An 18-year-old British man, Marcus Fakana, has been sentenced to a year in a Dubai prison following a consensual sexual relationship with a 17-year-old British girl while both were on vacation with their families. The case has brought renewed scrutiny to the strict laws governing personal relationships in the UAE and the potential pitfalls for...
The tragic case of Sara Sharif, a 10-year-old girl subjected to unimaginable abuse and ultimately murdered by her father, stepmother, and uncle, has left the nation in shock and sorrow. After enduring over two years of relentless cruelty, Sara’s body was discovered in her home in Woking, Surrey, last year, bearing dozens of injuries, including...
Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has formally contested his extradition to New York during a tense court appearance in Pennsylvania. Mangione, an Ivy League graduate, was arrested on Monday at a McDonald’s in Altoona, Pennsylvania, after a customer recognized him and notified staff. As Mangione entered the courtroom, he was...
A call to ban first-cousin marriages in the UK has sparked debate in Parliament, with Conservative MP Richard Holden introducing the proposal to protect public health. Citing evidence that children born to first cousins are at higher risk of birth defects, Holden argued for legislative action during a speech under the 10-minute rule process. “This is...
TikTok, the immensely popular short-form video app with over 170 million users in the U.S., is facing a potential nationwide ban. The platform, owned by Chinese company ByteDance, is under intense scrutiny amid fears that it could pose a national security risk. Recent legal developments have intensified the pressure on TikTok, leaving its future in...
In a shocking development, hip-hop icon Jay-Z has been named in a lawsuit accusing him and fellow music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl in 2000. Filed by an unnamed plaintiff, the suit alleges the assault occurred at an after-party following the MTV Video Music Awards in New York.
In a recent interview, Africa’s richest...
Nigerian superstar Banky W has embarked...
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In a shocking turn of events surrounding the legal case of Sean "Diddy" Combs, his legal team has accused the government of leaking sensitive hotel surveillance footage to CNN. The footage, which allegedly shows Combs brutally assaulting his former girlfriend, has been widely published and is now at the center of a heated legal battle....
Fans of Nigerian filmmaker Kunle Afolayan’s historical drama Aníkúlápó have something exciting to look forward to! With season 2 on the horizon, new cast members have been announced, adding fresh faces and incredible talent to an already stellar lineup. Among the stars joining this highly anticipated season are popular comedian and content creator Kiekie, veteran...
Trevor Noah, the beloved comedian and former host of The Daily Show, is expanding his creative horizons once again. This time, Noah has stepped into the world of literature with the release of his new illustrated book, Into The Uncut Grass. Known for his witty insights on politics, culture, and life, Noah’s latest project offers...
Amid growing rumors and public concern surrounding the health of President Paul Biya, the Cameroonian government has firmly denied claims that the 91-year-old leader is seriously ill or has passed away. These rumors gained traction following President Biya's prolonged absence from public life after attending the China-Africa Summit in September 2024. With no official updates...
In a surprising turn of events, Kanye West is reportedly heading for a divorce from his wife, Bianca Censori, after approximately two years of marriage. The couple, who had garnered significant media attention since their relationship began, is now facing considerable challenges that may lead to their separation. Kanye and Bianca's relationship began with much intrigue...
The Menendez brothers, Erik and Lyle, have long been central figures in one of the most infamous murder cases in American history. Their conviction for the brutal slaying of their parents, Jose and Mary “Kitty” Menendez, in 1989 shocked the nation and raised questions about the dynamics of family violence, privilege, and the American judicial...
In a moment that will be etched in the history books of basketball, LeBron James and his son Bronny James made NBA history by becoming the first father-son duo to play together on the same team during the Los Angeles Lakers' pre-season game against the Phoenix Suns. The highly anticipated moment not only showcased the...
