Paramount Global, one of Hollywood’s venerable institutions, is set to merge with independent studio Skydance Media in a landmark agreement worth approximately $28 billion (£21.9bn). Under the complex transaction, Paramount’s controlling stake held by non-executive chair Shari Redstone will transition, marking a significant shift for the Redstone family legacy. The […]
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In a brewing legal battle, Tupac Shakur’s estate has issued a stern warning to Drake, demanding the removal of a track featuring an AI-generated rendition of the late rapper’s voice or face legal consequences. Drake dropped the controversial song “Taylor Made Freestyle” on his Instagram page, targeting Kendrick Lamar with […]
Taylor Swift’s latest album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” has smashed Spotify’s records, becoming the most-streamed album in a single day and propelling Swift to the title of most-streamed artist in a single day as well, the platform announced. Released amidst fervent anticipation from Swifties worldwide, the album’s 31 tracks offer […]
Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy, Kenyan President William Ruto, and South African rugby captain Siya Kolisi have earned spots on Time magazine’s list of the world’s most influential individuals. Burna Boy was recognized in the icons category for his groundbreaking contributions to the music industry, with Grammy winner Angélique Kidjo […]
Rema’s international hit single, “Calm Down,” has become Africa’s best-selling song, reaching extraordinary milestones worldwide and earning numerous platinum and diamond certifications. With over 16 million sales, the Afrobeat sensation is setting new records and taking the music industry by storm. “Calm Down” boasts remarkable achievements across various countries and […]
Fashion luminary Oscar Nyesiga, popularly known as Oscar Kampala, seized the spotlight at the illustrious Forty Under 40 Africa Awards ceremony held at Nairobi’s Radisson Blu Hotel on March 30, 2024. As the Founder and CEO of Oscar Kampala Collection, he clinched a prestigious accolade in the fiercely competitive Fashion […]
Nigerian music sensation Davido is taking decisive legal action in response to an April Fool’s joke gone awry in Kenya. The prank, which falsely claimed that Davido had been arrested in Kenya for cocaine possession on his private jet, has sparked outrage and prompted the artist to seek justice. Fresh […]