Pupils at Airdrie school Chapelside Primary perform ‘Shrek The Musical JR’ production

Jay-Z and Beyoncé attended the premiere of "Mufasa: The Lion King" in Los Angeles, but Jay-Z was accused of raping a 13-year-old girl with Sean “Diddy” Combs over 20 years ago. Jay-Z denied the allegations, calling them "heinous" and accusing the accuser's lawyer of attempting to blackmail him. The situation has sparked a media circus, with social media users divided in their opinions on the allegations. Full Article

A no-fly zone has been imposed over Hampden Park for the Celtic and Rangers Premier Sports Cup final clash on Sunday afternoon, with police banning drones from flying within one nautical mile of the stadium between 1pm and 7pm. The Old Firm clubs will meet for the 17th time in a League Cup final, with the winners lifting the 50th League Cup won by one of the Glasgow teams. Police Scotland announced the ban extends...

Over the past two decades, the author has dedicated her career to understanding and addressing the challenges faced by young women, founding ROX and researching the lives of over 50,000 girls. Drawing from personal experiences of struggling with societal expectations and body image issues, she highlights the ongoing struggle girls face to be heard and accepted. The author's recent research reveals troubling trends of girls silencing themselves and experiencing declining confidence, impacting their potential and...

Unsplash users reflect on what they would tell their younger selves, with advice ranging from taking care of teeth to embracing creativity and freedom. Suggestions include prioritizing mental health through creative pursuits, enjoying the freedom of youth before adult responsibilities set in, and learning to be comfortable with oneself. Overall, the key takeaways are to prioritize self-care, pursue personal growth, and cherish moments of freedom and self-discovery. Full Article

Nicole Kidman stars in the new movie Babygirl, a kinky erotic thriller with Christmas references, where she plays a powerful CEO who risks everything for a passionate affair with a younger intern. The film, initially set in the summer, was reworked into a Christmas movie due to production delays, with Kidman and co-star Harris Dickinson both embracing the holiday theme. While it will be released in the USA on Christmas Day, UK audiences will have...

Rayda Almehdi from Dublin expresses optimism about the possibility of returning to Syria now that the Assad regime has fallen, reflecting on the surreal nature of the situation and the impact on displaced Syrians. Ghaith Shaal, a software engineer in Ireland, rediscovers hope of reuniting with a friend who disappeared during an anti-Assad protest, while his family eagerly anticipates visiting their homeland after years of exile. Rafea Marouf, who arrived in Ireland in 2020, acknowledges...