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Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson shocks with new slimmed-down physique after MMA fighter role in ‘The Smashing Machine’

Dwayne Johnson shocked fans with his slimmed-down physique at the Venice Film Festival over the weekend.

The wrestler-turned-actor, 53, transformed his body to play MMA fighter Mark Kerr in Benny Safdie’s film “The Smashing Machine,” which is premiering in Venice Monday night.

Johnson showed off his weight and muscle loss as he attended the Miu Miu Women’s Tales event on Saturday night in a button-up blue shirt and black pants. He was joined by his co-star, Emily Blunt.

Then on Monday, Johnson wore a short-sleeved blue shirt that he tucked into his white pants at the film’s photocall.

Johnson’s skinny physique went viral on X where fans jokingly called him “The Pebble.”

“He’s so lean,” one fan wrote.

“Damn, he’s half of what he was!” another user said.

Kumuyi Softens Marriage Rules For Deeper Life Members, Abolishes Six-Month Mandatory Courtship

August 31, (THEWILL) — The General Superintendent of Deeper Christian Life Ministry, Pastor William Kumuyi, has announced sweeping changes to some of the church’s long-standing marriage regulations, stressing that they are administrative guidelines rather than divine commandments.

Speaking at the 2025 Global Family and Marriage Conference, Pastor Kumuyi urged Christians to differentiate between God’s unchanging laws and church rules, which, he said, can be adjusted to meet practical realities.

Among the major reforms, the cleric nullified the church’s restriction that prevented women from visiting men they intended to marry. Henceforth, intending couples may visit each other during courtship, provided they are accompanied by an elder.

He also abolished the church’s mandatory six-month courtship period, explaining that the timeline was only a guideline and not rooted in scripture.

“We just felt you need some time to know one another. And then we said one month will be too short, two months too short. So, why not six months? But it is not from the Bible. Six months is all right, but it’s not something inflexible. If we change it to three months, we’re not changing the Bible, because six months is not in the Bible,” Kumuyi said.

On the role of marriage committees, the Deeper Life leader clarified that they exist only to provide guidance, not to exercise authority over members.

“There’s no marriage committee in the New Testament. We created it to help you, not because we can give you a chapter and a verse. It is church administration. Marriage committees should not exercise an authority that God has not given them. This is just church organisation, not divine law,” he noted.

The development marks a significant shift in Deeper Life’s marriage practices, underscoring Pastor Kumuyi’s emphasis on scriptural clarity and the need to avoid mistaking church traditions for God’s commandments.

Congratulations Dr. @akin_adesina on completing your tenure as President of the @AfDB_Group! Your leadership has driven transformative change, empowering Africans and fostering economic growth. Your legacy will continue to inspire and uplift the continent. #AfDB #FarmersCornerNG

Congratulations Dr. @akin_adesina on completing your tenure as President of the @AfDB_Group! Your leadership has driven transformative change, empowering Africans and fostering economic growth. Your legacy will continue to inspire and uplift the continent. #AfDB #FarmersCornerNG pic.twitter.com/4pZaXwwQyO

— Farmers' Corner (@farmerscornerng) August 31, 2025

joanna and jason's dance floor chemistry is actually insane.

Jason and Joanna are made for each together as a dance partner 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 #BBNaija

This Jason na ashawo boy, the way he always gentle wraps his hands around Joanna whenever they dance together.....hmmmm
#BBNaijaS10
#BBNaija

FLAME & FURY Shocking moment Texas election candidate Valentina Gomez BURNS Quran with a flamethrower as she vows to ‘end Islam'

Gomez has previously filmed herself torching two LGBTQ books

THIS is the shocking moment a Republican Texas election candidate shared footage of herself torching the Quran with a flamethrower in a vile Islamophobic campaign ad.

In the video, Valentina Gomez claims her goal is to "end Islam" in Texas - despite Muslims making up just one per cent of the state's population.

Gomez, who is running in the GOP primary for Texas' 31st congressional District, caused outrage after posting the video of herself burning a copy of the Muslim holy book on X on Monday.

She is heard saying in the video: "America is a Christian nation, so those terrorist Muslims can *** to any of the 57 Muslim nations.

"There is only one true God, and that is the God of Israel."

This is not Gomez’s first display of Islamophobic views.

Bytedance just made more money than Meta for the first time in history.

(Bytedance, amongst other things, runs TikTok)

Meektunz:
Mohammed Bako .

Nollywood Actress Debbie Shokoya Risks It All for a Movie Role! Pulls a daring stunt on a movie set that has left fans buzzing.

Nollywood Actress Debbie Shokoya Risks It All for a Movie Role! Pulls a daring stunt on a movie set that has left fans buzzing. pic.twitter.com/aGV0QIjSsc

— Nollywood Citadel (@Nolly_Citadel) August 27, 2025

I”m a Mommy💕…… This is the happiest I’ve ever been.
My precious daughter, the love I never knew existed, my heart in another human being, my love.

I have seen the goodness of God in my life time, I have seen God move and I no longer just hear of it, I see it. It ended in praise, My miracle is here. 💃💕🌸

Yakira Eliana, Olakitan, Iyanuoluwa, Ikeoluwa, Adunola 💕

My purpose, my reason, my evidence. Thank you for choosing me, thank you for making me a Mother.

My hearts overflows with so much gratitude.
God heard, God answered.
Every single detail, down to your fingers and toes oh he heard my prayers.

Meet my miracle,

Yakira Eliana — Precious, Beloved — of great worth, My God has answered 💕🕊️✨”

Signed,

Mama Yaya ✨
🌸🌸🌸🌸

Thank God for His mercies….

Arrived Kaduna safely by road. Thanks so much.

Moment Jarvis revealed to Peller that she’s pregnant🥹🤰

Moment Jarvis revealed to Peller that she’s pregnant🥹🤰 pic.twitter.com/iv1AjAXpEu

— Oyindamola🙄 (@dammiedammie35) August 26, 2025

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Peller and Jarvis are trending!!! Here is the reason!

Peller and Jarvis are TikTok content creators
They grew from TikTok live stream , AI content to becoming influencer
We just applaud their growth , it’s massive
They are also in a relationship

Few days ago, Seyi vibes held his concert
And peller was there to stream it , hopefully make content with Seyi vibes
He said hello To Seyi vibes and the artist smiled back at him

Jarvis was also at the venue as Seyi vibes is one of her favorite artist
She wanted to see him too 😂
We can see peller caring for her in the video

According to what peller was saying , he told a guy Jarvis will be in a car with him and him (peller) will be in another car as some guys were trying to attack them!

Getting to the car, Jarvis refused to enter the car and asked peller why she should enter the car
Peller, who was visibly angry and probably found it difficult to expressed himself, decided to drag Jarvis
Jarvis walked out with anger

His friends asked him why he pushed her and he responded that he was mad at her before and he never mean any harm by pushing her.

Another scene with Jarvis where peller was telling her to allow him handle the situation and stop shouting
He pushed her again

After several back and forth , Jarvis and peller settled their differences, got out of their situation and started acting loving towards each other

When the video came online , people did not find it funny
Peller was getting attacked and people reacted differently
Some felt Jarvis should have just listened to Peller
Others said Peller could have handled it suddenly

Activist Adetoun saw the trending video and warned Peller not to touch Jarvis else they will have to intervene

She also said Peller and Jarvis should know the type of content they put out because there are people who look up to them !

Popular kayamata seller, Jaruma also has something to say on the trending issue

Peller decided to address the trending issue and reminded people he’s just a 20 year boy who is trying to be better
He also said people are trying to misjudge him over a 30 seconds video
According to him, he streamed for 6 hours and 30 seconds clip was singled out for drags

Jarvis also went live and told people to advise their family members and leave her alone
She quickly reminded people that she’s not a child 😭
Adetoun won’t like this ooo

Jarvis also advised Twitter warriors and Instagram champions , telling them to calm down as what was posted is not what it looks like

At the end of the day , peller told everyone to mind their business , Jarvis also told everyone to mind their business

When you’re feeling down, and your man surprises you with your traditional food, Amala and Egusi Ìjẹ̀bú, suddenly the world feels lighter.

That’s more than love, it’s culture warming the soul.
#Yorùbá2TheWorld 🌍

When you’re feeling down, and your man surprises you with your traditional food, Amala and Egusi Ìjẹ̀bú, suddenly the world feels lighter.

That’s more than love, it’s culture warming the soul. #Yorùbá2TheWorld 🌍 pic.twitter.com/KAwamJKC5u

— YORÙBÁ To The World 🌎 (@Yoruba2theworld) August 23, 2025

Tonight, Denari didn’t just act, he embodied greatness. The spirit of legendary Nollywood icon @_olujacobs came alive through him. His delivery, presence, and depth were nothing short of phenomenal. 👏

Denari keeps proving he’s not just in the house, he is the show! 💯

CCTV footage captures the moment a maid was urinåting in a plate inside the kitchen yesterday, as well as on several other occasions🤮😳🙆

CCTV footage captures the moment a maid was urinåting in a plate inside the kitchen yesterday, as well as on several other occasions🤮😳🙆 pic.twitter.com/CfuJAWoPMo

— CHUKS 🍥 (@ChuksEricE) August 19, 2025