South African students ranked last globally in mathematics and science according to the 2023 Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS).    The study assessed learners in 59 countries, and despite entering older students—grade 5 learners for the fourth-grade test and grade 9 learners for the eighth-grade test—South Africa’s scores remained the lowest.   South Africa recorded averages of …

Shares in Hong Kong jumped after a report on the meeting by the ruling Communist Party’s Politburo said leaders would “implement more active fiscal policies and moderately loose monetary policies”. ADVERTISEMENT China’s top leaders have pledged to loosen monetary policy and provide more support for the slowing economy. The pledge comes as Premier Li Qiang, the second-highest ranking politician in …

Singer M.I.A. has alleged that Jay-Z advised her to undergo plastic surgery when she signed to Roc Nation in 2012.   In a video obtained by Livebitez, she stated, “Even when I met Jay-Z and I signed to Roc Nation, the first thing he told me to do is get plastic surgery.” She emphasized her confidence by saying, “I’m not …

A pastor was subjected to a humiliating experience as members of his community paraded him before he was arrested by police for allegedly having intimate relations with a married woman in Edo state. There are conflicting reports about how the pastor was caught. Some unconfirmed reports claim he was caught in a hotel with a married female chorister. Several videos have been shared …

West Ham United striker, Michail Antonio could be forced to retire from football at the age of 34 after he suffered a car crash at the weekend.  The Hammers confirmed in a statement that the 34-year-old had endured ‘a lower limb fracture’ after a crash involving Antonio’s silver Ferrari, with the forward rushed to hospital. His potential injury recovery prognosis has …

If Nollywood had a Hall of Fame, Funke Akindele’s name would be in neon lights. This multi-talented actress, producer, and director is a force to be reckoned with in the Nigerian entertainment industry. From her humble beginnings to dominating screens with her hit films and series, Funke has proven that she’s not just a star; she’s a galaxy.  Akindele came …

A man has gone on X to disclose why he refused to board a mini bus.  The X user explained that he was about to enter the bus, known as “korope” when he saw five men inside and he changed his mind.  His tweet has been met with reactions from other X users who stated that women live with the …

The Mpumalanga Division of the High Court in South Africa has sentenced a 40-year-old man, Thulani Foshini Sikhundla to two life terms plus five years imprisonment for the brutal m8rder of his girlfriend, Dorris Alina Sibiya, and her daughter, Noxolo Simile Khoza.      The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) in a statement on Monday, December 8, 2024, said the accused …

Thousands of employees downed tools for four hours in nine German plants as the car maker and its unions opened a new round of negotiations aimed at finding a resolution to the standoff. ADVERTISEMENT Further industrial action has been taking place at Volkswagen in Germany as bosses and unions began a new round of negotiations over pay cuts and plant …

Nollywood star Osas Ighodaro has revealed an upcoming movie collaboration with Grammy-award-winning artist, Burna Boy.  In an official announcement on a podcast, the actress revealed her new project is an adventure film with three major languages.   “It’s an adventure film where we speak English, Yoruba and French. We are going through, French-speaking countries from Nigeria to Cotedviore to Benin. I …