Famous American rapper, Sean “Diddy” Combs has been arrested by federal agents on Monday night in a Manhattan hotel, in New York. Sean Combs’ arrest followed a grand jury indictment, according to a source close to the matter. The singer has faced ongoing scrutiny for nearly a year, stemming from accusations made by ex-girlfriend Cassie…
John Cena, WWE legend, has announced when he will be retiring from in-ring competition. Appearing at WWE Money in the Bank in Toronto, Canada, the 16-time world champion announced that he will retire from the sport in 2025. Cena disclosed that the 2025 Royal Rumble, Elimination Chamber and WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas would be…
Donald Trump announced that, if elected, he would grant automatic Green Cards to Nigerians and other international students graduating from US colleges as part of his immigration proposal, ‘Build America visa’. This policy would mark a significant shift in retaining international talent. Trump will compete with Joe Biden on November 5, 2024.
The Hindujas, Britain’s richest family, were sentenced by a Swiss court for exploiting Indian staff at their Geneva mansion. Prakash and Kamal Hinduja each received four years and six months, while their son Ajay and his wife Namrata got four years. Despite denying allegations, the prosecution pursued due to the gravity of charges.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has promised “full support and solidarity” for Russia’s war in Ukraine, as President Vladimir Putin said during their meeting in Pyongyang that Moscow is fighting against the decades-long “hegemonic and imperialist policy” of the United States and its allies. Putin thanked Kim on Wednesday for his unwavering support for…
Thailand has legalized same-s3x marriage. It became the first Southeast Asian nation to legalize same-sex marriage after the kingdom’s Senate approved a marriage equality bill on Tuesday. Supporters also called it a “monumental step forward for LGBTQ+ rights.” The Senate voted overwhelmingly in favour of passing the bill following a final reading, with 130 senators…
American singer Justin Timberlake was on Monday night arrested by the police in New York. Information released revealed that the singer was arrested in the Hamptons enclave of Sag Harbor, New York for driving while intoxicated. Local outlet, Newsday, reported that a police spokesperson confirmed Timberlake’s arrest, while a Sag Harbour Justice Court official also…
Grammy-winning British singer/songwriter, Ed Sheeran has revealed that since 2015, he has not had a mobile phone. In a recent podcast chat, he shared that he ditched his phone due to the constant pressure to reply to messages and the loss of real-life interactions. Instead, he uses an iPad and prefers email, which allows him…
It has been alleged that Russia is sending thousands of migrants and foreign students, including Nigerians, to fight alongside its troops in the war against Ukraine. Bloomberg said Russia is recruiting Africans in exchange for visa renewals. The news platformer claimed the assessment was done by some European officials who alleged that the Kremlin is…
Nick Cannon, the popular American actor and TV host, has insured his testicles for $10 million. Cannon insured his testicles after having 12 children from six different women. Daily Mail reports that the actor partnered with the men’s care brand Dr. Squatch, who “assessed his balls on factors including size, favourite features and bedroom manoeuvres’ via their…
Howard University has rescinded the honorary degree awarded to troubled American rapper and music executive, Sean Combs, also known as Diddy. The university decided on a unanimous vote by its Board of Trustees. The decision is against the backdrop of multiple s*xual assault charges against Diddy and the emergence of a video showing the rapper…
Medical sources in the Palestinian territory have confirmed that Israeli attack on central Gaza killed no fewer than 62 people including women and children. The Israel Defence Forces, IDF, said they were investigating. Earlier, the IDF said it began targeted operations on al-Bureij in central Gaza and areas in the east of Deir al-Balah on…
Johnny Wactor, the American actor, was shot dead by thieves who were trying to steal a part from his car in the early hours of Saturday in Los Angeles, California. Scarlett Wactor, his mother, confirmed his passing to TMZ. She revealed that the incident occurred around 3am shortly after the actor left a bar with…
CNN today, May 17, 2024, released shocking footage that appears to show American rapper and music executive, Sean “Diddy” Combs punching and kicking his ex-girlfriend and singer, Casandra ‘Cassie’ Ventura in a hotel hallway in 2016. The music mogul can be seen following Ventura down the corridor in a towel on surveillance footage taken at…
Melinda French Gates has announced that she will be stepping down as co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the nonprofit she founded with her ex-husband, Bill Gates, over 20 years ago. Bill and Gates filed for divorce in 2021 after 27 years of marriage but pledged to continue their philanthropic work together. “This…
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, have landed in Nigeria for a three-day tour to promote the Invictus Games. The royal couple’s visit, which began on Friday, May 10, marks a pivotal moment in their advocacy for wounded and sick service members and veterans. The Invictus Games, founded by Prince…
Pro-Palestinian demonstrations broke out near the Metropolitan Museum of Art on Monday night, May 6 as celebrities gathered for the annual Met Gala event. The New York Police Department confirmed multiple people were arrested in the protests, though it did not specify a number. Footage on social media showed groups of people marching near the…
More than 10 people have been killed or wounded following an attack at a hospital in southwest China. The attack took place at Zhenxiong County People’s Hospital in the southwestern Yunnan province and authorities are investigating, local media said. “The incident occurred at a local hospital and as of 1:20 pm (0520 GMT), more than…
South African singer, Tyla, was one of the celebrities who graced the red carpet at last night’s Met Gala. The singer, who won a Grammy for her song Water, wore a delicate Balmain dress that had a bustier top half that appeared to look like sand. She also carried a sand hourglass along with her…
A church service in Pennsylvania was paused on Sunday, May 5, when a man pulled a gun on the pastor and allegedly attempted to shoot him during his sermon but his firearm failed to discharge. The incident happened at Jesus’ Dwelling Place Church in North Braddock, Pennsylvania, shortly after 1:00 p.m. ET, according to the…
