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A Monet masterpiece, The Petit Bras of the Seine at Argenteuil, painted in 1872, will be exhibited at four galleries in England, starting with the Ferens Art Gallery in Hull. This rare opportunity to see the artwork outside of London is part of the National Gallery's "Masterpiece" tour, which includes immersive sensory experiences for disabled visitors. The painting will be on display in Hull for three months from June 19 next year, following stops in...

In 2023, James Corden discussed his character Smithy from Gavin & Stacey, imagining an alternate scenario where Smithy ends up with Sonia instead of Nessa. However, other cast members revealed that Smithy's complex relationship with Nessa was ultimately more significant. In the final episode, Smithy runs away from his wedding to Sonia to be with Nessa, showcasing the depth of their connection. Laura Aikman, who played Sonia, kept her role a secret during filming to...

Benedict Cumberbatch has revealed that he regrets his role as a non-binary fashion model in the film Zoolander 2, which sparked backlash from the LGBTQ+ community. The actor has apologized for the role and acknowledged the negative impact it had. The film was a box office flop and received criticism for its portrayal of non-binary individuals, leading Cumberbatch to express regret and reflect on the importance of casting trans actors in such roles. Full Article

Family psychotherapist Fiona Yassin warns against telling children to "stop crying," as it can invalidate their emotions and lead to long-term emotional repression, potentially resulting in harmful behaviors. Yassin emphasizes the importance of validating children's feelings and providing a safe space for emotional expression, suggesting alternative phrases like "I can see that you have some big feelings. Would you like to share them with me?" to support healthy emotional development. Full Article

Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford have agreed to a super-fight at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas in September for Canelo's 168lb super-middleweight world titles, marking the first boxing event at the 65,000-seat stadium. Canelo may first face IBF champion William Skull to reclaim his undisputed throne before fighting Crawford, who recently moved up to super-welterweight and would need to jump two divisions to challenge Canelo. The highly anticipated bout between the pound-for-pound superstars is expected...

Caffeine from coffee and tea can take 2-12 hours to leave your system, with an average half-life of 5 hours. Experts recommend limiting caffeine intake after lunch to avoid sleep disruptions, as caffeine can be found in various beverages and foods. The NHS advises not to exceed 400mg of caffeine a day, while pregnant women should limit intake to 200mg or less. Full Article