Dwyane Wade’s Miami Heat statue unveiled, draws mixed reactions, Wizkid’s “Piece of My Heart” sets new record on YouTube Nigeria, Manchester United sack manager Erik Ten Hag. Stay in the know with our Rave News Digest, which summarizes five of the hottest global news stories you need to catch up on, saving you time and energy. Consider it your daily news fix.
1. Dwyane Wade’s Miami Heat statue unveiled, draws mixed reactions
Dwyane Wade’s Heat career
-15 seasons
-3 championships
-All-time leader in points, games, assists, and steals
-1 completely unrecognizable statue— Barstool Sports (@barstoolsports) October 27, 2024
Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade was honored with a statue outside the Kaseya Center on Sunday, October 27, immortalizing the basketball star in front of fans, teammates, and family. Wade’s former teammates and coaches, including Erik Spoelstra, Udonis Haslem, and Bam Adebayo, gathered to celebrate his legacy, while his family, including his wife Gabrielle Union and their children, watched on proudly. Udonis Haslem took the stage to highlight Wade’s impact, calling him a “true leader” and crediting him with uniting the city beyond what anyone could imagine. The unveiling featured a dramatic reveal, with smoke rising as the obsidian enclosure split open, showcasing Wade in his iconic “This is my house” pose from a 2009 game.
However, the statue’s debut sparked mixed reactions online, with fans debating whether it accurately represented the beloved Heat star. Others questioned the choice of sculptors for NBA statues, calling for a “Michelangelo” to ensure faithful depictions. Wade himself took a lighthearted jab at the statue, joking, “Who’s that guy?” but also shared his desire to “feel” the moment and appreciate the honor. Despite the mixed responses, the statue stands as a testament to Wade’s lasting impact on the Miami Heat and its fanbase.
2. Wizkid’s “Piece of My Heart” sets new record on YouTube Nigeria
• Wizkid’s “Piece of My Heart” ft. Brent Faiyaz sets a new record for the biggest views ever by any song in a week on YouTube Nigeria.
— The song earned 1.20 million views in its first week, breaking the previous record held by Fireboy & Ed Sheeran’s “Peru” —1.18M views pic.twitter.com/Aq0TjBjlvu
— MUSICFRO (@MusiqFro) October 27, 2024
Wizkid’s latest single, “Piece of My Heart,” has set a new record on YouTube Nigeria, becoming the most-streamed song in a single week on the platform. Released on October 18, and featuring American singer Brent Faiyaz, the R&B-infused track accumulated 1.20 million streams within its first week. This achievement broke the previous record held by Fireboy DML’s “Peru” remix featuring Ed Sheeran, which had 1.18 million streams.
Beyond YouTube, “Piece of My Heart” has enjoyed a phenomenal streaming debut across various platforms, including setting the record for the biggest opening day streams on Spotify Nigeria. Notably, it became the first African song to cross 1 million streams on Spotify in a single day, a feat that highlights Wizkid’s dominance in the streaming era. This release also marks the beginning of the “Morayo” era, paving the way for Wizkid’s sixth album, scheduled for release on November 22, and reinforcing his position as one of Nigeria’s top musical exports.
3. South Africa: Nomzamo Mbatha and Bonang Matheba to host The Earthshot Prize
Cape Town Hosts First-Ever Earthshot Prize Awards in Africa – A Night of Inspiration and Star Power – https://t.co/P3m3iQnAqR #OkMzansi pic.twitter.com/rSzozmigVh
— Youth Village SA (@YouthVillageSA) October 28, 2024
Cape Town, South Africa, is set to be the epicenter of environmental innovation as it hosts Earthshot Week from November 4 to 7. Hosting the series of events will be award-winning actress and philanthropist Nomzamo Mbatha, who joins as Earthshot Global Ambassador and host. The week’s events will welcome global leaders, entrepreneurs, and young advocates focused on accelerating sustainable solutions for the planet. Mbatha will be joined by Australian conservationist and wildlife photographer Robert Irwin for various thought leadership forums, enhancing the week’s dialogue on environmental action.
The festivities will culminate in the fourth annual Earthshot Prize Awards, co-hosted by celebrated South African television presenter Bonang Matheba and multi-award-winning American actor Billy Porter. South African rapper and presenter Nomuzi “Moozlie” Mabena and Nigerian presenter Ebuka Obi-Uchendu will host the green carpet pre-show, promising a stylish start to this landmark event.
4. Burna Boy and Shaboozy spark collaboration rumors
Burna Boy, Shaboozey and Telz. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/xNqT0Ac5Pz
— benny. (@benny7gg) October 26, 2024
Nigerian music icon Burna Boy has ignited excitement among fans after a studio session with rising American-Nigerian country music star Shaboozey, sparking rumors of a potential collaboration. Both artists were recently captured in the studio together, hinting that a fusion of their distinct musical styles might soon be in the works. Burna Boy, who has dominated the charts with his hit single “Higher” and captivated audiences in his Headliners Only concert series with surprise appearances, now appears poised to expand his international reach even further. Fans of both artists are eagerly anticipating what promises to be a genre-blending project, fusing Burna Boy’s Afrobeats influence with Shaboozey’s fresh take on country music, which saw him top the Billboard Hot 100 with “A Bar Song (Tipsy).”
This potential collaboration with Shaboozey would further cement Burna Boy’s appeal in the United States, where his 2022 album “Love, Damini” recently became eligible for RIAA Gold certification. As anticipation grows, the prospect of these two musical innovators coming together is fueling discussions across social media and the music industry.
5. Manchester United sack manager Ten Hag
🚨🔴 CONFIRMED: Erik ten Hag has been sacked by Manchester United with immediate effect as exclusively revealed!
Ruud van Nistelrooy will replace ten Hah as interim manager, the decision has been made. pic.twitter.com/r3ed9btRX8
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) October 28, 2024
Manchester United have dismissed manager Erik ten Hag after a disappointing start to the season that sees the club languishing at 14th place in the Premier League. Ten Hag’s tenure ended following a 2-1 loss to West Ham on Sunday, marking United’s sixth league defeat with only three wins in their opening nine matches. The club also struggles in Europe, sitting 21st out of 36 teams in the Europa League after three consecutive draws. Club executives, including CEO Omar Berrada and sporting director Dan Ashworth, informed Ten Hag of the decision in a meeting at United’s Carrington training ground, with sources describing the decision as difficult yet unanimous.
Former striker Ruud van Nistelrooy, who joined United as Ten Hag’s assistant last summer, will step in as interim manager while the club searches for a permanent replacement. Van Nistelrooy is expected to stabilize the team as they look for their sixth manager since Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement in 2013. Players and fans alike reacted to Ten Hag’s exit, with captain Bruno Fernandes expressing gratitude for the manager’s contributions. Despite extending his contract following last season’s FA Cup triumph over Manchester City, Ten Hag’s position became untenable amid United’s current struggles, marking another chapter in the club’s turbulent managerial history.
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