South African media personality Kefilwe Mabote has opened up about her decision to burn her expensive designer clothes after dedicating her life to Christ. The move sparked widespread debate after she shared a video of the act on social media, with many questioning why she destroyed the clothes instead of donating them to those in need.

In a heartfelt Instagram post, Mabote explained that her decision was rooted in her faith. She cited biblical teachings, emphasizing that such items are considered “accursed” and should not be passed on to others.

"I’ve been getting questions about why I chose to burn Versace items instead of giving them away, and I want to take a moment to explain with care and understanding,” she wrote. “The decision to burn the items came from a place of conviction. According to the Bible, such things are considered ‘accursed’ (see Joshua 7:13 for context). For example, the image of Medusa represents a Greek god from the marine kingdom, and as believers, we cannot serve two masters.”

Mabote expressed that giving the clothes away would go against her conscience, as she believes they carry significant spiritual implications. “I can’t, in good conscience, transfer things that I know carry deep spiritual implications,” she added.

Her bold action has drawn both criticism and praise, with some applauding her unwavering commitment to her faith and others questioning the practicality of her choice.

American singer Chris Brown has filed a $500 million lawsuit against Warner Bros. Discovery, accusing the company of defamation and emotional distress over a 2024 docuseries that portrays him as a serial abuser.

The series revisits Brown's 2009 assault on Rihanna and other allegations of violence against women. Brown’s legal team contends that the documentary misrepresents events, includes fabricated details, and was deliberately sensationalized for profit, all while ignoring legal outcomes and critical context.

The lawsuit alleges Warner Bros. failed to conduct thorough fact-checking and refused to provide Brown an opportunity to share his side of the story. “This case is about the media prioritizing profits over the truth,” the complaint states. “They knowingly relied on discredited sources to perpetuate false narratives, portraying Mr. Brown as a serial rapist and abuser, despite his lack of any convictions for sex-related crimes.”

Brown’s lawyers argue that the documentary has caused significant harm to his career, reputation, and personal relationships. They claim Warner Bros.' actions amount to defamation, negligence, and intentional infliction of emotional distress, with the singer seeking $500 million in damages for lost opportunities, reputational damage, and emotional suffering.

Warner Bros. has yet to respond to the lawsuit. However, the docuseries has faced backlash from fans and observers, some of whom have accused it of exploiting Brown’s past controversies. Brown’s legal team has vowed to hold the network accountable, labeling the series a "calculated and malicious attack" on his character.