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The Star
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Platform introduces a new dimension to African sexuality through storytelling
HOLAAfrica, a digital platform fiercely dedicated to exploring contemporary narratives of African sexuality , has launched a new collection of albums titled Kivuli & Nuru: The Afrodisiacs Collection . This digital platform, renowned for its commitment to engaging with African narratives surrounding sex and pleasure, aims to foster community and create safe spaces through the power of storytelling. It is explained that the albums, available on various digital platforms, feature a rich tapestry of erotic stories that explore the intricate world of desire, intimacy, and identity. Founders Tiffany Kagure Mugo and Siphumeze Khundayi have taken their voices far beyond South Africa, sharing their vision on global TED Talk stages and garnering international attention. Mugo and Khundayi describe the essence of the albums as a celebration of LGBTQ+ intimacies, presented in the storytellers' own words, allowing for authentic connections and engagement with listeners. The pair highlight that each narrative uniquely reflects the diverse contexts and living conditions across the continent, making the collection a holistic representation of African eroticism. ' The stories were sourced from around the continent to make sure we caught a bunch of different contexts and ways of living and loving. The stories are as diverse as the countries they are from. From Cape to Cairo and Lagos to Nairobi, the stories show a spectrum of sexual experiences. People should listen to the stories because they are sensual, hot, intimate and gorgeous. Another reason people should listen is because we adore knowing about the fantasies, desires and sex lives of others. We are fascinated by it, ' Khundayi explained. Khundayi explains the titles of the albums, Kivuli and Nuru , translate to ' shadow ' and ' light ' in Kiswahili, aptly illustrating the duality of human sexuality. Many stories explore both the hidden aspects, the ' shadows ' of sexuality where many feel unable to express themselves, and the ' light ' that signifies empowerment and the acceptance of desire. Mugo elaborated on the inspiration driving this collection, citing a ' need for more sexiness, more sensuality, more deliciousness when it comes to African sexuality ' . ' The idea for this collection of stories came from a need for more sexiness, more sensuality, more deliciousness when it comes to African sexuality. There is something so sexy about having erotica read to you, and we wanted to harness that – the feeling of a lover whispering in your ear. The collection also wanted to collate and bring together African sexual stories, literally in their own words (most people voiced their work), and add African voices to the erotic landscape. We wanted to expand the way people saw and understood African sexuality in a way that was tempting and engaging. ' Emphasising the importance of audio storytelling, she likened the experience to that of a lover whispering intimate secrets in one's ear. ' We aimed to expand the understanding of African sexuality in a way that is tempting and engaging, ' she added. The pair further explains how these stories educate, stating, ' Stories have always been the biggest way to teach people about things, and in terms of sex and sexuality, these will do that. The stories will bring you into a world of sexuality that informs you through storytelling. ' [email protected] Saturday Star
Malay Mail
03-05-2025
- General
- Malay Mail
There's nothing better than these twice-baked Italian biscotti to go with your coffee at 10 Grams Coffee Lab in Seremban
SEREMBAN, May 3 — The aroma of freshly-baked biscotti is quite unmistakable and frankly inimitable. The warm, toasted notes of almonds; a gentle hit of nutmeg or cinnamon or both; the sweet scent of baking in an Italian kitchen. It's a fragrance I haven't had the chance to enjoy in far too long. So it is all the more surprising that I am experiencing this twice-baked bouquet in the more-than-half-century old Templer Flats in Seremban. The refurbished shop front blends in with the rest of the old-time flats. — Picture by CK Lim Specifically, the biscotti comes with the coffee we ordered at 10 Grams Coffee Lab, located in a corner shoplot facing the inner courtyard of the low-cost housing project, which was constructed in 1966. Residents, most of them senior citizens, stroll around or enjoy their kopitiam breakfast. Indeed we had stumbled upon the café after one of our regular weekend brekkie trips to Seremban town. We particularly adore the old part of town from the Lobak neighbourhood, where we relish the homemade spinach noodles with sliced wat gai (poached chicken) from Kedai Makanan Shiang Kang, to the iconic Jalan Kong Sang, where we can indulge in both butter kopi and truly thick butter toast at Kedai Kopi & Makanan Saudara. Slow and steady: Brewing pour over coffee. — Picture by CK Lim But sometimes we crave another round of caffeine, a little extra pick-me-up after a heavy, carb-forward morning meal. Which is where the lovely surprise of 10 Grams Coffee Lab comes in. The refurbished shop front blends in with the rest of the old-time flats. Some specialty coffee bars can stick out like a store thumb in their adopted neighbourhoods (such is the price of gentrification, you might say) but this is one café that makes a concerted effort to be one with their surroundings. 'All you need is coffee' (left). Minimalist vintage décor (right). — Picture by CK Lim Inside, only the walls are touched up with washed concrete; the original flooring remains the same – retro style tiles downstairs and time-worn parquet upstairs. Our barista had just opened the shop; we were the first customers today. There is an unhurried tenor to her movements and it is the perfect approach for an idyllic weekend morning. Slow and steady, she begins brewing our first order of pour over coffee. The beans are by YiLuDou, a coffee roastery based in Cheras. We chose an Ethiopia Sidama; the floral notes were especially evident thanks to YiLuDou's direct fire roasting method. Creating latte art with foamed milk. — Picture by CK Lim While we waited for our coffee, we took in the interior, which was confident and unfussy. The feature wall had a huge neon sign that announced firmly: 'All you need is coffee'. Upstairs, the minimalist vintage décor continued. We could be in someone's family home in the 1960s. The weathered look of the parquet flooring swells your heart with pangs of nostalgia you didn't realise you harboured. Back downstairs, our barista was already creating latte art with foamed milk. Here are our coffees, then: one pour over coffee and one flat white. Filter and espresso based coffees, one of each to sample. Flat white. — Picture by CK Lim The highlight, however, was the unexpected dish of biscotti that came with our coffees. We used to have this with coffee years ago but somehow it fell out of fashion as the world grew infatuated with croissants and their increasingly hybridised cousins (cronuts, cruffins, cragels, crookies, the list goes on...). There is a simpler charm to these twice-baked Italian almond cookies. We have had many wafer-thin ones, which are crispier and shatter in your mouth. These are closer to the ones my Italian friends would make: sliced thickly, crunchy rather than crispy, very dry and thus perfect for dipping into your coffee. Which is what we did, dear readers. Dip the biscotti into your coffee. — Picture by CK Lim 10 Grams Coffee Lab C5, Templer Flats, Jalan Tun Dr Ismail, Seremban Open Fri-Wed 9:30am-4:30pm; Thu closed IG: @10gramscoffee * This is an independent review where the writer paid for the meal. * Follow us on Instagram @eatdrinkmm for more food gems.
Time of India
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'KPop Demon Hunters': TWICE, Ahn Hyo Seop, and Lee Byung Hun team up for Netflix's new animated film
With K-pop, K-dramas, and anime dominating the global entertainment scene in the past few years, Netflix is all set to blend all three into one explosive project. The streaming giant has unveiled the first look of KPop Demon Hunters—an upcoming animated thrill ride bursting with idol energy, high-stakes action, and supernatural style. A dynamic fusion of music, magic, and mayhem, KPop Demon Hunters promises an electrifying journey through the glitzy world of K-pop with a dark twist. Adding to the excitement, TWICE members Jeongyeon, Jihyo, and Chaeyoung will contribute an original track to the film's soundtrack, giving fans even more to look forward to. KPop Demon Hunters: Plot and voice cast Set to premiere on June 20, KPop Demon Hunters follows a dazzling girl group who dominate the charts by day—and battle evil forces by night. While millions adore them as global K-pop stars, they secretly moonlight as demon slayers, risking their lives to protect fans from unseen supernatural threats. According to Netflix, the heroic trio will be voiced by Arden Cho, May Hong, and Ji-young Yoo, who bring fierce energy and charisma to their roles. But the group's latest mission hits closer to home, as they face off against their most dangerous adversary yet: a dangerously charming boy band concealing a deadly demonic secret. Making his English voice acting debut, Ahn Hyo Seop stars as Jinu—the enigmatic and alluring leader of the rival group. He's joined by an all-star cast that includes Lee Byung Hun, Daniel Dae Kim, Ken Jeong, Joel Kim Booster, Yunjin Kim, and Liza Koshy, elevating the project to must-watch status. The full voice cast of KPop Demon Hunters includes the following stars and their notable previous works: Arden Cho (Avatar: The Last Airbender, Partner Track, Teen Wolf) Ahn Hyo-seop (A Time Called You, Business Proposal, Dr. Romantic 2 and 3) May Hong (Hacks, Full Circle, Fantasmas) Ji-young Yoo (Expats, Smoking Tigers, Until Dawn) Yunjin Kim (Lost, Money Heist: Korea, XO, Kitty) Joel Kim Booster (Loot, Big Mouth, Fire Island) Liza Koshy (Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, A Family Affair, Players, Work It) Daniel Dae Kim (Avatar: The Last Airbender, Lost, Hawaii Five-0) Ken Jeong (Dr. Ken, Community, The Masked Singer) Byung Hun Lee (Squid Game, Mr. Sunshine, The Magnificent Seven) For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
Yahoo
10-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Whippet called Miuccia wins best in show at Crufts
A whippet from Venice in Italy has been named best in show at the 2025 Crufts dog show in Birmingham. Four-year-old Miuccia beat more than 18,000 dogs from around the world to claim the top award on Sunday at the NEC. "It's really a dream come true," said her handler Giovanni Liguori. "I am truly overwhelmed. Miuccia performed her best". It is the first time a dog from Italy has won best in show, which comes with a trophy and small cash prize of reportedly £200. Miuccia, who is owned by Enrico De Gaspari, was the winner of the hound group earlier in the show, and beat the winners of six other groups to win the top prize. "I absolutely adore her," said handler Mr Liguori. "She is the sweetest dog. "She always wants to be super close to me and that's the most important thing." Mr Liguori said it was "incredible, it's amazing" to be the first dog from Italy to be crowned best in show. "As Italians we are super proud and means that we are doing a fantastic job." Helen Kerfoot, Crufts show manager, said it was "fantastic" to watch Miuccia and her handler's "strong relationship together in the ring, and they are truly deserving winners". "Well done to all of our other wonderful finalists too. "The dogs, their owners, and handlers should be incredibly proud to have taken part in such a momentous final - it's an incredible achievement, one we are sure they'll treasure for years to come." The runner-up was Viking, a Tibetan mastiff from Romania.
BBC News
09-03-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Crufts 2025: Whippet from Italy called Miuccia wins best in show
A whippet from Venice in Italy has been named best in show at the 2025 Crufts dog show in Miuccia beat more than 18,000 dogs from around the world to claim the top award on Sunday at the NEC."It's really a dream come true," said her handler Giovanni Liguori. "I am truly overwhelmed. Miuccia performed her best".It is the first time a dog from Italy has won best in show, which comes with a trophy and small cash prize of reportedly £200. Miuccia, who is owned by Enrico De Gaspari, was the winner of the hound group earlier in the show, and beat the winners of six other groups to win the top prize."I absolutely adore her," said handler Mr Liguori. "She is the sweetest dog."She always wants to be super close to me and that's the most important thing."Mr Liguori said it was "incredible, it's amazing" to be the first dog from Italy to be crowned best in show."As Italians we are super proud and means that we are doing a fantastic job." Helen Kerfoot, Crufts show manager, said it was "fantastic" to watch Miuccia and her handler's "strong relationship together in the ring, and they are truly deserving winners"."Well done to all of our other wonderful finalists too. "The dogs, their owners, and handlers should be incredibly proud to have taken part in such a momentous final - it's an incredible achievement, one we are sure they'll treasure for years to come."The runner-up was Viking, a Tibetan mastiff from Romania.
