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@sqoop Mon, 08 Jan 2024 12:36:29
‘Oppenheimer’ tops Golden Globes on bittersweet night for ‘Barbie’
“Oppenheimer,” Christopher Nolan’s drama about the inventor of the atomic bomb, topped the Golden Globes on Sunday — but its fellow summer smash hit “Barbie” missed out on best comedy film honors to “Poor Things.” “Oppenheimer” took five prizes including best drama, best director for Nolan, best score, as well as acting trophies for […]
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@sqoop Mon, 08 Jan 2024 12:42:07
Police offer Shs20m bounty for pastor Bugingo attackers
Police have offered Shs20 million to any member of the public with information that could lead to the arrest suspected gunmen who allegedly attacked city pastor, Aloysius Bugingo resulting into the death of his bodyguard. Pastor Bugingo of House of Prayer Ministries International was at around 9pm on January 2, 2024 allegedly attacked […]
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@sqoop Mon, 08 Jan 2024 14:04:49
Mbarara dancer hospitalised after fire stunt goes wrong
Mbarara- based music dancer, Mark Tukamushaba, known by his stage name as Mark T Dances is nursing injuries after he accidentally got burnt when a stunt he attempted to perform on stage went wrong. “We were performing at Day Star Cathedral Church when I caught fire, It happened because the way we had planned […]
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@sqoop Tue, 09 Jan 2024 16:06:58
Eddy Kenzo to headline the All Africa Festival
The All Africa Festival (AAF) is set to return for its 3rd edition in Abu Dhabi from the 2nd to the 4th of February with Uganda’s Eddy Kenzo featuring as one of the headlining acts. Kenzo will be performing alongside A-list artists like Omah Lay, Diamond Platnumz, Yemi Alade, Tekno, Skales, Kofi Olomide, and Nora […]
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@sqoop Tue, 09 Jan 2024 16:59:19
My Mum will feature in the Kampala Crème reality TV Series – Baby Gloria
A clip from a reality show Baby Gloria is set to participate in recently trended on X (formerly Twitter). This left most X users wondering how she would handle a project with secular personalities known mainly for their wild personalities. The much-anticipated Ugandan production is set to debut on January 14, 2024, according to Baby […]
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@sqoop Tue, 09 Jan 2024 18:15:04
Paris names street after David Bowie
The city of Paris on Monday named a street after rock music icon David Bowie, a first in honour of the singer eight years after his death. “Rue David Bowie” was officially inaugurated in the capital’s 13th district on the left bank of the city. “Long live rock, long live pop, long live David Bowie […]
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@sqoop Tue, 09 Jan 2024 18:35:57
NY Times essay speculating over Swift’s sexuality sparks backlash
A lengthy essay speculating over superstar Taylor Swift’s sexuality has triggered anger online, with some social media users calling for its retraction. The 5,000-word guest column published in the paper’s opinion pages suggests the wildly popular singer is sending veiled signals to her fans that she is queer, despite identifying publicly as straight. Neither The […]
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@sqoop Wed, 10 Jan 2024 16:38:09
Niger struggles to keep its traditional music alive
A succession of high and low sounds from the Nigerien musician’s drum is a kind of telegram but few today understand its message. Each beat is a syllable in the Hausa language. “You see, he heard his name!” said Oumarou Adamou, alias Maidouma, one of Niger’s most celebrated traditional musicians, delighted when his assistant responded […]
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@sqoop Thu, 11 Jan 2024 13:28:08
Netflix pulls Indian culinary drama after religious backlash
A popular newly released Indian film was pulled from Netflix on Thursday after a backlash from Hindu activists for its depictions of meat-eating and inter-religious romance. “Annapoorani: The Goddess of Food” was taken down just weeks after its premiere in the latest instance of digital entertainment platforms in India canning controversial projects. The film, […]
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@sqoop Thu, 11 Jan 2024 14:38:30
It’s exciting to collaborate with young talent- Winnie Nwagi
Musician Winnie Nakanwagi, known by her stage name as Winie Nwagi has lauded her counterpart, budding artiste Karole Kasita for her contributions to the music scene. According to the Omukwano singer, it’s exciting for her to collaborate with young talent as they consistently bring a fresh perspective. “Working with me necessitates a compelling song as […]
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@kfm Thu, 11 Jan 2024 05:03:54
New report uncovers 200 outdated courses in public universities
The government has in the latest findings established that five top public universities were found to be running a total of 222 courses that were not accredited by the National Council of Higher Education (NCHE), out of the reviewed 692, KFM has learnt. The development could hinder affected students from securing jobs and or further studies using such qualifications. The findings are contained in the 2022/23 Auditor General’s Report unveiled at Parliament on Tuesday. “Analysis of programmes from five universities revealed that out of the 692 programmes, only 332 (47 percent) were accredited, 138 (20 percent) had been sent to NCHE for accreditation while 222 (33 percent) were not accredited,” reads the report in part. For instance, out of the […]
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@kfm Thu, 11 Jan 2024 05:43:52
Govt urged to rehabilitate city roads ahead of NAM, G77 summits
The Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) has welcomed the reconstruction and rehabilitation of city roads and drainage channels in Makindye Division by the government ahead of the 19th Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) and G-77 summits in Munyonyo, Kampala. However, the head of media and communication at UPC, Mr Faizo Muzeyi, notes that responding and planning for only specific events when people are losing both lives and property due to poor roads is a bad idea. He implored the government to continue with the road repairs in the entire Kampala City, advising government to extend the process to other parts of the country. UPC’s call comes amidst dissatisfaction from stakeholders and city dwellers about the impassable roads and poor drainage systems which worsen […]
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@kfm Thu, 11 Jan 2024 10:16:06
Byabakama re-appointed EC boss
President Yoweri Museveni has appointed three new officials to the Electoral Commission (EC), tasked with overseeing the 2026 general elections. Museveni also opted to retain key members from the previous commission, including; Justice Simon Byabakama, the Chairperson of the Commission, Hajjat Aisha Lubega, the Deputy Chairperson, and Mr Stephen Tashobya, a commissioner. The new faces are; Dr. Ssimba Ssali Kayunga, a lecturer in Political Science and Public Administration at Makerere University, Mr Anthony Okello, a former Member of Parliament for Kyoga County, Ms Pamela Etonu Okudi who is currently serving as the Acting Head of Administration at EC. The appointments come following the expiry of the previous Commission’s seven-year term. The nominees will now undergo vetting by Parliament before assuming […]
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@kfm Thu, 11 Jan 2024 12:14:08
FDC Katonga faction dismisses claims of party sale to NUP
The interim president of the opposition Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) Katonga faction, also the Lord Mayor of Kampala City, Mr Erias Lukwago has dismissed rumors about the planned sale of the party to the National Unity Platform (NUP). He made the remarks on Thursday afternoon while addressing journalists at Katonga road offices in Kampala. Lukwago said the propaganda is aimed at dividing both parties, urging FDC members and Ugandans to disregard this narrative. ‘’I want to assure you as long as I’m still the acting president of FDC, today, the other day, your party will remain solid. Don’t buy into that crap that propaganda which is intended to create a rage between FDC, NUP and other forces of change,’’ […]
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