Author: Fay Flex
Billie Eilish and Pablo Picasso may have long full names, but neither comes close to Australian man Laurence Watkins, who legally changed his name to include more than 2,000 middle names, earning him a Guinness World Record. Born in New Zealand, Laurence made history in March 1990 when he added 2,253 unique words to his legal name, setting the record for the world’s longest personal name. He said he had always been fascinated by unusual world records and wanted to hold one himself. “I read the Guinness World Records book from cover to cover to see if there was a…
A house fire that killed a six-year-old girl in Leicester was caused by a vape left charging in her bedroom, according to details presented at a hearing. Chamiah Brindley, known as Miah, died after the blaze broke out in the early hours of September 10, 2024, at her home on Bedale Drive. Investigations revealed that the lithium-ion battery of a vape pen overheated and caught fire while it was plugged in inside the attic room she shared with an older sibling. Family members tried to reach the child after breaking down the door to her room but were forced back…
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has condemned planned student-led pro-Palestinian protests on October 7, describing them as un-British. The date marks the second anniversary of the 2023 Hamas attacks on Israel, which left around 1,200 people dead and triggered the ongoing war in Gaza. Starmer’s comments were published in The Times, where he urged students to show restraint and respect on a day of remembrance. He warned that demonstrations on such a date could inflame divisions and contribute to antisemitic tensions. The planned marches are set to take place at multiple universities across the UK, including London, Manchester, and Birmingham.…
U.S. President Donald Trump has confirmed that embattled rapper and music executive Sean “Diddy” Combs has reached out to him for a presidential pardon. Speaking with CNN’s Kaitlan Collins on Monday, October 6, President Trump was asked whether he would consider pardoning Ghislaine Maxwell, the convicted associate of Jeffrey Epstein. In his response, he said, “A lot of people have asked me for pardons,” adding that Combs was among them. Combs was sentenced on Friday, October 3, to more than four years in prison after being convicted on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. He was acquitted on…
In an unprecedented political move, French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigned on October 6, 2025, just 27 days after his appointment, making his tenure the shortest in the history of the Fifth Republic. His resignation came hours after unveiling his new cabinet, plunging France into fresh political uncertainty. Mr. Lecornu cited growing political deadlock and opposition resistance as reasons for stepping down. His cabinet faced backlash over austerity measures and controversial appointments, including the reappointment of key ministers opposed by coalition allies. This move prompted a withdrawal of support from important partners, deepening the crisis. The resignation marks the fourth…
The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi has been granted bail of GHC 1 million in connection with a galamsey-related case involving his company, Akonta Mining. Wontumi appeared before the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) in Accra on Monday, October 6, 2025, after being directed by the Attorney-General to report for his charges to be read. Failure to report, the Attorney-General had warned, would result in his arrest. Investigations into Akonta Mining, which Wontumi owns, began earlier this year following allegations that the company was engaged in illegal small-scale mining…
Actress and entrepreneur Imisi has emerged the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 10, walking away with the ₦150 million grand prize, which includes ₦80 million in cash and a brand-new SUV. The grand finale aired on Sunday, October 5, 2025, bringing a dramatic close to a season filled with twists and unforgettable moments. After 72 days in the BBNaija house, the 23-year-old secured victory with 42.8% of the final votes, surpassing fellow finalists Dede and Koyin, who finished as first and second runners-up respectively. Imisi’s gameplay was defined by her authenticity, emotional depth, and strategic approach, which earned her…
Actor and singer Tyrese Gibson, best known for his role in the Fast & Furious franchise, was arrested on Friday, October 3, 2025, in Fulton County, Georgia, over a misdemeanor animal cruelty charge. The case stems from an incident on September 18, 2025, when Gibson’s four Cane Corso dogs allegedly killed a neighbour’s Cavalier King Charles Spaniel in Buckhead. Gibson voluntarily turned himself in and was booked into jail before being released later the same day on a $20,000 bond. Following the incident, he rehomed his dogs and expressed condolences to the affected family. His attorney stated that Gibson was…
Ghanaian music executive Richie Mensah, CEO of Lynx Entertainment, has been appointed a voting member of the Recording Academy, the organization behind the Grammy Awards. This appointment marks a significant milestone in Richie’s illustrious career and positions him among the global community of music professionals who help shape the future of the world’s most celebrated music awards. In a post shared on his social media pages, Richie expressed his excitement and gratitude for the recognition, “Thank you @recordingacademy for this honour.” Richie Mensah has been instrumental in shaping Ghana’s contemporary music landscape, discovering and nurturing some of the country’s biggest…
Former Attorney-General Godfred Yeboah Dame has reported to the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) Headquarters in Accra today, Monday, October 6, 2025, to respond to a petition filed against him by businessman Richard Jakpa. The petition, submitted to the Inspector General of Police (IGP), accuses Mr. Dame of attempting to influence Jakpa’s testimony in the ambulance procurement trial involving former Deputy Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson. Mr. Jakpa, the third accused in the case, claims the former Attorney-General made efforts to persuade him to provide testimony that would implicate Dr. Forson. Following the petition, the CID invited Mr. Dame to…