Paul Danan died by 'misadventure' after taking drugs

Banksy's latest graffiti art has been unveiled, featuring a lighthouse stenciled on a beige wall accompanied by the phrase "I want to be what you saw in me." The artwork includes a false shadow cast by a nearby bollard, creating an optical illusion that connects the lighthouse to ordinary street furniture. While the precise location of the piece remains unknown, speculation on social media suggests it may be in Marseille, France, prompting discussions about its...

EA has officially canceled its single-player Black Panther game, leading to the closure of Cliffhanger Games before it could launch any titles. This decision is part of a larger restructuring at EA, which has seen significant layoffs and a shift in focus towards more profitable projects, as stated by EA's President Laura Miele. Despite the disappointment for Marvel fans, other projects like Skydance New Media's Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra remain in development, while EA...

Hideo Kojima recently shared his thoughts after watching Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning in IMAX, asserting that Tom Cruise represents the last true defender of the cinematic experience. He emphasized that the film transcends its plot, portraying Cruise as a man risking everything to preserve cinema in a digital age. Kojima expressed hope for the series to continue, viewing it as Cruise's ongoing battle to keep theaters alive, thus illustrating the mythic nature of...

Hailey Bieber is selling her makeup brand Rhode to e.l.f. Beauty in a deal valued at up to $1 billion (£740 million). Co-founded in 2022, Rhode has rapidly expanded, generating over $200 million in net sales in the past year, with plans to launch in Sephora stores in the US and UK. e.l.f. Beauty described Rhode as "a beautiful brand" poised for significant growth following the acquisition. Full Article

SummaryRadio 1 presenter Jamie Laing will co-host the station's afternoon show with his wife, Sophie Habboo, who will cover for Jamie's current partner, Vick Hope, during her maternity leave for three weeks. Following this period, Sophie will be replaced by existing presenters Sam MacGregor and Danni Diston, while social media star GK Barry will take over their weekend show. Jamie and Sophie, known for their roles on Made in Chelsea, also co-host the popular NewlyWeds...

Writers including Zadie Smith, Ian McEwan, and Russell T Davies have signed an open letter, endorsed by over 400 authors and organizations, calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. The letter describes Israel's military actions as "genocidal" and urges a collective response to the ongoing crisis. Israel, aiming to dismantle Hamas and rescue hostages, has denied genocide allegations, which are currently under review by the International Court of Justice. Full Article