Blinken plays Rockin' in the Free World at bar in Ukraine

Blinken plays Rockin' in the Free World at bar in Ukraine.

Juta and Bowmans launch tax podcast series

Juta & Company and Bowmans are proud to announce the launch of Tax Matters – Let’s Talk Tax, a podcast series dedicated to engaging discussions on topical South African tax issues, led by Bowmans experts. From tax planning strategies to regulatory updates, the series promises to cover a wide spectrum of topics relevant to businesses navigating the complexities of taxation and the law, helping them to stay compliant and thrive.“Teaming up with...

Mandela: Life set for global release in April 2025

The Nelson Mandela Foundation has authorised a five-part docu-series on Nelson Mandela’s life, set for a global release in April 2025.Image by Andrew ZuckermanMandela: Life, a working title, will be Nelson Mandela’s own story ‘in his own words, narrated in his voice’.Directed by acclaimed South African film-maker Mandla Dube, the series is uniquely authorized by the Nelson Mandela Foundation with exclusive permission to archivally recreate...

The 20 best sitcoms from the '00s

The '00s were positively packed with excellent sitcoms that turned the notion of what it means to be a situational comedy on its head. Flip through the gallery below for 20 of the decade's best.

Prince Harry and Meghan’s Archewell Foundation no longer listed as ‘delinquent’

Prince Harry and Meghan’s Archewell Foundation no longer listed as ‘delinquent’ - California’s Registry of Charities and Fundraisers had listed Archewell as ‘delinquent’ but now it has emerged the made their proper payments last year

The best movies with plot twists

The 25 most insufferable characters in film history

In this life, you'll meet all kinds of people. Some will be delightful, some will be infuriating and a precious few will check that box marked "insufferable." You know the type.

Two DEI deans at MIT are serial plagiarists, lawsuit claims

Two of MIT's post-George Floyd summer DEI dean hires have been accused of plagiarizing significant portions of their graduate thesis.

A mafia hitman, a mobster and a newly-released inmate: Who killed James Whitey Bulger?

A mafia hitman, a mobster and a newly-released inmate: Who killed James Whitey Bulger? - JAMES ‘WHITEY’ BULGER: Almost four years after he was savagely beaten to death in federal prison, three men were charged with the murder of James ‘Whitey’ Bulger. Now, they’ve reached a plea deal with prosecutors. Rachel Sharp reports on the men who killed the notorious mafia boss and the many unanswered questions that still remain

10 Underrated Elton John Songs

Be sure to add these to your playlist.

Giraffe Creative Awards 2024 winners announced

The Giraffe Creative Awards are hosted by Publicis Groupe Africa (PGA) annually to acknowledge the creative work from the agencies within the Groupe in Africa as well as its network of partner and affiliate agencies across the continent. Here are this year’s winners.The 2024 Giraffe Creative Awards were announced at the Publicis Groupe Africa’s 2024 re_fresh conference on 6 May after a rigorous judging process with a jury from around the...

Grace Jones’s Career in Photos

The legendary model, actress, and singer is one of a kind

Who is Jonathan Yeo? Meet King Charles' portrait artist

Jonathan Yeo, 53, is behind the portrait of the King, depicting him in the uniform of the Welsh Guards' in a blaze of scarlet and fiery red hues said to emulate the transition of a butterfly.

All the allegations against Miss Universe leadership as latest beauty queen declines crown

All the allegations against Miss Universe leadership as latest beauty queen declines crown - Pageant queens Noelia Voigt and UmaSofia Srivastava announced they were stepping down from their respective positions, writes Mike Bedigan

Leonardo DiCaprio's Look Has Evolved Since His Days On 'Growing Pains'

Here, we revisit every Leo incarnation since he entered the spotlight in 1989.

20 songs that should have won a Grammy

You could make a pretty good playlist out of the songs that should have won a Grammy but didn’t. From the Wall of Sound to the 11th-biggest single of 2013, here are some of the best songs the Grammys missed over the years that still resonate today.

Dutch artist expelled from Eurovision Song Contest is likely to face charges, Swedish police say

Dutch artist expelled from Eurovision Song Contest is likely to face charges, Swedish police say - Swedish police say the Dutch contestant in the Eurovision Song Contest who was dramatically expelled from the competition hours before the finale will likely be charged for making illegal threats

Mohammed Amra ‘The Fly’: Everything we know about ‘drug boss’ inmate on the run after armed ambush

Mohammed Amra ‘The Fly’: Everything we know about ‘drug boss’ inmate on the run after armed ambush - Mohamed Amra was being transported from court to a jail in Evreux when his prison van was ambushed

People You Didn’t Know Were in Marvel Movies

The Marvel Cinematic Universe employs even more of Hollywood than you expect! Do you know all of these celebrity appearances in Marvel films over the years?

22 notable musicians and bands from Dallas, Texas

Flip through the slideshow for a look at artists that were born, raised, or otherwise lived in Dallas, and don't be surprised if there are a few names on this list that shock you.

Cross official teaser trailer

Based on James Paterson's Alex Cross novels.

20 underrated bands from the 1990s

Here's our list, in alphabetical order, of 20 bands from the 1990s who didn't quite receive their full due.

18 Amazing Photos of Carrie Underwood in Concert

Bet you forgot that she performed alongside Celine Dion.

The 30 most memorable Lollapalooza performances

Lolla has endured a rocky history of controversies, cancellations, poor ticket sales, venue and format changes, international appearances, and even an extended hiatus. Yet, there are performances that we continue to discuss for better or worse. Here are 30 of the more notable performances listed in chronological order.

Sheriff faces questions from Arkansas lawmakers over 'Netflix' series filmed at county jail

Sheriff faces questions from Arkansas lawmakers over 'Netflix' series filmed at county jail - Arkansas lawmakers are questioning a sheriff's decision to allow a Netflix documentary series to be filmed at a county jail

The Ultimate Guide to Festivals Celebrating Latin Music in 2024 (Updating)

From Sueños to Governors Ball and Bilbao BBK Live, here are the best lineups this year.

The Greatest Music Stars To Ever Play Las Vegas

Some of the industry’s biggest names have graced the stage in Sin City.

Large queues form outside Co-op Live as venue hosts first gig

The problem-plagued Co-op Live arena finally launches with Elbow gig after being forced to call off three concerts at the last minute. Shows by Olivia Rodrigo and Peter Kay were cancelled earlier this month because of concerning structural issues.

Ranking Our Favorite Jennifer Lopez Music Videos

Honestly, they all deserve the #1 spot.

The best dance songs of all time

Movies where the bad guys were actually right

The antagonist is a key element in any narrative. After all, the protagonist needs an obstacle to overcome, right? But what if some movie antagonists were right all along? What if some movie villains, deep down, had a valid point and legitimate reasons for their actions? Sometimes things aren't so black and white, so in this gallery, we're going to delve into the nuances of some movie characters who are, apparently, bad guys. Ready to look at villains from a different perspective? Click on.

The 18 most controversial songs in country music history

Even though country music is mostly known as a genre that revels in nostalgia, it's not completely devoid of controversy and hard-hitting subject matter. Flip through the slideshow below for a look at the genre's most controversial tunes.

15 Famous Country Singers and Their Biggest Hits

Loretta Lynn, Willie Nelson, and Garth Brooks are among the top country artists who have reshaped the genre over their illustrious careers.

Cancelled show becomes one of Netflix’s biggest hits

Beloved movies from the 1970s that still hold up today

Life moves pretty fast. Forty-plus years ago, moviegoers were flipping out over Great White Sharks, xenomorphs and Hells Angels. They worshipped Paul Newman, Robert Redford, Richard Pryor, Barbara Streisand and Marlon Brando.

20 late career albums that were surprisingly great

Even in the twilight of some legendary careers of musical artists and bands, greatness can surface when perhaps least expected. Whether trying to revive a career or deliver one last goodbye, some special music has been produced.

8 of the Best Interviews and Profiles of Classic Movie Stars

From the role Joan Collins regretted refusing, to Elizabeth Taylor's take on astrology.

The top 7 Netflix TV shows for May rated by Rotten Tomatoes

Rated by their Tomatometers, Rotten Tomatoes have rated the Top TV shows on Netflix for the month of May. From true crime thrillers, romantic lovers and greek mythology.

Miss Teen USA runner-up turns down crown in latest blow for scandal-plagued pageant after 2023 winners quit

Miss Teen USA runner-up turns down crown in latest blow for scandal-plagued pageant after 2023 winners quit - Allegations of unprofessional behavior, workplace bullying and harassment from management made against Miss USA organization

10 Celebrities Who Got Their Start on ‘The Mickey Mouse Club’

“Once a Mouseketeer, always a Mouseketeer.”

The Beach Boys seen at Abbey Road studios promoting new documentary

The Beach Boys seen at Abbey Road studios promoting their new documentary film on Disney+. The pop legends delighted fans as they posed for the cameras on the steps of the iconic studio.

Hong Kong: YouTube complies with order to block protest song

Video platform YouTube says it is blocking access in Hong Kong to sites featuring a protest anthem after a court order. But it said it shared concerns that the move went against freedom of expression.

The Complete Style Transformation of Miley Cyrus

From child actress to provocative pop star.

Gone But Not Forgotten: Musicians We Lost in 2024

From Dickey Betts to Toby Keith, Melanie and beyond, here are the artists who have left us this year.

Grammy Award-winning musician dies aged 78

Oscar Piastri receives epic burn from his own mother in hilarious social media post

Nicole Piastri has been at it again on X...

12 TV Shows That Should Never Have Been Canceled

Gone but not forgotten.

Judge Judy sues National Enquirer over story claiming she backed Menéndez brothers

Judge Judy sues National Enquirer over story claiming she backed Menéndez brothers - Lawyers for Judy Sheindlin said the tabloid’s ‘unequivocal falsehoods’ had dealt a ‘body blow’ to her reputation

Born on 14 May: David Byrne turns 72

David Byrne, the iconic lead singer of the Talking Heads in the 1980s, is someone special. Although he was born in the small Scottish town of Dumbarton in 1952, his parents soon moved to Ontario in Canada and then to Arbutus, another small town, this time in the US state of Maryland. He would later become an American citizen. Even in his youth he was already a globetrotter. In the course of his later career, after - of course - studying art and...

Axe to grind: 25 famous guitars and their rock star owners

Ever since Chuck Berry hot-wired the "jump blues" sound in the 1950s, the electric guitar has been the soul of rock-and-roll. The plugged-in, amplified twang and squeal sounded like noise to adults, but for kids all over the world, it was the sound of rebellion.