President Tinubu Signs New Tax Bills Into Law
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday signed the four new tax bills passed by the National Assembly into law, describing it as the most comprehensive, pro-poor tax reform in Nigeria’s history.The bills signed into law are: the Nigeria Tax Bill (Ease of Doing Business), the Nigeria Tax Administration Bill, The Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Bill, and […]
Closing Arguments Begin in Diddy Trial
After weeks of testimony, closing arguments begin Thursday in the high-profile trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs, who faces life in prison if convicted. Prosecutors allege Combs led a decades-long criminal enterprise involving sex trafficking, bribery, arson, and witness tampering. Key accusations include coercing women, including singer Cassie Ventura and another identified as “Jane,” into drug-fueled […]
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 […]
Trump: Iran Won’t Resume Uranium Enrichment After US Strikes
President Donald Trump asserted that Iran is unlikely to resume uranium enrichment following recent US airstrikes on its nuclear facilities. He rejected Iranian claims that key nuclear materials were relocated before the attacks, saying it was too risky and unlikely given the rapid US response. Calling the strikes a “tremendous victory,” Trump suggested the move […]
Noah Cyrus Announces New Album and Fall Tour
Noah Cyrus has officially announced her second studio album, I Want My Loved Ones to Go with Me, set for release under RECORDS/Columbia Records. In a statement released Monday, June 16, the 25-year-old singer reflected on her personal growth and creative journey. “I used to struggle with trusting myself,” she shared. “But I’ve come into […]
Elon Musk Shares Drug Test Results to Refute NYT’s Drug Allegations
Elon Musk has shared recent drug test results to refute a New York Times report accusing him of using illicit drugs while advising former President Trump. The report claimed Elon Musk regularly used substances like ketamine, ecstasy, cocaine, and psychedelic mushrooms during his political role and that his drug use increased alongside his influence and […]
Ric Hassani Drops Lagos Lover Boy, Defends Odumodublvck
Nigerian singer Ric Hassani stopped by the midday show to dive into the details of his latest album, Lagos Lover Boy, offering fans a glimpse into the inspiration behind the project and the dynamic collaborations that make it stand out. Hassani described Lagos Lover Boy as a reflection of his evolving sound—blending soulful Afropop with […]
Stormzy Launches #Merkyfilm, Stars in Debut Short Big Man
Stormzy has announced he’s launching his own film production company – and will star in its first release. #Merkyfilm, like the rapper’s other projects #Merkybooks and #MerkyFC, will focus on celebrating black British stories and talent, he says. Its first project is short film Big Man, directed by Oscar-winning film-maker Aneil Karia, known for projects […]
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 […]
