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12 Actors Controversially Recast in Films: From Johnny Depp to Rachel Weisz, ‘I Am Devastated and Furious’

Eniola OladeleSeptember 28, 2024

by Eniola OladeleSeptember 28, 20240212

The world of Hollywood is no stranger to controversial recastings, where actors are suddenly replaced in highly anticipated films, often leading to fan outrage, personal...

Sudan’s Cultural Heritage Faces Unprecedented Threat Amid Ongoing Conflict

Eniola OladeleSeptember 24, 2024

by Eniola OladeleSeptember 24, 20240118

In the midst of Sudan’s escalating civil war, the country’s rich cultural and historical legacy is facing what experts call an “unprecedented” threat. Armed militias...

Africa ARTS & CULTURE

A Tipping Point: Chappell Roan and Other Stars Confront Toxic Fan Culture

Eniola OladeleSeptember 21, 2024

by Eniola OladeleSeptember 21, 20240122

In just eight months, Chappell Roan has gone from being a relative unknown to suddenly topping charts as one of the biggest new pop stars...

Africa ARTS & CULTURE

Katy Perry’s Comeback Hits Sour Notes: What Went Wrong?

Eniola OladeleSeptember 20, 2024September 20, 2024

by Eniola OladeleSeptember 20, 2024September 20, 20240118

In the world of pop music, few stars have experienced the meteoric rise and cultural impact of Katy Perry. From her breakout hit I Kissed...

ARTS & CULTURE International News LIFE & STYLE

Tito Jackson, Founding Member of the Jackson 5 and Brother of Michael Jackson, Dies at 70

Eniola OladeleSeptember 17, 2024September 17, 2024

by Eniola OladeleSeptember 17, 2024September 17, 20240197

Tito Jackson, the guitarist and founding member of the Jackson 5, passed away at the age of 70. His children shared the heartbreaking news on...

ARTS & CULTURE Tourism

Africa’s Tourism Boom: Unlocking the Continent’s Untapped Potential

Eniola OladeleSeptember 15, 2024

by Eniola OladeleSeptember 15, 20240191

Africa long celebrated for its diverse cultures, majestic landscapes, and rich history, is experiencing a tourism renaissance. Today, the continent stands as one of the...

Africa ARTS & CULTURE RELIGION

African Leaders Gather for Interfaith Peace Summit in Addis Ababa

Jide AdesinaSeptember 8, 2024September 9, 2024

by Jide AdesinaSeptember 8, 2024September 9, 20240239

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — Today, September 8, 2024, Addis Ababa is the focal point of a groundbreaking event as African leaders and religious figures converge...

Africa ARTS & CULTURE FASHION

African Fashion on the Global Stage: Breaking Boundaries

Jide AdesinaSeptember 8, 2024September 9, 2024

by Jide AdesinaSeptember 8, 2024September 9, 20240271

African fashion is rapidly gaining prominence on the global stage, with designers from across the continent breaking traditional boundaries and reshaping the narrative of...

Africa ARTS & CULTURE FASHION

Lagos Fashion Week 2024: Africa’s Premier Fashion Event Set to Dazzle

Jide AdesinaSeptember 8, 2024September 9, 2024

by Jide AdesinaSeptember 8, 2024September 9, 20240268

Lagos Fashion Week (LFW) is set to return from October 25-29, 2024, and promises to be the grandest edition yet, cementing its position as Africa’s...

Africa ARTS & CULTURE Entertainment

Soweto: From Historic Ghetto to Hub of Talent and Excitement

Jide AdesinaAugust 23, 2024

by Jide AdesinaAugust 23, 20240248

Soweto, a lively township nestled in Johannesburg, is far more than just a collection of homes. It stands as a vibrant testament to South Africa’s...

Africa ARTS & CULTURE

Extra Security on Deck for FESTAC Africa Festival in Kisumu!

Jide AdesinaAugust 21, 2024

by Jide AdesinaAugust 21, 20240216

Over 7,000 participants from 50 countries across Africa and beyond are set to descend on Kisumu for this year’s FESTAC Africa festival, kicking off this...

ARTS & CULTURE

Death of a Salesman: A Scholarly Review of Arthur Miller’s Tragic Masterpiece

Jide AdesinaJuly 31, 2024July 31, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJuly 31, 2024July 31, 20240305

Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman,” a seminal work of American theater, debuted on Broadway in February 1949, running for an impressive 742 performances. This...

ARTS & CULTURE

A Black Homeless Man is Humiliated in a Restaurant, But When a Millionaire Sees His Necklace.

Jide AdesinaJuly 25, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJuly 25, 20240215

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ARTS & CULTURE HALL OF FAME

Memoir “You Must Set Forth at Dawn” by Wole Soyinka

Jide AdesinaJuly 13, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJuly 13, 20240197

Wole Soyinka’s memoir, “You Must Set Forth at Dawn,” is a profound and captivating journey through the life of one of Africa’s most influential literary...

ARTS & CULTURE

President Tinubu Renames National Theatre to the Wole Soyinka Centre for Arts and Culture

Jide AdesinaJuly 13, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJuly 13, 20240184

In a significant cultural and political move, President Bola Tinubu has officially renamed Nigeria’s iconic National Theatre to the Wole Soyinka Centre for Arts and...

ARTS & CULTURE International News North America

African Americans and July 4th Independence Day: Contributions and Significance

Jide AdesinaJuly 4, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJuly 4, 20240277

Independence Day, celebrated annually on July 4th, marks the anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, when the thirteen American colonies...

ARTS & CULTURE

A Journey of Hope: An African Immigrant’s Tale of Canada

Jide AdesinaJuly 1, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJuly 1, 20240182

A Journey of Hope: An African Immigrant’s Tale of Canada with Jide Adesina As the plane touched down at Toronto Pearson International Airport, I could...

ARTS & CULTURE

Tale of Two Cities: Egyptian and Greek Artists Host Cross-Continental Exhibition

Jide AdesinaJune 28, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 28, 20240197

Art D’Égypte, with its CulturVator arm, launched Tuesday the Tale of Two Cities exhibition — a joint show hosted by Greece’s Acropolis Museum and Egypt’s...

ARTS & CULTURE Tourism

Angola’s Commitment to Conservation is Creating a Haven for Ecotourism

Jide AdesinaJune 22, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 22, 20240338

Angola’s rare blend of natural beauty and biodiversity is making it a top destination for nature lovers and conservationists. “Angola has one of the greatest...

ARTS & CULTURE Blog

Much Ado About Something -The Tyranny of Foreign Exchange Rates

Jide AdesinaJune 16, 2024June 16, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 16, 2024June 16, 20240339

Much Ado About Something The Tyranny of Foreign Exchange Rates For a long time, I have studied and observed the dynamics determining the foreign exchange...

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