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Writer Bee Gul calls out worrying hypocrisy in how Pakistani TV censors male bodies
Writer Bee Gul, the powerhouse behind Aik Aur Pakeezah, is worried about the hypocrisy with which Pakistani TV shows are censored. Speaking to Nadia Khan and Zohaib Ahmed on their show Rise & Shine, Gul drew contrasts between how her latest TV project was policed for morality and how other popular shows can get away with a whole lot more. The writer recalled receiving a great many objections to a scene in the first episode of Aik Aur Pakeezah where the male lead Faraz is shirtless — an impor...
Elle Duncan Says Don't Write Off Netflix Sports | The Deal
Elle Duncan has heard your criticism of Netflix’s MLB Opening Day Coverage. And as the streamer’s first sports anchor, she has something to say about it. In this episode of The Deal, Elle explains to Alex and Jason that there is a difference between constructive criticism and saying something is “too Netflix” and there’s a balance between eventizing sports and covering them. She also shares why she left ESPN after a decade and what it’s like to be on a desk with the notoriously anti-media Barry...
Review: In Philippa Gregory’s new novel, is Jane Boleyn a traitor or survivor?
Philippa Gregory has attained considerable fame, primarily due to writing historical novels about British royalty and nobility. Her work has made it to the big screen as well, most notably when Natalie Portman played the ill-fated Queen Anne Boleyn in The Other Boleyn Girl (2008). Her latest novelistic endeavour, Boleyn Traitor, focuses on the life of Jane Boleyn, Viscountess Rochford, who was married to Anne’s brother George. Jane was suspected of having betrayed both siblings, who ended up los...
Riz Ahmed’s Bait and the invention of the desi James Bond
Warning: this article contains spoilers for the show Bait Riz Ahmed’s new Amazon Prime show Bait released last week to critical acclaim. It tells the story of a young, struggling Pakistani-British actor, Shahjehan, whose name literally translates to ‘king of the world’. Despite the regality of his title, Shahjehan is always ironically one step behind in his goal to play the famous James Bond 007. His desire to play the glamorous character traditionally essayed by white British actors reflects th...
'Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style' exhibition to open at Buckingham Palace
The Royal Collection Trust has announced the opening of the “Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style”, an exhibition set to open at The King’s Gallery, Buckingham Palace on Saturday. The exhibition serves as a tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, showcasing the remarkable evolution of her style across 10 decades. It traces her journey “from birth to adulthood, from princess to queen, and from off-duty style to dressing for the global state” as described by the founda...
Kris Jenner goes viral in China as Gen Z’s 'good luck charm'
Kris Jenner was trending this week on Chinese social media, as images of the reality TV star captured the attention of local users. The phenomenon began when several accounts shared images of Jenner online. Within hours, fans started reposting them widely, praising her confidence, signature style, and commanding presence. Kris Jenner has gone viral as a good luck symbol on Chinese social media Users are setting her as their profile picture before exams and job interviews pic.twitter.co...
Kyle Sandilands claims he ‘suffered humiliation’ after he was sacked by Kiis FM over on-air spat with Jackie O
In court documents, shock jock also says the purported conduct was not persistent, lasting for 20 minutes on a single dayFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastKyle Sandilands suffered humiliation and loss of reputation when Kiis FM sacked him from his top-rating radio show for serious misconduct, according to documents filed in the federal court.Sandilands and his co-host, Jackie “O” Henderson, have commenced separate leg...
Bored retiree creates supersized household objects
Bored retiree creates supersized household objects2 days agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleJohn Devinein PeterboroughJohn Devine/BBCSteve Wainwright said his favourite creation was a 5ft-long (1.5m) pencilA DIY-fanatic who became bored after retiring has come up with an unusual way of filling his days - creating supersized models of everyday household items.In scenes reminiscent of '80s Hollywood blockbuster Honey, I Shrunk the Kids, Steve Wainwright lives in his home among huge objects...
Justin Bieber rumoured to perform early hits at Coachella
Justin Bieber is set to headline the 2026 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, marking a major comeback for the pop superstar. Fans have already taken to X with #bieberchella, as rumors swirl about the songs he’s rehearsed, potentially including hits from his debut album My World, such as Baby and One Less Lonely Girl. The buzz began when Coachella locals shared sneak peeks of Bieber’s rehearsal sessions ahead of this weekend’s performances. &...
The refreshing joy of 'Barclays': Rewatching 20 years of the Premier League
Is it just blind nostalgia, or was Premier League football really better 15 to 20 years ago, during the ‘Barclays’ era?Well, if you weren’t aware, now everybody can revisit those perceived glory years and form a full opinion.Earlier this season, the Premier League opened the vaults to give anybody with an email address free access to almost 20 years of matches in their entirety.Advertisement
Watch: Pope Leo XIV spins basketball on his finger, with help from Harlem Globetrotters
US exhibition squad, the Harlem Globetrotters, met the pontiff in the Vatican, helping him to spin a basketball on the tip of his finger.
Hit New Zealand comedy duo Flight of the Conchords reunion gigs sell out in minutes
Bret McKenzie and Jemaine Clement announce four shows at Wellington venue Meow Nui from next week – their first gigs since 2018New Zealand’s self-described “fourth most popular guitar-based digi-bongo-a cappella-rap-funk-comedy-folk duo” Flight of the Conchords sold out their first shows in eight years in minutes this week, sparking a frenzy among fans.Bret McKenzie and Jemaine Clement formed the musical comedy act in 1998, soaring to worldwide fame off the back of their HBO comedy series of the...
Mawra, Urwa Hocane talk crying on-screen, life behind the spotlight
One of Pakistan’s most famous sister duos, Mawra Hocane and Urwa Hocane, recently premiered on a local morning show to talk about Mawra’s much-discussed on-screen emotional performances and crying scenes. Host Nida Yasir praised Mawra, who is well-known for her ability to look graceful even while crying. “No one looks as beautiful in our industry crying”, said Nida. Urwa added “More than just being pretty, she does it in a way where the other person feels thos...
Five of Queen Elizabeth II's most iconic outfits - from new royal exhibit
Five of Queen Elizabeth II's most iconic outfits - from new royal exhibit9 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleAmy WalkerBBCShe was arguably the most famous woman of her time, and Queen Elizabeth II's style - though restrained and often conservative - was instantly recognisable.Just as she remained a constant presence during her 70 years on the throne, so did the show-stopping hats and bright coats of her public appearances, and the tweeds, tartans and headscarves of her off-...
Pain and Gain: The real-life story behind Miami's murderous Sun Gym gang
48 Hours Pain and Gain .chip { background-image: url('/fly/bundles/cbsnewscore/images/chip-bgd/chip-bgd-48-hours.jpg'); } By Troy Roberts Updated on: April 8, 2026 / 5:18 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google Produced by Chuck Stevenson, Jamie Stolz, Tamara Weitzman and Alicia TejadaMIAMI -- Zsuzsanna Griga will never forget the kidnapping of her brother, Frank, and his girlfriend, Krisztina Furton in 1995."...he loved fast cars, beautiful girls and life," Griga said. "She was very beautiful....
How Augusta National outwitted ticket resellers and kept door closed on Trump
One of the great lessons of the Masters is money only goes so far, with strict rules designed to keep out ticket toutsJeffrey Epstein’s web of influence stretched from European palaces to Ivy League universities and Wall Street banks, but there was apparently at least one little corner of the establishment that seems to have been beyond his reach: Augusta National. In July 2019, Epstein sent an iMessage to Steve Bannon asking for his help with a particularly difficult problem. “Need to work magi...
This male model sporting a crisp summer shirt isn't real. Will consumers care?
MoneyWatch This male model sporting a crisp summer shirt isn't real. Will consumers care? .chip { background-image: url('/fly/bundles/cbsnewscore/images/chip-bgd/chip-bgd-moneywatch.jpg'); } By Megan Cerullo Megan Cerullo Reporter, MoneyWatch Megan Cerullo is a New York-based reporter for CBS MoneyWatch covering small business, workplace, health care, consumer spending and personal finance topics. She regularly appears on CBS News 24/7 to discuss her reporting. Read Full Bio Megan Cerullo April...
'Titan of a man' - tributes to actor with MND who played Richard III in wheelchair
'Titan of a man' - tributes to actor with MND who played Richard III in wheelchair9 hours agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleAuryn CoxBBC News NIBBCMichael Campbell, also known as Michael Patrick, was diagnosed with MND in February 2023An actor with motor neurone disease (MND) who won one of the UK's biggest drama awards for a "legendary" performance as Richard III in a wheelchair has died aged 35.Michael Campbell, also known as Michael Patrick, was diagnosed with the...
Sophie Cunningham, Sue Bird to join WNBA studio coverage this season
WNBA broadcasts will have two more new voices in 2026.The league is adding multiple new broadcast partners as it kicks off an 11-year media rights deal valued at $2.2 billion, and that means new talent on the new networks, starting with Sophie Cunningham. The still-active seven-year WNBA veteran will be a part of USA Sports’ WNBA coverage in addition to playing this season, she announced Wednesday on Instagram.Advertisement
'Ketamine Queen' sentenced to 15 years in Matthew Perry overdose death
'Ketamine Queen' sentenced to 15 years in Matthew Perry overdose death7 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleNardine Saad,Los AngelesandSareen Habeshian,Los AngelesJasveen Sangha social mediaJasveen SanghaA Los Angeles woman dubbed the "Ketamine Queen" has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for selling drugs that led to the death of Friends actor Matthew Perry.Jasveen Sangha, 42, pleaded guilty last September to five charges, including one count of distributing ket...