FKA Twigs’ long road to Grammy success
Standing on a global stage and holding a Grammy is a dream many artists chase. For FKA Twigs, that moment came after years of steady work, patience, and belief in her craft. At the 68th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, the singer won Best Dance or Electronic Album for Eusexua. While fans saw a breakthrough, Twigs made it clear that…
Cultural Festival Funding Still Unclear as West Yorkshire Seeks £2m Support
Much of the funding for West Yorkshire’s first ever Seasons of Culture festival is still not secured, according to a new report by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority. The annual festival was launched after the success of Bradford’s City of Culture celebrations. The first edition is planned for later this year and will focus on nature as its main theme.…
Frank Stronach Sexual Assault Trial Begins in Toronto Over Historic Allegations
Billionaire Faces Long-Standing Allegations Austro-Canadian billionaire Frank Stronach, 93, faces a sexual assault trial in Toronto this week. A judge will decide the case without a jury. Stronach, the founder of global automotive parts company Magna International, stands accused of multiple historical assaults spanning nearly five decades. Prosecutors split the charges into two trials. The Toronto trial involves 12 counts,…
Jack Thorne Reimagines a Classic, Unpacking the ‘Remarkable Tenderness’ of Lord of the Flies
Acclaimed screenwriter Jack Thorne is set to present a profound new interpretation of William Golding’s seminal novel, Lord of the Flies, in an upcoming BBC series. His adaptation aims to move beyond the common perception of the story as a simple tale of inherent malevolence. Beyond "The Evilness of Boys" Thorne challenges the idea that Lord of the Flies is merely shorthand for…
House Passes Bill Ending Government Shutdown After 21 Democrats Break With Jeffries
Funding Deal Averts Four-Day Shutdown The House of Representatives approved a federal funding bill on Tuesday to end the four-day government shutdown. The measure passed 217-214 and will go to President Donald Trump’s desk for signature. The legislation funds about 97% of the federal government through the end of fiscal 2026. It reflects a compromise negotiated between Senate Democrats and…
Molly-Mae Hague Joins Star-Studded Celebrity Bake Off 2026 Lineup for Charity
Influencer and fashion entrepreneur Molly-Mae Hague will swap the catwalk for the kitchen as part of the 2026 Celebrity Bake Off special. The series, which raises money for Stand Up To Cancer, returns to Channel 4 this Spring with a packed roster of famous faces. Hague first found fame on ITV's Love Island in 2019. The 26-year-old now runs a successful clothing…
Iranian Gunboats Fail to Board U.S. Oil Tanker as Trump Strengthens Military Presence
U.S. Tanker Escapes After Iranian Boarding Attempt Six Iranian gunboats tried to stop a U.S.-flagged oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, but the attempt failed. According to The Wall Street Journal, the vessels were armed with .50-caliber guns and ordered the tanker to shut down its engines and prepare for boarding. The tanker instead accelerated and was…
BTS Announces Historic Comeback with Netflix Special and Global Tour
K-pop superstars BTS are launching a monumental return to the global stage. The group has unveiled plans for a live-streamed concert on Netflix, an intimate documentary, and an extensive world tour. This major announcement follows the completion of mandatory military service by all seven members. New Album and Netflix Live Stream The group will release their highly anticipated fifth studio…
Widespread Travel Disruption Expected as Winter Weather Returns
Fresh winter weather is set to hit parts of Scotland this week, with forecasters warning of significant snow and strong winds. The Met Office has issued new yellow weather alerts, predicting potential travel disruption and hazardous conditions. The national weather service has activated a yellow warning for mainland Scotland and Orkney, effective from midnight Monday until 15:00 Wednesday. A separate…
Trump Nationalize Elections? Thune Rejects Proposal, Cites Constitutional Limits
Thune Pushes Back on Federal Control of Voting Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., rejected President Donald Trump’s idea to nationalize elections. He emphasized that he supports “decentralized, distributed power” in U.S. elections. On former FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino’s podcast, Trump criticized Republicans for not taking a stronger stance on elections. He suggested the GOP should control voting in…
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Frank Stronach Sexual Assault Trial Begins in Toronto Over Historic Allegations
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