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‘Comedy and art should push up against a line’: Rich Peppiatt on class, controversy and Kneecap
Ex-tabloid reporter shares how an encounter with Hugh Grant and Steve Coogan led to his acclaimed film about an Irish-language rap trio. He first came to national attention blowing the whistle on ...The Guardian - 11h -
The Memo: Musk rivals Trump as most controversial figure on political stage
President Trump may be only the second most controversial person in his own administration. Three weeks into Trump’s second term, Elon Musk has taken center stage — as big of a villain for liberals ...The Hill - 17h -
Musk’s ‘efficiency’ agency site adds data from controversial rightwing thinktank
Website of ‘Doge’ includes information published by thinktank CEI, which claims to fight ‘climate alarmism’. Flanked by Donald Trump in the Oval Office this week, Elon Musk claimed his ...The Guardian - 18h -
California city passes controversial homeless camping ban
The ordinance, which allows the city to fine those who help the homeless and makes it illegal for homeless people to camp on public property, was approved in a 6-1 vote after more than two hours of ...The Hill - 1d -
Where the Oscar Race Stands After ‘Emilia Pérez’ Controversy
“Emilia Pérez” is hobbled, “Anora” is revitalized and plenty remains up in the air ahead of the March 2 awards ceremony.The New York Times - 1d -
Senior Ukraine security figure exposed as Russian 'rat'
Intelligence chief Vasyl Malyuk was seen personally arresting the suspect, named by media as Dmytro Kozyura.BBC News - 1d -
Seattle Seahawks 2025 NFL offseason preview: Figuring out the next step after a 10-win season
It's confounding to assess the Seahawks because they have plenty of talent and three straight winning seasons. But there was only one playoff appearance in those three seasons and no postseason wins.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
How did Tulsi Gabbard go from controversial to a likely Cabinet confirmation?
President Trump's nominee for director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, will soon face a final confirmation vote. She was seen as one of his more controversial picks but is now expected to ...CBS News - 1d -
Trump Doubles Down on Controversial Gaza Plan While Meeting Jordan's King
President Trump met with Jordan's King Abdullah at the White House, where he defended his controversial plan to take over and rebuild Gaza. Abdullah said Jordan will take 2,000 children from Gaza ...NBC News - 1d -
Live updates: Trump doubles down on controversial Gaza plan; Jordan's king rejects Palestinian displacement
President Trump met with King Abdullah II of Jordan on Tuesday, where he doubled down on a controversial proposal for the U.S. to take over the Gaza Strip amid pressure he's putting on neighboring ...The Hill - 1d -
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Selena Gomez says 'some of the magic has disappeared' amid 'Emilia Pérez' controversy
Selena Gomez addressed at the Santa Barbara Film Festival the controversy casting a shadow over her film 'Emilia Pérez.'Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Vance proves pivotal in pushing through controversial Trump nominees
Vice President Vance has quickly become President Trump's liaison to the Senate, which has paid dividends as the GOP-led body moves to confirm even Trump's most controversial Cabinet picks. The ...The Hill - 3d -
Subsidies halved for controversial Drax power station
The government has agreed a new subsidy arrangement with the controversial wood-burning Drax power station in north Yorkshire.BBC News - 3d -
Super Bowl: Eagles flagged for controversial pass interference favoring Chiefs on critical opening-drive gamble
We had an officiating controversy right off the bat at the Super Bowl. And, of course, it favored Chiefs.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
On earnings calls, executives are trying to figure out Trump’s tariffs
McDonald’s and Coinbase report this week amid fast-food struggles and promises of crypto deregulation.MarketWatch - 4d -
'We are figuring it out': Democrats struggle to keep up with Trump's dizzying pace
Actions are coming at so dizzying a pace that it can be tough to track what Trump has done and what he's turned around and undone.NBC News - 4d -
Newcastle score controversial goal against Birmingham
Watch as Joe Willock brings Newcastle United level against Birmingham City after a "very, very tight" goal-line decision in the FA Cup fourth round.BBC News - 4d -
Is Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ Too Controversial for the Super Bowl?
After sweeping the Grammys on Sunday, Lamar’s ubiquitous Drake diss could be the centerpiece of the halftime show. That, it bears mentioning, is pretty strange.The New York Times - 5d -
Trump appoints controversial NOAA head
This week, President Trump nominated atmospheric scientist Neil Jacobs to lead the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. In Trump's first term, Jacobs was the agency's acting leader and ...CBS News - 5d -
A controversial golf outfit and North Korea’s unique tourist attractions
One of basketball’s biggest stars had a big shock, North Korea reopened to tourism with an unusual itinerary, and the Super Bowl’s end zone will look a little different.NBC News - 5d -
Donald Trump's NIH Pick Just Launched a Controversial Scientific Journal
The journal’s editorial board includes multiple scientists, such as Trump health nominees Jay Bhattacharya and Marty Makary, who opposed Covid public health measures.Wired - 6d -
Zoe Saldaña responds to Karla Sofía Gascón controversy: 'We are responsible for everything we say'
Zoe Saldaña said the backlash against 'Emilia Pérez' co-star Karla Sofía Gascón makes her 'sad,' but she's still trying to experience the 'joy' of the film's achievements.Los Angeles Times - 6d
