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Monkeypox virus has been in the news as the number of cases in the Los Angeles area and across the country is on the rise, according to data from the California Health Department and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Jevon, the British rapper and producer known for working alongside Pa Salieu, Kojey Radical and Avelino, has died.The news was reported by Complex, with multiple sources confirming that he has passed away. No cause of death has yet been confirmed.Jevon Daniel Ellis was raised in West London, but relocated to Coventry in his teens, where, as he explained to NME in 2018, he began to make music.He was perhaps best known for producing several of the songs on XL Recordings’ ‘New Gen’ compilation in 2017, which showcased a number of London’s most exciting rap, R&B and spoken word talent at the time, including Kojey Radical, Avelino and Tiggs da Author.Jevon also worked closely with Pa Salieu, the British-Gambian rapper, producing multiple tracks on his debut mixtape ‘Send Them to Coventry’, which was released in November 2020.As he explained to NME, Jevon drew heavily from his Brazilian heritage in his work. “My Grandad was Brazilian and he passed away about three years ago now.

Cameroon coach Rigobert Song has denied the suggestion that he has fallen out with Andre Onana after he was dropped for the crucial Africa Cup of Nations win over Gambia last week.

Andre Onana's Manchester United return will be delayed after Cameroon secured a dramatic victory to qualify for the knockout stages of the Africa Cup of Nations.

Several Manchester United fans have unpacked their grievances with Andre Onana after the goalkeeper conceded three goals against Senegal amid an underwhelming display.

Abdallah Sima will be assessed by Senegal after picking up a hip injury during the African Cup of Nations.

Former Manchester United defender Saidy Janko has slammed the "unacceptable" events that led to their plane making an emergency landing.

Manchester United may not miss Andre Onana for any first-team matches despite seeing the goalkeeper depart for the Africa Cup of Nations.

The body of an unidentified man was shockingly discovered in the undercarriage of a plane after it landed at an airport in London. Police confirmed the horrifying discovery was made in the early hours of December 8 when the TUI aircraft landed at Gatwick airport after travelling from Gambia to England, the Daily Star reports.

Viola Davis thought she was "too big" and "too black" to find success in the arts. The 57-year-old actress is one of the biggest stars in the movie industry - but Viola still remembers doubting herself during her time at The Juilliard School, a performing arts conservatory in New York City. She shared: "I felt I came in with a wrong palette.

Momodou Bojang will miss several weeks after the Hibs striker injured himself doing “unsanctioned” extra training on his own.

Jazz Tangcay Artisans Editor Costume designer Gersha Phillips drew upon African tradition while creating outfits for “The Woman King,” Gina Prince-Bythewood’s movie about female warriors in the 1800s. The film starring Viola Davis will debut Sept. 9 at the Toronto Intl. Film Festival ahead of a Sept. 16 release by Sony’s TriStar. During her research, Phillips discovered that Agojie warriors in West Africa wore baggy pants during that time. Initially, she designed outfits in that style, but several iterations later, she incorporated wrap skirts — also seen in historical archives. Since the women were going to be moving a lot, Phillips says, “I had to consider functionality. Everybody had to fight, so we ended up using a stretch-knit fabric so they could do what they needed to do in it.”

West Ham will host Manchester City for the Matchday 1 of the 2022/2023 Premier League. Here you will find all the information you need to know about this game, including how to watch it on TV or live stream in your country.

Aitch and Giggs have teamed up on a slick new single, ‘Just Coz’, taking to London streets in an official music video.Produced by WhyJay and LiTek, ‘Just Coz’ sees BRIT nominee Aitch and Peckham rap heavyweight Giggs “do something a bit rowdier’.In a press statement, Aitch said of the collaboration: “It was natural, I got in the booth and I said what I had to say. Giggs got in the booth and said what he had to say.

DEALSPopcaan has signed to the management side of Since 93. “Popcaan is an amazing musician, representing Jamaica and its rich culture globally”, says company founder Riki Bleau. “Having sold out shows from London to Gambia, Popcaan is the definition of a global sensation and we’re THRILLED that he’s joined the Since 93 roster this year.

Manchester United fans couldn't hide their excitement after rising star Hannibal Mejbri produced another stellar performance for the Under-23s on Friday.

Ryan Michelle Bathe on her toes — and guessing along with everyone else where her character, no-nonsense FBI agent Val Turner, is headed next on the NBC drama, premiering Monday (Feb. 21) at 10 p.m.“I have to say that Val doesn’t have much of a character evolution,” Bathe, 45, told The Post. “We’re shooting the seventh episode now … and literally hours have ticked by since we met her.

Former Manchester United assistant and current Egypt manager Carlos Queiroz watched his side reach the Africa Cup of Nations final from the stands as they beat Cameroon on penalties.

Cardi B is paying it forward. On January 9th a deadly fire took the lives of 17 people in a high-rise apartment building in the Bronx, New York City. The artist was raised in the Bronx and while there is nothing that can bring the victims family peace, New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced that Cardi B offered to pay for the funeral costs of the victims.

Wilson Chapman editorCardi B will pay funeral and burial expenses for victims of the Jan. 9 Bronx fire, the NYC Mayor’s Office announced Wednesday.The rapper, who was raised in the Bronx neighborhood Highbridge, has partnered with New York City Mayor Erik Adams and his Mayor’s Fund to Advance New York City to help alleviate the financial burden of the victims’ families following the tragedy.

Cardi B will cover the cost of burying the victims of a fire that took the lives of 17 people in The Bronx on January 9. Cardi, who was born and raised in the New York borough, will fund the funerals for all of those who lost their lives, including a number of people who will be buried in the Gambia, west Africa.

Cardi B is stepping up to help out the families whose loved ones perished in the Bronx apartment fire earlier this month.

Cardi B has volunteered to pay for the burial costs of the 17 people who were killed in a deadly fire that destroyed a New York City high-rise building earlier this month.  New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced Wednesday that the Grammy-winning rapper had offered financial relief for victims of the fire.The rapper grew up in the Bronx and holds a special connection to the area.  Many of the victims had ties to Gambia, and the families of several of the victims planned to bury them in their West African homeland. Cardi B has committed to paying the repatriation expenses for the victims who will be buried in Gambia, the mayor's office said.

NEW YORK -- Cardi B has offered to pay the burial costs for all 17 people killed in a fire that ripped through a New York City high-rise.New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced Wednesday that the Grammy-winning rapper had offered the financial relief for victims of the fire in the Bronx, where she grew up.Many of the victims had ties to Gambia, and families of several of the victims planned to bury them in their West African homeland. Cardi B has committed to paying the repatriation expenses for the victims who will be buried in Gambia, the mayor's office said.“I’m extremely proud to be from the Bronx and I have lots of family and friends who live and work there still.

Cardi B is stepping up to help those in her hometown. The 29-year-old rapper, who is from the Bronx, a New York City borough, is paying for the funeral and burial costs of those who died after a fire ignited in an apartment building.

Five men including one from Glasgow have been jailed for life for the murder of a young businessman as he left a barbecue - but the gunman remains on the run.

When Reverend Kenny Macaulay booked a winter break in The Gambia more than two decades ago, he could never have imagined the impact it would have on his life.

The U.S. on Thursday regained a seat on the U.N. Human Rights Council, three years after the previous administration withdrew from it.

Pa Salieu has shared a new track called ‘Bad’ featuring Aitch – you can listen to it below.The British-Gambian rapper’s new collaboration – produced by Two Inch Punch & WhyJay – premiered on BBC Radio 1 this evening (October 14) as Clara Amfo’s Hottest Record In The World.It comes with an accompanying KC Locke-directed official video, which features both Salieu and Aitch.

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Wednesday saw the release of Afrikan Rebel, a new three-song set from Pa Salieu. You might remember the Gambia-born, Coventry-based rapper some his excellent 2020 mixtape Send Them To Coventry which nabbed him a victory on BBC's Sound of 2021 poll and a spot on our best songs of the year list for "My Family." On Afrikan Rebel, Salieu leans more heavily than before on Afrobeat, just one of the influences in his unique style.

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straight to your inbox every day for freeArthur Gomez has reflected upon how he went from being a street footballer in Gambia to becoming the country’s first Manchester United player.Gomez joined United as a trialist in 2001 when aged just 17, and although he never made a first-team appearance for the club during his four-year stay, he has plenty of stories to tell.The young striker arrived at United’s training ground in Carrington after impressing on trial with Swedish side IFK

Hoops have proposed a deal that will see a £1.8m loan fee paid for an initial season. The club would then have an obligation to complete the transfer with a further payment of £5.8m needed from the Neil Lennon 's side to complete the deal.

Tributes have been paid to actor Louis Mahoney, who appeared in Fawlty Towers and Doctor Who, following his death aged 81.

Police are hunting for a Gambian man who wears “large distinctive rings” following a number of serious incidents in Edinburgh .