Brad Pitt Names the Only 2 A-List Women Who Have Left Him Starstruck

Daniel Cardenas/Anadolu via Getty Brad Pitt attends the
'F1' movie photocall in Mexico City on June 9.

Pitt shared that he "got over" his starstruck response to his costars "quickly"

Even Brad Pitt gets starstruck!

The 61-year-old Oscar winner opened up on the Wednesday, July 2 episode of the New Heights podcast with Jason Kelce and Travis Kelce about the two female costars who left him starstruck.

“When I first met Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon, I was. Yeah,” Pitt said of his Thelma & Louise costars. “I got over it quickly, though.”

By Rachel McRady

Full story at Yahoo News.

Egypt completes restoration of historic archaeological sites in N. Sinai

The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has announced the successful completion of restoration and conservation works on several important archaeological sites in the historic city of Pelusium (al-Farama), located in North Sinai.

This initiative was carried out as part of Egypt’s Sinai Development Project, reflecting national efforts to preserve cultural heritage while supporting the sustainable growth of the region.

Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Sherif Fathy, stressed that the project aligns with Egypt’s vision for developing archaeological sites across Sinai. He explained that these efforts not only elevate Sinai’s historical and touristic significance but also work to safeguard the country’s rich civilization for generations to come.

By Salwa Samir

Full story at Egyptian Gazette.

Bleating teen from Mombasa issues unexpected plea

Baraka Joseph Machari, who went
 viral for bleating at a police station

After a clip of a young man bleating like a goat at Makupa Police Station captivated the internet, the 16‑year‑old at its center is now revealing the reality behind the stunt.

On June 28, 2025, a video capturing a young man bleating like a goat during an interrogation at Makupa Police Station in Mombasa, Kenya, went viral on social media.

The 16-year-old, now identified as Baraka Joseph Machari from Tarime, Tanzania, initially appeared to be involved in a goat theft case, leading to speculation of supernatural causes such as being bewitched.

The video, widely shared on platforms like X, amassed thousands of views and sparked widespread curiosity.

By Dan Kauna

Full story at Pulse Ke

‘So Proud of My Star’: Femi Otedola celebrates daughter’s rise in Nollywood

‘So Proud of My Star’: Femi Otedola celebrates daughter’s rise in Nollywood

Femi Otedola applauds Temi’s performance in ‘Ms Kanyin’

Femi Otedola, Nigerian billionaire and philanthropist, has once again expressed admiration for his daughter Temi Otedola’s rising star in Nollywood.

Taking to Instagram on Saturday, the proud father shared a clip from her latest film, the supernatural thriller Ms Kanyin, along with a heartfelt caption.

“So proud of my star @temiotedola on the release of her amazing new movie ‘Ms Kanyin’. Watch now on Amazon Prime Video 🎬 …F.Ote💲,” he wrote.

By Brooks Eti-Inyene.
Full story at Pulse NG.

Minnie Ntuli opens up about her experience in the 'Real Housewives of Durban'

Minnie Ntuli has been making waves since joining The Real Housewives of Durban.

From butting heads with singer Londie London to questioning Precious' business and how she treats her employees, Minnie has made the trends list with each episode.

“When the opportunity came I saw it as a chance to step out of my comfort zone and be part of something bold, loud and very Durban. I also wanted to represent a different type of woman, someone who’s still figuring things out, but doing so authentically and unapologetically,” she said.

By Joy Mphande

Full story at Times Live.

Ojude Oba Festival 2025: Top 10 looks we can’t stop talking about

This festival is a celebration of culture, royalty, fashion, and everything in between.

If there’s one thing the Yoruba people will do, it’s slay with intention. And nowhere is that energy more pronounced than at the Ojude Oba Festival. This year’s edition? 2025? Absolute cinema. If you didn’t know better, you’d think it was the Met Gala held in Ijebu-Ode. We’re not even joking. We’ve pulled together 10 outfits from this year’s festival that truly left us gasping. But first, a little cultural context.

What is the Ojude Oba Festival?

The Ojude Oba Festival is a time-honoured cultural event celebrated annually by the Ijebu people of Ogun State, Nigeria. Translating to “the king’s forecourt,” Ojude Oba is essentially a grand homage by the various Ijebu age grades called regberegbe, to the Awujale, the traditional ruler of Ijebuland.

By Anna Ajayi

Full story at Pulse NG.

Metro FM to commemorate Youth Day with financial freedom initiative

As South Africa marks Youth Day on Monday, Metro FM will be turning the spotlight on a different kind of liberation — financial freedom. In a bold move to empower the country’s young minds, the station is rolling out a daylong programming line-up dedicated to educating, inspiring, and equipping the youth with the tools they need to take charge of their economic future.

While Youth Day honours the brave students who rose against apartheid in pursuit of justice and quality education on June 16 1976, today’s generation faces a new kind of battle: the fight for financial independence in a complex, fast-paced world. And Metro FM is here for it, the station said.

“As we commemorate Youth Day, we're reminded that the struggle for freedom and equality continues in many forms,” says Metro FM business manager Kina Nhlengethwa. “At Metro FM we're committed to sparking a conversation about financial liberation and empowering our young listeners to achieve financial independence. Join us on June 16 as we dedicate our programming to financial freedom and explore practical solutions to overcome debt and build a brighter future.”

By Kgomotso Moganedi

Full story at Times Live.