Amazon is reportedly preparing to lay off as many as 30,000 corporate employees, marking one of the largest workforce reductions in its history. The cuts, expected to begin as early as tomorrow, could affect nearly 10% of the company’s corporate staff, according to reports. News agency Reuters first reported the development, while CNN said it…
OpenAI has released new data suggesting that a small percentage of ChatGPT users may display signs of serious mental health conditions, including psychosis, mania, or suicidal thoughts. According to the company, around 0.07% of active weekly users show possible indicators of mental health emergencies. While OpenAI described such cases as “extremely rare,” the figure could…
Nigerian Afrobeat artist Charles Onyeabor, son of late Afro-funk legend William Onyeabor, achieved a career milestone on Friday, October 24, 2025, after selling out the renowned Hard Rock Café in Firenze, Italy. The Europe-based musician thrilled a packed audience with a vibrant fusion of Afrobeat, funk, soul, and contemporary rhythms – a sound that has…
Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry is adding another eye-catching pair to his signature sneaker lineup, as Under Armour prepares to launch the Curry Brand Series 7 “Aurora” – a vibrant design inspired by the natural wonder of the Northern Lights. The new colorway takes cues from the Aurora Borealis, featuring a striking blend of…
In a historic shift for the gaming industry, Microsoft has announced that its flagship franchise Halo will make its debut on Sony’s PlayStation 5 next year – marking the first time the iconic series will appear on a rival console. The upcoming release, titled Halo: Campaign Evolved, is a remake of the 2001 classic Halo:…
Pizza Hut, once a family favourite for its all-you-can-eat buffet, salad bar, and self-serve ice cream, is closing nearly half of its UK restaurants as customer interest wanes. The move follows the chain’s second rescue from administration this year, reducing its restaurant count from 132 to just 64. For many Britons, Pizza Hut was once…
Nigerian rapper and singer, Erigga, has voiced his disappointment over what he described as Nigerians’ growing preference for foreign entertainers at the expense of homegrown talent. Speaking during an interview with Yanga FM, the Warri-born artiste lamented that the relocation of the Headies Awards from Nigeria to the United States underscores the country’s increasing fascination…
adidas has introduced a fresh colourway of Donovan Mitchell’s latest signature basketball shoe – the DON Issue 7 – featuring a sleek “Preloved Violet” gradient design ahead of the 2025 holiday season. The new release arrives as Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers gear up for another determined title run in the 2025–26 NBA season. After…
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has defended his push for a record-breaking $1 trillion compensation package, saying it is necessary to secure his control over the company and safeguard it from what he described as “corporate terrorists.” Speaking during an investor call on Wednesday, Musk claimed that influential proxy advisory firms Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) and…
Microsoft’s Head of Artificial Intelligence, Mustafa Suleyman, has said the company is committed to developing AI systems that are emotionally intelligent, supportive, and safe enough for children to use – a clear stance against the growing trend of romantic and adult-oriented chatbots. In an interview with CNN, Suleyman said Microsoft’s goal is to create trustworthy…
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Efe Irele has called on Nigerian movie producers to find a balance between creating commercially successful films and delivering emotionally rich stories that connect with audiences on a deeper level. Speaking in an interview with Saturday Beats, Irele praised the progress of the Nigerian film industry but stressed that financial sustainability…
In one of the most unexpected collaborations of the year, Costco and Nike are joining forces for a special edition Kirkland x Nike SB Dunk Low. After early leaks sparked curiosity months ago, newly released official images now offer a closer look at the surprising partnership. The final design showcases several key updates from the…
Afua Kyei, Chief Financial Officer of the Bank of England, has been named the UK’s most influential Black person, topping the 2026 Powerlist – an annual ranking that celebrates individuals of African, African-Caribbean, and African-American heritage who are making significant impact across the country. At 43, Kyei is one of the most senior finance leaders…
It sounded like a scene straight out of Ocean’s Eleven: high rollers seated around velvet tables in luxury suites, chips stacked high, cards fanned between manicured fingers – and absolutely no chance of winning. In reality, it was one of the most elaborate poker frauds in U.S. history – a “mind-boggling” operation that used X-ray…
Former U.S. President Barack Obama has paid tribute to Nigerian Afrobeat icon Fela Anikulapo Kuti in a new podcast series celebrating artists who used their craft as a form of activism. The series, titled Fela Kuti: Fear No Man, is produced by Higher Ground, the media company owned by Barack and Michelle Obama. It was…
Reebok is paying tribute to basketball legend Allen Iverson with a new footwear collection tied to the release of the Prime Video docuseries Allen Iv3rson, which explores the Hall of Famer’s life and career in unprecedented depth. To mark the launch of the limited series, the sportswear brand is revisiting Iverson’s roots at Bethel High…
Retail giant Target has announced plans to lay off around 1,000 corporate employees and eliminate 800 open positions, a move that will affect roughly 8% of its global corporate workforce, the company confirmed. Incoming CEO Michael Fiddelke, who is set to replace longtime leader Brian Cornell next year, told staff in an internal email that…
Former Binance chief executive Changpeng Zhao, widely known as “CZ”, has been granted a presidential pardon by US President Donald Trump, less than a year after serving a four-month prison sentence for violating American money-laundering laws. Zhao, the founder of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, had pleaded guilty in 2023 to allowing users to bypass…
Liverpool forward Hugo Ekitike has revealed that Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Asake ranks among his top three favourite music artists. In a recent interview with ESPN UK, the French striker was asked to name the musicians he enjoys listening to the most. Ekitike mentioned Asake, alongside American rappers Gunna and NBA YoungBoy, as his top choices….
Japanese streetwear giant A Bathing Ape (BAPE) has announced an exclusive collection set to debut at ComplexCon 2025, joining a growing lineup of high-profile releases for the annual fashion and culture event. This year’s showcase, which will take place in the Southwest desert, is already generating buzz with early drops such as the Air Jordan…
Apple could soon be required to open its iPhone ecosystem to rival app stores in the United Kingdom following a major ruling by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). The move marks a potential end to Apple’s long-standing “closed system,” which only allows users to download apps through its proprietary App Store. The CMA has…
Amazon has introduced a prototype of its latest innovation, AI-powered smart glasses called Amelia, designed specifically to support its delivery drivers. The wearable technology, which comes with a camera and built-in display, pairs with a waistcoat featuring a button that allows drivers to capture photos of completed deliveries. According to Beryl Tomay, Amazon’s Vice President…
Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck has revealed the inspiration behind his iconic red cap, a staple of his image that fans have come to associate with his bold persona. In a recent interview on Comfortably Speaking, the artist explained that the cap is not just a fashion statement but a symbol of strength and cultural pride rooted…
Nike has officially released images of Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole’s Nike Zoom GT Cut 3 “Milk and Cookies” Player Edition (PE), giving fans a first full look at the playful sneaker inspired by the athlete’s favorite post-game treat. First seen on Poole during the 2024 NBA season, the “Milk and Cookies” colorway caught attention…
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has launched a new artificial intelligence-powered web browser called ChatGPT Atlas, in a bold move to challenge industry giants such as Google, which dominates the market with Chrome. Unveiled on Tuesday, ChatGPT Atlas is initially available for Apple’s macOS and is designed around OpenAI’s flagship chatbot rather than the traditional…
Two gambling companies – Kwiff and Betway – have had their advertisements banned in the United Kingdom after regulators ruled that the promotions could unduly appeal to children. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) announced the decision on Wednesday following investigations into complaints about the adverts, which featured Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton and the Chelsea…
Nigerian singer and entrepreneur Oluwatosin Ajibade, widely known as Mr Eazi, has revealed that he is venturing into a new profession – online streaming. The ‘Skin Tight’ hitmaker made the disclosure on X (formerly Twitter) after a fan questioned whether he had abandoned music for content creation. “Is @mreazi still a musician or now a…
Global sportswear giant Puma has teamed up once again with luxury crystal maker Swarovski, unveiling a dazzling version of its popular Speedcat sneakers embellished with more than 5,300 individual crystals. The limited-edition Swarovski x Puma Speedcat marks the brands’ most eye-catching collaboration to date. The Speedcat, already a fashion favourite spotted on city streets and…
Pizza Hut is set to close 68 restaurants and 11 delivery sites across the UK, resulting in the loss of 1,210 jobs, after the company managing its UK operations fell into administration. DC London Pie Limited, the firm that owns and operates Pizza Hut’s UK restaurants, appointed FTI Consulting as administrators on Monday. The move…
Disney+ and Hulu experienced a sharp rise in subscription cancellations in September, following the temporary suspension of late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, new data shows. According to analytics firm Antenna, Disney+’s churn rate – the percentage of users who cancel their subscriptions – spiked from an average of 4% to 8%, representing roughly three million cancellations….
Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck has clashed with Morin Oluwatobi, the manager of fellow rapper Blaqbonez, following what appears to be a brewing feud reignited by a recent diss track. The confrontation reportedly occurred over the weekend in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, shortly after Blaqbonez released his new single ‘ACL’, which allegedly took shots at Odumodublvck. A…
Adidas is stepping into the winter season with the launch of the Terrex Free Hiker 2 GORE-Tex Climawarm+, a high-performance hiking shoe that combines rugged durability with modern comfort. The new release continues Adidas’ tradition of expanding its signature BOOST technology beyond running and lifestyle sneakers. Much like Nike’s widespread use of Air Max cushioning,…
Logitech’s CEO, Hanneke Faber, has suggested that artificial intelligence agents could soon become standard participants in corporate boardrooms – and possibly replace human board members in the future. Speaking at Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Summit in Washington this week, Faber said she believes AI tools have the potential to reshape how companies make decisions and…
The long-awaited Sleeping Dogs film adaptation has taken a significant step forward, as actor and producer Simu Liu confirmed that the first script draft is complete. Based on the 2012 video game of the same name, Sleeping Dogs follows Wei Shen, an undercover police officer infiltrating the Hong Kong underworld. The open-world action game became…
Nollywood actress and trained engineer, Etinosa Idemudia, has stirred conversation online after declaring that acting is more demanding than engineering. Speaking on a recent episode of the Bold Enough To Say It podcast, Idemudia reflected on her experience working in both fields, stating that the entertainment industry requires a different level of intensity and emotional…
Nike is reviving one of its lesser-known early-2000s silhouettes with a striking new look, as the Air Max TL 2.5 gets a fresh “University Red/Black” colourway. The model, which re-emerged earlier this year as part of Nike’s nostalgic push into Y2K-era designs, continues to gain traction among retro sneaker fans despite not achieving the mainstream…
Leslie Benzies, the celebrated producer behind Grand Theft Auto V, is facing mounting criticism after the disastrous launch of his new studio’s debut game, MindsEye. Three weeks after its release in June 2025, the ambitious sci-fi title from Build a Rocket Boy (BARB) – Benzies’ Edinburgh-based studio – was branded “broken,” “buggy,” and “the worst…
UK bookmaker Betfred has warned that all 1,287 of its High Street shops could shut down if Chancellor Rachel Reeves raises taxes on gambling firms. Fred Done, the company’s co-founder and chairman, told the BBC that such a move would threaten 7,500 jobs and could spell the end of Betfred’s physical betting operations in the…
Nigerian music star Tiwa Savage has revealed that she is open to the idea of becoming a second wife, citing her current relationship realities. Speaking on the American podcast Air Service, the award-winning singer said most of the men who approach her at this stage in her life are either married or in their 50s….
Sneaker fans have reason to celebrate as Jordan Brand prepares to re-release the legendary Air Jordan 1 Hi ’85 “Bred” during the 2025 holiday season. The confirmation follows earlier reports that the iconic black-and-red sneakers would return before year’s end – marking a second release after their limited February 2025 drop, which saw only 10,000…
Lamborghini’s chief executive Stephan Winkelmann has confirmed that the iconic Italian automaker will continue to produce cars with internal combustion engines for at least another decade, as demand for fully electric vehicles cools among luxury buyers. Speaking to the BBC at Lamborghini’s London showroom, Winkelmann said the brand’s customers still crave “the sound and the…
Instagram is set to roll out new parental controls that will allow parents to stop teenagers from chatting with the app’s AI characters, its parent company Meta announced on Friday. The feature, expected to launch early next year, will let parents completely disable teens’ access to AI chat features or selectively block certain AI characters….
American rapper Yung Miami has accused South African singer Tyla of stealing her unreleased song after the Grammy-winning star teased a new single titled “Chanel” on social media. Taking to X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, Yung Miami alleged that Tyla copied her song idea after she had privately shared it with her. The rapper expressed…
Two timeless symbols of New York City’s hip-hop culture – AVIREX leather jackets and adidas Superstars – are joining forces for the first time in history. The collaboration celebrates decades of street style and music influence, merging two icons that have long defined urban fashion. The AVIREX x adidas Originals collection, fronted by rapper Joey…
Pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson (J&J) is facing a massive legal challenge in the United Kingdom, where more than 3,000 people have filed a lawsuit accusing the company of knowingly selling asbestos-contaminated baby powder linked to cancer. The case, filed by law firm KP Law against J&J and its subsidiary Kenvue Ltd, alleges that the…
The UK government has fined nearly 500 companies, including Centrica – the parent company of British Gas – Euro Garages (EG Group), and Holland & Barrett, for failing to pay workers the national minimum wage. The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) said the named employers were ordered to repay over £6 million to about…
A Federal High Court in Lagos has fixed November 26, 2025, for the commencement of trial in the assault case filed against Nigerian rapper Tochukwu Ojogwu, popularly known as Odumodublvck. The case was instituted by fellow artist Levi Ogbogiri, also known as Kraziecent, who accused the rapper of physically assaulting him during a public event…
Rwanda is set to become Africa’s leading destination for artificial intelligence (AI) development following a $17.5 million (Rwf25 billion) investment from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to establish the Rwanda AI Scaling Hub. The initiative, scheduled to launch next year, aims to accelerate the creation and deployment of AI-driven solutions across healthcare, education, and…
Nike is adding sparkle to performance footwear with its latest collaboration with Swarovski – a women’s running collection that fuses sport and luxury through crystal detailing. Following the reveal of the Swarovski Pegasus Premium earlier this year, the partnership continues with the release of a crystal-adorned Nike Vomero Plus. The new design features a sleek,…
The Canadian government has warned multinational car manufacturer Stellantis that it may face legal action if it proceeds with plans to move production of the Jeep Compass from Ontario to Illinois. Earlier this week, Stellantis announced a $13 billion (£9.68 billion) investment in the United States, which includes shifting manufacturing of the popular SUV model…
