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Adele to take long break after Las Vegas performance in November
Adele has warned fans she will be away for an 'incredibly long time' after she concludes her Las Vegas residency. The 'Easy On Me' hitmaker has 10 dates to complete of her 'Weekends with Adele' series at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, and once she exits the stage on November 23, she w
Chidimma Adetshina crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2024
Chidimma Adetshina representing Taraba state, was crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 on Saturday night. The Soweto-born beauty queen who brought a lot of controversy around her before winning the title, was among 25 contestants who were gunning for the crown. Adetshina was forced to wit
Plus-size beauty Miss Kwara surges past Chidimma Adetshina in Miss Universe Nigeria
Nigerias plus size beauty, Ifa Dania (Miss Kwara) has surged to the lead of the Miss Universe Nigeria beauty pageant, just hours before the voting lines closed. Miss Kwara took the lead from former Miss SA hopeful, Chidimma Adetshina (Miss Taraba) who was initially leading the competiti
Tying the knot just got a whole lot sweeter: South Korea's marriage cash bonus
Everyone knows that getting married is beautiful, however, the financial side of the wedding preparations may be kind of daunting. Many couples take years to save up for their special day, while some end up taking loans from the bank to make their wedding dreams come true. And in most c
Nara Smith recognised as 4th most influential social media influencer and creator of 2024
In an impressive achievement, Nara Smith has been named the 4th most influential social media influencer and creator by Rolling Stone, marking her position as a beast in the industry. With her innovative approach to baking and content creation, Smith has inspired and entertained her aud
Gospel veteran fighting for his life after sudden illness
Renowned gospel artist Solly Moholo, known for his powerful performances and uplifting music, is currently in critical condition in a hospital after falling ill. The beloved gospel veteran recently fell ill while in Botswana, where he was promoting his highly anticipated upcoming album,
Spring has sprung!: Spring games to play with pets
Spring is a great time to get outdoors and bond with your pets through fun and engaging games. As the weather warms up and the days get longer, IOL has combined seven games that you and your pet can enjoy together. 1. Hide Toys and Treats Playing hide-and-seek w
The cost of educating your child from Grade 1 to matric in South Africa
Many South Africans are struggling to pay for their childs education amid the rising cost of schooling, a deepening cost-of-living crisis, and several years of economic recession. In light of these costs, many parents are considering alternatives to traditional schooling , including the
Tips on how you can overcome gym anxiety
Spring is on our doorstep, and many people are returning to the gym after taking a bit of a break in winter to frantically get ready for summer. If youre not a regular gym-goer and want to start, the gym can be an intimidating place. This can cause anxiety for some newbies whic