Briefwatch

Euro 2020: Damsgaard Steps Into Eriksen’s Shoes As…

Denmark made it through to the last 16 of Euro 2020 on Monday after a convincing 4-1 win over Russia which puts them alongside Belgium as they finished second in Group B. Goals from Mikkel Damsgaard, Yussuf Poulsen, Andreas Christensen, and Joakim Maehle gave the Danes their first win of the tournament on a joyous evening at the Parken Stadium in Copenhagen. Delirious fans showered each other…

‘Concrete Cowboy’ Review: Caleb McLaughlin Shines …

Though Ricky Staub’s movie is full of cliches, it manages to go beyond its shortcomings, thanks to some character development and the natural advancement of the plot. Concrete Cowboy stars Caleb McLaughlin as a headstrong teenager forced to live with his estranged father following his mother’s frustration with his constant fights at school. Cole (McLaughlin) hates his father, Harp (Idris Elba),…

Google, Microsoft, IBM, More Tech Giants Slam Ethics Brakes on AI: Here’s Why

In September last year, Google’s cloud unit looked into using artificial intelligence to help a financial firm decide whom to lend money to. It turned down the client’s idea after weeks of internal discussions, deeming the project too ethically dicey because the AI technology could perpetuate biases like those around race and gender. Since early last year, Google has also blocked new AI features…

Bad Boy Timz Graduates From University

Fast-rising Nigerian afrobeat act, Olorunyomi Oloruntimilehin, known professionally as Bad Boy Timz, has graduated from the Bells University with a degree in Computer Engineering. The excited graduate shared photos from his graduation ceremony on his social media pages and captioned it “ENGR. BADBOYTIMZ (Computer Engineering) Your Dreams Are Valid #shockabsorbers” Bad Boy Timz, who is popular…

BBNaija 2021: How A White Man Slept With Nigerian …

BBNaija’s Whitemoney has told the tale of a white man who sailed from his country many years ago and landing in Nigeria, slept with a goddess. On Wednesday morning, Whitemoney, Queen, and Pere talked about the attributes of Igbo, Calabar, and Akwa Ibom ladies, with the Igbo-born businessman lambasting the first group for their movements. While describing how Igbo girls carry themselves,…

Samson Siasia’s Life Ban Reduced To Five Years

Former Nigeria coach Samson Siasia’s life ban from football for bribery has been reduced to five years by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).  The 53-year old was sanctioned by FIFA for agreeing to “receive bribes in relation to the manipulation of matches.” Siasia appealed against the ban with football’s governing body and CAS as he denied the charges against him. CAS “determined the…

AKA’s Fiancée, Nelli Tembe, Falls To Her Death In…

In the early hours of Sunday, Nelli Tembe, the 22-year-old fiancée of famous South African musician, Kiernan Jarryd Forbes, better known as AKA, died after she fell from the tenth floor of a hotel in central Cape Town. The details of the incident are not quite clear but the police have confirmed that they are investigating the death which happened at Pepperclub Hotel. READ ALSO: Barry Jhay…

Google, Microsoft, IBM, More Tech Giants Slam Ethics Brakes on AI: Here’s Why

In September last year, Google’s cloud unit looked into using artificial intelligence to help a financial firm decide whom to lend money to. It turned down the client’s idea after weeks of internal discussions, deeming the project too ethically dicey because the AI technology could perpetuate biases like those around race and gender. Since early last year, Google has also blocked new AI features…

BBNaija 2021: How Cross Plans To Defy Big Brother …

BBNaija’s Cross doesn’t fancy the idea of being the head of house and has stated how he plans to defy Biggie himself if he happens to get the position. With each new week comes a different head of house in the ongoing reality show. Presently, the position is being occupied by Emmanuel who chose Liquorose as his deputy. Cross got into a chat with fellow housemate Pere on Wednesday morning and the…

Barca Laporta Eyes Messi-Ronaldo Link Up

Barcelona’s new president, Joan Laporta eyes a ‘mission impossible’ move in an attempt to bring Cristiano Ronaldo from Juventus to play alongside Lionel Messi at the Catalonia club. Lionel Messi contract ends in June but the 58-year old president has been able to sway the 6-time Balon d’Or winner to a renewal with the signing of his countryman, Kun Aguero. Yet, Laporta eyes a very huge task of…

‘It Was God’s Design’ – Jide Kosoko Speaks On Bein…

Nollywood actor, Prince Jide Kosoko, in an interview with Vanguard, disclosed that it was not his intention to be a polygamist. According to the veteran actor, it was God’s design that he married four wives, which he doesn’t have any right over. READ ALSO: Jide Kosoko Celebrates 67th Birthday Jide Kosoko said; “I never envisaged being a polygamist though I am a product of one. My parents didn’t…

American Rapper Kid Cudi Wears A Dress On ‘SNL’ As…

U.S. rapper Kid Cudi made headlines this weekend when he donned a floral dress during his performance on Saturday Night Live as a tribute to the late Kurt Cobain. The 37-year-old talked about the dress on Sunday, April 11, and in a tweet, revealed that it was created for him by Off White CEO Virgil Abloh with a tribute to Kurt Cobain in mind. Kid Cudi wearing the dress during his performance on…

‘You’re Not Worthy Of Being Called A Man’ — Actr…

Nollywood actress Georgina Onuoha has unleashed a barrage of scathing words on Prince Kpokpogri after he leaked an audio recording of Tonto Dikeh pleading with him. Prince Kpokpogri compared dating Tonto Dikeh to being in hell and released the audio to further prove that it was he who ended the relationship. Reacting to the drama between them, Dikeh’s colleague, actress Georgina Onuoha wrote a…

Nigeria Coach Invites 49 Players To D’Tigers’ …

Mike Brown, the Head Coach of Nigeria’s senior men basketball team, has officially commenced preparations for the 2020 Olympic Games with the invitation of 49 players to the team’s camp. Afolabi Oni, Head of the Media Committee of Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) disclosed in a statement on Tuesday that the camp would open in California, U.S. The players’ list is headlined by NBA star Monte…

BAFTAs 2021: See Full List Of Winners

The 74th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs), was held on 10 and 11 April 2021 at the Royal Albert Hall in London, honouring the best national and foreign films of 2020 and early 2021. The ceremony was hosted by Edith Bowman and Dermot O’Leary. The movie ‘Nomadland’ won big at the Awards with four prizes including Best Film, Best Actress for its star Frances McDormand and Best Director. READ…

‘Through Wizkid, I Have Hugged Justin Bieber’ — …

Controversial media personality, Daddy Freeze, has said that he is living his age-long dream through Nigerian superstar, Wizkid and that he has hugged Canadian singer Justin Bieber through him. Making reference to the Wizkid and Justin Bieber’s performance of ‘Essence at the ‘Made in America’ festival, Daddy Freeze said that he hugged Justin Bieber through Wizkid. In his post on his Instagram…