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Sabrina Carpenter is taking a firm stand against critics of her sexual expression in music and live performances. In a candid new Rolling Stone cover interview, the Grammy-winning artist addressed the backlash she’s received for the sensuality in her lyrics and shows, particularly the viral moments during her Short n’ Sweet Tour. ‎ Sabrina Carpenter defends her sexy songs and viral tour moments, says fans made them popular. New album Man’s Best Friend drops August 29. ‎Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images ‎ ‎Carpenter, whose latest single “Manchild” has already generated buzz ahead of her upcoming album Man’s Best Friend, says the controversy surrounding her sultry material is often misplaced. ‎ ‎“It’s always so funny to me when people complain. They’re like, ‘All she does is sing about this.’ But those are the songs that you’ve made popular,” Carpenter told Rolling Stone. “Clearly you love sex. You’re obsessed with it. It’s in my show.” ‎ ‎A focal point of criticism has been t...

‎Love is officially in the air for British pop sensation Dua Lipa and actor Callum Turner. The Grammy-winning singer has confirmed that she is engaged to the Fantastic Beasts star, putting an end to months of speculation that began when she was spotted wearing a dazzling diamond ring late last year. ‎ ‎ Callum Turner and Dua Lipa at The 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York, New York. ‎Gilbert Flores ‎ ‎In an exclusive interview with British Vogue published on Thursday, June 12, Dua Lipa shared the joyful news: “Yeah, we’re engaged. It’s very exciting,” she revealed. “This decision to grow old together, to see a life and just, I don’t know, be best friends forever – it’s a really special feeling.” ‎ ‎The engagement ring, which has captured public attention since Christmas, was a custom creation. Turner enlisted the help of Dua’s inner circle—including her sister Rina—to desig...

‎Sabrina Carpenter’s provocative album cover for her upcoming release Man’s Best Friend has ignited a firestorm of discourse — not only across social media, but also on national television. On Thursday, June 12, the women of The View weighed in on whether the artwork, which features the pop star on all fours beneath a man gripping her hair, is a bold act of subversive feminism or a problematic example of modern-day sexism. ‎ ‎‎ Sabrina Carpenter's Man’s Best Friend cover sparks fierce feminist vs. sexist debate on The View and social media ahead of August 29 release. ‎Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images ‎ ‎Alyssa Farah Griffin defended Carpenter, calling the backlash overblown. “Oh, boo-hoo,” she said. “If you listen to her music, she’s a feminist. It’s all about women’s empowerment. Her newest single, Manchild, is literally just about men who are useless and refuse to grow up.” ‎ ‎Griffin even compared the controversy to early reactions to Britney Spears in the late ’90s, s...

‎Sabrina Carpenter has officially turned the page on one of the internet's most speculated celebrity love triangles. In her latest Rolling Stone cover story, the singer-actress addressed the infamous “Drivers License” drama that erupted in 2021, involving Olivia Rodrigo and Joshua Bassett. What once seemed like the defining narrative of Carpenter’s career is now merely a footnote in the rise of a pop powerhouse. ‎ ‎ Sabrina Carpenter attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. ‎Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images ‎ ‎For the uninitiated, Rodrigo’s chart-topping debut single, “Drivers License,” appeared to allude to a rumored breakup between Rodrigo and Bassett, with Carpenter painted as the “blonde girl” referenced in the lyrics. As speculation mounted, the “Espresso” singer became the target of internet backlash, often framed as the “other woman.” But as Carpenter told Rolling ...

Mariah Carey made a triumphant return to the live stage at the 2025 BET Awards with a breathtaking television debut of her new single, “Type Dangerous.” Held at the Peacock Theater at L.A. Live and hosted by Kevin Hart, the star-studded event featured an unforgettable Club Mariah segment, curated by D-Nice and headlined by the pop icon herself. ‎ ‎ Mariah Carey performs onstage at the BET Awards 2025 held at the Peacock Theater on June 09, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. ‎Christopher Polk ‎ ‎D-Nice opened the set with a nostalgic medley of Carey’s timeless hits, including “Fantasy,” “Obsessed,” and “Heartbreaker.” Then, in true diva fashion, the Songbird Supreme appeared with her signature whistle tone, igniting thunderous applause as a troupe of male dancers in white suits surrounded her. ‎ ‎With theatrical flair, Carey sang the opening lines of “Type Dangerous,” removing her white trench coat to reveal a shimmering gold dress that sparkled under the stage lights. The per...

HBO has officially announced several pivotal additions to the cast of its much-anticipated Harry Potter television series, a faithful adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s iconic book saga. Among the newly revealed actors are those set to portray the Malfoy family and the Dursleys—two of the most recognizable families in the wizarding and muggle worlds. ‎ ‎ 'Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets' (2002): Alan Rickman with Tom Felton as Draco Malfoy. ‎Warner Brothers/Courtesy Everett Collection ‎ ‎The streaming giant has cast Lox Pratt as Draco Malfoy, Johnny Flynn as Lucius Malfoy, and Bel Powley as Petunia Dursley. Daniel Rigby joins as the blustering Vernon Dursley, while Bertie Carvel takes on the role of Cornelius Fudge. Also joining the cast are Katherine Parkinson as Molly Weasley, Leo Earley as Seamus Finnigan, Alessia Leoni as Parvati Patil, and Sienna Moosah as Lavender Brown. ‎ HBO unveils new cast for Harry Potter series, including the Malfoys and Du...

Broadway’s biggest night honored innovation, legacy, and emotional storytelling as Maybe Happy Ending won Best Musical at the 2025 Tony Awards. The show also claimed five additional honors, making it the evening’s most awarded production. ‎ ‎Sarah Snook, Cole Escola, Darren Criss and Nicole Scherzinger. ‎Getty Images (4) ‎ ‎Hosted by Cynthia Erivo, the ceremony celebrated theatrical excellence with top prizes going to Purpose (Best Revival of a Play), Sunset Blvd. (Best Revival of a Musical), and, in a surprise twist, Eureka Day as Best Play. ‎ ‎Darren Criss earned his first Tony Award for his leading role in Maybe Happy Ending, while Nicole Scherzinger won Best Leading Actress in a Musical for Sunset Blvd.. In the play categories, Sarah Snook (The Picture of Dorian Gray) and Cole Escola (Oh, Mary!) took home the lead acting honors. ‎ ‎Tied with 10 nominations, Maybe Happy Ending, Buena Vista Social Club, and Death Becomes Her led the field going into the evening. Buena Vis...

‎For Tesla shareholders, Elon Musk’s alignment—and subsequent fallout—with Donald Trump has evolved into a double disaster. The saga unfolded in two dramatic acts: the first, a protracted decline as Musk immersed himself in the federal initiative dubbed "DOGE," aligning Tesla’s CEO with far-right figures and alienating global consumers. The second, a sudden freefall ignited by a public feud with Trump himself, culminating in a catastrophic 14.3% stock plunge that erased $153 billion in Tesla’s market value. ‎ Musk's Trump fallout sends Tesla stock spiraling. His erratic leadership and political feuds now threaten Tesla’s future and $800B market premium. ‎Getty Images ‎ ‎From January to May, Musk’s political immersion distracted from critical challenges facing Tesla—declining market share in China, plummeting EV sales in Europe, and intensifying global competition. Rather than steadying the EV giant, Musk doubled down on personnel cuts while his attention remai...

‎Love Island USA Season 7 has taken an unexpected turn just days after its premiere, as contestant Yulissa Escobar has exited the villa without explanation. The announcement came during episode two on Wednesday night, when series narrator Iain Stirling revealed, “Yulissa has left the villa,” about 18 minutes into the episode. ‎ Yulissa Escobar in 'Love Island USA.' ‎Ben Symons/PEACOCK ‎ ‎Escobar was initially coupled up with fellow Islander Ace Greene, who was later confirmed to be single following her sudden departure. While neither Peacock nor the show’s producers have issued an in-depth statement, a spokesperson echoed Stirling’s words in a comment provided to The Hollywood Reporter. ‎ ‎Though the reason for Escobar’s departure hasn’t been officially disclosed, it comes shortly after resurfaced podcast clips circulated online in which Escobar allegedly used racial slurs, including the N-word. The clips, obtained by TMZ, have drawn significant backlash across soc...

‎A forensic audio and video expert and a close friend of Cassie Ventura delivered explosive testimony Wednesday in the federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs. The testimonies provided damning insights into Combs’ alleged abuse, supported by graphic footage and firsthand accounts. ‎ ‎Forensic expert and Cassie Ventura’s friend testify in Diddy sex trafficking trial, revealing violent abuse, surveillance, and unedited sex videos. ‎Ricky Vigil M/Justin E Palmer/GC Images/Getty Images ‎ ‎Forensic analyst Frank Piazza took the stand to explain his role in the investigation. Hired by the federal government at a rate of $295/hour, Piazza testified that he analyzed cell phone videos, hotel surveillance footage, and ten “sex videos” pulled from a laptop tied to Combs' pseudonym “Frank Black.” He told jurors the video files — including footage of the 2016 Intercontinental Hotel assault on Ventura — were not tampered with. The playback had simply been...

‎Former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre is urging Americans to reimagine their political identities and “embrace life as independents,” in what is being called a bold and revealing new memoir. ‎ ‎Karine Jean-Pierre’s new book “Independent” urges voters to rethink U.S. party lines and details Biden’s 2024 exit and Democratic rifts. ‎NurPhoto via Getty Images ‎ ‎Jean-Pierre, who served as the face of the Biden administration and previously held roles in President Obama’s White House, outlines her dramatic political pivot in her upcoming book, “Independent: A Look Inside a Broken White House, Outside the Party Lines,” set for release in October through Legacy Lit, an imprint of Hachette Book Group. ‎ ‎The book is positioned as a searing critique of the entrenched two-party system in the United States and details the former press secretary’s disillusionment with the Democratic Party. Promotional materials describe the work as a “groundbreaking, revelatory assessm...

‎Blumhouse Productions has officially announced the development of a feature film based on the viral horror video game Phasmophobia, marking the studio’s latest foray into the world of video game adaptations. The film will be co-produced by Blumhouse and Atomic Monster, the production company helmed by acclaimed horror filmmaker James Wan, in collaboration with the game’s original developer, Kinetic Games Limited. ‎ ‎' Phasmophobia. ' ‎Kinetic Games ‎ ‎Unveiled during the inaugural “Business of Fear” event in Hollywood, the project underscores Blumhouse’s strategic focus on adapting popular horror gaming IPs with built-in fanbases. While no distributor or theatrical release date has been confirmed, the announcement follows the massive success of Five Nights at Freddy’s, which grossed $291 million globally despite a simultaneous streaming release on Peacock. ‎ ‎Originally released in early access in 2020, Phasmophobia quickly became a cultural and streaming sensation...

‎Hailey Bieber has never been a stranger to online scrutiny. Often pitted against Selena Gomez and accused of meticulously orchestrating her marriage to Justin Bieber, the model has remained relatively quiet — until now. ‎ Hailey Bieber attends the 2023 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on March 12, 2023 in Beverly Hills, Calif. ‎Amy Sussman/Getty Images ‎ ‎A viral Vogue “What’s in My Bag” interview showcased a side of Hailey rarely seen by the public: sarcastic, self-aware, and unbothered. As she pulled items from her purse, she addressed — with biting humor — nearly every conspiracy theory the internet has thrown her way. ‎ ‎Holding up multiple phones, Hailey deadpanned, “These are a couple more that I keep on me, and I really just use them for a lot of the simple stuff, like surfing anonymously, commenting, stalking, viewing girls’ pages, making multiple accounts… You know, that kind of thing.” ‎ ‎That sly ...

‎Phil Robertson, the iconic bearded patriarch of A&E Network’s hit reality series Duck Dynasty and the visionary behind Duck Commander, has died at the age of 79. His family confirmed the news Sunday through a heartfelt Facebook post by daughter-in-law Korie Robertson. ‎ Phil Robertson of “Duck Dynasty” speaking at the Republican Leadership Conference in New Orleans in 2014. ‎Edmund D. Fountain/The New York Times ‎ ‎"We celebrate today that our father, husband, and grandfather, Phil Robertson, is now with the Lord," Korie wrote. "We are grateful for the love and prayers of so many whose lives have been impacted by his life." ‎ ‎The family had previously shared that Robertson was battling Alzheimer’s disease, diagnosed late last year. Though the exact cause of death has not yet been disclosed, his passing marks the end of a remarkable life steeped in faith, family, and American tradition. ‎ ‎A pioneer in the hunting industry, Phil Robertson revolution...

‎Amazon Prime Video has officially canceled The Wheel of Time after three seasons, bringing an abrupt end to one of the platform’s most ambitious fantasy television adaptations. Based on Robert Jordan’s internationally best-selling The Wheel of Time book series, the show was a flagship project for Prime Video, developed in partnership with Sony Pictures Television and Amazon MGM Studios. ‎ Rosamund Pike in 'The Wheel of Time' season three. ‎Courtesy of Prime ‎ ‎The third season, which premiered its finale on April 17, was primarily adapted from The Shadow Rising, the fourth book in Jordan’s expansive 14-novel saga. Despite significant narrative momentum and deep fan engagement, Amazon’s decision signals a sharp pivot away from the longform fantasy storytelling it once embraced. ‎ ‎A Sudden Halt to a Growing Story ‎ ‎Rafe Judkins, the series showrunner and executive producer, had previously expressed concerns about the show’s uncertain future. In a recent interview w...

‎Music legend Billy Joel has been diagnosed with Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH), a rare neurological condition affecting the brain. The 75-year-old singer-songwriter made the announcement Friday via his official social media channels, revealing that the disorder has worsened due to recent concert activity, prompting the cancellation of his upcoming stadium tour. ‎ ‎' Billy Joel. ' ‎Ethan Miller/Getty Images ‎ ‎A statement released by Joel’s team detailed the impact of NPH on the iconic performer. “This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision and balance,” the message read. “Under his doctor’s instructions, Billy is undergoing specific physical therapy and has been advised to refrain from performing during this recovery period. Billy is thankful for the excellent care he is receiving and is fully committed to prioritizing his health.” ‎ ‎Joel himself addressed his fans directly: “I’m sincerely sorry...

On Thursday, Grammy-winning rapper and actor Kid Cudi delivered pivotal testimony in the federal sex trafficking and racketeering case against Sean “Diddy” Combs — detailing everything he said about a firebombed Porsche, an alleged home invasion, and a dangerous love triangle involving R&B artist Cassie Ventura. ‎ ‎ Kid Cudi leaves the federal court after appearing at the Sean "Diddy" Combs sex trafficking trial in New York City on May 22, 2025. ‎Timothy A. Clary/AFP via Getty Images ‎ ‎In a packed Manhattan courtroom, Cudi — born Scott Mescudi — told jurors he believes Diddy was behind the arson attack that destroyed his Porsche 911 in 2012. He also said the Bad Boy Records founder unlawfully entered his Los Angeles home in 2011 after discovering both men were romantically linked to Ventura. ‎ ‎Here’s everything Kid Cudi said under oath: ‎ ‎• He met Ventura in 2008 through the music industry, and the two became close friends before starting a romantic relatio...

Grammy-winning rapper and actor Kid Cudi testified Thursday in federal court that he believes Sean “Diddy” Combs was behind the 2012 firebombing of his Porsche 911 — a retaliatory act, he claims, fueled by a love triangle involving R&B singer Cassie Ventura. ‎ ‎' Kid Cudi. ' ‎Dominique Charriau/WireImage ‎ ‎Scott Mescudi, known professionally as Kid Cudi, took the stand as a witness in Combs’ sex trafficking and racketeering trial currently underway in Manhattan federal court. Prosecutors have charged the hip-hop mogul in a five-count indictment that alleges Combs orchestrated a criminal enterprise to facilitate sex trafficking, forced labor, kidnapping, arson, bribery, and obstruction of justice. Combs has pleaded not guilty to all charges. ‎ ‎According to Mescudi’s sworn testimony, tensions ignited after Combs discovered that both men had been romantically involved with Ventura, who was signed to Combs’ Bad Boy Records. The situation allegedly escalated when C...

Clinical and forensic psychologist Dr. Dawn Hughes took the stand today in the federal sex trafficking trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs, offering jurors expert insight into the emotional and psychological toll of abusive long-term relationships. Her testimony marks a significant moment in the high-profile case, which continues to expose disturbing allegations against the music mogul. ‎ ‎' Sean Combs. ' ‎Christopher Polk/Variety via Getty Images ‎ ‎Hughes, a renowned expert in interpersonal violence and trauma, has served as an expert witness in landmark cases including those of R. Kelly, NXIVM cult leader Keith Raniere, and the Johnny Depp-Amber Heard defamation trial. Her appearance today served to contextualize the complex psychological dynamics at play in abusive relationships — dynamics that prosecutors allege were central to Combs’ interactions with ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura and others. ‎ ‎“Victims of domestic violence often remain with their abusers because they...

Contrary to widespread headlines declaring Selena Gomez a billionaire, the former Disney star and multi-hyphenate entrepreneur isn’t quite there yet. According to a recent investigation by Forbes, Gomez’s net worth is closer to $700 million—not the $1.3 billion figure previously reported by Bloomberg and echoed by many media outlets. ‎ ‎' Selena Gomez. ' ‎Emma McIntyre via Getty Images ‎ ‎This recalibration in valuation comes amid financial turbulence at Wondermind, the mental health startup Gomez co-founded in 2021 alongside her mother, Mandy Teefey, and Daniella Pierson. Over the weekend, Forbes revealed the startup failed to pay employees, freelancers, and vendors in recent weeks. Nine employees were laid off in early May, and CEO Teefey reportedly took out a personal loan against her home to cover debts. ‎ ‎The financial trouble sparked public debate: If Selena Gomez is truly a billionaire, why couldn’t she step in to save her own company? ‎ ‎The answer lies in ...