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Istanbul’s Cymbals Echo From Ottoman Battlefields To Global Music
Once used by the Ottoman Empire’s military bands to intimidate enemies on the battlefield, Istanbul’s handcrafted cymbals have evolved into a defining sound in modern music, prized by drummers and musicians around the world. Employees work on a cymbal at a workshop in Istanbul on July 30, 2026. Photo by OZAN KOSE / AFP The…
Disney Partners TikTok To Let Users Share Movie Clips On The Platform
Disney has announced a new partnership with TikTok that will allow users to add clips from its films to their content, as the entertainment giant expands its digital strategy. The company said the initiative is aimed at using advanced technology to enhance storytelling while boosting monetisation and returns. Disney The Walt Disney Co. said Wednesday…
Daddy Showkey Says Garage Sparked His Music Journey
Veteran entertainer Daddy Showkey says he discovered his singing talent in a garage, encouraging young people to pursue their dreams and insisting that success is attainable for anyone willing to work for it. Veteran Nigerian musician Daddy Showkey has revealed that he returned to life in the garage after the breakup of the Pretty Busy Boys, saying…
Daddy Showkey Marks 50 Years On Stage, Calls For Early Talent Development
Veteran entertainer Daddy Showkey has celebrated his 50-year journey in the entertainment industry, urging parents and stakeholders to identify, nurture and properly document children’s talents to help them realise their full potential. A photo of Daddy Showkey Nigerian music icon and galala pioneer Daddy Showkey has reflected on his remarkable five-decade journey in the entertainment…
Tyla Drops Lagos From World Tour Amid Boycott Calls
South African singer has removed Lagos from her upcoming world tour following calls for a boycott, sparking reactions from fans as the decision fuels debate across social media. South African music star Tyla. Photo: Vanguard South African Grammy-winning singer, Tyla, has removed Lagos from the schedule of her APOP World Tour, days after her planned…
BTS Boycotts Grammys Over New Asian Pop Category
Global K-pop sensation BTS has withdrawn from the upcoming Grammy Awards after the Recording Academy introduced a new Asian Pop category, despite being widely expected to compete for major honours such as Album of the Year following the commercial success of their comeback album, ARIRANG. This handout photo taken on March 21, 2026 and provided…
Why I Picked Burna Boy for the World Cup Anthem — Shakira
Looks like this one didn’t come with a lede — send it and I’ll reframe the full piece. Shakira and Burna boy were joined by popular Uganda dancers Ghetto Kids for their performance Global pop star, Shakira, has revealed why she chose Nigerian Afrobeats singer, Burna Boy, for the official 2026 FIFA World Cup anthem,…
Marvel announces ‘Black Panther III’ at Comic-Con
Superhero movie fans will officially return to the world of Wakanda in “Black Panther III,” the newest entry in the Marvel film franchise, the studio announced at Comic-Con on Saturday. British actor David Jonsson will play the lead role in the film, due out on December 15, 2028. Known for his performances in the HBO…
100-Year-Old Mel Brooks Makes Comic-Con Appearance for ‘Spaceballs’ Sequel
The legendary filmmaker, who recently celebrated his 100th birthday, skipped Hall H, the convention’s largest venue, but recorded an amusing video for an eager audience. (L-R) US Director and moderator Kevin Smith, director Josh Greenbaum, writer Josh Gad, actors Rick Moranis, Daphne Zuniga, Keke Palmer and Lewis Pullman attend “Spaceballs: The New One” panel during…
Court Told Teenager Allegedly Killed by Singer D4vd Had Undergone Abortion
Lede: D4vd is accused of stabbing the teenager to death roughly a year later, in April 2025, and then dismembering her remains with a chainsaw. A portrait of the late Celeste Rivas Hernandez is shown during a press briefing by Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman (out of frame) on the case against…
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