Culture news Oasis fans raise more than €17,000 for family of man who died at show Lee Claydon died on Saturday 2 August after falling from one of the upper stands in Wembley Stadium during an Oasis show. A GoFundMe page has been set up and has so far raised more than £15,000 (€17,000). 06/08/2025
Lifestyle UK watchdog bans Zara ads for 'unhealthily thin' models Two advertisements from fashion giant Zara have been deemed “socially irresponsible” and banned for featuring models that appeared “unhealthily thin”. 06/08/2025
Culture news ‘The Walking Dead’ actress Kelley Mack dies aged 33 Kelley Mack, who appeared in many TV shows including AMC's The Walking Dead, died after battling a type of tumor that affects the brain or spinal cord. She is remembered for her "infectious enthusiasm and dedication to her work" which "inspired countless others in the industry and beyond." 06/08/2025
Lifestyle What’s behind the Kamala Harris-based fear about wireless earphones? In a now-viral clip, Kamala Harris said she only used wired earphones to take calls. Her rationale behind not using wireless tech for conversations is rooted in her experience serving on the Senate Intelligence Committee. Now, social media users are questioning some of their lifestyle choices... 05/08/2025
Culture news Dolly Parton becomes Guinness World Records icon US country star Dolly Parton has been named a Guinness World Records icon for holding 11 record-breaking titles. 05/08/2025
Culture news Judge says Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs must stay in jail until sentencing Since the July verdict, Combs’ lawyers have repeatedly renewed their efforts to get him out on bail until his sentencing, which is set for October. 05/08/2025
Culture news Donald Trump weighs in on Sydney Sweeney-American Eagle controversy The American Eagle ad featuring actress Sydney Sweeney has the tagline "Sydney Sweeney has great jeans" and sparked debate over race and beauty standards. Now, Donald Trump has commented on the controversy by writing that Sweeney has the “HOTTEST AD OUT THERE” - while also bashing Taylor Swift... 05/08/2025
Culture news How are Scarlett Johansson and AC/DC being used to scare off wolves? The Australian rock band and a certain film clip starring American actress Scarlett Johansson have proven to be very effective when it comes to preventing attacks on cattle in the US rural north-west. What's the deal? 04/08/2025
Culture news Is a presidential pardon on the cards for Sean 'Diddy' Combs? Donald Trump has said it would be “difficult” to pardon disgraced rap mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, as the rapper was apparently “very hostile” towards him when he ran for office. 04/08/2025
Culture news Sydney Sweeney polemic fuelled by her Republican voter registration The controversy continues to grow despite American Eagle issuing a response to their polarising ad campaign, as actress Sydney Sweeney's Republican voter registration has been revealed... 04/08/2025
Culture news 'Our gratitude is endless': Dua Lipa granted Kosovan citizenship Dua Lipa is now a citizen of the UK, Albania and Kosovo - with the President of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani saying that the pop star is “one of the most iconic cultural figures in our country’s history.” 04/08/2025
Culture news Man falls to his death at Oasis concert at London's Wembley Stadium The tragedy took place on Saturday night at Wembley Stadium and the fan's death was confirmed on Sunday by the Metropolitan Police. The band have extended their condolences to the family and friends of the person who fell to his death. 04/08/2025
Food and Drink A bitter rivalry? Two pubs claim to be London's oldest riverside pub British pubs are a national institution, drawing locals and tourists alike. But there's trouble brewing: the unofficial title of the oldest riverside pub in London has long been disputed, with two establishments claiming the honour. Which one is right and which will become a bitter disappointment? 02/08/2025
Culture news Is Oasis coming to mainland Europe for their reunion tour? The UK and Ireland shows are currently the Oasis’ only gigs in Europe as part of their massive reunion tour. Could that be about to change? 02/08/2025
Cinema Film of the Week: Luc Besson's ‘Dracula: A Love Tale’ - Fangtastic? Worth sinking your teeth into? Only if you’re in the mood for what could be the accidental high camp masterpiece of 2025... 01/08/2025
Culture news ‘Moronic’: White House responds to backlash over Sydney Sweeney ads White House communications manager Steven Cheung says that the liberal outrage over Sydney Sweeney’s American Eagle jeans commercial is "moronic” and “a big reason why Americans voted the way they did in 2024." 01/08/2025
Cinema By order of 007: Peaky Blinders’ creator to write next James Bond film The next Bond film will be the 26th official entry in the long-running franchise and the first since Daniel Craig’s swansong ‘No Time To Die’. And while fans have expressed fears over new management from Amazon, the latest addition to the current creative roster is looking mighty promising... 01/08/2025
Culture news Who is the British porn actress who brought UK viewers to their knees? A documentary released this week in the UK has caused moral outrage and heated debate. At the centre of it is Bonnie Blue, an adult content creator who was banned by OnlyFans. Is the doc worth watching? 01/08/2025
Culture news Beloved British children's author Allan Ahlberg dies aged 87 The author of classic titles like 'The Jolly Postman', 'Peepo!' and 'Funny Bones' wrote "mini masterpieces" that have endured for decades. 01/08/2025
Culture news WWE wrestler Hulk Hogan's cause of death revealed Florida's governor Ron DeSantis has said flags will be flown at half-staff at all official buildings today, which he declared "Hulk Hogan Day in Florida". 01/08/2025