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Hard right makes early gains as local polls test UK’s main parties

Britain’s hard-right Reform UK party made early gains Friday as results trickled in from local elections that were expected to deliver a bruising for the country’s two establishment parties. Reform, led by anti-immigrant firebrand Nigel Farage, picked up dozens of council seats from both Labour and the Conservatives as Britain’s political landscape shows signs of…

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Black dandyism etches place into Met Gala history — and global visibility

Black dandyism etches place into Met Gala history — and global visibility

Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — Black dandyism is taking center stage at the Met Gala, with cultural powerhouses leading this subversive, sharply tailored style into the global fashion spotlight. As a gala host committee member, Janelle Monáe and other trendsetters are helping shape the conversation, framing Black dandyism as a proud tradition — rather…

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UK urges India and Pakistan to de-escalate situation, saying it is ‘incredibly dangerous’ | India News

UK urges India and Pakistan to de-escalate situation, saying it is ‘incredibly dangerous’ | India News

LONDON: The UK govt is urging India and Pakistan to de-escalate and return to dialogue whilst one Tory peer is calling on Britain to “directly intervene”.British foreign minister Lord Collins of Highbury said during a debate on the Pahalgam terror attack in the House of Lords on Wednesday that the situation between the two nuclear…

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Sonam Kapoor's Insightful Take on Fashion: A Blend of Identity and Storytelling |

Sonam Kapoor’s Insightful Take on Fashion: A Blend of Identity and Storytelling |

Sonam Kapoor, known for her impeccable fashion sensibilities, once again captivated everyone’s attention — this time from the historic city of Kyoto, Japan. The actress and style icon, who attended Dior’s prestigious Fall 2025 showcase, turned heads with her elegant presence. In a conversation with us, Sonam reflects on what she describes as a “magical…

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