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Chris Harrison feels “relief” about departing The Bachelor for good.

Harrison, 54, left his longtime job hosting the ABC dating franchise in June 2021 amid controversy. He had been host for 19 years. In a new interview with People published on Monday, October 27, he reflected on his exit, saying, “It feels wonderful, and thanks for asking that, because I wasn’t sure it would.”

Harrison has since moved from Los Angeles to Austin, Texas, and married former Entertainment Tonight host Lauren Zima. The pair will celebrate their second wedding anniversary in November.

“You know, when you do something every single day for two decades, and it’s so popular around the world, there is a pressure to that, and there’s a spotlight and a microscope that you don’t even realize you’re under until you kinda get off that merry-go-round,” Harrison told People.

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The transition from hosting The Bachelor and The Bachelorette — a full-time, all-consuming job — to having no role in the franchise was not easy at first. 

“And it was this kind of angst when I first got off, because I mean, ‘Oh, well, I gotta get back on. I gotta go back to work,’ or … ,” Harrison recalled.

“And then,” he added, “I kind of took a deep breath and you dropped your shoulders, and I think, you know, obviously falling in love definitely helped, moving to Austin definitely helped kind of relieve that and realize, ‘Wow, there’s a whole other world out here to dive into.’ And so it has been a wonderful break and relief.”

Harrison called Austin “the new Hollywood” and said the city “reminds [him] of what Hollywood was built on, which is anything and everything is possible if everybody will just come in with an honest, open heart and mind and just wanna do some fun work together.”

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Harrison teased that he and Zima, 37, have a project in the works.

“Honestly, for the first time in a long time, that fire has been reignited with this amazing woman to dive back in and do some creative work,” he said. “And there is a next chapter coming up very soon for both of us that is … we’re going to be very excited to talk about.”

Harrison and Zima began dating in 2018 after she sent him a DM, feeling a “vibe.” Five years and one wedding later, he launched “The Most Dramatic Podcast Ever” with his wife by his side.

During the third episode in 2023, Zima revealed that “people in the industry” told her to break up with Harrison during his professional separation from Bachelor Nation.

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“I’m divorced too,” she said at the time. “To me, everybody is going to make mistakes. … It’s all about how you respond to those mistakes. I did not break up with Chris — that was never even on my mind. Because right away, Chris knew he had been imperfect, knew he had made a mistake, knew that he’d hurt people and that he was so sorry for hurting people.”

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BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The country’s renowned artist MC Chris Loka is calling on well-wishers to support his initiative aimed at renovating the classroom blocks at Chilaweni Community Day Secondary School (CDSS) in Blantyre.

Through his registered organization, Mupacho Initiative, Loka aims to mobilize resources to address the urgent need for improvements at his childhood school.

Reflecting on his time at Chilaweni CDSS from 2004 to 2007, Loka credits the dedicated teachers for nurturing his aspirations to become a journalist.

However, during a recent visit, he was disheartened to find the school in a state of disrepair, with broken windows and damaged floors creating an unsafe learning environment.

“The significant changes I observed over the years were alarming.

“The classroom conditions are unacceptable, and I feel compelled to take action,” says Loka.

He estimates that the cost to renovate the classroom floors and repair the windows will be approximately MK5.5 million.

Head Teacher Ivy Mafunga-Genda noted that Chilaweni CDSS, established in 1994, has experienced growth in enrollment and staffing, currently employing 17 qualified teachers.

However, enrollment has declined to just 125 students, largely due to the lack of adequate facilities.

“Students today prefer learning environments with proper classrooms, libraries, and laboratories.

“Unfortunately, Chilaweni lacks these essential resources and has no piped water or electricity in the classrooms,” Genda said.

The school’s library and laboratory are in poor condition, lacking shelves and basic amenities.

Genda therefore expressed sincere gratitude for Loka’s initiative, emphasizing its potential to enhance the learning environment and sustain enrollment.

She however urged alumni and community members to support this vital cause.

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LILONGWE-(MaraviPost) –The Malawi Police Service (MPS) has confirmed the arrest and court appearance of six suspects linked to the violent attack on activist Sylvester Namiwa and the panga wielding assaults on civil servants earlier this year.

The six suspected Malawi Congress Party (MCP) regime thugs appeared before the Principal Resident Magistrate’s Court in Lilongwe on October 27, 2025, facing multiple charges including grievous harm, malicious damage, theft and robbery, according to a statement signed by Deputy Public Relations Officer Superintendent Alfred Chimthere.

“The six suspects have been arrested and appeared before court to answer various criminal charges related to the Namiwa incident and the hacking of civil servants by panga wielding thugs,”
said Superintendent Chimthere.

The accused have been identified as Alfred Daila Kadula aged 43 of Batulen Village, T/A Chiseka in Lilongwe, Joseph Tilibe Gidien 50 years old of Sadya Village, T/A Mbwatalika in Lilongwe,Larneck Mandowa aged 42 of Yoyola Village, T/A Kapeni in Blantyre, Lester Hanleck Aaron Kanjunga 38 years old of Zidana Village, T/A Kwataine in Ntcheu, Howard Hamuza aged 27 of Dothi Village, T/A Mbwatalika in Lilongwe and Mavuto Njuchi 27 years of Ngozi Village, T/A Neno in Neno District.

The police stated that the suspects are connected to different incidents some involving the Salima robbery, while others relate to the Mbowe and Namiwa attacks. All six suspects have been remanded and are expected to reappear in court as the hearings continue.

Superintendent Chimthere reaffirmed the MPS’s commitment to justice and accountability.

“The Malawi Police Service remains committed to upholding the rule of law and ensuring that all criminal activities are thoroughly investigated and prosecuted,”
he emphasized.

He further urged the public to remain calm and allow the legal process to take its course.

The attack on Namiwa, a well-known governance activist, sparked widespread public outrage and renewed calls for government action against politically motivated violence.

Police investigations are ongoing to uncover the full extent of the crimes and determine whether other individuals were involved in the coordinated attacks.

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ZOMBA-(MaraviPost)-Inline with with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) number 4 which talks about Ensuring lifelong learning opportunities for all, from early childhood to adult education.

This ensures equity, inclusion and gender equality, Malawi Institute of Education (MIE), has announced a landmark transformation in the country’s education system, unveiling a new National Curriculum Framework that seeks to align Malawi’s education with modern global standards and the aspirations of Malawi 2063.

The comprehensive curriculum review aims at making the nation’s education system more relevant, inclusive, and skills-oriented, preparing learners to thrive in an increasingly digital and industrialised world.

MIE Executive Director Dr Frank Mtemang’ombe emphasised that the reform is part of a broader national effort to ensure education drives Malawi’s social and economic transformation.

“This curriculum is about equipping learners not just to pass exams, but to live, work, and innovate in a fast-changing world,” he said. “It is a curriculum for Malawi’s future — relevant, inclusive, and globally competitive.”

The revised framework moves from an Outcome-Based Curriculum (OBC) to a Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) — a learner-centred approach that prioritises practical skills, creativity, and problem-solving over rote memorisation.

Several major changes define the new curriculum structure including: New School Structure: Transition from the old 0–8–4–4 system to a 1–6–6–3 structure, introducing a Preparatory Class (P-Class) before Grade 1, six years of primary education, six years of secondary schooling (with exit points at Forms 4 and 6), and three years of tertiary.

Also Pathway-Based Secondary Education: Learners will now choose among four pathways — Social Sciences and Humanities, Arts and Sports Science, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), and TEVET (Technical, Entrepreneurship, and Vocational Education and Training) — ensuring diverse learning opportunities aligned to career aspirations.

Also Improved Teacher Education: Primary teacher training will now be offered at diploma and degree levels, replacing certificate programmes.

Additionally, Integration of ICT and Emerging Technologies: Digital skills will be infused across subjects to prepare learners for the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

Finally, Inclusivity and Holistic Learning: The curriculum embeds equity, cultural relevance, and support for learners with disabilities and those from rural communities.

Since the curriculum review began in 2023, the Institute has achieved several foundational milestones that demonstrate strong performance against its curriculum reform targets.

These including conducting a national situation analysis and needs assessment to identify curriculum gaps; undertaking curriculum surveys and literature reviews to benchmark global best practices; holding consultative meetings with stakeholders across public and private sectors, including the media;

• Also organising education conferences, symposiums, and study tours to gather insights for policy design; and
• ⁠Conceptualising and framing the Curriculum and Assessment Framework (CAF) to guide the next phase of development.

According to MIE, syllabuses for pre-primary and Grades 1 to 4 are already in progress, with materials development and teacher training initiatives planned for early next year.

However, the Institute clarified that the new curriculum has not yet been implemented in schools.

Implementation will be phased and carefully managed, starting only after teaching materials, textbooks, and teacher capacity-building are in place.

Mtemangombe called for continued public engagement and stakeholder support throughout the rollout phase.

He emphasised that this reform is not merely an institutional effort but a national movement toward quality, relevant education that empowers Malawi’s youth.

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By Dorica Mtenje

LILONGWE (Maravipost): Chief Secretary to the Government, Justin Saidi, has called for strengthened efforts in managing urbanisation to boost job creation and tackle challenges brought by climate change.

Speaking in Lilongwe during the 4th Session of the Malawi Urban Forum, held from 28th to 29th October, Saidi emphasized the importance of proper urban management and localisation in fostering sustainable national growth.

He highlighted that about 20 percent of the global population now lives in urban areas, noting that Malawi must enhance its urban development strategies to build climate-resilient and inclusive cities.

“Urbanisation presents both challenges and opportunities. If managed well, it can drive job creation, economic development, and improved living standards,” Saidi said.

This year’s forum was held under the theme:
“Strengthening Local Actions for Sustainable and Resilient Cities and Human Settlements: Accelerating the Implementation of MIP-1 and Sustainable Development Goal 11.”

UN-Habitat’s Regional Representative, Anaclaudia Rossbach, commended Malawi for hosting the session, describing it as a vital platform for aligning national urbanisation efforts with global sustainability goals.

“This forum offers an opportunity to enhance coordination, share knowledge, and ensure that urbanisation contributes positively to people’s livelihoods,” Rossbach said.

Among the notable dignitaries in attendance was Kenyan Ambassador Culista Munthalika, who was honoured for gracing the occasion.

The Malawi Urban Forum serves as a key platform for policymakers, local authorities, development partners, and urban planners to discuss strategies that can make Malawi’s cities more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient in the face of rapid urbanisation and climate change.

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Season 2 of Watson reintroduced Ingrid as someone putting in the work to better themselves, so how worried should viewers be after NCIS: Hawai’i‘s Noah Mills was introduced as a possible pot stirrer?

During the Monday, October 27, episode of the CBS series, Ingrid (Eve Harlow) returned to the Holmes Clinic to a lackluster reaction from the rest of the team. The neurologist, however, was determined to make amends and even made progress with Stephens (Peter Mark Kendall) and Sasha (Inga Schlingmann) but trouble was clearly on the horizon with the introduction of Beck Wythe (Mills).

“The biggest obstacle was introduced with Beck. Ingrid is stepping into this therapy group — trying to be better — and all of a sudden the thing that she’s trying to reject is put right in front of her,” Harlow exclusively told Us Weekly. “This is someone who is very similar to her and someone who is saying, ‘Actually, you should embrace your nature and stop trying to push it away. That is who you are so why would you want to throw it away?’”

Ingrid will try to fight the temptation to return to her enigmatic ways.

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“She wants to be good and to listen to the angel on her shoulder, which is her therapist. But all of a sudden the little devil pops up,” Harlow teased. “Ingrid knows that it’s fun and it’s also easier for her because that’s her nature. So I think that Beck is the biggest obstacle at this point.”

Watson, which premiered in January, revolves around Dr. John Watson (Morris Chestnut) at his medical practice, where he treats patients with strange and unidentifiable issues. He receives help from his team, which now once again includes Ingrid. Her return in season 2 came after Ingrid previously revealed she kept crucial details about her past from them and inadvertently worked with Watson’s nemesis Professor James Moriarty (Randall Park).

“The thing that makes humans interesting is the ambiguity and the gray area. Very rarely do people make choices that are completely black or completely. That exploration is the most interesting and also the most relatable,” Harlow noted to Us about where Ingrid is destined to end up. “We’re all trying to be good people [but we make mistakes].”

Harlow still went into season 2 not trying to make Ingrid come off as inauthentic, adding, “For me it would have made it far less interesting if I went into it thinking that this is all for show and [her therapy] isn’t real. I am going into it from a space of very much good faith that Ingrid would like to change.”

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Despite the hope Harlow has for Ingrid, she pointed out that “people relapse” while trying to put in the work to change.

“It takes a lot of time and a lot of effort. We all fall prey to our old habits,” the actress added. “As much as she is truly trying, it doesn’t necessarily mean that the old Ingrid is completely gone. There’s always going to be a kernel of that in her — it’s her nature.”

Harlow continued: “Last season, she was very closed off. It was only as the season progressed that there were little cracks with Sasha trying to get in and Watson trying to make it a safe space for Ingrid to express herself. There was a lot of resistance to all of it. Whereas with this season, she’s actively open to change and wanting to change in a way that she almost doesn’t really know how to, which is why she starts in with this therapy group because she knows that she needs help.”

Watson airs on CBS Mondays at 10 p.m. ET. New episodes stream the next day on Paramount+.

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Taylor Swift and Brittany Mahomes cheered on Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes during their Monday Night Football game.

The pop superstar, 35, and Brittany, 30, were spotted in a private suite at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri, as the Kansas City Chiefs took on the Washington Commanders on Monday, October 27, per social media footage.

Swift rocked a red turtleneck and signature red lip for the occasion, her hair swept back in a low bun with her engagement ring fully on display. Brittany also opted for a red top, wearing her curly blonde locks down around her shoulders. Both women could be seen smiling, hugging and pointing as they supported their respective partners on the field. (Swift’s fiance, Kelce, is a tight end for the Chiefs, while Brittany’s husband, Patrick, is the team’s quarterback.)

Although Swift has maintained a lower profile this NFL season than in years past, she hasn’t missed a Chiefs home game yet, supporting Kelce, 36, in person amid his team’s September loss to the Philadelphia Eagles and victory over the Baltimore Ravens and October wins against the Detroit Lions and the Las Vegas Raiders.

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Shortly before the 2025-2026 NFL season began, Swift and Kelce announced their engagement, captioning proposal photos via Instagram in August, “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married.”

During her press tour for her new album, The Life of a Showgirl, Swift revealed that Kelce popped the question after they recorded her “New Heights” debut in August.

“I think, for Travis, the podcast was just sort of a distraction, sort of ruse, to keep me not looking out the windows of the house,” she said on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon earlier this month, recalling that she thought to herself at the time, “Every time he does the podcast, it’s not like he blacks out all the windows.”

Kelce’s anxiety over Swift’s podcast episode made her even more suspicious in the moment.

“I kinda realized that he’s walking around sorta nervous about the podcast, [saying], ‘My heart is racing. … I know how much this means to you. I just really want this to be what you’d hoped it would be.’ Because we’d been talking about doing the podcast and announcing the album,” she explained. “And he’s like, ‘My heart’s just racing.’ I’ve never seen this dude nervous. Ever. He’s professionally not a nervous person.”

Swift realized that Kelce was nervous about proposing once he invited her to “walk around the backyard and have a glass of wine” with him, where he got down on one knee.

Earlier this month, Swift emphasized that she and Kelce were holding off on planning their nuptials for the time being given their busy schedules.

“I want to do the album stuff first, and the wedding is what happens after in terms of planning,” she noted on The Graham Norton Show. “I think it will be fun to plan.”

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One thing Swift doesn’t have to worry about is the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show. With Bad Bunny set to headline the performance, Swift explained earlier this month why she couldn’t take on the gig because she’s “in love with a guy who does that sport on that actual field.”

“That is violent chess,” she said on The Tonight Show. “That is gladiators without swords. That is dangerous. The whole season, I am locked in on what that man is doing on the field.”

She continued, “Can you imagine if, like, he’s out there every single week putting his life on the line doing this very dangerous, very high-pressure, high-intensity sport and I’m like, ‘I wonder what my choreo should be. I think we should do two verses of ‘Shake It Off’ into ‘Blank Space’ into ‘Cruel Summer.’”

Swift noted that Kelce “would love” for her to do the halftime show, but even with his support, she couldn’t commit to it.

“This has nothing to do with Travis,” she added. “I’m just too locked in.”

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Justin Bieber is among the stars in the house for Game 3 of the World Series … and even though it’s in Los Angeles … JB is cheering his native country’s Blue Jays. We got video of Justin entering Dodgers Stadium on Monday night … and it…

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BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Thom Mpinganjira, President of Mighty Wanderers, has expressed dissatisfaction over the revenue generated from the recent encounter between FCB Nyasa Big Bullets and Mighty Wanderers at Kamuzu Stadium over the weekend.

The match reportedly brought in MK138 million, a figure Mpinganjira believes falls short of expectations.

“When you consider the number of people who attended the stadium and the prices they paid for tickets, the revenue should reflect more than what was reported,” Mpinganjira said, emphasizing the need for a more equitable distribution of match-day earnings.

In contrast, Albert Chigoga, CEO of FCB Nyasa Big Bullets, said he is satisfied with the revenue, citing low attendance.

“The turnout was not as high as anticipated, especially when compared to the first round games. Given the number of fans who actually came, the revenue is acceptable,” Chigoga explained.

Charles “Grandmaster” Nyerenda, a sports analyst, added perspective, pointing out that ticket sales were limited due to pricing and accessibility issues.

“Many fans bought the cheaper tickets in advance, while fewer people purchased tickets on match day because of higher prices. This clearly impacted the total revenue,” Nyerenda noted.

On the pitch, Wanderers secured a comfortable victory, defeating Bullets 3-0. Adam Wallace and Blessings Singini added two goals to seal the win.

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BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Select Financial Services, one of Malawi’s lending institutions, has called for stronger collaboration between the government and the microfinance sector to sustain financial inclusion amid Malawi’s current economic challenges.

Founded in 2007, Select Financial Services provides credit and financial solutions to both public and private sector employees.

The company’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Akuzike Kafwamba said that despite inflationary pressures and currency fluctuations, the microfinance sector continues to play a vital role in helping Malawians build financial resilience, hence the need for collaboration.  

“We have seen how access to affordable financial services can transform lives. Our focus remains on providing practical solutions that help individuals and businesses stay afloat, even in difficult economic times,” said Kafwamba.

Kafwamba said the institution’s 17 years of experience have deepened its understanding of Malawi’s financial realities, enabling it to serve clients often excluded by traditional banking systems.

“Our goal is not only to lend money but to empower people with financial knowledge and tools that promote stability and growth,” said Kafwamba.

He urged policy makers to establish frameworks that support innovation, reduce barriers to access, and promote collaboration between regulators and financial service providers.

“If we work together, government, private sector, and communities, we can build a more inclusive financial system that works for every Malawian,” added Kafwamba.

A finance expert and senior lecturer in accounting and finance at Millennium University, Richard Tembo commenting on the matter, stressed Select Finance Services’ call on the importance of collaboration between the government and microfinance institutions.

“The government provides policy direction and ensures financial stability, while microfinance institutions turn those policies into real financial access for people. Working together ensures support mechanisms like consumer protection, financial literacy programs, and responsible lending standards are well aligned.”

“During economic turbulence, timely access to small loans allows households to manage shocks, maintain consumption, and invest in small ventures. That’s where institutions like Select come in handy,” said Tembo.

Select Financial Services operates in all the four regions in Malawi and is part of the broader Select Africa Group, which offers microfinance products in multiple African countries including Lesotho, Eswatini, Kenya, Uganda, and Namibia.

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