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Each year, the Cheltenham Festival attracts over 200,000 racegoers to the Regency town, featuring jubilant jockeys and celebrity-filled crowds. However, recent reports reveal a darker side, with more women feeling unsafe due to increased harassment, prompting the borough council to open a safe space for young people to escape unwanted attention. Women like Jo Surma have experienced catcalling, grabbing, and being followed home, making Cheltenham a no-go area for many during race week. Full Article

Russian troops are on the brink of pushing Ukrainian forces out of their foothold in Russia's Kursk region, where they seized land last August, holding it for over seven months amid intense fighting. Ukraine surprised the war by capturing a territory of 1,376 sq km, including 100 towns and villages, but Russian and North Korean forces have since recaptured almost 90% of the land. The conflict in Kursk highlights the ongoing struggle between Ukraine and...

Julie Nashawaty from Boston reunites with her 18-year-old senior cat Luna in a heartwarming TikTok video, despite Luna being a little deaf due to her age. Luna, a rescue cat with dementia, chirps in excitement upon seeing Nashawaty and her husband again, displaying clear signs of happiness and affection through her body language. The wholesome video has garnered nearly 280,000 likes online, with viewers expressing admiration for senior cats and their special bond with their...

Tim Dolighan's cartoon from March 13, 2025, is the subject of this article. The video failed to load, but viewers are encouraged to refresh their browsers or check out other videos from the team. The content of the cartoon is not provided in the summary. Full Article

Kate Hudson experienced a near wardrobe malfunction while promoting her Netflix show at the Paley Center for Media, with costar Justin Theroux stepping in to adjust her dress. Similarly, Amanda Seyfried revealed her own embarrassing wardrobe malfunction at the Critics Choice Awards, with her dress falling apart during a conversation with Glen Powell. Despite the mishap, Hudson continued promoting her show and Seyfried managed to handle the situation with humor and grace. Full Article

John Lewis reported a 73% increase in profits to £97m but will not pay staff a bonus for the third consecutive year. The retailer plans to invest in business and workers' pay instead, with a 7.4% pay rise for shop workers announced. New chairman Jason Tarry sees significant growth opportunities for both Waitrose and John Lewis brands. Full Article