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Michelle Obama turned 62 years old on January 17, and on January 20 thanked well-wishers for their birthday messages from the weekend prior.
Wearing a chic casual ensemble, it turned out to be the same ou…
Selena Gomez is sending her fans into a frenzy with the latest photos from Mirtha Michelle’s birthday party. As usual, the singer was dressed to the nines, looking breathtaking in a strapless black dress.
Selena Gomez stuns in strapless…
Giorgio Armani's menswear show — the first staged without any input from the brand's founder, who died in September — closed Milan Fashion Week on Monday, presenting a winter collection built around silky, iridescent fabrics.
"Cangian…
Maverick singer Seun Kuti has claimed that his father, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, the late Afrobeat pioneer, also pioneered rap music.
Speaking in a recent episode of Nigeria’s ‘Hits Don’t Lie’ podcast, Kuti claimed that Fela was the first …
Prince Harry’s next trip back to the United Kingdom will reportedly be hasty and all about court, and one royal expert suggests the timing all but rules out any family reunion with King Charles or Prince William. Harry is due in London i…
There is no denying that Sylvester Stallone is one of the fittest actors in the world. Stallone proves age is no bar as he shares his take on hitting the gym at 79. Unsurprisingly, the Instagram post has garnered 320K likes, 8,535 comments…
Brooklyn claimed his father "rejected" him and his wife Nicola "for a week" when they attempted to make amends
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David, Victoria and Brooklyn Beckham on Sept. 3, 2019
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Legendary Ghanaian gospel musician Yaw Sarpong has passed away. He is said to have died at the Emena Hospital in Kumasi, where he was receiving medical treatment.
Yaw Sarpong was a pioneer of Ghanaian gospel music and led the Asomafo…
FOR many Ghanaians, the magic of theatre remains a distant luxury. While Accra’s creative scene often buzzes with activity, playwright Kobina Ansah Scribe Productions believes it is time for the rest of the country to share in that thril…
One of the world's most popular content creators has been attracting huge crowds, mostly his young fans, as he undertakes a 20-nation tour of Africa, a continent he says is "full of surprises".
Pre-teen boys in Rwanda and Ethiopia cri…
President of the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA), Bessa Simons, has expressed concern over claims by some musicians that they are unaware of the union, describing such assertions as shocking.
According to him, MUSIGA has consisten…
Ghanaian music star Black Sherif has emerged victorious in a legal battle with his former management, Charvis Wayne’s Consult, after the High Court (Commercial Division) dismissed most of the claims brought against him.
The judgment…
It appeared to be a New Year package for residents of Achimota, a community musician Bosheba had lived for over two decades, when he hosted his concert dubbed, “Bosheba & Friends” recently.
The event held at Reemas Lounge, Kingsby R…
Gospel musician Grace Ashly has composed a new song dedicated to the Ghana Police Service, celebrating the dedication, professionalism, and sacrifices of police personnel.
The song, titled “Ghana Police,” was officially handed over …
New Year, New Energy on DStv
Kick off 2026 with big stories, bold entertainment and the DStv upgrade that gives you even more to watch.
2026 isn’t easing in quietly – it’s arriving with energy, excitement and a line-up of great enter…
Africa Magic, in partnership with MultiChoice, a Canal+ company, has officially opened the call for entries for the 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), Africa’s premier celebration of film and television excell…
Selena Gomez has once again left fans swooning with an Instagram post, this time rocking a tank top. The “People You Know” hitmaker recently shared an Instagram post on January 15, showcasing the effortless yet striking ensemble. With a no…
Popular Nigerian Afrobeats singer, Davido has lost a $50,000 bet on Nigeria to beat Morocco in the African Cup of Nations semifinal clash on Wednesday as the Super Eagles lost 4-2 on penalties to the Atlas Lions.
Hours before the matc…
Jimmy Kimmel has compared Donald Trump accepting the Nobel Peace Prize medal from its actual winner to a baby being given a pacifier.
Kimmel’s opening monologue on Thursday night’s episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live! was laced with barbed jok…
AratheJay raises the stakes at second edition of “Nimo Live”
AratheJay brought his annual “Nimo Live” concert back to Alliance Française on Saturday, December 20th, delivering a performance that underscored why the event has quickly…
Jimmy Fallon showcases Donald Trump mispronouncing words
The comedian opened by highlighting Trump’s slurred attempt to say “Venezuela,” pausing to let the audience react as Fallon’s baffled expression amplified the moment. From there, …
Elon Musk’s ex-girlfriend, Ashley St. Clair, has opened up about considering a lawsuit against his AI chatbot, Grok, after it generated sexualized deepfake images of her. She said she hopes to set an example of standing up for what’s right…
Back in Junior High School days in 1996, gospel artiste, JESUS Lyn knew she had a unique talent for singing. As expected, she lent her gift to the body of Christ.
She began using her gift in church, viewing every performance as an opp…
Nigerian music star Burna Boy has unveiled a global creative campaign in partnership with Sporty Group, positioning African culture, sport and influence firmly at the centre of a worldwide cultural conversation.
The campaign, announce…
The Black Star International Film Festival (BSIFF) has officially appointed Aba Arthur as its Diaspora Ambassador, marking a significant step in strengthening global diaspora engagement and advancing African cinema on the international s…
Blac Chyna has reportedly accused her ex, Taiyon Elijah Hector, who goes by the name Twin Hector, of showing “physical aggression” toward her and “choking her” as her children were sleeping nearby. Recent reports also suggest that the reno…
Although public backlash against data centers has been intense over the past 12 months, all of the tech industry’s biggest companies have promised additional buildouts of AI infrastructure in the coming year. That includes OpenAI partner M…
MrBeast might be one of the wealthiest creators in the world, but his personal bank balance paints a strikingly different image. In a new interview with the Wall Street Journal, the YouTuber explained why he kept less than $1 million for h…
Ever since the series finale of Stranger Things dropped on Netflix, fans have been divided between accepting a satisfactory finale or grabbing their pitchforks and crying foul.
Some thought that a secret episode – dubbed ‘Conformity G…
Jason Statham‘s 2025 action movie has found significant success on streaming. A Working Man, which hit theaters in March last year and dropped on Prime Video soon after, has secured a top position in streaming analytics charts, underscorin…
Donald Trump has seen "Melania" the movie – well, parts of it – and he's ready to give it a rave review.
Talking to reporters on Air Force One Sunday, the president said a new documentary about his wife, first lady Melania Trump, would …
British heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua has paid a heartfelt tribute to his close friends, Sina Ghami and Latif “Latz” Ayodele, following their tragic deaths in a car crash near Lagos, Nigeria.
Joshua, who recently return…
The question of whether siblings' birth order shapes their personality has puzzled families and psychologists for years. But the evidence isn't as straightforward as you might think.
As the eldest daughter of two, I often identi…
President John Dramani Mahama has openly endorsed Ghanaian luxury brand Caveman Watches, stating that he personally wears the locally made timepieces.
The President made the remark during a working visit to the Ghana Broadcasting C…
Renowned Ghanaian dancer and singer Joyce Agyei is marking 25 years of sustained contribution to traditional African performance, a career that has blended movement, music and cultural storytelling across multiple stages at home and abro…
Timothée Chalamet was among the main winners as Hollywood's finest gathered for this year's Golden Globe Awards.
Chalamet, 30, continued his pursuit of greatness, and an Oscar, by beating stars including Leonardo DiCaprio and George Clo…
Nigerian artists secured a string of victories at the 9th All Africa Music Awards (Afrima), which concluded in Lagos on Sunday night.
Global superstar Burna Boy claimed the prestigious Album of the Year award for his latest work No Sign…
GHANAIAN rapper and singer Givtti Shandon is calling for a paradigm shift in the nation’s live music scene, highlighting a persistent and troubling lack of female headliners on major stages.
Despite the rising influence of women in th…
THE growing presence of Nigerian headline acts on major Ghanaian concert bills during the just-ended December in GH festivities has sparked debate within the creative industry, but veteran filmmaker and creative arts advocate Socrate Saf…
Husband and wife movie stars Meagan Good and Jonathan Majors have travelled to Guinea, where they have been granted citizenship after tracing their ancestry to the West African nation through DNA testing.
Majors, a star of Creed and A…
The Gist
Katy Perry shared a glimpse of her busy holiday season in an Instagram photo dump shared on January 7.
In the carousel, both Perry’s boyfriend Justin Trudeau and her ex Orlando Bloom make the cut.
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Kate Middleton joined Prince William in an unexpected appearance on Jan. 8
The Princess of Wales skipped her usual ring stack and wore only her wedding band at Charing Cross Hospital
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Tiger Woods is getting ready to celebrate his 50th birthday with 300 of his closest friends.
The golf legend, who turned 50 on December 30, is planning an ultra-exclusive party that will pull in hundreds of guests, a surprise music per…
Taylor Swift is the leading nominee for the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards, which are set to air live from Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on Thursday, March 26, on Fox. Swift has nine nominations, followed closely by Bad Bunny, Sabrina Carpen…
Miley Cyrus and Zoe Kravitz have been confirmed as presenters for Sunday's Golden Globe Awards gala in Los Angeles.
Also set to hand out awards are Melissa McCarthy, Mila Kunis, Minnie Driver, Orlando Bloom, Pamela Anderson, Priyanka Ch…
Welcome back The Masked Singer!
After the longest hiatus to-date for the disguised celebrity singing show, the reality series is back, and dare we say better than ever?
It's certainly bigger than ever: Right off the bat in the premie…
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Bruno Mars has announced his first major internat…
The Chief Executive Officer of Joegad Films, Paul Joegad, has called on Africans living in the Diaspora to channel their professional expertise and financial resources into Africa’s creative economy to create jobs and elevate industry …
HBO Max has signed a distribution deal with RTL+ ahead of its Jan. 13 launch in Germany, where it previously had a long-running pact with Sky.
The agreement with RTL+, which stands as Germany’s leading local streamer, will give customer…
After announcing his first album in 10 years, Bruno Mars has now announced his first extensive tour in a decade -- and it's the first full headlining stadium tour of his career.
Bruno, who's been a fixture in Las Vegas for years with hi…