English singer, songwriter, and actor; global pop icon with a string of chart-topping solo albums
Charli xcx has released Music, Fashion, Film, a 11-track project that blends electronic textures with guitar-driven moments. The artist has explained the release as a reflection on creativity, identity, and the pressures of fame, with responses to Brat and earlier projects.
The Office for National Statistics has reported UK CPI inflation at 2.6% in June, down from 2.8% in May and the lowest rate since March 2025. Petrol and diesel prices and food costs pulled the index lower, but analysts warn higher energy bills and renewed Middle East tensions will push inflation back up later this year.
Two legendary pop-R&B acts deliver a varied, high-energy night that blends classic hits with surprising depth, leaving the crowd in buoyant mood and acknowledging both artists’ long-standing influence on the genre.
A wave of polo shirts is shaping fashion and public life. From football managers and politicians to celebrities, the polo is crossing borders and industries. Sales and social buzz point to a sustained revival driven by preppy styling and casual formality.
AP and FRONTLINE investigations have shown that U.S. AI models, cloud and internet providers and satellite services have been used to run industrial-scale romance and investment scams based in Southeast Asian compounds. The tools have enabled multilingual fake personas, automated replies and performance tracking; device and routing data tie much traffic to U.S.-registered firms and to Starlink connections in Myanmar.
A Guardian feature details Kevin Kotoko and Austin Franklin, two Fox World Cup watchers who are stationed in a Times Square viewing cube for the tournament, offering a window into the surreal setup and the challenges of the assignment.
Ten years after Brexit, Europe has moved on while the UK contends with its legacy. EU states see Britain as an ex-partner navigating a changed landscape; the UK faces ongoing questions about economic model, immigration rules, and future ties. Readers are guided through how this shift shapes politics and daily life.
Fares and gas prices have climbed as jet fuel and gasoline costs rise amid geopolitical tensions. Airlines warn higher costs are flowing to consumers while holiday travel picks up, though driving remains a near-term alternative.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have married in a private ceremony at Madison Square Garden, their publicist has confirmed. The couple did not use bridesmaids or groomsmen; Austin Swift served as Man of Honor and Jason Kelce as Best Man. Adam Sandler officiated and both wore Christian Dior Haute Couture; Swift wore Cartier and Christian Louboutin shoes.
A BBC investigation finds that a product sold as a herbal sleep aid on Amazon was actually Zopiclone, a prescription drug. The user developed dependency and faced withdrawal; regulators are investigating while Amazon has removed the product.