Burna Boy will celebrate the fifth anniversary of his acclaimed album African Giant with a special live concert as part of YouTube Music Nights. The event is scheduled for July 26, 2024, and will be streamed live on Burna Boy’s YouTube channel, allowing fans worldwide to join in the celebration. Addy Awofisayo, Head of Music…
Renowned American rapper Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., better known as Snoop Dogg, is set to carry the Olympic torch during the final stretch leading up to the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympics. The grand opening ceremony, scheduled for Friday, July 26, 2024, will feature over 10,000 athletes parading on boats along the Seine…
A lock of Florence Nightingale’s hair has sold for £3,606 at an auction in North Yorkshire, surpassing its expected value of £2,000 to £3,000. The hair, confirmed to belong to the 19th-century nursing pioneer, was sold along with her signature on a piece of clipped paper. The items, auctioned by Tennants Auctioneers in Leyburn, had…
Netflix has announced that it will begin phasing out its Basic plan, the cheapest ad-free subscription option, in the United States. Priced at $11.99 per month, the Basic plan will no longer be available for new sign-ups, as the company encourages users to switch to its ad-supported plan at $6.99 per month. Existing Basic plan…
American Airlines’ 28,000 flight attendants have reached a tentative labour agreement with the airline, according to an announcement from their union on Friday. The Association of Professional Flight Attendants (APFA), representing the flight attendants, stated that the agreement addresses key issues including compensation, work rules, and retroactive pay. Specific details of the agreement were not…
Nigerian music icon D’banj has announced the release of “Worthy,” a collaborative single featuring Grammy Award-winning legend Youssou N’Dour and NBC’s The Voice runner-up Chechi Sarai. The track, celebrating romantic love as a metaphor for their passion for Africa, recently hit streaming platforms and broadcast stations. The “Worthy” music video showcases a blend of music,…
Nigerian musicians Portable and Goya Menor have put their past differences aside and reunited in a viral video that has captivated fans. The two artists, previously at odds over a disputed award, were seen collaborating and entertaining fans on the streets. Portable had claimed he deserved the Best Street-Hop Artist award at the 2022 Headies…
Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Rema recently created a buzz at an event in Paris by introducing American rapper Asap Rocky to prominent African businessman Tony Elumelu. A video of the encounter shared on TikTok, has generated significant excitement online. The clip captures Rema facilitating the introduction, with all three men smiling and shaking hands. Tony Elumelu,…
British rapper Stefflon Don has shared insights from her past relationship with Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy, revealing valuable lessons she learned from their breakup. In a recent interview with Dose of Society, Stefflon Don emphasized the importance of open communication in relationships. When asked about her last heartbreak, she highlighted the need to express…
Hip-hop superstar Cardi B has firmly stated she has no intention of quitting music, despite recent claims by rapper-turned-podcaster Joe Budden. Budden had suggested that Cardi might not release another album, but the Grammy-winning artist has set the record straight. In a recent conversation on X, Cardi B addressed Budden’s criticism of her project rollout…
Adidas has withdrawn supermodel Bella Hadid from an advertising campaign for retro shoes following criticism from Israel. The German sportswear giant had chosen Hadid, who is half-Palestinian, to promote its SL72 trainers, initially launched to coincide with the 1972 Munich Olympics. This decision sparked controversy due to the historical significance of the 1972 Munich Games,…
Disneyland employees are raising their voices over inadequate wages, with some resorting to living in cars and motels. Cynthia “Cyn” Carranza, an overnight custodian at Disneyland, recounted her experiences of living in her car with two dogs due to her $20.65 per hour wage not covering Southern California’s high rent costs. Ms. Carranza tearfully shared…
In Wuhan, China, residents can travel six miles in a driverless taxi for a mere 50 cents, thanks to the rapid rise of Robotaxi services. This new transportation trend, driven by tech giant Baidu’s Apollo Go, aims to make Wuhan the world’s first driverless city, even though the vehicles often struggle with basic navigation. A…
Veteran Nollywood actor Emeka Ike has revealed that his break from the movie industry allowed him to expand his entrepreneurial pursuits. Known for his role in “Deadly Affair,” Ike shared insights into his hiatus and announced his return to acting. The actor, who stepped away from the screen following the end of his marriage to…
Actress and former fashion blogger, Temi Otedola, has celebrated the profound impact her fiancé, singer Mr Eazi, has had on her life. The billionaire heiress shared her sentiments on social media, highlighting how meeting Mr Eazi eight years ago changed her life. In a heartfelt Instagram post marking Mr Eazi’s 33rd birthday, Otedola wrote, “My…
Nigerian singer Simi has retracted her statement about not listening to other musicians’ work, acknowledging that her comment was “weird” and misunderstood. In a recent interview, Simi mentioned that she only listens to the music of her husband, Adekunle Gold, sparking accusations of pride from netizens. Facing backlash, Simi took to her official X account…
Nigerian singer Rema and UK-based Togolese TikTok sensation Kelly Akoussah have ignited dating speculations. The buzz began when Rema, known for his hit “Calm Down,” shared a video on his Instagram story of Kelly dancing to a track from his sophomore album, “HeIS.” He captioned the video, “My bb [baby],” which immediately set fans abuzz…
Popular American singer Sean Kingston, known for his hit singles, has been indicted for his involvement in a $1 million wire fraud scheme. Kingston and his mother, Janice Turner, were formally charged in a Miami federal court on Friday. The indictment alleges that the pair participated in a scheme involving fraudulent bank payments, resulting in…
Nigerian DJ Cuppy Announces the Passing of Her Maternal Grandmother Renowned Nigerian DJ, Florence Otedola, widely known as DJ Cuppy, has shared the heartbreaking news of her maternal grandmother’s passing. Expressing her grief on social media, DJ Cuppy found solace in the belief that her grandmother is now “in heaven.” She conveyed deep gratitude for…
Bud Light, once the leading beer in the United States, has now slipped to third place in the market following a challenging year marked by a significant boycott. According to data from NIQ shared by Beer Marketer Insights, Michelob Ultra, also brewed by Anheuser-Busch, has overtaken Bud Light to become the second-best selling beer in…
Ferrari has launched a new initiative asking its owners and fans to help identify and report counterfeit products, from cars to merchandise, in an effort to maintain the authenticity and value of the brand. Classic Ferraris are among the most valuable cars globally, sometimes fetching tens of millions of dollars. This high value has attracted…
The Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) has reported a disturbing trend of building collapses across the country, with 22 incidents recorded between January and July 2024, resulting in 33 deaths. At a news conference in Abuja themed “The Incessant Spate of Building Collapse in Nigeria in Recent Times: A Call for…
The Nigerian federal government has announced plans to temporarily suspend the N10 tax on sweetened sugar beverages as part of its economic stabilization efforts. Minister of Finance Wale Edun made the announcement during a meeting with the National Action on Sugar Reduction (NASR). Edun explained that this measure is designed to help beverage companies cope…
Nigerian actress Ini Dima-Okojie has candidly shared her ongoing battle with fibroid tumours. In a heartfelt video posted on Instagram, the ‘Blood Sisters’ star disclosed that despite undergoing surgery in 2020, the fibroids have reappeared. Ini Dima-Okojie chose to adopt a holistic approach to managing her symptoms this time, instead of opting for another invasive…
Afrobeats sensation Divine Ikubor, known as Rema, has opened up about the hardships that drove him to pursue a career in music. In a candid interview with Capital Xtra London, Rema shared how his family’s financial struggles, particularly his mother’s, were his primary motivation. Rema recalled how his mother couldn’t afford transport fares, forcing her…
Nigerian rapper Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz the Bahd Guy, recently shed light on his relationship with singer Simi, putting to rest long-standing dating rumours. The rumours began swirling in 2016 after the duo released a joint EP titled “Chemistry,” which led fans to speculate about a possible romantic relationship. In a recent interview…
Scottish-Nigerian actress Caroline Hutchings recently opened up about the challenges she faced after her divorce from ex-husband Musa Danjuma. In an emotional post on her Instagram page on Wednesday, Hutchings revealed that the end of her marriage led her to lose her sense of identity and abandon her dreams. Hutchings shared that the divorce forced…
Falz has unveiled the music video for his latest track “Who Go Pay,” featuring Adekunle Gold. The song is part of his newly released EP, “Before The Feast.” Directed by Perliks, this marks the first official music video from the EP. Fans can now enjoy the vibrant visuals accompanying this much-anticipated collaboration. Watch below.
DJ Spinall has dropped a fresh track titled “One Call,” featuring the velvety vocals of Nigerian artist Omah Lay and South African Grammy-winning singer Tyla. The song, produced by P.Prime, is a captivating testament to the idea that true love can withstand any distance. With its heartfelt lyrics and the recurring promise of being “one…
Netflix is ramping up efforts to maintain subscriber loyalty through a diverse array of offerings, including live sports and immersive entertainment experiences, as it continues to evolve beyond traditional streaming models. In its latest quarterly report, Netflix announced a record-high of 269.9 million subscribers, surpassing competitors like Disney+, Peacock, and Max (owned by Warner Bros….
A former analyst at Goldman Sachs and Blackstone, Anthony Viggiano, has been sentenced to 28 months in prison for his involvement in an insider trading scheme described as “catastrophically stupid.” U.S. District Judge Valerie Caproni in Manhattan handed down the sentence on Wednesday, following Viggiano’s guilty plea in January to securities fraud. The 27-year-old from…
The Nasdaq Composite index experienced its sharpest downturn since December 2022 as tech stocks faced significant selling pressure, marking a stark contrast to the Dow’s continued rise to record highs. On Wednesday, the Nasdaq plummeted by 2.8%, reflecting investor retreat from major tech giants that had driven Wall Street’s impressive rally earlier this year. Concurrently,…
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced that 110,000 successful applicants under its student loan scheme will begin receiving credit alerts next week, following the official launch by President Bola Tinubu. In an interview with Channels Television on Wednesday, NELFUND Managing Director Akintunde Sawyerr revealed that disbursements will commence shortly after President Tinubu handed…
Nigerian music star Paul Okoye, popularly known as Rudeboy from the P-Square duo, has addressed speculation about his wealth following a recent arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Rudeboy and his elder brother, Jude Okoye, were recently detained by the anti-graft agency, prompting widespread speculation. After his release, Rudeboy took to his…
Nigerian singer Cynthia Morgan has raised concerns over Rema’s smoking habit, threatening to hold Mavins Records accountable if any harm befalls him. She also took aim at Ayra Starr, criticizing her recent attire during a meeting with American actor Will Smith. In a post shared on her Instagram story, Morgan expressed her apprehension about Rema’s…
Nigerian singer Ayra Starr has openly praised her colleague Rema, describing him as her closest friend and a source of immense inspiration. In a recent interview with Munch Music, Ayra Starr expressed her admiration for Rema, calling him her “GOAT” (Greatest of All Time). She emphasized how Rema continuously inspires her in their shared journey…
The 76th Emmy nominations announced on Wednesday saw Selena Gomez, the comedy series ‘The Bear,’ and the drama series ‘Shogun’ making waves with record-breaking nods. Selena Gomez received her first-ever Emmy nomination for her acting, earning a spot in the Best Actress in a Comedy Series category for her role as Mabel in ‘Only Murders…
Pernod Ricard, one of the world’s largest alcohol producers, is selling the majority of its wine brands as global wine consumption continues to decline. The French conglomerate, which owns renowned labels such as Absolut Vodka, Jameson Whiskey, and Beefeater Gin, announced on Wednesday that it will instead concentrate on expanding its champagne and premium spirits…
Supreme, the iconic streetwear brand loved by celebrities and trendsetters, has been acquired by Italian eyewear giant EssilorLuxottica for $1.5 billion. This purchase price is significantly lower than the $2.1 billion VF Corp. paid for Supreme just four years ago. EssilorLuxottica, known for its eyewear brands like Ray-Ban and Oakley, announced the acquisition on Wednesday,…
HSBC has announced that its Chief Financial Officer, Georges Elhedery, will take over as CEO, making him the bank’s third chief executive in less than eight years. Elhedery, a 50-year-old Lebanon-born finance executive, will replace Noel Quinn starting September 2. The decision, revealed on Wednesday, comes after the 160-year-old banking giant evaluated external candidates but…
Nigerian singer and performer Simisola Kosoko, widely known as Simi, has shared her personal approach to managing stage fright. The ‘Joromi’ singer revealed that she has struggled significantly with stage fright in the past. She likens performing a new song live for the first few times to “trying on a new pair of shoes that…
Popular DJ and musician Florence Otedola, known as DJ Cuppy, has expressed her pride in Nigerian afrobeats stars Asake, Rema, Ruger, and Shallipopi following their debut performances at the UK’s Wireless Festival. The Nigerian Afrobeats quartet captivated audiences during various dates of the 2024 Wireless Festival in London. DJ Cuppy, who also performed at the…
British rapper Stormzy and TV host Maya Jama have officially ended their relationship. The couple released a joint statement detailing their decision to part ways. They highlighted their love story and explained that despite their best efforts, their relationship ultimately did not work out. Stormzy and Jama began dating in 2014 and first broke up…
Amid swirling rumors of a split with his wife, renowned afrobeats artist Kizz Daniel has requested reimbursement for his expenses. Reports recently emerged online suggesting that Kizz Daniel’s marriage had ended after his wife allegedly caught him with another woman in his studio. On Wednesday, the singer addressed the situation on his X handle, stating…
Kendrick Lamar continues to overshadow Drake on streaming platforms, emerging victorious in their recent musical feud. Lamar’s monthly Spotify listeners have surged to 74,115,665, narrowly surpassing Drake’s 74,086,033. This milestone marks the first time the Compton rapper has outpaced his Canadian counterpart on the platform. While Drake remains Spotify’s most-streamed artist with over 100 billion…
Nike has unveiled its new Summer 2024 campaign, “Winning Isn’t for Everyone,” celebrating the determination and resilience required to achieve success. The campaign emphasizes that while not everyone may win on their first attempt, commitment and perseverance are what define a true winner. Through a series of storytelling visuals, Nike highlights the spirit of excellence…
In a move aimed at revitalizing its tourism industry, Thailand has extended its visa-free entry scheme to include passport holders from 93 countries and territories. This new policy, effective Monday, allows visitors to stay in the Southeast Asian nation for up to 60 days, up from the previous 57 countries eligible for visa-free entry. Tourism,…
British luxury brand Burberry has announced the immediate departure of its CEO, Jonathan Akeroyd, following another challenging quarter with a sales drop of over 20%. Akeroyd, who held the position for two years, will be succeeded by Joshua Schulman, a seasoned executive with previous CEO roles at Coach and Michael Kors. The decision comes as…
An activist hacking group, Nullbulge, has claimed responsibility for leaking around 1.2 terabytes of Disney’s internal Slack messages, including details on unreleased projects, raw images, computer codes, and some logins. The breach, allegedly facilitated by a person with Slack access, raises significant concerns over cybersecurity and AI’s impact on artists. The group, said to be…
Nigerian singer Davido, born David Adeleke, has highlighted the international rise of the Afrobeats genre, asserting that Afrobeats artists now achieve the same level of success as global pop and hip-hop icons like Drake. During a panel discussion hosted by Hiptv with the United States Advisory Council on Africa Diaspora Engagement and Leaders in Nigeria’s…
