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Taylor Swift has always had a friend in Toy Story, so imagine her excitement to record an original song for the fifth movie. Appearing on the Toy Story: 30 Years and Beyond special on 20/20 that aired Friday, June 12, Swift, 36, opened up about her involvement and revealed the moment that made her particularly emotional. Swift wrote “I Knew It, I Knew You” to accommodate a new backstory for cowgirl figurine Jessie (voiced by Joan Cusack). Speaking on the 20/20 special, Swift shared that one line she wrote for the song really tugged on her heartstrings. ““For Jessie, I…

The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, has reiterated his call for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, saying there is no justification for the continued detention of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra. Obi stated this during an interaction with Nigerians in Washington, D.C., United States, in a video that has been widely shared on social media. According to the Obidient Movement, the visit took place a few days ago. The former Anambra State governor said he had consistently maintained that Kanu should not remain in custody. “I said it repeatedly that there’s no reason…

West Brom legend Andy Johnson has thrown his weight behind Super Eagles striker Josh Maja staying at The Hawthorns beyond this summer, describing him as the most complete forward currently at the club. Johnson, who enjoyed a distinguished playing career at West Brom, made the appeal as uncertainty continues to surround Maja’s future. The 27-year-old’s three-year contract — signed when he joined from Bordeaux in the summer of 2023 — is set to expire at the end of this month. Speaking to the Express and Star via Football League World, Johnson was effusive in his praise for the Nigerian’s technical…

The Love Island USA couples continued to find ways to act on their chemistry by performing sex acts that were caught on the night cameras — before an emotional elimination. Viewers noticed that in footage from the Friday, June 12, episode of the Peacock show, Sincere Rhea and Melanie Moreno were getting up close and personal — as did Zach Georgiou and Kayda Bosse. This came after Corbin Mims and Kenzie Annis appeared to take their relationship to the next level. Love Island USA viewers had a front row seat to the sexcapades that took place this year in Fiji.…

The Federal High Court in Lagos has convicted 11 Indian sailors and their merchant vessel, MV Aruna Hulya, for importing 31.5 kilogrammes of cocaine into Nigeria through the Apapa seaport. The court also imposed fines and restitution totalling nearly $6 million. The judgement followed a plea bargain agreement between the prosecution and the defence. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), in a statement on Thursday by its spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, explained that the vessel and its crew were arrested on 2 January 2026 after operatives discovered 31.5 kilogrammes of cocaine concealed in Hatch 3 of the ship at the…

Menopause, the natural stage marking the end of a woman’s reproductive years, can significantly affect bone health and increase the risk of osteoporosis and fractures due to declining oestrogen levels, a medical expert has said. Although menopause has important health implications, it remains a frequently overlooked issue within Nigeria’s sexual and reproductive health and rights framework. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), menopause occurs when a woman’s menstrual periods stop permanently because of declining levels of oestrogen and the loss of ovarian follicular function. As a result, the ovaries stop releasing eggs for fertilisation, making natural conception no longer…

The duo of Kayinsola Ajayi and Samuel Ogazi made history at the NCAA Championships in Eugene, Oregon, where both won national titles and set new records in one of the most impressive performances by Nigerians in recent years. While Ajayi stormed to victory in the men’s 100 metres, Ogazi successfully defended his NCAA 400m title in spectacular fashion, producing one of the fastest quarter-mile performances in world history. The pair headlined a remarkable Nigerian showing that also saw Israel Okon win silver in the men’s 200m and Vincent Ugwoke claim bronze in the discus throw. Ogazi enters history books The…

Elon Musk, newly crowned the world’s first trillionaire, faced renewed criticism Friday over anti-immigrant riots in Belfast after researchers said violent narratives he amplified on his platform X amassed millions of views. Clashes broke out in the Northern Irish capital after a brutal knife attack on Monday, with police charging a Sudanese national named Hadi Alodid with attempted murder. Musk amplified calls for protest across Britain from anti-immigration activist Tommy Robinson and wrote to his 240 million followers on X: “Only by protesting REPEATEDLY and LOUDLY will there be any change.” He also boosted anti-immigration posts and messages from Rupert…

Four suspected armed robbers cum cultists have been arrested with a locally made pistol at their hideout in the Soka area of Oluyole Local Government Area of Oyo State by the state Police Command. The State Police Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, disclosed this in a statement released in Ibadan, the state capital, on Friday. Ayanlade said the arrest was made possible through credible intelligence reports on the activities of the suspected criminals in the area. The PPRO said, “On Friday, June 10, 2026, at approximately 6am, operatives of the command’s Violent Crime Response Unit, acting on credible intelligence, received…

Brazil captain Marquinhos arrives at the 2026 FIFA World Cup carrying the weight of experience, regret and ambition, insisting this campaign may be his final opportunity to achieve football’s ultimate prize. The 32-year-old centre-back, fresh from back-to-back UEFA Champions League triumphs with Paris Saint-Germain, has urged Brazil to turn elite pedigree into World Cup success as they target a record-extending sixth title in North America. The PSG captain disclosed this in an interview shared on FIFA website on Friday. It was titled, “Marquinhos vows to battle pressure in pursuit of World Cup prize with Brazil.” The Seleção head into the…