Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has donated $70 million to the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) to help strengthen all 37 of its member historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). She gave this gift as part of UNCF’s larger $1 billion capital campaign. Dr. Michael L. Lomax, UNCF’s president, said the donation will support a pooled endowment,…
Disney’s controversial decision to suspend Jimmy Kimmel Live! triggered both public backlash and investor concern. After the suspension, reports emerged that Disney’s market value slid by nearly US$4 billion. This drop came amid consumer outrage, subscription cancellations, and mounting criticism from media watchers and free speech advocates. What Happened with Kimmel’s Suspension ABC, a Disney-owned…
Brandon de Jesús López Orozco, professionally known as Beéle, credits hearing Davido’s hit “Aye” with sparking his passion for writing songs. He grew up in Barranquilla, Colombia, and then spent part of his childhood in Maracay, Venezuela. By age 12, Beéle had already begun trying out songwriting after listening to “Aye”. He once said “Aye”…
Egypt erupted in anger after authorities confirmed that a priceless gold bracelet, once belonging to Pharaoh Amenemope, was stolen from the Egyptian Museum in Cairo and ultimately melted down. The artifact went missing on September 9 from the restoration lab while museum staff prepared items for an international exhibit. The lab lacked security cameras, which…
Canadian authorities recently announced that they have banned the Irish-language rap group Kneecap from entering Canada. They cited alleged support for terrorist organizations such as Hezbollah and Hamas. MP Vince Gasparro, parliamentary secretary for combating crime, publicly stated that the band’s actions cross the line between artistic expression and political violence. The decision removes scheduled…
Harry Styles achieved a major milestone on September 21, 2025, when he ran the Berlin Marathon in 2 hours, 59 minutes, and 13 seconds, beating the coveted three-hour mark. He participated under the pseudonym Sted Sarandos and wore a headband and sunglasses during the race. Berlin’s flat course, known for delivering fast times, hosted around…
Grammy-winning country songwriter Brett James, famous for co-writing “Jesus, Take the Wheel,” died in a plane crash on September 18, 2025. He was 57. The small aircraft crashed in Franklin, North Carolina. Authorities confirmed that no one survived. His wife, Melody Carole, and her daughter, Meryl Maxwell Wilson, were also on board. The Federal Aviation…
Authorities discovered a decomposed body inside a Tesla impounded at a tow yard in Hollywood, Los Angeles, after someone smelled a strong foul odor coming from the vehicle. The Tesla belongs to David Anthony Burke, known professionally as d4vd. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner identified the body as 15-year-old Celeste Rivas. She had gone…
Nigerian footballers continue to make headlines on and off the pitch in 2025, not just for their performances but also for the impressive contracts they command. From Europe’s biggest clubs to emerging powerhouses, Nigerian stars are proving their worth with remarkable salaries and endorsement deals. This year’s list of the top five highest-paid players showcases…
Nigerian chef Hilda Baci reacted emotionally after the Guinness World Records officially confirmed her record for the largest serving of jollof rice. In a video shared on her TikTok account, she broke down in tears alongside her mother when she got the call from the record officials. She insisted in her message that this achievement…
