Jordan Brand is preparing to welcome the new year with a symbolic footwear release, as the Air Jordan 1 Low “Money Cat” emerges as a festive nod to prosperity and good fortune. While the end-of-year holidays often dominate the sneaker calendar, early-year celebrations such as Lunar New Year have increasingly become a focal point for…
More than a year after it was first reported, a persistent Bluetooth connectivity issue affecting Android smartphones and in-car infotainment systems remains unresolved, leaving many users frustrated by unreliable audio connections. Bluetooth technology is designed to enable seamless short-range communication between devices, but numerous reports suggest that some high-end Android phones are struggling to maintain…
Paramount has escalated its hostile takeover attempt of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) by announcing that Oracle founder Larry Ellison will personally guarantee the full equity portion of the proposed deal, a move aimed at easing concerns over its financing structure. In a statement released on Monday, Paramount said Ellison will back the entire $40.4 billion…
Nollywood actress Bimbo Ademoye has shared her thoughts on marriage, revealing that she prefers a modest and intimate wedding ceremony rather than an elaborate celebration. The actress made this known during a recent interview with media personality VJ Adams, who has been widely rumoured to be her fiancé. Ademoye said her ideal wedding would be…
Nike has unveiled a new colourway of Sabrina Ionescu’s latest signature basketball shoe, drawing inspiration from the WNBA star’s hometown. The Nike Sabrina 3 “Walnut” references Walnut Creek, California, where Ionescu was born and raised, adding a personal chapter to her growing footwear line. Although Ionescu is still early in her professional career, her signature…
Ride-hailing firms Uber and Lyft have announced plans to trial autonomous taxis developed by Chinese technology company Baidu on UK roads from 2026, pending regulatory approval. Both companies said they are seeking permission to begin testing Baidu’s Apollo Go driverless vehicles in London. The service already operates in dozens of cities, largely in China, where…
Amazon has prevented more than 1,800 job applications from individuals believed to be linked to North Korea, according to the company’s chief security officer. Stephen Schmidt said the applicants attempted to secure remote IT roles using stolen or fabricated identities, with the aim of earning salaries that could be redirected to support the North Korean…
American hip-hop star Busta Rhymes has said he is considering making Nigeria his home and hopes to find a Nigerian wife in the future. The rapper, whose real name is Trevor Smith Jr, shared the plans while addressing fans during his performance at the Detty December Fest in Lagos over the weekend. Speaking mid-set, the…
Jordan Brand is expanding its Air Jordan 4 RM lineup with a new black and Varsity Red colourway that draws inspiration from some of the label’s most recognisable designs. The Air Jordan 4 RM, a reworked take on the classic Air Jordan 4, has spent more than a year on the market borrowing visual cues…
Bourbon producer Jim Beam has announced plans to pause production at its main distillery in Kentucky for the whole of 2026, citing the need for upgrades and a reassessment of output levels. In a statement to the BBC, the company said the temporary shutdown would allow it to invest in improvements at the site while…
The Delaware Supreme Court has reinstated a controversial pay package awarded to Tesla chief executive Elon Musk in 2018, ending a lengthy legal battle that had seen the deal struck down twice by a lower court. The ruling restores Musk’s right to purchase about 303 million Tesla shares on a split-adjusted basis, a compensation package…
The Recording Academy has announced that late Nigerian music icon Fela Anikulapo-Kuti will be posthumously honoured with a Special Merit Lifetime Achievement Award at the 67th Grammy Awards, marking a historic first for an African artist. Fela, widely regarded as the creator and global torchbearer of Afrobeat, will be celebrated alongside a group of renowned…
Nike may be preparing a crossover moment between skate culture and basketball as images of the Nike SB P-Rod 1 in a new “Habanero Red” colourway begin to circulate, prompting speculation about a possible tie-in with the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend. The newly surfaced design features a bold red upper paired with deeper red tones…
Sony Honda Mobility has announced that its first production vehicle, Afeela, will become the world’s first car to feature PlayStation Remote Play when deliveries begin in California in 2026. The joint venture between Sony and Honda said the integration will allow drivers and passengers to play games from their PlayStation 5 or PlayStation 4 consoles…
An HR executive who became the focus of a viral moment at a Coldplay concert has spoken publicly about the abuse, threats and professional consequences she says followed the incident. Kristin Cabot, the former chief people officer at US tech firm Astronomer, appeared on a stadium screen in July embracing the company’s then chief executive,…
Nigerian Afrobeats star Ayra Starr has shared a personal reflection on her early experiences living in New York, weeks after relocating from Lagos following a management deal with Roc Nation. In a recent essay published on her Substack, the singer offered a candid look at the emotional and physical challenges of settling into the US…
LEGO and Nike are set to continue their growing partnership with a new collaboration centred on one of Nike’s most recognisable silhouettes, the Air Max 95. The joint release, expected next spring, reimagines the classic “Neon” colourway with design elements inspired by the iconic toy brand. The upcoming LEGO x Nike Air Max 95 draws…
Riot Games is preparing what could become the most significant update in the history of League of Legends, a move that may fundamentally reshape the long-running online game. According to a Bloomberg report citing current and former Riot employees, the developer is working on a large-scale reimagining of its flagship title, internally referred to as…
The former chair of Ben & Jerry’s independent board, Anuradha Mittal, has alleged that the company which owns the ice cream brand attempted to pressure her into stepping down by threatening to publish damaging claims about her. Ms Mittal, who served as chair of the Vermont-based company’s independent board for seven years, told the BBC…
Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido has expressed his interest in working with global pop icon Rihanna, saying he believes the pair would create exceptional music together. The singer shared his thoughts during a livestream on Wednesday evening with popular Nigerian streamer and musician Carter Efe. The session, which lasted about three hours, was hosted on the…
Jordan Brand is set to expand its hybrid footwear lineup with a new Spiz’ike Low colourway inspired by one of its recent retro favourites. The upcoming “Desert Elephant” edition draws clear design cues from the Air Jordan 3 released in Fall 2022, while introducing its own distinctive touches. The low-top Spiz’ike arrives with a predominantly…
Nigerian singer Ayra Starr has said her experiences working with Wizkid reshaped her understanding of confidence, describing the Grammy-winning star as a powerful example of calm self-assurance. Speaking during an interview following her performance at the Grammy Museum, Ayra Starr referred to Wizkid as a “leading legend” and reflected on how his personality influenced her…
The growing use of artificial intelligence across the economy is likely to lead to job displacement on a scale comparable to the Industrial Revolution, the governor of the Bank of England has said, while stressing the need for urgent investment in skills and training. Andrew Bailey said the UK must ensure workers are equipped with…
TikTok’s Chinese parent company, ByteDance, has signed binding agreements with a group of US and international investors to restructure ownership of the app’s American business, a move aimed at preventing a nationwide ban in the United States. In a memo sent to staff on Thursday, TikTok chief executive Shou Zi Chew said the deal would…
Verdy is set to restock the highly sought-after Nike SB Dunk Low “Visty”, reviving one of 2024’s most talked-about skate sneakers in an unexpected move. The sneaker, which first launched in September 2024, will be made available again through a raffle hosted on Verdy’s official website. The draw opens on Tuesday, December 17, at 1:00…
The Academy Awards will shift to exclusive streaming on YouTube beginning in 2029, marking a major change in how one of Hollywood’s most prestigious events reaches audiences worldwide. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday that it has signed a multi-year agreement granting YouTube global streaming rights to the Oscars from…
Warner Bros Discovery has advised its shareholders to turn down a $108.4bn (£80.75bn) takeover proposal from Paramount Skydance, signalling its preference for a separate deal already agreed with streaming giant Netflix. In a statement to investors, the company’s board said it had unanimously concluded that the Paramount-backed offer was not in the best interests of…
Jordan Brand is already setting the tone for 2026, with official images surfacing of the Air Jordan 13 “True Red,” one of the most anticipated retro releases slated for next year. The newly released images showcase the return of the classic 1997 design, staying faithful to the silhouette worn by Michael Jordan during his final…
Ford Motor Company has announced a significant shift in its electric vehicle strategy, scaling back plans to build large battery-powered models as it pivots toward hybrids, petrol-powered vehicles and smaller, lower-cost EVs. The US automaker said the change will result in a $19.5bn (£14.6bn) hit to profits, citing weaker-than-expected consumer demand for electric vehicles, rising…
FIFA has announced the introduction of a new £45 ($60) ticket category for the 2026 World Cup, following widespread criticism of the tournament’s original pricing structure. World football’s governing body said the lower-priced tickets will be made available for all 104 matches of the competition, which will be co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United…
The Nike Shox R4 continues its unexpected resurgence as a fashion staple, with the brand preparing to introduce a new “Reflective Red” colourway as part of its Spring 2026 releases. Originally designed as a high-performance basketball shoe and popularised in the early 2000s by NBA star Vince Carter, the Shox R4 has since found a…
Spanish authorities have imposed a €64m (£56m) fine on Airbnb after ruling that the platform advertised tens of thousands of holiday properties without the required licences. The country’s Consumer Affairs Ministry said the penalty follows findings that many listings promoted homes that were either not authorised for short-term rental or were subject to restrictions that…
The European Commission has scaled back its proposal to phase out the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2035, easing pressure on carmakers after sustained lobbying from the industry. Under existing rules, all new cars sold in the EU from 2035 were expected to be zero-emission. However, the Commission’s revised plan would require…
New Balance is continuing to build momentum around its emerging 204L silhouette, unveiling a new “Cortado” colourway as the model edges closer to wider market adoption. Early reactions to the 204L – boosted by high-profile collaborations with Basketcase and KITH – have fuelled speculation that the design could become one of the Boston-based brand’s next…
Italian luxury fashion house Prada has revealed plans to launch a limited-edition line of Kolhapuri-inspired sandals made in India, months after facing criticism over the use of a design closely linked to the traditional footwear. According to Reuters, the brand will produce 2,000 pairs of sandals in the Indian states of Maharashtra and Karnataka under…
On the Warner Bros lot in Burbank, tourists still line up for photos in front of the Friends café set, unaware that behind the familiar façades, one of Hollywood’s oldest institutions is fighting for survival. For many of the people who make their living there, the possible breakup or sale of Warner Bros feels less…
Workers across the creative sector have voiced growing unease following a $1bn (£740m) agreement that will allow Disney characters to be used within OpenAI’s ChatGPT and its video-generation platform, Sora. The deal marks the first time a major Hollywood studio has licensed a significant portion of its intellectual property to OpenAI. Under the agreement, users…
New Balance has added a fresh entry to its growing RC56 lineup with the release of the “Ice Wine” colourway, which officially arrived on December 18. The launch marks another step in the brand’s gradual introduction of the silhouette to a broader market, following its early exposure through collaborations with fashion label Aime Leon Dore….
Potential buyers of TikTok’s US operations say they remain in a holding pattern as another deadline approaches for the app’s Chinese owner to divest or face a ban in the United States. Frank McCourt, the billionaire investor leading one of the bidding groups, told the BBC that prospective buyers have yet to receive clarity from…
Under Armour has unveiled what is expected to be the final sneaker tied to basketball star Stephen Curry, bringing an end to one of the most successful athlete-brand partnerships in modern footwear. The newly released “Christmas With The Curry’s” Series 7 arrives as Curry and Under Armour have officially parted ways. Despite the split, the…
Disney has agreed to a $1bn (£740m) partnership with OpenAI that will allow users to create images and videos featuring characters from the entertainment giant’s vast catalogue using tools such as ChatGPT and the AI video generator Sora. The agreement marks the first time a major Hollywood studio has formally licensed its characters to a…
Amazon has removed an artificial intelligence-generated video recap of its TV series Fallout after viewers flagged multiple factual errors in the summary. The recap was part of a trial feature Amazon introduced in November on its Prime Video platform, describing it as an experimental tool designed to help audiences quickly catch up on selected shows….
Nike is extending its early-2000s revival into the new year with another addition to its growing lineup of retro-inspired Shox models. The brand has unveiled a new Nike Shox Ride 2 colourway, set to join the Spring 2026 collection as enthusiasm for the Shox series continues across running, football, and an expected return of the…
Football supporters’ groups across Europe have accused FIFA of abandoning ordinary fans after the governing body set the lowest-priced ticket for next year’s World Cup final at $4,185 (£3,119). The organisation Football Supporters Europe said it was “astonished” by what it called an “extortionate” pricing model and urged FIFA to halt ticket sales immediately. The…
A New York court has sentenced disgraced cryptocurrency entrepreneur Do Kwon to 15 years in prison for his role in the dramatic collapse of two digital assets that wiped out an estimated $40bn (£29.9bn) in value. Kwon, a South Korean national and co-founder of Singapore-based Terraform Labs, helped create the TerraUSD and Luna tokens, whose…
Nike has unveiled official images of the Air Jordan 17 Doernbecher, a standout addition to the long-running Doernbecher Freestyle program – a collaboration with Oregon Health & Science University that empowers young patients to design their own Nike footwear. The latest entry comes from 18-year-old Zach Rumbaugh, who lives with a rare heart condition. His…
An Arizona man who spent years trying to sell the domain Lambo.com for as much as $75 million has been forced to hand it over to Automobili Lamborghini after losing a legal battle over the name. Richard Blair purchased the domain in February 2018 for $10,000, apparently hoping to cash in on the widely used…
Oracle’s stock fell sharply on Wednesday, dropping more than 10% in after-hours trading after the tech giant reported quarterly revenue that came in below Wall Street forecasts, adding fresh fuel to investor worries about an overheated AI market. The company posted revenue of $16.06bn for the quarter ending in November, narrowly missing analysts’ expectations of…
The Jordan Trunner LX – a shoe once linked to one of the 1990s’ most dominant boxing figures – is set for another comeback, this time in a pared-back black-and-white colourway scheduled for Spring 2026. Originally launched in 2000 as Jordan Brand’s first official cross-training sneaker, the Trunner LX has gradually shifted from performance footwear…
Author and philanthropist MacKenzie Scott disclosed on Tuesday that she donated $7.1 billion to nonprofits in 2025 – more than double her giving from the previous two years and one of her largest annual totals to date. In an essay posted on her website, Scott said the figures would likely draw media attention but stressed…
