Fatima Clarke 
Rob Schneider Advocates for Reinstatement of Military Draft in the U.S. Actor and comedian Rob Schneider has recently voiced his opinion that the United States should reintroduce mandatory military service for its youth, particularly in light of the ongoing conflict with Iran. Expressing his views on X, the 62-year-old, who has never served in the … Read more
A painting in the UK previously believed to be a mere replica produced by an assistant in Rembrandt’s studio has been identified as an original work by the renowned 17th-century Dutch artist himself, as per the analysis of a prominent expert. The artworks, both known as Old Man with a Gold Chain and created in … Read more
Corey Feldman, known for his role in “Stand By Me,” expressed regret over not being included in the Oscars tribute to Rob Reiner earlier this month. During the Academy Awards’ in memoriam segment, Billy Crystal honored the late filmmaker and his spouse, photographer Michele Reiner, who both passed away in December. Crystal introduced the tribute. … Read more
The Endless Chronicles of Paul McCartney Each week seems to bring another documentary aimed at cementing the legacy of Paul McCartney. The most recent film delves into the story of McCartney’s 1961 Höfner bass, a violin-shaped beauty that McCartney, then only a teenager, purchased for about £30 in Hamburg. The instrument not only became synonymous … Read more
“I identify as a surrealist blues poet,” declares Aja Monet, her rich voice filling the space. Seated in a cozy London cafe, the LA-based artist captivates with her elaborate blue braids. She’s just finished uploading the last master tracks for her upcoming album, The Color of Rain. She explains that the album draws heavily on … Read more
For Alexander Meininger, a photographer and new father, the experience of parenthood shifted his focus significantly. He found himself frequently at playgrounds, watching his children play, a routine that sparked a new creative direction for him. Originally from Germany and now residing in London, Meininger has always been inclined towards crafting and building. His initial … Read more
Bruce Hornsby, speaking from his residence in Williamsburg, Virginia—one of America’s oldest settlements—recalls an unusual childhood memory. On the eve of his ninth birthday, while at school, news broke of JFK’s assassination. Unlike the typical somber reactions, his classroom burst into cheers, a reaction that left young Hornsby startled. “I was really alarmed and confused … Read more
As one of the 265 million people who watched Squid Game, Netflix’s most popular series to date, the haunting tones of a child’s recorder at the end of the first season might still echo in your mind, transforming the mundane setting of an elementary music classroom into a chilling prelude to violence. These eerie sounds … Read more
Several years ago, renowned music journalist David Hepworth delivered a memorable remark about Bob Dylan, comparing him to a nation saying, “Dylan is like China: visible in his actions, yet his motivations remain a mystery.” This analogy rings especially true now, given Dylan’s perplexing decision to start a Patreon account at the age of 84. … Read more
Ross Godfrey, Multi-instrumentalist and Songwriter After completing our debut album, we were eagerly anticipating its release. However, we were still brimming with creativity and wanted to continue writing. This led me to leave my family’s Christmas gathering in Brixton, London, prematurely so we could return to the studio. We often worked tirelessly until exhaustion took … Read more
