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Macklemore Posts His “Free Palestine” Speech Amid Petition Calling For Ed Sheeran To Drop Him From Tour Over It
Macklemore responded publicly to backlash over his pro-Palestinian remarks made while opening for Ed Sheeran’s LOOP Tour, posting video of his stage speech with the caption “Wanting all humans to be treated equal should never be controversial.” Addressing Jewish fans directly, he said criticism of Israel, apartheid and genocide “in no way is a criticism…
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Heartbroken widow reveals appalling reason Pete Hegseth cut payout for husband’s Iran war death
The widow of a US airman killed during America’s ongoing conflict with Iran says she was initially told her family would be denied combat-related benefits because the Pentagon, under Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, does not formally classify the operation as a “war”. Libby Klinner said an officer supporting her after her husband’s death cited that…
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Country Music Sure Was Horny This Summer
Country music went through an unusually sexually explicit period in summer 2026, with Kacey Musgraves’ Middle of Nowhere Tour, featuring disco-ball testicles and a branded lube line, epitomising a wider trend of raunchier lyrics and imagery across Nashville. Unlike previous eras when such frankness (particularly from women) drew backlash or was kept off radio, this…
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Sleaford Mods to headline ‘Gig For Gaza’ at London’s Troxy with Baxter Dury and more
Sleaford Mods have been confirmed as headliners for the latest instalment of “Gig For Gaza”, a charity fundraiser taking place at London’s Troxy on Saturday 24 October. They are joined on the bill by Baxter Dury, Joe Armon-Jones and Sinead Ashiokai, with further guests to be announced, and all proceeds will go to Gaza Forever…
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Heritage Foundation ALIPH Targets Ukraine, Syria and Indonesia in New Film Rescue Program
The International Alliance for the Protection of Heritage (ALIPH) has launched its first-ever programme dedicated to film and audiovisual heritage, expanding beyond its usual focus on physical cultural sites. Announced at the Lumière Summit in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, France, the Program for the Safeguarding of Cinematographic and Audiovisual Heritage at Risk will combine emergency intervention, preservation, infrastructure…
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Israeli strikes in southern Lebanese village kill 11, state media say
Israeli air strikes on the southern Lebanese village of Kfar Rumman have killed at least 11 people, including two children, according to Lebanese state media. The attacks come amid rising tensions along the Israel-Lebanon border and threaten to further destabilise the fragile ceasefire that ended last year’s conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. Nine people died…
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A crucial look at the disappearance of Austin Tice: best podcasts of the week
This week’s podcast picks are led by a series examining the unsolved disappearance of Austin Tice, the US marine turned journalist who vanished in Syria 14 years ago. Presenters Josh Baker and Sara Obeidat have uncovered new evidence that has already generated headlines, offering a sensitive and suspenseful look at a case that remains open…
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Gaza Cinema Academy Launches at Venice Film Festival
A coalition of Palestinian, Arab and international filmmakers has launched the Gaza Cinema Academy, unveiled at the Venice Film Festival, with the aim of establishing a lasting base for film education, training and production in Gaza while connecting emerging Palestinian filmmakers with the wider international industry. The initiative reflects a broader effort to sustain Palestinian…
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Michael Rapaport slams ‘clown’ Macklemore for anti-Israel performance
Actor and comedian Michael Rapaport publicly criticised rapper Macklemore, calling him a “clown” after Macklemore delivered pro-Palestinian messages and performed his song “Hind’s Hall” while opening for Ed Sheeran at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The exchange has drawn attention because it highlights ongoing tensions in the entertainment industry over public figures using concert platforms…
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Migrants cross Channel again as Dover blockade sparks disruption fears, Delhi hostel collapse kills three
Fresh Channel crossings and a far-right blockade near Dover overshadow Burnham-Macron pledges on small boats; elsewhere, a Delhi hostel collapse has killed three, two stabbings and violent crime cases hit UK courts, and Arsenal host Chelsea in a big Premier League clash.