The city of Abuja, Nigeria, witnessed a vibrant cultural resurgence with the return of the Abuja Alternate Festival (AAF) 2026, a fast-growing platform dedicated to alternative music and creative expression. Organised by Bluetooth Entertainment, the festival delivered a dynamic showcase of music, art, and industry development, reinforcing its reputation as…
ABC has abruptly cancelled Season 22 of The Bachelorette, just three days before its scheduled premiere, following the resurfacing of domestic violence allegations against TikTok star Taylor Frankie Paul. The decision marks a first in the 24-year history of the franchise. Paul, 31, who also stars in Hulu’s Secret Lives…
Police bodycam footage of pop star Justin Timberlake’s 2024 drink-driving arrest in Sag Harbor, New York, has been released following a settlement between Timberlake and the Village of Sag Harbor. The release comes after the singer had previously sued to block the footage, citing concerns over privacy and reputational harm.…
Rapper Lil Maina has revealed that his hit track ‘Kishash’ was inspired by thoughts on depression, with the aim of encouraging people to have fun and take a break from life’s struggles. Speaking on a podcast on Sunday, March 22, 2026, Lil Maina said the song reflects his personal experiences…
Actor Nicholas Brendon, best known for his role as Xander Harris on the hit 1997–2003 TV series “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” has died at the age of 54. The news was confirmed on Brendon’s verified Instagram account on Friday, March 21, 2026. According to the statement, Brendon passed away in…
The Nigerian military confirmed on Saturday that US military trainers deployed to Nigeria are operating high-powered drones for surveillance and intelligence gathering. The drones are being launched from an air base in Bauchi State. While capable of carrying out strikes, a military official stated that the drones are currently being…
Police in Mbooni East, Makueni County, have launched investigations following the suspected killing of an 11-year-old boy found dead in a lodging facility in Mbumbuni town. According to preliminary reports, a middle-aged woman had booked a room at the facility on Saturday night, accompanied by her three children. Authorities suspect…
Fifteen Kenyans evacuated from Iran due to the ongoing conflict in the region arrived safely at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on Sunday morning, the State Department for Diaspora Affairs confirmed. The group, which transited through Türkiye before returning to Kenya, was received by officials led by Peter Burugu, representing Diaspora…
Anthony Muheria, the Catholic Archbishop of Nyeri, has urged political leaders to “mature up” and refrain from trading verbal insults, warning that public spats between government and opposition figures are diverting attention from the real issues affecting Kenyans. Archbishop Muheria criticised the growing culture of public exchanges, saying it is…
Han Zheng, the vice president of the People’s Republic of China, is scheduled to visit Kenya from March 22 to March 30, 2026, as part of a broader African tour that will also include Seychelles and South Africa. The visit to Kenya comes at the invitation of Deputy President Kithure…