Rema announces two new concerts in Lagos and Abuja this December.
Following his massive homecoming concert at Benin’s Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, which drew thousands of fans, Afrobeats star Rema is gearing up to bring similar energy to Lagos and Abuja. The “Calm Down” hitmaker announced on social media that he’ll perform at Abuja’s Eagle Square on December 15 and at Eko Atlantic in Lagos on December 22. Riding high on the success of his innovative album HEIS, which has been widely embraced by Nigerian fans, Rema continues to expand his influence and connect with audiences across the country. The upcoming concerts are highly anticipated, with fans excited to experience his dynamic performances live.
Rema to hold concerts in Lagos and Abuja, this December. pic.twitter.com/8TwgaPVueo
— Joey Akan (@JoeyAkan) November 7, 2024
Australia plans to ban social media for children under 16 years old.
The Australian government has just introduced what it calls a groundbreaking legislation to set a minimum age of 16 for social media use, with platforms responsible for enforcing it. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese emphasized the need for action, stating, “Social media is doing harm to our kids and I’m calling time on it.” The bill will be presented in Parliament in its final two-week session beginning November 18, and the age limit would be enforced one year after passage. Platforms like X, TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook would use that time to implement measures preventing Australian children under 16 from accessing their services. Albanese expressed widespread concerns from parents and families about online safety for children. This proposal comes as governments globally grapple with youth tech regulation. Social media platforms would face penalties for violations, but no consequences would apply to underage users or their families.
Australia is planning to ban social media for children under 16 🇦🇺 pic.twitter.com/OKS02ztrpP
— Culture Crave 🍿 (@CultureCrave) November 7, 2024
Joeboy set to be on the road as he announces his Lavida World Tour.
Nigerian singer and songwriter Joeboy is gearing up for his first world tour. With a discography filled with hit albums and EPs, the “Adenuga” singer announced his upcoming Lavida World Tour across social media. The 26-city tour will kick off in Lagos before heading to Ghana, with additional stops planned in major cities like London, Melbourne, Perth, Bali, Toronto, Rome, and concluding in Dallas. While specific concert dates have not yet been released, fans worldwide are already expressing their excitement at the chance to see Joeboy live in 2024. This tour marks a major milestone for the artist, bringing his music to an even broader audience on a global stage.
JOEBOY WORLD TOUR IN 2025 😂 pic.twitter.com/udjpAfUnUX
— 𝕂𝕦𝕤𝕤𝕞𝕒𝕟 (@kusssman) November 7, 2024
The release of Bong Joon-ho’s Mickey 17 postponed again to April 18, 2025.
Bong Joon-ho’s highly awaited sci-fi black comedy Mickey 17 has been postponed again, now set for April 18, 2025. Originally scheduled for March 2024, the Robert Pattinson-led film was first delayed to January 2025, before this latest change. Warner Bros., the studio behind the movie, confirmed the new date on Wednesday, emphasizing that it will be available in IMAX theaters worldwide. This decision came shortly after Lionsgate rescheduled its Michael Jackson biopic Michael from April 18, 2024, to October 3, 2025. “When the April 18 date became available, we quickly moved to secure it for Mickey 17. We’re thrilled with the new date,” a Warner Bros. spokesperson told The Hollywood Reporter. Mickey 17, adapted from Edward Ashton’s novel Mickey 7, is Bong’s first film since his Oscar-winning Parasite.
#Mickey17 has been delayed to April 18, 2025
It will now release in IMAX theaters globally pic.twitter.com/3TsclzdgKp
— Culture Crave 🍿 (@CultureCrave) November 7, 2024
Dune: Part Two to be submitted for Oscar category despite eligibility dilemma.
Warner Bros. is moving forward with an Oscar bid for Hans Zimmer’s score in Dune: Part Two, aiming for Academy recognition despite a possible eligibility hurdle. Zimmer’s music, which revisits themes from his Oscar-winning Dune (2021) score, faced scrutiny from an independent review, questioning whether it surpasses the Academy’s limit on pre-existing music in sequels. To be eligible, scores for sequels must not exceed 20% of reused material from earlier installments. Warner Bros. recently updated its For Your Consideration page to include Zimmer’s composition, showing their commitment to awards success. While the Academy’s Music Branch has yet to review the submission, decisions will become clearer after the shortlist voting on Dec. 9, with nominees announced Dec. 17. Meanwhile, Zimmer’s score remains eligible for other awards, including the BAFTAs, Golden Globes, and Critics Choice Awards, sustaining its awards season momentum.
Warner Bros will be submitting ‘DUNE 2’ for Best Original Score at the Oscars despite it not meeting eligibility requirements.
“I don’t think this is over yet” – Denis Villeneuve
(Source: https://t.co/4aSk0BSIQf) pic.twitter.com/VR9McM3zJb
— DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) November 6, 2024
