Alec Baldwin hasn’t done drugs since 1985 — and he couldn’t be happier about it. “And ’cause I stopped doing drugs, my drinking increased — which they tell you that’s going to happen — and that did happen. I don’t miss drugs at all, but I do miss drinking. Seth Wenig/Associated PressElsewhere in the interview, Baldwin talked about how he navigates turmoil while being sober. Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, the movie weapons supervisor for “Rust,” was recently sentenced to 18 months in prison after being found guilty of involuntary manslaughter for the incident.

May 02, 2024 04:21 UTC

Live Nation‘s highly anticipated Concert Week is back for its 10th go-around this year, offering $25 tickets to hundreds of concerts across the country. $25 TICKETS Live Nation Concert Week Tickets buy TIX on live nation So, how can you snag discount tickets? Tickets for Concert Week in the U.S. will be available starting with T-Mobile and Rakuten early access beginning Tuesday, May 7. The general onsale for Concert Week will begin Wednesday, May 8 at 10 a.m. Check out all presale information on the Live Nation website.

May 02, 2024 01:20 UTC

EastEnders has released a first look at Thursday's episode, which shows the aftermath of Nadine Keller's baby lie and Jay Brown's devastation after being connedEastEnders has released a first look at Thursday's episode, which shows the aftermath of Nadine Keller's baby lie. Only recently, viewers learnt that Nadine is faking her pregnancy and tricking Jay Brown while also last week, Lexi Pearce spotted Nadine drinking alcohol while checking to see if anyone was watching her. On Wednesday's episode, Lexi secretly enlisted Stevie's help with Jay as the pair headed to 29B, where Stevie encouraged Jay and Nadine to get a DNA test. EastEnders has now released a first look at Thursday's episode, which shows the aftermath as Stevie offers Jay, who is left reeling over the betrayal, some advice and a shoulder to cry on. EastEnders airs Mondays to Thursdays at 7:30pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

May 01, 2024 19:57 UTC

Martin ShiptonTata Steel UK has confirmed that its Trostre Steelworks in Llanelli will be virtually unaffected by the job cuts announced for its plant at Port Talbot. It takes in hot rolled steel from Port Talbot and IJmuiden, in the Netherlands, and some cold rolled steel from Llanwern, near Newport. [3]In 1967, the Steel Company of Wales was nationalised with others to form British Steel Corporation. MergerIn 1999, a merger was announced between the Koninklijke Hoogovens steel company of the Netherlands and British Steel to form a new company Corus. Around 2,800 jobs are expected to be lost at Port talbot, where Tata is said to be losing more than £1m per day.

May 01, 2024 18:53 UTC

Pope Francis (l) on Wednesday, May 1, asked Christians to join him in praying for flood victims in Kenya. Photo: Vatican Pool/ AnadoluSource: Getty ImagesFloodwaters have caused havoc in Kenya, claiming over 170 lives and displacing thousands. I wish to convey to the people of Kenya my spiritual closeness at this time when a severe flood has tragically taken the lives of many of our brothers and sisters, injured others, and caused widespread destruction," Pope Francis said. Rwanda's President Paul Kagame MessagePresident Paul Kagame of Rwanda also sent his message of comfort to the victims of floods through President William Ruto. Rwanda stands in solidarity with you and the country in this difficult time," Kagame said.

May 01, 2024 18:00 UTC





McDonald's, Bud Light, and Steve Madden have emerged as the most popular and most searched brands in South Africa and globally on Google, but this isn’t always due to brand desirability. Bud Light, an American liquor brand, has become the most frequently searched brand online in South Africa, according to a report by BusinessFinancing.co.uk, which analysed Google search data across 135 countries from 2021 to 2023 to uncover the brands that have captured global and local interest.

May 01, 2024 17:45 UTC

The Narok county government has deployed two helicopters to help rescue tourists and workers stuck after their hotels and camps in the world-famous Maasai Mara Game Reserve submerged. This is after River Talek burst its banks. In a statement released by the county authority, they said that after several days of continuous rainfall witnessed in the country, the rivers have swollen, impacting several camps and areas in Maasai Mara. “We have deployed two helicopters on standby to evacuate people from affected areas upon receiving distress calls,” said part of the statement. Many tourists and locals escaped death by a whisker early Wednesday as the muddy waters of River Talek coursed through camps and lodges at the park.

May 01, 2024 17:37 UTC

Pope Francis on Wednesday issued a statement expressing his concern with the flooding situation in KenyaIn the statement issued through his official platforms, the Pope stated that he was spiritually close to the people of Kenya and was praying for Kenyans. He also stated that he and the rest of the world would stand in solidarity with the country supporting Kenyans through prayer. Further, the Pope took notice of the disastrous effects of the floods that had ravaged the country claiming lives and destroying property. Pope Francis’ statement follows the tragedy in Mai Mahiu that claimed more than 70 individuals after a blocked tunnel burst. Moreover, business and daily activities were disrupted following the closure of roads due to flash floods and cracks on roads.

May 01, 2024 16:24 UTC

By XINHUA More by this AuthorTen people were killed due to disasters triggered by heavy rains in various parts of Rwanda over the past 10 days, the Ministry in charge of Emergency Management announced on Tuesday. The most recent fatalities occurred in Rutsiro district in western Rwanda, where two individuals were killed by a landslide following heavy rains early Tuesday. The heavy rains have also caused destruction to property, including houses, crops and road infrastructure in various parts of the country. The Rwanda Meteorology Agency warned on Monday that several parts of Rwanda would experience heavy rains in the first 10 days of May. Last May, floods and landslides struck western and northern Rwanda, resulting in the death of 135 people.

May 01, 2024 15:28 UTC

Photo credit: Bonface Bogita | Nation Media GroupKenya’s military chief, Gen. Francis Ogolla, tragically died in a helicopter crash in Sindar, Elgeyo-Marakwet County. A flooded Mathare River as it passes through Mathare Slums Gitathuru area on April 27, 2024. Photo credit: File | Nation Media GroupAftermath of Kijabe Dam burst incident in Kamuchiri Village in Mai Mahiu3. With the initial plans to commence the second term on April 29, 2024, the institutions were redirected to reopen on May 6, 2024. This data will help the government assess the readiness of schools for the second term opening on Monday, April 29, 2024," Mr Machogu explained.

May 01, 2024 15:22 UTC

President William Ruto urges Kenyans to pay taxes. Photo: William Ruto. President Ruto on why Kenyans should pay taxesIn an unexpected move, Ruto welcomed the moniker during his address on Labour Day, which took place on Wednesday, May 1 at Uhuru Gardens. The issue is we must pay taxes. The reason behind the Kenyan public's fervour was the fact that their President Ruto, is nicknamed Zakayo.

May 01, 2024 14:38 UTC

Kenya is one of the African countries with the highest electricity access. Burkina Faso, Gabon, and Kenya were also reported to have the highest electricity prices in the continent. Which African countries have the highest electricity access? 1 Mauritius - 100%Business Day noted Mauritius is one of Africa's best performers, with all its citizens having electricity access. Kenya - 71.4%Kenya boasts the highest national electricity access rate in East Africa.

May 01, 2024 14:24 UTC

Woman dies after building collapses in Kirinyaga following heavy rainsA middle-aged woman has died after a four-storey building under construction in Karia village, Kirinyaga County, collapsed during the night following heavy rains. Police said the entire building collapsed and partially destroyed a semi-permanent house nearby where the woman was sleeping, killing her on the spot. The deceased’s two children, aged 16 and 10, who were sleeping in a separate room, survived the ordeal. The deceased, who is a widow, had sold part of the land on which the collapsed building was constructed. The body of the deceased has been taken to Kerugoya Level Four Hospital for post-mortem examination.

May 01, 2024 13:31 UTC

Floods leave tourists stranded in Maasai MaraThe government has ordered evacuations after heavy rains flooded lodges and camps in the Maasai Mara after the Telek River burst its banks, stranding tourists. In a statement on Wednesday, Tourism Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua ordered all hotels and camps bordering rivers in national parks and reserves to prepare for evacuation. “Attention all hotels and camps adjacent to rivers within national parks and reserves: Prepare for potential evacuations should rivers overflow. “After several days of continuous rainfall, our rivers have swollen, impacting several camps and areas in the Maasai Mara National Reserve. “Together, we are implementing evacuation plans and mobilizing resources to respond promptly to distress calls and ensure the safety of our residents.

May 01, 2024 13:31 UTC

TikTok sensation Nyako Pilot has issued a warning to rising star Tizian Savage, advising him not to flaunt his newfound fame on social media. During a recent TikTok Live session, Nyako expressed her concern to the former Bodaboda rider, urging him to be careful as not everyone may be enjoying his successes. Their paths crossed in Nakuru, where Chira was a student at Kabarak University and Tizian was a Bodaboda rider. Do you remember a scenario where Prince Mwiti, Brian Chira and I were involved in an accident? Tizian was quick to point out that he and the generous fan only communicated on TikTok.

May 01, 2024 13:26 UTC