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How Marie Vernet Became History’s First Model-Influencer

Fashion and Trends

The Story of Marie Vernet: History’s Original Model-Influencer

Peter G. Killigang

Before social media transformed the fashion world, before magazine covers and runway shows became the gold standard of style, there was a woman whose presence and taste quietly shaped how…

Deepfakes to become criminal offence in NI 'sooner rather than later'

Science and Technology

Deepfakes legislation in NI coming ‘sooner rather than later’

Peter G. Killigang

The rapid evolution of digital technologies has brought remarkable innovations, but it has also introduced new risks—among them, the rise of deepfakes. These hyper-realistic manipulated videos and audio clips, created…

GM Profit Shrinks After .1 Billion Tariff Hit

Investments and Business

GM Profit Shrinks After $1.1 Billion Tariff Hit

Peter G. Killigang

General Motors (GM), a leading global car manufacturer, has recently experienced a marked decline in its profit margins. This decrease was primarily driven by the economic consequences of tariffs, especially…

U.K. Government Will Stick to Budget Rules, Treasury Chief Says

International

U.K. Budget Rules Will Be Maintained, Treasury Chief Announces

Peter G. Killigang

The government of the United Kingdom has stated its commitment to upholding its current fiscal strategy, indicating a steady method of overseeing public funds amidst increasing economic difficulties. This confirmation…

Ukraine Moves to Defang U.S.-Backed Anticorruption Agency

International

Ukraine Moves to Restrict Powers of U.S.-Backed Anticorruption Agency

Peter G. Killigang

The leaders of Ukraine have initiated actions that could greatly diminish the authority of a well-known anti-corruption body, which was created with the backing of Western partners. This change takes…

Australia's toxic algae bloom is 'natural disaster'

Social Responsibility

Experts call Australia’s toxic algae bloom a ‘natural disaster’

Peter G. Killigang

A massive outbreak of toxic blue-green algae across parts of Australia has escalated into a full-blown environmental crisis, prompting officials to classify the event as a natural disaster. The scale…

Prince George photo released for his 12th birthday

Culture and Entertainment

New Prince George photo marks his 12th birthday

Peter G. Killigang

A recently published picture celebrates the 12th anniversary of Prince George, providing the public with a new view of the young royal as he steps into another year of public…

Malcolm-Jamal Warner, The Cosby Show star, drowns aged 54

Culture and Entertainment

Malcolm-Jamal Warner, The Cosby Show star, drowns at 54

Peter G. Killigang

Malcolm-Jamal Warner, well-known for his iconic performance as Theo Huxtable in the revolutionary series The Cosby Show, has died at the age of 54 due to a drowning accident. His…

Higher UK borrowing adds to pressure on Reeves

Economy

Reeves under more pressure with higher UK borrowing

Peter G. Killigang

Public borrowing in the United Kingdom has increased beyond anticipated levels, adding extra fiscal stress on Chancellor Rachel Reeves as she attempts to steer through a complex economic environment. With…