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Legendary actor and martial artist Chuck Norris has passed away at the age of 86, marking the end of an era for action cinema and martial arts culture worldwide. According to a statement released by his family, Norris died on March 19, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. His passing has since been confirmed by multiple…
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Global pop star Lorde has officially parted ways with Universal Music Group, marking a major shift in her career as she steps into a new independent phase. The move comes after her long-standing contract with the label expired at the end of 2025. Rather than renewing the deal, Lorde chose to go independent ending a…
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Shares of Figma have taken a sharp hit, falling roughly 12% in just two days, after Google introduced a new AI-powered design concept dubbed “vibe design.” Google unveiled updates to its AI tool Stitch, positioning it as a next-generation design platform that allows users to: Generate full UI designs using prompts Use voice commands to…
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Asake and DJ Snake didn’t come together to make a dance hit they made something deeper with Worship. The record leans heavily into spiritual reflection and street-rooted storytelling, with Asake centering the message around gratitude, faith, and the journey from struggle to success. Throughout the song, he repeatedly acknowledges God, using phrases like “Alhamdulillah” to…
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Global beverage brand Ovaltine has announced plans to invest €24 million in building what is set to become one of Africa’s most advanced manufacturing plants in Lagos. The new facility will focus on producing Ovaltine’s popular malt-based drinks, targeting both the Nigerian market and wider distribution across West Africa. The investment underscores growing confidence in…
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Actor Idris Elba and his wife Sabrina Dhowre Elba have unveiled an ambitious plan to transform an island in Sierra Leone into a sustainable economic and tourism hub. The couple’s initiative focuses on Sherbro Island, a largely undeveloped area with significant potential for eco-tourism, infrastructure development, and job creation. Their vision is to turn the…
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Football legend Lionel Messi has reached an incredible career milestone, scoring his 900th professional goal and further cementing his status as one of the greatest players in football history. The Argentine icon, known for his extraordinary consistency and longevity, achieved the feat across his time with clubs like FC Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, and Inter Miami,…
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The World Bank has sanctioned several African units of PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), banning them from participating in its projects over fraud and collusion linked to a major electricity project. Investigations found that PwC subsidiaries in Kenya, Rwanda, and Mauritius engaged in fraudulent and collusive practices while bidding for consultancy contracts tied to a cross-border electricity project…
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The Confederation of African Football’s decision to crown Morocco champions of the Africa Cup of Nations didn’t just spark debate, it triggered outright outrage across African football. What Actually Happened On the pitch, Senegal originally won the final 1–0 after extra time, seemingly securing the trophy. But the match had already descended into chaos before…
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Retail giant Woolworths Holdings Limited has announced the acquisition of leading food producer In2Food, marking a major move in South Africa’s food and retail sector. The deal is expected to strengthen Woolworths’ position in the premium food market by bringing In2Food’s manufacturing capabilities and product range further into its supply chain. In2Food is known for…