Before flying to Cape Town to hang with Rick Ross, Yolanda Mukondi made an emotional return to the Big Brother house. US rapper Rick Ross hung out with Former Big Brother Mzansi contestant Yolanda Mukondi last night after landing in Cape Town for a holiday. “Biggest boss in the game, Ricky Rose, out here in Cape Town. I linked up with one of the most iconic creators in the country, we taking this globally?” asked the US rapper in an Instagram reel with Mukondi sitting adjacent. Hanging out with South Africans isn’t new for the US rapper, whose real name is William Leonard Roberts II. A few years ago he went to Katlehong, a township where South African rapper Kwesta hails from, where he met Kwesta’s grandmother. A song came
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One advantage for English speakers of seeing a movie at a film festival is that they show films with English titles, unlike the theater chains, which only offer subtitles occasionally. By HANNAH BROWN JANUARY 7, 2025 04:33 ‘THE SEED of the Sacred Fig’ (photo credit: Courtesy of Haifa International Film Festival) There are hundreds of great movies playing at the 40th Haifa International Film Festival, which runs through January 11, and although there’s no way to see everything, I did manage to catch several of the most anticipated films playing there. Most of these films will open throughout Israel in 2025 and will be shown again at Haifa during the next week. One advantage for English speakers of seeing a movie at a film festival is that the festivals show
Getty Images Demi Moore recalled being told earlier in her career that she was a “popcorn actress” Demi Moore has made a triumphant return to the Golden Globes, winning best actress for a role in a body horror which has revitalised her career. The 62-year-old gave an impassioned speech as she collected her award, telling the audience she was “at a low point” in her career before being cast in The Substance. Moore said the award was a celebration of “the gift of doing something I love and being reminded that I do belong”. Other film winners included Emilia Pérez, The Brutalist and Wicked, while Baby Reindeer and Shōgun won the big TV prizes. One of the night’s big surprises was Brazilian actress Fernanda Torres winning best drama actress for
As Asia-Pacific prepares to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, conservatives in Japan warn that the nation faces a “history war” in 2025 as regional rivals release films and television dramas that highlight the heroism of their citizens and the brutality of Japanese military rulers. They claim that films such as 731, which was first screened in China last year and is due for worldwide release this summer, and Harbin, which is a box office hit in South Korea, are revisionist propaganda designed to encourage animosity towards Japan. “It was obvious that some nations would use the anniversary of the end of the war to promote their interpretations of history, and we know that films have the power to be very influential,” said Yoichi Shimada
Celebrities often live their lives in the spotlight, with fans closely following their every move, from career milestones to personal moments. This intense scrutiny extends to their relationships, where even the smallest details spark widespread curiosity. The same can be said for Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin, whose romance has been under the public eye ever since they became a couple. Chris Martin poses for a photo (L). Dakota Johnson attends the 2024 Kering for Women dinner (R). Photos: @Kurt Krieger/Mike Coppola (modified by author)Source: Getty Images TABLE OF CONTENTS What happened with Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin? Where did rumours of a breakup come from? When did Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin start dating? Dakota’s mom talks about Chris Martin Was Chris Martin married before dating Dakota Johnson? Dakota
Once a part-time artist sketching on the backs of old calendars, Joo Dong-geun now stands at the forefront of South Korea ’s webtoon revolution, with his zombie-based creation All of Us Are Dead becoming a global sensation on Netflix . Many of the biggest South Korean dramas that have been adapted for major broadcast channels and streaming platforms in recent years, from Hellbound to Reborn Rich, have their roots in the world of webtoons. These webtoon-based dramas, backed by the country’s leading film studios, have become known for their unique storylines, featuring a diverse range of themes, from apocalyptic fantasies and heroic journeys to office romances. Joo’s All of Us Are Dead, centred on high school students battling a zombie outbreak, ranks among the most popular webtoon-based television series ever
Kate Actress’s firstborn Leon Kamau cleared form four, and the mum of two took to social media to rejoice The content creator thanked the Almighty for standing by her as a single mum before she met her ex-husband, Phil Karanja Kenyans lauded Kate for her maturity, saying that they loved how she acknowledged Phil, her ex-husband Talented actress Kate Actress has elatedly celebrated her firstborn Leon Kamau clearing high school. Kate Actress thankful that her son has cleared school. Photo: Kate Actress.Source: Instagram Did Kate’s son clear school? The award-winning actress is a mother of two. She conceived her first child just three months after she joined Makerere University in Uganda, forcing her to drop out and take care of her son. The mother of two was emotional as Leon
Kenya Airways shared a TikTok video featuring flight attendant Wendy Mwatha showcasing the airline’s various crew uniforms The flight attendant demonstrated multiple uniforms, including the winter and service uniforms and the sleeping pyjamas Social media users expressed excitement and admiration for the stylish outfits, with some picking their favourites A video of a Kenya Airways flight attendant showing off different official crew uniforms has left social media users in awe. KQ flight attendant flaunts different crew uniforms in a beautiful video. Photo: Kenya Airways.Source: TikTok Kenyan Airways shared the video of one of their flight attendants, Wendy Mwatha, creatively swapping uniforms while explaining the role of each one. In the clip shared on their TikTok page, Mwatha changes into different attires, including the winter uniform, service uniform, sleeping pyjamas and
Chidimma Adetshina Miss Universe Nigeria, Chidimma Adetshina, has announced her decision to take a break from beauty pageants following her historic performance at the 2024 Miss Universe competition. Speaking after her return to Nigeria in an exclusive interview with BBC Pidgin on Tuesday, Adetshina expressed pride in her accomplishment, which she said exceeded her expectations. Adetshina emerged as the first runner-up in the global pageant held on November 16 at Arena CDMX in Mexico City, marking a new milestone for Nigeria on the international stage. She is the first runner-up ever from Nigeria and West Africa. The 23-year-old, who represented Nigeria alongside 125 contestants from other countries, was also crowned Miss Universe Africa and Oceania during the event. “I was so emotional when I was called into the top five.
President William Ruto and Deputy President Kithure Kindiki attended a Catholic Church function in Embu However, Kenyans noticed that Kindiki was copying almost everything Ruto was doing, from sitting postures to drinking water Some netizens claimed it was a mirror effect, which means the deputy was emulating his boss, while others condemned Kindiki Kenyans online have been reacting to videos and photos of President William Ruto and his deputy, Kithure Kindiki’s moments during a Catholic Church function in Embu. Many Kenyans reacted to Kithure Kindiki, copying everything William Ruto was doing at the recent Embu event. Photo: JimNjue_, Anthony19757434.Source: Twitter Ruto and Kindiki were snubbed by Embu residents as former president Uhuru Kenyatta received overwhelming cheers at his entrance. Inside William Ruto, Kithure Kindiki’s similar postures However, most netizens noted
Esther Musila shared a video of herself dancing with her hubby, Guardian Angel, and many netizens expressed mixed reactions One fan claimed the gospel singer had secretly gotten a second wife, leaving Musola clapping back with a fire response The couple has always shown couple goals on social media amid criticism from people bothered by their 20-year age gap Esther Musila has reacted to a netizen’s claims that her husband, Guardian Angel, has another wife and child. Esther Musila and her hubby were captured dancing to his new song. Photo: Esther Musila.Source: TikTok The netizen commented on the gospel singer’s video happily dancing to his new song with his wife. Esther Musila’s reaction to hubby’s second wife claims In the video, Guardian looked happy in a matching mauve pantsuit while
Chidimma Adetshina Nigerians and admirers worldwide are celebrating Miss Universe Nigeria, Chidimma Adetshina, for her achievement as the first runner-up at the just-concluded Miss Universe 2024 pageant. The final moments of the prestigious event at the Arena CDMX in Mexico City, Mexico early Sunday morning saw an electrifying face-off between Nigeria and Denmark, as the two women poised to claim the crown. Though Miss Denmark, Victoria Kjaer Theilvig, ultimately won the crown, Adetshina’s grace, intelligence, and poise have captivated hearts, earning her accolades across social media and beyond. Prominent figures joined the wave of congratulations. Ben Murray-Bruce, in a post via X on Sunday, praised her stellar performance, saying, “Congratulations to Chidimma Adetshina, our Miss Universe Nigeria, for emerging as the 1st Runner-Up at Miss Universe 2024. You have made us
At a cockfighting ring in Metro Manila, a crowd huddles around where two roosters are being readied for a brawl. However, as the birds’ handlers release them to begin the fight, the spectators are uncharacteristically quiet. Before Covid-19, the start of such a fight at the Dampalit Cockpit Arena would have been met with yells from the crowd and the kristos, or betcallers. Kristos would typically shout out the winning odds in the ring and keep a tally of bettors who owe money. As traditional cockfighting pits can get rowdy, kristos also use hand signals to communicate. However, cockpits in recent years have increasingly been using machines to tally bets, which has reduced the need for kristos. “So much has changed since the pandemic,” said Ricky Marcelo, a cockpit referee
Shifurah, a woman who went viral for featuring on a freestyle of the Hoozambe song, has asked for help. Why is Shifurah broke? The Ugandan vixen’s gorgeous eyes captivated Kenyan men on social media after appearing in the Hoozambe freestyle by D Star. Dazzled men said her eyes were attractive and the centre of attention in the video, which spawned the Shifura challenge in Kenya. The video showed the woman enticingly looking at the camera while seated on D Star’s lap as he sang his heart out in the company of friends. Mesmerised social media users said she was beautiful, adding that her eyes were irresistible. However, things are not going well for the vixen as she’s struggling. In a recent interview, Shifura said she is struggling because she has
Controversial Nigerian crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has traced the genesis of his problems to receiving an award for Best Dressed Female at an event. Tribune Online reports that Bobrisky was awarded the Best Dressed Female at actress Eniola Ajao’s Beast of Two Worlds (Ajakaju) movie premiere in March 2024. The announcement sparked outrage on social media, with many questioning the rationale behind naming Bobrisky, who is not a biological female, as the Best Dressed Female at the event. In the aftermath of the controversy, Bobrisky has faced many issues with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Nigerian Immigration Service. Speaking on his many travail in a post on his verified Facebook account on Friday, Bobrisky noted that he would not have had to deal