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Sony Pictures and Marvel Studios’ Spider-Man: Brand New Day has rewritten the box office record books, delivering a staggering $360 million domestic opening weekend and becoming the highest-opening film in North American box office history. The blockbuster narrowly surpassed the previous record of $357 million, set by Avengers: Endgame in 2019, ending a seven-year reign…
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Nigerian Grammy-winning singer Tems has reached another historic career milestone, officially surpassing 6 billion streams across all credits on Spotify. With the achievement, she becomes the fourth African artist to cross the landmark on the platform, further cementing her status as one of the continent’s most successful global music stars. The milestone reflects the combined…
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Pop superstar Ariana Grande has announced that she will be taking “a step back from visibility” following the conclusion of her Eternal Sunshine Tour, citing the toll of ongoing public scrutiny surrounding her appearance and personal life. The decision marks a significant pause in the singer’s public-facing career after one of the busiest periods of…
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A Russian court has rejected a copyright claim over a series of AI-generated images depicting the Mona Lisa and the Statue of Liberty, ruling that the works were the product of a technical process rather than human creativity and therefore do not qualify for copyright protection. The decision adds to the growing body of international…
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Grammy-nominated R&B singer Ari Lennox has officially announced Vacancy: Late Checkout, the deluxe edition of her critically acclaimed third studio album, Vacancy. The announcement arrives alongside the release of her brand-new single, “Hookah Baby,” giving fans their first taste of the expanded project and signaling that the Vacancy era is far from over. The surprise…
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Nigerian Afrobeats star Omah Lay has officially announced his highly anticipated Clarity of Mind World Tour, a global run of shows set to begin on September 25. The announcement marks the singer’s return to the international stage as he prepares to bring his emotionally charged performances to fans across multiple continents. The tour announcement comes…
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Marvel Studios is once again facing criticism over its handling of Black-led projects following the collapse of the long-awaited Blade reboot and the cancellation of Disney+’s Wonder Man. The two developments have reignited conversations among fans and industry observers about whether Black-led stories are receiving the same level of long-term investment and support as other…
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Throughout history, societies have created institutions to preserve achievement, honour exceptional individuals, and ensure that contributions of lasting significance are documented for future generations. From global halls of fame and cultural academies to historical archives and recognition institutions, these organisations serve a purpose beyond celebration. They preserve collective memory, establish standards of excellence, and…
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South African Grammy-winning star Tyla has removed Lagos, Nigeria, from the schedule of her upcoming APOP World Tour, following days of intense backlash from Nigerian fans over renewed concerns surrounding xenophobic attacks against foreign nationals in South Africa. The move comes just days after the singer unveiled the global trek, which initially included a December…
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AI music platform Suno has suffered a major legal setback after a German court ruled in favor of GEMA, Germany’s music rights organization, in a landmark copyright infringement case that could have far-reaching implications for the generative AI industry. The ruling marks one of the first major court decisions in Europe to hold an AI…