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Welcome to England’s benefits capital where half of working age people are unemployed and claiming Universal Credit… Grimsby is the once thriving fishing town where hard work fell out of fashion
The article examines severe worklessness in Grimsby’s East Marsh and Port district, described as Britain’s highest concentration of unemployed working-age Universal Credit claimants. It argues that the decline of the fishing industry, poor health, economic deprivation and reduced community cohesion have contributed to unemployment, petty crime and the deterioration of local services and public spaces.…
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Isaac Mizrahi on the ‘Unzipped’ Restoration, the John Galliano Met Gala Fiasco and Why the ‘Devil Wears Prada’ Cerulean Blue Speech ‘Makes Me Want to Kill Somebody’
Isaac Mizrahi discusses the restoration of “Unzipped”, the 1995 documentary about his fall 1994 fashion collection, while admitting he dislikes revisiting his past. He reflects on ageing, body image and his career, and criticises the idea that runway spectacles directly determine how people dress months later. The restored 73-minute film features figures including Cindy Crawford,…
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Beckham receives £38m payout as brand empire profits soar after World Cup deals
Sir David Beckham has received a £38million payout thanks to record profits from his brand empire, which benefited significantly from World Cup sponsorships and endorsement deals during the 2026 tournament in the United States. His holding company, DRJB Holdings, nearly doubled its pre-tax profits to £50million in 2025, highlighting Beckham’s continued commercial power as a…
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Fashion’s Musical Chairs: Is Pierpaolo Piccioli Already Out at Balenciaga?
Pierpaolo Piccioli, creative director of Balenciaga, is reportedly expected to leave the Kering-owned house following his spring/summer 2027 show in Paris on 1 October, less than a year after his appointment. His potential departure reflects a broader crisis in luxury fashion, where celebrated designers are increasingly cycling through major brands within seasons rather than years,…
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Skyrim loremaster says The Elder Scrolls never got a Fallout: New Vegas-style game because Bethesda is “very protective” over its golden goose
Bethesda reportedly never pursued a Fallout: New Vegas-style spin-off for The Elder Scrolls because it was highly protective of the series. Former Skyrim developer Kurt Kuhlmann said Todd Howard may have wanted to avoid comparisons between Bethesda and an outside developer, which had fuelled debate over whether Obsidian or Bethesda handled Fallout better. Kuhlmann suggested…
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‘The Light in the Darkness’ Holocaust-Narrative Game Launches ‘Director’s Cut’ Version (Gaming News Roundup)
This gaming news roundup covers three major releases: – “The Light in the Darkness: Director’s Cut,” a free Holocaust narrative game, launched on PlayStation 5 with fully voiced scenes, extended narrative content, refined visuals and updated gameplay. The game from designer Luc Bernard, published by his nonprofit Voices of the Forgotten, allows players to experience…
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e.l.f. Cosmetics Drops 2nd Original Album ‘Mirror Mix,’ With 7 Rising Stars Including Flau’jae Johnson, Joaquina & NEZZA
e.l.f. Cosmetics is releasing Mirror Mix, its second original compilation album, featuring seven emerging artists across pop, R&B, Latin music and rock. The project forms part of the brand’s e.l.f. Made entertainment initiative, which aims to give under-represented musicians greater exposure while linking beauty with self-expression and popular culture. The album features Joaquina, Mamii, Flau’jae…
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16 Products From Women Designers You Need to Know
The article highlights products shaped by women designers and founders across automotive, travel, cycling, golf, reproductive health and electronics. It argues that women’s expertise can produce more inclusive, practical and distinctive designs, while challenging industries where senior product-design roles remain dominated by men. – Slate Auto Fastback SUV: Tisha Johnson’s EV design prioritises an approachable…
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Lenny Kravitz Gets Into His Future Son-In-Law Harry Styles’ ‘Adore You’ at MSG
Rock legend Lenny Kravitz attended Harry Styles’ concert at Madison Square Garden on 23 September, where he danced along with his daughter Zoë, who is engaged to Styles. The most poignant moment came during “Adore You,” when Styles spotted the father-daughter pair in the audience and flashed them a peace sign from the stage, symbolising…
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14 days in Dragon Shelter: A play by play of my first season in the Stardew-style farm sim where dragons help bake pies
PC Gamer’s Lauren Morton spends the 14-day spring season playing Dragon Shelter, a colourful farming and cooking simulation in which dragons help with everyday chores and recipes. The game’s appealing art, gentle tone and dragon-assisted activities show promise, but its small world, awkward menus and limited characterisation make it feel less substantial than established farm…