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Udo Kier Dies at 81: Inside the Life, Career, Legacy and Extraordinary Journey of a Global Cult Icon
His partner, artist Delbert McBride, confirmed the news, while former manager Joe Roe also shared the announcement. With a career spanning more than six decades and over 200 films, Kier became one of cinema’s most distinctive cult figures — admired for his ability to elevate any role, whether in Andy ...
Salman Rushdie Reveals Untold Story Behind Lou Reed’s Iconic ‘Walk On The Wild Side’
In a striking revelation that blends music history with literary legacy, author Sir Salman Rushdie has disclosed that Lou Reed originally wrote his legendary song “Walk On The Wild Side” for a musical adaptation of Nelson Algren’s novel of the same name. Speaking on BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs, ...
Amazon Begins Issuing Refunds After $2.5 Billion FTC Settlement: Eligibility, Claims and Key Dates Explained
Amazon Prime Refunds Begin: Amazon has officially started distributing refunds to eligible Prime members as part of a landmark $2.5 billion settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The settlement follows federal allegations that the company misled customers into enrolling in Prime memberships and made the cancellation process unnecessarily difficult. ...
Historic Stratospheric Warming Explained: What Is Causing Major Polar Vortex Shifts and Why It’s Becoming a Global Weather Concern
A rare and unusually early Sudden Stratospheric Warming (SSW) event is unfolding high above the Arctic, triggering an alarming weakening of the polar vortex and raising global concern ahead of winter. Forecast models from the Met Office, NOAA, and leading climate researchers suggest that this rapid stratospheric warming—nearly unprecedented for ...
G20 Summit 2025: PM Modi’s Bold Agenda, US Boycott Drama and Global South Push Define Johannesburg Meet
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s presence at the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg marked one of the most significant diplomatic moments of 2025. Hosted for the first time on African soil, the summit spotlighted the Global South’s rising voice, South Africa’s leadership, and India’s expanding global influence. From a high-stakes US ...
Gotti Actor Spencer Lofranco Dies at 33; Sudden Death of John Travolta’s On-Screen Son Under Investigation
Spencer Lofranco, the Canadian actor best known for portraying John Gotti Jr. opposite John Travolta in the 2018 biographical drama Gotti, has died at the age of 33. His unexpected death on November 18 in British Columbia has left his family, friends, and fans devastated. Known for his early Hollywood ...
Polar Vortex Weakens Early: Rare Atmospheric Shift Poised to Deliver a Sudden Winter Blast Across the U.S
A rare and unusually early weakening of the polar vortex is triggering concern among meteorologists, as new atmospheric signals suggest a sharp shift toward colder, stormier weather after Thanksgiving across large parts of the United States. Multiple forecasting agencies — including the Climate Prediction Center (CPC), NOAA experts, ECMWF modelers, ...
Miss Universe 2025 Winner Fátima Bosch: Her Life Story, Emotional Journey and Victory Amid Chaos
Mexico’s Fátima Bosch has been crowned Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand after one of the most turbulent and emotionally charged pageant seasons in recent memory. Her win, achieved after defeating over 100 contestants, marks Mexico’s first Miss Universe victory since 2020 and comes at a time when the global contest ...
Eric Swalwell Enters California Governor’s Race, Promising a “New California” and a Tough Stand Against Trump
Rep. Eric Swalwell, the outspoken Democrat known nationally for his relentless criticism of former President Donald Trump, has officially entered the 2026 California governor’s race. Announcing his candidacy on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” and through a newly launched campaign website, the East Bay congressman joins an already crowded field of contenders ...
Miss Universe 2025 India: Manika Vishwakarma’s Biography, Awards, Family Story and Her Iconic National Costume Look
Manika Vishwakarma, crowned Miss Universe India 2025, represented the country at the 74th Miss Universe pageant held in Thailand—where she emerged as one of the most admired contestants despite not making it to the Top 12. The 22-year-old from Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, impressed global audiences with her golden finale gown, ...
