Harvard Resists Trump Administration’s Pressure on DEI, Faces Funding Freeze
In a significant clash between academia and federal authority, the Trump administration has imposed a $2.2 billion freeze on Harvard University's federal funding following the institution's refusal to comply with…
The Platform Recap: Aishat Adesanya’s Exploration of Grief and Resilience in “Funerals & Firecrackers”
The fifth edition of The Platform features Aishat Adesanya discussing her short story collection, Funerals and Firecrackers, published by Witsprouts Books, with host Timileyin Okunlola. The conversation, as much as…
Breaking Down the Literal Meaning of “Chihiro” by Billie Eilish
Billie Eilish’s Chihiro is a haunting and introspective song filled with themes…
Voices of Heritage: The Countertenors Representing Black Voices in Contemporary Classical Music
Classical music has long been regarded as a bastion of European tradition,…
EbonyLife Place London is About to Open as a Beacon for African Creativity in the Heart of the Capital
Nigerian media mogul Mo Abudu is set to make waves in the…
Art and Design
Social Media Abuzz with Studio Ghibli-Style AI Art
OpenAI's recent update to ChatGPT, incorporating native image-generation capabilities, has ignited a surge of Studio Ghibli-style portraits across social media platforms. Users are enthusiastically transforming their photographs into artworks reminiscent…
Culture and Lifestyle
Literature
The Platform Recap: Aishat Adesanya’s Exploration of Grief and Resilience in “Funerals & Firecrackers”
The fifth edition of The Platform features Aishat Adesanya discussing her short story collection, Funerals and Firecrackers, published by Witsprouts Books, with host Timileyin Okunlola. The conversation, as much as…
Music
Breaking Down the Literal Meaning of “Chihiro” by Billie Eilish
Billie Eilish’s Chihiro is a haunting and introspective song filled with themes…
Voices of Heritage: The Countertenors Representing Black Voices in Contemporary Classical Music
Classical music has long been regarded as a bastion of European tradition,…
ID Cabasa Reimagines ‘Bere Mi’ with Zlatan and TI Blaze: A Modern Twist on a Classic Sound
Following the success of the reimagined versions of afrobeats classics Photocopy (which…
Beyoncé, Davido, Bob Marley Get Royal Nod in King Charles’ Music Playlist
King Charles III has curated a personal playlist titled "His Majesty King…
Editor's Pick
Willow Smith’s Debut Novel Combines African and Viking Folklore
Willow Smith’s debut novel, “Black Shield Maiden,” is a powerful historical saga set to publish this May with Del Rey…
The #LondontoLagos Adventure: Kunle Adeyanju’s Cross-continental Bike Trip
Kunle Adeyanju (a.k.a Lionheart) is an entrepreneur and avid adventurer who takes…
5 Distinct Works Exploring the Theme of Self-discovery in Culture
Literature, art, music, film, and all other creative forms provide a brief…
Opinion
Why the Best Mentors Today Don’t Call Themselves Mentors
The traditional definition of who a mentor is comes from…
Updates Stream
Social Media Erupts Over ‘Inadequate’ Charges in Fatal Hit‐and‐Run of Bumpa Co-Founder Adetunji Opayele
Adetunji Opayele, the 31‐year‐old co-founder of tech startup Bumpa, tragically lost his life in a hit-and-run incident on 4 March…
Studio Ghibli’s ‘Princess Mononoke’ Returns to Cinemas with Stunning 4K Restoration
Studio Ghibli's revered 1997 film, Princess Mononoke, has undergone a meticulous 4K restoration and is set to captivate audiences once…
Chaos, Kindly – A Group Exhibition Opens at Kokopelli Lagos 🗓
Kokopelli Gallery , a contemporary art gallery harnessing the power of intentional storytelling, has unveiled its latest exhibition themed “Chaos,…
How Omoni Oboli’s Love in Every Word Became the Hottest Movie in Nollywood Amidst Controversies
"Love In Every Word" has rapidly become Nollywood’s hottest film, and its journey to stardom is as fascinating as it…
Burnaboy Debuts as a Model in Off-White Show in Paris
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How Doechii Transformed Rejection into Grammy Glory
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Tems Wins at 2025 Grammy Awards with Best African Music Performance Win
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Review Roundup: What Do the Critics Feel About “The Fire Inside?”
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Celebrate Love with Reel Love by Timini Egbuson, Kayode Kasum and FilmOne Studios
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Everybody Loves Jenifa Breaks UK Records
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Teen Sprint Sensation Gout Gout Breaks Usain Bolt’s U-18 200m Record
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In an Intimate Event, Izu Ojukwu Revives the Spirit of FESTAC ’77 with The FESTAC Conspiracy
The recent event for 77: The FESTAC Conspiracy was a remarkable celebration of history, cinema, and creativity. Held at Imax Lekki, the event drew…
Venice Biennale Names Koyo Kouoh First African Female Curator
The Venice Biennale has appointed Koyo Kouoh, a Cameroonian curator, as its first African female curator A. Kouoh, who currently…
Full Scoop on Dele Farotimi and Afe Babalola’s Ongoing Case
The past few days has seen human rights lawyer and author Dele Farotimi arrested following a defamation lawsuit filed by…
Venom: The Last Dance – A Night of Epic Action, Dark Elegance, and Glamour at Filmhouse
Filmhouse Group hosted an unforgettable night of entertainment on Friday, October 25th, as they premiered Venom: The Last Dance at the…
Plays
Wordle
Guess words from 4 to 11 letters and create your own puzzles.
Letter Boxed
Create words using letters around the square.
Spelling Bee
How many word you can make with 6 letters.
Chess Reply
Play Historic chess games.
Crossword Puzzle
Fill the white boxes with the answers to a series of questions.
Magic Tiles
Match elements and keep your chain going.