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SIR IDRIS ELBA SAYS JAMES BOND SHOULDN'T GO "WOKE" AND CLAIMS SOME AUDIENCES WOULDN'T ACCEPT A BLACK 007

British actor Sir Idris Elba has reignited the James Bond debate after saying the iconic spy franchise should not be made "woke". The Luther star, who was heavily linked to the role for years, argued that some audiences around the world would not accept a Black actor portraying 007 and that Bond should remain true to its original identity.

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OVER 1 MILLION YOUNG PEOPLE IN THE UK ARE NOW CLASSIFIED AS "NEET" – BUT WHAT DOES THAT ACTUALLY MEAN?

More than one million young people across the UK are now classed as "NEET" – meaning they are not in education, employment or training. Experts say a combination of rising living costs, mental health struggles and fewer opportunities are contributing to the growing figure, sparking concerns about what it means for the next generation.
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SOCIAL MEDIA USER CALLS OUT CREATOR AFTER SHE CLAIMS LOVE ISLAND OPE CAN CALL HIMSELF "WHATEVER HE WANTS"

A TikTok creator has gone viral after questioning why some viewers were concerned about how new Love Island contestant Ope pronounces his name and who he chooses to date. Content creator Brooke sparked debate online after sharing her thoughts on the growing conversation surrounding the islander.
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VOX POP: RESIDENTS SHARE THEIR WILDEST TAKES ON WEDDINGS

When it comes to weddings, everyone seems to have an opinion — and one local resident certainly wasn't short of one. As part of our latest vox pop, we stopped people on the street to ask a simple question: "Have you ever been to a Jamaican wedding?"
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RAP ICON DAVE CELEBRATES HIS 28TH BIRTHDAY!

As Dave celebrates his 28th birthday, fans are reflecting on the remarkable journey that has taken him from South London teenager to one of Britain's most influential artists. With chart-topping albums, major awards and powerful social commentary to his name, the rapper has become a defining voice of his generation.
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SINGER AND SONGWRITER TALAY RILEY SADLY PASSES AWAY

Tributes have been pouring in following the death of singer-songwriter Talay Riley at the age of 35. Best known for his work behind some of the UK's biggest hits, Riley built a respected career as both an artist and songwriter, working with a host of major names while leaving a lasting mark on British music.
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SIDEMEN RELEASE STATEMENT FOLLOWING KSI’S EXIT

The Sidemen have broken their silence following KSI’s departure from the group, sharing a joint statement addressing fan confusion and confirming their plans for the future. The response comes days after KSI, also known as JJ Olatunji, announced he was stepping away after more than a decade as one of the group's most recognisable members.
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