Oscar-Winning Songwriter Glen Hansard Dies in Motorcycle Crash
Oscar-winning Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard has died at the age of 56 following a motorcycle crash in Dublin, Ireland. The accident occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, and emergency responders pronounced him dead at the scene. Authorities are investigating…
I left public eye to build my brands — Tayo Sobola
Actress, Tayo Sobola, popularly known as Sotayo Gaga, has said she deliberately stays away from the public eye because she values her peace and prefers to maintain her personal space. Sobola made this known in an interview with Saturday Beats,…
Kaylee Hottle, Godzilla vs Kong actress, dies aged 18
Reports circulating on social media have claimed that Hollywood actress Kaylee Hottle has passed away at the age of 18. prompting an outpouring of grief and condolences from fans around the world. The reports, accompanied by tribute images, have spread…
Outspoken Moroccan rapper Mehdi El Youbi arrested in Casablanca
Politically outspoken Moroccan artist, rapper, and filmmaker Mehdi El Youbi has been arrested in Casablanca, days after being barred from returning to France, where he has been based since 2017. El Youbi, better known by his stage name Mehdi Black…
Burna Boy becomes first African artiste to top Billboard Global 200 chart
Nigerian Afrobeats star, Damini Ogulu, known professionally as Burna Boy, has made history as the first African artiste to top the Billboard Global 200 Songs chart. The Grammy-winning singer achieved the feat after his collaborative World Cup song with Shakira,…
UK actor Micheal Ward found not guilty of rape
British actor Micheal Ward has been cleared of raping a woman who claimed he had attacked her in the back of a car. Ward, 28, denied two charges of rape and three of sexual assault, and a jury at Snaresbrook…
Shakira Launches FIFA Fundraiser for Venezuelan Children
Global music star Shakira has partnered with the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund to raise money in support of vulnerable children from Venezuela, helping improve access to education and essential learning resources. The initiative aims to provide educational opportunities for…
Nollywood Mourns as Veteran Yoruba Actor Elegbeje Ado Dies at 66
“Your remarkable contributions to Yoruba movie industry and the lives you touched will never be forgotten. May God grant you eternal rest and comfort your family, friends, and fans. Rest in peace, legend.” The announcement has since sparked an outpouring…
TikTok influencer charged with Dubai murder
A 23-year-old TikTok influencer charged with the murder of her boyfriend in Dubai is facing death by firing squad, a human rights group has said. Brooke George, from Gravesend, Kent, has been charged over the stabbing of a man who…
Iranian star Parastoo Ahmadi reportedly sentenced to 74 lashes for singing without hijab
The Iranian singer Parastoo Ahmadi and eight members of a production team, including musicians, have been reportedly sentenced to 74 lashes for performing in a concert livestreamed on Ahmadi’s YouTube channel in 2024. According to court documents, the criminal court…