'I swapped nursing for erotic fiction – but I won't let mum read my books'

In June 1995, a 32ft statue of Michael Jackson was floated down the River Thames in London to promote his album HIStory: Past, Present and Future, Book I, as part of a global campaign featuring ten such statues. Thirty years later, Jackson remains a controversial figure, and some of these fibreglass statues still stand in various locations worldwide. Need More Context? 🔎

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has expressed that he believes Kneecap's upcoming performance at Glastonbury Festival is "not appropriate" following a court appearance by member Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, who faces a terror charge for allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag at a prior event. Starmer emphasized the need for clarity on such threats, particularly due to the ongoing legal proceedings. Need More Context? 🔎

Laika's beloved film ParaNorman will return to theaters this Halloween in remastered RealD 3D, alongside the premiere of a new short film, ParaNorman: The Thrifting, featuring Anna Kendrick and Finn Wolfhard. The limited theatrical run begins on October 23, following the success of last year's Coraline re-release, inviting audiences to rediscover this cult classic. Need More Context? 🔎

A new featurette for the film adaptation of Stephen King’s The Life of Chuck showcases its remarkable supporting cast, including Heather Langenkamp, Mia Sara, and Matthew Lillard, emphasizing their contributions to the film. Directed by Mike Flanagan, the movie, described as an apocalyptic It’s a Wonderful Life, tells the life story of Charles Krantz in reverse, exploring themes of joy and connection amidst chaos, and is currently in theaters. Need More Context? 🔎

Welsh actress Kimberley Nixon, known for her role in Channel 4's Fresh Meat, expressed relief after being diagnosed with autism and ADHD, stating a "huge weight has been lifted off my shoulders." Following the birth of her son during the 2020 pandemic, she struggled with perinatal OCD, leading to intense anxiety that lasted two and a half years before prompting her to seek a diagnosis. Need More Context? 🔎

Ian 'H' Watkins, a member of the pop band Steps, received an award at the British LGBT Awards for his contributions to the LGBTQ+ community, particularly for organizing pride events and advocating for same-sex parents. As the founder of Cowbridge Pride in Wales, he expressed that receiving this honor was an "emotional" moment for him. Need More Context? 🔎