Zelenskyy rejects Putin's invite to Moscow and offers to talk in Kyiv
David Mouriquand
Why is Disney suing a Hong Kong jewellery company?
The earliest version of Mickey Mouse may be in the public domain as of last year, but Disney continues its efforts to protect its intellectual property from unauthorized appropriation... Here's everything you need to know about their lawsuit against Red Earth.
Is Donald Trump really behind a sweet change to the Coca-Cola recipe?
US President Donald Trump said that Coca-Cola has agreed to use real cane sugar instead of high-fructose corn syrup in its domestic sodas - all at his suggestion. However, the company have not confirmed the change...
Largest Martian meteorite fetches more than €4.3 million at auction
This was the first time such an historical and rare piece was auctioned off. But as popular as the Mars meterorite was, a young dinosaur skeleton triggered a bidding frenzy...
Wellcome Photography Prize 2025: Domestic abuse, climate and health
Now in its 28th year, the Wellcome Photography Prize honours photography at the intersection of science, health and the human experience. This year’s winners capture powerful stories exploring domestic abuse, climate migration and the hidden dangers of cholesterol.
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Belgian music festival under pressure over Franco-Israeli billing
Belgium’s music festival Les Francofolies de Spa kicks off this week and is under pressure to cancel the performance of Franco-Israeli singer Amir. Three acts have already walked away from their festival slots - with one citing Amir’s presence in events “organised in support of the Israeli army.”
Teddy bear artwork made from fake human skin leads to arrest in US
A teddy bear made of fake human skin sparked panic in California, leading to residents to fear a serial killer was on the loose. In reality, the teddy bear is a 'Silence of the Lambs'–meets-'The Texas Chainsaw Massacre'-style artwork.
Convicted fraudster Billy McFarland (under)sells Fyre Festival on eBay
“Entrepreneur” and Fyre Fest fraudster Billy McFarland has sold the brand IP on eBay for less than $250,000 - while still owing $26 million.
Erotic mosaic stolen by Nazi captain returns to Pompeii
The mosaic - dating between mid- to last century B.C. and the first century - stolen by a Nazi German captain and is considered a work of “extraordinary cultural interest.”
Emmy nominations 2025: Young 'Adolescence' star stands to break record
The Emmy nominations have been announced, and while Apple TV+'s Severance and The Studio lead the pack, our favourite show of the year - the British four-part drama Adolescence on Netflix - stands to break an important record this year. Here's everything you need to know.
The Oasis Effect: Which bands should reunite next?
Call it a comeback. If Oasis can heed their own advice and not look back in anger, then anything’s possible... Here are the musical acts we’d love to see reunited. And the odds we'll see them together again.
Disneyland reveals controversial animatronic figure of Walt Disney
The pioneering animator and entrepreneur has been resurrected as an Audio-Animatronic for Disneyland California's 70th anniversary. The first images and sounds of the robot approximation have been revealed – and not everyone is happy.
Beyoncé’s unreleased music stolen during 'Cowboy Carter' tour
Police have issued an arrest warrant for an unidentified suspect after five thumb drives containing unreleased music were stolen from a rental car.
Take a first look at the new Harry Potter
Production has begun on HBO's TV adaptation of Harry Potter, as the first picture of the lead actor in costume is released.
Rap superstar Kendrick Lamar to get his very own university course
The course, titled "Kendrick Lamar and the Morale of M.A.A.D City", will be available to students at a Philadelphia university this Fall. Do any European universities offer students courses on their favourite musicians?
Hackers blamed for Epstein and antisemitic posts on Elmo's X account
Not even beloved children's characters are safe online, as Sesame Street's very own Elmo had its account hijacked by a hacker "who posted disgusting messages, including antisemitic and racist posts."
Explaining the viral irony of The White House's 'Superman Trump' post
The new Superman movie is out and it is a fantastic blockbuster outing for the start of the new era of DC Studios. And The White House's official X account has joined in on the fun... Except social media users have pointed out a certain irony...
Beloved and polemic French TV presenter Thierry Ardisson dies aged 76
Through an Elysée statement, French President Emmanuel Macron paid tribute to the memory of Thierry Ardisson, calling him the man who “helped write the history of French television.”
Man arrested after Stone of Destiny glass broken at Scottish museum
The glass display protecting the rare artefact was broken and the stone was not damaged in the incident. What is the Stone of Destiny and why is it so important in British history?
Exit light, enter gripe: Metallica forces US government to drop video
The US Department of Defense posted a social media video with one of Metallica’s best-known songs – without the band’s authorisation.
Why is Donald Trump threatening to revoke a US comedian’s citizenship?
Donald Trump has said he is considering "taking away" the US citizenship of actress and comedian Rosie O'Donnell - despite a Supreme Court ruling that expressly prohibits him or the government from doing so.
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