ABUJA – A nurse was identified on Friday as the “principal suspect” in the mysterious death of a Nigerian Afrobeat star, which triggered dayslong protests by thousands demanding justice. Investigations into the death of Ilerioluwa Aloba, better known as MohBad, in the commercial hub of Lagos have pointed to the nurse who treated the late … Read more
LONDON – A 36-year-old man was ordered to remain in custody after appearing in court on Friday in connection with an alleged plot to kidnap and murder Holly Willoughby, one of Britain’s most high-profile television personalities. Gavin Plumb, a shopping center security officer, appeared at Chelmsford Magistrates’ Court, around 40 miles (65 kilometers) east of … Read more
SAN ANTONIO – Comedian Jerry Seinfeld is bringing his comedy routine to San Antonio. The Majestic Theatre announced that Seinfeld will perform at the venue on Feb. 24. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on Oct. 13. A news release states that ticket prices start at $55. The funnyman is best known for his … Read more
NEW YORK – D’Wayne Wiggins and Timothy Christian Riley didn’t realize that Raphael Saadiq was planting the seeds for a Tony! Toni! Toné! reunion when he arranged a photoshoot earlier this year. “He said a few times before, so we never paid that much attention to it until this fool put up a big-ass billboard … Read more
WARSAW – A gala concert featuring Argentinean pianist Martha Argerich was the opening event Thursday for the 2nd Chopin Competition on Period Instruments in Warsaw. Launched in 2018, the competition is intended to promote historically informed performances of 19th century piano music, chiefly by Polish composer Frederic Chopin. Just like the century-old International Chopin Piano … Read more
LONDON – A Star Wars fanatic who was encouraged by a chatbot “girlfriend” to assassinate Queen Elizabeth II was sentenced Thursday to nine years in prison for taking his plot to Windsor Castle, where he scaled the walls and was caught with a loaded crossbow nearly two years ago. “I’m here to kill the queen,” … Read more
LOS ANGELES – Want to live like Reba McEntire? You’re in luck. On Friday, the country music and entertainment icon will release a new album to partner with her new book, “Not That Fancy: Simple Lessons on Living, Loving, Eating, and Dusting Off Your Boots.” The book, which arrives Tuesday, is a collection of recipes, … Read more