- An ‘asparagus psychic’ has predicted that Michelle Obama will win the US presidential election. Jemima Packington has revealed that her vegetables foresee the former First Lady – who is not currently involved in the race – emerging to beat Kamala Harris and Donald Trump to the White House in…
- Eminem is the latest artist to receive the BRIT Billion Award. The 51-year-old rap icon has reached a whopping seven billion streams in the UK, as recorded by the Official Charts Company. The ‘Lose Yourself’ hitmaker is the current holder of the record for the most consecutive Number 1s on the…
- Showmax has released the first trailers for Dark Side of Glory, a gripping true crime documentary series that delves into shocking murder cases in the sports world. The second episode of the series, Death in the Heartlands, will premiere on Showmax on Wednesday, 7 August 2024. This 86-minute…
- Mozambican music bigwig Duas Caras has shared his highly anticipated new single and visuals dubbed ‘Fala Como Homem’. The new track is a infectiously catchy number that sees Caras deviate from his HipHop roots and take on a more Afrobeats-inclining sound, in his new quest to experiment with the…
- Following the release of his resplendent, street pop inspired record ‘Palava’, singer-songwriter Johnny Drille keeps the momentum going with a new song titled ‘Count My Blessings’. On ‘Count My Blessings’ Johnny Drille further showcases his range as an artist, taking listeners to church with this…
- People with ‘main character syndrome’ enjoy happier lives. Scientists have found that those who regard themselves as the main protagonist rather than a sidekick have higher levels of overall well-being. A study conducted on 385 undergraduate university students found that even telling a story in…
- Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman were determined to exceed the “sky-high” fan expectations for ‘Deadpool and Wolverine’. The two actors reprised their respective roles of ‘The Merc with a Mouth’ and the mutant anti-hero in the eagerly-awaited comic book blockbuster, and have now revealed they poured…
- Chris Brown and his entourage are being sued for $50 million for the alleged “brutal” and “violent” assault” of four concertgoers. The RnB singer, 35, and several of his team were allegedly involved in the incident on Friday (19.07.24) following the performer’s show at the Dickies Arena in Fort…
- Céline Dion will reportedly get $2 million to perform a comeback show during the Paris Olympic Games opening ceremony. The 56-year-old ‘My Heart Will Go On’ singer was forced to stop performing following her 2022 diagnosis of the rare condition Stiff Person Syndrome, but is now set to make a return…
- Halle Berry stripped and covered her chest with two of her cats to celebrate the 20th anniversary of her ‘Catwoman’ film. The 57-year-old actress recently said the one upside of starring in the 2004 superhero movie – which was a critical and commercial failure – was that she moved from being a…
- Renowned Nigerian artists Falz and Adekunle Gold have joined forces to release their highly anticipated single, “Who Go Pay.” This collaboration has captivated fans with its sharp beat, vibrant energy and most especially the infectious lyrics ‘Pekele Pekele’. “Who Go Pay” is a part of Falz newly…
- Beyoncé has reportedly granted Vice President Kamala Harris permission to use her song “Freedom” during her presidential campaign. According to CNN, Harris’s team secured approval from the singer just hours before she made her entrance at campaign headquarters on Monday. While Beyoncé has not…
- The sensational telenovela, Zari, is ready to take viewers on an even more thrilling ride as Season 2 premieres on Monday, July 29, 2024 on Maisha Magic Plus. The hit drama will keep delving further into the complicated and turbulent lives of Nina (played by Sarah Hassan) and Lola (played by Brenda…
- An extreme eater died during a live stream after binging for hours. Pan Xiaoting passed away on 14 July while taking part in an online challenge on Mukbang – where hosts consume vast amounts of food while interacting with their audience. According to TimesNow, an autopsy found the former waitress’…
- Dogs get depressed when they can smell that their owners are stressed. Stress in humans triggers a unique scent that can be smelt by canines and new evidence shows that worried humans make man’s best friend gloomy. During a trial, 18 dogs were provided with food bowls that either contained a treat…
- American rapper Snoop Dogg will have the honor of carrying the Olympic flame as it completes its final journey before the Paris Games’ opening ceremony this Friday. The torch will pass through the vibrant streets of Saint-Denis, a diverse northern suburb of Paris that houses the Olympic Stadium and…
- The anticipation is palpable as Paris prepares to host the Summer Olympics, promising a captivating blend of tradition, innovation, and cultural richness. The upcoming international multi-sport event is scheduled for 26 July to 11 August 2024 in France. Here’s an in-depth look at what makes the…
- Joe Biden has been hailed for restoring “dignity” and “integrity” to the US while “upholding democracy” in the nation. Famous faces rushed to heap praise on the 81-year-old democrat moments after he announced with a letter posted on X he was stepping down from the 2024 White House race against his…
- President Joe Biden has finally dropped out of the White House race. After weeks of resisting furious calls by democrats – and his former A-list supporters including George Clooney – for him to ditch his US presidential campaign, the 81-year-old dramatically announced on Sunday (21.07.24) he was…
- Sean Kingston and his mother have been indicted for fraud. The ‘Beautiful Girls’ hitmaker and 61-year-old Janice Turner appeared in federal court on Friday (19.07.24) after a grand jury in Miami returned an indictment which accused the pair of falsely claiming they had sent bank transfers for…
- Arsenal and Adidas have unveiled the club’s 2024/25 away kit, designed in collaboration with LABRUM London, the fashion brand by Sierra Leone-born Foday Dumbuya. This new kit, primarily for away games, celebrates Arsenal’s connection to the Black diaspora and supporters. The jersey features a black…
- Big Sean’s sixth solo album ‘Better Me Than You’ will be released on August 9. Just one day after the 14-track album was leaked online, Big Sean announced the release and dropped new single ‘Yes’. While there was speculation that Kanye West – who Big Sean has been feuding with recently – was…
- On Wednesday, 17 July 2024, H. E. Caitríona Ingoldsby, Ambassador of Ireland to Kenya, hosted a reception to mark the visit of the Tánaiste, Minister for Foreign Affairs, and Minister for Defence, Mr. Micheál Martin TD. This significant occasion celebrated the strengthening ties between Ireland and…
- Rihanna is so “proud” of Fenty’s partnership with the Olympics. The 36-year-old singer and beauty mogul has inked a deal with the Olympic and Paralympic Games, which will make Fenty a “premium partner”. She wrote on Instagram: “tried to tell yall….we outside all 2024!!! PROUD to announce that @…
- Sam Smith turned down a collaboration with Major Lazer on the song ‘Cold Water’. The 32-year-old singer/songwriter was approached by the trio – record producer Diplo, and DJs Walshy Fire and Ape Drums – about working on the 2016 track but Sam rejected the offer and it went to Justin Bieber instead…
- Wendy Williams’ family have been “largely denied contact” with her. The talk show host has been placed under the guardianship of Sabrina Morrissey as she battles health conditions including primary progressive aphasia and frontotemporal dementia and her family claim that they have little contact…
- ‘24′ is reportedly getting a film adaptation. The classic action drama – which ran over nine seasons between 2001 and 2014 – starred Kiefer Sutherland as counter-terrorist federal agent Jack Bauer, which each season covering 24 hours in real time. According to Variety, 20th Century Studios are…
- This past weekend, the green fields of the Nairobi Polo Club buzzed with excitement as the highly anticipated Horseman Cup Tournament took center stage. From the thundering hooves and intense matches to the attendees, it was most definitely the place to be at this weekend. The event, a melting pot…
- ‘Son Of Chike’ marks the triumphant return of award-winning Nigerian pop and soul sensation Chike two years after his critically acclaimed sophomore album ‘The Brother’s Keeper.’ Inspired by his family heritage, and his artistic evolution since his last album, the glorious 12-track opus sees Chike…
- Donald Glover is retiring his Childish Gambino alter-ego because it is no longer “fulfilling”. The 40-year-old actor is to drop ‘Bando Stone and The New World’, the sixth album under his Childish Gambino moniker, on Friday (19.07.24), but the rapper doesn’t feel the need to “build in this way”…
- The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will pay tribute to Tyler Perry at the 2024 Paley Honors. The 54-year-old actor-and-filmmaker will receive the Paley Center for Media’s highest honour at the organisation’s gala on 4 December and Prince Harry and his wife Meghan are among those who will be part of the…
- After touring Eldoret, Mombasa and Kisumu, Red Bull Dance Your Style finally held the Nairobi leg of the competition last weekend (13 July 2024) at the Junction Mall. The event, attended by the dance community and enthusiasts alike, drew significant attention and brought back a spark on Nairobi’s…
- After touring Eldoret, Mombasa and Kisumu, Red Bull Dance Your Style finally held the Nairobi leg of the competition last weekend (13 July 2024) at the Junction Mall. The event, attended by the dance community and enthusiasts alike, drew significant attention and brought back a spark on Nairobi’s…
- King Kaka is set to make waves in Los Angeles with an exclusive listening party for his upcoming album , Mr. Invincible Part 1 . The event will take place on July 20th at 510 S. Spring St. 208, from 9 PM until late night, promising an unforgettable evening of music, vibes, and celebration. King…
- Mumbai-based travel influencer Aanvi Kamdar, 27, tragically died after falling into a gorge while filming an Instagram reel at the Kumbhe waterfall. Kamdar, a chartered accountant known for her travel blog under the handle @theglocaljournal, had been visiting the popular site with seven friends on…
- ‘Shogun’ is leading the 2024 Emmy Award nominations, with 25 nods in total. The historical drama – which tells the story of how an Englishman helped an ambitious Japanese leader launch a dynasty that lasted for another 260 years – is up for, amongst many others, Best Drama Series at the upcoming…
- We are halfway through 2024 and we’ve already been treated to an abundant selection of TV shows. Scroll on for our latest suggestions of the best TV series on Netflix, Prime, Hulu so you can stop searching and start watching. The WhirlwindWith everything going on in our country right now, the time…
- Missy Elliott’s debut solo single ‘The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)’ has been set into outer space. NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in California used their Deep Space Network to transmit the song 158million miles from Earth to Venus at the speed of light, taking just 14 minutes to land. The ‘Get Ur Freak…
- Adele has no plans to release new music anytime soon as she prepares to take a “big break”. Following the conclusion of her Las Vegas residency in November, the 36-year-old superstar is planning to take things easy and spend quality time with her sports agent partner Rich Paul, 42, and her 11-year-…
- Scientists are working on a spacesuit that will transform urine into drinkable water. Boffins at Cornell University have created a prototype outfit akin to ‘Dune’s Stillsuit that features a device that recycles 87 per cent of waste into sanitised drinking water in five minutes. In a recent study…
- Weight-loss jabs Ozempic and Wegovy are linked to an eye condition that causes blindness. A new study found those with diabetes who were prescribed semaglutide were over four times more likely to be diagnosed with an eye condition known as non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION).…
- Lewis Hamilton has signed a deal to work with Dior. The Formula 1 champion will be an ambassador for the luxury fashion house and do a limited collection with them in collaboration with its creative director Kim Jones, which will be inspired by the continent of Africa and the push for fashion to be…
- Selena Gomez gets beauty inspiration from TikTok. The ‘Only Murders in the Building’ likes to see what people have been “playing around with” online and then enjoys trying the looks out for herself. Asked where she finds beauty inspiration, she told Cosmopolitan UK: “I love watching creators on…
- Hollywood actress Nicole Murphy is gearing up to jet in Kenya, she announced. Murphy, also a fitness model, took to her Instagram to share the news of her maiden visit. The 56-year-old attributes the influence to tour Kenya to US-based Kenyan artist Lovince McKenzie whom she is friends with saying…
- Narcissism decreases with age. Analysis by researchers at the University of Bern have found that young people are more likely to be self-absorbed, although the trait mellows with age as an individual’s roles and responsibilities change. However, the team found that the differences are stable over…
- Johnny Depp is reportedly dating a Russian beautician and model. The ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ actor, 61, who is living in London and pursuing his passion for painting as he continues to recover from the high-profile legal troubles he had with ex-wife Amber Heard, has apparently been spending his…
- Halle Berry has reportedly left Kim Kardashian’s upcoming legal drama. Just a week ago, the 57-year-old star was reported to be part of the cast for ‘All’s Fair’ – which has been created by ‘American Horror Story’ boss Ryan Murphy – alongside Glenn Close and reality star turned actress Kim. Now,…
- Kenyan songstress is set to drop her next body of work later this week – Friday, July 19. This will be the singer-songwriter’s 5th studio album. The ‘My Money’ and ‘Wonka’ hitmaker has been consistently teasing the new LP over the last couple of months, dropping a few singles off of it and most…
- Wiz Khalifa was arrested and charged with illegal drug possession over the weekend. The 36-year-old rapper – whose real name is Cameron Thomaz – was allegedly found with cannabis in his possession in the early hours of Sunday (14.07.24) morning after smoking the drug on stage at the Beach, Please!…
- Skepta will be the subject of a new documentary. H.wood Group – the hospitality company co-founded by John Terzian and Brian Toll – has branched out into multimedia production and a “stirring documentary” about the British grime rapper is one of their big new projects. The film will be co-directed…
