Trump Administration Accuses Harvard of Anti-Semitism
The Trump administration accused Harvard of civil rights violations against Jewish and Israeli students during protests over Israel’s conflict with Hamas. A federal task force claimed Harvard was either indifferent or complicit in anti-Semitic harassment, with many Jewish students feeling unsafe on campus. The administration warned it may cut federal funding if Harvard fails to […]
Kemi Adetiba Drops Trailer for New Netflix Crime Series To Kill A Monkey
Acclaimed Nigerian filmmaker Kemi Adetibai has released the first trailer of her gripping new crime drama series, To Kill A Monkey, premiering on Netflix on July 18. This marks her first major project since her popular King of Boys universe. The 8-part series, created, directed, and written by Kemi, follows the emotional and dangerous journey […]
Man City, Real Madrid, Al-Hilal, Monterrey Reach Club World Cup Round of 16
Manchester City, Real Madrid, Al-Hilal and Monterrey are through to the Round of 16 at the Club World Cup following their outings last night. City defeated Juventus 5–2 to top their group, while Real Madrid cruised past RB Salzburg with a 3–0 victory. Al-Hilal also secured qualification with a 2–0 win over Pachuca, finishing second […]
Ayra Starr Lands Lead Role in Children of Blood and Bone
Afrobeats star Ayra Starr is making her acting debut in Hollywood with a lead role in Children of Blood and Bone, the upcoming film adaptation of Tomi Adeyemi’s bestselling fantasy novel. The Mavin Records singer joins a star-studded cast including Viola Davis, Idris Elba, and Cynthia Erivo in the highly anticipated project rooted in West […]
Mbappe to Miss Real Madrid vs Salzburg Due to Illness
Kylian Mbappe will miss Real Madrid’s final Club World Cup group-stage game against RB Salzburg as he continues his recovery from illness but should be ready for the knockout phase if they progress, according to manager Xabi Alonso. The French forward returned to training earlier on Wednesday, after being struck down by acute gastroenteritis last […]
Influencer’s Near-Death After Botched Second BBL in Mexico
A US influencer, @TheeHtxHottiee, has opened up about a harrowing experience following an “extreme” second Brazilian butt lift (BBL) performed in Mexico that almost cost her life. After a tummy tuck and BBL that ran twice as long as expected, she lost significant blood, requiring six transfusions. Her surgery resulted in an overly large buttocks […]
NYSC Denies Extending Rita’s Service Year Over Tinubu Criticism
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has denied extending the service year of Lagos corps member Rita Uguamaye, popularly known as Raye, over her past criticism of President Bola Tinubu and Lagos State. Rita went viral months ago for condemning economic hardship under the current administration and describing Lagos as “smelling” with “poor living conditions.” […]
Air India Dreamliner Crashes in Ahmedabad, 242 Feared Dead
A London-bound Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner operated by Air India crashed on Thursday in the Indian city of Ahmedabad, with all 242 passengers and crew on board believed to have been killed. So far, rescue teams supported by the military have recovered 204 bodies, with casualties including both those on the plane and residents of the […]
SilentĂł Gets 30 Years for Killing Cousin
SilentĂł Sentenced to 30 Years for Cousin’s Killing Atlanta rapper SilentĂł, best known for the 2015 hit “Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae),” has been sentenced to 30 years in prison after pleading guilty but mentally ill to the 2021 shooting death of his cousin, Frederick Rooks III. DeKalb County prosecutors said Silentó—real name Ricky Lamar Hawk—also […]
Solomon Buchi Slams BET for Awarding GloRilla Best Gospel Artist
Solomon Buchi Criticizes BET for Naming GloRilla Best Gospel Artist Nigerian writer and social commentator Solomon Buchi has publicly criticized the organizers of the BET Awards for presenting the Best Gospel Artist award to American rapper and songwriter GloRilla. The award, which was given during the ceremony held last weekend, sparked backlash from Buchi, who […]