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Tourist's Hulk costume mistake leaves him green for days
A Brit in Benidorm needed six baths over three days to remove green textile paint after using it for a Hulk costume. His viral video serves as a warning to partygoers.
Empty UK hotel rooms cost tourism £820k per week
New research reveals UK hotels are haemorrhaging revenue as thousands of rooms remain empty, creating a £43 million annual black hole in tourism earnings.
Jessie J's emotional cancer speech at music awards
British pop sensation Jessie J moved audiences to tears with an emotional address about her cancer journey and how 'the world has changed' during her powerful appearance at the Music Industry Trust Awards.
Box Office Hits 30-Year Low: Hollywood Crisis Deepens
Cinema industry faces unprecedented crisis as October 2025 box office revenues plummet to lowest level since 1995, raising serious questions about the future of theatrical releases.
LA Wildfires Force Hollywood Production Shutdown
Raging wildfires in Los Angeles caused unprecedented disruption to Hollywood's film and TV industry, halting major productions and forcing studios to evacuate as flames threatened iconic locations.
GM cuts 1,300 UK jobs, closes Ellesmere Port plant
General Motors announces devastating cuts with 1,300 positions eliminated and Ellesmere Port factory closure, sending shockwaves through UK automotive sector amid electric vehicle transition.
Mukherjee's fibre revolution storms Royal Academy
The Royal Academy's landmark exhibition unveils the extraordinary textile sculptures of Indian artist Mrinalini Mukherjee, celebrating her radical transformation of fibre into monumental art forms.
CBS News Layoffs Following Paramount-Skydance Merger
Exclusive report reveals sweeping layoffs at CBS News following Paramount's merger with Skydance Media, signalling dramatic restructuring in media landscape.
Welsh wool art wins prestigious Artes Mundi prize
Scottish artist Alberta Whittle triumphs at Artes Mundi 10 with her poignant installation celebrating Welsh wool heritage, blending activism with textile artistry in Cardiff exhibition.
UK Car Production Crashes to 73-Year Low After Cyber Attack
Britain's automotive sector faces unprecedented collapse as car production hits lowest level since 1952, with Jaguar Land Rover's factory paralysis following a major cyber attack exacerbating the industry's decline.
Warner Bros Discovery considers studio sale
Warner Bros Discovery is reportedly exploring the potential sale of studio assets as part of a major strategic review, signalling significant changes ahead for the entertainment giant.
Warner Bros Discovery Faces Boycott Over Israel Stance
Major Hollywood studio Warner Bros Discovery confronts growing boycott campaign after pro-Israel social media post, sparking industry-wide debate about corporate political positions.
Bangladesh factory fire kills workers in safety lapse
A devastating factory fire in Bangladesh claims multiple lives, raising urgent questions about workplace safety standards in the global garment industry.
Sagarika Sundaram's Hypnotic Art Takes London
Experience the mesmerising world of Sagarika Sundaram as her acclaimed solo exhibition arrives in London, showcasing textile art that challenges perceptions of identity and tradition.
Kenya's Fashion Waste Crisis Exposed in Documentary
A powerful new documentary exposes how Western fast fashion donations are creating environmental catastrophe in Kenya, drowning local markets and communities in textile waste.
Brexit's Steel Crisis: UK Industry Collapsing
The UK's steel sector faces an existential crisis as post-Brexit trade barriers and energy costs create the perfect storm, leaving communities and jobs hanging in the balance.
Cap Carter: How trauma forced me to quit music
Exclusive interview reveals the dark truth behind singer Cap Carter's sudden departure from music and his unexpected journey back to chart success after confronting industry exploitation.
India's fast fashion graveyard: The human cost
In the textile recycling capital of India, workers face dangerous conditions while processing the West's discarded clothing, exposing the dark reality behind fashion's circular economy promises.
Julia Roberts on Hollywood's male-dominated industry
Oscar-winning actress Julia Roberts opens up about navigating Hollywood's gender imbalance throughout her three-decade career, sharing her fearless approach to success in the entertainment industry.
Tilly Norwood: Actors Are Their Own Worst Enemies
In a shocking industry exposé, rising star Tilly Norwood reveals the brutal truth about acting careers and why performers often sabotage their own success through self-doubt and fear.
UK Airline Workers Share Industry Realities
Airline staff across the UK reveal the daily pressures, passenger challenges, and industry strains affecting their working lives in a post-pandemic aviation sector.
The Bear Writer Reveals Financial Struggle Post-Emmy Win
Emmy-winning The Bear writer Alex O'Keefe reveals his financial struggles despite the show's success, highlighting systemic payment issues in the streaming industry.
Spirit Airlines Furloughs Hundreds of Flight Attendants
Spirit Airlines is set to furlough over 250 flight attendants, citing aircraft groundings and financial strain. The move highlights ongoing turbulence in the aviation sector.
Hepworth's Granddaughter Curates Major London Art Show
Exclusive: Cressida Bell reimagines her grandmother's iconic sculptures for a groundbreaking new London exhibition, 'Barbara Hepworth: Art & Life', at The Hepworth Wakefield.
Paramount Faces Film Industry Boycott Over Israel Deal
Hollywood giant Paramount Pictures faces a major industry backlash and boycott calls after signing a lucrative co-production deal with Israel, as the Gaza conflict continues.
Nepo Baby Backlash: Truth About Celebrity Offspring
An in-depth look at the 'nepo baby' phenomenon sweeping the entertainment industry, from Hollywood to the UK. Discover how celebrity children are taking over film, music, and directing roles, and the fierce debate it's sparking about privilege and talent.
UK carmakers face massive fines over missed EV sales targets
British car manufacturers are bracing for significant financial penalties after failing to meet the government's Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate targets for 2024. With EV sales lagging, the industry calls for urgent government support to boost consume
Female insiders: More Noel Clarkes will emerge without change
Exclusive: Female whistleblowers from the UK entertainment industry issue a stark warning that systemic abuse and harassment will continue unless deep-rooted cultural and structural changes are implemented, preventing another Noel Clarke scandal.
Health experts urge ban on corporate school materials
Leading health professionals call for a ban on educational resources sponsored by food, drink, and gambling firms, citing risks to children's wellbeing.
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