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The humiliating reason Pete Hegseth’s wife never leaves his side – and it’s rattling the Pentagon
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has reportedly made his wife, Jennifer, an ever-present figure in his official duties, according to a New York Times investigation citing 20 current and former administration officials. The report suggests her constant presence stems largely from concerns about Hegseth’s history of alcohol abuse allegations, with insiders saying she is relied upon…
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Lindsay Clancy’s ex-husband has quietly remarried and started over amid her murder trial
Patrick Clancy, the husband of Lindsay Clancy who is on trial for the murder of their three children, has quietly remarried and relocated to New York City while the case continues. The revelation comes as he testifies in the high-profile Massachusetts trial, drawing attention to how his personal life has moved on even as the…
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Jill Lepore on why the artificial state is ‘doomed’ – podcast
This is a podcast episode from the Guardian’s Politics Weekly America series, in which host Jonathan Freedland speaks to historian Jill Lepore about a growing backlash against artificial intelligence and datacentres, and how it might shape the November US midterm elections. With the vote less than three months away, voters are weighing concerns about grocery…
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‘It is the riskiest film I’ve ever made’: Pedro Almodóvar on being the villain in his own movie
Pedro Almodóvar has released Bitter Christmas, his 24th film, a melodrama about the dangers of autofiction that he describes as the riskiest project of his career. In an interview at a London hotel, the 76-year-old Spanish director, who has won more than 60 awards including two Oscars, discussed the film alongside broader reflections on Donald…
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“The Rolling Stones and The Beatles paid for theirs. I see no reason why you shouldn’t pay for yours”: When Keith Emerson tried to blag a £55,000 synth for free
Keith Emerson, keyboardist of Emerson, Lake & Palmer, once tried to persuade the Moog synthesiser company to give him one of its instruments for free, offering to promote and endorse it in return, as he formed the band and prepared to record their debut album in 1970. The story, recounted by Emerson himself in a…
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Final Fantasy VII Revelation Panel Announced For New York Comic Con
Square Enix has announced a special panel for Final Fantasy VII Revelation at New York Comic Con on 8th October 2026, as part of a build-up of promotional events ahead of the game’s release on Switch 2 next spring. The panel will mark the first time the game’s full main English voice cast appears on…
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HBO Max’s 5-Part Crime Docuseries Is Even Wilder Than ‘Tiger King’ Once You Know the Real Story
HBO Max’s five-part documentary series *Monsters of God*, which premiered on 6 August 2026, explores the murky world of illegal reptile trafficking, following smugglers, collectors and federal agents involved in a multibillion-dollar black market for creatures such as king cobras, bush vipers and Komodo dragons. The series comes from Eric Goode, the director behind *Tiger…
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Hard left Democrat stutters with shock live on CNN after Cuban-American anchor grilled him over love for Fidel Castro
A Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) chair appeared on CNN and was challenged by a Cuban-American presenter about comments expressing admiration for Fidel Castro. The exchange drew attention because Castro remains a deeply divisive figure, particularly among Cuban exiles and critics of Cuba’s communist government. The article portrays the guest as hesitating when asked to…
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EBiDAN’s ‘Yes! Tokyo’ Tops Japan Hot 100 as Florence Road Makes Chart Debut Following First Japan Visit at Summer Sonic
EBiDAN’s commemorative single “Yes! Tokyo” has claimed the top spot on the Billboard Japan Hot 100, released on 19 August, after the track was put out on 11 August to mark the group’s 15th anniversary. The song’s dominance was driven overwhelmingly by physical sales, and its success was amplified by four “experience enrollment” versions performed…