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Nigerian singer Simi has left a profound mark on music with her unique style and soulful voice. The singer has amassed over 1 billion streams of her music across streaming platforms with her signature blend of afro-pop, R&B, and highlife, coupled with poignant lyrics that resonates deeply with fans. With her talent, she has become a backbone for the burgeoning female segment of Nigeria's rapidly expanding music industry.

A man lit himself on fire outside the New York courthouse where Donald Trump's hush money criminal trial is underway, two law enforcement sources confirmed to CNN. CNN's Laura Coates describes the scene.

Taco Bell manager Becky Arbaugh came to the rescue after Natasha Long's baby stopped breathing in the parking lot. CNN affiliate WPVI reports.

Former US State Department official Ray Takeyh tells Bianna Golodryga "it's hard to see" how the Iran strike "reconstituted Israeli deterrence posture."