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Now global expansion into the Middle East, Africa, and the rest of Europe led by our new CEO Sukiana Chancy 🥳
Badassboz opens up about her Ghanaian traditional marriage ceremony, revealing that Nana Addo stood in as her father during the ceremony because her dad was unwell.
Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old.
Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000).
A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.
At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging @DollyParton or by leaving a message at https://t.co/cLu9I7M2wC
In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at https://t.co/arzrqInqJA
Yale is a great medical school. And admission to medical schools is not easy. If medicine were simply a meritocracy measured by raw test scores, half the children of wealthy physicians would never make it past the parking lot. I suspect most cheering the Dept of Justice are racists.
A dream fulfilled. 🤍
Officially, Nadia Hackett, MD.
Honored and excited to begin my journey in Orthopedic Surgery.
“To whom much is given, much will be required.” — Luke 12:48 ✨
You all really need to take research more seriously before producing movies. This is exactly why Nollywood is often not taken seriously, these days, it feels like just anyone can put out a film without proper depth or accuracy. If you had done thorough research, you wouldn’t have ended up making this kind of movie.
And let me be clear, we do not worship the same God.
Our God is not the author of confusion. He does not reveal Himself one way and then contradict Himself in another.
As Christians, we worship Jesus, the One Muslims reject as Savior and reduce to only a prophet, denying His death and resurrection. To be a Christian, you must confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that He was raised from the dead (Romans 10:9).
In Islam, however, becoming a Muslim requires reciting the shahada, declaring that Allah is god and Muhammad is his prophet. These are two completely different beliefs, pointing to two different understandings of God.
Again, God is not the author of confusion. We do not accept Muhammad as a prophet, and we do not recognize the god he introduced. As Christians, we know God as Yahweh, His covenant name who revealed Himself, took on human form in Jesus Christ, walked among us, and ultimately gave His life for our salvation. The Allah of the Quran does not do this.
So no, we do not serve the same God. Madam Toyin.
No hollywood studio wanted to produce the passion of the Christ. Too risky. Too controversial.
So Mel Gibson funded it himself, forming his own production company. He knew this would cost him everything.
When casting Jesus, Mel warned Jim Caviezel: "If you do this, you will be rejected by hollywood."
Jim took a day to pray. Then he called back: "We have to make it. I am 33. My initials are J.C."
Mel paused. "You are scaring me." And hung up.
What followed was the most brutal role in hollywood history.
Caviezel lost 45 pounds, was struck by lightning twice, and whipped by accident leaving a 14-inch scar. He dislocated his shoulder and developed pneumonia and hypothermia from hanging on the cross for hours. Filming the crucifixion alone took 5 weeks. He later underwent two open-heart surgeries due to stress.
Jim's goal was clear:
“I didn't want people to see me. I wanted them to see Jesus. Conversions will happen through that."
And they did. All over the world.
The film grossed $611 million worldwide and became the most successful R-Rated film in history.
But more than that, it brought christ's suffering to life and pierced hearts across the globe.
Pedro Sarubbi, who played Barabbas, said of Caviezel: "His eyes had no hatred. Only mercy and love." He converted to Christianity.
Luca Lionello, who played Judas, was a former Atheist. After filming, he became a christian and baptized his children.
A muslim technician on set watched the filming... and gave his life to Christ.
The passion of the Christ didn't just make headlines, it changed lives.
It sparked conversations in hollywood, conversions in living rooms, and tears in theaters around the world.
A film about his death led many to find true life.
There is so much to be said about this tour. My first instinct was to go into critique mode. But I have thought about this for a while. And honestly for a 21 year old I would say he has done something beautiful. Something that will be remembered for a long time. He did more for African tourism (once you remove the really embarrassing Nigerian part of it) than any tourism board in Africa in the past few years. He was a young man having the time of his life, coming with no pretence of expertise or philanthropy. Just doing random stuff he enjoyed. Sometimes chaotic. Often genuine interactions with people across the continent. We saw the funny, the interesting and the ugly (again, thanks Nigeria). I see a rare example of a young streamer who has gone beyond the sometimes banal streaming culture to do something truly worthwhile.