GloRilla and Brandon Ingram hard-launch relationship with a kiss, Ayra Starr reveals she’s working on a book, FIFA launches the second phase of ticket sales for the 2026 World Cup. Stay in the know with our Rave News Digest, which summarizes five of the hottest global news stories you need to catch up on, saving you time and energy. Consider it your daily news fix.
Here is a rundown of five of the hottest news topics…
1. GloRilla and Brandon Ingram Hard-Launch their Relationship with a Kiss
glorilla & brandon ingram from after the raptors’ game vs the mavericks 😭❤️ pic.twitter.com/2ZusbHdDSw
— sb ✨ TYPA BY GLORILLA OUT NOW (@shineelikemine) October 27, 2025
Klay Thompson and Megan Thee Stallion might have some competition for the NBA-and-rapper power couple spotlight. Rapper GloRilla and Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram appear to be the newest duo heating both the hardwood and the headlines. During the Raptors’ matchup against the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday, GloRilla took her courtside seat, alongside stylist EJ King, and made sure everyone knew who she was rooting for. Cameras caught her loudly cheering for Ingram throughout the night, but it was the post-game moment that really got fans talking: Brandon Ingram walked over to the front row, shared a playful handshake with GloRilla, and sealed it with a kiss that instantly went viral.
The affectionate exchange served as a hard launch for the pair’s budding romance, confirming months of speculation following their flirty summer sightings in Cabo. Social media erupted with support, calling the moment “sweet” and praising Ingram for “earning that kiss.” While Ingram’s performance gave Raptors fans something to celebrate on the court, it’s the PDA that’s dominating timelines and headlines alike. With this courtside smooch, GloRilla has officially entered her NBA-WAG era, and fans are here for every second of it.
2. Ayra Starr Reveals She’s Working on a Book
Working on my First Book 🥹🙏🏾
— Celestial being (@ayrastarr) October 27, 2025
Grammy-nominated Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr is stepping into new creative territory with the announcement of her first-ever book. The 23-year-old artist revealed the news on Monday, October 27, via X (formerly Twitter), keeping her message simple but powerful: “Working on my first book.” The post immediately set social media abuzz, with fans worldwide expressing excitement and curiosity about what the project could entail. While Ayra has yet to share details such as the book’s title, theme, or release date, the move marks a bold new chapter for the “Sabi Girl,” whose artistry has always centered around emotional honesty and self-expression.
Known for transforming her personal experiences into chart-topping music, Ayra Starr has built a devoted following through songs that explore themes of confidence, womanhood, and identity. Her transition into writing feels like a natural evolution of that storytelling prowess. Fans are already speculating that the upcoming book could take the form of a memoir, poetry collection, or series of reflections drawn from her life and creative journey. The announcement follows a string of major milestones for Ayra, including her record-breaking sophomore album, The Year I Turned 21, which became the first album by a Nigerian female artist to surpass one billion Spotify streams, and her forthcoming acting debut in the highly anticipated adaptation of Children of Blood and Bone. With her pen now joining her microphone, Ayra Starr continues to solidify her place as one of Africa’s most versatile and influential young stars.
3. Amazon Cuts 14,000 Corporate Jobs as Spending on Artificial Intelligence Accelerates
US online retail giant Amazon said on Tuesday that it is eliminating 14,000 jobs to streamline its operations as it invests in artificial intelligence, without saying where the cuts will come ➡️ pic.twitter.com/j8tdj5Kwj4
— AFP News Agency (@AFP) October 28, 2025
Amazon announced Tuesday that it will eliminate about 14,000 corporate jobs as part of a sweeping cost-cutting effort aimed at redirecting resources toward artificial intelligence and cloud computing. The move affects roughly 4% of the company’s corporate workforce, which totals about 350,000 employees. Impacted staff will begin receiving notifications on Tuesday, according to a letter from Beth Galetti, Amazon’s Senior Vice President of People Experience and Technology. Affected employees will have 90 days to apply for internal roles, and those unable or unwilling to transition will receive severance, health benefits, and job placement support.
The layoffs come as Amazon continues a major push into AI infrastructure and services, with CEO Andy Jassy highlighting plans to build “thousands more” AI applications across the company. In 2025 alone, Amazon has committed roughly $40 billion to data center projects in Mississippi, Indiana, Ohio, and North Carolina, including a $10 billion AI campus in North Carolina. While Amazon’s cloud unit, AWS, reported a 17.5% revenue increase last quarter, analysts say the company is tightening operations to balance heavy AI spending with profitability goals. The cuts mark Amazon’s largest workforce reduction since 2023, when 27,000 jobs were eliminated. Experts describe the move as a “deep cleaning” of Amazon’s corporate structure. This signals a broader shift from human capital toward technological infrastructure as the company positions itself for an AI-driven future.
4. Chris Evans and Wife Alba Baptista Welcome First Baby Together
Chris Evans and Alba Baptista have welcomed their first child.
— Pop Base (@PopBase) October 28, 2025
Chris Evans is officially stepping into his most heartwarming role yet—dad! The Avengers star, 44, and his wife, Alba Baptista, 28, have welcomed their first child, a baby born on Friday, October 24, in Massachusetts, reports confirm. This marks the couple’s first child together.
Evans and Baptista, who were first linked in early 2022, have kept much of their relationship out of the spotlight. The pair married in September 2023 during an intimate ceremony at a private estate in Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Evans has long spoken about his desire to settle down and start a family, once telling a magazine, “That’s absolutely something I want: wife, kids, building a family.” A source close to the couple previously shared that the actor “knew she was the one” soon after meeting Baptista in Europe. Now, with their newest addition, Evans’ dream of becoming a dad has officially come true, and fans are celebrating the actor’s latest (and most adorable) real-life role.
5. FIFA Launches Second Phase of Ticket Sales for 2026 World Cup
The second phase of ticket sales for FIFA World Cup 26™, which will see one million tickets being made available, is now open and will run until 31 October 11:00 ET/16:00 CET.
Over one million tickets have already been sold following the closure of the Visa Presale Draw sales… pic.twitter.com/15cduj880G
— FIFA Media (@fifamedia) October 27, 2025
FIFA has launched the second phase of ticket sales for the 2026 World Cup, offering one million tickets through a randomized draw that runs through Friday. This phase introduces a key feature: a domestic exclusivity period for fans in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the three host nations. Residents who enter the draw before the Friday deadline will have priority access to single-match tickets for games held in their respective countries. The exclusivity period lasts until 11 a.m. ET on Friday, ensuring that local supporters get the first chance to secure seats on home soil. Successful applicants will be notified at least 48 hours before their assigned purchase window opens.
Globally, fans can still participate in the draw, with purchase windows for successful entrants running from November 12–15, and notifications sent in advance. FIFA says this phase follows massive demand during the initial presale, where more than one million tickets were sold. Fans from the U.S., Canada, and Mexico leading purchases. Other top markets included England, Germany, Brazil, Spain, Colombia, Argentina, and France. “This second phase, with its host country domestic exclusivity time slot, will allow us to say ‘thank you’ to these local fans while ensuring global opportunity as well,” said Heimo Schirgi, FIFA’s chief operating officer. Once the domestic window closes, ticket access will expand globally on November 17, with more tickets to be released in upcoming phases as FIFA continues its gradual rollout ahead of the largest World Cup in history.
Featured image: @glorillapimp/Instagram | IMDb
Our Weekday News Digest brings you a curated selection of the most compelling stories from around the globe. This week, we delve into the latest celebrity headlines, from Hollywood to Nollywood, explore trending global news, and highlight the most exciting sports developments of 2025.
For the latest in fashion, lifestyle, and culture, follow us on Instagram @StyleRave_
— Read also