BOW DOWN! The Top 30 Moments Of Obama’s Presidency In 2013 (PHOTOS)

It’s been a roller coaster of a year, but since January, President Obama has been holding down his second term like a boss.

Whether it was creating a gun-control task force in the wake of the Newtown shootings, searching for Easter eggs at the annual White House Easter Egg Roll Hunt, or eulogizing South Africa’s first black president, Obama has done it with style, grace, efficiency and best of all, humor.

Here are our favorite presidential moments from 2013.

'I was forced to pay a godfather $63,000 (N10m) monthly as governor '

Former Anambra state governor Chinwoke Mbadinuju (1999 to 2003) tells Saturday Punch:

Well, a godfather has many connotations. You could have  positive godfathers and negative ones. The good ones work towards making things work and succeed but if you have a godfather that is always challenging, he wants to make appointments, if you have 10 commissioners, he would want to have three or four. After you have given him two commissioners, he will say he wants Special Advisers, Special Assistants and he will even want to choose their portfolios but I said these things are not done like that and they said it is done like that, that is controversy.

Lindsay Lohan's Teenage Post-Rehab Pals Think SHE'S Childish!?

Looks like this youngster crew is ready to ding, dong, ditch this immature friendship!
LOLz!
Lindsay Lohan has reportedly been hanging with a group of teenagers since her stint in rehab---which is totes weird in itself because the actress is 27!
But now, the rather "mature" rich kid crew is saying they're tired of LiLo's

“childish”

drama, especially involving her former flame, 18-year-old male model Morgan O’Connor!
One insider revealed:

“Morgan was staying at the Dream Downtown, and Lindsay showed up and found out which room he was in. She knocked on his door, came in and started bitching Morgan out. She was ordering all the girls to leave, telling one that her Balmain jeans were fake. She said she wouldn’t leave till they all left. These kids are 18.”

The source continued:

No Wonder Demi Lovato is Quitting "The X Factor"

Last night was the season finale of "The X Factor," which is cool and all, but we're not going to talk about most of the show, or the winner or anything. No, instead we're going to talk about the really insensitive, really idiotic thing that the show did to its brightest star, Demi Lovato. Because it was awful. Seriously, don't watch this clip unless you want to feel a little bit of rage.

The whole clip is about how Demi and Simon Cowell have their fun little feud, and that's fine, but they set it up like their bickering is because of "what she's been drinking at the judges' desk." Guys, it's Annoying Juice! They show clips of Demi getting on Simon's nerves cut with clips of her drinking some green drink. And apparently no one at "X Factor," not the people who came up with the stupid idea, or the people who made the video, or even poor Mario Lopez who introduced the video, thought that maybe the clip was a little unnecessary, considering that Demi has had a drinking problem and is very open and passionate about her sobriety.

PHOTOS: Kate Henshaw's Catches Dan Foster's Eyes

Kate Henshaw and her fellow Nigeria's Got Talent judges at the show's recording last night.

More Photos below...

One Direction Crushes UK DVD Sales Records With This Is Us!!!

Just when we thought One Direction couldn't get any bigger!
The mega famous boy band has broken yet another record with their This Is Us movie.
When they released their live concert documentary on DVD/Blu-ray yesterday, the boys sold over 170,000 copies in the UK alone, beating Michael Jackson's previous record with This Is It in 2010. They sold over 60,000 MORE copies than the late King of Pop in the doc's first 24 hours on shelves.
On top of it, 1D's DVD topped the sales chart for the whole week in only its first day available.
But we can't say we're surprised! Anything and everything this quintet of Brit babes touches turns to gold.
And honestly, who wouldn't want a serenade from Harry Styles waiting for them under the Christmas tree??!
We know Kendall Jenner wouldn't mind! LOLz!

Sounds Like Tyra Banks is Fiercely Dumb

"I don't like the label 'plus-size' -- I call it 'fiercely real.' On 'Top Model,' we call it fiercely real. I don't want to use the term 'plus-size,' because, to me, what the hell is that? It just doesn't have a positive connotation to it. I tend to not use it."

Except really, this is just a ridiculous notion. It's nice that Tyra is trying to promote a more positive body image, but this simply isn't the way to do it. There are a number of things wrong with calling plus size clothes "fiercely real." It brings up the idea that only women who fit into plus size clothes are "real women," which is just incorrect. And can you imagine how embarrassing it would be to walk into a store and ask "excuse me, where is your fiercely real section?" Because that's the whole thing: it's embarrassing. 

Clara Chime: I Am Suffering From Reactive Depression... Watch!

Wife of the Enugu State Governor, Clara Chime, has finally broken her silence in an exclusive interview with Channels Television, as she recounted her ordeal in the hands of her husband.

As Governor Sullivan Chime’s wife, she was in the public eye for about 5years. She has however been in the news recently because of the controversy surrounding her life in the Government House of Enugu State.

Beyoncé Sends Out Flawless Christmas Card! See The Festive Photo HERE!

It's bey-ginning to look a lot like Christmas!
The lucky recipient of Beyoncé's AH-Mazing Christmas card posted the sweet holiday tidings on Instagram, officially making most of the world's population incredibly jealous!
Seriously this makes all other holiday cards Christmas bow down, b*tches!
In her sweet card, the Queen Bey wishes happy holidays with a small, tender note (probably best read by an open fire on a cold winter's night):

"Have a beautiful Christmas. Love, Beyoncé"

SRSLY this Christmas card is so pretty it hurts! Bey-eautiful!
We'll have a Blue Ivy Christmas without you, Bey, but as long as we glue this Christmas card to our pillow, we'll make it through pretending it's really you!
[Image via Instagram.]

Kris Jenner Can't Stop Running Her Mouth About Khloe Kardashian RightNow

As we all know by now, Khloe Kardashian has filed for divorce from Lamar Odom, and it's a really hard time for her. So Kris Jenner, as her mother, is probably taking some time to be with her and help her through this all, right? Well, maybe, but goodness knows she's got to run her mouth to all kinds of media outlets about the situation first!

Kris kicked things off by talking about the divorce, and guys, she really had a lot to say:

"Khloé really is so great. She's strong and…the good news is that she's busy and you know, keeps her real busy. But she's good. She's got such a big heart but she also is very sensitive. She's got that tougher exterior and sensitive inside, but she's good. She's got all of us all around her and I'll see her later, and yeah, she's good. I was with her yesterday and she's a gift. She's one of my biggest blessings. I think that when you have a tough decision to make and you finally make it, it's always a 
relief to come through that process, but it is a process. So we'll see."

Homosexuality Is Well Rooted In The Core Of Nigerian Society & Identity- Bisi Alimi

Nigeria's foremost gay activist, Bisi Alimi 2 days ago delivered a lecture titled "Post-colonial sexual identity and orientation in Nigeria" at Free University in Berlin, Germany where he said homosexuality is very African as much as it is Nigerian.

Below is an extract from his paper: Even though Nigeria has recently seen a more active conversation around the issue of sexuality and gender, these conversations are played out on the premise of sentiments, morality, religion and assumptions rather than on facts. But it is facts and not assumption that can put things into perspective.

The Expendables 3 Has More Movie Stars Than You’ve EVER Seen! Watch TheTeaser Trailer HERE!

How many action stars does it take to screw in a light bulb?

We’re not exactly sure but if the plot of The Expendables 3has anything to do with screwing in a light bulb, it looks like it takes about half of Hollywood!

Srsly…
Could there BE anymore people in this cast??
Sylvester Stallone has brought even more fire power the third time around, adding Harrison Ford, Antonio Banderas, Mel Gibson, Kellan Lutz, and Wesley Snipes to his already crowded court of trigger-happy heroes!
A new teaser trailer released today is really nothing more than a cast lineup with all of their names being fired into the background. But hey, it still sets the mood for a shoot ’em up action flick!
Ch-ch-check out the first look at The Expendables 3 above!

The Real REASON Why I Stick My TONGUE Out - Miley Cyrus

Miley Cyrus has never been this candid in an interviewbefore, but Barbara Walters is a real pro!
As part of her 10 Most Fascinating People interview, Miley even told the View host why she sticks her tongue out in pics!
And no, it's not because she's having a stroke.
Srsly, it's actually totes human and endearing! She said:

"I get embarrassed to take pictures. That's actually the truth. I'm so embarrassed, because people are taking pictures of me, and I just don't know how to—I don't know how to smile, and just be awkward, so I stick my tongue out, because I don't know what else to do."

Awww! You don't have anything to be embarrassed about, gurl!
Necessity is the mother of invention, and Mileybird's need made her the mother of The Miley, just one of the amazingmemes she generated this year.
Hmm, we wonder if this is why we haven't seen her stickingher tongue out quite so much lately. Is she getting more comfortable in her own skin?

SEE What Iyanya Has To Say About Buying Four Cars In One Day

Singer, Iyanya in a recent interview talks about fame and the need for artistes to invest wisely.
Rave of the moment, Iyanya Mbuk, considers 2013 his best year ever. Besides sealing mouthwatering endorsement deals with MTN, Zinox Computers and Solo Phones, his appearance fees have also tripled.
When a headline recently screamed, 'Iyanya Mbuk gets over N130m endorsements deals in 2013 alone', the figure sounded exaggerated as far as some people are concerned. But in reality, it is not too far from the truth.

DIDDY & HIS 6 KIDS [PHOTO]

Sean "Diddy" Combs and his six children.. True African.

CONTROVERSIAL LETTER: "Obasanjo Is Confused, Frustrated & Angry" -Edwin Clark

Former information minister, Chief Edwin Clark, has urged President Goodluck Jonathan to reply former president Olusegun Obasanjo's letter to satisfy Nigerians.


Clark regarded as President Jonathan's political godfather, said in London yesterday that he should respond to the letter not because of Obasanjo, but because of the fundamental issues raised therein.
Describing Obasanjo as a "confused, frustrated and angry man", Chief Clark said the former president believes he would sit in Ota and rule Nigeria, dictating to Aso Rock.
"That is the message. Obasanjo always wants to remain relevant. He does not want anybody to be above him", he said, alleging that the former president got whatever he wanted from Jonathan but is still not satisfied.

Players strip Ronaldinho of his boots

Fresh after being knocked out of the FIFA Club World Cup, Ronaldinho probably wanted to get back to Atletico Mineiro’s changing room’s as quick as possible to get over a shock defeat.

But he was made to stay on the pitch as he greeted Raja Casablanca players, who were idolising him, and even had to give them his Nike shoes!

The Moroccan side continued their dream run at home with a 3-1 win, denying the Brazilian – who scored a wonderful free-kick – a chance to win the competition for the first time, having reached the final with Barcelona in 2006.

Nadia Buari: I am not engaged to Jim Iyke

Since Ghanaian actress, Nadia Buari and Nollywood bad boy Jim Iyke grew a certain close bond, they've been all over the news.
Recently Nadia has been wearing what looks like an engagement ring and tongues have been wagging that she's engaged.
In a recent interview, Nadia Buari debunked the reports, saying she is not engaged, she bought the ring herself.

Lamar Steps Out For First Time Since Divorce, While Kris Jenner SpeaksOn Khloe (PHOTOS)

As you already know, Khloe Kardashian filed for divorce fromLamar Odom on Friday, Dec. 13th - and details about the couple’s tumultuous relationship keep emerging.

After rumors that Khloe was already dating again, it turns out thatLamar Odom believes his estranged wife has been seeing baseball player Matt Kemp for months. According to a new report from Radar Online:

Beautiful Kylie Jenner Covers Seventeen Magazine & Talks RelationshipWith Jaden Smith (PHOTOS)

My, how quickly they grow! Just a few years ago, Kylie and Kendall Jenner were the younger sisters in the shadows of the Kardashian madness, and now they’re stepping out into their own.

Kylie, the youngest of the clan, is on the cover of Seventeen and she’s talking everything from her friendship (yep, it isn’t a relationship, they’re just pals) with Jaden Smith, to fame and her prom dreams in Seventeen Prom. She also gave some advice on a fool-proof way to approach guys if you feel like getting your dance on. 

Check out the excerpts from the interview below.