Who is Sheynnis Palacios? Four things to know about 2023 Miss Universe
Sheynnis Palacios’ win at the 2023 Miss Universe is groundbreaking for Nicaragua, marking the first time a representative from the country has won the title.
International
International
Drake drops ‘Scary Hours 3’: A storm of new tracks post-‘For All the Dogs’
Drake emptied the clip with stinging words for his detractors on ‘Scary Hours 3’.
International
Oladips Oladimeji dies: Cause of death, obituary, reactions
News of Oladips’ untimely death sent shockwaves reverberating across the African music scene, with fans and peers posting heartfelt tributes in honour of the rising star.
International
Brother Bilaal’s bombshell: Claims of a Will Smith-Duane Martin ‘entanglement’ rocks the internet
The Hollywood rumour mill is buzzing with Brother Bilaal’s claims about Will Smith and Duane Martin.
International
Odion Ighalo estranged wife Adesuwa Sonia fires back on social media
Adesuwa Sonia unleashed a social media storm against Odion Ighalo, hinting at a troubled marriage and past controversies.
Viral
Gareth Cliff doubles down on since-deleted Naledi Pandor remarks
In a series of since-deleted Instagram posts, Gareth Cliff likened Pandor to a turd.
Fashion
Actress Rosy Zhao dazzles as Versace’s latest global brand ambassador
Versace has named Rosy Zhao as its new global brand ambassador, a move reflecting the brand’s recognition of her influential style and vast following.
International
Lori Harvey and Damson Idris confirm split after yearlong romance
Lori Harvey and Damson Idris have announced their separation, remaining friends with respect for their shared time.
Local
Nasty C’s Nigerian odyssey: A decade of musical influences and new collaborations
During his media tour in Nigeria, Nasty C reminisced about the impact of Wande Coal’s music on his career.
News
Major truck crash at M7/N2 North interchange causes traffic chaos
Traffic ground to a halt at the M7/N2 North interchange after a catastrophic truck crash this Sunday.
Viral
Nompilo Dlamini dies: Cause of death, obituary, reactions
Nompilo’s courage, warm smile, and unwavering hope left an indelible mark on the hearts of many.
Local
Watch: Tyla makes US TV debut on Jimmy Fallon’s ‘Tonight Show’ [video]
South African musician Tyla showcased her talent on Jimmy Fallon’s ‘Tonight Show’ performing her hit ‘Water’. This marks another milestone for the artist, who continues to gain international acclaim.
International
Lupita Nyong’o confirms split from Hugh Masekela’s son
Lupita Nyong’o confirmed her breakup with Selema Masekela a day after she was spotted getting cosy with ‘Dawson’s Creek’ star, Joshua Jackson.
Local
Uncle Waffles celebrates two Grammy Awards nominations
Uncle Waffles celebrated her two nominations for the prestigious Grammy Awards, marking a significant milestone in her blossoming musical career.
International
Naomi Osaka cryptic X post leaves fans speculating about Cordae breakup
Naomi Osaka’s cryptic post on social media left fans speculating about her relationship status with Cordae.
Viral
State of Israel pressures Gigi Hadid into denouncing Palestine with ‘butchered babies’ photo
The State of Israel’s Instagram account accused Hadid of ignoring the plight of Jewish infants allegedly killed in their homes, a claim aimed at spotlighting purported acts of violence by Hamas military groups.
Viral
Is ‘Dr Matthew Lani’ a scammer? – Here’s everything we know
Is it Dr Bongani Matthew Lani or Sanele Zingelwa? Here’s what we uncovered about the self-proclaimed medical professional going viral for the wrong reasons.
International
Watch: David Beckham shades Victoria over ‘working class’ upbringing claim in new Netflix doccie [video]
In the episode, Victoria Beckham expressed her initial attraction to David, attributing it to their supposedly similar working-class backgrounds.
International
Drake pre-empts ‘For All The Dogs’ album with timestamp raps on ‘8 AM in Charlotte’
Drake returned to timestamp raps with the surprise release of ‘8 AM in Charlotte’.
Local
AKA honoured with ‘Global Visionary Award’ at the 2023 BET Hip-Hop Awards
The accolade was graciously accepted by his parents, Lynn and Tony Forbes, during the awards ceremony held in Atlanta on Tuesday, 3 October 2023.
International
Beyonce set to release ‘Renaissance’ concert film: Here’s everything we know
This much-anticipated film is officially titled Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé.
Technology
Meta introduces Ray-Ban smart glasses with Google search functionality
Taking user feedback into account, Meta embarked on a ground-up redesign of the next-generation smart glasses.
International
Cleo Sol delivers ‘Gold’ a week after critically acclaimed ‘Heaven’ album
This swift follow-up comes just a week after Cleo Sol returned to the music scene with Heaven, a critically acclaimed nine-song album characterised by minimalist jazz compositions that provide ample space for her soulful voice to shine.
News
Capitec focused on digital wallet competition amid concerns over system outages
Despite this focus on expanding competition in the digital payments arena, Capitec has recently faced its own challenges, with customer frustrations related to system outages and technical issues.
Local
Tyla is the most streamed South African artist on Spotify
Tyla dethroned the likes of DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small to become the most streamed South African artist on Spotify.
International
Tory Lanez hints at ‘Alone At Prom’ deluxe amid speculation over safety in LA prison
Tory Lanez resurfaced from the notorious LA prison to provide his fans with updates on rumours of his safety and a soon-coming deluxe album.
Local
Zoleka Mandela dies: Cause of death, obituary, reactions
Zoleka Mandela’s legacy as a writer, advocate, and symbol of resilience continues to inspire.
International
Kenneth Petty, Nicki Minaj’s Husband, Placed on House Arrest Over Threats to Offset
A federal judge in Los Angeles ordered Kenneth Petty, a convicted sex offender, to serve a period of up to 120 days under house arrest as a result of his alarming behaviour.
Crime
Xolani Khumalo Arrested: ‘Sizokthola’ Host Hands Himself Over in Alleged Drug Dealer Murder Case
‘Sizokthola’ host Xolani Khumalo was arrested after he handed himself over to police for his involvement in the alleged murder of a drug dealer.
International
Marques Houston and Miya Announce They’re Expecting Their Second Child
In the video, Miya is seen standing on a picturesque beach, adorned in an elegant white lace two-piece outfit, gently cradling her growing baby bump.