Author: THE CONNECTING NEWSPAPER

Highlife artiste Wutah Kobby, has officially dropped the first single from his much-anticipated upcoming EP. The new track, titled Dollar Dollar, offers a glimpse into the creative evolution of the award-winning artist, building excitement ahead of the full project’s release. Known for his soulful voice and compelling songwriting, Wutah Kobby’s latest offering stays true to his roots while exploring fresh sounds that are bound to resonate with fans both old and new. Listen to Dollar Dollar by Wutah Kobby The single features a blend of rich, traditional Ghanaian rhythms with contemporary afrobeat influences, a style that has defined Kobby’s career…

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They say cheaters never prosper. Well, so far, that saying is keeping true with No. 6 Ole Miss trailing SEC foe Kentucky 10-7 at halftime.OK, “cheating” may be a strong term, but the Rebels certainly seemed to get up to some shady behavior during the first half. ABC’s broadcast caught Ole Miss quarterback Jaxon Dart appearing to signal to his running back Matt Jones to hit the turf with an apparent injury. Jones then dropped to the ground, grabbing his leg. At the time, it appeared Dart and Jones were running out of time on the play clock and the…

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Hezbollah’s leader for the past 32 years, Hassan Nasrallah, has been killed in an Israeli air strike on Lebanon’s capital Beirut on Friday evening. Ali Karki, the commander of Hezbollah’s southern front, and other Hezbollah commanders were also killed in the massive air attack on Beirut’s southern suburb of Dahiyeh, the Israeli military claimed. Just more than a week ago, Israel also killed senior Hezbollah commander Ibrahim Aqil in Beirut. These events come just two months after Hamas’s political bureau chief, Ismail Haniyeh, was killed by Israel in Iran. The deaths of Nasrallah and other leaders in these unprecedented attacks…

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“Saturday Night Live” is set to set off its 50th season with host Jean Smart and musical guest Jelly Roll. Smart, the 73-year-old “Hacks” and “Designing Women” star who just won her sixth Emmy, has never hosted the NBC sketch comedy institution before in her more than 40-year career. She said on Instagram that the gig is a “bucket list” achievement for her. Former cast member Maya Rudolph is reportedly returning to the show this season to play Vice President Kamala Harris, and if recent patterns of opening episodes with politics-of-the-moment are any indication, she could be in the premiere’s…

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Ghanaian artist DarkoVibes has officially unveiled his latest project, InterContinental, a 6-track EP that highlights his signature fusion of Afrobeats, hip-hop, and highlife. The new release is a testament to DarkoVibes’ versatility and creativity, as he continues to push the boundaries of African music on the world stage. The InterContinental EP captures a mix of emotions, blending soulful themes of love and ambition with celebratory vibes. Listen to InterContinental EP by DarkoVibes on Apple Music DarkoVibes has crafted a sound that resonates with both local and global audiences, reflecting his growing influence as an artist who bridges cultural and musical…

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Ole Miss steamrolled through an easy out-of-conference schedule to begin the season, and it’s doing the same early in its 2024 SEC opener.Associated Press No. 6 Ole Miss (4-0) jumped out to a 7-0 lead on a six-play, 83-yard opening drive that lasted two minutes and nine seconds.Quarterback Jaxson Dart was 5-for-5 for 82 yards. Wide receiver Tre Harris had two receptions for 51 yards, including the biggest play of the drive, a 39-yard reception that set the Rebels up with a first-and-goal at the Wildcats’ 1-yard line. Senior running back Henry Parrish Jr. punched the ball into the end…

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Police say a manhunt has been launched after the attack in the southeast of the country, were mass shootings have lately become common.Seventeen people, including 15 women, have been killed in two houses in close proximity to each other in a rural town in South Africa, according to the police. A search was under way for the suspects, national police spokesperson Athlenda Mathe said in a statement on Saturday. The shooting took place on Friday night in the town of Lusikisiki in Eastern Cape province in southeastern South Africa. Video released by police showed the shooting occurred at two houses…

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In a coastline New Jersey community, there’s a mystery unfolding that no one seems to know the answer to: why hasn’t the big jackpot winner come forward? Back in March, the winning ticket for the billion-dollar Mega Millions jackpot was sold at a ShopRite in Neptune Township. The store that proudly boasts selling the $1.13 billion ticket still hasn’t seen anyone come forward in the past six months. “I’m surprised. This is a big deal,” James Carey, executive director of the New Jersey lottery, said. The New Jersey Lottery has a warning for the lucky winner: the clock is ticking.…

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Gospel musician Sonnie Badu recently opened up about the harsh social media criticism he faced regarding his toe injury, revealing the emotional toll it took on him. While speaking on Hitz FM’s Daybreak Hitz with Andy Dosty, the UK-based artist shared how the backlash from netizens was particularly painful but acknowledged it as part of today’s social media culture. Reflecting on the experience, Sonnie Badu expressed his disappointment, stating, “It was a bit heartbreaking, but I realized it’s the norm where people also fake stuff. So, people are used to doubting anything genuine.” He emphasized that while many assume things…

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Current Tampa Bay Buccaneers starting quarterback Baker Mayfield generated headlines when he said earlier this month that some individuals within the organization were “pretty stressed out” and “weren’t having as much fun” when Tom Brady was the club’s QB1 from 2020 through the 2022 season. During a recent chat with Greg Auman of Fox Sports, star Tampa Bay wide receiver Mike Evans spoke about how he connected with Brady both on and off the field.”It’s crazy that we had the relationship that we did,” Evans said about Brady. “We were way closer than I expected us to be. He still keeps in touch…

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