Casting legend Susie Figgis dies aged 77
Tributes pour in for iconic casting director Susie Figgis, whose work on films from Harry Potter to The Crying Game shaped British cinema. Discover her incredible legacy.
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Franco-British photographer Ed Alcock exhibition in Paris
An exhibition of Franco-British photographer Ed Alcock's work, exploring Brexit, adolescence and working-class memory, runs at the Bibliothèque nationale de France until March 2026.
Rob Reiner and Wife Found Dead in Apparent Homicide
Hollywood mourns the loss of legendary director Rob Reiner, 78, and his wife Michele, found dead in an apparent homicide. We look back at his iconic career.
Rob Reiner, Hollywood Director and Actor, Dies at 78
Rob Reiner, acclaimed director of When Harry Met Sally and The Princess Bride, has died aged 78 in an apparent double homicide. Explore his legendary career and activism.
FBI Director Patel faces criticism over premature social media post
FBI Director Kash Patel faces backlash for touting a suspect's detention in the Brown University shooting before the person was released. Critics question his leadership.
Hollywood director Rob Reiner and wife found dead, son arrested
Rob Reiner and wife Michele Singer found dead in their Brentwood home. Their son, Nick Reiner, 32, is arrested and held on $4m bail. Police investigate an apparent homicide.
Rob Reiner's Final Talk with Eric Idle Before Murder
Monty Python star Eric Idle shares details of his last call with director Rob Reiner, discussing Stonehenge and future plans, before Reiner and his wife were found stabbed. Read the tributes.
FBI Head 'Ordered SWAT to Drive Girlfriend's Friend Home'
FBI Director Kash Patel faces scrutiny over alleged misuse of security detail for girlfriend's friend. The bureau denies the claims as '1,000% false'. Read the full investigation.
False 'Aryan' Pregnancy Tourism Rumour in Ladakh Villages
For decades, a bizarre rumour claimed European women visited remote Ladakhi villages seeking 'pure Aryan' babies. We uncover the imported myth's impact on the Brokpa people and their fight to reclaim their true identity.
EU fines X €120m over deceptive blue ticks and ads
Elon Musk's X platform hit with a €120m EU fine for deceptive verification badges and lack of ad transparency under the Digital Services Act. Read the full ruling details.
Barclays promotes 118 to Managing Director
Barclays Bank has announced a significant internal promotion round, elevating 118 employees to the role of Managing Director. Discover the key names and divisions driving this strategic move.
Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban: Key Details
Australia's landmark social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. Here's how it will work, which platforms are included, and what it means for users. Get the full explainer.
Versace creative director leaves after Prada takeover
Dario Vitale departs Versace less than nine months into his role, shortly after Prada's $1.38bn acquisition. The search for a new design chief begins. Read the full story.
Artist Jane Birt, wife of ex-BBC head Lord Birt, dies aged 82
Anglo-American artist Jane Birt, known for her watercolours, book illustrations and vibrant social life, has died aged 82. Discover her journey from 1960s Oxford to rural Wales.
Porn site fined £1m by Ofcom over age verification failings
Ofcom has issued a £1m fine to adult website operator AVS for inadequate age checks. New data reveals the impact of the Online Safety Act on protecting children online. Read the full report.
Porn firm fined £1m for weak age checks
AVS Group Ltd hit with a £1m fine plus daily penalties for failing to implement robust age verification. Ofcom demands changes within 72 hours to protect children online.
UK marketer uses AI photos after illness halts career
After a sudden illness forced her to stop filming, a UK social media founder turned to AI-generated photos to rebuild her brand. Discover how this technology restored her creative expression and sparked a debate on authenticity.
UK neighbourhoods in flag wars as tensions simmer
From Birmingham to Sheffield, residents face harassment in a covert battle over flags. Discover the local identity disputes dividing communities and the authorities' struggle to respond.
Man jailed for 40 months after stealing nurse's identity
A man who stole a nurse's identity to work in care homes across the North East has been jailed for 40 months. Ashton Guramatunhu's fraud earned him nearly £173,000. Read the full investigation details.
Citigroup promotes 276 to managing director globally
Citigroup has elevated 276 bankers to managing director in its latest annual promotion round, a key move in CEO Jane Fraser's strategic overhaul. Discover the regional breakdown and strategic focus.
Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban Explained
Australia is set to ban under-16s from social media from 10 December 2025. We examine how it works, the controversy, and whether the UK could follow suit.
Australia's Social Media Ban for Teens Begins 10 Dec
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. We explain which platforms are included, how age checks work, and if a delay is possible. Get the full details.
Australia's social media ban for under-16s set to widen
Australia's pioneering under-16s social media ban begins 10 Dec, with more platforms like Lemon8 to be added. Minister Anika Wells admits a 'sieve' effect but vows fines up to $50m.
Just Eat rider banned after ID check fails over shaved beard
A London delivery rider has been permanently banned by Just Eat after its facial recognition software failed to verify his identity following a beard trim. Adam Stockley, 35, fears losing thousands in income.
Meta deactivates under-16 accounts in Australia's social media ban
Meta is notifying underage Instagram and Facebook users in Australia that their accounts will be deactivated under new laws. Discover how the age verification process works and its implications.
Psychology of Vinted Wishlists: Our Hidden Desires
Explore how Vinted wishlists reveal our anxieties, ambitions and alter egos. Seven writers share what their saved items say about their secret selves and fashion psychology.
Sydney Sweeney's Christy Boxing Film Disappoints
David Michôd's Christy Martin biopic starring Sydney Sweeney receives critical drubbing for lifeless portrayal of boxing pioneer's abuse story. In UK cinemas 28 November.
Author Thomas King not Indigenous, genealogy reveals
Prominent Canadian author Thomas King discovers genealogist found no evidence of Cherokee ancestry. Read his emotional response and the implications for his literary legacy.
Muriel McKay: Family Believe Remains in London Garden
Family of Muriel McKay, murdered in 1969 mistaken identity case, believe her remains are buried in an east London garden. High Court to decide on search bid.
Debunking the 'Feminised Workplace' Crisis Myth
New report reveals 88% of UK men feel pressured to be breadwinners, exposing the real crisis in male identity, not a feminised workplace. Read the full analysis.
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