the highest platform heels ever to walk down a New York Fashion Week runway. She walked the runway alongside model Kendal Jenner. More photos after the cut..