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Stephen King puts Trump vs Musk feud into perspective with savage post

ADVERTISEMENTIt’s the headline-grabbing breakup that continues to see tensions rise between Donald Trump and former ally Elon Musk – with the pair continuing to throw jabs at one another on thier owned channels X and Truth Social.  One bombshell blow included the former head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) claiming that Trump is featured

Jared Leto accused of sexual misconduct by nine women

ADVERTISEMENTOscar-winning American actor and Thirty Seconds From Mars frontman Jared Leto has been accused of sexual misconduct by nine women. In a report published by Air Mail, multiple women accused the 53-year-old star of Fight Club, Requiem For A Dream, Dallas Buyers Club and Suicide Squad of inappropriate behaviour. The allegations date back to the early 2000s

What will Jonathan Anderson bring to Dior as new creative director?

ADVERTISEMENTThe world of football makes regular headlines for huge money-spinning transfers as fans eagerly anticipate what wonders players will bring to their team. This week has seen one of the biggest moves in the fashion business with the iconic French maison Dior now hoping Jonathan Anderson will liberally sprinkle his magic dust about its men's

Why has Auschwitz Museum created a digital replica of the death camp?

ADVERTISEMENTDue to conservation protection, shooting films at the Auschwitz site is not possible. In order to meet the needs of filmmakers, the Auschwitz Museum has made a digital replica, which was created "out of the growing interest of directors in the history of the German camp," explains Bartosz Bartyzel, a spokesman for the museum, in

Landmark French #MeToo trial for gaming giant Ubisoft comes to an end

ADVERTISEMENTThe trial of three former top executives from French video game giant Ubisoft – the maker of games like Assassin’s Creed and Far Cry - took place this week in Bobigny, France.  Serge Hascoët, Thomas François and Guillaume Patrux appeared before the Bobigny criminal court on charges of psychological abuse, sexual harassment and attempted sexual assault. The

A rare Turner masterpiece has been rediscovered after 150 years

ADVERTISEMENTLost for over 150 years, one of JMW Turner’s earliest oil paintings is about to go on display at London’s Sotheby’s before being auctioned. Titled ‘The Rising Squall, Hot Wells, from St Vincent’s Rock, Bristol’, it depicts a dramatic stormy scene engulfing Hot Wells House in Bristol, UK - as seen from the east bank of

Entertainment world reacts to Donald Trump and Elon Musk fallout

ADVERTISEMENTDonald Trump and Elon Musk’s friendship is seemingly coming to an end after the tech billionaire pushed back against the US president's divisive One Big Beautiful Bill Act - which he called a "disgusting abomination".Despite public support for one another, Musk’s role in Trump’s election campaign and his previous (and incredibly controversial) position as head

Film of the Week: ‘From The World Of John Wick: Ballerina’

ADVERTISEMENTAfter four Keanu Reeves-starring John Wick films, now comes the inevitable spin-off to milk the franchise for all it’s worth, following the dire spin-off series titled The Continental. Ballerina – or to give it its full title From The World Of John Wick: Ballerina - stars Ana de Armas and is set between the events John Wick: Chapter 3

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The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week

ADVERTISEMENT Hello, and welcome back for a fresh serving of cultural recommendations that'll (hopefully) have you drooling like a xenomorph. Indeed, Alien: Earth crash lands on small screens this week, taking us back to the origins of face hugger-to-human contact. Meanwhile,Together hits cinemas, utilising the concept of codependency for some sick supernatural body horror nightmares.
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Explained: How a pasta recipe is causing a UK-Italy diplomatic crisis

ADVERTISEMENT Last year, a tea-based fracas between the UK and the US threatened to brew up one hell of a storm. This year, “perfidious Albion” is sizing up against Italy in a near-diplomatic crisis that could escalate... It all started with the wrong cheese and a rogue knob of butter. One of the UK’s most

Emma Thompson shares ‘stalking’ story of Donald Trump asking her out

ADVERTISEMENT British actress and national treasure Emma Thompson was at the 78th edition of the Locarno International Film Festival this weekend to receive the Leopard Club Award prize at the Swiss festival. During her talk on Saturday, the Oscar-winning Sense And Sensibility and Love Actually actress reflected on the time when Donald Trump asked her

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The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week

ADVERTISEMENT Hello, and welcome back for a fresh serving of cultural recommendations that'll (hopefully) have you drooling like a xenomorph. Indeed, Alien: Earth crash lands on small screens this week, taking us back to the origins of face hugger-to-human contact. Meanwhile,Together hits cinemas, utilising the concept of codependency for some sick supernatural body horror nightmares.

Explained: How a pasta recipe is causing a UK-Italy diplomatic crisis

ADVERTISEMENT Last year, a tea-based fracas between the UK and the US threatened to brew up one hell of a storm. This year, “perfidious Albion” is sizing up against Italy in a near-diplomatic crisis that could escalate... It all started with the wrong cheese and a rogue knob of butter. One of the UK’s most
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Beloved and polemic French TV presenter Thierry Ardisson dies aged 76

ADVERTISEMENTThierry Ardisson, a leading French television presenter and producer, has died aged 76.  Ardisson died on Monday 14 July of liver cancer, his family told AFP.  "Thierry left as he lived. As a courageous and free man. With his children and mine, we were united around him. Until his last breath," wrote his wife, TF1

Slovakian music festival featuring Kanye ‘Ye’ West cancelled

ADVERTISEMENTThis year’s edition of the Slovak Rubicon Festival, which was scheduled to feature controversial American rapper Kanye 'Ye' West next week, has been cancelled. Organizers announced the news on Instagram, with the Rubicon Festival Team saying: “This was not an easy decision. Due to media pressure and the withdrawal of several artists and partners, we were

Tom Felton sparks backlash after expressing gratitude to J.K. Rowling

ADVERTISEMENTTom Felton has ignited fierce debate online after voicing support for Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling during an interview with Variety at the 2025 Tony Awards.The 37-year-old actor, best known for his decade-long portrayal of Draco Malfoy in the film franchise and set to reprise the role on Broadway in Harry Potter and the Cursed