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Pink Villa
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Bruno Mars joins BLACKPINK's Rosé for APT. act of LA DEADLINE show, day 1 attendees 'feel robbed'
BLACKPINK member Rosé took fans by surprise by getting the global star Bruno Mars to perform their global smash hit APT. with her. The show, held at the SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California on July 13, was part of the girl group's 2025-26 DEADLINE World Tour. It marked the reunion of the artist-cum-friends after their last award show appearance in the 2024 MAMA. The fans who watched the act live were over the moon, while the others felt disappointed on the miss. Bruno Mars and Rosé's surprise joint APT. stage at DEADLINE LA concert Rosé and Bruno Mars took the DEADLINE concert stage on fire with their energetic performance of their hit track, APT. They perfectly matched each other's vibe as they jumped around the stage while singing their respective parts. The duo also featured matching jackets during their act, which Bruno Mars bought himself, as per fans. Additionally, the introduction of the American singer-songwriter was also uncanny. Rosé did not formally invite him on stage, instead he popped up on the giant screen and on the stage as soon as his verse started playing. The surprise appearance received loud cheers from the fans in the stadium. Almost every concert attendee was seen with their phones lifted up to capture the iconic moment. The BLACKPINK member might be the only artist who had been able to get Bruno Mars to agree to make a guest appearance on a musical show in recent years. His feature on BLACKPINK's SoFi concert at LA marked his first collaborative stage in another artist's show in about 8 years. This made the performance even more memorable for the fans. BLACKPINK's day 1 and day 2 LA concert attendees had opposite reaction to Bruno Mars surprise appearance The fans who attended day 2 of the LA DEADLINE show on July 13, were thrilled to be able to witness such an iconic show. They described the APT. collab stage as a "cosmic event." Contrastingly, a fan who attended day 1 of the SoFi show, said, "i feel robbed" since they missed watching Bruno Mars live by just a whisker. While Rosé's vocals on APT. shine brightly, the collaborative stage with Bruno Mars elevates the track to a whole new level.
Time Out
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Belly Laughs Comedy and Food Festival
Photograph: Sergio Garcia Photography Cutting-edge comedy meets culinary prowess at the first-ever fest of its kind celebrating Asian American culture in Los Angeles. Kumail Nanjiani, Margaret Cho, Bobby Lee, Zarna Garg, Joel Kim Booster, Nimesh Patel, Sherry Cola, Aparna Nancherla and many more—plus special guests—will take over three stages at L.A. Live, with Hasan Minhaj and friends headlining both nights. On the food side, MAMA's Nightmarket will be serving up fare from 20 local Asian restaurants, including Holy Basil, Jilli, Yum Sະlut and Feng Mao. Sat, Jul 12, 2025 Sun, Jul 13, 2025 By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. 🙌 Awesome, you're subscribed! Thanks for subscribing! Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon! Discover Time Out original video
The Citizen
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Evaton's Kenneth Zakathi nominated for national award
EVATON.- Born and raised in the heart of Evaton, Kenneth Zakathi has grown into one of Sedibeng's most powerful voices — and now he's been nominated for Inspirational Speaker of the Year at the prestigious Big Up Awards 2025. Zakathi's journey has been nothing short of remarkable. From his early days as a guest on Thetha FM with the late Daniel Dez Rakgokgo, he used the microphone not just for entertainment, but for transformation. He became a source of encouragement for families, young people, and the broader community in the Vaal Triangle and beyond. Driven by purpose and compassion, he went on to lead a life skills programme across ten schools in the Vaal, helping reshape the lives of ill-disciplined learners. Many of those once-troubled students are now pursuing meaningful, purpose-driven futures thanks to the seeds he planted. In 2021, his impact was nationally recognised when he was nominated for Best Radio Presenter at the Mzansi Arts and Media Awards (MAMA) — a powerful reminder that local voices can carry national influence. Most recently, Zakathi sat down with SABC's Channel Africa for an interview that moved millions across South Africa. His message was clear, bold, and filled with hope: 'I believe in the beauty of dreams. Nothing is impossible.' Zakathi is the founder of Family Restoration, a movement focused on healing families and restoring communities. He is an accomplished speaker, radio professional, author of four books (Family Foundations, The Patriarchs, I Do, and the 10-Day Family Devotional), and a visionary for national transformation through faith, family, and leadership. 'This nomination is a reflection of our community's heartbeat. Let's bring this award home to the Vaal — together.' Zakathi is calling on everyone who has been touched by his work to cast their votes. One vote can shift the nation. To vote, simply visit his Facebook profile, Kenneth Zakathi, and click the pinned voting link. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
BLACKPINK's Lisa sparks mixed reactions for throwing Labubu gift back at fan during DEADLINE concert: 'Was there a hidden camera?'
BLACKPINK's Lisa has been known for her love of Labubu dolls long before they became the popular collectible trend they are today. She's often credited by fans and collectors as one of the public figures who helped bring these unusual dolls into the spotlight. Whether it's through her personal posts or fan interactions, Lisa's attachment to Labubu has become something of a running joke among her fans, many of whom affectionately tease her for being 'obsessed' with the wide-eyed, scruffy-looking characters. Although the dolls themselves have received mixed reactions online, with some calling them 'ugly' or unsettling, Lisa hasn't shied away from showing her love for them. However, a recent incident at BLACKPINK's DEADLINE concert in Goyang Stadium, Seoul has sparked mixed reactions online. During the show, a fan threw a Labubu doll toward Lisa, who briefly picked it up and tossed it back into the crowd. The moment was captured on video and has now gone viral across social media. While many fans defended the ROCKSTAR hitmaker, saying it seemed like a spontaneous response, others called her reaction rude, flooding the comments with criticism. Scroll ahead to watch the video. Fans throw Labubu at Lisa; she tosses it back Over the weekend, BLACKPINK lit up Goyang Stadium with two back-to-back shows that felt more like a MAMA stage than a typical concert, as fans described it. The events drew a star-studded guest list, with high-profile celebrities ranging from K-pop idols to actors and entertainers spotted in the crowd. Despite being on hiatus for nearly three years, Jisoo, Jennie, Lisa, and Rosé reminded everyone why BLACKPINK remains one of the biggest girl groups in the world. Their recent shows delivered stunning visuals, high-energy performances, and the signature aesthetics fans have come to love. However, one moment during the concert sparked conversation online. A fan threw a Labubu doll toward Lisa, who ran to pick it up, took a look at it, and quickly tossed it back into the crowd. The video of the moment has since gone viral, drawing mixed reactions. Fans divided While many fans defended Lisa and pointed out the safety risks of throwing objects on stage, others felt it was a sincere gesture from a fan who knew about her love for Labubu dolls. "Rude, she just lost a fan," one user wrote, while another mentioned, "Her face reaction after doing that. Poor fan." "Nothing lasts forever, including fame, but people will forever remember your rudeness," one mentioned. However, some fans noted that Lisa initially looked at the doll with affection, suggesting she may have noticed something unusual before deciding to toss it back. Others raised concerns about safety and privacy, pointing out that in the past, sasaengs have hidden cameras inside plush toys to secretly film idols—something that poses a serious invasion of their personal space. BLACKPINK to kick off U.S. leg of Deadline World Tour After wrapping up their two-night shows in Goyang for the DEADLINE World Tour, BLACKPINK is now set to head to the United States. The group is scheduled to hold two back-to-back concerts in Los Angeles over the coming weekend. Following LA, they're expected to perform in Chicago before moving on to Toronto and New York. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Are Consumer Staples Stocks Lagging Mama's Creations, Inc. (MAMA) This Year?
For those looking to find strong Consumer Staples stocks, it is prudent to search for companies in the group that are outperforming their peers. Is Mama's Creations, Inc. (MAMA) one of those stocks right now? By taking a look at the stock's year-to-date performance in comparison to its Consumer Staples peers, we might be able to answer that question. Mama's Creations, Inc. is a member of our Consumer Staples group, which includes 178 different companies and currently sits at #14 in the Zacks Sector Rank. The Zacks Sector Rank considers 16 different sector groups. The average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within the groups is measured, and the sectors are listed from best to worst. The Zacks Rank is a proven system that emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions, highlighting a variety of stocks that are displaying the right characteristics to beat the market over the next one to three months. Mama's Creations, Inc. is currently sporting a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy). Over the past three months, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for MAMA's full-year earnings has moved 6.7% higher. This signals that analyst sentiment is improving and the stock's earnings outlook is more positive. According to our latest data, MAMA has moved about 10.8% on a year-to-date basis. Meanwhile, the Consumer Staples sector has returned an average of 6.8% on a year-to-date basis. This means that Mama's Creations, Inc. is performing better than its sector in terms of year-to-date returns. One other Consumer Staples stock that has outperformed the sector so far this year is Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC (RBGLY). The stock is up 14.3% year-to-date. The consensus estimate for Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC's current year EPS has increased 3.3% over the past three months. The stock currently has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). To break things down more, Mama's Creations, Inc. belongs to the Food - Miscellaneous industry, a group that includes 42 individual companies and currently sits at #184 in the Zacks Industry Rank. On average, stocks in this group have lost 2.9% this year, meaning that MAMA is performing better in terms of year-to-date returns. In contrast, Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC falls under the Soap and Cleaning Materials industry. Currently, this industry has 1 stocks and is ranked #2. Going forward, investors interested in Consumer Staples stocks should continue to pay close attention to Mama's Creations, Inc. and Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC as they could maintain their solid performance. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Mama's Creations, Inc. (MAMA) : Free Stock Analysis Report Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC (RBGLY) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
