David Mouriquand
Lifestyle
Scandi ever after: Why are couples flocking to Denmark to get married?
Couples who tired of complex bureaucracy and who don’t live in Denmark are increasingly getting married in the Scandinavian country - prompting some to dub Copenhagen the “Las Vegas of Europe.” Here’s why – and the reason why locals aren’t too thrilled about the situation.
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Explained: What's the ‘Panama Playlists’ leak and what does it expose?
Offshore bank accounts again? No – “onshore vibes” this time.
An anonymous sleuth claims they have been ‘scraping’ Spotify accounts of celebrities, politicians and journalists since the summer of 2024. The results may surprise you.
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Sydney Sweeney jeans ad backlash intensifies with viral takedown
The controversial ad campaign by American Eagle featuring Sydney Sweeney has sparked heated debate over its messaging, which has been compared to Nazi propaganda. Now, singer Doja Cat has mocked Sweeney in a viral video...
Cinema
Why is Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' shoot accused of colonialism?
The Oscar-winning director of 'Oppenheimer' has shot scenes for his upcoming epic 'The Odyssey' in Dakhla, which has been under Moroccan occupation for 50 years. The filmmaker and his team have been accused of "perhaps unknowingly" contributing to Morocco’s “repression of the Sahrawi people."
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Ozzy Osbourne’s funeral cortege to make final trip through Birmingham
Huge crowds are expected to gather in Birmingham, UK, this afternoon as fans will pay their respects to Ozzy Osbourne. His funeral cortege will make its way through the city. "We're going to pay our last respects and homage to one of the greatest living legends of Birmingham,” said the city’s mayor.
Lifestyle
Explained: Why is Sydney Sweeney’s fashion ad being called ‘Nazi’?
American fashion retailer American Eagle and Hollywood actress Sydney Sweeney have been the subject of fierce criticism for a jeans advert which was aimed at raising awareness about domestic abuse. Instead, the campaign has sparked backlash over racial undertones. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Why is Donald Trump demanding that Beyoncé be prosecuted?
Donald Trump's feud with A-list celebrities continues. The US president is alleging that Kamala Harris spent campaign money on celebrity endorsements in 2024 – despite an investigation finding this claim to be false - and is demanding that Queen B be prosecuted. Here's everything you need to know.
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Coldplay kiss cam scandal: How best to handle a PR crisis
No such thing as bad press? Actress Gwyneth Paltrow has become the temporary spokesperson for the tech firm at heart of Coldplay CEO “kiss cam” scandal. The company’s new, tongue-in-cheek promo video has gone viral and is a masterclass in how to handle a PR crisis. Here is who’s behind it.
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