- Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel and more late night talk show hosts returned to air this week. After five months of strikes, the Writers Guild of America (WGA) has reached a deal to get writers back to work, which meant Fallon, Kimmel, Stephen Colbert and Seth Meyers were back on the air on October 3 (…
- British actress Jodie Turner-Smith has filed for divorce from her husband Joshua Jackson after nearly four years of marriage. The ‘Dawson’s Creek’ actor, 45, and ‘The Last Ship’ actress, 37, have broken up after she cited irreconcilable differences as the cause of ger divorce petition and is asking…
- Idris Elba has been in therapy for a year after he became a workaholic. The ‘Luther’ actor, 51, said he spiraled into “unhealthy habits” due to his many roles, which have ranged from acting in Hollywood and TV hits to opening a bar and charitable work. He told the ‘Changes’ podcast about deciding…
- A volcanic eruption drove the dinosaurs to extinction. A new model revealed that toxic gases from India’s Deccan Traps mega-volcano proved to be fatal for the extinct creatures rather than a meteor strike as previously thought. Boffins at Dartmouth College designed a simulation using geological…
- Spotify has partnered with COLORSXSTUDIOS for a multi-day R&B writing camp in Nairobi, Kenya. The writing camp, taking place in the first week of October, will bring together artists, songwriters and producers from across Africa and beyond, with Spotify’s flagship R&B playlist Tantalizers…
- My Great Nairobi, an initiative by Capital FM Kenya and GTC has announced a photographer’s challenge. The photographer’s challenge will run from Monday 26 September 2023, until October 6th on the My Great Nairobi website HERE. My Great Nairobi stands as a compelling initiative, endeavoring to…
- Beyoncé is bringing ‘Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé’ to US theatres on December 1. Soon after wrapping her final show on the mammoth global jaunt in support of her seventh studio album in Kansas City on Sunday (01.10.23), the ‘Single Ladies’ hitmaker debuted the trailer for her concert film. The…
- Oprah Winfrey has claimed stores treated her with “condescension” when she weighed over 90kgs. The 68-year-old media mogul has been candid about her struggles with her weight over the years and she’s insisted people treated her differently when she was at the higher end of the scales. Speaking on…
- Congolese superstar Fally Ipupa, Nigerian songtress and Kenyan rapper Nyashinski delivered an electrifying experience to a capacity crowd at Walker Town Nairobi Edition. The event held on Saturday 30th of September at Uhuru Gardens brought together thousands of revelers from all around the city.…
- Climate change has been blamed for a rise in alcohol and drug abuse. A team of experts at Columbia University analyzed hospital rates in New York from 1995 to 2014 and spotted an increase when temperatures were warmer. The researchers believe that booze-related visits are driven by people’s…
- Ne-Yo has been declared the legal father of his two youngest children. The 43-year-old ‘Closer’ singer – born Shaffer Chimere Smith – has sons Braiden, two, and seven-month-old Brixton with his ex-girlfriend, Sade Bagnerise, 35, and filed to establish his paternity of the boys in May. His kids will…
- When Sheryl Sandberg’s government job ended as chief of staff to the US secretary of Treasury during the Clinton administration, she decided to move to Silicon Valley and look for a job. She didn’t have any experience in the tech industry and because of this, quite a number of companies rejected…
- Spotify has unveiled an exciting new social listening feature called “Jam,” allowing up to 32 users to share a musical experience, regardless of their subscription status. Here’s a concise breakdown of how this feature functions: For Spotify Premium users, initiating a Jam session is…
- King Kaka just released a new track, ‘Explain.’ With audio produced by Sifa and the captivating visuals directed by Steve Mugo. King Kaka, famed for his thought-provoking lyrics and unique sound, has been teasing fans on social media about ‘Explain’ for some days, creating anticipation and…
- In a captivating fusion of talent, East Africa’s distinguished artists, Femi One and Nyashinski, announce their latest track ‘Under the Influence.’ The single, already generating considerable buzz is the second collaboration by the two. With an impressive track record of hit singles and a massive…
- Multidisciplinary artist Liboi returns with the second single off her forthcoming sophomore EP, ‘SAFARI.’ The record ‘Safari’ is a product of an in-artist residency the ‘Ukweli’ singer was part of in Tanzania in mid-March to April where she met different creatives and shared ideas, experiences,…
- Smartphone brand Tecno has announced the grand opening of two new exclusive shops that are set to redefine the shopping experience in Nairobi. These new locations mark a significant milestone in the company’s journey and reaffirm its commitment to delivering exceptional products and services to its…
- Jada Pinkett Smith is hoping for “closure” after a man was charged with the murder of Tupac Shakur. The 52-year-old actress attended the Baltimore School for the Arts in her youth with the tragic rap star – who was killed in a drive-by shooting in 1996 – and following the news on Friday (29.09.23)…
- Angelina Jolie was “saved” by her children. The ‘Eternals’ actress – who has Maddox, 22, Pax, 19, Zahara, 18, Shiloh, 17, and twins Vivienne and Knox, 15, with ex-husband Brad Pitt – admitted her “entire life changed” when she adopted her eldest son and she believes now she would have “gone under”…
- Women with multiple children have a lower risk of dementia. Experts have found that higher exposure to oestrogen throughout a female’s life can lead to a healthier brain and those with more kids accumulate more exposure to the hormone. It appears to lead to a reduced risk of cerebral small vessel…
- Sir Michael Gambon has died. The ‘Harry Potter’ actor passed away in hospital at the age of 82 with his family by his side after contracting pneumonia, his wife Lady Anne Gambon and son Fergus have announced. A statement issued on behalf of the family said: “We are devastated to announce the loss…
- Talented crooner Fidel Shammah alias Charisma just released creative visuals to his new song dubbed, ‘Sina Noma.’ The new track features a montage of colorful scenes: Footage from a performance at a popular Westlands club, to multiple scenes shot in the CBD featuring troupes of dancers. ‘Sina Noma…
- Toxic spider venom could solve erectile dysfunction. A bite from the Brazilian Wandering Spider causes blood pressure and convulsions but a lesser-known side effect of the venom is a “prolonged and painful erection” that can rot the flesh around the penis. However, scientists are convinced that…
- Kanye West and Dr. Dre’s star-studded record ‘Jesus Is King 2’ has fallen victim to a leak. The jam-packed follow-up to Kanye’s 2019 gospel LP has features from Eminem, Snoop Dogg, Travis Scott and Pusha T, 2 Chainz, Anderson .Paak, A$AP Ferg and Marsha Ambrosius. However, it’s largely made up of…
- Drake accused Charlamagne Tha God of being “obsessed” with him after he made out “nobody cared” about his collaboration with SZA. After the exes released their collaboration ‘Slime You Out’ last week, the radio host – whose real name is Lenard Larry McKelvey – tried to make out that no one was…
- The fashion world is a constantly revolving carousel of trends, and one iconic piece that has made a return is the maxi denim skirt. This versatile and chic wardrobe staple is back in action, offering countless styling opportunities for women who want to embrace its timeless appeal. If you’re one…
- The Writers Guild of America strike is officially ending after 148 days. Following a tentative agreement on a new contract with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP), the board of WGA West and council of WGA East have voted unanimously to lift the strike order at 12:01am…
- Shakira has been charged with tax evasion for a second time. The ‘Hips Don’t Lie’ hitmaker has been accused by prosecutors in Spain of having defrauded the state of state of €6.7 million in 2018 after she allegedly failed to declare millions in advance payments for her ‘El Dorado’ world tour,…
- Taylor Swift’s Eras tour concert film will be released globally next month. ‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour’ will play in over 100 countries from 13 October – the same day as the previously announced US, Canada and Mexico release. The film was recorded over the first three nights that Taylor played at…
- Zoleka Mandela has died at the age of 43. The writer was best known for being the granddaughter of South Africa’s first democratically elected President Nelson Mandela – who died himself in 2013 at the age of 95 – but passed away on Monday, September 23, following a rapid battle with cancer, her…
- It is the anthemic record that is hitherto on everyone’s mouth, and we have rapper Sexyy Red to thank for that! Following the success of her breakthrough hit with ‘PoundTown’ remix with Nicki Minaj, Sexyy Red has continued to enjoy quite the success and the earworm nature of ‘SkeYee’ has made it…
- ‘Expend4bles’ director Scott Waugh has hinted the action franchise will return for a fifth instalment without leading man Sylvester Stallone. The stuntman-turned-director took charge of the fourth film in the series which stars Stallone and Jason Statham alongside stars including Dolph Lundgren,…
- Adele has once again sparked speculation she is married to Rich Paul at her Las Vegas residency. The ‘Rolling In The Deep’ hitmaker, 35, referred to herself as a “wife” while talking about the sports agent being a fan of American football and her not taking any interest in the game. She told the…
- AI could soon start ordering assassinations. British tech boffin Stuart Russell has stressed the need for a global treaty to regulate the powerful technology before it reaches a point where it can no longer be controlled. Russell suggested that nothing is stopping artificial intelligence from…
- The ‘Mean Girls’ musical movie will be released in 2024. Although the film was initially set to drop on Paramount+, it has now been given a theatrical release by the studio and will be on screens from January 12, 2024. Angourie Rice, Auli’i Cravalho, and Jaquel Spivey and Renée Rapp are set to star…
- Casino Cup 6- Goal Polo Tournament at Nairobi Polo Club saw an epic battle between Team Capital FM and Team Diani Reef, with the Capital FM team pulling out all the stops against their opponents to win the Redbull Cup on Sunday September 24th 2023. The winning team (Capital FM) had Michelle Morgan…
- John-Allan Namu has always been at the centre of investigative journalism in Kenya, whether he’s unearthing a major political scandal or exploring infamous crimes in Kenya. His work has earned him awards and threats in equal measure. So it’s only fitting that Namu, together with his team at Africa…
- Starting and maintaining a YouTube channel can be an exciting and rewarding endeavor. However, it comes with responsibilities, one of which is adhering to YouTube’s Community Guidelines. Violating these guidelines can lead to the removal of your channel, which can be disheartening. In this blog…
- American actress Kerry Washington, best known for her role in the hit TV series ‘Scandal’ as Olivia Pope, is set to release a memoir titled ‘Thicker than Water.’ In a recent 20/20 interview, she opened up about her deepest emotions regarding a toxic pattern she experienced during her college years…
- Usher said he’d be a “fool” not to accept an offer to headline the Super Bowl halftime show. The NFL, Apple and Roc Nation confirmed the news on Sunday (24.09.23) the ‘Love in This Club’ R and B star, 44, would be fronting the 2024 show on February 11 at the Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, […]
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- Tory Lanez is reportedly scared for his life in jail after being found guilty of shooting Megan Thee Stallion. The rapper, 31, was sentenced to 10 years in August for shooting 28-year-old Megan in the feet after the pair left a party at Kylie Jenner’s home in Los Angeles in 2020. A source told Page…
- Bad Bunny insists he doesn’t need to “clarify” to anyone if he’s dating Kendall Jenner or not. The 29-year-old rapper, actor and occasional WWE wrestler refuses to confirm if he’s romancing the 27-year-old reality star after they have been spotted together in public multiple times this year because…
- Justin Timberlake has finally explained why he mangled his pronunciation in NSYNC song ‘It’s Gonna Be Me’. In the track, Justin sings the word “me” in a different way – pronouncing it “may” – which later led to a flurry of social media memes and the singer has now revealed the origins of the…
- South African rapper Cassper Nyovest has dedicated a song from his newly released album titled ‘Solomon’, to the late Kiernan Forbes popularly known as AKA. This is despite the relationship between late rapper AKA and Cassper Nyovest being marred by conflict and beef during their careers. Nyovest…
- September is always a vibe at Nairobi Polo Club. It’s that time of the year when the best of the best bring on the adrenaline sporting action to the field, two weekends back to back (15th – 17th and 22nd to 24th). This month has particularly been an exciting one, as Capital FM 98.4 became the new…
- Dwayne Wade says telling Gabrielle Union he fathered a child with another woman in 2013 was “way harder” than competing in the NBA playoffs. The 41-year-old basketball player was technically on a break from the 50-year-old actress when he fathered a child – Xavier Zechariah Wade – with Aja Metoyer…
- Cardi B is learning not to fight back on social media now she’s 30. The ‘WAP’ hitmaker admits she is “getting better” at not biting back whenever she is criticized online because she feels like a proper adult now she is in her thirties. Speaking on SiriusXM’s ‘Ebro in the Morning’ show, the mother-…
- Afri Vega, a cutting-edge platform that brings you closer to your favourite celebrities and influencers, is set to revolutionise the way fans engage with their idols. With Afri Vega, fans now have the unprecedented opportunity to request private video calls, personalized shootouts, and other…
- Megan Thee Stallion doesn’t “really care” about the charts so never intended to “top” ‘WAP’ with her latest Cardi B collaboration ‘Bongos’. The ‘Hot Girl Summer’ hitmaker insists the rappers are “different” people from when they put out the explicit polarising smash hit in 2020, and she would never…
- Doja Cat hits back at those branding her work satanic on her new album. The 27-year-old multi-hyphenate and queen of controversy – who recently lost 500,000 followers for mocking her own fans for calling themselves Kittenz – confronts her critics on her latest record, ‘Scarlet’. On the track ‘Skull…
