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JK Rowling defends transgender comments and reveals she survived sexual assault
I disagree with Jo's comments. Mrs Edwards told the BBC the decision to drop Rowling House "doesn't mean we take a viewpoint on either side" on transgender issues , but that the author's contribution to the debate did not meet their ethos of inclusivity. [Full Article...]
Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales Suits up for Holiday 2020
It isn't clear if it's a full-on sequel or not yet, but what is clear is that players will take on the role of Miles Morales this time. Miles is normally seen as the student to the Peter Parker Spiderman , with plenty of unique powers of his own. [Full Article...]
Malaika Arora’s Building Sealed after Resident Tests Positive for COVID-19
According to reports, the building of the 46-year-old actress was sealed on June 8 immediately after a resident tested positive. While her future father-in-law Boney Kapoor's house was unsealed after the end of 14 days home-quarantine period, Malaika will have to go through this additional boredom for over 11 days. [Full Article...]
Lady Antebellum Changes Name and Apologizes for "Hurt" Band Caused
The trio says it is "regretful and embarrassed" not to have taken associations with the slavery era into account when choosing the name a decade and a half ago. In wake of the name change, the band members: Hillary Scott , Dave Haywood and Charles Kelley , pledged to make a donation towards the Equal Justice Initiative through their own charity foundation, LadyAID . [Full Article...]
Anna Kendrick compares filming Twilight to 'surviving hostage situation'
While discussing her film career in an interview with Vanity Fair , the actress revealed being on set of the first film of the beloved teen fantasy franchise was like a traumatic "bonding event" for the cast due to the rainy weather in OR where the flick was shot. [Full Article...]
Beyoncé likely to sign $100 million deal with Disney for upcoming projects
Beyoncé has become a major player for Disney and is the flawless fit for their brand. As per the report, the new deal will see Beyonce appearing on the soundtrack for Marvel film Black Panther 2 which is due for release next year. "The negotiations are still ongoing but it's the final details that are being thrashed out now". Bey goes way back with Disney, having appeared as Alice In Wond... [Full Article...]
This Is Us Writer Jas Waters' Cause of Death Revealed
Along with Dan Fogelman , Mandy Moore sent her own comment out for Jas Waters' family and friends, noting, "Sending love and light to [Jas'] family and loved ones". "By the time I was 8 or 9, I was like Roger Ebert". When the second counsellor described traits of adopted children and what happens as they grow older, it hit so close to home. [Full Article...]
Queen Elizabeth makes first public video call to mark Carers Week
During the call, she heard about the isolation and difficulties carers have been facing through the pandemic. 'She was listening to what we were saying and paraphrasing it back to us. Miss Atkins said: 'The Queen actually took it in her stride as well. Alexandra added the monarch took her first video call "in her stride", and she was listening intently and with empathy to the carers' stori... [Full Article...]