Author: Aarciah Thouman

Bill Gates announced Thursday that he plans to give away nearly all his $200 billion fortune by 2045. The Microsoft co-founder said he will channel the money through the Gates Foundation. The one he plans to shut down by December 31, 2045—a date earlier than originally planned. Now 69, Gates said his goal is to eliminate diseases like malaria and polio, reduce preventable deaths in women and children, and fight global poverty. His pledge comes at a time when global aid budgets are shrinking. Governments, including the U.S. under President Donald Trump, have made major cuts. Elon Musk, now leading…

Robert Francis Prevost has made history as the first American to lead the Roman Catholic Church. Now known as Pope Leo XIV, the 69-year-old Chicago native has stepped into a role that, according to those close to him, always seemed like his destiny. His brother, John Prevost, spoke with ABC News and shared stories that hinted at this remarkable future from the beginning. “I don’t know how many people will find it interesting,” said John, “but when he was in first grade, a woman across the street that we used to play with the kids, and a woman down the…

Seven months after the tragic death of former One Direction star Liam Payne, court documents have confirmed that his ex-partner Cheryl has been named as one of the administrators of his estate. The paperwork, dated May 1, was obtained by PEOPLE and also lists attorney Richard Mark Bray alongside her. Payne died in October after falling from a hotel balcony while in Argentina. He was 30 years old and had not written a will. The singer is survived by his 8-year-old son Bear, whom he shared with Cheryl, and other close family members. The estate’s gross value in the U.K.…

Brad Arnold, lead vocalist of rock band Three Doors Down, has announced that he has been diagnosed with stage 4 kidney cancer. The 45-year-old singer shared the news through an emotional video posted to Instagram on Wednesday, describing the last few weeks as a whirlwind. Arnold said he had been feeling unwell for a couple of weeks, which led him to visit the hospital for tests. That’s when doctors told him he had clear cell renal carcinoma, a form of kidney cancer, which had already spread to his lung. He acknowledged the diagnosis as serious, calling it stage 4 and…

Trigger Warning: This article contains references to domestic violence. If you or someone you know has been affected by domestic violence, please reach out to a qualified mental health professional or a crisis hotline. Kayla Malec’s long fight for justice reached a powerful conclusion on May 7, 2025. The 20-year-old TikTok influencer, who has over 14 million followers, won her case against ex-boyfriend Evan Johnson in a Tennessee courtroom. The decision was celebrated by her supporters, who had followed her journey closely. Malec first shared her story on April 4 in a two-hour YouTube video titled “He Doesn’t Love You.”…

Country star Gretchen Wilson has been revealed as the winner of The Masked Singer Season 13. Performing under the glittery Pearl costume, Wilson outlasted fellow finalists Mad Scientist Monster (Brian Kelley), Coral (Meg Donnelly), and Boogie Woogie (Andy Grammer). The finale aired on Wednesday, May 7. Wilson took home the Golden Mask Trophy and stunned fans with her versatility and transformation. Wilson, 51, opened up about the physical challenge of competing. “It meant the world, obviously,” she told Us Weekly. “It’s grueling. It’s a hard schedule… a lot of work.” Dancing was especially hard. “I’ve never been known to be…

Former President Donald Trump has nominated Dr. Casey Means to be the next U.S. Surgeon General. She replaces his original pick, Dr. Janette Nesheiwat. Trump announced the news on social media. He called Means “absolutely outstanding” and said she had “impeccable MAHA credentials.” For the uninitiated, MAHA refers to Trump’s “Make America Healthy Again” plan. Means is a former surgeon turned wellness entrepreneur. She has no government experience but is closely tied to Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. She helped advise his short-lived 2024 presidential campaign. Her brother, Calley Means, was also an advisor and is now a White…

Black smoke poured from the Sistine Chapel chimney on Wednesday. This signaled that the cardinals failed to choose a new pope in their first vote.Tens of thousands had gathered in St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City. They waited more than three hours after the 133 cardinals were locked inside the conclave. The smoke told them what they feared. No decision had been made.The conclave follows the death of Pope Francis on April 21. He led the Catholic Church for 12 years. Cardinals from nearly 70 countries returned to Rome for the election. All cardinals gave up their phones before entering. The…

Trigger Warning: This article contains references to death and loss that may be distressing to some individuals. If you are experiencing grief or loss, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support group. There is help available. Rapper YNW Melly appeared in a Broward County courtroom on Tuesday. His legal team is once again asking a judge to grant him bond. Melly, whose real name is Jamell Demons, is awaiting retrial for a double murder case.His attorneys first filed the motion in March. They claim he is being mistreated while in custody. According to them, the Broward…

Trigger Warning: This article contains references to sexual abuse. If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual abuse, please reach out to a qualified mental health professional or a crisis hotline. Music legend Smokey Robinson is facing a major lawsuit. Four former employees have filed serious accusations against him. The lawsuit was submitted on May 6 in Los Angeles County Superior Court. The plaintiffs are identified as Jane Doe 1 through 4 in the legal documents. The 85-year-old Motown star is accused of multiple offenses. These include sexual battery, assault, negligence, false imprisonment, and creating a hostile…