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It’s been four years since Robert Pattinson donned the dark cape for the first time in The Batman – and we’re still waiting for the sequel. Although we know very little about Matt Reeves’ superhero follow-up, it was announced in May that Sebastian Stan would be joining the cast alongside fellow newcomers Scarlett Johansson, Charles…
The TV comeback a decade in the making is almost upon us. Earlier this year, it was revealed that a third and final season of the domestic drama Doctor Foster was coming to our screens in 2027, with Suranne Jones returning as TV’s most chaotic GP. More details about the new series have been revealed,…
Sam Smith has voiced their admiration for Madonna, after she helped them through a particularly turbulent time in their career. Back in 2022, the British musician released the Kim Petras collaboration Unholy, which hit number one in the UK upon its release. However, despite the song’s popularity, it didn’t sit well with everyone, with certain…
Reinsurance broker Howden Re has announced the appointment of Matthew Overall as Managing Director, Retro, a London-based role. Overall will take over his new position in 2027, following the completion of his contractual obligations with Guy Carpenter, his current employer. He is joining Howden Re following close to nine years at Guy Carpenter, where he…
Children’s screen time has (rightly) received plenty of scrutiny of late. We know that excessive use of screens can impact concentration levels and negatively impact academic outcomes. Studies have also linked it to poor language development, as well as problems with development, including obesity, sleep disturbances, depression, and anxiety. But what about the impact on…
For a long time, there’s been a misconception that BDSM (bondage, dominance, sadism, submission, and masochism) is some kind of niche sexual fantasy. Well, folks, I’m here to tell you that that is well and truly wrong. In fact, research shows that almost half (46%) of people have ever tried it, while an additional 22%…
Fitch Ratings, a global credit ratings and research agency, said Bermuda-based re/insurers delivered a strong financial performance during the first half of 2026, helped by a reduction in catastrophe-related losses. However, the company noted that challenging market conditions, including abundant capacity and strong competition, continued to weigh on pricing and premium growth. Fitch said conditions…
Nick Jonas has admitted that things didn’t quite go his way when he tried out for a role in a beloved Disney movie. The chart-topping singer spoke about the embarrassing moment on the latest edition of the Hey Jonas! Podcast, which he co-hosts with his brothers Joe and Kevin Jonas. During the conversation, the pop…
Lily Allen has addressed the discourse that has surrounded her ongoing world tour. Earlier this year, the British star embarked on her Lily Allen Performs West End Girl concert tour, inspired by her critically-acclaimed fifth album. When promoting the release in 2025, the Brit Award winner described it as a work of “autofiction” inspired by…
AXIS Capital Holdings Limited, a Bermuda-based global specialty insurer and reinsurer, has announced the appointment of Jim Rhyner as Head of North America Financial Lines, Programs, and Canada, effective 31 August 2026. Rhyner succeeds John Van Decker, who will retire following a career spanning more than four decades, including 15 years with AXIS. Rhyner will…