Month: April 2022

Top Celebrities Media & Entertainment

Kourtney Kardashian And Travis Barker Are Married Without A Marriage License

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The news of Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker’s marriage is real but they are yet to obtain a legal license for their marriage. Perhaps, they have some other plans in mind to host a grand wedding party for all their family members, friends, and well-wishers.

Highlights:

• Kourtney Kardashian surprised the world by breaking the news of her marriage
• She married Travis Barker at a private ceremony but didn’t obtain a marriage license
• Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker announced their engagement six months back
• Presently Kourtney Kardashian is preparing for her new reality show on Hulu

Kourtney Kardashian Broke The News Of Her Marriage On Instagram

Kourtney Kardashian And Travis Barker Are Married

She shared some beautiful pics of her marriage on Instagram and penned a heartfelt note on how things happened. She called herself a queen and Travis Barker a handsome king in the photo caption. She said that it happened after an epic night and a little tequila. She also mentioned that they didn’t legalize their marriage and would obtain a marriage license in the future.

They got married at a Las Vegas wedding chapel soon after the Grammy Awards night. But they aren’t legally married. The gossip on social media is that Kourtney Kardashian could announce her real wedding during her upcoming show on Hulu.

Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker were in the news after they announced their engagement six months back. They had been in relation for a long time before announcing their engagement. While the world was waiting for their marriage, they surprised the world by marrying without a legal marriage license.

Kardashian’s Upcoming Hulu Reality Series

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International News & Politics

Police And Army Clash At Protest In Sri Lanka

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As anti-government demonstrations intensified in the country, Sri Lankan Army Chief called for an inquiry as police stopped soldiers of special forces at protests in Colombo.

10 Developments In Sri Lanka

Police And Army Clash At Protest In Sri Lanka
  1. Army Chief Shavendra Silva called for an inquiry after police stopped a group of masked soldiers with assault rifles at protests near parliament, where children, women, and the elderly were protesting.
  2. President Gotabaya Rajapaksa revoked the state of emergency he declared on 1 April with immediate effect amid protests against the nation’s worst economic crisis.
  3. 41 lawmakers walked out of the ruling alliance bringing the government to a minority and former allies demanding Rajapaksa’s resignation.
  4. Opposition parties have rebuffed Preside Rajapaksa’s call to join the government. But there are no signs of the opposition toppling the minority government.
  5. Finance Minister Ali Sabry stepped down ahead of a crucial meeting with International Monetary Fund for a loan program.
  6. The UN Human Right Council is closely watching the developments in Sri Lanka which is already under international censure for its deteriorating human rights record.
  7. Sri Lanka temporarily shut its embassies in Norway and Iraq and the Consulate General in Sydney.
  8. The International Monetary Fund is closely monitoring the political and economic developments of Sri Lanka as the public unrest in the island country grows against the worst economic crisis.
  9. Mass agitations are at a fever pitch in Sri Lanka after the foreign exchange crisis and balance of payment issues culminated into an unprecedented economic crisis. People attempted to storm the homes of government officials to protest against the failed policies of the ruling Rajapaksa family.
  10. Sri Lanka is facing its worst economic crisis since its independence from the British empire in 1948. The country is facing
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International News & Politics

Hashtags #Bucha And #Buchamassacare No Longer Trending On Facebook And Instagram

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Hashtags related to civilian deaths in northern Ukraine will no longer feature on Facebook and Instagram according to Meta Platforms, the owner of two social media platforms. While Meta Platforms has justified reasons for the action, humanitarian organizations are criticizing the deletion of data.

Highlights:

• Meta Platforms removes violent Ukraine war content from Facebook and Instagram
• Automated systems are activated to block hashtags related to civilian killings
• Facebook and Instagram allow the publication of violent content only to raise awareness but explicit images are deleted
• Meta Platforms stores data only for 90 days but it is looking for ways to preserve the important data

Why Are Hashtags Related To Northern Ukraine Civilian Killings Blocked?

Bodies of civilians shot at close range were discovered in a town seized back from Russian forces. The city is Bucha and the images are titled killings in Bucha. The images are so disturbing that the people have started demanding further sanctions against Moscow. But Russia has clearly denied any accusations of killing the civilian population in Ukraine.

Giving the reason for removal, Meta spokesman Ando Stone wrote on Twitter that the company initiated the process of deleting disturbing images after it came to know about the hashtags #bucha and #buchamassacre.

Northern Ukraine Civilian Killings Blocked

Ando Stone said that Meta Platforms allow the publication of images on its social media sites only for raising public awareness. But the images found disturbing are removed automatically from the platforms. The company owns automated scanning systems that scan Facebook and Instagram for violent images and remove the images that celebrate suffering.

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Top Celebrities Fashion & Lifestyle

The Top 10 Show Stoppers Of The 64th Annual Grammy Awards 2022

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The entertainers turned the 64th Annual Grammy Awards function into a fashion event where they displayed glamour with bold statements. The Las Vegas event gave a red-carpet welcome to the best actors and actresses, veteran DJs, legendary singers, and producers.

Here’s Who Showed Up At The Event

Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber

Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber

Justin Bieber in Crocs by Balenciaga and Hailey Bieber in a simple white off-shoulder gown showed up big at the event. Justin Bieber also wore dark eyeglasses and a pink cap.

Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga posed with her stunning black-and-white dress after getting co-nominated for record of the year. And she looked beautiful in an off-shoulder gown and bleached hair.

Olivia Rodrigo

Olivia Rodrigo

The viral hit “Drivers License” got the 19-year-old singer the award for the best pop solo performance at the 64th Grammy Awards function. And the happiness and pride of winning the award were visible in her dressing style.

Chloe Bailey

Chloe Bailey

She looks stunning is what everyone was saying about her stars studded silver dress which is an off-shoulder gown with a matching cover wrapped around her shoulders.

Megan Thee Stallion

Megan Thee Stallion

Rapper Megan Thee Stallion poses for a photograph after getting nominated for the best rap performance award. And she looked awesome in an animal print off-shoulder gown.

Billie Eilish

Billie Eilish

This all-black woman is singer-songwriter Billie Eilish. Her name was suggested for several honors including the record of the year. But she’s one and only with a stunning black look.

Dua Lipa

Dua Lipa

She’s the real presenter of the 64th Annual Grammy Awards. Her off-shoulder black dress, tribal jewelry, highlighted hair, and pink lips with minimal makeup was a head-turner at the event.… Read the rest

International Media & Entertainment

Did Will Smith Resign In Disciplinary Action?

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Will smith first made a public apology through social media and then decided to resign from the Academy over his indecent behavior at the 94th Academy Awards presentation.

Resignation Statement of Will Smith

Resignation Statement of Will Smith

“I am resigning from membership in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences”, read the statement. It was further written that Will Smith would accept any further consequences the Board deemed appropriate. His action at the award function was shocking and painful. He hurt Chris, Chris’ family and friends, and all those attendees and the global audience in their homes.

The statement read that Will Smith betrayed the trust of the Academy and deprived other nominees and winners of their opportunity to celebrate and be celebrated. Will Smith was heartbroken.

Recalling The Incident

Chris Rock, the standup comedian, mocked Smith’s wife Jada Pinkett about his medical condition. She’s suffering from alopecia and facing hair loss as a result. Smith instantly walked up to Chris and slapped him in full public view. While it soothed his anger but the Academy criticized the indecent behavior.

Will Smith’s Apology

Will Smith also tendered his apology through his Instagram post but it did little to calm the anger against him. Academy was determined to take strict disciplinary action against Smith. First, Chris Rock was asked to call the police and get Smith arrested for his behavior but Chris denied taking any action.

Will Smith’s Resignation

Will Smith’s Resignation

Will Smith sent his resignation to the Academy after the news of strict disciplinary action against him was broke. The Academy was mulling expelling, suspending, or taking any other suitable action against Will Smith. But Smith sent his resignation to … Read the rest

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Will Smith To Face Disciplinary Action From Academy

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After Chris Rock dismissed all options of legal action against Will Smith, the Academy said it was mulling punishment including possible expulsion of Smith for his public outrage at the Oscar ceremony.

Highlights:

• Chris Rock was allowed to take legal action against Will Smith
• Los Angeles police were ready to arrest Smith
• Smith was given the best actor Oscar
• Academy could punish Smith for his behavior

What Were The Legal Options For Chris Rock?

Will Packer, the show’s producer, said that he sat with police officers and Chris Rock to discuss the legal options Rock could choose against Will Smith. The officers said that they could arrest Smith if Rock could press charges. But Chris said that he was fine. Los Angeles police officers laid all options before Chris Rock but he said no to all those options.

Would The Academy Punish Will Smith?

Would The Academy Punish Will Smith

Will Smith was awarded the best actor Oscar award soon after he slapped Chris Rock in full public view. Chris Rock, a standup comedian, mocked Smith’s wife Jada Pinkett for her hair loss. Smith couldn’t accept the joke and slapped Rock before the audience.

The Academy allowed the function to proceed after the public display of the outrage. Will Smith was awarded and the audience cheered for Smith. Soon after he was asked to leave the event but he denied it and insisted on staying.

Will Smith is the fifth black man to win a leading actor Oscar but the Academy is serious about taking action against Smith. He could be expelled from the industry for indecent behavior.

Will Smith To Face Disciplinary Action From Academy

Academy Has Already Started Proceedings

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