Nigerian music executive, Don Jazzy, has shown his kind and compassionate side by attending the 40th birthday party of his former signee, Di’ja. A heartwarming video circulating on social media platforms shows Don Jazzy and Korede Bello arriving at the celebration, where they were met with excitement and joy by Di’ja.Meanwhile, Di’ja was visibly thrilled to see Don Jazzy, and the two shared a warm and affectionate hug. Also, Korede Bello, who was in attendance, captured the touching moment, which has since gone viral.Additionally, Don Jazzy’s thoughtful gesture has melted the hearts of many. Lastly, it showcases his enduring relationship…
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When AEW burst onto the scene in 2019, it was a fresh new challenger to WWE. After years of stagnation under Vince McMahon, a large contingent of the wrestling community had grown tired of WWE’s desire to stick to a specific formula. Matches were predictable, often boring, and lacked the physicality of The Attitude era. As such, AEW’s brash approach to in-ring production and its penchant for violence helped it quickly rise to become the second-biggest wrestling promotion on the planet. However, since Paul Levesque was given more power within WWE, the company has experienced a massive resurgence and is arguably…
Mediators announce a ‘bridging proposal’ that would set the path for regional de-escalation and ending the war.The United States, Qatar and Egypt have issued a joint statement saying the mediators have put forward a “bridging proposal” that would allow the “swift” implementation of a deal that would end the war in Gaza and see the release of Israeli captives. The three countries said on Friday that ceasefire negotiations in Doha were “serious and constructive”. The current round of talks started on Thursday amid growing fears of a regional war after Israel killed a top Hezbollah commander in Beirut and Hamas’s…
A wrongful death lawsuit against Walt Disney Parks and Resorts is serving as a reminder to consumers of the importance of reading the fine print when signing up for a streaming service or smartphone app. The lawsuit was filed by the family of a New York woman who died after eating at a restaurant in Disney Springs, an outdoor dining, shopping and entertainment complex in Florida owned by Disney. Disney is arguing that the lawsuit should be dropped because the plaintiff, the woman’s husband, once signed up for a trial subscription of the Disney+ streaming service. That service, they argue,…
On the back of new discoveries in both frontier and proven basins and accelerated project rollout, Africa’s oil and gas market is projected to grow by more than 5.5% a year until 2027. Rising global demand and efforts to advance energy access and fuel security in Africa have seen a strong wave of investment flow towards oil, gas and clean energy projects, affirming the potential of the market. Amid growing global interest in African energy, a slate of national oil companies (NOC) and regulators have joined the African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energy conference – taking place November…
YoungstaCPT has released his latest project, 31 Y?ears Ahead of Time, a momentous 33rd mixtape in a trilogy that further cements his legacy in South African hip-hop. This release is more than just another addition to his discography—it’s a reflection of his personal and artistic growth, capturing a period of deep introspection, life changes, and a visionary approach to music creation. The mixtape offers a dynamic blend of futuristic sounds, poignant storytelling, and timeless messages that speak to both the present and the future of South African hip-hop. Here are 20 things you must know about this groundbreaking mixtape and…
As shared by Ryan Chichester of Audacy, former New York Jets quarterback and current WFAN radio host Boomer Esiason recently theorized that the New York Yankees can’t give All-Star outfielder Juan Soto more money per season than what team captain Aaron Judge makes via the nine-year, $360M deal he signed to stay with the organization in December 2022.It turns out that may not be a problem for Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner as Soto remains on track to reach free agency this fall. “A couple of agents suggested they believe the Yankees would prefer to limit Soto’s annual salary to Judge’s $40M, though Soto will be 4.5 years younger for…
There is a widening gap between men and women on social and political views, a global poll under Gen Z shows. What causes this phenomenon?A recent poll on Gen Z’s ideological attitudes has revealed a concerning trend: a growing divide between men and women on social and political issues. Women are increasingly identifying as liberal, while men are shifting toward more conservative views. This divide is most evident in attitudes toward gender-related issues and is not confined to a single region but is seen globally, in countries as diverse as the US, Germany, South Korea, and Tunisia. What are the…
While Hurricane Ernesto is set to pass well offshore from the New York City metro area this weekend, the tropical system will very much be felt in the area, especially along the coast. Expect dangerous rip currents and large waves — up to 9 feet on parts of Long Island — through the weekend. (Here’s why rip currents are so threatening, and what to do if you find yourself in one.) High wind gusts close to 30 mph are possible in some areas along the Jersey Shore. Ernesto’s swells, an onshore wind and a nearly full moon will combine to…
ALGERIA – Algeria’s economic recovery is strengthening and its gross domestic product (GDP), which increased by 3.6 percent in 2022 and 4.2 percent in 2023, is set to be 4.0 percent in 2024 and 3.7 percent in 2025, according to the African Development Bank Group’s Country Report 2024, which will be officially presented in Algiers in mid-September. According to the report, Algeria’s economic growth is supported by the oil and gas, industrial, construction and services sectors. Employment patterns show a move towards the services sector to the detriment of agriculture and manufacturing industry, emphasizes the report, nonetheless noting that the…