David Mouriquand
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More French women say sex is less important, according to new study
According to a new study by the French Institute of Public Opinion, Gen Z women generally place less importance on sex and are more open about masturbating. As for being in a relationship without having sex? More than half of young women don’t rule it out as an option.
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Artists pull out of Trump-backed concert for America’s 250th birthday
While a cage fighting ring is being built on the White House lawn, a new event celebrating the 250 years of the USA is set to take place at the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The line-up has been called “a parody”, and some acts have already pulled out.
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Pop-culture myth: 'Friends' lied to you about jellyfish stings
Rising temperatures often mean that there are more jellyfish in our oceans. If you’re heading to the beach soon and you get stung, don’t urinate on yourself (or have one of your friends do it for you), whatever you do. Because the beloved TV show Friends lied to you about jellyfish stings...
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K-pop makes history by dominating 2026 American Music Awards
Taylor Swift went into this year’s American Music Awards as the leading contender, with eight nominations. But it wasn't to be. She left empty-handed, as K-pop dominated the ceremony and further cemented its worldwide domination. Here’s everything you need to know about this year’s AMAs.
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So long, ‘Saxophone Colossus’: Jazz legend Sonny Rollins dies aged 95
A true legend of the jazz world, Sonny Rollins recorded classics including 'Saxophone Colossus' and 'The Bridge'. Presenting him with the National Medal of Arts in 2010, Barack Obama said Rollins had inspired him “to take risks that I might not otherwise have taken”.
Cinema
'Backrooms': Everything you need to know about liminal horror
Ever been in an empty corridor which seems to stretch on forever, or found yourself in a deserted room that feels "off"?
An upcoming film taps into "liminality", an important concept in architecture, psychology and anthropology.
Here's everything you need to know about 'Backrooms'.
Food and Drink
Scotland urges US to ‘make haggis legal again’ ahead of World Cup
Scotland's national dish has been illegal in the US since the 70s. Now, the tartan rebellion has begun, with one of Scotland's leading butchers leading the charge. After all, how can Scotland be expected to compete (and win) if haggis isn't on the menu?
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Paul McCartney sends off Stephen Colbert as Trump calls host 'jerk'
A bittersweet but fitting farewell for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, as the celebrated talk show host signed off the final episode with special guests, including Sir Paul McCartney. The programme's historic 33-year run has come to an end, with Donald Trump gloating...
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Ivor Novello Awards: Rosalía, Lily Allen and CMAT win big
UK awards The Ivor Novellos specifically recognise the importance of songwriting. Rosalía, Lily Allen and Sam Fender were this year's big winners, as well as rising star Jacob Alon, who won two awards. Here's everything you need to know about last night's ceremony.
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Bruce Springsteen slams Trump on Stephen Colbert’s penultimate show
On the eve of Stephen Colbert’s final The Late Show, Bruce Springsteen performed his anti-ICE protest song ‘Streets of Minneapolis’. The Boss used the opportunity to thank Colbert, and hit out at Donald Trump - as well as Paramount head David Ellison.
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