John Legend: US star defends Rwanda concert amid DR Congo war

American singer-songwriter John Legend performed in Rwanda despite public backlash over the country’s involvement in the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Legend defended his decision, stating that he did not want to punish the people of Rwanda for their leaders’ actions. Critics argued that he could have made a powerful statement by canceling…MORE

Raphael Saadiq Plots Career-Spanning One-Man Show

Raphael Saadiq, a powerful force in the Bay Area music scene, is set to perform a one-man show titled “No Bandwidth: One Man, One Night, Three Decades of Hits” in New York, Los Angeles, and Oakland. The show will feature Saadiq reflecting on his illustrious career, performing original music and covers, and sharing personal stories…MORE

Tyla Addresses Identity Controversy

Tyla, a South African singer, has reiterated her stance on her racial identity in a recent interview with British Vogue, asserting that she identifies as both a Black and Coloured woman. The controversy surrounding her identity resurfaced after a TikTok video in 2020, where she described herself as a “Coloured South African.” While the term…MORE

‘Common … About to Get the Boot’: Jennifer Hudson’s ‘Annoyed’ Look at NBA All-Star Game with Boyfriend Common Sets Off New Rumors About Trouble In Paradise

Actors and musicians Common and Jennifer Hudson were spotted sitting courtside at the NBA All-Star Game, sparking excitement among fans who consider them a “power couple.” However, recent video footage of the pair at the game led to speculation about the state of their relationship, with many interpreting Hudson’s facial expressions as signs of discontent.…MORE

Maná, Mariah Carey, OutKast and Billy Idol among 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees

Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher has criticized the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, calling it “for wankers” despite the band’s nomination for induction in 2025. The shortlist for possible inductees includes Oasis, Bad Company, The Black Crowes, Mariah Carey, and others. Gallagher expressed his disdain for the honor on social media, stating that he has…MORE

AI Love You: McAfee Research Reveals 1 in 3 Believe AI Chatbots Could Steal Their Heart

Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is warning users to be cautious of romance scams ahead of Valentine’s Day. Scammers often pose as attractive, successful individuals with fake backgrounds and use stolen or AI-generated photos to build trust with their targets. Meta recently collaborated with research firm Graphika to take down romance…MORE

Wendy Williams Claims She Hasn’t Seen a Doctor in Nearly 2 Years Despite Being Diagnosed with Dementia amid Guardianship

Wendy Williams has filed an affidavit asking to end her guardianship, stating that she has regained the capacity to function without a guardian and does not have Frontotemporal Dementia as previously claimed by doctors. A doctor will re-evaluate Wendy next week, and her lawyer plans to file an Emergency Order to Show Cause to push…MORE

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