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Japanese Citizens Urged To Laugh Daily In New Law

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Japanese politicians have implemented a law telling citizens to laugh once a day to reduce their risk of suffering a heart attack.

The legislation was passed by members of the assembly in the Yamagata prefecture in northern Japan after research by a local university championed the health benefits of having a chuckle.

The rule has been proposed by the Liberal Democratic Party – which holds a majority in the assembly – and states that citizens of Yamagata “will deepen their understanding of the beneficial health effects of laughter and make efforts to shape mental and physical health through means such as laughing once a day”.

However, the law has angered some opponents who insist that the matter of laughter has nothing to do with politicians.

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Lupita Nyong’o Announces New Podcast ‘Mind Your Own’

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Oscar-winning Kenyan actress Lupita Nyong’o is venturing into podcasting with her very own 10-part series titled, ‘Mind Your Own‘.

It celebrates the rich diversity of African cultures, featuring voices from six different African languages and music composed by 15 artists from the African diaspora. This cross-cultural production sets the stage for a series that feels deeply rooted in African experiences while reaching a global audience.

Announcing the project alongside the release of its official trailer, Nyong’o’s podcast will transport listeners to cities such as Nairobi, Addis Ababa, Los Angeles, Johannesburg, Toronto, and Kampala.

For Nyong’o, the project is personal. Born in Mexico, raised in Kenya, and having spent the last two decades in the U.S., she is intimately familiar with the complexities of being part of the African diaspora. This lived experience fuels her drive to authentically represent the African journey and to create a platform where these stories can be shared openly.

Mind Your Own will debut on September 19 with two episodes, available on all major podcast platforms. New episodes will drop weekly.

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Cristiano Ronaldo Surpasses 1 Billion Followers On Social Media

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Portuguese football icon Cristiano Ronaldo continues to make history both on and off the field.

Just days after netting the 900th goal of his legendary career, the star athlete has now surpassed an astonishing 1 billion followers across social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and more.

Taking to Twitter, Ronaldo shared the news with his fans, expressing gratitude and reflecting on his journey from the streets of Madeira to becoming a global football phenomenon.

Ronaldo’s following on social media is equally impressive. He boasts over 600 million followers on Instagram, more than 100 million on Twitter, and around 170 million on Facebook.

Recently, he also ventured into YouTube, launching a channel that offers fans a glimpse into his personal life. The channel saw an explosive start, with 20 million subscribers joining within 24 hours, setting a new platform record. As of now, the channel has surpassed 60 million subscribers, further solidifying his unmatched digital presence.

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‘Water’ Hitmaker Tyla Makes History With MTV VMAs Win

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Tyla has made history at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards, held at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, on September 11.

The Johannesburg-born sensation won the award for Best Afrobeats for her hit single “Water,” marking a milestone as the first female African artist and the first South African artist to clinch a VMA.

Tyla triumphed over strong contenders including Ayra Starr featuring Giveon, Burna Boy, Chris Brown featuring Davido and Lojay, Tems, and Usher with Pheelz. In addition to her Best Afrobeats win, she was also nominated for Best R&B for “Water” and Best New Artist. SZA took home Best R&B for “Snooze,” and Chappell Roan won Best New Artist.

The 22-year-old artist has enjoyed a remarkable year with accolades from the Grammys, BET, Billboard, and a cover feature in Elle Magazine’s October issue.

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