In his first six months in office, Gov. Jeff Landry has pushed a broad conservative agenda that is altering Louisiana’s cultural landscape, from abortion rights to criminal justice to education. That culminated this week with his signing of the first law in the nation mandating that the Ten Commandments be posted in every public school classroom in the state. “If you…
A teenager in China performed so well in a math contest, she defeated A.I. — as well as students from prestigious universities including MIT, Stanford, and Princeton. The outpouring of support and shock for the 17-year-old fashion design student was fueled by her humble academic background. Vocational schools in China are not known for academic…
At least 39 people were killed by Israeli strikes across northern Gaza on Saturday, as rescue workers scrambled to find survivors beneath the rubble, according to Palestinian and hospital officials. Fadel Naem, director of the al-Ahli Hospital in Gaza City, told The Associated Press that more than three dozen bodies arrived at the hospital. The…
The World Bank has supported the Oyo government with N3.5 billion grant for the renovation of 105 public primary schools across the state. According to NAN, Seyi Makinde, the Oyo governor, presented the cheques to representatives of some of the beneficiary schools at a symposium on Friday. Makinde, who was represented by Bayo Lawal, his deputy, said…
Rema and Shallipopi, the Nigerian singers, have teamed up for a new single titled ‘Benin Boys’. The 24-year-old Benin-born artistes announced the song’s release on streaming platforms on Friday. In ‘Benin Boys’, Rema and Shallipopi brag about their success as well as their rich culture, values, and people. “Touchdown Benin boys, gen-gen-gen/ Money yapa, money repete confirm/…
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has warned Nigerians against the activities of some unauthorised websites harvesting people’s data. The websites are idfinder.com.ng, Verify.ng, championtech.com.ng, trustyonline.com, and anyverify.com. The NIMC gave the warning in a statement signed by Kayode Adegoke, its head of corporate communications, on Saturday. On June 20, Paradigm Initiative, a pan-African social…
‘Weight of Loyalty’, a film produced by Kanayo O Kanayo, the Nollywood star, has been released on YouTube. The movie, which was premiered on the streaming platform on Friday, features actors such as Miriam Ogbonna, Miwa Olorunfemi, and Ichie Fuegbo. “Do you believe in FRIENDSHIP? This love will test your LOYALTY. Find out in this sizzling, hot movie…
In a recent interview on CLUB911 RADIO SHOW on 99.1fm Nigerian police radio Abuja, Timmy Adeoti sat down with DJSD to discuss his beloved talking drum. The conversation was a fascinating journey into Timmy’s world of music, culture, and inspiration. The Talking Drum: A Symbol of Heritage Timmy Adeoti, a talented musician and cultural enthusiast,…
Taylor Swift started her first of eight “Eras Tour” shows in London on Friday night — and the British city is already ready for it. The official X account for the royal family posted a video of the British Army performing a rendition of Swift’s “Shake It Off” during the June 21 Changing the Guard at…
Burna Boy, the award-winning Afrofusion star, is set to hold his first-ever music festival in Port Harcourt, Rivers state. The ‘Last Last’ hitmaker announced the five-day concert in his native city during an Instagram live session on Friday. Burna Boy revealed that the festival will be held between December 21 and 25. “We are trying to push the…
