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Nigeria’s Chidinma Adetshina, has made history by emerging as the first runner-up at the 73rd Miss Universe pageant held in Mexico City, Mexico on Saturday, November 16, 2024.    Miss Denmark, Victoria Kjaer Theilvig, was crowned the 2024 Miss Universe.    Theilvig triumphed over 124 contestants from around the globe to win the title and will succeed Sheynnis Palacios of …

At the heart of every film festival lies a few standout works that capture the spirit of the event and resonate deeply with audiences and critics alike. This year at the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF), one such film was the feature-length masterpiece directed by Afolabi Olalekan, which earned the Jury Award. His film, which swept audiences off their feet …

The 18th edition of The Future Awards Africa tagged ‘Celebrating the Great and Daring’ honoured achievements of young Africans who are breaking boundaries and reshaping the continent’s future through technology, media and other ways. The nominees for the Prize for Film included Akinkunle Michael Akinrogunde (AMA Psalmist), Praise Onyeagwalam (Director Pink), Tola Okodugha, Fadamana Okwong, Feyifunmi Oginni of which Akinkunle …

In a groundbreaking moment at this year’s African Film Festival, British-Nigerian rapper Skepta took home the prestigious Audience Choice Award for his debut film Tribal Mark. The award, voted on by festival attendees, is a testament to the rapper’s creative talents and the impact his film had on viewers. For the British rapper, music was just the beginning of his …

England’s Paul Waring held off a stellar field to win the Abu Dhabi Championship, claiming just his second title on the European Tour and first in six years. The 39-year-old beat countryman Tyrell Hatton by two shots, closing with a six-under-par 66 at Yas Links to finish on 24 under. Race to Dubai leader Rory McIlroy shot a 64 to …

Britain’s Mark Cavendish, the most successful sprinter in cycling history, ended his career with victory in the Tour de France Criterium in Singapore. The 39-year-old from the Isle of Man, who said on Saturday that this would be his final race before retirement, triumphed in a sprint finish to end a 19-year career. Cavendish wore race number 35 to mark …

With over three nominations, Uzoamaka Onuoha stood out for her role in Agemo. Directed by Moshood Abiola Obatula, the film follows Agatha as she navigates a dangerous and mysterious world and highlights the challenges faced by women. The supernatural feature explores themes of manipulation, power dynamics, and the consequences of exploiting the vulnerable. Onuoha who plays the lead character is …

Just weeks before the election, Ross hosted Trump in a widely viewed live-stream session, where he publicly endorsed the former president. He declared his support for the Republican in a series of his livestreams. In August, he visited Trump at his Florida resort, Mar-a-Lago, where he went live on Kick with the now 47th U.S. President. During the visit, Trump …

The US stock market, Elon Musk’s Tesla, banks and bitcoin all stormed higher as investors bet on what Donald Trump’s return to the White House will mean for the economy and world. ADVERTISEMENT Among the losers were solar-power companies and potentially anyone worried about higher inflation. The S&P 500 was up by 2.2% in afternoon trading and on track to …

American streamer and social media influencer, Adin Ross has won a $1.6 million payout after betting on Donald Trump to win the US presidential election.   Adin Ross disclosed on his social media accounts on Tuesday that he had placed a $1 million wager on the Republican candidate ahead of Election Day.       On Wednesday he revealed that …