- Acclaimed Mombasa based artist Ally B has died. The musician popularly known for hits like Maria, Bembea and Kadzo reportedly passed away after a short illness. According to his brother Mohammed Ramadhan, he died at the Coast General, Teaching and Referral Hospital on Wednesday afternoon (01.11.…
- King Charles has told of his “greatest sorrow and deepest regret” over wrongdoings during British rule. The monarch, 74, who was crowned in May alongside his wife Queen Camilla, 76, following the death of his mother Queen Elizabeth aged 96 in September, spoke out in a passionate speech at a state…
- Getting angry can help a person get things done. A new study has found that getting mad boosts performance and productivity in tasks as it is a powerful motivator. The American Psychological Association surveyed over 1,000 people, who were triggered into experiencing a specific emotion and then…
- North West wants to own Yeezy and Skims. Aged just 10, the eldest child of rapper and designer Kanye West, 46, and Kim Kardashian, 43, is already thinking about being a businesswoman like her parents and is eyeing taking over their fashion firms. In her first solo cover interview with i-D magazine…
- Diddy has claimed Warner Bros. sent him a cease and desist because his Heath Ledger-era Joker Halloween costume was too similar to the original. The ‘I’ll Be Missing You’ rapper, 53, was allegedly told off for “breaching the trademark” when he dressed up as “Black Joker” last year and was informed…
- Kenyan R&B heartthrob Xenia Manasseh has released the first ever Kenyan Spotify Single, covering Sauti Sol’s ‘Lazizi’. Widely acclaimed as Sauti Sol’s first hit, it feels like a full circle moment that one of Kenya’s fastest rising R&B stars covers the first hit song, from Kenya’s top boy…
- Jungkook’s song ‘Seven’ has become the fastest track to hit one billion streams on Spotify. The BTS singer’s debut solo single, released in collaboration with rapper Latto, reached the milestone just 108 days after its release and surpassed Miley Cyrus’ hit ‘Flowers’ – which took 112 days to hit…
- Pitch-black cocktails containing squid ink are on the menu this Halloween. Google Trends found in September, searches for ‘black drinks’ soared by 138% as hosts prepared for their bashes on the spooky holiday on 31 October and the inky ingredient is proving ideal for a gothic showstopper, either…
- The King and Queen joined President Ruto and the First Lady at Uhuru Gardens National Monument and Museum, where Kenya’s flag was first raised to mark independence almost 60 years ago. During the ceremony, His Majesty and the President laid wreaths at the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior, dedicated to…
- Matthew Perry’s death is reportedly being probed by robbery homicide police. The ‘Friends’ actor died in a suspected drowning aged 54 on Saturday (28.10.23) in the hot tub in the backyard of his $6 million mansion in the Pacific Palisades area of Los Angeles, and despite cops saying there were no…
- Coke Studio is bringing music closer to fans in the real world through a partnership with SolFest, the highly anticipated music festival hosted by Africa’s music powerhouse, Sauti Sol. SolFest, featuring Coke Studio and Coca-Cola, promises to be a game-changing event, combining the best of musical…
- Horror films are good for your health. Psychologists have suggested that scary movies such as ‘The Shining’ and ‘The Exorcist’ are actually beneficial for a person’s well-being as they promote both stress and pain relief through the release of endorphins and dopamine – the reward hormone. Films…
- Britain’s King Charles III and Queen Camilla arrived in Nairobi, Kenya on Monday evening 30th October 2023 marking the start of a 3-day state visit to celebrate the warm relationship between Kenya and Britain and the strong and dynamic partnership they continue to forge. The visit is at the…
- Nigerian singer Rema is the first Afrobeats artist to ever perform at the prestigious Ballon d’Or awards. The crooner gave a thrilling performance at the 67th Ballon d’Or on Monday night (30.10.2023) in Paris. During the event, Rema graced the stage with a mesmerizing rendition of his chart-topping…
- Dogs are able to smell time. A new theory has explained how loyal canines are found waiting by the door as their owner is about to come home because their sense of smell is so powerful that they can detect how long that humans have been away. Dog expert Alexandra Horowitz explained how pooches are…
- Channing Tatum and Zoe Kravitz are said to have got engaged. The pair – who were first romantically linked to one another in 2021 – could soon be tying the knot, after Zoe was spotted wearing a sparkler on her ring finger. At the time, she was dressed as Rosemary Woodhouse from 1968 horror film…
- The much-anticipated Tusker OktobaFest 2023 came to a triumphant close on Sunday, after three days of non-stop music, cultural immersion, and electrifying performances. Sunday, the grand finale, brought with it a series of captivating surprises that left fans in awe. Nyashinski, one of East Africa’…
- Lizzo’s legal team have branded a sexual harassment lawsuit filed by three of her former dancers a “fabricated sob story”, which was launched by “opportunists”. The ‘Good as Hell’ hitmaker was sued in August by three ex-members of her Big Grrls dance troupe – Crystal Williams, Noelle Rodriguez and…
- Megan Thee Stallion is set to return with the new single, ‘Cobra’, on Friday (03.11.23). The rapper recently revealed she is funding her new album all by herself, and now she’s unveiled the visuals and release date for her debut track out on Hot Girl Productions. A movie-style poster of Megan naked…
- Jay-Z and Beyonce almost named their eldest daughter Brooklyn. The 53-year-old rapper has Blue Ivy, 11, and five-year-old twins Rumi and Sir with the 42-year-old music megastar – who he married in 2008 – and revealed that whilst their eldest was initially supposed to be named after his hometown in…
- Justin Timberlake has turned off Instagram comments in the wake of revelations about his relationship with Britney Spears. The ‘SexyBack’ singer dated the ‘Toxic’ hitmaker from 1999 to 2002 and the 41-year-old pop star told in her new memoir ‘The Woman in Me’ how she aborted her then-boyfriend’s…
- Troubled Matthew Perry has died aged 54 in a suspected accidental drowning at his home jacuzzi. The ‘Friends’ actor’s passing has left fans and his celeb pals stunned as it comes after he recenty published his memoir telling how he had overcome drink and drug addictions that almost left him dead.…
- Kylie Jenner is launching a new fashion brand, Khy. The 26-year-old beauty mogul is excited to be bringing an “accessible” designer range to the market when her new line launches on 1 November. In a press release, ‘The Kardashians’ star said: “Khy is a homage to the limitless possibilities of…
- Britney Spears is putting her music career on hold to lead a slower “spiritual life.” The 41-year-old pop idol has admitted that her desire to perform in front of huge live audiences has “lessened” and she prefers to spend more time “alone” than entertaining the masses. Writing in her memoir, ‘The…
- Britney Spears has posed fully nude on Instagram. The 41-year-old pop star shared a raunchy photo on her account, in which she is standing on a beach in her birthday suit, with her bare butt on display as she looks over her shoulder at the camera, holding her arms up over her chest. She didn’t […]…
- Nigerian Rema is cementing his place in the international music space this year! The acclaimed crooner received six nominations for the 2023 Billboard Music Awards. The Nigerian star received nominations for Top Afrobeats Artist, Top Radio Song, Top Collaboration, Top Billboard Global 200 Song, Top…
- Mercure Hotel in Upperhill Nairobi, recently hosted a remarkable Chef’s Table event that left a lasting impression. This gathering not only celebrated fine dining but also highlighted the hotel’s commitment to sustainability and community support. It was graced by Nairobi’s culinary elite,…
- Walking is almost as good as Viagra for erectile dysfunction. It has been discovered that regular exercise gives men a similar bedroom boost to taking the little blue pills. A new study reviewed 11 trials involving about 1,100 men. Of those, about 600 were put on exercise programmes involving 30 to…
- Jay-Z used to have to try to persuade his daughter Blue Ivy that she has “cool” parents. The 53-year-old rapper has Blue, 11, and five-year-old twins Rumi and Sir with music megastar Beyonce, 42, – who he married in 2008 – and explained that whilst his eldest now approves of her superstar dad now,…
- Chris Brown has been sued by a man who claims the singer hit him over the head with a tequila bottle during a night out. The 34-year-old music star is facing a lawsuit from Abe Diaw, who alleges Brown attacked him with a bottle of Don Julio 1942 Tequila while they were partying at Tape […]
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- Ghanaian Afrobeats/Afro Fusion artist, Gyakie has released her latest single, ‘Rent Free’. ‘Rent Free’ is a celebration of love in its purest and most enduring form. The Afrolektra produced upbeat jam reflects the feeling of being consumed by thoughts of a significant other while Gyakie’s soft…
- The highly anticipated 2023 Tusker OktobaFest is set to go down this weekend. The full artist line-up has been unveiled, promising a sensational experience that encompasses Kenyan classics, gengetone, East African rhythms, and much more. The three-day Tusker OktobaFest, to be held at the Ngong…
- Nike has unveiled a statue of two-time marathon Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge at its main headquarters the Beaverton, Oregon, USA. Kipchoge’s sponsors further honored him with a running track named after him in the European headquarters in the Netherlands. The humble Marathon champion took to…
- Taylor Swift has received 20 nominations for the 2023 Billboard Music Awards. The 33-year-old pop superstar already holds the record for the most awarded female with 29 to her name but has been nominated a further 20 times for the upcoming ceremony, which will take place on November 19. he ‘Karma’…
- Nicki Minaj has rubbished a fan theory about her delayed album. The rapper has decided to release ‘Pink Friday 2’ on her birthday, November 17, instead of October 20, and clarified that she had already changed the date behind the scenes and insisted Lil Wayne and 2 Chainz have no qualms about their…
- TikTok is hosting its first-ever music festival with performances by Cardi B, Niall Horan, Charlie Puth, Anitta and more. The video-sharing platform has become the go-to place to find the hottest new music talent and now it wants to bring users’ For You feed into the real world. Artists who are…
- She’s the star on everyone’s lips and radar – for all of the right reasons. After being one of the most successful debut acts of 2023 thanks to the blockbuster success of ‘Water,’ Tyla’s star is shining even brighter as the hit continues its global takeover. A late night live performance on…
- US-based former Miss Universe Kenya Rachel Mbuki’s year seems to be on to a perfect almost-ending. About seven months after the model announced that she had separated from husband Dmitry Litvishkov, Mbuki let fans in on a new development – that she and husband had reconciled. A fortnight ago while…
- Britney Spears hates Ryan Seacrest for pushing her to talk about her parenting. The ‘… Baby One More Time’ singer, 41, who has sons Sean Preston, 18, and Jayden James, 17, with her ex-husband Kevin Federline, 45, said the host, 48, was meant to chat to her about her ‘Blackout’ album when he had…
- ‘Shaft’ star Richard Roundtree has died aged 81 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. The actor – best known for playing suave detective John Shaft in 1971 action movie ‘Shaft’ and its sequel – passed away on Tuesday, October 24, at his home in Los Angeles surrounded by his loved ones. A statement…
- Ladies and gentlemen, it’s that time of the year again – the festive season is closely upon us and what better way to jump into the holiday spirit than with the much-anticipated cake mixing ceremony at Radisson Blu Hotel and Residences Arboretum. The festive season was inaugurated with the hotel’s…
- The smooth melodies of Kenyan R&B stars will be showcased in six special A COLORS SHOW performances. Popular Kenyan stars Lisa Oduor and Xenia Manasseh have paved way for their fellow countrymen in this exciting partnership between Spotify and COLORSXSTUDIOS. Six Kenyan artists, for the first…
- Kim Kardashian’s SKIMS shapewear brand is launching a new line for men. The 42-year-old reality star – who debuted her shapewear brand in 2019 – is expanding her billion dollar business to provide comfort for guys as well as women. Speaking to GQ, she said: “We’ve never had a bigger request than…
- In a groundbreaking collaboration, three of Kenya’s top music sensations under the banner of Kaka Empire – Femi One, King Kaka, and Jadi – have unveiled the official music video for their chart-topping hit ‘Kafeeling.’ The release marks a pivotal moment in the East African music scene, where the…
- Heralding a new era of East African music, Kenyan sensation group Jadi has unveiled their highly anticipated debut album titled ‘Breeze Ya Jioni.’ This dynamic collection of tracks is set to redefine the soundscape of Kenyan contemporary music. Infused with a blend of traditional Kenyan rhythms,…
- Heralding a new era of East African music, Kenyan sensation group Jadi has unveiled their highly anticipated debut album titled ‘Breeze Ya Jioni.’ This dynamic collection of tracks is set to redefine the soundscape of Kenyan contemporary music. Infused with a blend of traditional Kenyan rhythms,…
- Tom Cruise’s next ‘Mission: Impossible’ film has been delayed until May 2025. The eighth instalment in the action franchise ‘Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning, Part Two’ had been due to land in cinemas in June 2024, but the follow-up to 2023’s ‘Dead Reckoning, Part 1’ has now been bumped back by…
- Rihanna is reportedly planning to make a major music comeback in 2024. The ‘Kiss It Better’ singer is said to have inked a deal with Live Nation for a massive tour in 2024 and 2025 – and is planning to release new music. The mother-of-two has an even more hectic life now since welcoming children…
- They say music acts as a time capsule, a time machine and rightfully so. Every song from the past that you listen to, evokes feelings of nostalgia through reminders of certain periods of life, places or people. That sound takes you back, way back to a specific time in your life that you loved. On…
- Kanye West is not running for president this year. After failing in his bid to take over The White House in 2020, the controversial rapper has decided not to campaign this year. His attorney Bruce Marks told Rolling Stone: “He’s not a candidate for office in 2024.” Kanye – who now goes by just Ye…
