Billie Eilish released a statement on her Instagram account today apologising for the allegations of racism against the Asian community. Last week a video surfaced on TikTok where a 13 or 14-year-old Eilish is mocking accents and using the racial slur “ch—.”. She apologises for her “embarrassing behaviour” and for causing anyone pain or hurt.
In local news, Gauteng reported 6292 new Covid-19 cases in the last 24 hours. The cumulative number of confirmed Covid-19 cases increased to 1 832 479 in South Africa. According to The Citizen, hospital admissions increased by 341 new cases. “Currently, there are 6267 patients admitted at private facilities and 3236 patients at public facilities.” writes the Citizen.
Here are the top trending stories and highlights for today:
Top News
South Africa plans to make mRNA Covid-19 vaccines locally – Business Tech
‘Let’s market our towns to investors,’ Ramaphosa tells ANC members – Sowetan Live
Sports
WATCH: Orlando Pirates star goes down on one knee – The South African
Djokovic ready to be first among equals at Wimbledon – EWN
Kaizer Chiefs bid for Swallows star defender Njabulo Ngcobo – The South African
Lifestyle
Air Jordan 13 ‘Del Sol’ Releasing January 2022 – Sneaker Files
Volkswagen to make greater use of 3D printing in car production – Car Mag
10 Celebrities With Pixie Cuts – Bustle
Entertainment
Lil Baby Spends Big at Atlanta Foot Locker, Gives Shoes Out to Neighborhood – Complex
Lorde Announces New Album, Won’t Release Physical CD To ‘Honor The Natural World’ – Huffington Post
Vin Diesel Suggests That Cardi B Will Return for ‘Fast & Furious 10’ – Complex
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