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Badman Pondo’s “Alright” Becomes The Talk of The Town As It Breaks into Shazam Charts

Badman Pondo’s latest single “Alright” didn’t just “drop” (that’d be an understatement to the atomic impact it had), it “detonated” and shook the Nigerian music topography. In a week where many songs dropped, Badman Pondo’s “Alright” stood out like goldfish against the ocean’s blue.Within 48 hours of its release on October 15, the amapiano-fueled, Fuji-spiced anthem debuted at No. 1 on Audiomack on its very first week of release and is now buzzing on Shazam’s Global Charts at No. 180, with influencers, content creators and even the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 10, Imisi catching the flu of the high-energy Afro-fusion anthem. Produced by Mansa Jabulani and released under IMJA Plug, “Alright” marks another win for the fast-rising artist and sends a clear message that Badman Pondo isn’t just close to fame anymore — he’s already in the room, turning up the volume.
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Meet Hollywood’s Martyr, Robert Downey Jr.

Born April 4, 1965, in New York City, Robert Downey Jr. is one of Hollywood’s most compelling comeback stories. Best known for his iconic portrayal of Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, he redefined what it means to embody a superhero by balancing the scales of genius, wit, and heart. Before Marvel, Downey was already an actor of depth and range. His performance in Chaplin (1992), where he portrayed silent film legend Charlie Chaplin, earned him an Academy Award nomination and a BAFTA win for Best Actor. He went on to shine in Sherlock Holmes, Tropic Thunder, and Oppenheimer, amongst others. Despite early-career struggles with addiction and multiple arrests in the 1990s, Downey rebuilt both his life and legacy through perseverance and self-discipline. By 2012, he had become the world’s highest-paid actor according to Forbes, a title he held for three consecutive years.
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Meet Cruel Santino, the Alté Rockstar

Born Osayaba Andrew Ize-Iyamu in Lagos, Cruel Santino, formerly known as Santi, is one of the fearless architects of Nigeria’s Alté movement, a boundless universe where Afrobeats flirts with punk, hip-hop, and dreamlike pop. A self-taught visionary who began writing, rapping, and directing as a teenager, Santino built his sound and visuals from a deep well of Nollywood nostalgia, anime aesthetics, gaming culture, and the limitless spirit of the internet. His work thrives on storytelling and worldbuilding, drawing from the imaginations of creators like Junji Ito and Hideo Kojima, but always finding its own pulse in the chaos. His 2019 breakout album Mandy & The Jungle introduced listeners to his lush, layered world through records like Rapid Fire and Sparky—songs that blurred the lines between genre and feeling. Then came Subaru Boys: FINAL HEAVEN in 2022, a 21-track odyssey that expanded his creative universe into something larger than music, blending trap drums, Afrofusion textures, and surreal worldbuilding. With features from Amaarae, Skepta, and Koffee, the project earned acclaim from Rolling Stone and Fader, further proving Santino’s place among the architects of modern sound. Beyond the studio, his vision stretches into fashion and film, with collaborations alongside Mowalola, Tyler, The Creator, and Odumodublvck, and performances with Rema, FKA Twigs, and Blood Orange. His work has crossed global stages from ICA London to MoMA PS1, Triennale di Milano, and Sole DXB, with mentions in Pitchfork, GQ, Billboard, NME, Crack, and Dazed.Songs like Final Champion and I Told Gus I’m Dreamin’ capture his raw, cinematic, and endlessly curiousworld perfectly.
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The Suprising Legal History Of The Popular “Happy Birthday To You” Song

We all know it; the simple, universal song sung millions of times a day and by millions of people around the world. It’d however interest to know that for decades, “Happy Birthday to You” wasn’t just a tune, it was a profit udder illegally milked by a music group. The “Happy Birthday to You” song was originally “A classroom song” written in 1893 by two sisters, Mildred and Patty Hill, who happened to be kindergarten teachers from Kentucky and they originally composed it as a classroom greeting titled “Good Morning to All” with the lyrics going thus: “Good morning to you, Good morning to you, Good morning, dear children, Good morning to all.” Over time, children and teachers began swapping the words to say “Happy Birthday to You” and by the early 1900s, it had become the go-to birthday anthem we know today. The Copyright Controversy The whole issue started when Clayton F. Summy Co., the publisher of the Hill sisters’ songbook, claimed ownership of both the melody and later lyrics. Then after a series of acquisitions, Warner/Chappell Music ended up owning the rights enforced it aggressively for decades by ensuring that movie studios, TV shows, restaurants, and even ads had to pay to use the song. It is reported that the licensing fees reportedly amounted to over $2 million per year for Warner/Chappell. It is also reported to have been the reason why movies like Bend It Like Beckham or Miss Congeniality used awkward “birthday-ish” songs instead since they couldn’t afford the heavy illegal licensing fee. The Lawsuit That Changed Everything The turning point however started in 2013, when documentary filmmaker, Jennifer Nelson was charged $1,500 to use the Happy Birthday song in her film which happens to be a movie about the song’s history. It was at this point that the copyright claim for invalidity was raised. This unravelled the truth that Warner/Chappell only owned the specific piano arrangements, not the lyrics or melody itself, and that the lyrics had actually been published without a valid copyright notice long before Warner’s claim. Thus, in 2016, a U.S. federal judge ruled in Nelson’s favor, declaring that “Happy Birthday to You” belongs in the public domain and everyone could use freely without legal trouble. Warner/Chappell was also made to agree to a $14 million settlement to reimburse people who had paid licensing fees and this case went on to became a landmark for music copyright law by reiterating the idea that some art actually belongs to everyone. @Alaro Basit
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Real Love, Real Fear: How John Krasinski and Emily Blunt’s Family Shaped A Quiet Place (2018)

Did you know that when John Krasinski was filming A Quiet Place (2018), his wife and co-star Emily Blunt was pregnant with their second child. The couple poured that real-life emotion into their performances hereby portraying parents desperately trying to protect their children in a world where silence means survival. Krasinski later revealed that directing Emily during such a tense, emotionally charged story felt both beautiful and terrifying because, in his words, “it wasn’t just a movie about family, it was our family.” That genuine emotional connection became the heart of A Quiet Place, elevating it beyond the typical horror film.
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The Breaststroke is the Oldest Known Swimming Stroke

Did you know that the breaststroke is the oldest known swimming stroke, with depictions found in ancient Egyptian murals dating back thousands of years? In fact, it’s believed to be one of the first swimming strokes taught to beginners. The breaststroke was also the dominant stroke in Europe for hundreds of years after being described in “The Art of Swimming” in 1696.
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Meet The Actor, John Krasinski

Born: October 20, 1979 Full Name: John Burke Krasinski Specialty: Actor • Director • Writer • Producer Nationality: American From lovable paper salesman to action hero and acclaimed filmmaker, John Krasinski has carved an extraordinary path through Hollywood. He first gained global recognition as Jim Halpert on NBC’s beloved sitcom The Office (2005–2013), a role that showcased his effortless comedic timing and natural charm. In 2018, Krasinski reinvented himself with the groundbreaking thriller A Quiet Place, which he co-wrote, directed, and starred in alongside his wife, Emily Blunt. The film’s near-silent tension and emotional depth redefined modern horror, earning widespread critical acclaim and a spot on Time’s 100 Most Influential People list. Following its success, he returned with A Quiet Place Part II (2020), further cementing his reputation as a master storyteller and visionary filmmaker. Beyond his work in horror, Krasinski brought intensity and intelligence to the title role in Amazon’s action-thriller series Jack Ryan (2018–2023), and surprised fans with a memorable cameo as Reed Richards / Mister Fantastic in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022). Off-screen, he continues to explore creativity through production and writing while balancing life with his wife, Emily Blunt, and their two daughters.
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