- Kenyans in the diaspora are joining hands with those back at home in rejecting the controversial finance bill 2024. In their bid to show their patriotism and support for Kenyans back at home, Kenyans in different cities in the US and UK have organized protests slated for today. Former Miss Universe…
- Post Malone has announced his new album ‘F-1 Trillion’ will drop on August 16. The 28-year-old rapper – whose real name is Austin Richard Post – has revealed the title of his sixth studio LP. Taking to Instagram, Malone uploaded a photo of a billboard in Nashville, Tennessee, which read: “The name…
- Beyoncé has declared “music industry gatekeepers” aren’t happy with her experimenting with different genres. The 42-year-old has gone from RnB sensation to having astonishing success with her country album ‘Cowboy Carter’ – with the ‘Texas Hold Em’ singer reaching the top of Billboard’s Hot country…
- Book Bunk and Hay Festival are co-hosting this year’s edition of NBO Litfest, taking place from June 27 – 30 June 2024 at three public libraries in Nairobi: Kaloleni Library, Eastlands Library, and McMillan Memorial Library. This year marks a special iteration of the festival, as Book Bunk partners…
- Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has continued its global expansion with the grand opening of Dusit Princess Hotel Residences Nairobi, a unique hybrid property consisting of spacious deluxe hotel rooms and apartments in Westlands. Soft opened…
- Will Smith is to lead the cast of the sci-fi film ‘Resistor’. The 55-year-old actor is attached to star in the movie that is based on Daniel Suarez’s book ‘Influx’. Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Steve Tisch and Tony Shaw are producing the film for Escape Artists while Eric Warren Singer penning the…
- Lana Del Rey and Quavo have shared a teaser of their new song. The 38-year-old singer has a collaboration with the 33-year-old former Migos star on the way called ‘Tough.’ The pair sing: “Tough like the scarf on a pair of old leather boots / Like the blue-collar, red-dirt attitude / Like a .38 made…
- The ultimate 2000s throwback awaits you in about a fortnight’s time. Noughty by Nature will see you hop on a time machine and relive the golden Y2K era with all the RnB, HipHop, Neosoul, Pop and New Jack Swing bangers that dominated the maiden decade of this millennium, and at which better location…
- The recently concluded Absa InspireMe Conference 2024, the continent’s largest gathering of women entrepreneurs, saw the participation of 10,000 women from various Absa participating countries, including Kenya, Ghana, Zambia, Mauritius, and Uganda, as well as countries under SheTrades Hubs in…
- In yet another tangent twist of events stemming from the ‘Reject Finance Bill 2024’ protests, the death of 29-year-old Rex Kanyike Masai has seen Kenyans go into mourning just hours after yesterday’s CBD demonstrations. The lad was among thousands of peaceful protestors who took over the city…
- Jenna Dewan has given birth to her third child. The 43-year-old actress has revealed via social media that she gave birth to her third child, and her second with fiance Steve Kazee, on June 14. Alongside a series of photos from her hospital room, Jenna – who also has Everly, 11, with ex-husband…
- Donald Sutherland has died at the age of 88. The iconic actor – who starred in films such as ‘The Hunger Games’ and ‘Animal House’ – has passed away after a long illness. Alongside a throwback photograph, his son, actor Kiefer Sutherland, said on X: “With a heavy heart, I tell you that my father…
- Usher’s 2024 Super Bowl halftime show was one of the “hardest 15 minutes” of his life. The ‘Burn’ singer, 45, was the headliner during the clash at the Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, in February, with his energy-packed gig featuring him belting out a medley of his biggest hits including ‘My Boo’, ‘…
- Travis Scott was arrested on Thursday (20.06.24) morning. The ‘Sicko Mode’ rapper – whose real name is Jacques Webster – was booked at the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center at 4.35am on charges of disorderly intoxication and trespassing on a property after a warning in Miami. Police set a…
- The social justice (or lack thereof) temperatures in Kenya are hitherto at boiling point. It has been two days of demonstrations geared towards resisting the controversial finance bill that has Kenyans putting their best protesting foot forward against it. What better than Kenyan musicians lending…
- The past few days have seen an influx of chatter both online and offline, as Kenyans rallied together to unanimously oppose the controversial Finance Bill 2024. Owing to its overt harsh stipulations and inconsiderations, the bill has drawn colossal rejection with Kenyans taking to the streets of…
- Eating junk food increases anxiety. Many people seek solace in fatty food treats during times of stress but this can actually have an adverse effect. A team from the University of Colorado Boulder discovered that rats had their gut bacteria disrupted when fed a high-fat diet – altering the brain…
- Renowned Tanzanian singer and TV personality Vanessa Mdee recently underwent a successful eye surgery in the US. She shared the positive news with her fans on TikTok, expressing her gratitude and relief. In a heartwarming video, Vanessa, wearing a red eye patch, danced joyfully with her husband,…
- A feud between South African influencer Onezwa Mbola and popular TikTok star in the US, Nara Smith has intensified, culminating in Nara threatening legal action against Onezwa for defamation. The conflict began when Onezwa, a MasterChef SA contestant renowned for her from-scratch cooking videos,…
- In Kenya, Gen Z, comprising about 33 per cent of the population, is at the forefront of a growing movement to #RejectFinanceBill2024. Known for their social consciousness and passion for driving positive change, this dynamic cohort is taking a stand against proposed punitive tax measures they…
- Ariana Grande changes her speaking voice for “vocal health” reasons. The pop star has admitted she became used to talking in a higher register while working on movie-musical ‘Wicked’ and she often alternates the tone she uses in a bid to keep her vocal cords healthy. After a fan questioned why…
- Women are more attracted to men accompanied by children. As part of a new study, 360 heterosexual females were shown photos of male models either alone or interacting with a child and rated those with the youngsters 21.5 per cent more desirable. The experts argue that this can be explained by “…
- Ashanti and Nelly have been married for months. The couple rekindled their romance in 2023 after over a decade apart and in April, revealed they were engaged and expecting their first child together, but it has now emerged they actually tied the knot long before they made the announcement.…
- Halle Berry brought a touch of Hollywood glamour to the Olympic torch relay by carrying the flame along the streets of Cannes. The ‘Monster’s Ball’ star lit her torch on the steps of the French city’s Palais des Festivals building on Tuesday (18.06.24) alongside Thierry Fremaux, the director of the…
- Katy Perry will make her long-awaited comeback with the new single ‘Woman’s World’ next month. The pop star has announced the single will arrive on July 11, before the video lands on July 12. Katy shared a preview of the track on her Instagram by lip-syncing to the empowering tune in a cheeky white…
- Denzel Washington has hinted he’ll be stepping away from acting in the next few years. The double Oscar winner made the revelation during an appearance at the American Black Film Festival in Miami Beach, Florida over the weekend (15-16.06.24) during which he opened up about his future plans and…
- The 28-year-old star will perform on Central Park’s Great Lawn on September 28, and Doja is looking forward to the event in New York City. The ‘Paint The Town Red’ hitmaker shared: “It’s been a few years since I was last on the Global Citizen Festival stage in Paris, and I’m excited to join forces…
- Kenyan female music collaborations seldom happen, but when they do, more often than not are pure works of art. Such is the case with Yvonne Darcq’s and Victoria Kimani’s 2015 duet. Kenyan talented singers Yvonne Darcq and Victoria Kimani may not be seen hanging out together anymore – much less…
- On Thursday 13th June, 2024, the UK High Commissioner to Kenya, Neil Wigan, and his wife, Yael Banaji hosted a grand reception at their official residence in Muthaiga to mark His Majesty King Charles III’s birthday. This event not only celebrated the monarch’s birthday but also highlighted the…
- Nicola Coughlan is the new face of Kim Kardashian’s Skims. The ‘Bridgerton’ star has been donning the reality superstar’s lounge sets on set forever, so it’s a full-circle moment to be modelling the Soft Lounge collection. She said in a statement: “I’ve been a fan of Skims since the beginning. It’s…
- Justin Timberlake has been arrested for “driving while intoxicated” in The Hamptons. The 43-year-old pop star was driving through Sag Harbor in the Long Island seaside community after enjoying a meal out with friends but had allegedly been drinking before leaving the restaurant, although there was…
- Ashanti has “always dreamed” about becoming a mom. The 43-year-old singer is expecting her first child with rapper Nelly, and Ashanti admits that she can’t wait to become a mom. The ‘Rain on Me’ hitmaker – who is engaged to Nelly – told ‘Entertainment Tonight’: “I was so shocked and happy and…
- A poker face could prove useless during negotiations. Experts at Nottingham Trent University have found that being pleasant and facially expressive makes a person more likely to close a deal. The findings are based on an analysis of over 1,500 conversations focusing on muscle movements in the face…
- On occasion , a not-so-new song will pop up on your YouTube feed or memories and take you down memory lane and act as a reminder that good music stands the test of time. Noti Flow and Raj dropped this indisputable banger 6 years ago and still it sounds as fresh now is it did […]
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- Drinking coffee at work can extend your life. Scientists have discovered employees who spend at least six hours per day at a desk were a third less likely to die prematurely if they drank two or three cups of the beverage compared to those who did not drink any. The experts from China’s Soochow…
- Meghan Trainor says Rihanna is the artist she most wants to collaborate with. The 30-year-old singer – who has sons Riley, three, and 11-month-old Barry with her husband Daryl Sabara – would love to work with the ‘Umbrella’ hitmaker in the future, and cited their experiences of motherhood could…
- Usher doesn’t eat on Wednesdays. The 45-year-old music star has revealed that his unusual diet has been inspired by his grandmother. Speaking to WSJ. Magazine, Usher shared: “I fast, not for religious purposes, but it’s something my grandmother practised. “I fast on Wednesdays. I typically try to…
- Scooter Braun has retired as a music manager. The 42-year-old entrepreneur – who has worked with the likes of Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande and Demi Lovato during his career – has taken to social media to announce that he’s retiring from music management after 23 years. He wrote on Instagram: “I…
- Wiz Khalifa’s girlfriend is pregnant. The 36-year-old rapper – who already has 11-year-old son Sebastian with ex-wife Amber Rose – took to Instagram on Fathers Day on Sunday (16.06.24) to reveal Aimee Aguilar is expecting a baby girl. Alongside a casual photo of the couple, in which Wiz placed his…
- Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has returned his key to New York City. The ‘I’ll Be Missing You’ hitmaker – who grew up in Harlem – was honoured with the “symbol of civic recognition and gratitude reserved for individuals whose service to the public and the common good rises to the highest level of achievement…
- Adele thinks her music has the power to “get straight men laid”. The 36-year-old singer is known for ballads like ‘Someone Like You’ and ‘Hello’ which focus on the ups and downs of relationships and joked while on stage during her ‘Weekends With Adele’ residency in Las Vegas that if any members of…
- In the journey of life, finding a partner who truly understands and values you is crucial. Marriage is not merely a union of two individuals but a commitment to mutual respect, empathy, and growth. To ensure a fulfilling and harmonious relationship, it’s essential to marry a man who comprehends and…
- On Friday, June 7th, 2024, Kilimani residents in Nairobi County celebrated the grand opening of The Circle Mall with a vibrant and elegant cocktail and dinner event. Nestled along Timau Road off Argwings Khodek, this new retail destination promises to be a premier one-stop shopping hub, offering a…
- An AI translator could enable owners to understand their dogs. A machine that was designed to transcribe human speech has been adapted to decode the sounds made by pooches with promising results. The device was able to identify different breeds from their barking and could also detect the tone of…
- The entertainment industry is in mourning after the tragic loss of popular comedian Fred Omondi, who died in a road accident early Saturday morning, June 15, 2024. Fredrick Odhiambo Omondi, affectionately known as Fred Omondi, was also the younger brother of award-winning comedian Eric Omondi. Eric…
- Celine Dion “can’t wait” to return to the stage. The 56-year-old star revealed in 2022 that she’d been diagnosed with stiff-person syndrome, a progressive neurological disorder that affects her muscles – but Celine is now busily preparing for her new Las Vegas show. She told the BBC: “We have been…
- Renowned Kenyan comedian Fred Omondi, a brother to fellow comedian Eric Omondi, has passed away after an accident last night, June 14. The popular comedian reportedly passed away at the Mama Lucy Hospital where he had been rushed after the accident. Further details into the tragic accident are…
- Grammy-nominated superstar, Spice, the Queen of Dancehall, returns with her first single of the year – her most vulnerable release yet–– ‘2085 Tea.’ Piping hot, and well worth the wait– Spice serves up a cup of hot, spicy, brewing tea—as an open diary to her besties, her fans, all while fearlessly…
- A day after his emotional tribute that had social media abuzz, Jahmby Koikai’s dad has passed on. This comes in the wake of Jahmby’s burial ceremony at Lang’ata Cemetery on Thursday, June 14. Earlier reports had noted his absence at his daughter’s funeral, as he had only sent a friend to read his…
- Project Black Woman is the brainchild of Nile Dawta, a Kenyan Reggae artist whose mantra is “Women are the custodians of any culture, if you wish to change the world, start with the woman.” With a successful track record as a musician and gender advocate, Nile Dawta brings extensive experience in…
