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Cape Verde has made history, qualifying for the FIFA World Cup for the first time after a 3–0 win over Eswatini on Monday, October 13, in Praia. The victory sealed the Blue Sharks’ place at the top of Group D with 23 points — four ahead of second-placed Cameroon, Africa’s most frequent World Cup participant. Cameroon, meanwhile, were held to a goalless draw by Angola in Yaoundé. With a population of just over 550,000, Cape Verde becomes the second-smallest nation ever to qualify for the tournament, following Iceland’s debut at the 2018 World Cup in Russia. “Giving this happiness to…

Pop star Katy Perry appeared to confirm her relationship with former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Monday night — and she did it with a wink to the crowd at London’s O2 Arena. The 40-year-old singer, currently on her Lifetimes World Tour, teased fans mid-show, saying, “London, England, you’re like this on a Monday night after a whole day at work and a whole day at school? No wonder I fall for Englishmen all the time… but not anymore.” The crowd erupted, clearly catching the reference days after Perry and Trudeau were photographed kissing aboard her yacht, Caravelle, off…

President Donald Trump has blasted TIME magazine for what he called “the worst photo of all time” — even though the accompanying feature hails his administration’s role in brokering the Gaza ceasefire. The article credits Trump’s leadership with helping secure a truce that freed all surviving Israeli hostages held by Hamas in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners. It also notes that Israel has begun pulling troops from parts of Gaza, clearing the way for humanitarian aid to enter the devastated enclave. According to TIME, Trump’s 20-point Gaza plan is progressing steadily, including the creation of a new “Board of…

Netflix has confirmed that Bridgerton Season 4 will return in two parts early next year. Part 1, featuring the first four episodes, will premiere on January 29, 2025, with the remaining four episodes dropping February 26, 2025. The fourth season will focus on Benedict Bridgerton’s love story, bringing Luke Thompson’s character to the forefront. Benedict’s romantic journey begins when he meets a “captivating Lady in Silver” at his mother’s masquerade ball — none other than Sophie Beckett, portrayed by Yerin Ha.

Tomeka Thiam, wife of 29 years to singer Akon, filed for divorce in September, citing irreconcilable differences. In court filings, she requested $110 million in spousal support and joint legal custody of their daughter, Journey. According to reports, Tomeka was reportedly shocked to discover that Akon’s bank accounts show just $10,000 in remaining funds. Despite the couple’s long marriage, Akon has faced public scrutiny over his personal life and financial ventures. He previously spoke about his relationship with Tomeka, telling Us Weekly, “You trust the person you’re with, you make sure you back them in whatever situation. Everyone’s gonna have…

Rapper Armani White, known for his viral hit “Billie Eilish,” was arrested Sunday night in Kentucky after allegedly causing a disturbance while filming a music video on a major interstate. The 28-year-old artist, whose real name is Enoch Tolbert, was taken into custody by the London Police Department and charged with second-degree disorderly conduct and stopping, standing, or parking on a limited-access highway, according to booking records. Authorities said multiple 911 calls came in after witnesses reported seeing White standing on a concrete divider in the middle of Interstate 75, where he allegedly began dancing for the video shoot. Officers…

Madagascar’s president, Andry Rajoelina, has reportedly fled the country on a French military aircraft, hours before he was scheduled to address the people. French state radio RFI reported on Monday, October 13, that the president, who also has French citizenship, had been flown out of the capital, Antananarivo, after a deal with President Emmanuel Macron. It added that he may have headed for Dubai. He had been due to speak to the nation at 7pm (1600 GMT), according to a statement from the presidency on Facebook. Rajoelina, 51, was first president from 2009 to 2014 before returning to power in…

On October 21, former French President Nicolas Sarkozy will step behind bars at Paris’ La Santé prison, following his conviction for criminal conspiracy in the financing of his 2007 presidential campaign with Libyan funds in exchange for diplomatic favors. He was sentenced to five years, though he is expected to serve part of that sentence on parole while pursuing an appeal. Sarkozy is likely to be housed in the prison’s “VIP wing” or in solitary confinement, accommodations reserved for high-profile prisoners whose safety could be at risk, including politicians, former police officers, and individuals linked to extremist groups. La Santé…

What we’re covering: The next steps for Israel and Gaza remain uncertain, even as US President Donald Trump hails the ceasefire as a major victory. Families of hostages say they are “shocked and dismayed” after only four bodies were returned from Gaza. The UN says aid is finally flowing into Gaza for the first time in seven months. 14 min ago — Hostage Families Seek Closure From CNN Israeli police officers saluted as vehicles carrying the bodies of four deceased hostages arrived at a forensic institute in Tel Aviv on Monday. The Hostages and Missing Families Forum said it hoped…

US President Donald Trump dismissed fears of a potential global conflict, declaring that “World War III” will not start in the Middle East following the signing of the Gaza peace deal in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, on Monday, October 13. “There won’t be World War III hopefully at all but it’s not gonna start in the Middle East,” Trump said during remarks alongside other world leaders at the US-brokered ceasefire summit. He continued, “I’ve read many times that World War III would begin in the Middle East. It’s not gonna happen. There was a time one might have thought it possible,…