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Nolan calls pre-release backlash to The Odyssey irrelevant
Director Christopher Nolan has dismissed criticism of his upcoming film adaptation of Homer's "The Odyssey," describing pre-release backlash as "irrelevant.
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- Nolan calls pre-release backlash to The Odyssey irrelevant
- Maine Democratic Senate nominee withdraws after assault claim
- UN Women report 1 million women lose aid due to cuts
- LGBTQ cruise Scarlet Lady barred from Turkey and Egypt
- University of Michigan sued over withheld $12 million file
- McGregor says he's innocent, support group condemns UFC 329
- Trump questions assault allegations as Maine candidate quits
- Netflix to stream Heartstopper finale film and documentary
- U.S. men's World Cup prize money split equally with women
- Republican lawmakers demand WNBA answer on Caitlin Clark
- Layla Taylor comes out as bisexual, hints at new girlfriend
- 11th Circuit Upholds Injunction Against Florida WOKE Law
Maine Democratic Senate nominee withdraws after assault claim
Graham Platner, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Maine, has ended his campaign in the wake of a sexual assault allegation, forcing his party to find a replacement candidate by July 27.
UN Women report 1 million women lose aid due to cuts
At least one million women and girls have lost access to lifesaving humanitarian support over the past 18 months due to sweeping reductions in international aid funding, according to a new report from the United Nations ...
LGBTQ cruise Scarlet Lady barred from Turkey and Egypt
A luxury cruise ship chartered for thousands of LGBTQ travelers has been denied entry to two countries in a single week, marking an unprecedented event for the tour operator.
University of Michigan sued over withheld $12 million file
A former University of Michigan athletics staffer has sued the school, alleging it is illegally withholding records from an expensive, independent investigation into the scandal that led to the firing of former head foot...
McGregor says he's innocent, support group condemns UFC 329
Conor McGregor has publicly declared his innocence in a civil sexual assault case for which he was found liable, drawing sharp condemnation from a victim support organization as he prepares for his first UFC fight in fiv...
Trump questions assault allegations as Maine candidate quits
President Donald Trump commented on the sexual assault allegations against former Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner on Wednesday, questioning the veracity of the claims and suggesting a political double standard.
Netflix to stream Heartstopper finale film and documentary
The beloved coming-of-age series "Heartstopper" will conclude its story with a feature-length film premiering on Netflix on Friday, July 17, 2026, followed one week later by a behind-the-scenes documentary special.
U.S. men's World Cup prize money split equally with women
The United States men's national soccer team's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign ended with a round-of-16 loss to Belgium on Monday, July 6, but the tournament will yield a significant financial payout that will be shared equ...
Republican lawmakers demand WNBA answer on Caitlin Clark
A group of Republican members of Congress has formally demanded answers from the WNBA regarding the league's handling of physical play directed at Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark.
Layla Taylor comes out as bisexual, hints at new girlfriend
Reality television personality Layla Taylor has publicly come out as bisexual and is now in a relationship with a woman, a development she first shared on a podcast before teasing the new romance on social media.
11th Circuit Upholds Injunction Against Florida WOKE Law
A federal appeals court has upheld a key injunction against Florida's "Stop WOKE Act," dealing a significant legal setback to the state's efforts to regulate discussions of race and gender in public university classrooms...
Northampton man convicted of raping and murdering wife
A Northampton man has been found guilty of raping and murdering his estranged wife and then staging her death to look like a suicide.
Stephen King deletes post defending Maine Senate candidate
Author Stephen King faced a wave of criticism and subsequently deleted a social media post that expressed hope Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner would not drop out of his race following a serious sexual as...
Brooklyn man arrested for hate-crime assault on 12-year-old
A 37-year-old Brooklyn man has been arrested and charged with hate crimes for allegedly assaulting a 12-year-old boy with a belt while shouting anti-gay slurs near a Manhattan playground earlier this year.
Platner Accuser Criticizes NYT for Inadequate Corroboration
A woman who previously accused Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner of abusive behavior has publicly criticized The New York Times, alleging the newspaper failed to fully corroborate her account in a June rep...
Hannah Waddingham says no female Bond, calls for women roles
Actress Hannah Waddingham has firmly rejected the idea of a female James Bond, stating women have "other things to do" and should create original, powerful characters.
Maine Democrat Senate nominee withdraws amid assault claim
Graham Platner, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Maine, ended his campaign on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, following a detailed sexual assault allegation that triggered a mass withdrawal of support from his own part...
West Yorkshire teacher banned over discriminatory remarks
A teacher in West Yorkshire has been banned from the profession indefinitely after a professional conduct panel found he made discriminatory and inappropriate comments to students about Ukraine, gay people, and transgend...
Duffy Gives First Full Concert in 15 Years at London Hall
Welsh singer Duffy performed her first full concert in 15 years at London's Hoxton Hall on Sunday, July 5, 2026, marking a significant step in her return to public life after a long absence.
