Category: Entertainment Industry
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๐ช๐น Haile Selassieโs grandson buys Ethiopian shield from UK auction to return it to homeland
The shield of the Abyssinian Emperor Tewodros II, stolen by Britain from Ethiopia in 1868 during the Magdala War, has been returned to its homeland. The artifact was to be sold at auction, but changed its mind under pressure from the African country’s authorities. The ceremonial handover was attended by representatives of the Ethiopian Cultural…
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Mike Jeffries, Former Abercrombie C.E.O., Arrested in Sex-Trafficking Case
Mr. Jeffries and two others were arrested in connection with a federal sex-trafficking and interstate prostitution investigation. Michael S. Jeffries, the former longtime chief executive of Abercrombie & Fitch, was arrested Tuesday in connection with a federal sex-trafficking and interstate prostitution case. Mr. Jeffries, who ran the clothing retailer from 1992 to 2014, faces charges…
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The Path of an African Fashion Designer in an Untapped Market: Pioneering a Creative Legacy
Investing in a country that lacks a creative platform can feel like venturing into uncharted territoryโchallenging yet brimming with untold potential. As an African fashion designer, building a brand in such an environment requires not just talent, but a vision that sees beyond the limitations and deeply understands the soul of a people. Itโs about…
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Lupita Nyong’o Named CHANEL Ambassador
CHANEL has announced Academy Award-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o as its newest brand ambassador. The Kenyan-Mexican star, known for her impeccable style and groundbreaking performances, made her debut in her official role at the Spring-Summer 2025 Ready-to-Wear show at the Grand Palais in Paris on Tuesday, October 1st, 2024. A Decade-Long Love Affair with CHANEL For fashion enthusiasts who…
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In Senegal, the bastion of the regionโs Francophonie, French is giving way to local languages
For decades Senegal, a former French colony in West Africa, has been touted as the bastion of the French language in the region. Leopold Sedar Senghor, the countryโs first president and a poet, is considered one of the founding fathers of the concept of Francophonie, a global alliance of French-speaking countries. But many say a…
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Naomi Campbell Barred from Charity Role Over Mismanagement Allegations
Naomi Campbell has been barred from serving as a charity trustee due to serious mismanagement of funds linked to her charitable organization, Fashion for Relief. The UK Charity Commission’s investigation revealed that between 2016 and 2022, only a small fraction of the charity’s expenses went towards charitable grants, with much of the funds being used…
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Kevin Liles Stepping Down as 300 Entertainment CEO
Kevin Liles will step down from his role as chairman and CEO of 300 Entertainment at the end of September, the respected label executive announced on Tuesday (Sept. 17). In an internal note to staff obtained by Billboard, Liles said he would be departing as CEO of the Warner Music-owned label at the end of the month but staying…
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Russia in satellite deal with West African governments
Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso have announced a deal with Russia which will see them acquire telecoms and surveillance satellites. The three West African countries have been combating Islamist insurgencies for years and have turned to Russia for military support. Ministers from the three countries met officials from Russiaโs aerospace agency Roscosmos in Maliโs capital,…
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Comedy: The First Black President (Richard Pryor Show)
President Richard Pryor. Richard Pryor President. The Richard Pryor Show was an American comedy variety show starring and created by Richard Pryor. It premiered on NBC on Tuesday, September 13, 1977. The best of Richard Pryor is all together for the very first time, available on DVD exclusively through Time Life: https://timelife.com/p…โ
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