A-Reece Takes No Prisoners In New Single “MAD.” A-Reece once again proves why he remains a commanding force in the rap game with his latest track, “MAD.” Through razor-sharp bars and introspective lyrics, the Pretoria-born rapper gives fans and critics a front-row seat to his thoughts, struggles, and triumphs, while making it abundantly clear that he’s not here to play games. A-Reece Takes No Prisoners In New Single “MAD” Opening with a bold statement that his “next-door neighbours smell the aroma,” A-Reece solidifies his reputation as a “premium smoker” while symbolically hinting at the pervasive influence of his artistry. The…
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The Cavaliers cleared another hurdle on Wednesday, improving to 9-0, the best start in franchise history.Cleveland defeated the Pelicans, 131-122. According to The Athletic’s Jason Lloyd, Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson became the first coach in NBA history to win his first nine games with a franchise. Guard Donovan Mitchell had 29 points on 10-of-20 shooting, while center Jarrett Allen had 16 points, 14 rebounds and two blocks, including one on Pels rookie center Yves Missi’s slam dunk attempt in the third quarter. Mitchell helped put the game away when he showed off his handles on a driving floater to…
At least 40 people have been killed in Israeli air strikes in eastern Lebanon, including the main city of Baalbek, with rescuers still looking for survivors under the rubble. “The series of Israeli enemy strikes on the Bekaa Valley and Baalbek” killed “40 people and injured 53”, the Ministry of Public Health said of Wednesday’s attacks. The death toll includes 11 people killed in Baalbek, nine of them in the Shikan district, a densely packed Sunni neighbourhood in the Shia-majority city. An Israeli attack also killed 16 people in the village of Nasriyah, the ministry said. “Rescue and rubble removal…
Much of America woke up Wednesday morning to the news that Donald Trump had been elected 47th President of the United States. Hours later, Vice President Kamala Harris conceded. In Congress, Republicans took control of the Senate Tuesday night, and power in the House is still being decided. Keep this page open for real-time updates on the remaining election results: The latest: Biden to address the nation on Thursday (7:35 p.m. ET) Biden plans to address the nation on Thursday at 11 a.m. ET. The remarks to the nation will be Biden’s first appearance on camera in the aftermath of…
Fortifying Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Combatting the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) frameworks within the Eastern Caribbean BASSETERRE, St Kitts – In a significant step toward enhancing financial integrity and supporting sustainable development, the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB, the Bank), the International Monetary Fund (IMF), and the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) brought together over 100 regulators and financial services experts to fortify Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Combatting the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) frameworks within the Eastern Caribbean. Representatives were sensitised to global best practices and given tools to improve transparency within beneficial ownership structures and further safeguard regional financial systems.…
Top 4 Subliminals In K.O Featuring AKA’s “King Size” Music Video. K.O’s King Size, a collaboration with the late rapper AKA, is not just a celebration of music, but a tapestry of artistry woven with subtle messages and deep visual cues. Top 4 Subliminals In K.O Featuring AKA’s “King Size” Music Video The music video is packed with subliminal elements that honour both the legacies of these two South African icons and convey powerful messages to their fans. As we dissect the finer details of the visuals, we uncover moments that serve as a poignant reminder of their bond and…
One of the tastiest ‘Thursday Night Football’ matchups so far this year kicks off tonight with Joe Burrow and the 4-5 Cincinnati Bengals taking on the 6-3 Baltimore Ravens. In their first matchup on Oct. 6, Burrow and Lamar Jackson went toe-to-toe, combining for 740 passing yards and nine touchdowns, but the Ravens took the game 41-38 in overtime. The rematch could be a major turning point for Cincinnati, as a win for the Bengals would be their first against a team with a winning record and would bring them within one game of the Ravens and Steelers in the…
Taipei, Taiwan – Asia Pacific leaders have moved to shore up ties with Donald Trump following his re-election as president of the United States, even as questions swirl about what his return to power will mean for regional security. Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba told reporters he was looking forward to working closely with the president-elect and to “bring the Japan-US alliance and the Japan-US relations to a higher level”. On social media, Taiwanese President William Lai Ching-te and South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol also spoke of their hope for a stronger alliance with the US and a “brighter future”.…
President-elect Donald Trump’s victory in an election in which abortion rights were a heavy focus raises major questions about what might come next for abortion access in the U.S. During the final stages of his campaign, Trump said he thought states should determine their own abortion policies. But his position on the issue has varied widely — in a March interview, he signaled support for a nationwide ban on abortions after 15 weeks’ gestation, and as president, he supported a House bill that would have banned abortion nationwide after 20 weeks. During his 2016 campaign, Trump pledged to appoint Supreme Court justices who could help overturn Roe v. Wade.…
The IMF team reached a staff-level agreement with the Barbadian authorities on the completion of the fourth reviews of the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) arrangements. The IMF’s Executive Board is expected to consider both reviews in December. Barbados’ economic growth in 2024 has been robust, inflation has moderated, and the external position has continued to strengthen. The near-term economic outlook remains positive, with continued growth in the tourism and construction sectors. Implementation of the home-grown Barbados Economic Recovery and Transformation (BERT 2022) plan remains strong. The authorities continue to demonstrate their commitment to…