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A South African court on Thursday delivered a grim verdict, sentencing a woman to life in prison for the heinous crime of kidnapping and selling her six-year-old daughter. This horrific case shocked the nation and left the country in disbelief. Joshlin Smith vanished from her home in Saldanha Bay, a fishing town located 135 kilometers north of Cape Town, in February last year. Despite an extensive nationwide search operation, her whereabouts remain unknown to this day. Racquel “Kelly” Smith, Joshlin’s mother, was found guilty of kidnapping and selling the young girl. The prosecution alleged that Smith sold Joshlin for a…

Elon Musk has announced on social media that he is leaving his role in the Trump administration. As my scheduled time as a Special Government Employee comes to an end, I would like to thank President @realDonaldTrump for the opportunity to reduce wasteful spending. The @DOGE mission will only strengthen over time as it becomes a way of life throughout the government. — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) May 29, 2025 A White House official told Reuters it was accurate that Musk is leaving the administration and his “off-boarding will begin tonight.” His departure was quick and unceremonious. He did not have…

Funke Akindele graces Juma Jux and Priscilla Ojo’s wedding reception in Tanzania in a stunning gold gown adorned with satin puffed sleeves and a crystal headpiece, exuding elegance and grace as the wedding guest. The dress code is all gold, as Funke shared in her caption: “Queen mother said: ‘GO GOLD OR GO HOME’ so I obeyed!!!” The Queen Mother she’s referring to is none other than the bride’s mum, Iyabo Ojo. Funke wore a gold-fitted gown crafted in a classic mermaid silhouette. The fabric features beading and embroidery, giving the entire outfit a textured, statement finish. The off-shoulder neckline…

French President Emmanuel Macron’s wife, Brigitte Macron, made a scathing four-word remark just moments after shoving him in the face, as revealed by a professional lip reader. Shocking footage captured Brigitte Macron, aged 72, placing both hands on her husband’s face before forcefully shoving him just after the president’s plane door opened upon his arrival in Hanoi, Vietnam, on Sunday evening, May 25. The lip reader has now deciphered the shocking exchange. “As the aircraft door opens, President Macron is seen turning toward Brigitte. In an unexpected moment, she pushes him in the face,” a lip reader told The Express. After the…

UK prosecutors have officially authorised 21 criminal charges against controversial influencers Andrew Tate and Tristan Tate, marking the first time these charges have been confirmed in Britain. According to a statement from the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), the charges include rape, actual bodily harm, human trafficking, and controlling prostitution for gain. The CPS said it authorised the charges following a file of evidence submitted by Bedfordshire Police, related to multiple allegations made in the UK. Charges Against the Tate Brothers Andrew Tate, 38, faces 10 charges linked to three alleged victims, including: Rape Human trafficking Actual bodily harm Controlling prostitution…

President Donald Trump asserted on Tuesday that Canada was contemplating relinquishing its statehood in exchange for protection provided by the proposed “Golden Dome” missile defense system at no cost. However, Canadian officials have consistently maintained that their country is not for sale. Trump wrote on Truth Social, “I informed Canada, which is eager to join our magnificent Golden Dome System, that it would incur a $61 Billion investment if they remain an independent, albeit unequal, nation. Conversely, it would cost them nothing if they became our cherished 51st State.” Trump claimed that Canada was seriously considering the offer. In recent…

Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev issued a stern warning to U.S. President Donald Trump, threatening World War III in response to Trump’s criticism of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The warning was issued after Trump stated his intention to “absolutely” consider imposing new sanctions on Moscow, following the ongoing missile and drone attacks in Ukraine that have resulted in numerous fatalities. In a post on X, Medvedev wrote: “Regarding Trump’s words about Putin ‘playing with fire’ and ‘really bad things’ happening to Russia — I only know of one REALLY BAD thing: WWIII. I hope Trump understands this!” Regarding Trump’s words…

New details have surfaced about Meghan Markle’s alleged fallout with former British Vogue editor Edward Enninful, revealing that it wasn’t solely about missing out on a cover. According to multiple insiders who spoke with Page Six and the Daily Mail, the tension between the Duchess of Sussex and the fashion editor began when plans for a September 2022 British Vogue cover started to take shape. Markle was scheduled to deliver a keynote speech at the One Young World Summit in Manchester that same month, and a feature in the magazine was intended to highlight her event. However, the situation escalated…

Barack and Michelle Obama were recently spotted enjoying a date night in New York City, putting months of speculation about their marriage to rest. The former president and first lady were seen leaving The Lowell Hotel restaurant, escorted by Secret Service agents. It marked the couple’s first public appearance together in over six months, fueling interest after Michelle had been absent from several key events this year. Michelle’s Absence Sparked Speculation Rumors of marital trouble began swirling after Michelle skipped major public events, including January’s presidential inauguration and the funeral of former President Jimmy Carter. In March, she was also…

Cassie Ventura, the pregnant ex-girlfriend of Sean “Diddy” Combs, has reportedly gone into labor just days after concluding her emotional testimony in the rapper’s ongoing sex trafficking trial. According to TMZ, Ventura, 38, was rushed to a hospital in New York on Tuesday, May 27. She is currently in the labor and delivery unit, expecting her third child with husband Alex Fine. Ventura, who was around eight months pregnant at the time, began testifying on May 12. Over the course of several days, she delivered harrowing testimony detailing years of alleged physical abuse, psychological manipulation, and sexual coercion during her…