Julie Adenuga will be hosting Good Morning Britain’s first YouTube series
Julie Adenuga will be hosting Good Morning Britain’s first YouTube series! The 33-year-old broadcaster will sit with influencers, activists and journalists to discuss issues affecting young people in Britain. Titled Off The Table, the YouTube series will air next month. In statement, Julie said: “I’m excited to be presenting Good Morning Britain’s first ever YouTube original series. I love the idea of the GMB conversations … Continue reading Julie Adenuga will be hosting Good Morning Britain’s first YouTube series
Nicki Minaj guest hosted The Real Housewives of Potomac reunion
Viewers will be able to see Nicki Minaj in the season 6 reunion of The Real Housewives of Potomac. The ‘Moment 4 Life’ rapper helped Andy Cohen with hosting duties. Taking to Instagram, Andy wrote: “It’s the Reunion I could never get away with! At the end of ours, tonight @nickiminaj surprised the #RHOP and did her own thing!” Back in July, Nicki teased that she’ll be hosting the … Continue reading Nicki Minaj guest hosted The Real Housewives of Potomac reunion
Marcus Rashford becomes the youngest person to receive an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Manchester
In honour of his campaign against child poverty, Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has become the youngest person to receive an honorary degree from the University of Manchester. As well as Alex’s friends and family, former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson was also there to watch the footballer accept the award. Accepting the award, the 23-year-old said: “To be here in the presence of … Continue reading Marcus Rashford becomes the youngest person to receive an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Manchester
Nick Cannon partners with Thurgood Marshall College Fund and United Negro College Fund to pay off the student debt of seven HBCU students
In partnership with Thurgood Marshall College Fund and United Negro College Fund, Nick Cannon has committed to paying off the outstanding student debt of seven HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) students. The comedian and actor, who graduated from Howard University in 2020, surprised the students with the news on his show ‘The Nick Cannon Show’. Nick said: “I am so proud to be a … Continue reading Nick Cannon partners with Thurgood Marshall College Fund and United Negro College Fund to pay off the student debt of seven HBCU students
Eminem opens his ‘Mom’s Spaghetti’ restaurant in Detroit
Eminem has opened a new restaurant in his home city Detroit. Named ‘Mom’s Spaghetti’, the rapper named the restaurant after his ‘Loose Yourself’ lyric: “His palms are sweaty, knees weak, arms are heavy / There’s vomit on his sweater already, mom’s spaghetti.” The 48-year-old surprised fans at the opening of ‘Mom’s Spaghetti’ on September 29th, by serving people and taking photos. In a statement, Eminem’s manager … Continue reading Eminem opens his ‘Mom’s Spaghetti’ restaurant in Detroit
World’s first malaria vaccine is approved by World Health Organisation
The World Health Organisation has approved the first malaria vaccine! After a successful pilot programme in three African countries, the ‘Mosquirix’ vaccine could save tens of thousands of lives every year. In a statement, WHO’s director general Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said: “I started my career as a malaria researcher, and I longed for the day that we would have an effective vaccine against this … Continue reading World’s first malaria vaccine is approved by World Health Organisation
NHS England will offer treatment for sickle cell disease
Thousands of people in England will receive a new treatment for sickle cell disease. The disease, which is more common in people with African or Caribbean heritage, is an inherited blood disorder that prevents hemoglobin in red blood cells from being able to carry oxygen. The disease causes immense pain and organ failure. Patients will be able to receive the new drug, crizanlizumab, by a … Continue reading NHS England will offer treatment for sickle cell disease
Rapper Yo Gotti now owns a stake in soccer club D.C. United
Yo Gotti has joined the ownership group of American soccer club D.C. United. The 40-year-old rapper is one of four new investors to the group. In a statement, he said: “I was introduced to the game by my son and watched how quickly it has grown in our country, so I’m honored to join the D.C. United ownership group. “I’ve long admired Jason Levien and … Continue reading Rapper Yo Gotti now owns a stake in soccer club D.C. United
Love Island’s Libby becomes brand ambassador for fashion brand In The Style
Liberty has become a brand ambassador for In The Style! The Love Island star will be dropping her very own collection with the clothing brand. Announcing the news on her Instagram, she wrote: “I’ve always loved In The Style and what they stand for with empowering women and being so inclusive, so I’m really excited to be working with the whole ITS team over the … Continue reading Love Island’s Libby becomes brand ambassador for fashion brand In The Style
Alex Scott is awarded with honorary doctorates
Congratulations to Alex Scott! The sports broadcaster was awarded with honorary doctorates in science and sport from the University of East London and University of Hertfordshire. The former Arsenal captain and England player wrote on Instagram: “I was humbled to receive my doctorate alongside so many incredible individuals last week. You all touched my heart with your achievements, strength and kind words on the day.” … Continue reading Alex Scott is awarded with honorary doctorates