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Lady Gaga’s grandmother, Angelina Calderone Germanotta, has died … TMZ has learned. Angelina — the mother of Gaga’s dad, Joe Germanotta — passed away on October 12, just days shy of her 95th birthday. A funeral for Angelina was held on October…
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Andrew Mountbatten Windsor has officially been stripped of his “prince” title as he continues to make headlines for his connection to Jeffrey Epstein.
Buckingham Palace announced in October 2025 that King Charles III had officially started the “formal” process to remove his brother’s “style, titles and honors” amid the fallout from his sexual assault scandal. Andrew’s name change went into effect immediately, and he will move out of the Royal Lodge as soon as time permits.
“His lease on Royal Lodge has, to date, provided him with legal protection to continue in residence,” the statement from the palace read on Thursday. “Formal notice has now been served to surrender the lease and he will move to alternative private accommodation.”
The statement concluded, “These censures are deemed necessary, notwithstanding the fact that he continues to deny the allegations against him. Their Majesties wish to make clear that their thoughts and utmost sympathies have been, and will remain with, the victims and survivors of any and all forms of abuse.”
Why King Charles Acted Now — and Not Sooner — Against Brother Prince Andrew
Us Weekly understands that Charles has the full support of the royal family where Andrew’s status is concerned. But what led to the drastic move?
Keep scrolling for a timeline of events:
The late Virginia Giuffre alleged in 2019 that she and Andrew had sexual relations in 2001 when she was underage. Andrew denied the accusations at the time, sitting down for an interview on BBC’s Newsnight to condemn the claims.
Following the interview, Andrew announced his decision to step down from his royal duties.
Two years after Giuffre’s allegations, she sued Andrew for sexual abuse. They settled outside of court for an undisclosed sum in 2022.
Five years after Giuffre’s initial allegations, she started making headlines once again. An excerpt from her posthumously released memoir, Nobody’s Girl, resurfaced her allegations against Andrew. (Giuffre died by suicide at age 41 in April 2025.)
Days before the book’s release, Andrew announced that he would be giving up his royal title in the wake of the scandal.
“I have decided, as I always have, to put my duty to my family and country first. I stand by my decision five years ago to stand back from public life,” his statement read. “With His Majesty’s agreement, we feel I must now go a step further. I will therefore no longer use my title or the honors which have been conferred upon me. As I have said previously, I vigorously deny the accusations against me.”
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Giuffre detailed more allegations about her apparent sexual experiences with both Andrew and Epstein in the book.
Following the book’s release, Andrew’s name continued to make headlines with many wondering what would come of him after giving up his royal title. Some questioned Charles’ next move while others wondered if Andrew would be forced to move out of the home he’s been living in rent-free for 22 years.
While Charles conferred with his family, Us can confirm, the king made the decision about his brother himself. With Andrew being stripped of his prince title, he was also forced to move out of his home at the Royal Lodge. Us understands that Andrew will be relocating to Sandringham Estate in Norfolk.
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Following her breakup from Jonathan Davino in March 2025, Sydney Sweeney moved on with Scooter Braun.
After being spotted walking around Italy prior to Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez’s wedding in June 2025, the pair sparked romance rumors that September.
“It is not serious,” a source told Us Weekly later that month, adding that Sweeney is not “exclusively dating anyone right now but is having fun with Scooter.”
Nearly one month later, another source told Us that Braun and Sweeney’s relationship evolved and had already “become more serious.”
Is Sydney Sweeney Dating Scooter Braun? What We Know So Far
“Still not putting a label on it, but Sydney has been having a lot of fun with Scooter,” the insider explained in October 2025. “It has been low-pressure for both of them and has been a different relationship for Sydney. Scooter has introduced her to new perspectives, especially when it comes to business.”
Keep scrolling to learn more about Sweeney and Braun’s relationship timeline:
The pair connected at Bezos and Sanchez’s wedding in Italy and were spotted walking together around the streets of Venice prior to the ceremony.
“They hung out that whole weekend and had a lot of fun,” a source told Us in September 2025. “They have been texting since and have seen each other a few times.”
After romance rumors started circulating, a source told Us that Sweeney is “not exclusively dating anyone right now but is having fun with Scooter.”
“It is not serious,” the insider explained, adding that Sweeney is “dating around and in her single era without having any pressure.”
Sydney Sweeney’s Dating History: Jonathan Davino to Scooter Braun
The source went on to say that Braun was “very into” Sweeney and has “been trying to see her in between her work commitments.”
Later that month, Sweeney and Braun were spotted having a dinner date in Los Angeles and at Universal Studios Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights. Braun also attended Sweeney’s space-themed birthday party.
Nearly one month after seemingly debuting their relationship, another source told Us that Braun and Sweeney “are dating and it has become more serious.”
“Still not putting a label on it, but Sydney has been having a lot of fun with Scooter. It has been low-pressure for both of them and has been a different relationship for Sydney. Scooter has introduced her to new perspectives, especially when it comes to business,” the insider explained, adding that Braun opened her “eyes to opportunities and ways of thinking she hadn’t considered before.”
According to the source, Sweeney “has been soaking up the knowledge” that Braun has from “so many different sectors and industries.”
“She truly admires the level of experience and insight he has. Beyond the business side, she respects his drive and ambition, which has inspired her in her own life,” the source said, noting they have “been constantly seeing each other the last two months” and that Braun “admires Sydney’s playful and easygoing nature and the way she brings a sense of fun into his often high-pressure world.”
Later that month, Sweeney and Braun were spotted at The Laugh Factory in Los Angeles for Matt Rife’s comedy tour, per The Hollywood Reporter.
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LAGOS-(MaraviPost)-Airtel Africa, a leading provider of telecommunications and mobile money services across the continent has registered significant customers base increase to 173.8 million representing 11.0%.
With data customers of 78.1 million showing accelerated growth of 18.4%.
While Smartphone penetration increased from 3.8% to 46.8%, with data ARPU’s growing by 16.8% in constant currency primarily reflecting the 45.0% increase in data traffic across the network.
This is a strong financial and operational performance for the half-year period ended September 30, 2025, the company has released.
According to the company’s half-year report released on Thursday, the total revenue reached $2.98 billion, representing a 24.5% increase in constant currency and 25.8% growth in reported currency, aided by currency appreciation.
The report show profit after tax also rose significantly to $376 million, up from $79 million in the same period last year.
The company’s mobile money segment continued to perform strongly, with revenues growing by 30.2% in constant currency, attributed to increased scale and higher customer engagement.
Airtel Africa Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Sunil Taldar attributed the strong results to the company’s commitment to customer satisfaction and strategic initiatives aimed at digital transformation.
“Our strategy has been focused on providing a superior customer experience, and the strength of these results is testament to the initiatives we have been implementing across the business,” said Taldar.
He added that the growing smartphone penetration underscores the rising demand for data services across Airtel Africa’s markets and presents an opportunity to further develop the digital economy.
“The acceleration in customer growth and continued engagement on our platform reflect our success in driving digital adoption and innovation to enhance the ecosystem,” he said.
Taldar says Airtel Africa remains committed to sustaining its growth momentum through targeted investments and efficiency improvements.
He assures, “We will continue to focus on incremental margin improvements. Subject to macroeconomic stability, the strong performance gives us confidence to increase our capital expenditure guidance for this financial year to between $875 million and $900 million, as we accelerate investments to capture the full potential across our markets and deliver long-term value for all stakeholders”.
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LAGOS-(MaraviPost)-Airtel Africa, a leading provider of telecommunications and mobile money services across the continent has registered significant customers base increase to 173.8 million representing 11.0%.
With data customers of 78.1 million showing accelerated growth of 18.4%.
While Smartphone penetration increased from 3.8% to 46.8%, with data ARPU’s growing by 16.8% in constant currency primarily reflecting the 45.0% increase in data traffic across the network.
This is a strong financial and operational performance for the half-year period ended September 30, 2025, the company has released.
According to the company’s half-year report released on Thursday, the total revenue reached $2.98 billion, representing a 24.5% increase in constant currency and 25.8% growth in reported currency, aided by currency appreciation.
The report show profit after tax also rose significantly to $376 million, up from $79 million in the same period last year.
The company’s mobile money segment continued to perform strongly, with revenues growing by 30.2% in constant currency, attributed to increased scale and higher customer engagement.
Airtel Africa Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Sunil Taldar attributed the strong results to the company’s commitment to customer satisfaction and strategic initiatives aimed at digital transformation.
“Our strategy has been focused on providing a superior customer experience, and the strength of these results is testament to the initiatives we have been implementing across the business,” said Taldar.
He added that the growing smartphone penetration underscores the rising demand for data services across Airtel Africa’s markets and presents an opportunity to further develop the digital economy.
“The acceleration in customer growth and continued engagement on our platform reflect our success in driving digital adoption and innovation to enhance the ecosystem,” he said.
Taldar says Airtel Africa remains committed to sustaining its growth momentum through targeted investments and efficiency improvements.
He assures, “We will continue to focus on incremental margin improvements. Subject to macroeconomic stability, the strong performance gives us confidence to increase our capital expenditure guidance for this financial year to between $875 million and $900 million, as we accelerate investments to capture the full potential across our markets and deliver long-term value for all stakeholders”.
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In a rare act of courage and restraint, Tanzania’s Chief of Defense Forces, General Jacob Mkunda, has won widespread praise from citizens for reportedly standing with the people during recent anti-government protests.
According to accounts circulating across Tanzania, General Mkunda made the decision to protect protesters instead of ordering the army to open fire, defying expectations that the military would be used to suppress demonstrations.
This act of restraint has made him an instant national hero, with many Tanzanians describing him as a symbol of integrity, patriotism, and justice.
In a political climate marked by tension, violence, and growing public frustration, Mkunda’s choice to prioritize human life over regime loyalty has sent shockwaves through the nation’s power structures.
Protesters had taken to the streets following a controversial election marred by allegations of repression, disqualifications, and arrests of opposition figures.
While security forces in some regions were accused of heavy-handed responses, reports suggest that General Mkunda instructed his officers to exercise restraint and avoid unnecessary bloodshed.
This move not only helped de-escalate violence but also showcased the Tanzanian military’s potential to act as a professional and people-centered institution.
Across social media, citizens have hailed the General as a defender of democracy, comparing him to historical African figures who placed national unity above political survival.
Some commentators argue that Mkunda’s stance represents a defining moment for civil-military relations in Tanzania, setting a new precedent for military professionalism in times of political turmoil.
His popularity has surged beyond the barracks, as ordinary Tanzanians share messages of gratitude and admiration, calling him “the soldier of the people.”
Observers note that General Mkunda’s decision reflects moral strength and deep respect for the rule of law, qualities that are often tested under authoritarian pressure.
It also raises an important debate across East Africa: What is the role of the military in times of political crisis — to protect the government or to safeguard the people?
Many Kenyans, Ugandans, and Malawians have joined the discussion online, contrasting Mkunda’s example with the behavior of generals in their own countries during periods of unrest.
In Kenya, for instance, some social media users have questioned whether their military leadership would stand with the people or the state in a similar situation.
By choosing restraint over repression, General Mkunda has demonstrated that true strength lies in humanity, not in the use of force.
His actions could mark a turning point in how African militaries engage with citizens, reminding leaders across the continent that loyalty to the nation should always outweigh loyalty to politics.
As Tanzania reflects on this moment of conscience and courage, one question echoes beyond its borders — will other generals across Africa follow Mkunda’s example and stand for justice when it matters most?
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In a rare act of courage and restraint, Tanzania’s Chief of Defense Forces, General Jacob Mkunda, has won widespread praise from citizens for reportedly standing with the people during recent anti-government protests.
According to accounts circulating across Tanzania, General Mkunda made the decision to protect protesters instead of ordering the army to open fire, defying expectations that the military would be used to suppress demonstrations.
This act of restraint has made him an instant national hero, with many Tanzanians describing him as a symbol of integrity, patriotism, and justice.
In a political climate marked by tension, violence, and growing public frustration, Mkunda’s choice to prioritize human life over regime loyalty has sent shockwaves through the nation’s power structures.
Protesters had taken to the streets following a controversial election marred by allegations of repression, disqualifications, and arrests of opposition figures.
While security forces in some regions were accused of heavy-handed responses, reports suggest that General Mkunda instructed his officers to exercise restraint and avoid unnecessary bloodshed.
This move not only helped de-escalate violence but also showcased the Tanzanian military’s potential to act as a professional and people-centered institution.
Across social media, citizens have hailed the General as a defender of democracy, comparing him to historical African figures who placed national unity above political survival.
Some commentators argue that Mkunda’s stance represents a defining moment for civil-military relations in Tanzania, setting a new precedent for military professionalism in times of political turmoil.
His popularity has surged beyond the barracks, as ordinary Tanzanians share messages of gratitude and admiration, calling him “the soldier of the people.”
Observers note that General Mkunda’s decision reflects moral strength and deep respect for the rule of law, qualities that are often tested under authoritarian pressure.
It also raises an important debate across East Africa: What is the role of the military in times of political crisis — to protect the government or to safeguard the people?
Many Kenyans, Ugandans, and Malawians have joined the discussion online, contrasting Mkunda’s example with the behavior of generals in their own countries during periods of unrest.
In Kenya, for instance, some social media users have questioned whether their military leadership would stand with the people or the state in a similar situation.
By choosing restraint over repression, General Mkunda has demonstrated that true strength lies in humanity, not in the use of force.
His actions could mark a turning point in how African militaries engage with citizens, reminding leaders across the continent that loyalty to the nation should always outweigh loyalty to politics.
As Tanzania reflects on this moment of conscience and courage, one question echoes beyond its borders — will other generals across Africa follow Mkunda’s example and stand for justice when it matters most?
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BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-In a bold move to revamp the country’s governance structure, President Peter Mutharika has finalized his cabinet appointments, bringing the total number of ministers and deputy ministers to 23.
This lean cabinet is a stark contrast to the previous administration’s bloated team of around 40 members, which was criticized for squandering government resources.
Political experts have commended President Mutharika for prioritizing the needs of Malawi and its people.
By keeping the cabinet size small, the President has demonstrated his commitment to prudent resource management and efficient governance.
This move is seen as a significant step towards restoring public trust and confidence in the government.
The new cabinet, comprising seasoned professionals and technocrats, is expected to drive the country’s development agenda and implement key reforms.
With a focus on inclusivity and regional balance, President Mutharika’s appointments aim to promote unity and stability in the country.
Many Malawians have welcomed this development, expressing relief that the country is moving away from the excesses of the previous administration.
The Malawi Congress Party, led by Lazarus Chakwera, had been criticized for its alleged mismanagement of public resources and perceived authoritarian tendencies.
President Mutharika’s leadership style is seen as a breath of fresh air, prioritizing the needs of Malawi and its people above all else.
With a lean and efficient cabinet, the President is well-positioned to drive the country towards economic recovery, good governance, and national transformation.
The appointment of 23 ministers and deputy ministers, including the President and two Vice Presidents, is a testament to the President’s commitment to lean governance.
Malawians are eagerly watching the new administration’s performance, hoping that it will deliver tangible benefits and improve their lives.
With President Mutharika at the helm, many are optimistic about a brighter future for Malawi.
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BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-In a bold move to revamp the country’s governance structure, President Peter Mutharika has finalized his cabinet appointments, bringing the total number of ministers and deputy ministers to 23.
This lean cabinet is a stark contrast to the previous administration’s bloated team of around 40 members, which was criticized for squandering government resources.
Political experts have commended President Mutharika for prioritizing the needs of Malawi and its people.
By keeping the cabinet size small, the President has demonstrated his commitment to prudent resource management and efficient governance.
This move is seen as a significant step towards restoring public trust and confidence in the government.
The new cabinet, comprising seasoned professionals and technocrats, is expected to drive the country’s development agenda and implement key reforms.
With a focus on inclusivity and regional balance, President Mutharika’s appointments aim to promote unity and stability in the country.
Many Malawians have welcomed this development, expressing relief that the country is moving away from the excesses of the previous administration.
The Malawi Congress Party, led by Lazarus Chakwera, had been criticized for its alleged mismanagement of public resources and perceived authoritarian tendencies.
President Mutharika’s leadership style is seen as a breath of fresh air, prioritizing the needs of Malawi and its people above all else.
With a lean and efficient cabinet, the President is well-positioned to drive the country towards economic recovery, good governance, and national transformation.
The appointment of 23 ministers and deputy ministers, including the President and two Vice Presidents, is a testament to the President’s commitment to lean governance.
Malawians are eagerly watching the new administration’s performance, hoping that it will deliver tangible benefits and improve their lives.
With President Mutharika at the helm, many are optimistic about a brighter future for Malawi.
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Tiffany Haddish is not shutting down the idea of having a baby anytime soon.
Haddish, 45, exclusively spoke with Us Weekly on Tuesday, October 28, at the 2025 PAC NYC ICONS of CULTURE Gala at the Perelman Performing Arts Center in New York. The comedian and actress told Us about the baby “agreement” she has with her “gay homeboy” Jason Lee.
“We have this whole agreement [that] when he wants to have a baby or whatever, I’m going to carry the baby,” Haddish told Us. “I’ve always been saying to him, let’s have a baby. Let’s have a baby.”
Haddish and Lee, 47, sent the internet into a frenzy back in August when the two shared a photo on Instagram of them posing with an infant. The post, which now has over 246,000 likes and 4,000 comments, was captioned: “Cats out the bag ❤️.” Many fans and fellow celebrities were left wondering what this meant for the duo.
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Haddish was married to William Stewart from 2008 until she filed for divorce in 2011. The divorce was finalized two years later. Haddish dated rapper Common from 2020 to 2021 after they met on the set of action-comedy The Kitchen, in which they starred alongside Elisabeth Moss, Domhnall Gleeson, Margo Martindale and more.
Haddish told The Washington Post in 2023 that Common, 53, was her “healthiest” relationship, despite him breaking up with her over the phone.
“[It was] the healthiest, the funnest [sic] relationship I’ve ever had,” Haddish shared in the interview with The Post. “It’s where I felt safest out of all the relationships I’ve ever had.”
In May 2024 Haddish spoke about her dating preferences on Dax Shepard’s “Armchair Expert” podcast.
“I don’t think I’ll ever f*** a movie star. Ever,” Haddish said. “I fed an entertainer. I don’t think I’ll ever do that again. I think I’ll f one again, but never in a relationship.”
Haddish told Us that a future partner needs to have a “good credit score,” and also be an “excellent communicator.”
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“They need to have an EIN [Employer Identification Number]. I need to know that they know how to handle multiple personalities at one time,” Haddish said. “So that’s why I need them to have an EIN with employees and know how to motivate people to move forward to do great things. Cause that’s what I’m going to need.”
Haddish also provided recent insight on what else she’s looking for in future relationships in the trailer for her new Peacock series, Tiffany Haddish Goes Off. In the unscripted series, which is set to premiere on Thursday, November 13, Haddish and three of her childhood friends travel throughout Africa on the ultimate girls trip.
In the trailer, one of Haddish’s friends asks her, “What would you want your man to call you?” To which Haddish responds: “Empress of the universe.”
Inspired by the 2017 film Girls Trip, which starred Haddish alongside, Regina Hall, Queen Latifah and Jada Pinkett Smith, the six-episode docuseries seems to include heartwarming moments between Haddish and her girlfriends, Selena Martin, Shermona Long and Sparkle Clark, as well as a tease to a potential wedding ceremony with Haddish upfront and center.
Reporting by Andrew Nodell.
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