Global music revenues were up 10.2 percent in 2023
Global music revenues were up 10.2 percent last year to $28.6 billion, according to figures released today, but record firms are concerned over how to maintain growth in the streaming era. According to the annual report by International Federation of the Phonographic Industry which represents global record companies, the biggest artist in the world was […]
Ese Brume clinches gold, as Nigeria continues dominance in African Games track/field
Nigeria’s long jump sensation, Ese Brume, on Thursday in Accra, won gold medal in the women’s long jump at the ongoing African Games in Ghana. Brume leapt 6.92 meters in her first attempt to secure her second consecutive African Games gold medal, having won gold at the last edition in Rabat, Morocco, in 2019. Nigeria’s […]
Leicester City charged by Premier League over alleged breach of PSR rules
Leicester City have been charged by the Premier League with allegedly breaking spending rules during their last three seasons in the top flight. Leicester have been referred to an independent commission for breaching profit and sustainability rules (PSR) and failing to submit audited finances. If found guilty the Championship high-flyers could face a points deduction. […]
Australia tightens student visa rules as migration hits record high
Australia will begin enforcing tougher visa rules for foreign students this week as official data showed migration hit another record high, which is likely to further exacerbate an already tight rental market. From Saturday, English language requirements for student and graduate visas will be increased, while the government will get the power to suspend education […]
The Crown leads Bafta TV nominations
The final season of Netflix’s The Crown leads this year’s Bafta TV Award nominations, despite controversy over its depiction of the Royal Family. The sixth season of the royal drama, which covers the events of the 1990s including Princess Diana’s death, has been nominated for eight awards. It received mixed reviews from critics, with one […]
Cultural Style Week Announces Flagship Expo Event in London, Celebrating Global Heritage
In collaboration with Cultural Fashion & Arts, Cultural Style Week is delighted to unveil its flagship Expo event in London. Scheduled for Saturday, May 18th, at the Mall, Wood Green, nestled in the heart of North London, this occasion promises to be an exhilarating tribute to cultural diversity and expression through fashion and personal style. […]
Amstel Malta celebrates 10th year in a row as Sponsors of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards
Premium malt brand, Amstel Malta has reaffirmed its support for the African film and creative industry, just as it announced the headline sponsorship of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) for the 10th year in a row. This commitment by Amstel Malta to the African film and creative landscape was highlighted at the AMVCA […]
The autopsy results of Mohbad will be ready in the next four weeks
Director of the Lagos State DNA and Forensic Centre, Dr Richard Somiari, has said the results of an autopsy conducted on deceased singer Ilerioluwa Aloba (a.k.a Mohbad) would be ready in the next three or four weeks. Somiari gave the assurance on Wednesday while testifying during a coroner’s inquest into the death of the singer. […]
Robinho faces 9 years Rape Sentence in his home country of Brazil
Brazilian football player and Former Manchester City forward Robinho must serve a nine-year rape sentence in his home country of Brazil, a court has ruled. The 40-year-old Robinho was found guilty by an Italian court in 2017 of taking part in the 2013 gang rape of a 22-year-old Albanian woman. The former Brazil international, who […]
Ex-Brazil player Dani Alves to be freed on €1m bail after rape conviction
A Spanish court has ruled that ex-Barcelona and Brazil footballer Dani Alves can be conditionally released from jail after serving about a quarter of his sentence for rape. The ruling came a day after Alves’ lawyer requested his release because he had already served a quarter of his sentence in pre-trial detention following his arrest. […]
