The internet and Filipino entertainment industry were rocked by the news that Emman Atienza, a 19-year-old TikTok influencer and daughter of television host Kim Atienza, had died unexpectedly in Los Angeles. Her family described her passing as sudden and heartbreaking. Who Was Emman Atienza? Emmanuelle “Emman” Hung Atienza had built a sizeable online following—she was … Continued
President Donald Trump announced on October 24, 2025, that the United States is terminating all trade negotiations with Canada. The move stems from a Canadian provincial television advertisement that Trump labelled “fake” and “egregious behaviour” — an ad which featured edited footage of former President Ronald Reagan and criticised U.S. tariff policy. The Trigger: A … Continued
A fit and healthy 39-year-old mother, Krystal Maeyke, who died after being diagnosed with stage four bowel cancer, has emphasised the warning signs she initially dismissed—urging others not to do the same. Her Story: From “Nothing Serious” to Sudden Diagnosis Krystal, based in a remote region of Australia, said her world changed on 30 May … Continued
On October 23, 2025, the State of Alabama executed death-row inmate Anthony Boyd, 54, by means of nitrogen gas—a method increasingly controversial among rights groups and legal authorities. Boyd, convicted in 1995 for the 1993 murder of Gregory Huguley, maintained his innocence until his final moments. The Crime and the Conviction Boyd was one of … Continued
Powerball Lottery winner Edwin Castro, who took home a historic $2.04 billion jackpot in November 2022, is now turning part of his windfall toward rebuilding homes for families displaced by devastating fires in Los Angeles. The move marks a shift from personal luxury to community impact. From Powerball Jackpot to Philanthropy Castro, a former mechanic … Continued
When the Super Bowl LX (to be held February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara) announced Puerto-Rican superstar Bad Bunny as its halftime show headliner, the cultural conversation kicked into high gear. While many hailed the choice as historic and inclusive, a petition quickly gained traction demanding his replacement — spotlighting tensions around representation, music, identity, … Continued
A woman in west London was handed a £150 fixed penalty notice after pouring the remnants of a coffee from her reusable cup into a street drain near Richmond station. The fine, issued under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 Section 33, makes it an offence to dispose of waste in a way likely to pollute … Continued
When you strap on a pair of Adidas sneakers or see tracksuits with parallel stripes, you’re looking at one of the most recognizable design motifs in sports and fashion. But behind those three lines lies a history of branding, innovation, and symbolism. Origins: From Utility to Identity The three-stripe mark goes back to the company’s … Continued
Twelve-year-old North West, daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, has stirred a wave of online discussion after posting TikTok videos showing herself with what appear to be face tattoos, piercings, blue braids, and coloured contacts. While many of the adornments are reportedly fake, the visuals triggered questions about childhood style, parenting, and how far is “too … Continued
In a recent conversation for Rolling Stone’s Musicians on Musicians series, Janelle Monáe made headlines by saying she traveled back in time to the 1970s to witness David Bowie performing as Ziggy Stardust. The remark, made casually in her chat with Lucy Dacus, left Dacus visibly puzzled and the internet buzzing. The Monáe Moment That … Continued