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Charl is currently a US Showbiz Reporter for The Mirror US, Daily Express US, and Irish Star.

She focuses on TV, movies, music, celebrities, and pop culture content.

Charl also has five years' experience as a journalist, and holds a BJTC-accredited MA in Broadcast Journalism.

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It's time: Here are the best and worst dressed celebrities at the Oscars 2025

It’s back, the Academy Awards. The most coveted award show in film took place last night in LA, and it really was something. But, many of us aren’t here for the awards but to see who was the worst or best dressed at the 2025 Oscars.

Before the show, many of the celebs in attendance took to the red carpet to show off their outfits for the evening.

Some stunned, leaving jaws dropped to the floor, but some were questionable, to say the least.

So, let’s have a look at the best and worst dressed cele...
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UK gym bans women over 24 from training at peak times, and people aren't happy

A British gym has banned women aged over 24 from training there during peak hours, and people aren’t happy.

Mumsnet user @whenlifegivesyouoranges took to the site to ask fellow parents their thoughts on the situation.

Posted on the thread, AIBU [Am I Being Unreasonable?], the 36-year-old said she received a text from her gym saying that women over 24 could not train there from 4pm to 7pm.

The user, who explained she joined...
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These are the stages of the Love Island application process, and how to pass them

It’s summer, which means our lives are filled with unbearable heat, pub garden drinks, and of course, Love Island.

Gen Z’s guilty pleasure is back, and as usual, full of drama, romance, and comedy. And with the return of Britain’s most beloved dating show, many of us sat there wondering how to actually wrangle our way into the villa.

We’ve all joked about applying, you’ve maybe even signed your mate up for a laugh but how do you really get on Love Island?

Well, let’s take a look at the applicati...
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Zhenhao Zou: UCL student sentenced to life in prison for raping 10 women

A former UCL student who was convicted of 11 counts of rape has been sentenced to life in prison.
He will serve a minimum of 24 years behind bars.

Zhenhao Zou was convicted in March of 35 offences and today is being sentenced for 28, which include the rapes of 10 women, some of whom have not yet been identified.

The 28-year-old drugged and abused the women both in London and in his native China.
According to prosecuto...
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Restaurant owner slams influencers for breaking unspoken rule at luxury dining experience

A London restauranteur has slammed TikTok influencers for breaking his unspoken rule.

Chris D’Sylva, who owns Tuna Fight Club near Notting Hill, has spoken out after his dining experience blew up on social media.

Chris aims for Tuna Fight Club to be one of the most exclusive dining experiences for fish lovers in London. However, to keep it exclusive, he has an unspoken rule, and you guessed it, the first rule of...
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MAFS Australia's Lauren Dunn allegedly attacked and smothered with pillow by ex boyfriend

MAFS Australia’s Lauren Dunn was allegedly attacked and smothered with a pillow by her ex boyfriend.

Former footballer Ryan Crowley has appeared at Perth Magistrates Court after being charged with assaulting her

The court heard how Crowley supposedly attacked the reality star after becoming jealous over messages between her and another man.

Lauren was said to have been strangled by Crowley, then smothered with a pillow until she passed out.

7News reported that the pair got into a ve...
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These are all the UK festivals you can see your favourite pop girlies at this summer

Summer is approaching, and with that, so is festival season.

The UK is the ultimate European hotspot for festivals, with an incredible array of events across all genres.

The British festival experience is truly like no other. It rains, it pours, shoes get stuck in waterlogged grass, and festival goers’ hygiene is left at the door.

We still love it though, and you truly haven’t lived until you’ve experienced one of these fera...
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Here's what happened in both of Sinners' post-credit scenes, in case you missed them

Michael B Jordan’s new horror flick has put horror fans across the globe in a chokehold, with its vampiric storyline and stellar cast.

Sinners, is a movie about two twins, Stack and Smoke, both played by our beloved Michael, and their cousin, Sammie, as they open a new blues joint in their hometown.

It’s set in the early 1930s and not only provides viewers with vampiric, gory horror, but also with the horror of Deep South racism...
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Here's what'll happen in HBO's The Last of Us season two if it follows the game's plot

HBO’s The Last of Us is back on 13th April, two years after Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsay burst onto our screens as Joel and Ellie.
The Last of Us, which is based on a video game of the same name, follows Joel as he transports teenager Ellie through a post-apocalyptic world plagued by a virus which turns its hosts into zombie-like creatures.
Fans of the game will know that the first season pretty closely followed the plot of the game. All major parts of the game were portrayed in the series, and...
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The complete relationship timeline of J-Lo and P Diddy, 23 years after their split

J-Lo and P Diddy’s relationship was an iconic moment for Hollywood. The two musical mammoths were truly in their prime when they struck up a relationship at the end of the 90s.

So, from a New York shooting to THAT green Versace dress, here’s a look at J-Lo and P Diddy’s relationship.
More than two decades ago, when Jennifer Lopez, or J-Lo, as she was known back then, was an up and coming artist, she met producer, P D...
Daily Express US •

Sydney Sweeney's silver gown steals the show at The Housemaid premiere

Sydney and Amanda appeared to be thoroughly enjoying themselves at the premiere, sharing smiles, laughter, and even clasping hands as they made their way across the carpet toward the screening. Notably absent from the premiere was Sydney's boyfriend, music producer Scooter Braun, despite the pair recently confirming their relationship through affectionate paparazzi photographs. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTThe Housemaid is scheduled to hit theaters the day after Christmas and adapts Frei...
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Hilaria Baldwin turns heads in breathtakingly busty dress at Gotham Film Awards

In an episode of Alec and Hilaria's TLC show, The Baldwins, the 41-year-old revealed, "[Because] I was breastfeeding for so long, it was one of these things I decided to do, like, a little up," before adding, "I've been pregnant and/or breastfeeding for over a decade. I think this is the first time that I've not been pregnant and/or breastfeeding since I've started having kids.""It almost felt like my body wasn't my body anymore, because I was so used to my body being a certain way. It was just...
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'Moron' Donald Trump ally brutally mocked by Fox News fans for 'ignorant' remark

One of Donald Trump's top economic advisors has been ripped to shreds on social media by Fox News viewers after he made an "out of touch" comment about affordability.Kevin Hassett, who chairs the White House National Economic Council, sat down with Rachel Campos-Duffy on Fox & Friends Weekend to speak about how Trump is handling the economy. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTSpeaking on November 30, the 63-year-old economist made a remark that turkey prices had decreased since Trump reentered...
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Donald Trump slammed as 'abusive' after insulting female reporters

Discussing his results, the president also told the assembled journalists that if "they want to release it, it's okay with me to release it." But before concluding the press conference, he couldn't help but verbally lash out at two female journalists after they confronted him with follow-up questions about his MRI, reports the Irish Star. Trump took aim at the first female journalist from NewsNation, responding to her question about the purpose of his MRI test with, "If you want to hear about it...
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Whitney Houston death report shows personal item that vanished before body found

Whitney Houston died on February 11, 2012, after drowning in her suite's bathtub at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles. const loadOvpScript=()=>{let el=document.createElement('script');el.setAttribute('src','https://live.primis.tech/live/liveView.php?s=118702&vp_content=plembed43eavlpjgoyi&cbuster=%%CACHEBUSTER%%&playerApiId=v118702');document.getElementById('ovp-primis').appendChild(el)};window.top.addEventListener('primisPlayerInit',e=>{try{if(e.detail&&e.detail.playerApiId==="v118702"){i...
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How to use your new Breville espresso machine you just bought on Black Friday

Black Friday is back again, and while many of the so-called 'doorbusters' can feel a bit overhyped, there are a few deals this year that are genuinely worth considering—especially if you’ve had your eye on a Breville espresso machine but prefer to spend carefully. With early discounts already rolling out, Amazon and several major retailers are offering solid price drops on some of Breville’s most reliable models. const loadOvpScript=()=>{let el=document.createElement('script');el.setAttribute('s...
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Fox News viewers slam 'liar' Donald Trump as he shares false claim

Fox News viewers have torn into Donald Trump after he made a false immigration statement during a video call with members of the military on Thanksgiving. During the November 27 call, which he took from his Mar-A-Lago resort in Florida, the United States President praised the 101st Airborne Division, as some members of this regiment are currently based at the US-Mexico border.However, during his moment of praise, he couldn't help but slip in an erroneous dig at Joe Biden, telling the military pe...
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The Kardashian-Jenners to spend 'six figures' on 2025 Thanksgiving decorations

Thanksgiving can be an expensive time for the average American family, with data showing a median spend of $952 for this one holiday alone. const loadOvpScript=()=>{let el=document.createElement('script');el.setAttribute('src','https://live.primis.tech/live/liveView.php?s=118702&vp_content=plembed43eavlpjgoyi&cbuster=%%CACHEBUSTER%%&playerApiId=v118702');document.getElementById('ovp-primis').appendChild(el);if('onscrollend' in window){document.addEventListener("scrollend",(event)=>{if(window.scr...
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NBC accused of using 'canned applause' after Cynthia Erivo's Thanksgiving song

NBC has been called out by Thanksgiving Parade viewers for allegedly using "canned applause" following Cynthia Erivo's performance of Nina Simone's classic song, Feeling Good.Cynthia opened the parade, which is taking place in New York City, with fans praising her performance online. However, many were left unimpressed by the fact that NBC felt the need to supposedly use canned applause once she'd finished.Taking to X, one social media user wrote, "WTF NBC. When Cynthia Erivo sang, you had appla...
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Meghan Markle slammed for 'wrongly' using 'provocative' royal title

Meghan Markle has been criticized for maintaining her royal connections following her recent interview with Harper's Bazaar. const loadOvpScript=()=>{let el=document.createElement('script');el.setAttribute('src','https://live.primis.tech/live/liveView.php?s=118702&vp_content=plembed43eavlpjgoyi&cbuster=%%CACHEBUSTER%%&playerApiId=v118702');document.getElementById('ovp-primis').appendChild(el);if('onscrollend' in window){document.addEventListener("scrollend",(event)=>{if(window.scrollY>50){docume...
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Charity slams Lily-Rose Depp's prosthetic cleft lip as she films new movie

A visible difference and disfigurement charity has called out Robert Eggers' latest movie in a social media statement after images from the set showed Lily-Rose Depp with a "prosthetic cleft" lip. const loadOvpScript=()=>{let el=document.createElement('script');el.setAttribute('src','https://live.primis.tech/live/liveView.php?s=118702&vp_content=plembed43eavlpjgoyi&cbuster=%%CACHEBUSTER%%&playerApiId=v118702');document.getElementById('ovp-primis').appendChild(el)};window.top.addEventListener('pr...
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Here's where the Wizard is actually from in Wicked and the reason he's in Oz

This article contains spoilers for Wicked: For Good.Wicked: For Good is finally out, and fans are rushing to theaters to see it within the first few days of its release.After having to wait a year for the second part of the movie musical to drop, there's been a lot of anticipation about what to expect, with the film even including two new songs, written by Stephen Schwartz, who created the music and lyrics for the original stage show.Wicked: For Good has quickly stormed to the top of the cinema...
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DWTS' Bobby Bones admits Tom Bergeron's comments caused 'minor meltdown'

The 45-year-old told listeners that these comments caused him to have a "minor meltdown," which in turn led him to return his trophy."It hurt my feelings so much," Bobby admitted, adding, "I was so surprised at his reaction to the question of who's one of the most surprising eliminations. They didn't even ask him about me. Now, had they said the question of, 'Who won that is surprising?' I'm all here. I'm the most surprising ever. I know that. I have sort of a cool title. I have total awareness...
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Fox News fans brand Karoline Leavitt 'dumb' as she defends Trump's 'piggy' jab

Fox News viewers have voiced their indignation over Karoline Leavitt's recent press conference, where she defended the president's viral "quiet, piggy" remark. const loadOvpScript=()=>{let el=document.createElement('script');el.setAttribute('src','https://live.primis.tech/live/liveView.php?s=118702&vp_content=plembed43eavlpjgoyi&cbuster=%%CACHEBUSTER%%&playerApiId=v118702');document.getElementById('ovp-primis').appendChild(el)};window.top.addEventListener('primisPlayerInit',e=>{try{if(e.detail&&...
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Kate Middleton's 'flirty signal' to Prince William during 'private date night'

"Kate and William are often at their flirtiest best when they are both fully glammed up for a red-carpet appearance, and while Kate looks radiant here, William's body language appears slightly bashful as he walks beside her. His hands hang slightly in front of his torso, and his puckered smile suggests he's slightly overwhelmed by the grinning glances Kate throws at him."She continued, "Kate looks confident here, walking ahead to greet the hosts, but with one eyebrow raised in that flirty signal...
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Fox News hosts in hysterics after Trump's 'unfair' approval rating exposed

Fox News hosts had a meltdown yesterday as they spoke about Donald Trump's embarrassingly low approval ratings.Speaking on Fox & Friends, Ainsley Earhardt revealed the recent data, which was compiled as part of a Reuters/Ipsos poll, released earlier this week. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTThe poll exposed that the president's approval rating had dropped to 38%, the lowest it has been since Trump returned to the White House for a second term in January. freestar.config.enabled_slots.push(...
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Two Real Housewives stars' homes reportedly burglarized during BravoCon

Two Real Housewives of Beverly Hills stars allegedly had their homes burglarized while they were attending BravoCon 2025. const loadOvpScript=()=>{let el=document.createElement('script');el.setAttribute('src','https://live.primis.tech/live/liveView.php?s=118702&vp_content=plembed43eavlpjgoyi&cbuster=%%CACHEBUSTER%%&playerApiId=v118702');document.getElementById('ovp-primis').appendChild(el);if('onscrollend' in window){document.addEventListener("scrollend",(event)=>{if(window.scrollY>50){document....
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Unearthed Justin Baldoni video shows him joking about sexual harassment training

According to the Daily Mail, the video was filed in court by Baldoni's Wayfarer Studios as part of his legal battle with Lively, 38. The news outlet wrote that Baldoni's lawyers called his comment "entirely unremarkable" and claimed that the actress was wearing a fleece onesie at the time.It was also reported in the filing that Lively responded to Baldoni's comment with, "All good," and that Baldoni's "facial expression was neutral and not ogling or suggestive."However, his lawyers did note that...
Irish Star •

Sydney Sweeney warned to tread carefully amid continuous 'genes' backlash

Sydney Sweeney is continuing to make headlines months after she starred in American Eagle's controversial jeans ad.

This summer, the 27-year-old actress featured in a denim ad, which had the tagline, "Genes are passed down from parents to offspring, often determining traits like hair color, personality, and even eye color. My jeans are blue."

People criticized the advert for having a "eugenics-like" tone, with the campaign also saying, "Sydney Sweeney has great jeans" about the blonde-haired,...
Irish Star •

Donald Trump tells NBC to fire Seth Meyers 'immediately' after his latest roast

Donald Trump is once again targeting late-night comedians, this time demanding that NBC fire Seth Meyers.

The US President took to social media after the Late Night host delivered another biting critique of him on his show. During his November 14 episode, Meyers roasted Trump, discussing the 79-year-old's dwindling approval ratings within his own party. He attributed these issues to various factors, including Trump's recent remarks about H-1 B visas and the ongoing discourse over the Jeffrey Ep...
Irish Star •

Tributes pour in as 'incredible' Emmy-winning 'The Simpsons' writer dies at 61

Dan McGrath, one of The Simpsons' Emmy-winning writers, has died at 61 after suffering from a stroke.

His sister, Gail McGrath Garabadian, announced his passing on Facebook on Saturday, November 15, stating, "We lost my incredible brother Danny yesterday. He was a special man, one of a kind. An incredible son, brother, uncle, and friend. Our hearts are broken."

Dan passed away on Friday at NYU Langone Hospital following a stroke. He leaves behind his mother, Eleanor; his brother Michael and wi...
Daily Express US •

The Simpsons writer Dan McGrath dies aged 61 as tributes pour in

Other memorable The Simpsons episodes written by Dan include "Boy-Scoutz 'n the Hood, Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT"The Devil and Homer Simpson," and "Time and Punishment." Interestingly, Dan claimed he had been let go from the show twice.Beyond The Simpsons, Dan contributed to King of the Hill, earning writing credits on 11 episodes. His work included "Full Metal Dust Jacket" and "The Minh Who Knew Too Much."He also received producing credits across 28 episodes that broadcast from 2002...
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Fans flood Grey's Anatomy star with support as he announces cancer diagnosis

James, who has been on Grey's Anatomy since the show's first episode in 2005, explained that he had been proactive about his health, considering his family's history with the disease.He said he started getting annual physicals and began PSA (prostate-specific antigen) testing at the age of 41, remarking, "My urologist said, 'Because you were so diligent in that piece of your health, it was to your advantage. We were able to catch it so early because you were being tested.'" freestar.config.enabl...
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Country singer Todd Snider dies aged 59 after cancelling show due to assault

Country star Todd Snider has died aged 59, mere weeks after cancelling one of his shows due to a "violent assault." const loadOvpScript=()=>{let el=document.createElement('script');el.setAttribute('src','https://live.primis.tech/live/liveView.php?s=118702&vp_content=plembed43eavlpjgoyi&cbuster=%%CACHEBUSTER%%&playerApiId=v118702');document.getElementById('ovp-primis').appendChild(el)};window.top.addEventListener('primisPlayerInit',e=>{try{if(e.detail&&e.detail.playerApiId==="v118702"){if(window....
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