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Gen Z has officially declared the thumbs-up emoji a no-go, labeling it as ‘passive aggressive’ and a tad bit outdated. Born in the digital cradle between the late 1990s and the early 2010s, Gen Zers are known for their tech-savviness…
New York’s top court has overturned Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction, citing the judge’s “egregious” errors during the groundbreaking #MeToo trial. The errors included allowing testimony about allegations not directly related to the case. The court’s decision was split 4-3,…
Quinta Brunson has called out iconic TV series Friends for having ‘no Black characters’. Friends, the beloved sitcom known for its witty dialogue and memorable moments, still captures hearts worldwide, even decades after its final episode. However, it’s not without its controversies.…
A prisoner who ‘died’ and then got brought back to life argued that his life sentence had ended. We’ve heard all sorts of wild prison tales, especially those involving inmates on death row. Take, for instance, the inmate who spilled…
A father is challenging gender norms by donning skirts and high heels. In the journey of parenthood, the goal is often to cultivate children who are broad-minded and embrace diversity. Typically, parents impart to their children the principle that every…
J.K. Rowling has made clear her feelings of betrayal by Emma Watson and Daniel Radcliffe, stars of the films based on her bestselling “Harry Potter” series. At age 58, Rowling, who penned the wildly popular novels, has seen her work…
Mark Zuckerberg has issued an advisory to Messenger users, urging them not to take screenshots of their conversations. Zuckerberg, who launched Facebook with college friends, now serves as the chairman, CEO, and major shareholder of its parent entity, Meta Platforms.…
George and Lori Schappell, recognized globally as the oldest conjoined twins, have passed away at the age of 62. Hailing from Pennsylvania, USA, the twins were connected by their partially fused skulls and shared essential blood vessels along with 30%…
A man who was cut in half by a forklift has shared a horrifying photo of the moment he was crushed underneath it. Loren Schauers, from Montana, was the victim of a terrible freak accident. It saw him plummet off…
A woman with an extremely rare disease which causes ‘thousands’ of life-threatening tumors to grow all over her body has told how undergoing 60 hours of surgery to remove them while completely conscious was her ‘last hope’. Charmaine Sahadeo, 42,…
A 28-year-old woman, who was found guilty of stabbing her boyfriend almost 30 times, explained why she decided to smile when police took her mugshot. Travis Alexander was only 30 years old when he was found dead in the bathroom…
The Story Behind the Song “Try That in a Small Town” is a compelling country music track by the renowned artist Jason Aldean. Released as part of his album, the song presents a thought-provoking narrative that addresses social decline in…
During the twice-weekly sessions, which can accommodate up to 40 inmates, the disgraced socialite preaches about women’s empowerment and the need to ‘maintain high moral standards.’ Maxwell, 52, is attempting to reinvent herself as a female role model despite her…
On Tuesday night, Angela Bassett made history as the two-time Golden Globe winner for Best Supporting Actress – Motion Picture. The 64-year-old actress was awarded for her portrayal of Ramonda in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. During her acceptance speech, Bassett…
Cardinal George Pell, the most senior Catholic official convicted of child sex abuse before his ruling was overturned in 2020, has passed away at 81. Father Joseph Hamilton confirmed the death on Tuesday evening local time, after Pell was admitted…
A New York judge sentenced Allen Weisselberg, former President Donald Trump’s long-time chief financial officer, to five months in jail for his involvement in a decade-long tax fraud scheme. The 75-year-old testified as the state’s witness against the Trump Organization,…