The iPhone 16 Pro Max stands out as a top video recording device with its three-camera system. Apple wants people to see their phones as the go-to choice for video creation. This led to a partnership with Mumbai Academy of the Moving Image for their program called MAMI Select: Shot on iPhone. The program pairs experienced filmmakers with newcomers who learn to make movies using just a smartphone.
Four famous Indian directors - Konkona Sen Sharma, Vikramaditty Motwane, Lijo Jose Pellissery, and Vetri Maaran - selected four aspiring creators for this project. Director Maaran believes iPhone filming offers complete personal expression during this democratic era of filmmaking. Participant Shalini Vijayakumar created a comedy-horror film...
Gaming company 505 Games and developer MercurySteam continue releasing new trailers for their upcoming action-adventure Blades of Fire. The latest video focuses on combat mechanics. Players can use three weapon types—slashing, piercing, and blunt—with some weapons allowing switching between styles. Enemies display weak points through special outlines, helping players choose the right weapon. Fighting effectively requires targeting these vulnerable areas and using appropriate weapons against different foes.
The game encourages tactical positioning, with higher ground providing battle advantages. A companion character named Adso helps document enemy information. Players gain more details about each enemy type through repeated encounters...
Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa Junior and Baby Mama Pokello Nare.
South Sudan Vice President Benjamin Bol Mel has promised to help speed up digital transformation across the country. On Tuesday, he met with Information Minister Michael Makuei Lueth to discuss plans for improving technology infrastructure. Their talks centered on quickly implementing important ICT projects, especially expanding the national fiber network. The VP stressed the need for modern digital systems to support connectivity throughout the nation. These improvements aim to boost commerce, development, peace efforts, and reconciliation.
The officials discussed creating digital innovation centers to teach young people skills for joining the global digital economy, which aligns with President Salva Kiir Mayardit's vision for the...
Uganda Tax Appeals Tribunal threw out a tax claim for Shs 1.1 billion against Premier Recruitment Limited. The panel decided the company did not need to pay taxes on money given to workers heading overseas. The business belongs to Rajiv Ruparelia, whose father, Sudhir, made his fortune in real estate. The tribunal found that no employment relationship existed between Premier Recruitment and these workers. The panel stated clearly that funds provided to workers cannot be taxed under current laws.
This decision will affect many companies that send Ugandan workers abroad. Crystal Kabajwara led the tribunal, with members Siraj Ali and Christine Katwe making the ruling. The case started when tax officials labeled advance payments for...
Former TV host Xolani Khumalo received a break when officials withdrew murder charges against him temporarily. The National Prosecuting Authority wants more time to investigate the July 2023 incident. Khumalo faced accusations of attacking suspected drug dealer Robert Varrie during filming in Katlehong, east of Johannesburg. Varrie died after the confrontation. The case sparked major public debate across the country.
Khumalo previously hosted the anti-drug program, Sizok'thola, on the Moja Love channel. He became famous for exposing drug operations before his arrest led to dismissal from the network. Many social media users expressed surprise about the case withdrawal. Some claimed new evidence caused prosecutors to pause the...
The Miss Fabulous Zimbabwe International Pageant celebrates Independence Day with free national fabric, T-shirts, and caps. Next year, the beauty contest will be held in Bulawayo from October 26 through November 1. Winners receive $1,500, money for projects, endorsement deals, and other gifts. This program aims to build national pride, unity, and cultural appreciation among Zimbabweans.
Executive Director Simbarashe Gwawawa said they want to give back to communities and strengthen solidarity through independence celebrations. The giveaway represents part of their broader mission to connect with people and help women through modern technology. Their models participate in community outreach, advocate for women, and promote national...
The Mr and Miss Rural Zimbabwe crochet competition has attracted more than 200 designers hoping to dress pageant contestants. The event happens on April 25 at the Joshua Mqabuko Statue in Bulawayo. Winners gain the chance to create outfits for the pageant finalists.
Event creator Sipho Mazibuko expressed surprise at the large turnout. She noted that crochet is making a strong comeback with impressive quality work. The competition might extend beyond the pageant, with plans for international expo participation. Mazibuko described the contest as challenging for participants who are bringing fresh creativity to this traditional craft.
Organizers divided the competition into districts so that designers represented their local areas. The...
South African religious groups face serious problems with no proper oversight, according to the CRL Rights Commission. The commission released a report showing widespread abuse across religious organizations after holding investigative hearings from 2015 to 2017. They examined how religion became commercialized and belief systems exploited.
CRL chairperson Thoko Mkhwanazi-Xaluva pointed to the Omotoso case as a clear example of these issues. She explained that anyone can start a church or religious group without restrictions. People have nowhere to report problems when they occur. The commission highlighted Angel Ministry in Eastern Cape as an extremist church claiming divine powers. This church reportedly teaches that education is...
