Loki Thrilled As “Amaphanta” Visualizer Shot On iPhone Takes Off. In a delightful turn of events, Loki is overjoyed as his latest music video for the hit single “Amaphanta,” shot entirely on an iPhone, gains remarkable popularity. Loki Thrilled As “Amaphanta” Visualizer Shot On iPhone Takes Off Loki recently took to Instagram to express his gratitude and excitement for the tremendous support his latest creative visualizer has garnered. As the video climbs into the top 30 trends on YouTube, Loki’s celebration highlights the impressive reception and engagement it has achieved. His post not only thanks his fans for their enthusiasm…
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Iraq is proposing a law change which could allow girls as young as nine to get married, rolling back decades of social progress.The Middle Eastern country’s government is considering changing clause 188 of the Personal Status Law of 1959, First Post has reported. This would allow citizens to choose either religious authorities or the civil judiciary to decide on family affairs, according to AFP. A particular worry is the potential for this to roll back the potential minimum age of marriage to be younger than 18. Protests are now being held against changing the law, which was considered revolutionary for the Middle East…
The Mariners announced that outfielder Julio Rodriguez has been reinstated from the 10-day injured list. ESPN’s Buster Olney (X link) reported earlier Sunday that Seattle intended to activate Rodriguez in time for Sunday’s game with the Mets. Infielder Ryan Bliss was optioned to Triple-A in the corresponding move.A collision with the outfield wall left Rodriguez with a right high ankle sprain back on July 21, and he was placed on the IL a couple of days later. As recently as Saturday, reports indicated that Rodriguez wasn’t expected to play Sunday, yet the Mariners were considering him day-to-day due to some…
Medical charity MSF warns of urgent need to protect civilians caught up in escalating conflict in western Rakhine State.More Rohingya are arriving in Bangladesh from Myanmar with war-related injuries amid escalating conflict between the military and the Arakan Army (AA) in western Rakhine State, according to international medical group Doctors without Borders, known by its French initials MSF. MSF said its teams in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, treated 39 people for conflict-related injuries including mortar shell injuries and gunshot wounds in the four days leading up to August 7. More than 40 percent of the injured were women and children, it…
UPDATE: OLIVIA REEVES WINS GOLD. It has been 24 years since women were first allowed to compete in weightlifting at the Olympics. Team USA’s Olivia Reeves was just 3 years old when Tara Nott-Cunningham won the country’s first and only gold. Now, 21-year-old Reeves is aiming to break a world record at the Paris Olympics and if everything goes to plan, she could make history on her way to becoming one of the greatest weightlifters in U.S. history. Reeves is competing in the women’s 71kg session on Friday, Aug. 9, at 1:30 p.m. ET. You can stream live on Peacock…
The National Eritrean Festival 2024, which also marks the 50th anniversary of the Bologna Festival, was inaugurated by President Isaias Afwerki yesterday. The opening ceremony, held in the morning, saw the attendance of Ministers, senior Government and the People’s Front for Democracy and Justice (PFDJ) officials, members of the diplomatic corps, and numerous guests. President Isaias toured the festival grounds, viewing exhibits on agricultural advancements, renewable energy, tourism, and marine resources. The displays also highlighted Eritrea’s history, culture, and the everyday lives of citizens. Further enriching the festival were showcases including a book fair, handicrafts, products from the Livestock and…
Jay Jody Drops “Red & Blue” Music Video Featuring 25K. Jay Jody is effortlessly showcasing a smooth and polished album rollout, demonstrating a remarkable ease in his approach following the success of his debut solo album, Shine O’clock. His ability to navigate this phase with such fluidity speaks to his growing confidence and refined strategy as an artist. Jay Jody Drops “Red & Blue” Music Video Featuring 25K The seamless transition from the acclaim of his debut to his current efforts highlights Jay Jody‘s skilful management of his music career and his commitment to maintaining high standards of creativity and…
AEW started the new year with a bang, adding multiple big names to its roster. However, the additions haven’t had the desired effect. The company’s television ratings continue to drop while its in-arena attendance is becoming a serious cause for concern. Part of those issues can be placed firmly at Tony Khan’s feet due to the company’s well-documented issues with booking over the last six months. Comparatively, WWE’s vastly improved product has continued to draw fans back to its programming. Here’s a look at how each of AEW’s big three additions has performed over their first six to eight months with…
Hollywood actor Tom Cruise abseiled from the roof of the Stade de France as Paris said farewell to an Olympic Games hailed as one of the most successful. Cruise descended on a wire in front of 71,500 spectators on Sunday evening, grabbed the Olympic flag and jumped on a motorbike, to the delight of athletes and fans. In a preview of what the world can expect when the games head to Los Angeles in 2028, the “Mission Impossible” star was then shown boarding a plane and skydiving into the Californian city before adorning the iconic Hollywood sign with the Olympic…
The U.S. men’s volleyball team won the bronze medal at the 2024 Olympics after beating Italy on Friday in their final match in Paris. The United States won in straight sets (3-0) with a total score of 81-75 over Italy. The match was as close as the total score would suggest. Each set was just decided by the minimum two points and neither team ever led by more than three points in the first two sets. USA’s Aaron Russell led scoring for the team with 15 points, 24 attacks, and 10 blocks. Torey DeFalco had 12 points, 32 attacks, and…