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A Chinese zoo dancer was engulfed in fire during a live performance, causing her to run into a river to put out the flames. The dancer’s red dress caught fire soon after she started a fire dance – a Chinese ancient folk tradition – at the Nantong Forest Safari Park near Shanghai last Wednesday, April 1, video shared by Shanghai Daily shows. She was supposed to dance safely in between two fiery hoops — but the fires quickly raced up her dress.  After just two twirls, the terrified dancer raced toward a nearby river in a desperate bid to avoid being fully consumed by the flames. She made it to the water around 11 seconds after her dress caught fire.   Officials at the zoo, home to almost 20,000 animals and more than 300 species, sa...

Greece will ban under-15s from social media from next year.Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis confirmed the ban on Wednesday morning,  citing rising anxiety, sleep problems, and the ​addictive design of online platforms, announcing it would begin on 1 January 2027.In a video message to Greek children, the PM said spending long hours ​in front of screens doesn't allow their minds to rest, and they faced growing pressure from constant ​comparison on social media and online comments.The Greek prime minister ​said he had spoken with many parents who reported that their children do not sleep well, ​become anxious easily and spend long hours on their phones."Greece will be ​among the first countries to take ​such an initiative," Mr Mitsotakis said."I am certain, ​how...

Popular Fuji musician Saheed Osupa has stirred controversy after openly stating that he uses traditional spiritual practices to enhance his success.The singer made the remark during a live performance at the 52nd birthday celebration of veteran actor Fatai Odua, also known as Lalude, on March 30, 2026.In a video that has since gone viral, Osupa was seen advising his backup singers to adopt similar practices to improve their performance, particularly their ability to keep up with his delivery on stage. He clarified that such practices are not meant for harm but as a means of personal advancement.The artiste further revealed that he had previously been advised to deny involvement in such practices but chose to be open about it, insisting he has never used them for wrongdoing....

A couple has been publicly flogged in Indonesia's conservative Aceh province after being found guilty of having s3x outside marriage.The punishment was carried out on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 in a public park in Banda Aceh, where dozens of residents gathered to witness the caning.The man and woman, whose identities and ages were not disclosed, each received 100 lashes with a rattan cane. Aceh is the only region in Indonesia that enforces a version of Sharia law, under which sexual relations between unmarried people are prohibited."We implement Islamic law in Aceh, so whenever someone violates it, we have to carry out punishments like the caning we just conducted,” Rajesh Kana, an official from the local prosecutors’ office, told AFP.The pair were among six in...

The cancer survivor at the center of the controversy involving Blessing Okoro, popularly known as Blessing CEO, has broken her silence after her family threatened legal action.Mrs. Deborah Mbara, Creative Director of Zazi Beauty, shared how Blessing allegedly gained her trust to access her medical report. According to Deborah, Blessing called her in distress, claiming to be fearful for her life, and requested her cancer report for comparison. Believing her to be sincere, Deborah said she sent the document—only to later discover it circulating online with Blessing’s name attached.Deborah also presented evidence to counter Blessing’s claims that they had never met. She shared a video—originally posted by Blessing—showing them together in Asaba, where she had done Blessing’s makeup th...

Nollywood actress Laide Bakare has opened up about her views on marriage, stating that she is willing to remarry if a relationship no longer works for her.Speaking during a conversation with Ayo Adesanya on the Real Live with Aunty Ayo podcast, Bakare explained that while her religious beliefs may discourage multiple marriages, she would not stay in an unhappy union.She emphasized her commitment to personal happiness, noting that she remains open to starting over if necessary.

A man and a woman have sparked outrage after they were reportedly caught engaging in a sexual act on a busy bridge in Lagos.Eyewitnesses said the incident occurred in broad daylight, drawing attention from passersby and motorists who expressed shock over the act carried out in a public space. Some onlookers reportedly recorded videos, which later circulated on social media, further fueling public reaction.Residents and commuters described the incident as disturbing and inappropriate, calling on authorities to enforce stricter measures against public indecency.Security officials are yet to confirm if the individuals involved have been identified or arrested. However, legal experts note that such behavior violates public conduct laws and could attract penalties if prosecuted....

Afrobeat singer Seun Kuti has claimed that his late father, Fela Kuti, may have contracted HIV from one of his wives.Speaking during an Instagram livestream, Seun rejected accusations that Fela infected his partners, insisting instead that the music icon was the victim.He explained that his father allowed his wives the same freedom he had, noting that they were not restricted from having relationships with other men, as long as such activities did not occur in his home.Seun described this approach as one of Fela’s major mistakes, adding that the openness in his relationships may have contributed to how he contracted the illness.He also stressed that while his father was not perfect, he remained a figure who stood for humanity and freedom.

The Eboma family of Idumu-Oza Community in Agbor Kingdom, Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State, has called for justice following the tragic d3ath of their daughter, Etunim Henrieta Ebere Sunday (née Eboma), a mother of three.Speaking with Ika Newspaper, the family patriarch, Mr. Friday Eboma, expressed deep sorrow over the loss, alleging that Etunim was subjected to prolonged domestic abuse by her husband, Mr. Ebere Sunday, an indigene of Alisimie, Agbor.“Ebere Sunday beat Etunim to d3ath so he could marry another woman he claimed was pregnant for him," Eboma said.“It was only after her d3ath that we discovered she had been enduring severe and frequent beatings in her marriage, which ultimately led to her untimely d3ath.“The last incident occurred on January 2...

A Caribbean Airlines passenger went into labor moments before her flight landed at John F. Kennedy Airport on Saturday, April 5.The bundle of joy was delivered aboard Caribbean Airlines’ Flight 005 as the aircraft was on final approach to New York just before noon, according to an ATC recording obtained by CBS News.“Tell her she’s got to name it Kennedy,” a JFK ground controller creatively suggested for the new mother.“Descend and maintain 3000, Caribbean 005, and we have a passenger that’s going into labor at this time, and we’d like to continue direct Zetal,” the pilot said, according to the audio.The air traffic controller misheard the pilot and questioned whether there was a “sick passenger” aboard the plane.“We have a passenger, a pregnant passenger, who’s going in...