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During an Oscar campaign, the phone never stops. There are meetings, events, calls, and interviews. Taraji P. Henson says she experienced that constant motion for months after her Oscar nomination for "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button." Then the Oscars ended, and everything stopped. No calls. No invites. No new jobs. She had made just $150,000 from the movie. After taxes and her team’s cut (30%) much less was left. She had also spent five months filming with no other job, while her son’s school cost $30,000 a year. Then Tyler Perry called. He offered her the lead role in "I Can Do Bad All By Myself." Some people on her team asked why she would do a Tyler Perry movie after an Oscar nomination. Her answer was very clear: Nobody else had offered her a lead role. Tyler Perry also told her to ask for more money. She has said she did not even know what her worth was. The check was $500,000. She has called it the first time Hollywood paid her fairly. The ...

BREAKING NEWS: I am pleased to announce that the United States of America has entered into an Agreement with The Kingdom of Denmark, and Greenland, that gives the United States permanent control over security, and all other needs, in Greenland, completely addressing ALL of our many U.S. concerns. There will be NO COST to the United States! At my direction, we worked with representatives of Denmark and Greenland to guarantee that the United States will FOREVER have the complete ability to do what is necessary in Greenland in order to secure and defend the security of Greenland, and the United States of America. Additionally, from now on, no U.S. adversary can EVER have a base in Greenland, have a military presence in Greenland, or make sensitive investments in Greenland, without our express written approval. For over 100 years, Presidents have known the strategic importance of Greenland, but NONE of them were able to do anything about it. I am proud to be the President that permanent...

Wrexham have released a cheeky advert for their shirt sponsor FireFox ahead of their Championship clash with Southampton, who are still facing plenty of backlash for last season's 'spygate' saga 👀 Owners Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds can be seen appearing from behind a tree as they discuss their sponsor's privacy policy 🕵️‍♂️🌳 In the advert they make digs towards searching "How to run a football club", insisting the browser isn't just for people in Wrexham, but in "Oxford and and Middlesbrough" too, both clubs who were watched from the bushes by Southampton's intern 😬 Finally, they sign it off by watching a video of "Southampton's pickleball team" 🫣 ... We'll see how this one plays out 🤣 📸 Wrexham AFC

Sonya Massey called 911 because she believed someone was outside her home. Instead of receiving the help she had requested, the 36-year-old Black mother was fatally shot inside her Springfield, Illinois, home by a sheriff’s deputy. It happened shortly after midnight on July 6, 2024. Sangamon County deputies Sean Grayson and another deputy responded to Massey’s call about a possible prowler. They searched around the property and found nothing suspicious before speaking with Massey at her door. The deputies entered the home. Inside, Grayson noticed a pot of water on the stove and told Massey to move it. She picked it up. What happened next was captured on body-camera footage. Massey said, “I rebuke you in the name of Jesus.” Grayson interpreted her words and actions as a threat. He drew his firearm and ordered her to put down the pot. Massey apologized and ducked behind a counter. During the confusion, she appeared to raise the pot again. Grayson fired three shots. One str...

Footballer Michail Antonio has been found guilty of failing to identify the driver of his Lamborghini supercar when it was suspected of involvement in a motoring offence in central London. The former West Ham striker, 36, was charged by the Metropolitan Police with failing to assist an investigation when his car had been spotted being driven without due care and attention late at night in Pall Mall last November. Antonio told Uxbridge Magistrates' Court he was not the driver that night, having allowed his Lamborghini to be loaned out by his cousin while he was away in Manchester. The star claimed he had not received the initial police letter, asking for the driver's identity, suggesting it was lost in the post. And he gave evidence that he was 'shocked' to discover, in February, that he had been charged with a failure to identify the driver. Antonio told the court he left his cousin to reply to the charge, and believes he then provided details of the guilty driv...

Dr. Dre and Eminem got their money back in no time! 🐐🤑 50 Cent’s debut album “Get Rich Or D*e Tryin’” sold so fast that he was able to repay the label’s investment back in less than a month. The numbers were unreal: 872,000 copies sold in its first five days, followed by 822,000 in week two, one of the smallest second-week drops ever for a blockbuster album. No wonder the first royalty checks were absolutely insane.

Here are 10 African Netflix movies and series you should watch if you loved ‘The Polygamist’. These picks explore themes like complicated relationships, marriage, infidelity, desire, secrets and betrayal. The list includes 'Fatal Seduction', 'A Sunday Affair,' 'Country Queen', 'The Perfect Picture: Ten Years Later,' 'Fifty', 'Ijakumo: The Born Again Stripper', 'Umjolo: The Gone Girl', 'Nafsi', 'A Taste of Sin' and 'Perfect Strangers'. Save this post for the next time you’re looking for something to watch on Netflix. #africanfolder

West Ham midfielder Edson Alvarez says he 'categorically rejects' allegations linking him to an alleged kidnapping plot. Mexican film-maker Juan Jose Lopez Ordonez had publicly made the allegations earlier this week in an interview with TVNotas. Ordonez claimed he was kidnapped in November 2024, with two people forcing their way into his car before blindfolding him and threatening him with weapons. He stated that his attackers had also inserted a syringe into his neck, with his kidnappers claiming they were acting under orders from Alvarez's then father-in-law Jonathan Toache Bedolla. Ordonez said bystanders had helped him to escape and that he reported the incident to the police. He claimed Alvarez was not directly involved in his kidnapping but was aware of the plot. The filmmaker alleged he is owed 3.5million pesos (£152,000) by Alvarez following working on a documentary about the Mexico captain, which was claimed to have been produced ahead of the 2022 World C...

Michael Olise delivered one of the most Michael Olise interviews to have ever existed after Bayern's Champions League thrashing over Bodø/Glimt 😭🎙️ Speaking with DAZN, Mr. Nonchalant himself got straight to the point with every answer he gave the reporter 😅 🎤 'How does it feel to score such brilliant goals?' 🤷‍♂️ "I dunno." 🎤 'How does it happen, is it from the inside or do you think about it?' 👍 "I shoot and sometimes it goes in, sometimes it doesn't." 🎤 'What makes you happy, what do you love? Scoring goals? Winning?' 🗣️ "Yeah."

Deco has explained why Anthony Gordon was deemed the 'best fit' for Barcelona following his £70million move from Newcastle United this summer💰 Gordon, who arrived joined Barcelona just weeks after representing England at the World Cup, has already made a positive start to life in Spain, chalking up five assists from four LaLiga appearances so far. Barcelona had the option to sign Marcus Rashford for £26m following his loan spell at the Nou Camp last season, but the Catalan giants ultimately opted to sign Gordon instead, forcing the Manchester United star to return to Old Trafford ahead of the 2026-27 campaign. Opening up on Barcelona's transfer strategy during the summer transfer window, sporting director Deco explained how Gordon was signed to bring 'energy' to Hansi Flick's squad after the club noticed a weakness in the side last season. 'One of the things we saw that was difficult last year was the fact that, when we were without Raphinha, the tea...

Michael Jackson now has six songs in Spotify's official Billions Club 1. Billie Jean 2. Beat It 3. Smooth Criminal 4. Thriller 5. Rock With You 6. Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough

Kerolin Nicoli didn't expect to roll down the window to explain herself 🚗 The Brazilian forward, signed last week from Manchester City for the women's team of FC Barcelona, came across a group of fans this morning who surrounded her car at the training ground. They were all shouting a single name: Raphinha. They were convinced that the Brazilian star from the first team was refusing to greet the children waiting for him. Faced with their insistence, Kerolin had no choice but to clear up the misunderstanding right there: "I'm not Raphinha, I'm a woman," she told them before leaving the scene 😅 The moment was as awkward as it was funny.

In 1996, 14-year-old Tanya Kach vanished from McKeesport, Pennsylvania, after being groomed by Thomas Hose, a school security guard. Hose hid her in his second-story bedroom for four years where she lived in total isolation, using a bucket as a toilet and enduring severe psychological control. In 2000, he introduced her to his family under a fake identity, yet she remained trapped by fear and strict surveillance until March 2006, when she finally confided in a grocery store owner who helped authorities rescue her. Hose was eventually sentenced to 15 years in prison, while Tanya rebuilt her life as a college graduate, author, and advocate for survivors.

Before Sylvester Stallone became one of Hollywood’s biggest action stars, there was a time when he was struggling financially and trying to survive. One of the most famous stories from his early years involves selling his beloved dog because he could not afford to feed him. After eventually finding success, Stallone reportedly bought the dog back for $15,000. Whether you focus on the money or the emotional meaning behind the story, it represents a powerful reminder of how dramatically life can change. The person struggling today may be living a completely different story tomorrow. 🐶❤️ #SylvesterStallone #SuccessStory #Motivation #fblifestyles

📊 If Man United beat Everton this weekend - Michael Carrick will become just the 𝐬𝐢𝐱𝐭𝐡 manager to record 𝟒𝟓+ points in their first 20 Premier League matches in charge.

Man builds drone cabin to help unrest bird experience the sky again. 🐦🚁 A touching story from the Philippines highlights how one owner found a creative way to help his unrest bird reconnect with the world. After the bird lost its ability to move and fly normally, daily life became limited. Wanting to restore some of that lost experience, the owner began working on a simple but thoughtful solution. He designed a lightweight, transparent cabin attached to a small drone, allowing the bird to sit safely while being lifted into the air. The setup was carefully made to ensure comfort and stability, giving the bird a chance to feel the breeze and view the surroundings once again. The moment has drawn attention as an example of care and dedication. Observers say it shows how small acts of innovation can bring joy and improve quality of life. While not replacing natural flight, the effort reflects a deep connection between people and animals. #fblifestyle #photography #community #Anima...

In 1978, workers dredging England’s Chesterfield Canal found a heavy chain lying on the bottom and decided to remove it. They eventually pulled it free with their dredger, along with a large wooden block attached to the end. They had accidentally removed a drainage plug installed when the canal was built in 1777. The water poured into the nearby River Idle, draining an entire section of the canal and leaving boats stranded on the bottom. #BritishHistory #CanalHistory #Engineering #HistoryTidbits

The woman in this record is Samantha Ramsdell of Connecticut, who was recognized by Guinness World Records for having the largest mouth gape among women. Her maximum gape was officially measured at 6.52 centimeters, or about 2.56 inches, between her upper and lower teeth. What makes the record unusual is that it is not based on the width of her smile but on the vertical opening of her jaw. The measurement is taken under controlled conditions and verified by specialists before Guinness accepts it as a world record. Ramsdell first gained widespread attention on social media, where viewers were astonished by how far she could open her mouth. The viral attention eventually led to official measurements and Guinness recognition. The ability is largely linked to the natural structure of her jaw, facial bones, and temporomandibular joints rather than any special training. While it appears extraordinary, it is considered a rare anatomical variation rather than a medical condition.

Former Premier League striker Peter Odemwingie has warned Sky Sports, West Bromwich Albion and Queens Park Rangers that he is considering legal action over his infamous failed transfer on deadline day in 2013. Odemwingie was at the centre of one of the most bizarre deadline day stories of all time when he was interviewed by reporters from through his car window outside QPR's Loftus Road stadium, believing he had completed a move to the London club. It later emerged that QPR and West Brom, Odemwingie's club at the time, had failed to agree a transfer fee for the Nigerian striker and the proposed move collapsed just minutes before the 11pm deadline, ultimately sending him back to the Baggies. Odemwingie was subsequently disciplined by West Brom for his actions and criticised by the club's then-chairman Jeremy Peace, who described his conduct as 'wholly unprofessional'. The incident has since been repeatedly retold and replayed by media outlets, becoming a last...

Davido shares how he connected his father with the World Bank president during the World Cup. During an interview, the singer shared that his father had been trying to get in touch with the World Bank president because of a business deal. According to Davido, he eventually met the World Bank president at a hotel during the World Cup, where the official recognised him after watching his performance. He recalled: "My dad, he's been trying to, because he has a lot of friends in high places, he's been trying to look for the president of, like, the World Bank or something. Funny, he's been trying to get to the guy. The guy is at the World Cup, sees me in the hotel. This is one of the most defining moments of my life. He sees me in the hotel and says, 'Oh Davido, I enjoyed your performance. I'm the president of the World Bank.' I said, 'Oh, hold on. Hello, Daddy. I have the president of the World Bank.' 'Oh, give him the phone.' gave him th...

Before Zendaya became a global icon, her parents gambled everything on a dream, risking their own financial stability to give her a single shot at success. When she was just a child, her father took a terrifying leap, quitting his stable teaching job to navigate auditions with her in Los Angeles. Meanwhile, her mother stayed behind in Oakland, silently carrying the emotional and physical burden of working two grueling jobs to fund the family's survival and expensive cross-state trips. For a year, they lived on the razor's edge of hope and exhaustion. Then, at thirteen, Zendaya landed Disney’s Shake It Up. Her family’s immense sacrifice didn't just launch a historic career; it proved that the most powerful force in Hollywood isn't fame—it is the fierce, unconditional love of parents who refuse to let their child's light go unnoticed.

The mechanical eyes of the Flock Safety license plate readers hung over Bernalillo County like a shadow. The county had officially canceled the contract after intense public backlash, yet weeks later, the camera towers still stood—unblinking and active. Across the country, a dark reality about this AI surveillance had bled into the light. These weren't just neutral tools; rogue police officers nationwide were being caught weaponising the network to track, spy on, and relentlessly stalk their ex-partners. The very people trusted with the keys to the dragnet were using them to turn private lives into personal prey.S eeing the silent towers still operational, Albuquerque resident Jevon Martinez decided the wait was over. Armed with tools and absolute defiance, he began tearing down the structures one by one, loading the heavy components into his pickup truck. He livestreamed the liberation to social media. "Since BCSO is busy... I went ahead and helped you out," Mart...

The mechanical eyes of the Flock Safety license plate readers hung over Bernalillo County like a shadow. The county had officially canceled the contract after intense public backlash, yet weeks later, the camera towers still stood—unblinking and active. Across the country, a dark reality about this AI surveillance had bled into the light. These weren't just neutral tools; rogue police officers nationwide were being caught weaponising the network to track, spy on, and relentlessly stalk their ex-partners. The very people trusted with the keys to the dragnet were using them to turn private lives into personal prey.S eeing the silent towers still operational, Albuquerque resident Jevon Martinez decided the wait was over. Armed with tools and absolute defiance, he began tearing down the structures one by one, loading the heavy components into his pickup truck. He livestreamed the liberation to social media. "Since BCSO is busy... I went ahead and helped you out," Mart...

Dangote Refinery's IPO is set to launch in the next 10-12 days, marking a significant event for Nigeria’s stock market. The refinery plans to offer 4.1 billion shares at 525 naira ($0.40) per share, potentially raising about $1.5 billion. A 15% greenshoe option will be available, allowing extra shares to be sold if the IPO is oversubscribed. The IPO has attracted interest from stock exchanges in several African countries, which are discussing ways to give their investors access to the share sale.

Activist and social commentator Verydarkman has reacted to reports that actress Regina Daniels has returned to her estranged husband, Ned Nwoko. In a social media post, he recalled how he was criticised and called different names after previously supporting Nwoko during the couple’s marital crisis. He said: "Alright, so we are going to acknowledge the elephant in the room. Regina Daniels, I've gone back to the husband. I'm very, very happy because I want to see you people make posts again. A lot of you made posts that time. I remember when they bashed me, they insulted me! There's nothing they no talk. He's a misogynist. He hates women. He do this, he do that. Somebody said Regina Daniels only went back because of her children. She no see the children before she go. Why she no care about the children so much to stay before? If na poor man she go come back? She don go. There's nothing there. She has to come back. I'll rub it on you people's face...

A GOODBYE AFTER 15 YEARS😭 Pablo García is 20 years old and had lived at Betis’s training complex since he was 5. That’s where he learned to play, where he became the all-time leading scorer in the youth ranks, where he made his first-team debut, and where he played in a U-20 World Cup wearing Spain’s jersey. On September 1, the final day of the transfer window, all of that came to an abrupt end: the club sold him to free up room on the wage bill and register Dani Ceballos, who was returning from Real Madrid. García said goodbye to his teammates and left in the car driven by his own mother. Cameras caught them both crying—her behind the wheel and him unable to hide what he was feeling. Betis kept a percentage of any future sale and a right of first refusal, as if it knew that one day it might need him back.

Carlos Barragán noticed that his mother was feeling lonely and suggested that she download Tinder. He never imagined that idea would open the door to years of pain. Silvia, 55 and divorced for nearly a decade, met “Brian” on the app, a supposed American soldier stationed in Syria who promised to move in with her in Spain. Carlos, an investigative journalist in Madrid, traced his emails and discovered that the IP address was not coming from any military barracks, but from Nigeria. What followed was a four-year journey. He flew to Lagos, entered the Ikotun neighborhood, and there a contact named Biggie showed him the world of the “Yahoo Boys.” He expected to find sophisticated criminals; instead, he found young people with no education or money, also trapped in a network that exploits them. That discovery became his book, and a question that still haunts him: who is really the victim when deception is born of poverty?

Nearly 30 years after Tupac Shakur’s death, a Las Vegas jury has found Duane “Keffe D” Davis guilty of first-degree murder. Prosecutors said Davis orchestrated the 1996 attack and supplied the weapon, although they did not accuse him of firing the fatal shots. He now faces a possible life sentence. Tupac was only 25 years old. This is the first murder conviction in one of hip-hop’s most haunting cases. #TupacShakur #KeffeD #HipHopNews #BreakingNews