Singer D4vd reportedly identified as suspect in murder of teen found in Tesla, Ruger shuts down rumoured rift with Davido, UEFA gives Barcelona green light for Camp Nou return. 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.
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1. Singer D4vd reportedly identified as suspect in murder of teen found in Tesla
#EXCLUSIVE 🚨 D4vd is viewed as a suspect by investigators in the death of Celeste Rivas.
Details: pic.twitter.com/lJKrz4gAyB
— TMZ (@TMZ) November 18, 2025
Singer D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, has reportedly been identified by Los Angeles police as a suspect in the murder of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas, whose decomposed body was discovered in the front trunk of his Tesla in September. The car, which had been parked for weeks in a Hollywood Hills neighborhood before being ticketed and impounded, drew attention after tow yard workers noticed a strong odor coming from the vehicle. Police believe Rivas likely died months earlier in the spring and suspect D4vd may have been involved in the murder, dismembering, and disposing of her body. Investigators say the singer has not been cooperative as the case, now being treated as a homicide, continues to unfold.
Rivas was first reported missing in April 2024 from Lake Elsinore, about 60 miles from Los Angeles. Her family told investigators she knew the singer and was reportedly on her way to see a movie with him before she disappeared. Although she briefly called home in May, she had not been heard from since. Authorities noted that images of the teen with D4vd had circulated online, and the singer had been staying at a Hollywood Hills property until police searched the residence. D4vd, known for hits such as “Romantic Homicide” and “Here With Me,” was on tour when Rivas’s remains were found, but later canceled his appearances as the investigation deepened.
2. Ruger shuts down rumoured rift with Davido
“I love Davido and I know he loves me too”
– Ruger responds to rumours of a feud with Davido pic.twitter.com/uTXcWrQYc0
— Afrobeats Head Loves Vuga Kvngz (@AfrobeatsHead) November 18, 2025
Afrobeats singer Ruger has shut down speculation of a rift with superstar Davido, firmly denying any bad blood between them. The artist addressed the rumors on X on Tuesday, after a fan account suggested his career depended on publicly apologizing to Davido. Ruger fired back, questioning why an apology would even be necessary and making it clear that the narrative of a feud was baseless. He emphasized his respect for Davido, noting that members of Davido’s team still support his work online.
Ruger’s comments appear aimed at distancing himself from the rivalry-driven narratives often fuelled by fan groups, particularly those surrounding the so-called “Big Three”—Davido, Wizkid, and Burna Boy. Though Ruger has been loosely linked with Wizkid FC by online communities, he stressed that any supposed tension with Davido exists only on social media. While Davido has not publicly responded, Ruger’s statements reflect a broader push among Afrobeats artists to counter fan-manufactured conflicts and maintain healthier industry relationships.
3. Meta prevails in historic FTC antitrust case
Meta has beaten the antitrust case brought by the US Federal Trade Commission that threatened to break apart the company, with a judge ruling the social media group does not hold an illegal monopoly. pic.twitter.com/XnSb1QMNqd
— Financial Times (@FT) November 18, 2025
Meta has won a major victory in its yearslong battle with U.S. regulators after a federal judge ruled that the company does not hold a monopoly in social networking, effectively ending the Federal Trade Commission’s historic attempt to force the tech giant to spin off Instagram and WhatsApp. In his decision, U.S. District Judge James Boasberg said the FTC failed to prove that Meta currently maintains monopoly power, noting that the social media landscape has evolved significantly since the agency filed its lawsuit in 2020. The ruling contrasts sharply with recent decisions against Google, which was found to have illegal monopolies in both search and digital advertising.
Throughout the trial, the FTC argued that Meta cemented its dominance through anticompetitive acquisitions and policies designed to neutralize emerging rivals, citing internal emails in which Mark Zuckerberg once wrote, “It is better to buy than compete.” But the judge emphasized that prosecutors needed to demonstrate a current violation, not one tied to decade-old deals that regulators themselves approved at the time. Meta welcomed the ruling, saying it reflects the intense competition it faces today, particularly from platforms like TikTok. Analysts noted that while the decision is a significant boost for Meta, especially amid scrutiny over its AI investments, the company still faces landmark legal challenges next year related to children’s mental health.
4. Tinubu reacts to killings, abductions; postpones foreign trips
JUST IN: Tinubu Postpones South Africa, Angola Trips Over Insecurity
— Daily Trust (@daily_trust) November 19, 2025
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep concern over the recent wave of killings and abductions across the country, saying he is “depressed” by the escalation in violence. His reaction follows a series of tragic incidents, including the kidnapping of 25 schoolgirls during an attack on Government Girls Comprehensive Senior Secondary School in Kebbi State, the killing of three worshippers at a Christ Apostolic Church branch in Kwara, and the death of Brigadier General Musa Uba during an operation in Borno. In a statement issued Tuesday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu directed Vice President Kashim Shettima to visit Kebbi to reassure families of the abducted students and pledged that security agencies would act swiftly to secure their release. He also urged communities to share information with security forces, stressing that cooperation is vital in confronting the worsening insecurity.
In response to the growing tension, the President has postponed his scheduled foreign trips to Johannesburg and Luanda, choosing instead to stay in the country for further security briefings on both the Kebbi school abductions and the Kwara church attack. According to Onanuga, Tinubu ordered the deployment of additional security personnel to Eruku and surrounding areas, while directing the police to hunt down the attackers. The decision to halt his travel plans comes amid mounting calls from Nigerians for the President to prioritize the domestic security crisis. Tinubu is now awaiting reports from Shettima, as well as updates from the police and the DSS, as he reiterates his directive for security agencies to do everything necessary to rescue the abducted schoolgirls and restore calm.
5. UEFA gives Barcelona green light for Camp Nou return
We’ve dreamed about the return. Now, it’s here.
We’re back home. Back at Spotify Camp Nou 🏟️💙❤️ pic.twitter.com/sMTEuPbUvX— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) November 17, 2025
Barcelona have received a significant boost after UEFA approved their return to Camp Nou for Champions League fixtures, bringing an end to more than three years of exile from their iconic home ground. The stadium has been closed since 2023 for major renovations, forcing the club to play at the Olympic Stadium in Montjuic, while construction delays repeatedly pushed back the reopening date. UEFA’s decision, which grants Barcelona special permission to switch venues mid-competition, clears the way for their December 9 clash against Eintracht Frankfurt to be played at Camp Nou. The approval follows a new occupancy licence from local authorities allowing matches with a capped crowd of 45,401, with the first home game back scheduled for this Saturday against Athletic Club.
The return could not come at a more crucial time for the Catalan giants. The move provides a timely political win for club president Joan Laporta ahead of the 2026 presidential elections, and arrives as Barcelona enter a demanding stretch of fixtures domestically and in Europe. UEFA officials will conduct a final on-site inspection during the November 29 game against Alaves, but the club is confident all requirements have been met. The comeback marks 1,140 days since Camp Nou last hosted a Champions League match, and with the team chasing Real Madrid in LaLiga, playing again on familiar ground, even at reduced capacity, is viewed as a major lift as the title race intensifies and renovation work continues toward its 2027 completion.
Featured image: Nick Walker
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