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Entertainment Avenue: R.J Decker Brings Grounded. Classic Best Written TV Back  Promotional Poster featuring Scott Speedman as title character. ABC Network  Score: 9.5/10  With only 9 episodes which somehow feel like a full season due to decent runtime that stretches without feeling like it's trying to keep up with barely anything to give. R.J Decker has some really great plot developments and strays from the typical - smart guy turns into consultant territory, no it's not a male version of hit ABC show High Potential but this one has its own energy which gives you a really captivating watch.  We start off the 1st Season with R.J outside the courthouse and meets Emi who seems genuinely concerned and there's instant chemistry though she does feel like a trap, he gives in only for a big swerve that lands him in prison and this plays into an even bigger story than initially expected. With Emi, she is loveable but after screwing the title character she gets w...

Pop Essentials: Sugababes - Surprise, Happy After The Breakup! Taken from their 5th album Change which was soulful, pop and heartfelt with deep cuts like Never Gonna Dance Again. The title track, Back When & Denial it was a treat and a beat of hits unforgettable. Surprise is produced by Dr. Luke.  A pop track about an ex expecting you to be down and out, struggling after a breakup but instead you're glowing and having a blast.  It is fun, glittering,galore and Sunnyside up Amelle gets cheeky " it's you that's crying tears and I like the way it feels " while Keisha leads the chorus followed by Heidi's harmonies. At first listen you'd think it's just another cheer up ballad but it's so good with its dorky, charm and glitzy arrangement. The chorus is almost big but stays tight and takes off into a harmonious occasion where they're just beaming after the breakup! " it's good since you told me goodbye " It's sweet l...

Entertainment Avenue: Yoh Bestie Review - Long Overdue Romance! This is the incase you missed it edition, the late review! So if you haven't watched it, there are great reasons to and also SPOILERS so beware... Official Promotional Poster.  While we've seen many romcoms with this kind of storyline. We can't ignore how there are many ways to make coffee. It may seem cliche/ overly done but how many love songs are there? This movie is said to be unoriginal by many but the recipe or steps to falling in love are one we are all familiar with.  After a successful 1st Season of Yoh! Christmas where Thando was completely oblivious to her connection with longtime best friend Charles, she went on a journey to find the one and let's say her she was only setting herself up for breakup. Because no matter who she chose, it was doomed to fail, her choices were at times desperate to find love or had the wrong motivations. Her stir fry was definitely a salad drizzled in oil,...

Avenue Music: You're Still Everything is a Piercing Poignant Moment of Bitter meets Bliss.. Official Artwork. Epic Records/ Sing It Loud This week on Mzansi Avenue we have American Singer-songwriter Madison Beer who is one of the best artists on the scene right now, she's truly evolving and keeping her sound interesting, if you go through her discography there's variety and value of play. Madison Beer has proven herself with records like Dangerous which showcase a rich artistry and range.  You're Still Everything is taken from her 3rd studio album Locket which was released back in January. The song is like her walking into reality and receiving the biggest blow of clarity, she has an awareness as she sings "I only exist in the moments you're talking to me" noting how she wants more than just a hello. And in therapy you'd be advised to move on but she's wishing and hoping things would be different. The ambient tones, melancholic and brutal take. ...

Entertainment Avenue: Relationship Goals (The In case You Missed It, Review!) PhotoCred: Relationship Goals, Promotional Poster. Prime Video. Starring: Kelly Rowland. Cliff “Method Man” Smith. Robin Thede. Annie Gonzalez. Dennis Haysbert. Matt Walsh. Melanie Leishman. DeVaughn Nixon. Ryan Jamaal Swain. Directed by: Linda Mendoza . Produced by: DeVon Franklin . Released: February 4th 2026 . This movie is based on the New York Best Seller of the same name by Pastor Mike Todd . I was sceptical at first but I really enjoyed it. The characters were a great pairing from friendships to working relationships and romantic interests there was a satisfying watch from each and every scene, kudos to the casting director.  Leah is an independent and ambitious young woman who is part of the production team awaiting a promotion as showrunner with her boss retiring, all seems set for her to win. Only to discover that she has to compete for the position against her ex boyfriend Jarret Ro...

Pop Essentials: Bloom by Aqyila - A Sweet Sounding Bouquet! Official Artwork. The radiant song that has beautiful versions that truly give us the good ol' days art of remixing, not just adding featured artist with barely any new details. Aqyila has been treating us to this ever so fluent and luxurious record, the latest version (released: May 10th 2024, receiving widespread acclaim) has been on nonstop play from fans and draws attention because it's truly alluring, giving you a taste of classical bliss as she elegantly glides with soft and sincerely in love vocals sure to brighten up your heart. Already listed as a lover's anthem and wedding day playlist especially for the grand dance, we can't help but have a winner! This record better make it to year end lists and nominations because forget the sped up or slowed down version which is just lazy, as a true artist she has shown us that she's able to experiment and spice up her music which keeps it excitin...

Entertainment Avenue: Kea Moroka On Generations: The Legacy - Steamy Love Affair gets  Frozen, Let it Go? No, Do Revenge! PhotoCred: Morula Pictures/ Kgomotso Christopher as Kea Moroka . SABC 1 's longest running soapie which is a ratings winner and hailed for its writing has recently turned up the heat as Moroka clan leader is heartbroken and instead of fixing the repairs she wants to get even with a dirty espresso shot; the kind that leaves you reeling right after breakfast. After failing to capture the man she has been secretly rendezvouing with and getting caught in the act to public humiliation and being ditched for the wife of course because the sides are for fun never the mainstay, she snapped and decided to use her power to try and publish a scathing article one Tau Mogale ( Rapulana Seiphemo ) & Khumo Moroka ( Aubrey Poo ) dismissed while trying to make her see reason but she's too far gone to think straight, she loves the guy so the wounds are fresh ...

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Entertainment Avenue: A Melbourne Match - Georgie's Traveling to Zach's Heart! Official Poster featuring Mallory Jansen & Ryan Korr. Starring Mallory Jansen & Ryan Korr , Directed by Colin Budds.  I must say 5 minutes in I knew I'm going to love this movie, Mallory as Georgie was glowing and geared up for this role, her scenes were just impeccable, having chemistry with her costars especially Ryan Korr and they blew me away from their first interaction. Zach is a heartthrob, nothing about him screams heartbreak or player well unless we're talking about his career in football. I loved how he was written and the actor definitely had me wondering "why am I not that familiar with his filmography because he's amazing"! PhotoCred: Hallmark  Georgie is a travel journalist who is always on the move causing her to be bad at taking care of herself, always seeing the story in the beauty and detail of things. She ends up mi...

 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17TH, 2026. DIVINE CONNECTION DAILY DEVOTIONAL BY OLADELE T•E THEME: WHEN GOD MAKES HIMSELF HAPPEN! TEXT: [NKJV] GENESIS 18:1 "Then the LORD appeared to him by the terebinth trees of Mamre, as he was sitting in the tent door in the heat of the day." There is a profound difference between knowing God lives within you and experiencing a moment where God happens to you. While the Holy Spirit resides in every believer, there are specific Kairos moments which are appointed times of destiny where God manifests His presence through a divine visitation. These encounters are reserved for those in covenant with Him. As a believer, your covenant status is your "all-access pass" to these supernatural interruptions that break the monotony of natural life. When God "happens" to a man, He never leaves the scene as He found it. A divine visitation is always accompanied by a divine wonder. God does not visit merely for conversation; He visits for transfo...

Avenue Lifestyle: First Date Jitters  PhotoCred: Juan Vargas (Pexels Images) We all want to fall in love and it's quite exciting, the goosebumps first conversation which leaves you in a state of bliss, daydreaming and suddenly being nice even to Patty whom you usually despise, that's love for you, brightening you up that you find yourself spreading happiness all around. Whatever happened to misery loves company? This new you has a good motivation to be kind because a huge part of you is now loved, making it easier for you to reciprocate towards those around you. PhotoCred: Unsplash Images - Alexander Mass & Sweet Life. When we go on a first date there's usually a lot on the table, the looks, pockets, professional and personal priorities that give the hints of dots connecting or a clear picture that some things can't be framed and put on the bedside table. Better off apart. Many try to portray themselves as having it all together a...

 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10TH, 2026. DIVINE CONNECTION DAILY DEVOTIONAL BY OLADELE T•E THEME: THE SPIRIT YOU HAVE BEEN GIVEN! TEXT: [NKJV] 2 TIMOTHY 1:7 "For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind." At new birth, every believer receives a Spirit and this Spirit is the Spirit of God. This Spirit received at new birth is not a Spirit of fear but of power, of love and of a sound mind. This Spirit is not a Spirit that will make you remain as you are but a Spirit that will bring about your transformation. The Holy Spirit is a Spirit that gives you the strength to be courageous. Not many people are courageous and not many people are powerful. This life is ruled and governed by courageous people and powerful people. If the righteous are not bold enough to rule, the unrighteous people that are bold will rule and that's exactly what some countries have been going through for years. As a believer, you need to be bold, powerful and have a sound...

 MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH, 2026. DIVINE CONNECTION DAILY DEVOTIONAL BY OLADELE T•E THEME: FROM STRUGGLING MODE TO THRIVING MODE! TEXT: [NKJV] ISAIAH 40:31 "But those who wait on the LORD Shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings like eagles, They shall run and not be weary, They shall walk and not faint." The thriving mode is not just a mode that a person can experience in business, academics or marriage only. The thriving mode is also a mode that can be experienced across all areas of life. God cares about you and He wants you to thrive on all sides. However, you will need to be divinely strengthened to be able to enter the thriving realm. The thriving realm is a realm where you are thriving across all areas of your life and there is a guaranteed strength for consistent thriving. When you get to the thriving realm, there is no room for you to have a better yesterday. There are people whose thriving records were in their past. When you are divinely strengthened, ...

 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5TH, 2026. DIVINE CONNECTION DAILY DEVOTIONAL BY OLADELE T•E THEME: BECAUSE OF THE LORD'S MERCY! TEXT: [AMP] LAMENTATION 3:22 "It is because of the Lord 's mercy and loving-kindness that we are not consumed, because His [tender] compassions fail not." We often trivialize the very blessings that keep us alive, unaware that they are direct expressions of God's mercy. Many things in our lives could have gone wrong and perhaps should have gone wrong based on our mistakes or the enemy's efforts but they didn't. Why? Because nothing preserves a human life like the mercy of God. It is the spiritual force that shields us from the visitation of evil. On countless occasions, there were incidents designed to consume your peace, your health, or your life, but the invisible covering of mercy stood in the gap. According to our focal scripture, the only reason we are not "consumed" or finished off by the devil’s schemes is the relentless nat...

 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3RD, 2026. DIVINE CONNECTION DAILY DEVOTIONAL BY OLADELE T•E THEME: THE BEST WAY TO WIN! TEXT: [NLT] PROVERBS 16:7 When a man's ways are pleasing to the LORD, he makes even his enemies live at peace with him." Life is often described as a series of battles and spiritual warfare. While many rely on their own strength, strategy, or willpower to survive, the believer possesses a unique advantage that the world cannot replicate: the ability to please God. Pleasing God is not just a religious duty; it is a tactical secret to absolute victory. When your lifestyle aligns with God's heart, you meet the divine requirements for overcoming the pressures of life. Victory is not merely a struggle for those who know how to please the Father; it is a spiritual consequence. Our focal scripture introduces a profound strategy for dealing with opposition. The enemy’s primary tools are threats, oppression, and repression. However, these tools lose their power when a believe...

 MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2ND, 2026. DIVINE CONNECTION DAILY DEVOTIONAL BY OLADELE T•E THEME: GOD NEEDS YOUR HEALTH! TEXT: [NKJV] 3 JOHN 2 "Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers." We often approach God solely as a Supplier of our needs, yet we must realize that God has desires that only we can fulfill. He did not create us merely to be recipients of blessings, but to be providers of worship. God is actively seeking "true worshippers" who will honor Him in Spirit and in truth. However, to fulfill this high calling here on earth, you require a functional vessel. While your spirit belongs to God, your body is the legal "earth-suit" that allows you to execute His will. Therefore, prioritizing your health is not just a personal choice; it is a spiritual necessity. Our focal scripture emphasizes a balance: prosperity in your soul must be matched by health in your body. God is concerned with your total well-being....

 SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1ST, 2026. DIVINE CONNECTION DAILY DEVOTIONAL BY OLADELE T•E THEME: YOUR HELP IS WITH THE LORD! TEXT: [NLT] PSALM 121:1-2 "I look up to the mountains--does my help come from there? [2] My help comes from the LORD, who made the heavens and the earth!" It is a proven spiritual truth that no human can help with the depth, consistency, and willingness that God does. While the world looks to "mountains" (symbols of human power, government, or high-ranking connections), the believer must look higher. God is the only true Source of help. When you settle it in your heart that He is your primary Provider, you unlock a life where expectations are never cut off. Where divine help is present, every need finds a supply. Receiving help begins with a shift in perspective. If you rely solely on your connections, you limit yourself to human capacity. However, when you recognize that your help comes from the Maker of Heaven and Earth, you access limitless resources....

Actress Of The Week: Kaitlin Olson as Morgan Gillory on ABC's High Potential  Kaitlin Olson as Morgan Gillory ( Season 2. Episode 9 ) ABC Press ABC Press. Kaitlin Olson has been known as a comedy actress for years but this new lead role gives fans a chance to see her acting chops, she's one of the best. Her emotional depth and drive in a scene are a brilliance of beauty. Plus the natural charm and style of character presentation gives her that edge to Standout and not drown in the script or around her costars, she holds her own and shines like a star.  Daniel Sunjata . Keith Carradine & Kaitlin Olson as Detective Karadec . Douglas Newmeyer & Morgan Gillory. ABC Press  In the latest episode (9) she has a scene with Douglas Newmeyer in which he (Keith Carradine) brutally bites into Morgan trying to kill her confidence and project. She takes the burn so well, it was visually striking and pleasing. She gave in yet bounced back i...

Entertainment Avenue: Derek Baldwin on Beyond The Gates - A Keeper!  Photo of Ben Gavin . (Credit: Sean Patrick) The world of TV reflects real life, in certain seasons of our lives people can go from regular to recurring then to guest appearances. It's all in the setting of the story, the relevance and role they have to play. It's understandable unless you're a huge fan of the character, as most have started petitions/campaigns for their fave cancelled shows to be brought back like Brooklyn Nine-9 & Lucifer or a back from the dead? Agent Phil Coulson on Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D , Bobby Ewing on Dallas. Ben Gavin was a regular on the acclaimed first season of historic CBS Soap Opera Beyond The Gates by Michele Val Jean . Set in Fairmont Crest focusing on an affluent black family decorated in Medical. Political. Entertainment spaces with some locked up scandals that could potentially ruin more than just a reputation. They definitely are respected, envied a...

Avenue Music: Best Moment in Music - Fifth Harmony's Reunion  Ally Brooke . Normani . Dinah Jane & Lauren Jauregui . We love a good girl group. Fifth Harmony was formed on the X- Factor USA and went on to be signed to Simon Cowell 's Syco records where they released 3 studio albums before an expected hiatus after the departure of prominent member Camila Cabello . Which saw a shift of creative direction as the girls shared how they always wanted to write and have a say on their records. Their third album had some standouts moments in songs such as Messy (raw, real, resonance). He Like That (fun. Flirtatious and guitar sensual). Make You Mad (daring, unapologetic, romantic and cheeky). The group currently comprises of Normani Hamilton Kordei. Lauren Jauregui. Ally Brooke and Dinah Jane who've released solo projects throughout the years and early 2025 there were rumours of a comeback with speculation that former member Camila Cabello would rejoin but the...