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Anne Hathaway has been named PEOPLE’s World’s Most Beautiful Cover Star for 2026, marking a powerful moment in her career defined not just by success, but by self-acceptance and growth. At 43, the Hollywood star is…
Legendary naturalist David Attenborough has returned to the story that helped define his career, with a new Netflix documentary tracing his decades-long connection to Rwanda's mountain gorillas now available to stream…
Sports fans are increasingly mourning the loss of paper tickets as stadiums across the United States move toward fully digital entry systems, with some collectors and designers working to preserve the tradition. The…
In the quiet outskirts of Dallas, BigXthaPlug stands in front of his luxury estate, choosing between high-powered SUVs before heading to the gym. It’s a scene that reflects success—but beneath it lies a journey shaped…
African music is no longer rising—it is dominating the global stage. From the explosive growth of Afrobeats to the increasing influence of African artists worldwide, the continent’s sound is reshaping the identity of…
Kanye West delivered a powerful and unforgettable performance during his second sold-out night at SoFi Stadium, bringing together some of music’s biggest names in a show that blended nostalgia, surprise, and raw…
The global entertainment industry is closing out March with a surge of high-impact releases, celebrity headlines, and viral cultural moments, where award-season aftershocks, AI-driven creativity, and social media…
In the study of Rwandan culture and history, there are individuals who transcend the label of “artist” and become living institutions of identity, memory, and unity. Today, we reflect on the passing of Ngombwa…
Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar has addressed questions about releasing his upcoming film Bhooth Bangla while Ranveer Singh’s spy action thriller Dhurandhar: The Revenge continues to dominate theatres worldwide.…
ABC has abruptly canceled the upcoming season of The Bachelorette just days before its scheduled premiere, a move projected to cost the network tens of millions of dollars and raise questions about vetting processes in…
Kigali witnessed a historic night as Doja Cat delivered an electrifying performance at BK Arena on Tuesday evening. The concert marked her first-ever performance in Africa, a continent connected to her heritage through…
On Tuesday afternoon, 17 March 2026, His Excellency President Paul Kagame received mr. A,Global Ci, and hi Mr. Evans is in the country to participate in the third edition of Move Afrika, a flagship Global Citizen…
Hollywood's biggest night of the year celebrated cinematic excellence on Sunday March 15,2026 at the 98th Academy Awards, honoring films released in 2025. "One Battle After Another" emerged as the evening's biggest…
The 98th Academy Awards opened Sunday evening at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, beginning at 5:00 p.m. PT. Ryan Coogler’s Sinners carried more nominations than any film in Oscar history into a ceremony…
Gunfire struck Rihanna ’s Beverly Hills mansion Sunday afternoon, hitting the property’s gate, an RV in the driveway, and a wall of the residence, police said. No one was injured. Los Angeles Police Department officers…
Rwandan music star Bruce Melodie is steadily carving a path toward one of the most prestigious honors in global music, the Grammy Awards. As African artists continue to dominate international charts, his ambition…
Global Citizen’s Move Afrika tour is set to return in March 2026, bringing Grammy award-winning artist Doja Cat to African stages for the first time as a headliner. But beyond the music, the tour aims to spark…
Blake Lively, the actress known for "Gossip Girl" and wife of Ryan Reynolds who is mostly known in Deadpool superhero films, and Justin Baldoni, who directed and starred in the TV series "Jane the Virgin," spent six…
Rwanda’s premier touring music festival returns June 20, bringing top artists to seven districts in a six-week celebration of rhythm, culture, and homegrown talent. The MTN Iwacu Muzika Festival, Rwanda’s largest…
What does "highest-grossing actor" mean? When we talk about the highest-grossing actors, we're measuring the total box office revenue from all the movies they've starred in throughout their careers. If you've been in…
US President Donald J. Trump has sharply criticized the Grammy Awards, calling the ceremony “unwatchable” and accusing its host, comedian Trevor Noah of making what he described as a false and defamatory statement…
Los Angeles — Kendrick Lamar made Grammy history on February 1, 2026, surpassing Jay-Z as the most-awarded rapper ever with 26 total wins at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards. The Compton rapper won four awards from his…
KIGALI, Rwanda, Feb. 1, 2026 — President Paul Kagame on Sunday said the coincidence of the National Prayer Breakfast with Heroes’ Day carries deep national significance, describing it as a timely moment for reflection…
Los Angeles — The 2026 Grammy Awards take center stage tomorrow, February 1, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, with Kendrick Lamar leading all nominees with nine nods and poised to make Grammy history. If Lamar wins…