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Terrence Gurajena scoops out, free ice cream floods Rufaro
Terrence Gurajena ends his career as Harare's most recognized ice cream vendor at today's CAPS United versus Dynamos match at Rufaro Stadium. The Dairibord employee has worked football games for over twenty years after arriving from Magunje village in 1998. He chose stadium work to combine earning money with watching his favorite team play every week. The retiring vendor will distribute free ice cream to fans before becoming an ordinary supporter on Tuesday. CAPS United currently struggles in thirteenth place despite signing promising new players this season. Gurajena witnessed the team's championship victory in 2004 and their subsequent CAF Champions League campaign. The pandemic and stadium crisis created financial hardship when he...
Brian Bennett mauls Uganda, Zimbabwe feast in Harare
Zimbabwe defeated Uganda by five wickets in their opening match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Africa Region Final qualifiers. Brian Bennett led the chase with an unbeaten 72 from 44 deliveries after Uganda posted 152 for nine wickets. Blessing Muzarabani and Brad Evans each claimed three wickets to restrict the opposition. The 21-year-old opener has formed productive partnerships with Ben Curran and Tadiwanashe Marumani across formats. Eight nations compete for two qualification spots at the 2026 tournament in India and Sri Lanka. Zimbabwe faces Botswana this afternoon at Harare Sports Club on matchday two. Sean Williams withdrew from the squad for personal reasons, and wicketkeeper Clive Madande replaced him. The team enters the...
Zamfara illegal mine crush kills 18 as boulder traps dozens
A boulder collapse at an unauthorized mining site, killed 18 workers and left numerous others trapped beneath debris in northwestern Nigeria. Recovery teams located the victims' remains within tunnels at the Zamfara state facility following the Thursday incident. Rescue workers pulled five injured miners from the wreckage, according to site employee Sani Lawwali. The exact number of workers still buried remains uncertain, though estimates suggest dozens may be trapped underground. Manual excavation efforts continue as teams dig through rubble using basic tools and bare hands. Heavy rainfall appears to have triggered the rock slide that caused the mine's structural failure. Nigeria's mining industry operates numerous unlicensed...
Silent Push busts JVTVlive pirate IPTV with 22,500 channels
Cybersecurity researchers at Silent Push discovered an international streaming piracy network that distributed content from Netflix, Disney, and Amazon Prime Video. The operation spanned more than 1,000 websites and operated through 10,000 internet addresses worldwide. One service called JVTVlive charged subscribers $15 monthly for access to 22,500 television channels and 100,000 programs before authorities shut down the platform. The network distributed material from 20 major entertainment companies across nearly 200 countries. Data company MUSO reported that global piracy decreased during 2024 compared to previous years. Television content piracy generated 96.8 billion website visits, representing a 6.8 percent decline from 2023...
Scandal ends after 20 wild years on e.TV South Africa
South African broadcaster e.tv will conclude its long-running drama series Scandal after more than two decades on air. The network announced the soap opera will broadcast its final episode in June 2026. The show has served as a television institution across the country since its premiere. Viewers have consistently followed storylines that reflected real-life social issues and family dynamics. The broadcaster cited changing television trends as the primary reason for ending the program. Network officials stated the series had completed its natural lifespan within the current media environment. Production company Ochre Moving Pictures received recognition for delivering storytelling excellence throughout the show's run. Executive...
Netflix’s Wayward gets bloody at Tall Pines Academy
Netflix debuts thriller series Wayward on September 25. Creator Mae Martin drew inspiration from a childhood friend who attended a troubled teen facility for two years before escaping. The friend's experiences at the institute sparked Martin's interest in rehabilitation programs for adolescents. Martin developed the concept over six years after hearing disturbing accounts. The series centers on best friends Abbie and Leila who attend Tall Pines Academy. Toni Collette portrays the academy's spiritual yet controlling director who uses unconventional methods. Mae Martin plays police officer Alex who investigates the institution with his pregnant wife. The storyline explores toxic family dynamics and trauma between generations.
Apple TV’s Shrinking leaves Gen X howling in therapy
Apple TV+ comedy series "Shrinking" features Jason Segel as a therapist who abandons professional ethics to give clients brutally honest advice. Harrison Ford co-stars in the show created by Bill Lawrence, Brett Goldstein and Segel. The series explores Generation X mid-life challenges through humor and emotional depth. Critics praise the blend of comedy with serious themes about grief and personal growth. The streaming platform celebrated 22 Emmy wins at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards ceremony. "Shrinking" benefited from Apple's comedy lineup recognition during the awards show. Generation X viewers connect with the show's portrayal of mid-life pressures and therapy culture. The series wraps its second season while remaining less...
YouTube Music's AI host is a Spotify DJ wannabe
YouTube Music launches an artificial intelligence host service that provides listeners with commentary and background information about their music selections. The feature resembles Spotify's AI DJ technology, offering trivia and stories tailored to the user's preferences. This addition follows YouTube's March release of the "Ask for Music" feature, which creates personalized radio stations through user prompts. The streaming platform makes the AI host available through its YouTube Labs experimental program at no cost to users. Access remains restricted to United States subscribers without requiring a Premium membership status. YouTube continues to expand its artificial intelligence capabilities across multiple services, having...
Kushner, Saudis snatch EA in $50 billion buyout
Electronic Arts faces acquisition talks that could result in a historic $50 billion private buyout. The video game publisher currently trades at a $43 billion market value, but may accept the higher offer from investment groups. Silver Lake Management leads the potential buyers alongside Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund and Affinity Partners. The deal represents what analysts consider the largest leveraged buyout attempt in corporate history. EA shares have surged 15 percent since reports of a buyout emerged from major financial publications. The company has maintained public trading status for three decades on the NASDAQ exchange. EA produces popular gaming franchises, including Battlefield, The Sims, and EA Sports FC. The...
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