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Taylor Swift wedding rumours: Are the upcoming nuptials this week?

Megastar Taylor Swift is reportedly set to tie the knot with Travis Kelce at the end of this week... Or is she? Here’s everything you need to know about the rumours surrounding the nupitals.

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'Michael' breaks record to become highest-grossing biopic of all time

This year's Michael Jackson biopic also became top-grossing music biopic after surpassing 2018’s 'Bohemian Rhapsody' earlier this month.

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Dua Lipa opens library for banned and censored books in Portugal

The Manifesto Library is located inside Livraria Lello in Porto, and is dedicated to books “that challenge power, censorship, exclusion, and dominant narratives.”

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Mel Brooks at 100: ‘Blazing Saddles’ named funniest film of all time

Mel Brooks, who turned 100 on Sunday 28 June, has been honoured by the American Film Institute, which named his 1974 Western satire the "funniest film of all time" - knocking 'Some Like It Hot' off the top spot.

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Do FIFA’s ‘hydration breaks’ threaten the culture of football?

Every World Cup game has been interrupted due to new scheduled "hydration breaks", a move from FIFA which has been met with a chorus of boos. What’s behind the interruptions, and why are they so controversial?

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Peppa Pig controversy as Hasbro introduce AI clause for child actors

US entertainment giant Hasbro is reportedly asking child actors on the popular series Peppa Pig to sign over their voices to artificial intelligence under new contract terms. An open letter signed by 1,000 industry professionals condemns the AI contract clause and warns of matters of consent.

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Harvey Weinstein will not face fourth New York rape trial

Weinstein still stands convicted of another sexual felony in New York and others in California. He remains behind bars at New York's maximum-security prison, Rikers Island.

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Film of the Week: 'Supergirl' - Save the puppy, save the world

After a strong start to the rebooted DC Universe last year with 'Superman' comes a new space adventure which follows the Man of Steel's chaotic cousin... And her super-powered pup.

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License to screen test: Casting for new James Bond enters final stage

Production on Bond 26 is set to begin next year. The expectation is that the official announcement for the next 007 actor will happen by the end of 2026.

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DJ named alleged 'mastermind' of international drug trafficking ring

Popular Ibiza DJ Hugo Bianco has been named in a major Spain-US drug trafficking case. He is the alleged “mastermind” of an international drug trafficking network, and faces a nine-and-a-half prison sentence.

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Global Beatles Day: Who was the walrus?

On the inaugural Global Beatles Day, we unpack one of the most enduring mysteries surrounding the legendary band...

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Trump vs algae: Reactions as fencing goes up around Reflecting Pool

The Trump administration has been losing a war with algae in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Critics think it’s the perfect metaphor for Trump’s tenure as president, and the latest move to cover up the embarrassment has sent the internet into meltdown.

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Parisian 'Ciné-clim' initiative: Fighting the heatwave through culture

In order to combat the days’ highest temperature peaks, one cultural initiative in Paris has everyone asking: “Why isn’t this nation-wide?”

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Thailand’s ‘Michael Jackson’ jailed over fatal drunk-driving crash

A criminal court in Bangkok has sentenced Manasawin Nantasen, known as Tik Shiro, to two years in prison for "drunk driving resulting in loss of life".

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Will the Blair Witch curse be broken in 2027?

The reimagining of the horror feature that became a worldwide sensation in 1999 is set to be released next year. Can it succeed where previous sequels failed?

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Romeo Beckham to make acting debut in queer tennis film ‘Forty Love’

After pursuing careers in football, tennis and modelling, 23-year-old Romeo Beckham is making his acting debut in a new French film, set to be released later this year.

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Edinburgh International Festival to be a ‘phone-free’ environment

An increasing amount of touring artists are demanding their concerts be phone-free. Now, Edingburgh's annual celebration of the performing arts is also asking audience members to put their phones away during the performances.

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UK political turmoil: Who is the mysterious ‘Hot Podium Guy’?

UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation only meant one thing for some – the mysterious “Hot Podium Guy” was back...

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Venice Film Festival unveils 2026 jury

There are a lot of familiar Venice Film Festival faces on this year's jury roster. It may not be the starriest line-up, but it's certainly an eclectic group...

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SZA hits out at 'disgusting' AI music

"If you’re a musician and you support this degenerate shit? You’re disgusting.” The award-winning R&B singer has hit out at AI and Suno, which has maintained that its models don’t store or reproduce specific songs.

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