Author: Keith Hofmann

Danny Frawley’s wife, Anita, has released a statement that has new insight in the months leading up to his death. The St Kilda Hall of Famer Danny Frawley will be farewelled in a private service Wednesday afternoon in Melbourne.  In a statement, Anita Frawley wrote, “On Monday, the love of my life was tragically taken from my girls and I. Many have speculated on the cause and lead up to this tragedy. Danny, as a champion of mental health would want me to continue his legacy and be open with the public of the events leading up to this heartbreak.…

In a span of ten years, engineer-turned-financial market wizard Jignesh Shah has already set up 14 exchanges across six continents and now Shah sees 100-times bigger business potential in a ‘startup ecosystem’. He feels startup ecosystem can create up to 10 crore jobs over the next decade. Shah, who was forced out of all Sebi-regulated businesses under regulatory orders amid a multi-agency probe following a payment default of Rs 5,600 crore in 2013 at his smallest venture National Spot Exchange Ltd (NSEL) that had a daily trading volume of Rs 200 crore as compared to more than Rs 1.20 lakh…

The fitness enthusiast, an Industrialist, and Mrs. Universe Lovely winner SHILPA AGARWAL has proved her mettle once again by achieving a new milestone by becoming the brand ambassador for ‘Fit India’ campaign. Agarwal has been awarded with the prestigious ‘Fit India Campaign Brand Ambassador’ that is a part of ‘Fit India’ movement programme which was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of National Sports Day August 29. Shilpa came first among 30 women finalists, who from across the country applied for the race to become brand ambassador, in which Shilpa stood first and became the Brand Ambassador…

Hearst Plaza at Lincoln Center is an easily accessible outdoor venue, where the Longchamp show took place, and the outdoor venue was the reason that drew an extra-large group of photographers who were waiting to snap photos of front row attendees, which included Kate Moss and Julianne Moore. And the arrival of campaign star Kendall Jenner also caused some stir at the event, however, and a fight broke out between photographers and security.  In a statement, Jenner said, “I have major anxiety, so those things freak me out. I was sitting in the car… my heart was going crazy. I…

The Philly Designer, founder and CEO of D’IYANU, Adesola Elabor quit her job to launch this popular clothing brand. Elabor, who without wasting her time on what she didn’t enjoy, she built her own brand D’IYANU. D’IYANU is the African inspired clothing line, which is known for its daring prints, trendy silhouettes, and vibrant aesthetic. D’IYANU was incepted five years back, and in just five years, Elabor along with her team has skillfully orchestrated much success for the brand.  Elabor launched the Norristown Company in the year 2014 after quitting her job so that she could focus on her passion.…

Basketball star Liz Cambage, who models part-time, has stripped down for ESPN’s Body Issue. The Australian basketballer Cambage also admitted that she’s nervous about “the whole world seeing my butt.” Also, she said that she has been waiting nervously for the release of ESPN Magazine’s Body Issue this week’s this week as the “whole world” was about to “see her butt”. In a statement, Cambage said, “It was pretty crazy. I was naked in front of like 15 to 20 people.” Further she said, “I think that’s why I’m nervous. I know my angles when I take Instagram photos, but…

The National Dope Testing Laboratory has been banned for six months by WADA for existing anomalies, jeopardizing some 5000 athletes whose samples had to be tested. Sending samples and getting them tested in WADA-accredited labs overseas incurs huge cost which, NADA isn’t capable to bear at present. However, could there be a systematic agenda that meant to benefit some party behind this whole uproar? The NDTL suspension found its way into Power Sportz’ weekly sports debate show “Talking Turkey with Kanthi” hosted by Kanthi D Suresh.  Days before the ban, BCCI agreed to come under NADA, putting an end to…

One of Australia’s largest airlines, Virgin Australia Airlines Pty Ltd, commonly known as Virgin Australia, backed by China’s HNA Group Co., led by Paul Scurrah has announced 750 job cuts and a wide-ranging operational review after reporting a seventh consecutive annual loss. Virgin Australia is the largest airline by fleet size to use the Virgin brand. The airline commenced its services on 31 August 2000 as Virgin Blue, with two aircraft on a single route, was co-founded by British businessman Richard Branson (the founder of Virgin Group), and former CEO Brett Godfrey. Virgin Australia’s ownership structure is different from the…

Richard Mille, a Swiss luxury watchmaking brand founded in 2001 based out in Les Breuleux, Switzerland, is celebrating 15 years of partnership with Felipe Massa, Brazilian Formula E and former Formula One racing driver, as its brand ambassador. Massa has 269 Grand Prix starts and 11 Formula One wins to his name. The race car driver have raced for the Sauber, Ferrari and Williams Formula One teams before he signed the Venturi Formula E team. The 38-years-old is one of the most experienced and decorated drivers in the Formula E championship. The champion has always been test-driving Richard Mille watches…

Dancing with the stars, created by Richard Hopkins, is a U.S. reality show based on the British series “Strictly Come Dancing.” The show pairs celebrities with professional ballroom dancers, who each week compete with each other. These dancers are then scored by a panel of judges. Viewers are given time to vote for their favorite dancers, either by telephone or online. The couple with the lowest combined score provided by the judges and viewers gets eliminated. Likewise, the final couple who survive the competition till last is declared the champion and wins a trophy. Many versions have already been produced…