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erena Williams launches new cosmetics line, Tiwa Savage announces release date for debut movie, ‘Water and Garri’, South African footballer, Luke Fleurs shot dead in a car hijacking. Stay in the know with our Rave News Digest, which summarizes five of the hottest global news stories you need to catch up on, saving you time and energy. Consider it your daily news fix.
1. Serena Williams launches new cosmetics line
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Serena Williams is serving up a new project in the beauty world as she launches a cosmetics line. After six years in the making, Wyn Beauty is finally here. The 23-time Grand Slam champion said the cosmetic brand was inspired by her days on and off the court. The brand features over 90 versatile products for the entire face, starting at $18, including a skin tint, lipstick, mascara, and waterproof eyeliner that can be purchased beginning on April 7 at ulta.com and wynbeauty.com.
Serena Williams said she started working on the cosmetics line, Wyn Beauty, “before COVID” and was able to devote more time to the business after her September 2022 retirement. The collection is a nod to the tennis world, with tennis ball green packaging that Williams said “made sense and is authentic to my story,” while adding, “It means a lot to me because I will always love tennis.”
2. Tiwa Savage announces release date for debut movie, ‘Water and Garri’
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Tiwa Savage, who previously teased fans with the news of her venture into filmmaking, took to her social media platform on, Thursday, April 4, to disclose the eagerly awaited release date. Savage announced that “Water and Garri” is slated to hit screens on May 10, accompanied by a promotional flier featuring herself alongside Nollywood actors Jemima Osunde and Mike Afolayan.
In her announcement post, Savage expressed her excitement, addressing her followers as “My beautiful people” and inviting them to mark their calendars for the movie’s premiere. She captioned the post, “See you May 10th @primevideo,” generating a flurry of anticipation and support from her enthusiastic fanbase.
3. Chance the Rapper and wife Kirsten Corley announce divorce
Chance the Rapper and his wife Kirsten Corley announce their divorce 💔 pic.twitter.com/vH4vgfHpl1
— DailyRapFacts (@DailyRapFacts) April 3, 2024
Chance the Rapper and Kirsten Corley are going their separate ways. After five years of marriage, the couple has decided to split up. On Wednesday, April 3, they shared the news in a message on social media. “After a period of separation, the two of us have arrived at the decision to part ways. We came to this decision amicably and with gratitude for the time we spent together,” the statement said.
Last year, fans began to speculate if there was trouble in paradise after a clip surfaced of the “No Problem” hitmaker celebrating his 30th birthday during Carnival in Jamaica while dancing with an unnamed woman. The exes were childhood friends who began dating in 2012. Three years later, they welcomed their first child, Kensli. They tied the knot in Newport Beach, CA, in March 2019, and welcomed their second daughter, Marli, in August 2019.
4. Idris Elba links up with The Cavemen
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Idris Elba has joined forces with the Nigerian musical group The Cavemen. This exciting link-up between Hollywood and Afrobeats has fans buzzing with anticipation. Idris Elba is no stranger to the world of music. As a DJ, he’s known as DJ Big Driis and has spun sets at top clubs and festivals around the globe. He even released his music, showcasing his talent and passion for creating beats.
However, this powerhouse trio coming together has Afrobeats fans excited. It’ll be interesting to see how Elba’s skills and DJ experience mesh with Cavemen’s signature sound. Could this be the start of a whole new genre-bending sound?
5. South African footballer, Luke Fleurs shot dead in car hijacking
Kaizer Chiefs defender Luke Fleurs tragically lost his life during a hijacking incident in Johannesburg…
Absolutely devastating. RIP, Luke. 🙏❤️🇿🇦 pic.twitter.com/Q04wPtPJWl
— EuroFoot (@eurofootcom) April 4, 2024
South African footballer, Luke Fleurs has been shot dead in a car hijacking, police say. The shooting took place at a Gas station on Wednesday night in Honeydew, a northern suburb of Johannesburg, as per CNN. The 24-year-old Kaizer Chiefs star was waiting to be attended to when he was approached by unknown gunmen, who ordered him to get out of the vehicle. One of the suspects is reported to have fled the scene with Fleurs’ car after the shooting.
“The suspects pointed [at] him with a firearm and took him out of his vehicle, then shot him once on the upper body,” Gauteng police spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Mavela Masondo told the media. Kaizer Chiefs, one of the most popular clubs in the country and 12-time league champions, described his death as “tragic.” The club said police were handling the matter and further details would be communicated in due course.
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