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While we would all like to think that we've got what it takes to be a model, the truth of the matter is that we don't. However, for some people, they don't realise that they've got what it takes until they see themselves in an advertisement. This may sound unbelievable,…
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From the moment they first appeared onscreen together in Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope, Luke Skywalker and Princess Leia were a force to be reckoned with, possibly only rivalled by one other couple: Mark Hamill and Carrie Fisher. The two stars were together every step of the way in…
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Catcalling and wolf-whistling are not as innocent as some will have you believe. There are men out there who will happily shout a remark across the street at a stranger, just to let her know their opinion of their appearance - but it's rarely, if ever, a welcome comment. And…
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After taking some time off to vacation with his family, and go kitesurfing with Richard Branson, Barack Obama is stepping back into the spotlight. This year the former president and his wife Michelle signed a deal with Netflix to develop a series shows. The projects could include "scripted series, unscripted…
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If there's one thing we all love, it's a big celebrity feud. I can't exactly put my finger on why they're so compelling. Maybe it's because it's good to remind ourselves that celebrities are just as human as the rest of us and have feet of clay, because they can…
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From the moment Barack Obama became America's leader, we always had an inkling that he would be kind of cool to have around. Our suspicion appeared to be well-founded when, appearing on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, we watched him turn the news into a slow-jam song. It was…
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It's fair to say that the wedding of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry was the most important social event of the year. In fact, it still feels like we're reeling from the grandeur of that magical ceremony. Everything went perfectly ... well, almost perfectly. There was one cloud that managed to darken…
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Growing up, many little girls and boys already know what they want to do with their lives. Some dream of becoming doctors, having some people's very existence in their hands and saving lives one at a time. Others see themselves as astronauts, venturing out where no one has ever gone before…
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If you've ever been a part of a wedding, you'll know that some soon-to-be-married lovebirds can be a little demanding on their bridal party. But have you ever actually been asked to step down as a bridesmaid? That's exactly what happened to Courtney Duffy, who recently received an email from her friend, asking…
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On the weekend, you may remember that a homeless man went viral after he was photographed handing out CVs rather than looking for cash. The image of David Casarez went around the world, as the hashtag #GetDavidAJob became one of the top trends internationally. Remarkably, however, it looks like the publicity…
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A stag party is usually one of the messiest nights out you'll ever experience. After all, for many grooms, it's a celebration of the end of their hedonistic, irresponsible life and the beginning (hopefully) of many happy years shared with their loving spouse. Because of this, they can usually get…
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Since the release of Blackfish in 2013, worldwide opinions on SeaWorld changed. The Netflix documentary profiled an orca whale called Tilikum, who was responsible for the death of three humans during his time in captivity. Blackfish suggested that killer whales become more aggressive toward humans and each other when held…
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Going for an interview can be an extremely stressful experience, especially when you desperately need a job - either because you're unemployed, a recent graduate, or simply hate your current 9-5. However, things are even harder for the homeless, who have a long and strenuous journey to becoming employed. A…
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Spencer Sutton and John Galman, two rookie officers operating in New Orleans, were arrested and charged with simple battery this week after an incident at a bar on Tuesday. The pair, who were on their probationary employment period after graduating from the police academy last year, were off duty at…
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Earlier this week, a man was arrested after taking a pickaxe to the Hollywood walk of fame and smashing Donald Trump's star to smithereens. The culprit, Austin Clay, turned himself in shortly afterwards and has since been released on bail (which, bizarrely, was paid by the last guy who destroyed…
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Day-to-day racism is by no means a rare experience that people of colour face in the United States, nor is it a new problem. However, with the proliferation of social media platforms, more and more people are given the opportunity to share their stories and give those of us not…
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Since Harvey Weinstein's downfall, Hollywood heavyweights have been dropping like flies after accusations of sexual misconduct: The late Roger Ailes, Fox News chairman and CEO; Matt Lauer, longtime host of NBC's Today; Charlie Rose, co-anchor of CBS' This Morning. The list goes on and on, and now the #MeToo movement…
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There is one answer that all Beyoncé fans need to know, and they won't stop until they get it: Who is Becky With The Good Hair? The whole debacle began back in 2016 when the Crazy In Love singer alluded to her husband Jay-Z's mistress with the line "They sneaking out the…
