Some social media users have criticized television personality and businesswoman Kim Kardashian after she suggested that the 1969 Moon landing never happened. In a recent episode of The Kardashians, the 44-year-old reality star questioned the historic mission that put the first man on the Moon, referencing former astronaut Buzz Aldrin in her remarks. "I think it was fake. I've seen a few videos on Buzz Aldrin talking about how it […]
Some fans of reality show Love Island USA have rallied behind Season 7 star, Olandria Carthen, following an incident involving co-star Huda Mustafa and her boyfriend Louis Russell. During a livestream hosted by Russell, a racial slur was used in reference to Carthen, with both Mustafa and Russell seen briefly laughing it off. The moment quickly drew widespread backlash online, with viewers condemning their reaction as insensitive and dismissive. Carthen […]
Social media users have expressed mixed reactions to the recent announcement that convicted American rap mogul, Sean “Diddy” Combs, will be released from prison in May 2028. Combs was sentenced earlier this month to 50 months (over four years) in prison after being found guilty on two counts of transportation for prostitution, while being acquitted of more serious charges, including sex trafficking. The music mogul was arrested for allegedly running […]
International relations expert, Advocate Sipho Mantula, says Africa’s challenge of aging leaders clinging to power for decades stems from a combination of political manipulation and voter behaviour. His remarks come amid renewed debate over long-serving presidents, such as Cameroon’s Paul Biya, and Zimbabwe’s ruling party, ZANU-PF's proposal to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term until 2030. On Monday, Cameroon's Constitutional Council confirmed that the 92-year-old Biya, had secured an eighth consecutive […]
A Durban father, Khaya Dlamini, says he is struggling to get answers from Homii Lifestyle Management as he seeks justice for his twins. Dlamini joined a protest outside the Homii residential building on Dr Pixley KaSeme Street, where hundreds of people and representatives from various organisations gathered to demand accountability. His eight-year-old twins, Aphelele and Aphile, reportedly fell from the fourth floor to the basement while playing in the building’s […]
Activists from Child Protection Services and Baby Savers SA held a peaceful protest at the Union Buildings in Tshwane on Friday, opposing a proposed amendment to the Children’s Act that would criminalise the use of baby savers. The groups are calling on the Department of Social Development (DSD) to withdraw the proposed change, warning it could endanger more newborns by removing a safe alternative for desperate mothers. Earlier this month, […]
Some social media users have rallied behind American rapper and designer, Kanye West, over his concerns about his daughter, North West, being active on social media, particularly TikTok. This follows a recent video of the 12-year-old wearing black grills, fake tattoos, and blue contact lenses, which drew widespread criticism online. Many users have blamed her mother, Kim Kardashian, for allowing the pre-teen’s mature style and online presence. https://www.tiktok.com/@screenshothq/video/7564081767569755414?q=NORTH%20WEST%20VIDEO&t=1761233063230 An old […]
The viral video of the violent bullying incident at Milnerton High School in Cape Town has sparked outrage on social media, over the apparent lack of accountability and school safety. In the disturbing footage, a group of boys, some reportedly from the school’s first rugby team—using belts and hockey sticks to assault a Grade 10 learner, while others cheer, record, and verbally abuse the victim. The incident, which allegedly occurred […]
Political commentator, Goodenough Mashego, has labelled Operation Dudula a xenophobic movement, accusing it of displaying a dangerous ignorance of South Africa’s history. Mashego's comments come as some social media users continue to criticise Operation Dudula leader Zandile Dabula, who failed to name the Frontline States during a recent TV interview with eNCA. WATCH | A video of Operation Dudula leader Zandile Dabula has gone viral after she struggled to answer […]
