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Strictly Come Dancing star and former Rugby Union player, Ugo Monye, has opened up about the heartbreaking moment he discovered his father had cancer.The 41 year old TNT Sports pundit revealed that he was unaware of his dad's illness until after his 2021 death, which was three weeks before Ugo appeared on the ITV dancing competition. Ugo dedicated his first dance with professional partner Oti Mabuse - which took place just hours after the funeral - to his father, Theophilus, who passed away at the age of 81. Ugo shared that his father, who resided in Nigeria, was diagnosed with prostate cancer during the Covid pandemic, but this information was not relayed to his family by carers until after his passing.This revelation, along with travel restrictions at the time, meant that Ugo never got the chance to bid his father farewell, whom he hadn't seen for several years following Theophilus' move to Nigeria after separating from Ugo's mum over 15 years ago.

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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are reportedly unable to include Australia in their upcoming world tour, despite the success of their recent trip to Nigeria. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who stepped down as senior royals in 2020, have hit a snag with plans for a rumoured visit Down Under.

Sufferers of a blood disease whose numbers are soaring are being helped by a miracle drug. There were 48 cases of sickle cell disease in Scotland in 2005 but the most recent figures show numbers have risen to 413 – a rise of 760 per cent in less than 20 years.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are intent on keeping their children, Archie and Lilibet, away from the public eye, with a royal expert suggesting that fans "won't see the kids again".

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are reportedly gearing up for a "world tour" after their recent visit to Nigeria.

during his 3-day trip to London last month.Displaying tensions further, Markle also snubbed the royal family by flying to London to meet her husband at Heathrow Airport and immediately jetting off to Nigeria together.“Maybe there’s too much water under the bridge now, a lot of time has passed, trust has been broken, can that be repaired? Time will tell,” Harrold said on behalf of Spin Genie. “Actions speak louder than words.”The Sussexes have also not seen cancer-stricken Kate Middleton since she revealed her diagnosis to the world in March.Despite once being joined at the hip, Harry and the Princess of Wales, 42, no longer boast a friendship as tensions worsened following his revelations in “Spare.”Still, while a reconciliation between both camps seems like a pipe dream, Harry is reportedly looking to snap up a UK property so that he and his wife have a place to stay when visiting London.Harrold this week told The Post that Harry’s rumored UK home search was spurred on after he “realized that he’s only got one family.”The royal expert suggested that the couple are looking to revert back to their “original idea” of splitting their time equally between the UK and the US.After being evicted from Frogmore Cottage in June 2023, Harry and Meghan have not had a permanent place to stay on his home soil.The pair currently reside in their $14 million Montecito, Calif.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle caused a few rumblings within circles close to the monarchy after their recent rip to Nigeria was dubbed a 'mini royal tour'.

A style expert has suggested that Meghan Markle may have sent a subtle message to the Royal Family by wearing a piece of jewellery once donned by Princess Diana.

Christopher Vourlias Zaia Ventures, the venture studio led by former Prime Video chief marketing officer Ukonwa Ojo, has taken a stake inTaeps Animation Studios, a growing Nigerian outfit dedicated to bringing powerful African stories to life. Co-founded in 2017 by long-time friends and animation enthusiasts Adeoyin Okuboyejo and Ayobami Bello, Taeps Animation Studios aims to usher in a new era of animation that celebrates African culture and heritage.

Thania Garcia The Recording Academy is working to expand its global efforts for artists in rapidly advancing spaces. The Academy announced Tuesday it has inked agreements with Ministries of Cultures and key stakeholders across the Middle East and Africa to collaborate on strengthening the Academy’s presence and services in these music regions.

Meghan Markle's reaction to being given a new "title" during her tour of Nigeria with Prince Harry has left royal fans in two minds.

EXCLUSIVE: The National Film Authority of Ghana has re-teamed with regional operator Silverbird Cinemas to mount the Africa Cinema Summit in the nation’s capital, Accra. 

People confirmed the Duke and Duchess of Sussex were not invited to this year’s annual celebration of the British monarch’s birthday. The event is set for June 15 in London. This is the second time the couple has been snubbed, as they were also not invited last year, which was the inaugural year that Trooping the Colour happened during King Charles’ reign.

EXCLUSIVE: Film Independent and the U.S. Department of State on Tuesday named the 20 filmmakers, from 12 different nations, selected to participate in the 2024 Global Media Makers LA Residency.

Meghan Markle has responded publicly following her recent honour from the Yoruba King, Oluwo of Iwo, and it has sparked diverse reactions among Royal fans.The Duchess of Sussex, 42, was honoured with a traditional Yoruba name "Adetokunbo," something Meghan highlighted as a treasured gift, branding Nigeria as her "home." Meghan said: "Thank you for your warm welcome to Nigeria. I am deeply humbled by your blessing of the traditional Yoruba name, Adetokunbo.

Meghan Markle has spoken out after she was bestowed new 'title' – and royal fans are divided.The Duchess of Sussex, 42, was given a traditional Yoruba name, "Adetokunbo," during her recent trip to Nigeria with husband Prince Harry. In a letter, the mum-of-two has now said she will "treasure" the title and branded Nigeria her "home." She said: "Thank you for your warm welcome to Nigeria. I am deeply humbled by your blessing of the traditional Yoruba name, Adetokunbo.

Glastonbury sharing new names for the 2024 edition, as well as the full line-up and schedule.The legendary Worthy Farm festival will be taking place later this month, and see headline sets from Dua Lipa, Coldplay and SZA, as well as the likes of Shania Twain, LCD Soundsystem, Little Simz and The National.The initial wave of acts were confirmed back in March, and since then the organisers have been drip-feeding separate posters for the festival’s many areas and stages – including Left Field, Woodsies, The Glade, the Acoustic Stage, Silver Hayes, The Park, Block9 and The Common.Now, the festival has shared the schedule details for 2024, and confirmed numerous new acts in the process.Announced this morning (June 4), the new artists added to the extensive line-up included Nigerian pop star Tems – who will be performing at the Other Stage on Saturday between 2:15pm and 3:15pm – and indie veterans James, who are set to take to the Other Stage on Sunday between 3pm and 4pm.More indie heavyweights have been confirmed too, including Jamie Webster, The Staves, The Zutons and Soft Play (fka Slaves).Others include Rachel Chinouriri, Femi Kuti, Seasick Steve, Squeeze, Johnny Flynn and many more.This year, there isn’t a big-name secret act included on the poster – like seen in 2023 with Foo Fighters, who posed under the alias The Churnups – although there is a gap at the Woodsies stage at 6pm on Saturday where the act is still yet to be announced.Visit here for the full line-up, stage splits and schedule.Following the announcement, punters have taken to social media to share their reactions to the new artists confirmed for the 2024 line-up.“This has made my day!” one user wrote, reacting to Squeeze announcing that they had joined this

It must be a nostalgic rollercoaster for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle as their daughter, Lilibet, celebrates her third birthday this week.

referred to Nigeria as “my country.”During the visit, Markle, 42, received a distinguished honor by Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, the traditional ruler.He also gave the mom of two a traditional Yoruba name of Adetokunbo.Following her trip, Markle penned a heartfelt letter to the ruler, in which she thanked him for bestowing the Chieftaincy Title upon her and for taking care of her and Harry.“Your Imperial Majesty, Thank you for your warm welcome to Nigeria. I am deeply humbled by your blessing of the traditional Yoruba name, Adetokunbo.

For Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, it must feel like only yesterday that their second child, daughter Lilibet, was born as they celebrate her third birthday this week. And with her brother Archie turning five just weeks ago, like many parents, the couple no doubt feel like time is flying. During their recent visit to Nigeria, which fell on Mother’s Day in the US, hands-on mum Meghan, 42, revealed that she was missing Archie and Lilibet.

EXCLUSIVE: Caroline Chikezie (Power Book II: Ghost) and Princess Adenike (Nanny) are leading indie short film A Beauty Supply In Queens, a drama based on the true story of a Nigerian family who opened one of the first Black-owned beauty supply stores in Jamaica, Queens, NY, ten years ago.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's recent trip to Nigeria and their efforts to boost their public image could see them being viewed as 'the more stylish version of William and Kate'.

Meghan Markle's comparison to the late Princess Diana has been slammed as "beyond tasteless and offensive" by Prince William, according to a source.

Prince William was reportedly taken aback by the comparisons drawn between Meghan Markle and his late mother, Princess Diana, during Meghan's recent trip to Nigeria with Prince Harry. The Duchess of Sussex's choice of jewellery - a simple gold necklace reminiscent of one worn by Diana during a 1990 visit to Nigeria with then Prince Charles - sparked comments.

Elvis Presley’s iconic Graceland residence.Earlier this month, it was reported that actor Riley Keough – who is also the granddaughter of the late music icon – was taking legal action to halt the court-approved sale of Graceland.The fate of the iconic residence was thrown into question due to events stemming back to 2018, when a deed of trust was allegedly signed by Lisa Marie and secured a $3.8million (£2.9m) loan from Naussany Investments and Private Lending LLC in Missouri. The company claimed that Graceland was used as collateral in the loan, which was never paid back.Keough – who is recognised for roles in Daisy Jones & the Six, Logan Lucky and Mad Max: Fury Road, and is also the daughter of Elvis’ only child, Lisa Marie – is the current owner of the iconic 13.8-acre estate in Memphis, Tennessee.

Prince Harry appeared "bitter" on his recent visit to Nigeria with Meghan Markle, according to a Royal commentator. Harry and wife Meghan, who stepped down as senior Royals in 2020, conducted a three-day trip to Nigeria earlier this month receiving appreciation.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's recent trip to Nigeria and their efforts to boost their public image could potentially position them as a more stylish version of William and Kate.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are expected to introduce their children, five year old Prince Archie and two year old Princess Lilibet, to the world in a grand manner but they're waiting for the right moment, according to a royal expert.

Meghan Markle’s high-profile visit, Nigeria’s First Lady issued a stern warning to the nation’s women: Don’t lose yourself trying to emulate American celebrities. Senator Oluremi Tinubu, wife of President Bola Tinubu, didn’t hold back as she took aim at the pervasive influence of Hollywood’s risqué fashion trends.Speaking in Abuja to mark the first anniversary of her husband’s administration, Tinubu urged teenagers and young people to dress more modestly and reject the scantily-clad styles popularized by US stars. “We have to salvage our children,” she declared.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been in the spotlight again after their three-day Invictus Games trip to Nigeria earlier this month. The visit, which was branded a "mini royal tour" by some critics came hot on the heels of Harry's solo whirlwind stop in the UK for a ten-year anniversary celebration of the event in London. The Duke of Sussex didn't meet his father King Charles during his stopover in the UK, or other members of his family, as relations continue to be tense.

“Worldwide Privacy Tour” — but Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could be making national tours a part of their repertoire following the success of their recent trip to Nigeria. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are now purportedly planning to tour another country following their 3-day visit to the African nation earlier this month. Harry and Meghan were invited to Nigeria by Christopher Musa, the country’s highest-ranking military official, and were warmly received by locals and powerful politicians alike.

Prince Harry is "entirely in the shadow" of Meghan Markle as she "steals the limelight", according to an expert.The Sussexes recently embarked on a high-profile trip to Nigeria where Meghan in particular looked striking in an array of dazzling outfits and spoke publicly about discovering her Nigeria heritage. It was the couple's first overseas tour since sensationally quitting as working royals and it led to speculation that Harry appeared pushed out and worried amid his wife's star performance.

enraged King Charles and Prince William. Now, royal author Tom Quinn claims the monarch and his eldest son have spoken about stripping the the California-based couple of their royal titles. Harry and Meghan stepped down as senior working royals back in 2020, but have still retained their titles as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.

King Charles and the Prince of Wales are reportedly "terrified" of the potential repercussions if they were to remove Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's Royal titles, a Royal commentator has claimed. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex famously stepped back from their roles as senior working royals in 2020 and subsequently relocated to Montecito, California, where they live with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.