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Tems Condemns Systemic Sexism in African Music

Grammy-winning artist Tems delivers a powerful critique of the deep-rooted misogyny and gender-based barriers faced by women in the African music scene, calling for urgent reform.

African Plume Heatwave: 30°C Forecast for UK in July

Exclusive long-range forecast predicts a major heatwave hitting the UK in mid-July, with temperatures potentially soaring to 30°C as an 'African plume' sweeps across the country. Get the full breakdown and regional outlook.

Rudimental To Release Lost Tapes With BRIT Award Stars

Drum & bass icons Rudimental announce a new album featuring never-before-heard collaborations with two of the UK's biggest BRIT Award-winning artists, discovered on forgotten tapes from their seminal 'Home' era.

African scammers target British women in 'colonial revenge' fraud

Exclusive investigation reveals sophisticated criminal networks in West Africa are systematically targeting single British women on dating apps, using a disturbing 'colonial revenge' narrative to justify their multi-million pound romance fraud operations.

Classical Music's Hidden Hand in Shaping Modern Pop

Elizabeth Alker's revelatory book, 'Everything We Do Is Music', uncovers the astonishing classical roots of pop icons from The Beatles to Taylor Swift, revealing a secret musical lineage that shaped a century of sound.

Africa's Plan to Redraw the World Map with True Scale

The African Union launches a bold initiative to replace the Mercator projection with the 'Equal Earth' map, aiming to accurately represent the continent's true scale and reshape global perceptions in a monumental geopolitical move.

Sting sued by Police bandmates over millions in royalties

Rock legend Sting is being sued for millions by former bandmates Stewart Copeland and Andy Summers over disputed royalties from The Police's iconic back catalogue, in a dramatic legal battle that threatens to tarnish the band's legacy.

Kenya's Anime Convention Scene: Cosplay Culture Thrives

Discover how Nairobi's vibrant Comic Con Kenya is breaking cultural barriers, bringing together thousands of anime and manga enthusiasts in a spectacular celebration of Japanese pop culture and African creativity.

Sammy Virji's Joyful Dance Music Conquers The World

Yorkshire-born electronic music producer Sammy Virji is taking the global dance scene by storm with his infectious, joyful house tracks. Discover how his optimistic sound provides a much-needed escape and why he's the name on everyone's lips.

African royals in bizarre claim for Scottish land

A self-proclaimed African king and queen are attempting to claim a Scottish woodland through a 'legal loophole', demanding reparations for historic slavery in a move experts call 'legally baseless'.

Bouyon Dennery Segment Electrifies Notting Hill Carnival

The pulsating rhythms of Bouyon Dennery Segment, a headline act at Notting Hill Carnival 2025, created an unforgettable spectacle, uniting revellers in a massive street party and solidifying the genre's place in the UK's cultural fabric.

Trump's Smithsonian Attack: A New Front in the Culture Wars

Former President Donald Trump launches a fresh attack on the Smithsonian Institution, aiming to dismantle its Black history programming in a move critics decry as an attempt to erase uncomfortable truths from the American narrative.

Chappell Roan's Leeds Festival Triumph Steals 2025 Show

Rising pop sensation Chappell Roan delivered a career-defining performance at Leeds Festival 2025, captivating the massive crowd and sparking rumours of a headline slot in the future. Get the full breakdown of her stunning set and the crowd's phenomenal r

DR Congo Accuses Rwanda of Backing M23 Rebels

The Democratic Republic of Congo has formally accused Rwanda of supporting M23 rebels, escalating tensions in Central Africa. President Félix Tshisekedi vows to defend territorial integrity amid renewed conflict.

Earl Sweatshirt & The Weeknd Roasted in Scathing Reviews

A brutal week for music critics as Earl Sweatshirt's 'Sick!' and The Weeknd's 'Dawn FM' face the music, while 'Sorry Baby' receives unexpected praise. Discover which albums soared and which were torn apart in this week's critical roundup.

Leigh-Anne Pinnock stuns at Leeds Festival

Little Mix sensation Leigh-Anne Pinnock commanded the stage at Leeds Festival 2024, delivering a powerhouse performance in a chic khaki co-ord set. The pop star's fashion-forward ensemble and dynamic show solidified her status as a formidable solo artist.

Fakeminks' 'Sugar High': A Giddy Post-Punk Descent

Leeds-based post-punk outfit Fakeminks return with the frantic, sugar-crash anthem 'Sugar High', a highlight from The Guardian's best new tracks this week. Discover the raw energy and lyrical tension defining their sound.

Doja Cat's Sexy New Video 'MASC' with Swift's Producer

Doja Cat sets the internet ablaze with her provocative new music video for 'MASC', a track produced by Jack Antonoff, famed for his work with Taylor Swift. The star delivers a bold, high-fashion visual spectacle.

Trump Vows to Overhaul Smithsonian's Slavery Narrative

Donald Trump vows to overhaul the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History if re-elected, targeting its 'radical left' portrayal of slavery's brutal legacy, in a move decried as historical censorship.

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