Lucien Laviscount Eyed As The Next James Bond

Lucien Laviscount eyed as the next James Bond, Teni The Entertainer hints at reason for weight loss, Haller back in training. Stay in the know with our Rave News Digest which summarizes five of the hottest global news you need to catch up on, saving you time and energy. Consider it your daily news fix. 

1. Lucien Laviscount eyed as the next James Bond

Alfie from ‘Emily in Paris’ is apparently in serious contention to play the next iteration of James Bond. https://t.co/pv9Q1MyB41

— TMZ (@TMZ) January 2, 2023

Lucien Laviscount has emerged as a contender to be the next James Bond. The 30-year-old star has caught the attention of 007 chief, Barbara Broccoli, for his performance as heartthrob Alfie in the Netflix series “Emily in Paris.” Lucien would fit the bill as Daniel Craig’s replacement as the iconic spy after Broccoli said that she wanted to cast an actor who could play the role for the next 15 years. It is also thought that Bond bosses are keen for an ethnic-minority actor to play the character to ensure that the franchise reflects modern society.

However, there are fears that Lucien’s appearance on the reality show “Celebrity Big Brother” in 2011 could count against him, as former Bonds have come from highbrow backgrounds. Broccoli, 62, previously revealed that she and co-producer Michael G. Wilson are planning a different trajectory for the Bond franchise following Craig’s exit.

2. Teni hints at reason for her weight loss

Impossible is nothing!!! Happy new year 23 🚀🚀🚀 pic.twitter.com/TXWqVOKvMV

— OBA ORIN (@TeniEntertainer) December 31, 2022

Singer Teni “The Entertainer” Apata, has explained that she feared for her health, which led to her weight loss journey. Teni headlined the news after revealing she lost 75 pounds (34 kg) of body weight without surgery. She posted a video on Twitter flaunting her transformation and mouthing musical lyrics that possibly explained why she had to shed weight. “I realized you only have one life. Me, I don’t want to die,” she said. In order to encourage people who might want to go on the same journey, she said looking at her should be enough. “If you need inspiration, you’re looking right here…look at me,” the singer said.

Teni revealed on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, that she shed 75 pounds naturally without the use of surgery. This revelation came with a lot of backlash and praise.

3. South Africa: SA health department cautious on travel requirements from China amid Covid-19 spikes

South Africa will adopt a wait and see approach before imposing Covid travel restrictions on passengers arriving from China. https://t.co/4QaBRt0cME

— Times LIVE (@TimesLIVE) January 2, 2023

South Africa will adopt a wait-and-see approach before imposing COVID-19 travel restrictions on passengers arriving from China. This comes amid a spike in COVID-19 infections and reports of mortuaries overflowing in the Asian country after it dropped stringent “zero-COVID-19” measures on December 7 to adopt a strategy of living with the virus. The spike has triggered a host of nations, including Canada, Australia, the US, the UK, France, Italy, Spain, and Japan, to reinstate COVID-19 travel requirements for a negative COVID-19 test or testing upon arrival for those who have visited China.

SA Health Department spokesperson Foster Mohale said: “There is no immediate plan to impose travel restrictions or special requirements on travelers from China and other parts of the world. However, we are monitoring the surge of cases in China.” The National Institute for Communicable Diseases reported 117 new COVID-19 infections on January 1, with 47 cases in KwaZulu-Natal, 28 in Gauteng, and 23 in the Western Cape.

4. Anita Pointer, lead singer of The Pointer Sisters, dead at 74

Anita Pointer, Grammy-Winning Artist and Founding Member of R&B Group Pointer Sisters, Dies at 74 https://t.co/olqHAWTW9f

— The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) January 1, 2023

Grammy-winning singer Anita Pointer of The Pointer Sisters died on Saturday from cancer at the age of 74, according to her publicist, Roger Neal. “While we are deeply saddened by the loss of Anita, we are comforted in knowing she is now with her daughter Jada and her sisters June & Bonnie and at peace. She was the one that kept all of us close and together for so long,” her sister Ruth, brothers Aaron and Fritz, and granddaughter Roxie McKain Pointer said in the statement posted on the group’s official site.

The Pointer Sisters had their first major hit with “Yes We Can Can,” which was included in their self-titled debut album released in 1973. Over time, the song climbed all the way up to position No. 11 on the Billboard charts.

Our condolences go out to the family and friends of the late Anita Pointer.

5. Haller returns to Borussia Dortmund training after testicular cancer absence

Bonne année à tous ! Et elle commence très bien pour moi car elle est synonyme de retour sur les terrains ! 2022 n’a pas été l’année la plus simple mais elle m’a préparée pour relever tous les nouveaux challenges que vont m’offrir 2023 💪🔥 Hâte de tous vous revoir 🟡⚫️ pic.twitter.com/EwG4vBSmwf

— Sébastien Haller (@HallerSeb) January 2, 2023

Sebastien Haller returned to Borussia Dortmund training on Monday for the first time since an operation on a testicular tumor. The Ivory Coast international was initially diagnosed in July and had to undergo a second operation in November. He has now returned to training with the German side, suggesting he could be available for selection before long.

Haller has not yet played in a competitive match for Dortmund since making the move to the Bundesliga team from Ajax last summer. He is scheduled to travel to Marbella with the rest of the team on Friday for a training camp. If the 28-year-old is fit, he could be included when Dortmund returns to league action. “Hello guys, I’m finally back,” Haller said in a video posted on Twitter. “It was not that easy but with your support it was better and easier to do. I’m just looking forward to seeing you in the stadium for some victories.”

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