David Mouriquand
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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.
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?
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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...
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.
Culture news
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.
Culture news
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."
Culture news
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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