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  • Starbucks sued for burns: Driver wins $50M

    In a landmark legal decision, a jury has awarded fifty million to a driver who suffered severe burns from a spilled Starbucks coffee. The case, which has drawn comparisons to the famous McDonald’s hot coffee lawsuit, underscores the ongoing debate over corporate responsibility and customer safety.

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    The incident

    The lawsuit stems from an incident in which the plaintiff, a driver in a drive-thru, was handed a cup of coffee that allegedly had a defective lid. As the driver attempted to take the coffee, the lid came loose, causing the scalding liquid to spill onto their lap. The burns resulted in significant medical treatment, including surgeries and skin grafts.

    The legal battle

    The plaintiff’s attorneys argued that Starbucks failed to ensure its coffee lids were secure, thereby putting customers at risk. They also presented evidence that similar complaints about defective lids had been made in the past. The legal team contended that Starbucks was aware of the issue but failed to take adequate corrective action. On the other hand, Starbucks’ defense team maintained that the company followed proper safety protocols and that the spill was an unfortunate accident rather than a case of negligence. However, the jury sided with the plaintiff, concluding that Starbucks bore responsibility for the injury.

    The $50 million verdict

    The massive award includes both compensatory and punitive damages. The compensatory portion accounts for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering, while the punitive damages serve as a deterrent against future negligence by the coffee giant. Legal analysts believe the verdict sends a strong message to corporations about the importance of consumer safety. Starbucks is expected to appeal the decision, but for now, the case serves as a cautionary tale for companies that serve hot beverages.

    Implications for the coffee industry

    This ruling may lead to increased scrutiny of how coffee chains handle their beverages. Companies could be prompted to review safety measures, improve cup and lid designs, and implement additional precautions to prevent future incidents. As the legal battle continues, this case highlights the importance of corporate accountability and consumer protection in the food and beverage industry.

  • Watch K Camp’s official video for upbeat track ‘Bet’

    It’s a vibe.

    Three days ago, Milwaukee-born Atlanta-bred superstar artist K Camp released a black-and-white (then red) official music video to ‘Bet’, an uptempo dance track about moving on and doing your best afterwards. Throughout the song, K Camp is rhyming about his relations with ladies and speaking on how much women get on his nerves because of how emotional and irritational they can be. Watch the striking picture below to see the young woman walking a dog in a swimsuit and a pair of patent leather thigh-high boots. The song is taken from his brand new album ‘Built Different’ now through RARE Sound.

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  • Watch Ruger perform his new single ‘Toro’ on A COLORS SHOW

    Last week, A COLORS SHOW released a new episode featuring Nigerian Afro-Fusion superstar Ruger. During the three-minute performance, the breakout singer-songwriter sang ‘Toro’ from his forthcoming sophomore album ‘BlownBoy Ru’ out on March 28. Wearing his signature black eye patch and bright pink lowcut hair, the award-nominated artist — known for his hit record ‘Asiwaju’ — croons about the end of a long relationship that lasted for seven years. This new album is the follow-up to his 2023 debut album ‘Ru the World’. Check out the performance below as we wait for the album.

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  • Kanye West and Kim Kardashian at odds since the release of Ye’s new song featuring their daughter North West and Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs

    According to this PEOPLE.com article, Kanye West released a song on X called ‘Lonely Roads Still Go to Sunshine’ featuring his eldest daughter, North West, on the track with the world-famous publicly disgraced billionaire entertainer and icon Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, his son King Combs and a talented Yeezy artist named Jasmine Williams.

    Apparently, in a now-deleted post on X (formerly known as Twitter), screenshots of his conversation with her ex-wife and mother of his children, Kim Kardashian. In those posts, Kardashian explained she trademarked their firstborn’s name to “protect her” and tried to stop the song from being released with the fifty-five-year-old who’s currently in jail awaiting trial linked to alleged federal sex crimes. Yes, to the regular person, Kanye’s behaviour could be seen as erratic, crass, hateful and divisive like other famous figures he’s publicly linked to. However, I agree with Kim Kardashian. North West is a child, and whilst her father may believe his friend/mentor is innocent, I can honestly say I don’t think it was the right time to do that — only because she is underage and one of her parents, who has studied law and has been scrutinised and praised [by the media] herself isn’t on board with the seemingly careless action.

    Controversy aside, North West (11) is getting even better as an artist with her multiple award-winning, multiplatinum-selling and iconic father’s guidance.

  • Meet Starter’s Beasts of the Big East collection star players today at Macy’s Herald Square

    Today at Macy’s Herald Square in New York City from 4-7 PM EST, Starter fans will get to celebrate Starter’s Beasts of the Big East collection! During the event, fans would enjoy a special live broadcast of the Big East Rewind Podcast starring Chuck Everson and Sonny Spera with special guest Carl Banks and surprise player appearances.

    The Starter Beasts of the Big East campaign was shot at teams home courts, bringing the collection to life with star players like St John’s RJ Lewis, Kadary Richmond, Seton Hall’s Jahseem Felton, Providence’s Bryce Hopkins and many more repping their school’s capsule in a celebration of team pride and tradition. Shot against the backdrop of game-day energy, it captures the unstoppable spirit of this fan-favorite conference. Carl can share what the players’ energy is like going into the tournament.

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    The Beasts of the East collect spotlights legendary teams like St John’s, UCONN, Providence, Villanova, Georgetown, Marquette, Creighton, DePaul, Butler, Seton Hall, and Xavier with bold, retro-inspired designs that honour their iconic legacies and electrify fan culture. Exclusively available at Macy’s Herald Square and Lid’s on 42nd Street, whilst supplies last.

    Starter is one of the most innovative and authentic sports apparel companies in the world.

  • From Missippi to Nick Cannon’s Wild ‘n Out: Meet Look A Like, America’s talented identical twins (Interview)

    In the ever-evolving world of entertainment, exposure on a major platform can be a game-changer. For Mississippi-born identical twins Jakel and Kalyl, their appearance on ‘Wild ‘n Out’ (Season 21) provided a stepping stone to new opportunities, expanding their reach beyond social media and into mainstream recognition. Now based in Southern California, the duo reflects on how life has changed since their television debut, the challenges of navigating newfound attention, and their growth as artists. In this candid conversation, Jakel from Look A Like opens up about their music journey, their experiences as twins, and what’s next for their careers.

    Richardine: How have your lives altered since appearing on Wild ‘n Out for the first time? Has life for the both of you changed much? If so, how?

    Jakel: I won’t say it changed drastically, but it did help us a little. It gave us leverage to be able to go out there and make more connections.

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    Richardine: Do any people from your past try to make cameos in your current life? How does it make you feel?

    Jakel: Most definitely! People from high school and old family members. We feel like those people are not genuine. Those same people didn’t support us before, but now that we got some traction and real supporters… they suddenly want to show support.

    Richardine: When you’re outside, do people recognise you from the show?

    Jakel: Only a couple of people have recognised us from the show. The other majority recognised us from our social media presence especially in Southern states like Mississippi, Memphis, and Atlanta.

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    Richardine: You guys are from the South (Mississippi); now, you’re dwelling in Southern California. What would you say are the significant differences between the two places (climate-wise and culture-wise)?

    Jakel: During the Summer time Mississippi is very humid. In California, there’s way less humidity so it’s more hot and dry in the Summer. Far as the culture, growing up in Mississippi, Black people were more predominant. We hardly seen any other race except a small amount of White people. In California, there a variety of cultures and races we didn’t see in Mississippi.

    Richardine: At what age did you two start making music? How long before that did you begin freestyling and entertaining people with your talents? What was your first song about? Would you say your music has progressed much since your first commercial release? If so, explain how.

    Jakel: We started making music at the age of fifteen. About a few months before that, we would freestyle amongst a couple of friends and each other. Our first song was called ‘You Can Be My Only One’ and it was about treating a girl right. Our music has definitely gotten better over time. Lyrics has improved and the quality sounds better.

    Richardine: Having identical twins is considered a relatively rare event — making up only 0.3-0.5% of the world population (roughly 3-5 out of every 1,000 births are identical twins). This question is for non-twins: From your perspective, what is it like to have a twin brother?

    Jakel: It’s literally how it seems. I guess it’s the reason why everybody say that they want a twin. It’s like we’re different people but the same person simultaneously, so we connect on a very high frequency. We’re honestly blessed being twins.

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    Richardine: This month, you guys released a track called ‘Pop My Shit’. What inspired the song?

    Jakel: We felt really conceited and confident that day, recording that song. That feeling that anybody’s opinion about us didn’t matter. We felt like since we’ve came this far, nobody can tear us down.

    Richardine: Also this month, you put out a track with Baby Goth called ‘True Colors’. How did you connect with the Texas artist? Do you have more musical collaborations on the way?

    Jakel: Our manager Country Chris knows DJ Fu. He’s a producer and member of the production team: The Eardrummers. Baby Goth was his artist at that time, so that’s how we met her. We do have more music with her on the way.

    Richardine: Are any acting gigs on the horizon?

    Jakel: There are no acting gigs at the moment, but we would love to be on the big screen one day. We’ve always wanted to do it.

  • Watch Nigeria’s PsychoYP dazzle in official lyric video for ‘Different Pattern’

    Last week, Nigeria’s prominent Hip-Hop superstar PsychoYP released a stunning lyric video to his latest track, ‘Different Pattern’. Against a pale blue background, the artist confirms he has a jam with fellow Nigerian artist, Zlatan. Also on the track produced by THK, David Acekeyz and Arieenati, the ‘Bando Diaries artist raps about having “unlimited standards” being “Nigeria’s first team favourite striker” and hoping that he could smoke without interruption or any violations in foreign territories.

    ‘Different Pattern’ comes after the splendid collaborative effort ‘Extracurricular Activities’ produced by Thrill Max and Max & Kyle with his Apex Village collective. PsychoYP is also on track five of NSG’s brand new album ‘The Big 6’.

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    This Wednesday, March 12, the Abuja-bred shining star will perform at an official SXSW showcase for the first time! Stay tuned for more about the young African living legend in the future.

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  • Watch Wizkid celebrate beauty, heritage and cultural pride in self-directed music video ‘Kese (Dance)’

    Wizkid, one of the world’s highly-revered African icons, has unveiled the music video for his latest single, ‘Kese (Dance)’, offering his loyal fans a visual feast that complements the track’s infectious rhythm. This self-directed video, released on March 5, 2025, showcases Wizkid’s multifaceted artistry, blending dynamic dance sequences with rich cultural symbolism.

    The video unfolds across three distinct settings, each highlighting a unique aspect of the song’s vibrant energy. It opens in a dimly lit theatre, where a troupe of dancers rehearses intricate choreography under Wizkid’s attentive gaze, reflecting his commitment to artistic excellence. The scene then transitions to an intimate house party, capturing the communal joy and spontaneity that are hallmarks of Afrobeats culture. Here, Wizkid mingles effortlessly with attendees, embodying the music’s unifying and uplifting spirit. The final segment presents a striking tableau in an art gallery, where Wizkid stands alongside elegantly dressed Black models before a grand painting, celebrating beauty, heritage, and cultural pride.

    ‘Kese (Dance)’ is a standout track from Wizkid’s sixth studio album, ‘Morayo’, released in November 2024. The album serves as a heartfelt tribute to his late mother and features collaborations with his fellow artists such as Asake, Anaïs Cardot, Brent Faiyaz, Jazmine Sullivan, and Tiakola. The song melds Wizkid’s early sound with the refined style of ‘Made in Lagos’, creating a track for dominating dance floors worldwide.

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    The video has garnered widespread acclaim for its aesthetic brilliance and cultural depth. Wizkid’s fan club and music fans alike have lauded the seamless integration of choreographed dance routines, Wizkid’s sartorial elegance, and the celebration of Black womanhood. The visual narrative underscores the song’s themes of joy and unity, resonating deeply with audiences.

    Upon its release, the ‘Kese (Dance)’ video quickly became a trending topic on social media platforms, amassing over 500,000 views within hours. This overwhelming response underscores Wizkid’s enduring influence in the global music scene and his ability to connect with fans through innovative artistry.

    In conjunction with the video’s release, Wizkid announced his upcoming ‘Morayo’ tour, set to commence in May 2025. The tour will feature performances at major European venues, including Berlin’s Velodrome Arena, Rotterdam’s Ahoy RTM Stage, and Paris’ Accor Arena, promising fans an immersive live experience that encapsulates the essence of his latest work.

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    With the ‘Kese (Dance)’ video, Wizkid not only reinforces his status as a leading figure in Afrobeats (or Afropop space) but also as a visionary artist who continues to push creative boundaries. The video’s rich imagery and cultural celebration offer a profound visual companion to a track that has already captivated audiences worldwide.

    For those eager to experience the vibrant visuals of ‘Kese (Dance)’, the official music video is available below for your enjoyment.

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  • Africa, meet 7 Black astronauts

    Co-hosted by Africa.com and the Student Sponsorship Programme (SSP), the event highlights the transformative power of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education

    Africa.com is excited to present Africa, Meet 7 Black Astronauts. The free, virtual event features seven Black NASA astronauts. Scheduled for March 18, 2025, this inspiring event invites students, educators, and curious minds from across Africa and beyond to hear firsthand from trailblazing astronauts who have made history in space exploration.

    Co-hosted by Africa.com and the Student Sponsorship Programme (SSP), the event highlights the transformative power of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education and offers a rare opportunity to engage directly with some of the most accomplished astronauts of our time.

    The 7 featured astronauts:

    Dr Robert L Satcher Jr – NASA astronaut, orthopedic surgeon, and the first orthopedic surgeon in space

    Captain Winston E Scott – NASA astronaut, naval aviator, and veteran of multiple spacewalks

    Major General Charles F Bolden Jr – NASA astronaut, former NASA Administrator, and space shuttle commander

    Dr Bernard A Harris Jr – NASA astronaut, physician, and the first Black American to perform a spacewalk

    Joan E Higginbotham – NASA astronaut and aerospace engineer who flew aboard Space Shuttle Discovery

    Colonel Frederick D Gregory – NASA astronaut and the first African American to pilot and command a space shuttle mission

    Captain Robert L Curbeam Jr – Veteran NASA astronaut with three spaceflights and seven spacewalks

    Inspiring Africa’s next generation of scientists and engineers

    “As Africa advances in technology and innovation, we must invest in inspiring young minds to dream big”, said Teresa Clarke, Chair and CEO of Africa.com. “The event brings together seven pioneering Black astronauts whose careers exemplify perseverance, education, and ambition. We hope their stories will ignite the passion of Africa’s future scientists, engineers, and technology trailblazers.”

    This live-streamed event is open to all and will feature engaging discussions on the astronauts’ experiences in space, the challenges they overcame, and the critical role of STEM education in shaping the future of exploration. Attendees will also have the opportunity to submit questions, making this an interactive and inspiring experience.

    Event Details:
    Date: March 18, 2025
    Time: 3:00 PM (SAST, UTC +2)
    Registration: Join from anywhere in the world

  • President Donald Trump willing to let Americans suffer: Trade war

    In recent developments, President Donald Trump has acknowledged that his trade policies, including the implementation of tariffs, may lead to economic challenges for Americans. In an interview with Fox News’ Sunday Morning Futures, Trump mentioned that Americans might encounter “a little disturbance” due to his tariffs and trade policies, and did not rule out the potential for a recession this year.

    These admissions come amid significant market volatility. The S&P 500 index experienced a 1.8% decline, whilst the Nasdaq-100 index fell by 2.6%, erasing gains made since November 2024. Such fluctuations have raised concerns about the broader economic impact of the ongoing trade tensions.

    Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has sought to reassure the public, asserting that no recession is anticipated and expressing confidence in the administration’s strategy to lower global tariffs. However, some lawmakers, such as Senator Elissa Slotkin, have criticised the administration’s approach, advocating for more precise and consistent trade policies.

    The Administration’s stance reflects a willingness to accept short-term economic disruptions in pursuit of long-term trade objectives. As the situation evolves, the balance between these immediate challenges and future benefits remains a focal point of national economic discourse.