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Afghan, 25, arrested in London ‘took part in gang-rape of unconscious 17-year-old – with all three laughing as they filmed the attack’
Three Afghan nationals are on trial in Germany over the alleged gang rape of a 17-year-old girl in Dortmund, with one of the accused having fled to London before his arrest there. The case, now before Dortmund Regional Court, has drawn attention both for the severity of the allegations and for the fact that the…
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“The More Niche The Story, The More It Connects” namesbliss Interviewed
Ahead of his second album, ‘Where’s Bliss?’, namesbliss discusses the pressure of releasing more personal music while receiving wider attention through a 2026 MOBO Best Newcomer nomination. The artist says the record reflects his varied path through grime, hip-hop, jazz and spoken word, as well as experiences including a late ADHD diagnosis and previous work…
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Sonic Frontiers Surpasses 5 Million Copies Sold as Fans Await What Comes Next
SEGA has announced that Sonic Frontiers has sold more than five million copies, marking a significant commercial milestone for the 2022 game. The achievement suggests continued interest in Sonic’s newer open-environment approach and intensifies attention on what the franchise’s next mainline release may be. Frontiers sold 2.5 million copies in its first month, meaning it…
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4 Country Songs From 1997 That Every 90s Kid Still Knows Today
Four country hits released in 1997 remain familiar touchstones for listeners who grew up in the 1990s: – Martina McBride’s “A Broken Wing”, from Evolution, is highlighted for its empowering portrayal of a woman leaving a dysfunctional relationship. – Garth Brooks’s “Longneck Bottle”, from Sevens and written by Steve Wariner and Rick Carnes, is presented…
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How to craft a DJ Booth Rig to liven up your next celebration in Disney Dreamlight Valley
In Disney Dreamlight Valley’s Pop City Star Path, players can complete the “craft a DJ Booth Rig to liven up your next celebration” duty by making any one of three eligible DJ booth items. The task matters because it awards event Tokens needed to unlock Star Path prizes, although the crafting costs are high relative…
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Reform UK accuses Vodafone of ‘facilitating migrant invasion’ over handing of free SIM cards to asylum seekers
Reform UK has accused Vodafone of ‘facilitating migrant invasion’ by providing free SIM cards to asylum seekers. The allegation concerns the role of mobile connectivity in support provided to people seeking asylum, and reflects wider political disagreement over asylum policy and the treatment of migrants in the UK. The material provided does not set out…
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In Dreams: Kevin Abstract Is On The Go With UGG’s New Tasman Flex
UGG has unveiled American rapper, singer-songwriter and visual artist Kevin Abstract as the face of its new Tasman Flex campaign. The shoe marks a new era of evolution from UGG, which has seen a cultural spike in recent years as people continue to embrace the shoe as a part of… The post In Dreams: Kevin…
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Footage shows Dave Chappelle protesting Fugees’ set being cut short at Lauryn Hill’s Diaspora Calling! festival: “You’re fucking up history”
Footage shows comedian Dave Chappelle objecting after the Fugees’ reunion performance at Lauryn Hill’s Diaspora Calling! festival in Milton Keynes was stopped abruptly. He argued that organisers were disrupting a historic moment for fans, while the venue said it was legally required to end the event at 11pm under its licence. Lauryn Hill and Wyclef…
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San Sebastian Adds Jesse Eisenberg, Fred Cavayé, Amanda Kernell Films to Golden Shell Race
The San Sebastián Film Festival has added six films to its 2026 Official Selection, expanding the field competing for the Golden Shell at its 74th edition. The additions bring high-profile international directors and actors into the race, reinforcing the festival’s role as a major European launchpad for films arriving after premieres in Toronto. Jesse Eisenberg’s…
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Add to playlist: the heartbreak post-mortems of Cape Town’s Rowlene and the week’s best new tracks
Rowlene, a Cape Town singer known for collaborations with Nasty C, is presented as an R&B artist whose patient, confessional style has distinguished her from South Africa’s amapiano-led pop scene. Her new album, Some Strings Attached, particularly the track Hurts 2b Reminded, examines the grief of friendships that have faded rather than romantic break-ups, suggesting…