A very mindful Dictionary.com named its 2024 word of the year this week: “demure,” which has enjoyed a surge in popularity, and assumed new layers of meaning, since TikTok influencer Jools Lebron used it in an August post that went hugely viral.
Swiatek Accepts One-Month Doping Ban
World number two and five-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek has accepted a one-month suspension after testing positive for a banned substance.
Australian Senate Approves Social Media Ban On Under-16s
Australia will ban children under 16 from using social media, after its Senate approved the world’s strictest laws.
NWC Owed Over $50 Billion By Delinquent And Disconnected Customers
Delinquent and disconnected customers of the National Water Commission (NWC) reportedly owe the entity over $50 billion.
K-Pop Group NewJeans Split From Agency In Mistreatment Row
Chart-topping K-pop group NewJeans have said they are leaving their agency after accusing it of “mistreatment” and “manipulation”.
Kanye West’s Daughters Take Center Stage In New “Bomb” Music Video
Kanye West and Kim Kardashian’s daughters, North and Chicago West, are stealing the spotlight from their famous father in the new music video for “Bomb.”
Smirnoff Throws Support Behind GenXs Ahead of Carnival 2025
Smirnoff has thrown its support behind GenXs Carnival, returning for a second year as the title partners.
The Weeknd Announces Release Date for “Hurry Up Tomorrow”
The Weeknd is set to release his upcoming album “Hurry Up Tomorrow, ” on Friday, Jan. 24.
Diddy Denied Bail Again
MUSIC MOGUL Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has been denied bail again by a judge as he awaits trial on sex trafficking charges.
Laing Talks About His Son Tahheer Taking Control Of Sting Going Forward
Promoter of Sting Isaiah Laing was in attendance at the media launch of Sting 2024, after handing over the reigns to his son, Tahheer Laing, to lead as Director of Events at Supreme Promotions.