Nicole Scherzinger Says ‘46, You Were Golden’ as She Celebrates 47th Birthday in Zebra-Print Bikini

Nicole Scherzinger Says '46, You Were Golden' as She Celebrates 47th Birthday in Zebra-Print Bikini

Nicole Scherzinger/Instagram Nicole Scherzinger marked her 47th birthday on Monday, June 29, by sharing two videos via Instagram, both of which show her frolicking on the beach in a black-and-white bikini "46, you were golden," she captioned one clip of her posing against some rocks and splashing in the shallow waters while she reflected on how grateful she is for all that has happened over the past year in the caption of the second clip Scherzinger's birthday comes hot on the heels of the Tony Awards, where she took home the award for Best Actress in a Musical for her role of Norma Desmond in the Broadway smashSunset Boulevard. Nicole Scherzingeris celebrating her 47th birthday in style! The formerPussycat Dollssinger marked her milestone birthday on Monday, June 29, by sharing two videos on Instagram. Both videos show the pop star on the beach in a tiny, triangle zebra print bikini and a wide-brimmed hat. Thefirst clipshared with her 7.1 M followers shows her posing against the rocks and splashing in the shallow waters. It is captioned, "46 you were Golden!" And showing she has a good sense of humor about growing older, she has also added the caption, "POV: People born in 2020 are turning 25 and so am I." Broadway star Scherzinger is feeling more reflective in thesecond video, which shows her sitting cross-legged in the same zebra print bikini and doing a yoga pose on a rock against the backdrop of a sunset. "Reflecting with deep gratitude as another year rises on the horizon," she captioned that clip. "So grateful for every breath, for every sunrise and sunset. Thank you, God, for another year. ☀️🩵" Meanwhile, the star shared an insight into her birthday celebrations via her Instagram stories. One video shows the huge effort herSunset Boulevardcostars made to ensure her "first birthday on Broadway" was fun. The backstage area has been decorated with star garlands and a banner that read "Super Happy Broadway Birthday," as well as a cardboard cutout of her. Nicole Scherzinger/Instagram The PEOPLE Appis now available in the Apple App Store! Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! Real Housewives of DubaistarCaroline Stanburyshared a photograph of Scherzinger and her fiancé,Thom Evans, along with Stanbury.The Black Eyed Peasalso sent their happy birthday wishes, as well as Scherzinger's stylist, Michael Philouz. Nicole's birthday follows her first Tony Award win in June for her performance of Norma Desmond in the Broadway smashSunset Boulevard.The former Pussycat Dolls singer won Best Actress in a Musical, beating Megan Hilty, Audra McDonald, Jasmine Amy Rogers, and Jennifer Simard. Tearfully accepting the award on June 8, Scherzinger urged the audience not to "give up." Nicole Scherzinger/Instagram Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE's free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Her win, which came shortly aftershe performed "As If We Never Said Goodbye" during the ceremony, earning a standing ovation at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, also saw her personally thank Evans. Turning her attention to the former Scottish rugby player, she said her man "believes in me when I forget to believe in myself." Theo Wargo/Getty The PEOPLE Puzzler crossword is here! How quickly can you solve it? Play now! Scherzinger also thankedSunset Blvd.composerAndrew Lloyd Webber, whom she said it has been an "honor" to work with, before sharing how monumental her role in the Broadway revival has been for her. "Growing up, I always felt like I didn't belong, but you all have made me feel like I belong, and I have come home at last," Scherzinger said to the audience. "So if there is anyone who feels like they don't belong or your time hasn't come, don't give up. Just keep on giving and giving because the world needs your love and light more than ever. This is a testament that love always wins." Read the original article onPeople

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Nicole Scherzinger Says ‘46, You Were Golden’ as She Celebrates 47th Birthday in Zebra-Print Bikini

Nicole Scherzinger Says '46, You Were Golden' as She Celebrates 47th Birthday in Zebra-Print Bikini Nicole Scherzinger/Instagram Nic...

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Rihanna Reveals Her Unexpected Go-to Karaoke Song — and It's “Smurfs”-Inspired!

Rihanna Reveals Her Unexpected Go-to Karaoke Song — and It's "Smurfs"-Inspired!

Antoine Flament/Getty Rihanna revealed her go-to karaoke song at the world premiere of theSmurfsmovie in Brussels on June 28 The singer's unexpected choice is seemingly inspired by her latest role as Smurfette in the film "Maybe 'Burning Blue' by Mariah the Scientist," the pregnant star said with a laugh Rihannais all about the blue! While walking the blue carpet in a sheer baby blue Chanel look at theSmurfsworld premierein Brussels on June 28, the singer, 37, revealed that her go-to karaoke song is seemingly inspired by her latest role. Speaking to U.K. radio stationCapital FMat the premiere, the pregnant star, who voices Smurfette in the movie, shared her top pick when it comes to taking to the mic. "Ohhhh!" she said as she thought about her answer and placed her hand on the side of her head. "Oh my gosh, it's, it's, it's … maybe'Burning Blue' by Mariah the Scientist," she continued with a laugh. The track, which was released in May and premiered its music video on May 8, is the lead single from the R&B singer's upcoming fourth studio album, according toBillboard. It peaked at No. 25 on the Billboard Hot 100. Prince Williams/FilmMagic Thanks to theSmurfsmovie, fans of the Barbadian musician got to hear new music from the star in the form of"Friend of Mine." The catchy, synth-heavy song features lyrics about friendship and a music video filled with psychedelic graphics, bright colors and dancing Smurfs, including Rihanna as Smurfette. At the film's world premiere, Rihanna, who also produces the movie, was joined by her partnerA$AP Rocky. The Fenty Beauty founder dressed her baby bump in a flowy Chanel chiffon top and skirt, with the top featuring a sheer center section that revealed her belly. The look took 840 hours to make, according to the fashion brand. Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE's free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Arnold Jerocki/Getty Meanwhile, rapper Rocky, 36, who complemented Rihanna in a striped blue tie, appeared to reveal the sex of the couple'sthird child togetheron the blue carpet. Entertainment Tonightco-host Kevin Frazier asked the musician, "Is that the girl you've been waiting for?" as he gestured towards Rihanna. Rocky responded with a smile and said, "It is, man, it is." The PEOPLE Appis now available in the Apple App Store! Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! Paramount Animation He then held up a Smurfette toy to the camera and added, "— Right here, right here," seemingly redirecting his answer. "You know what I'm asking!" Frazier replied as Rocky continued laughing. The pair are already parents tosonsRZA, 3, and Riot, 1. Smurfshits theaters on Friday, July 18. Read the original article onPeople

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Rihanna Reveals Her Unexpected Go-to Karaoke Song — and It's “Smurfs”-Inspired!

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Exclusive-USAID cancelled rape survivor kits for Congo as conflict erupted

Exclusive-USAID cancelled rape survivor kits for Congo as conflict erupted

By Jessica Donati and Sonia Rolley (Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump's administration cancelled a major contract to supply emergency kits for rape survivors in Congo as violence surged in the east this year, leaving thousands without access to life-saving medication, the United Nations and aid groups said. The emergency kits include medication to prevent HIV and other sexually transmitted infections, as well as unwanted pregnancies. The decision to cancel the contract for around 100,000 post-rape kits has not been reported previously. The U.S. Agency for International Development contract was intended to resupply Congo's war-ravaged eastern provinces for the year, and left thousands of health centres without provisions when fighting was escalating. The State Department, which manages USAID, did not respond to repeated requests for comment by email and text message. Reuters spoke to officials at the United Nations and four other aid groups that treat rape survivors in eastern Congo for this story. A team also visited a site in South Kivu province to speak directly to healthcare workers and survivors. "When you look into the eyes of a rape victim, you get the impression that her gaze is dead," one health worker in Congo, who declined to be named for fear of reprisals, said. "You never forget standing in front of that person and telling them that you don't have any medicine, that you don't know how to help them, and asking them to leave." Rwanda-backed M23 rebels swept across the east of the country in January, seizing two major cities, in an escalation of a decades-long conflict. The UN has said that some 67,000 incidences of rape have been recorded since then with many more likely going unreported. Sexual violence as a weapon of war in the Congo has been documented by generations of UN experts and aid groups. PIPELINE DISRUPTED Trump ordered a 90-day pause on foreign aid after taking office in January and halted grants by USAID. USAID's contract with a supplier for the kits was in the pipeline when billionaire Elon Musk, who at the time was spearheading a department to improve U.S. government efficiency, said he was shuttering the agency in January. According to the UN and other aid organisations, USAID immediately cancelled the contract, which would have resupplied thousands of health centres by March. Reuters has agreed not to name the supplier to avoid compromising its sensitive operations in Congo. "When USAID decided to terminate the large funding they had for this American NGO, this American NGO immediately stopped all activities," said Noemi Dalmonte, the deputy representative in Kinshasa for the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). "The pipeline got disrupted at a very unfortunate time." The post-rape kits come in a box containing HIV medication to prevent infection within 72 hours, antibiotics and testing for sexually transmitted diseases and emergency contraception. The supplies paid for by USAID were meant to reach over 2,000 facilities. "This kit is truly important to reassure the woman who has been really traumatized that she won't get AIDS, that she won't have an unwanted pregnancy, and that she won't contract venereal diseases," said Amadou Bocoum, the country director of CARE International. The UNFPA shared a document with Reuters that indicated that only seven out of 34 health zones in North Kivu have a minimal supply of post-rape kits left. Less than one-in-four survivors' needs are currently being met. Only 13% of survivors that request help receive medication to prevent HIV within the recommended 72-hour window. While the U.S. State Department has said it will continue to support life-saving programs worldwide, the contract to supply post-rape kits to survivors remains cancelled. Trump has said that the U.S. pays disproportionately for foreign aid and he wants other countries to shoulder more of the burden. The U.S. disbursed $65 billion in foreign assistance last year, nearly half of it via USAID, according to government data. The UNFPA and other aid organisations are trying to raise around $35 million to cover the loss of funding from the United States from donors such as the Gates Foundation and other Western nations. The consequences of the cancellation include survivor deaths, the spread of HIV, unwanted pregnancies, and unsafe abortions with high maternal-mortality risk, the UNFPA document said. (Additional reporting by Victoire Mukenge in Bukavu and Djaffar Al Kantaty in Goma; Editing by Sharon Singleton)

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Exclusive-USAID cancelled rape survivor kits for Congo as conflict erupted

Exclusive-USAID cancelled rape survivor kits for Congo as conflict erupted By Jessica Donati and Sonia Rolley (Reuters) -U.S. President Dona...

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Dubai aims to beat the traffic with 2026 Joby air taxi liftoff

Dubai aims to beat the traffic with 2026 Joby air taxi liftoff

By AbdelHadi Ramahi, Amr Alfiky and Luke Tyson DUBAI (Reuters) -Dubai commuters may soon have a new way to skip traffic: air taxis. Joby Aviation conducted the first test flight of its fully-electric air taxi in the emirate this week, a major milestone in the city's efforts to integrate airborne transport into existing mobility networks as early as next year. Joby hopes its air-taxis will ease pressure on existing ground transportation and offer travelers a faster alternative as Dubai faces increasing congestion. "We want to change the way people commute," Anthony Khoury, Joby's UAE General Manager, said. A journey from Dubai's main airport DXB to Palm Jumeirah aboard the Joby Aerial Taxi will take roughly twelve minutes, the company predicts, as opposed to 45 minutes by car. While Joby's long-term ambition is to make its aerial taxis "affordable for everybody to use," Khoury says, they acknowledge early pricing will likely target higher-income travelers. "As with any novel technology, early days might be a bit more premium." The demonstration flight was held on Monday at an isolated desert site southeast of Dubai's downtown and was designed to emulate a typical aerial taxi journey, according to Joby Aviation officials. In a ceremony attended by senior government officials, transport executives and company representatives, the experimental aircraft executed a vertical takeoff, flew for several miles, and then returned for a vertical landing. The Joby Aerial Taxi, the flagship electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft developed by the California-based company, can fly distances of up to 160 kilometers (100 miles) at speeds reaching 320km/hr (200mph). Fully electric, with zero operating emissions, Joby's air-taxi is designed to be both eco-friendly and quiet enough for commercial use in dense urban areas. "It will be flying in the city, next to residential areas, and hopefully people will barely notice it," Khoury said. While eVTOLs such as Joby's have been hailed as the future of urban air the industry still faces major hurdles -- including securing regulatory approval and developing sufficient vertiport infrastructure. Morgan Stanley downgraded Joby's stock price target from $10 to $7 in April, flagging near-term execution risks and broader aerospace industry concerns, including tariffs and supply-chain issues. Joby is currently trading at $10.55. In early 2024, Joby signed a contract with Dubai's Roads and Transit Authority that awarded the company exclusive rights to operate aerial taxis in the city for the next six years. The company plans to inaugurate the emirate's commercial air-taxi service in 2026, with four initial vertiports located at Dubai International Airport (DXB), Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Downtown and Dubai Marina. "In aviation, you don't see transformations like this," said Didier Papadopoulos, Joby's President of Original Equipment Manufacturing. "Every once in a while, you have this propulsive move into the future. What you're witnessing here is really exciting, and I'm excited for you to be riding this one point in the future." (Reporting by Abdelhadi Ramahi and Luke Tyson in Dubai; editing by Maha El Dahan, Editing by Louise Heavens)

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Dubai aims to beat the traffic with 2026 Joby air taxi liftoff

Dubai aims to beat the traffic with 2026 Joby air taxi liftoff By AbdelHadi Ramahi, Amr Alfiky and Luke Tyson DUBAI (Reuters) -Dubai commute...

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'American Pickers' Mike Wolfe Welcomes 'Beautiful' New Addition to His Family

'American Pickers' Mike Wolfe Welcomes 'Beautiful' New Addition to His Family

'American Pickers' Mike Wolfe Welcomes 'Beautiful' New Addition to His Familyoriginally appeared onParade. American PickersstarMike Wolfewelcomed a "beautiful" addition to his family in a video shared on social media. On Monday, June 30, theHistory Channelstar, 61,took to Instagramwith a clip of his new "family member"—a Harley Davidson motorcycle. 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 "My Harley collection now spans 116 years, from 1909 to 2025," Wolfe captioned his update. "I can't wait to get some miles on this Street Glide and make her my own. Thank you to@harleydavidsonand@moonshineharleyfor always being so bada--, here's to many more miles together! See you out there! 👊🏻#HarleyPartner." In the clip, Wolfe explained that the Street Glide reminded him of a bike he bought in 2000—and after having a chance to ride one for a different promo for the brand, he fell in love with the bike. The history fanatic declared toward the end, "Dude, it's so sick. I'm pumped!" View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mike Wolfe (@mikewolfeamericanpicker) In the comments, Wolfe'sgirlfriend,Leticia Cline, 46, wrote, "My babes on 🔥🔥," to which he replied, "@leticiaclineBABE! 😂." Another follower shared, "Happy for you🔥🔥🔥." Someone else echoed, "❤️🙌🔥 you deserve it, brother enjoy the ride 🔥🔥🔥." A different Instagram follower commented, "WOW! Mike,@mikewolfeamericanpicker- this is beyond amazing! 👊😃💥🏍️." Yet another fan commented, "Congrats on the new family member, Mike! She's a beauty <3." Speaking of family members, Wolfe is a father toone daughter,Charlie, whom he shares with his ex-wife,Jodi Faeth. In otherAmerican Pickersnews, his co-starDanielle Colbyrecentlyembarked on an exciting career move. Wolfe, meanwhile, also announced anew History Channel show,his first filmand theclosure of a businessin Nashville. Season 27 ofAmerican Pickerspremieres on Wednesday, July 2 at 9 p.m. ET on the History Channel. Next:American Pickers' Danielle Colby Makes Bold Declaration About Mike Wolfe Relationship 'American Pickers' Mike Wolfe Welcomes 'Beautiful' New Addition to His Familyfirst appeared on Parade on Jul 1, 2025 This story was originally reported byParadeon Jul 1, 2025, where it first appeared.

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'American Pickers' Mike Wolfe Welcomes 'Beautiful' New Addition to His Family

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