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Charli XCX’s β€˜Guess’ remix ft Billie Eilish sparks controversy

Charli XCX’s β€˜Guess’ remix ft Billie Eilish sparks controversy

Billie’s recent collaboration with Charli is hugely popular worldwide. Its sapphic lyrics have drawn backlash, however, and the popstar is facing accusations of predatory behaviour –highlighting the complexities of celebrity sexuality and public perception. Billie Eilish, the Grammy-award-winning artist who’s best known for her haunting melodies and introspective lyrics, has once again captured public attention with her latest musical offering. Earlier this month, she collaborated with Charli...

By Delhi, India
What’s the meaning behind Banksy’s latest stunt?

What’s the meaning behind Banksy’s latest stunt?

The anonymous street artist has claimed credit for three consecutive animal-themed artworks in three days. One theory is circulating on social media that the β€˜London Zoo’ collection (as its been dubbed) reflects the parlous state of the UK amid ongoing far-right riots nationwide. This week, a number of animal-themed artworks have popped up around London. On Monday, a goat teetering on a ledge with rocks tumbling down beneath...

By London, UK
Why is The 1975 facing a lawsuit?

Why is The 1975 facing a lawsuit?

The British rock band has been sued for $2.4 million by Good Vibes Festival in Malaysia over frontman Matty Healy’s protest against the country’s harsh anti-LGBTQ+ laws last July. The organiser of Malaysia’s Good Vibes Festival has followed through with its threat to sue the 1975 and all its members individually for breaching their contract. Future Sound Asia is seeking damages of $2.4 million (Β£1.9m), following frontman Matty Healy’s

By London, UK
Diddy faces new sexual assault allegation by sixth accuser

Diddy faces new sexual assault allegation by sixth accuser

Music mogul and personality Sean β€˜Diddy’ Combs has faced continual accusations of sexual assault over the last six months, including a recent leaked CCTV video. Now, a sixth accuser has come forward. TW: This article includes references and descriptions of sexual violence and assault. Reader discretion is advised. Rapper and record producer Sean β€˜Diddy’ Combs has been hit with a wave of sexual assault accusations over the past six...

By Bristol, UK