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Undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk claimed a second victory over Tyson Fury, with minimal damage compared to their first fight, as he sported minimal bruising under his eyes after their rematch. Fury, frustrated by the judges' decision, expressed his disappointment and hinted at a possible retirement from boxing following his second consecutive loss to Usyk. Despite Fury's preparation and confidence in his performance, Usyk's defense and skill ultimately secured him another unanimous decision victory, leaving...

Despite being released 24 years ago, How The Grinch Stole Christmas remains a holiday staple with merchandise available in stores like Primark. Rumors of Jim Carrey reprising his role as The Grinch were debunked, with the actor previously discussing the challenging makeup process, which made him consider quitting the film. Carrey endured the grueling makeup application with the help of a CIA expert and coping mechanisms like smoking and listening to the Bee Gees, showcasing...

Your support helps The Independent cover important stories like reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, with a focus on factual reporting. Your donation allows journalists to report on both sides of the story, ensuring quality journalism is accessible to all Americans. Tyson Fury disputed Oleksandr Usyk's unanimous points victory in their rematch, calling it an early Christmas gift, while Usyk expressed interest in a rematch with Daniel Dubois after retaining his titles. Full Article

During the Christmas period, TV will be airing a selection of amazing films, including Meet Me In St Louis on BBC Two, The Grinch on ITV1, and It’s A Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie on ITV2. The Holiday will be on Channel 4, Moana on BBC One, and the quintessential Christmas film, It’s A Wonderful Life, will also be shown. These films offer a variety of genres and themes, providing entertainment for all audiences during...

Jeff Bezos, 60, is set to marry Lauren Sánchez, 55, in Aspen the weekend after Christmas, with their nuptials planned for December 28 at Kevin Costner’s 160-acre Dunbar Ranch. The extravagant event is rumored to cost $600 million, with guests staying at the St Regis Hotel and private mansions, and the couple keeping details under wraps with strict non-disclosure agreements and outsourcing vendors from around the country. The celebration is expected to be a weekend...

Mariah Carey's iconic song "All I Want For Christmas Is You" has achieved a record-breaking 16th week on Billboard's number one spot, earning over $100 million. Co-written in just 15 minutes with songwriter Walter Afanasieff, the song quickly became a Christmas classic due to its simplicity and unique chords. While the core of the song was completed quickly, the polishing process took a few extra hours, resulting in a hit that continues to be popular...