Clinic where Joan River died faces investigations amid claims she was given same drug that killed the King of Pop 'Michael Jackson'

Joan Rivers may have been given the same drug that killed Michael Jackson when she went into cardiac and respiratory arrest at a New York clinic, it has been sensationally claimed today.

The 81-year-old comedy legend slipped into a coma and never regained consciousness after being sedated for an endoscopy procedure. She died Thursday afternoon.

The New York State Department of health has launched an investigation into Yorkville Endoscopy, the out-patient  clinic where Rivers went into arrest. The clinic has said it is cooperating fully. 

RadarOnline reports that Rivers was given Propofol, which is often used was an anesthetic for simple medical procedures.

It is the same drug that gained infamy after it was revealed that the King of Pop died after taking a cocktail of drugs that included Propofol. 

 In the days before her death, she reportedly had her hair and makeup done every day - a testament to the consummate performer's desire to always look her best, the New York Daily News reports. 

Her suit at Mount Sinai Hospital was filled with decoration and flowers in an effort to make her comfortable in her last moments, the newspaper reports.

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Kim Kardashian goes topless in racy naked shoot for British GQ

On Tuesday night she picked up the Woman of the Year award at the GQ Men of the Year ceremony in London wearing a revealing leather bustier and see-through gunmental skirt.

But on Wednesday, Kim Karadashian went one better as her naked photo shoot for Britain's GQ was revealed. 

Mrs Kardashian West chose a blonde wig for the nude spread, although the cover shot - Instagrammed by her proud momager Kris Jenner - was quite tame, featuring a sultry Kim pouting for the camera with just her bare shoulders on show.

Kim also posted a picture from the racy naked shoot, which exposed her bare bottom, only slightly obstructed by a pair of high heels.

She simply captioned the naked photo '#GQ' to her millions of followers on Instagram.

Meanwhile, her mother Kris couldn't wait to share the saucy cover image, posting the picture and writing: 'Congratulations @kimkardashian on receiving @GQ's Woman of the Year Award and on your @BritishGQ cover!! So proud of you! #TomMunro photography #stunning.'

While Kim's fans will have to wait to see her raunchy photo shoot in full, she pleased admirers with her sexy appearance at the GQ Awards in London on Tuesday. 

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The troublemaker is around: Liverpool's new signing 'Mario Balotelli' causes a stir on the pitch after a heated argument with referee 'Chris Foy'

Liverpool striker Mario Balotelli was taken off in a behind closed doors friendly with Wolves after a heated conversation with referee Chris Foy.

The 24-year-old, who moved to Anfield from AC Milan in a £16million deal last month, appeared to be held back by Kolo Toure as Foy attempted to talk to him during the game at Melwood.

Sportsmail understands the Italian was involved in a robust 50-50 challenge with a Wolves player. No altercation took place and Balotelli was substituted soon after.

Toure put his arm around his former Manchester City team-mate as Foy spoke to him about the incident. Balotelli was later pictured leaving the training ground.

The ex-Inter Milan star had started the game with the likes of Adam Lallana, Jose Enrique and Lucas. The hosts ran out 1-0 winners against the Championship side, with Lallana scoring the goal.

Balotelli made his debut for Brendan Rodgers' side in last Sunday's 3-0 win against Tottenham at White Hart Lane.

He failed to score but impressed with his movement in the box as the Reds returned to winning ways after a 3-1 defeat at Manchester City.

Rodgers had joked that Balotelli would bring 'trouble' to Liverpool, but insisted that it was worth the gamble to bring the Italy international to Merseyside.

Last month he told Sky Sports: 'Look at the talent. He's at a stage in his career where this is his chance. I've worked with those types of players all my life in youth coaching where I've never had the finished article.

'He needs to be consistent and if he can do that he will be one hell of a player. Most players I like to look in their eye and see honesty and humility.

'We went three-and-a-half hours talking it through. He's at a massive club. We can help him improve his game - he's a very bright boy and he knows this is his last chance.

'I'm excited to work with him and improve him as a footballer as well as a person.'

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My greatest Regret in my 13 years stinct at Chelsea- Frank Lampard

Frank Lampard admits he shunned the chance to have a Chelsea leaving party because he didn't want to end up with egg on his face.

The Blues legend left Stamford Bridge for New York City in the summer after a glittering 13 years in west London.

However, with his future still up in the air towards the end of the campaign, he decided against saying a big farewell to fans after their last home game in case he performed a dramatic U-turn and remained at the club.

I didn't want to do the big parade - 'Thanks a lot and goodbye everyone' - because that would have looked a bit foolish if it had gone the other way and I'd stayed,' Lampard told The Sun.

'I ended up stuck in the middle. So I just did the usual lap and a wave because we knew Ash [Cole] was leaving, we had a bit of a moment with him.

'There are not a lot of things I regret in my Chelsea career but not being able to say my goodbyes properly to all of the Chelsea fans is certainly one. Thirteen years is a long time.'

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2014 BET Hip-Hop Awards: Drake Leads with 8 nominations

For the first time, Drake leads the nominees of the upcoming 2014 BET Hip-Hop Awards. According to an announcement made by BET on Thursday, September 4, the rapper has eight nominations in various categories including Best Hip Hop Video for "Worst Behavior", Best Live Performer and MVP of the Year.

His chart-topping album "Nothing Was the Same" is also nominated for Album of the Year award alongside Eminem's "MMLP2", Future's "Honest", Rick Ross' "Mastermind", SchoolBoy Q's "Oxymoron" and Yo Gotti's "I Am". Additionally, the Toronto MC is once again up for this year's People's Champ Award.

Trailing closely behind Drizzy are Jay-Z, Future and Pharrell Williams who score six nominations apiece. Meanwhile, Nicki Minaj, YG and Rich Homie Quan bag five nods each.

Other notable nominees include Iggy Azalea (Best Hip-Hop Video for Charli XCX-assisted "Fancy", Who Blew Up Award and People's Champ Award), J. Cole (Best Hip Hop Video for "Crooked Smile" ft. TLC and Lyricist of the Year) and Kendrick Lamar (Lyricist of the Year, Best Featured Verse for "Control").

This year's ceremony will be taped at the Boisfeuillet Jones Atlanta Civic Center in Atlanta on September 20 with Snoop Dogg as the host. The show will then air on BET on October 14 at 08:00 P.M. ET/PT.

2014 BET Hip Hop Awards Nominees

Best Hip-Hop Video

• Drake - "Worst Behavior"
• Future f/ Pharrell, Pusha T & Casino - "Move That Doh"
• Iggy Azalea f/ Charli XCX - "Fancy"
• J. Cole f/ TLC - "Crooked Smile"
• Nicki Minaj - "Pills N Potions"
• Wiz Khalifa - "We Dem Boyz"

Best Collabo, Duo or Group

• Eminem f/ Rihanna - "The Monster"
• Future f/ Pharrell Williams, Pusha T & Casino - "Move That Doh"
• Jay-Z f/ Justin Timberlake - "Holy Grail"
• ScHoolboy Q f/ BJ The Chicago Kid - "Studio"
• YG f/ Young Jeezy & Rich Homie Quan - "My Hitta"

Best Live Performer

• Drake
• Jay-Z
• Kanye West
• Kendrick Lamar
• T.I.

Lyricist of the Year

• Drake
• Eminem
• J. Cole
• Jay-Z
• Kendrick Lamar
• Nicki Minaj

Video Director of the Year

• Benny Boom
• Chris Robinson
• Director X
• Dre Films
• Hype Williams

DJ of the Year

• DJ Drama
• DJ Envy
• DJ Khaled
• DJ Mustard
• DJ Scream

Producer of the Year

• DJ Mustard
• Drumma Boy
• Hit-Boy
• Mike WiLL Made It
• Pharrell Williams
• Timbaland

MVP of the Year

• DJ Mustard
• Drake
• Future
• Jay-Z
• Nicki Minaj

Track of the Year

• "Cut Her Off (Remix)" - Produced by Will-A-Fool (K Camp f/ Lil Boosie, YG & Too Short)
• "Move That Doh" - Produced by Mike WiLL Made It (Future f/ Pharrell Williams, Pusha T & Casino)
• "My Hitta" - Produced by DJ Mustard (YG f/ Young Jeezy & Rich Homie Quan)
• "Studio" - Produced by Swiff D (ScHoolBoy Q f/ BJ The Chicago Kid)
• "Worst Behavior" - Produced by DJ Dahi (Drake)

Album of the Year

• Drake - "Nothing Was the Same"
• Eminem - "MMLP2"
• Future - "Honest"
• Rick Ross - "Mastermind"
• ScHoolBoy Q - "Oxymoron"
• Yo Gotti - "I Am"

Who Blew Up Award

• Iggy Azalea
• Migos
• Rich Homie Quan
• ScHoolBoy Q
• YG
• Young Thug

Hustler of the Year

• Dr. Dre
• Drake
• Jay-Z
• Rick Ross
• T.I.

Made-You-Look Award (Best Hip-Hop Style)

• A$AP Rocky
• Jay-Z
• Kanye West
• Nicki Minaj
• Young Thug

Best Club Banger

• Future f/ Pharrell Williams, Pusha T & Casino - "Move That Doh" (Produced by Mike WiLL Made It)
• K Camp f/ Lil Boosie, YG & Too Short - "Cut Her Off" (Remix) (Produced by Will-A-Fool)
• Migos - "Fight Night" (Produced by Stack Boy Twaun)
• Wiz Khalifa - "We Dem Boyz" (Produced by Detail)
• YG f/ Young Jeezy & Rich Homie Quan - "My Hitta" (Produced by DJ Mustard)
• Young Thug - "Stoner" (Produced by Dun Deal)

Best Mixtape

• Action Bronson - "Blue Chips 2"
• Fabolous - "The Soul Tape 3"
• Migos - "No Label 2"
• Rich Homie Quan - "I Promise I Will Never Stop Going In"
• Wiz Khalifa - "28 Grams"

Sweet 16: Best Featured Verse

• B.o.B - "Paranoid" (Ty Dolla $ign f/ B.o.B)
• B.o.B - "Up Down" (Do This All Day) (T-Pain f/ B.o.B)
• Drake - "Who Do You Love" (YG f/ Drake)
• Kendrick Lamar - "Control" (Big Sean f/ Kendrick Lamar & Jay Electronica)
• Pharrell Williams - "Move That Doh" (Future f/ Pharrell Williams, Pusha T & Casino)

Impact Track

• Common f/ Vince Staples - "Kingdom"
• Lecrae - "Nuthin"
• Lupe Fiasco - "Mission"
• The Roots f/ Patty Cash - "Never"
• Talib Kweli f/ Abby Dobson - "State of Grace"

People's Champ Award

• Drake - "Worst Behavior"
• Future f/ Pharrell Williams, Pusha T & Casino - "Move That Doh"
• Iggy Azalea f/ Charli XCX - "Fancy"
• Wiz Khalifa - "We Dem Boyz"
• YG f/ Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj, Meek Mill & Rich Homie Quan - "My Hitta" (Remix)

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Here comes the Leader: As Neymar is made Brazil captain

Neymar has been confirmed as the new Brazil captain.

Brazil coach Dunga said Barcelona star Neymar would be taking the armband from Thiago Silva but insisted he expected his players to show leadership throughout the team.

Neymar is still just 22 but has already made over 50 appearances for the five-time world champions.

"He is a reference point for Brazilian football," Dunga said at a news conference on Thursday. "He has great quality and, despite his age, he is experienced.

"The captain is an example for all of his teammates overall. We have to have a strong group so that Neymar can grow more each day, as a player, as a person, being an example to children."

On the need for leadership throughout the side, he added: "Whenever we have been champions, we had that. We need more players with this quality on the pitch."

He said he had spoken to Paris Saint-Germain defender Thiago Silva about the decision and stressed that Brazil would be starting a new "cycle" but added: "As I said before, we need more leaders. A player not having the armband does not make them less of a leader." 

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Jennifer Lopez flaunt figures in swimsuits 'Booty' Remix Video Teaser Ft. Iggy Azalea

Jennifer Lopez is releasing a music video for "Booty (Remix)" featuring Iggy Azalea. To build the anticipation, the Latin singer has let fans take a peek at the upcoming visuals by sharing a preview showing her flaunting her famous backside in skimpy outfits.

The 33-second raunchy clip, arriving via YouTube on Thursday, September 4, features plenty shots of J.Lo shaking her ass to the music while getting drenched. Midway through the video, Azalea makes a brief appearance alongside her collaborator.

"Booty" is originally Lopez's collaboration with Pitbull and it's included on her latest album "A.K.A.". The remix version, in which Azalea replaces Mr. Worldwide's verse, was released last month. Its music video, directed by Hype Williams, will be released in full on September 9 just after the "On the Floor" hitmaker takes the stage at the 2014 Fashion Rocks global charity fundraiser in New York City.

Also on Thursday, Lopez surprised Kathie Lee and Hoda Kotb as she made a surprise visit to the "Today" show. During the NBC show, the 45-year-old diva discussed the "Booty" remix, its video and art cover as well as her first memoir titled "True Love".

Talking about the book, she revealed that it was originally supposed to be a diary of her experience from her first world tour in 2012.

"It became more of ... what that year was like and how transformational it was at that moment, because of the low I was going through [and] at the same time, going through this tremendous high of meeting my fans all over the world for the first time," she explained. "So, it turned out to be more of a life lessons book than I expected." 

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Joan Rivers Dies at 81

Joan Rivers passed away Thursday afternoon, September 4 in a New York hospital. The comedienne was 81. She is survived by her daughter Melissa Rivers and grandson Cooper who had stayed by her side during her hospitalization. Funeral will take place at Temple Emanu-El in Manhattan on Sunday.

"It is with great sadness that I announce the death of my mother, Joan Rivers," Melissa said. "She passed peacefully at 1:17pm surrounded by family and close friends. My son and I would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff of Mount Sinai Hospital for the amazing care they provided by mother."

"Cooper and I have found ourselves humbled by the outpouring of love, support, and prayers we have received from around the world. They have been heard and appreciated. My mother's greatest joy in life was to make people laugh. Although that is difficult to do right now, I know her final wish would be that we return to laughing soon."

Joan was rushed to the Mount Sinai Hospital Thursday, August 28 after going into cardiac arrest during a minor throat surgery at Yorkville Endoscopy clinic. The outpatient clinic is now being investigated by the New York State Department of Health.

Joan's family gave little information about her condition, but Melissa recently confirmed that the "Fashion Police" star was put on life support. "The cause and manner of death will be announced at some point," said a rep for New York medical examiner's office.

Condolences and prayers were pouring in from fans, friends, and colleagues. Larry King remembered her as "a dear & wonderful friend who I've known for 45yrs. Great guest, pal, comedian & mother. We will never see her likes again." Jimmy Kimmel tweeted, "We lost a great one in @Joan_Rivers - she was funny all the way to the end."

Kathy Griffin paid tribute to the late star, "A legend, a friend, a mentor, an icon, and wildly funny. One of a kind. RIP #JoanRivers @joan_rivers." Ellen DeGeneres wrote, "Joan Rivers will always be a pioneer. She paved the way for a lot of comedians. I'm very sad she's gone."

Samuel L. Jackson posted, "Love Her or Hate Her, we're gonna Miss JOAN RIVERS! I always Respected her go for broke humor. One of a kind.R.I.P." Ryan Seacrest said, "She was trailblazing. Hysterical. Thoughtful. We'll miss you immensely Joan." Sharon Osbourne joined the mourners, "My heart goes out to Melissa & her son Edgar Cooper. Love and respect from the Osbourne family to you both."

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2014/2015 Power Ranking: As Chelsea top

1. Chelsea

With 11 goals scored in three consecutive wins, Jose Mourinho's men have started the campaign in ominous form. The impressive Diego Costa has scored four times, while Cesc Fabregas has slotted effortlessly back into the Premier League.

2. Barcelona

They've had two straight wins to open the season but not, perhaps, in the way you'd expect. While Lionel Messi has been influential, it's been a pair of teenagers -- Munir El Haddadi and Sandro Ramirez -- who have led the way with key goals against Elche and Villarreal respectively.

3. Atletico Madrid

The reigning Spanish champions saw their title-winning squad decimated by the team on top of this week's top 10 but have made shrewd signings over the summer, including Mario Mandzukic and Antoine Griezmann, and look set to challenge again.

4. Bayer Leverkusen

An opening-day win at Dortmund served notice that the Bundesliga race may involve more than one -- or two -- teams this season. Leverkusen followed up that triumph with a 4-2 win versus Hertha and have also won through to the group stages of the Champions League.

5. Bayern Munich

Pep Guardiola's side are unbeaten to start the season but the early weeks have not been without problems for Bayern. Injuries to Javi Martinez and Bastian Schweinsteiger have forced transfer activity, with Medhi Benatia and Xabi Alonso quickly being drafted in.

6. Liverpool

Luis Suarez may have departed but last season's Premier League runners-up showed versus Tottenham that they will be a threat again. How Mario Balotelli works out remains to be seen, but what is certain is that Daniel Sturridge and Raheem Sterling are getting better and better. 

7. Real Madrid

Having led 2-0, the European champions capitulated to defeat at Real Sociedad, and there are signs that the sales of Alonso and Angel Di Maria may have left Carlo Ancelotti's side a little top-heavy. They'll score plenty, but how many will they concede?

8. Manchester City

I know what you're saying: "How can they be below Liverpool after they beat them?" Well, that was last week! Mame Biram Diouf's solo goal earned Stoke a shock win last weekend and, while it may have just been a blip for City, blips cost places in my countdown!

9. Porto

They lost key men over the summer, including Fernando and Eliaquim Mangala to Man City but, with three wins in three games, featuring six goals scored and none conceded, Porto have made an impressive start to their bid to regain the Portuguese title. 

10. PSV Eindhoven

A down season in 2013-14 saw PSV finish fourth in the Eredivisie but Phillip Cocu's men have made a fine start to the new campaign. 14 goals have been scored in four league wins, while a place in the Europa League group stage has also been secured.

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Clinic which treated Joan Rivers is reviewed by Health Department

Health Department is launching a review over a clinic which treated Joan Rivers before her condition went critical last week. According to TMZ, officials at health department confirm that they are "reviewing the matter," but they are not conducting official investigation. The review apparently may take weeks up to months.

Rivers underwent a procedure to repair her vocal cords at Yorkville Endoscopy on Thursday, August 28. The 81-year-old comedian, however, stopped breathing during the procedure and was rushed to Mount Sinai hospital. Sources told the site that health department had contacted the clinic twice since last Thursday.

On Wednesday, the "Fashion Police" star's daughter Melissa Rivers gave an update on her mother's condition, saying that she had been moved from ICU into a private room. "My mother has been moved out of intensive care and into a private room where she is being kept comfortable. Thank you for your continued support," she said.

Numerous celebrities such as Giuliana Rancic, Kelly Osbourne and Mike Tyson have tweeted their support since the comedian got hospitalized. "On behalf of my mother and our family, we are extremely grateful for all the love and support we've received," Melissa said in a previous statement. "I know my mother would be overwhelmed by the continued outpouring of kindness and I want to thank everyone for keeping us in their prayers."

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Real Madrid fans left puzzled by the club transfer policy

 The Los Blancos board brought in James Rodriguez, Toni Kroos and Keylor Navas following their impressive performances at the World Cup, while they also negotiated a deadline day loan move for Manchester United striker Javier Hernandez.

However, the departures of Angel Di Maria to Manchester United and Xabi Alonso to Bayern Munich, players who were influential to the Spanish club's "Decima" [10th] Champions League triumph last season, have left fans puzzled and disconcerted.

An emphatic 79 percent of respondents voted "no" when asked by AS on Monday: "Does Real Madrid have a better or worse template than last season?"

Cristiano Ronaldo has suggested that he does not completely agree with the transfer business done by Real Madrid president Florentino Perez this summer and that sentiment seems to have rubbed off on the club's supporters, who have been disappointed by the start to the new season.

Real Madrid lost the Spanish supercopa to city rivals Atletico, while they surrendered a two-goal lead at the weekend to suffer their first league loss of the season at the hands of Real Sociedad.

The reaction of the club's fanbase represents a huge contrast to last summer when fans applauded the arrival of Italian coach Carlo Ancelotti and the subsequent signings of eight players, including Gareth Bale and European under-21 champions Asier Illarramendi, Isco and Daniel Carvajal.

Ancelotti has admitted that he is under pressure to turn things around quickly at the Santiago Bernabeu, especially with the impending visit of Atletico after the international break.

"Something must change and will change," he said. "It's my responsibility."

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Chris Brown Pleaded Guilty to Assault

 Chris Brown has pleaded guilty in his Washington, D.C. assault case. The "With You" singer appeared in court on Tuesday, September 2 wearing a gray suit, white shirt and glasses. The judge sentenced him to time already served.

Brown's lawyer Danny Onorato told the court that his client had received punishment for the assault. "To say that he's been punished severely in this matter is an understatement," he said, as quoted by NY Daily News. He additionally said that Brown wanted to resolve the case because he wanted to concentrate on tour. In the court, Brown apologized for his action. "I would like to say to the court that I'm sorry," he stated.

Back in October, Brown hit a man named Parker Adams outside the W hotel when he tried to join the singer and two female fans while they were taking photos. The Grammy-winning singer then was charged with misdemeanor assault and spent two days in custody.

Brown's bodyguard Christopher Hollosy also hit Adams. He was convicted of misdemeanor assault in April, but he has not been sentenced.

Brown, who was in probation in relation to Rihanna assault case, served 131 days in prison for probation violation. He was released in June.

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Joan Rivers is still on Life Support- Daughter

 Melissa Rivers gives update on her mother Joan Rivers' condition amidst conflicting reports that the comedienne is being brought out of coma. The daughter confirms her mom is hooked on machines to stay alive but insists that "at this time she does remain on life support."

"On behalf of my mother and our family, we are extremely grateful for all the love and support we've received," Melissa says in response to the rumor. "I know my mother would be overwhelmed by the continued outpouring of kindness and I want to thank everyone for keeping us in their prayers."

Joan was rushed to the Mount Sinai Hospital Thursday, August 28 after going into cardiac arrest during a throat surgery. Doctors put her in a medically induced coma as they attempted to assess the damage. Love, prayers, and get-well wishes were pouring in from friends and colleagues including her "Fashion Police" co-hosts Giuliana Rancic, Kelly Osbourne, and George Kotsiopoulos.

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Fernando Torres on Jose Mourinho: our paths will meet again possibly in the future

 Fernando Torres said during his unveiling at AC Milan that he had a positive relationship with Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho and added: "Perhaps in the future our paths will meet again."
Torres has joined Milan on a two-year loan, which is set to take him to the end of his Chelsea contract, and said he felt the need to move on after struggling to meet expectations since his 2011 move from Liverpool.
"I thank Liverpool and Chelsea for everything they gave me, but I felt it was the right moment to change," he told a news conference in Milan on Tuesday. "When the chance to join Milan presented itself, I accepted and I am looking to score lots of goals again. I needed a new challenge.
"A new adventure is about to begin and I hope to achieve what I have done in my previous experiences. I hope to spend many years at Milan, full of success and trophies. I am very happy."
Despite Mourinho regularly citing issues with his strikeforce for the Blues' failure to win a trophy last season, the former Inter boss said on several occasions that he was impressed by Torres' attitude.
"I had a very good relationship with Jose," Torres said. "When I was signed by Milan he wished me all the best. He spoke about the passion that the city of Milan has for football and that I would settle in well. I learnt a lot from him as a coach. Perhaps in the future our paths will meet again."
On the Portuguese's praise, the Spain international added: "I thank Mourinho for his words. I don't need to say anything else. We have to always act and play as professionals."
Torres helped the Blues to the FA Cup, Champions League and Europa League during his time at Stamford Bridge but acknowledges that, despite the lack of silverware, he was able to make a bigger impact during his spells with Atletico Madrid and Liverpool.
"I've played in three different teams," he said. "I won more with Chelsea but scored more goals with my other two clubs. Milan is a new adventure for me. I cannot wait to score for the fans and win titles.
"It's important to both myself and Milan to rediscover my form and help Milan get back to the highest levels."
Torres will be joined at Milan by Chelsea midfielder Marco van Ginkel, who agreed a season-long loan on deadline day.

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Pope welcomes Maradonna and football greats from across the world to Vatican for inter-faith ‘match for peace'

A glittering list of football stars, including arguably the greatest player of all time, Diego Maradona, met Pope Francis yesterday before an inter-religious charity match.

Before the game, Pope Francis was presented with an Argentina shirt by the man known to many for his 'Hand of God' in the 1986 World Cup quarter final defeat of England. 

 

At the time of fellow Argentinian Pope Francis' election in March, Maradona remarked: 'Everybody in Argentina can remember "the hand of God" in the England match in the 1986 World Cup. Now, in my country, the "hand of God" has brought us an Argentinian pope.'

The players met the Pope prior to the 'football match with peace' yesterday evening at the Olympic Stadium in Rome, that was organised to promote world peace and understanding.

 

 

 

Maradona was joined by former players such as Carlos Valderrama (famous for his distinctive blonde mop), Roberto Baggio and Zinedine Zidane, as well as current stars including Lionel Messi and Andrea Pirlo at the Vatican.

The game is part of the Pope's call for 'dialogue' in times of religiously motivated wars and to promote a diplomatic solution to the ongoing crisis in Gaza.

The idea for the match arose in April 2013 following a conversation between former Argentine player Javier Zanetti and Pope Francis.

Speaking in the build-up to the match, Zanetti said: 'When I spoke with Pope Francis about this project, it was a big concern for us to do something for world peace. 

'I think the fact that so many stars have joined in can help professional football support peace. 

'Although the game was to raise money for charitable purposes, the most important thing we want to do is spread the Pope's message of peace to the world.' 

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger and Argentina manager Gerardo 'Tata' Martino were the manager for the two teams. 

The two teams, named PUPI and SCHOLAS were captained by Zanetti and Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon. 

Wenger's involvement was been criticised by some Arsenal fans who think their manager should be trying to buy a striker before the transfer window was closed yesterday.

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4-year-old Nigerian Girl with Fully Developed Big Breasts

She's just 4 years of age and already grown breast of the size of a matured teenager.

According to 'Shari Nethersole' a physician at Children’s Hospital, Boston, and an instructor in Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School.

The onset of breast development in girls less than 8 years of age may be the first sign of precocious puberty or more likely a condition referred to as benign premature thelarche. Benign thelarche is most commonly seen in girls who are under 2 or older than 6 years of age. In those girls under 2 years, breast tissue is thought to be a consequence of infant gonadotropin secretion and ovarian hormone production. History and physical findings that support benign development include presence of breast tissue since birth, waxing and waning size of breast development, absence of other pubertal signs, and no evidence of linear growth acceleration. Additionally, benign thelarche in girls under two years rarely exceeds Tanner stage II development.

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Danny Welbeck leave United to Arsenal

 Arsenal have announced the signing of England international forward Danny Welbeck from Premier League rivals Manchester United for an undisclosed fee.

The 23-year-old, who is currently with Roy Hodgson's national squad ahead of fixtures against Norway and Switzerland, has signed a long-term deal at the Emirates Stadium to become Arsene Wenger's fifth summer signing -- with the deal announced almost two hours after the initial transfer deadline had passed.

He leaves United after coming through the ranks at Old Trafford -- developing his craft with loan spells at Preston and Sunderland -- but new Red Devils' boss Louis van Gaal has allowed the player to leave in search of regular first-team football.

With Arsenal currently missing injured duo Olivier Giroud and Theo Walcott, Welbeck is likely to take on the mantle of playing in a central attacking role for Wenger -- with a home game against Manchester City a potential debut for the striker.

Welbeck made his United debut in 2008 and went on to make 92 league appearances for his home-town club - scoring 20 goals. He lifted the Premier League once and also collected League Cup and FIFA World Club Cup winners' medals under Sir Alex Ferguson. 

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Angelina Jolie's Wedding Dress Is Revealed on cover of PEOPLE magazine's latest issue

 Angelina Jolie reveals her wedding gown on the cover of PEOPLE magazine's latest issue. The cover features first wedding photos of Angelina and Brad Pitt, including a full-length picture of the bride wearing a unique dress which is decorated with her children's original artwork.

Master tailor of Atelier Versace, Luigi Massi, is the one who sewed dozens of designs from Angelina's six children into her dress and veil. Angelina tells the magazine, "Luigi is like family to me and I couldn't imagine anyone else making this dress. He knows and cares for the children and it was great fun putting it together."

According to the magazine, Brad grabbed a suit from his closet and borrowed a tie from one of his sons because he forgot to bring his. The couple's wedding ring was designed by Robert Procop, the same jeweler who designed their engagement ring.

Angelina and Brad comment on their wedding, which was attended by just 20 close friends and family members. "It was important to us that the day was relaxed and full of laughter," the couple tells the magazine, "It was such a special day to share with our children and a very happy time for our family."

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DEADLINE TRANSFER: United acquire Radamel Falcao on a one-year loan

 Manchester United have completed the signing of Monaco striker Radamel Falcao on a one-year loan deal with an option to make the switch permanent.

News of the Colombian's move to Old Trafford had begun to surface early on transfer deadline day but it was not until the early hours of Tuesday morning that the Red Devils announced they had got the deal over the line.

"Manchester United is delighted to announce that Radamel Falcao has joined the club on a one-year loan deal from AS Monaco, with an option to buy at the end of the loan period," read a United statement.

Falcao scored just nine goals in 17 games an injury-shortened 2013-14 season for Monaco. He also sat out the 2014 World Cup for Colombia because of the injury.

In the two seasons before last with Atletico Madrid, Falcao scored 28 and 24 goals, respectively.

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Game of Thrones to Film Cersei Nude Scene after getting permission

 "Game of Thrones" has finally got the greenlight from the Croatian film commission to shoot Cersei nude scene. The pivotal scene will see the Queen Regent of the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros walking fully naked from a church and onto the streets of King's Landing.

The scene was previously in jeopardy as the Church of St. Nicholas, where the scene would be filmed, has a strict policy against public displays of sexuality. The film commissioners, however, have now changed their initial ruling, giving a permission to the filming on the streets of Dubrovik as long as Lena Headey, who plays Cersei, doesn't film it at the church.

The show's producers, thus, have to compromise with the new term set by the film commissioners. Headey will now begin the naked scene on a fake church set.

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