Ming Dynasty box that sat in an attic for decades sells for $358,000
A 15th century Chinese box which went unnoticed for decades has sold for £288,000 (about $358,000), smashing its expected price at auction.
1970-01-01 08:00
Janelle Monae says that they're 'much happier' when they're topless
Janelle Monáe has said that they’re “much happier” being topless after posing for a new cover shoot. The singer and actor posed for Rolling Stone’s Pride issue after appearing to explore a more sexually liberal style in 2023 with a series of album promos. Monáe, who uses they/them pronouns, announced their new album, The Age of Pleasure, with a teaser clip of the NSFW video which sees them emerging from a pool wearing a translucent skin-tight t-shirt with the word “Pleasure” written across the front. The performer's bare breasts could be seen through the wet t-shirt and Monáe says it’s all part of being a “free-ass mother****er”. Sign up to our free Indy100 weekly newsletter “I’m much happier when my titties are out, and I can run around free,” Monáe told Rolling Stone. The singer also posted the new album artwork for The Age of Pleasure which sees her swimming topless underwater. Monáe described the album as their “most sensual and indulgent album yet”, saying: “Most people don’t understand what’s going on in my brain. Community has been so helpful to me; it’s beautiful that I have a title called The Age of Pleasure because it actually re-centers me. “It’s not about an album anymore. I’ve changed my whole f–king lifestyle.” The singer added: “I want things to feel so true to my life … I used to consider myself a futurist. I know what that means, to obsess about the next thing. A present tourist is what I’m calling myself right now. I’m actively focusing on being present. “This album is not about a fight,” they shared. “It’s about living in an oasis created by us for us. Even with everything going on in the world, this is our moment to breathe together, unapologetically taking this beat to enjoy — to hurry up and live.” Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings.
1970-01-01 08:00
Beyonce bought 110 burgers in in huge Nando's spending spree in Scotland
It turns out Beyoncé is a big fan of Nando's. So much so, she splashed out almost £2,000 ($2,480) on a single order. The superstar treated her entourage before taking to the stage at Murrayfield Stadium in Scotland with a wide range of options including 50 sunset burgers, 30 fino pittas, 30 butterfly burgers, 60 chicken pittas, 20 beanie burgers and 10 chicken wings. She also ensured there were vegetarian options. While celebrities tend to go incognito when placing orders, Beyoncé used her real name. The news soon spread to Twitter, with one writing: "Beyoncé ordering £1.8k of chicken from Fountain Park Nando's is killing me." Another joked: "Beyoncé having a cheeky 2 grands worth of Nando's." Meanwhile, a third added: "Beyoncé and I. having the same Nando's order is the boost of confidence I needed today." Sign up for our free Indy100 weekly newsletter Beyoncé's Edinburgh show went down a treat with fans after she thanked the audience for their energy. "I hope tonight you guys are feeling joy and love! I hope y’all feel safe tonight! I hope y’all feel free and liberated," she said. "Thank y’all so much for being such an incredible audience in this rain! I love y’all!" It comes after TikTokers were convinced the 41-year-old "threw shade" at Sweden. "How could you witness the QUEEN in person and not at minimum do a lil 2 step in your seat," one person hit back at footage that showed many concertgoers sitting down. Another added: "Sweden failed her so bad! Some of us were TRYING!" Meanwhile, many others were quick to highlight that it was simply a case of "cultural differences in concert etiquette." Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings.
1970-01-01 08:00
NWSL Power Rankings week 8: Goals on goals on goals
There are no longer any undefeated teams in the NWSL after week eight, where teams can fall and rise and turn in the blink of an eye. After all the upsets and upturns, here are your week eight NWSL power rankings.It wouldn’t be the chaotic NWSL we all know and love if there was an unbeaten...
1970-01-01 08:00
Ron DeSantis spells out possibility to cement '7-2 conservative majority' on Supreme Court
Ahead of an expected White House bid in the coming days, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spelled out the possibility to build a "7-2 conservative majority" on the US Supreme Court.
1970-01-01 08:00
Amazon looks to adapt Alexa to the rise of ChatGPT
For years, Alexa has been synonymous with virtual assistants that can interact with users and do tasks on their behalf.
1970-01-01 08:00
For the first time in 20 years, Newcastle United will play in the Champions League
Fans of Newcastle United had expected the club's new owners to deliver success -- but perhaps not this much, this soon.
1970-01-01 08:00
Germany’s EON Creates New Gas and Power Trading Unit
German utility EON SE is setting up a new European trading business in an effort to tap opportunities
1970-01-01 08:00
USMNT rumors: Balogun to Milan, Weah to Marseille, Reynolds to West Ham
Today's USMNT rumors include Folarin Balogun to AC Milan, Timothy Weah to Marseille and Bryan Reynolds to West Ham United.USMNT rumors: Folarin Balogun to AC MilanFolarin Balogun is now the first American player to score 20 goals in one of Europe's top five leagues. The previous reco...
1970-01-01 08:00
South Africa could become failed state, says ANC's Fikile Mbalula
Fikile Mbalula says that incessant power cuts in South Africa have "made a mess of our country".
1970-01-01 08:00
Emi Martinez makes plea to Lionel Messi to join Aston Villa
Argentina goalkeeper Emi Martinez has revealed how he is trying to tempt Lionel Messi to join him at Aston Villa.
1970-01-01 08:00
Erdogan backers bullish in his German stronghold
"I voted for Erdogan because he deserves to be re-elected," says Esra Kose, 45, who like the majority of Turkish voters in...
1970-01-01 08:00
