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'They scream the choruses': How Japanese anime songs became Gen Z's latest musical obsession

In the past few years, there has been a significant transformation in the international music scene as Japanese anime songs, referred to as "anisongs," have gained outstanding popularity among young…

Superman review: 'Bursting with geeky weirdness'

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Superman review: Full of comic book weirdness

Emily Young

Superman's newest movie venture strides forward ambiguously into the forthcoming era of DC's superhero saga, mixing quirky humor with intense action in a film that appears both overloaded and lacking…

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UK clubs that barred women: Unpacking a controversial tradition

Emily Young

The custom of exclusive clubs has been a remarkable aspect of British society, where private membership establishments provide a space of comfort and social standing for their chosen members. For…

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Penguin responds it did all necessary due diligence for The Salt Path

Emily Young

Penguin, one of the world's leading publishing houses, has affirmed that it conducted all essential checks and due diligence processes before the release of "The Salt Path," a memoir that…

'I never imagined it would be banned': The ultra-violent, sexually explicit French thriller now being reappraised

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‘I never imagined it would be banned’: The ultra-violent French film critics are reappraising

Emily Young

In the world of cinema, some films leave a lasting impression not just for their artistry but for the intense debates they spark. One such film—a French thriller known for…

From India to Britain and back: The cartoonist who fought censors with a smile

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From India to Britain and back: A cartoonist’s tale of standing up to censorship

Emily Young

The narrative of a cartoonist's travels from India to Britain and back is more than simply an account of artistic pursuit—it reflects the lasting influence of satire, the hurdles to…

Jessie J reveals cancer operation success

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Jessie J confirms positive outcome after cancer operation

Emily Young

British singer and songwriter Jessie J has shared uplifting news with her fans, revealing that she has undergone a successful surgical procedure as part of her journey following a cancer…

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Lena Dunham on fatphobia, dating advice and her new London rom-com

Emily Young

Lena Dunham has consistently been a prominent figure of both innovation and debate in the entertainment industry. Recognized for her honest storytelling and fearless approach to subjects typically deemed sensitive,…

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Exploring the impact of ‘A Clockwork Orange’ on dystopian films

Emily Young

Stanley Kubrick's A Clockwork Orange (1971) represents a groundbreaking work in dystopian film, marked by bold stylistic decisions and deep thematic exploration. Based on Anthony Burgess’s 1962 book, the movie's…

Akon’s ambitious billion smart city in Senegal reportedly left unfinished

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Akon’s $6 billion smart city in Senegal reportedly halted

Emily Young

Akon, the Senegalese-American musician and entrepreneur, once captivated global headlines with his bold vision to build a futuristic, $6 billion smart city in his ancestral homeland of Senegal. Marketed as…