Category: Culture

J.K. Rowling Sparks M&S Boycott Calls After Lingerie Section Controversy

It seems J.K. Rowling has once again waded into the UK’s culture war – and this time, Marks & Spencer is in the firing line. The author has called for shoppers to ditch the British retail giant after reports surfaced about a run-in between a customer and a trans employee in the lingerie section. According to The Telegraph, a mother complained that her teenage daughter felt “uncomfortable” when offered assistance by the staff member, referring to her as a “biological male” and refusing to recognise her gender identity. M&S reportedly apologised to the customer, adding that if requested in future, a “female colleague” would help instead. The alleged incident happened back in March, before the UK Supreme Court’s ruling that the legal definition of “woman” in the 2010 Equality Act is based on biological sex – a decision critics say will make life harder for trans people in sex-segregated spaces. It’s worth noting that the employee in question doesn’t carry out bra fittings or accompany customers into fitting rooms. Still, the story has ignited fresh debate on social media – with Rowling urging followers to take their shopping elsewhere. Whatever side you’re on, one thing’s for sure – this conversation is far from over.

Davido Gifted Chioma a $300K Watch and a $950K Ring at Their Miami Wedding

Davido and Chioma’s Miami wedding already had the glitter of a thousand flashbulbs — designer gowns, an ocean breeze, and a guest list dripping in star power. But just when you thought the romance couldn’t possibly sparkle more, Davido dropped a surprise that could light up the Florida coastline. Mid-reception, in struts celebrity jeweller Benny Da Jeweler — the man behind some of the most jaw-dropping timepieces and bling in celebrity history — holding a little box with a very big secret: a $300K+ Richard Mille watch for Chioma. The bride’s reaction? Pure joy. Ours? Somewhere between a gasp and Googling “how to marry a Davido.” And just because one gasp-worthy gift clearly wasn’t enough, Benny also revealed he was the mastermind behind Chioma’s wedding ring: a 10-carat, GIA-certified, F-colour oval diamond worth a casual $950K. Yes, nearly a million dollars sparkling on her finger. Weddings are supposed to be about love and commitment… but if yours also includes luxury jewellery with a postcode-sized price tag? Well, we won’t say no.

And Just Like That… It’s Over. The SATC Sequel Ends With a Whimper, Not a Manolo

After three rollercoaster seasons of Big goodbyes, podcast dramas, and… Che Díaz, HBO has officially called time on And Just Like That… The Sex and the City revival is bowing out — and honestly, it’s about time. Showrunner Michael Patrick King confirmed the end this week, sharing that while writing the Season 3 finale, it “became clear” that it was the perfect moment to stop. Translation: they saw the group chat memes and the dwindling views. Let’s be real — this wasn’t giving Season 6 energy. To soften the blow, the final season has been extended from 10 to 12 episodes and will end with a two-part finale. A farewell tour, if you will. Launched in 2021, And Just Like That… attempted to pick up where SATC left off: Carrie, Miranda, and Charlotte navigating life (and questionable new wardrobes) in their 50s. Samantha was technically still in the group — if you count one emoji-heavy text thread and a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it cameo from Kim Cattrall in Season 2. The reboot also tried to modernise the original’s legacy, bringing in a more diverse cast (we see you, Seema and LTW), tackling everything from grief and gender identity to TikTok-era dating. But despite its big themes and bigger shoes to fill, it never quite landed. Was it the cringe comedy? The lack of Samantha sass? The fact that no one knew what Che’s podcast was about? Either way, the magic just wasn’t there. Even Aidan’s return couldn’t fix it. Still, credit where it’s due — And Just Like That… tried. It tried to grow up, glow up, and stay relevant in a world that’s changed since Cosmopolitans and Manolos ruled the city. But in the end, it proved that not every classic needs a comeback. Here’s to the memories, the outfits, and the chaos. But mostly, here’s to Samantha. Always.

Everything We Know About The Devil Wears Prada 2

Alright girlies, gather round—this is not a drill. The Devil Wears Prada is officially getting a sequel, and we’re already clutching our lattes and emotionally preparing for the return of Miranda Priestly’s deadly glare. Nearly 20 years since we were first traumatised (and deeply inspired) by the cerulean monologue heard around the world, the Runway girls are back. Yes, Miranda, Andy, Emily, and Nigel are returning—alongside a few new scene-stealers that Gen Z will absolutely claim as their own. So, what’s the tea? As of July 2024, the fashion film to end all fashion films is confirmed for a sequel. Disney and 20th Century Studios are producing it. Cameras started rolling on 30 June 2025 in New York, and thanks to TikTok detectives and nosy fans with long lenses, we’ve already seen snippets of Anne Hathaway (Andy), Stanley Tucci (Nigel), and new cast members Simone Ashley and Pauline Chalamet on set. Emily Blunt hasn’t been spotted yet (cue suspenseful music), but she’s reportedly in—and honestly, what is a Prada film without the original “I’m just one stomach flu away from my goal weight” queen? Now let’s talk plot—what we think we know, anyway. Miranda’s empire (ahem, Runway Magazine) is apparently struggling in the new digital age, while Emily now works at a swanky luxury advertising agency. Power shift? Check. Prada heels on shaky ground? Also check. Andy’s role is still a bit mysterious, but if she’s still writing listicles for online media, we riot. And no, Nate isn’t returning—so your emotional support rage can rest. We won’t be forced to watch that man question Andy’s ambition again in 2026. Let’s talk new faces: alongside Ashley and Chalamet, Lucy Liu, B.J. Novak, Justin Theroux, and Tracie Thoms are set to join the cast. Social media’s already gone feral, turning every celebrity into a rumoured cast member (we’re still holding out for Anna Wintour to make a Prada-clad cameo again, tbh). As for fashion? No official confirmation yet on whether Patricia Field is returning to costume-design our dreams, but she’s currently booked and busy with And Just Like That…. Devastating, we know. But fingers crossed she swings by with a rail of loaned couture. After all, she’s the reason the original film cost about $1 million in wardrobe alone. The sequel is rumoured to be loosely inspired by the book Revenge Wears Prada, which sees Andy and Emily team up to launch a luxury bridal magazine—very 2013 Pinterest-core, but we’re into it. Disney hasn’t confirmed if that’s the exact plot, though, so take it with a designer grain of salt. Release date: 1 May 2026.Expectation level: Irrationally high.

Sydney Sweeney Got Jacked, Bruised, and Bloody for Her New Role

Sydney Sweeney has traded lip gloss and lace for blood, bruises, and boxing gloves—and no, this is not an Euphoria plot twist. The actress is starring in Christy, a biopic about the legendary boxer Christy Martin, and it’s easily her most intense, most physically unrecognisable role yet. The “coquette-core” era? Consider it retired. The first images just dropped, and let’s be clear—this isn’t your average “serious role” glow-down. Sydney transformed. Like, “are we sure that’s the same person who seduced Glen Powell while sipping tequila on a boat?” levels of transformed. One fan even said it was giving Charlize Theron in Monster—and honestly, not wrong. In Christy, she plays the trailblazing female boxer who broke into a violently male-dominated sport, got famous fighting on a Tyson undercard (iconic), and survived actual attempted murder by her husband-slash-trainer. It’s not a biopic. It’s a full-body exorcism of Sydney’s rom-com comfort zone. And it already smells like awards bait. Directed by David Michôd, co-written with Mirrah Foulkes, and with Christy Martin herself involved (because authenticity matters when you’ve literally survived everything), the film doesn’t shy away from the mess—addiction, trauma, identity crisis, and violence both in and out of the ring. And Sydney? She’s not playing around. She trained for months. Built muscle. Lost her size 23 waist. Gained thighs that probably fear no man. In her own words to W Magazine: “I didn’t fit in any of my clothes… My boobs got bigger. And my butt got huge. I was like, Oh my god. But it was amazing: I was so strong, like crazy strong.” Forget the glam squads and custom corsets. This time, Sydney’s power is protein shakes and pain. The film premieres at TIFF in September 2025 (yes, start prepping your Oscars predictions), and while the global release date is still TBD, the hype has already laced its gloves and stepped into the ring. If Christy lands the way it’s shaping up to, this could be the role that officially takes Sydney from hot-girl-next-door to “she’s got range” territory. Because behind all the sweat and broken ribs? A story about survival, legacy, and reclaiming power—mess and all.

Andy Sachs Is Back—And ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Might Just Save Fashion (and Your Inner 2000s Girl)

Somewhere, a cerulean sweater just got its wings. Anne Hathaway has officially stepped back into the stilettos of Andy Sachs, and yes—The Devil Wears Prada 2 is happening. No longer just the fever dream of nostalgic millennials clinging to the last thread of magazine culture, the sequel is very real, very star-studded, and already giving major face (and timeline disruption). Anne dropped the first photo of her return as Andy—captioned “Andy Sachs 2025”—looking like she’s been through therapy, three promotions, and a podcast rebrand. And just like that, the internet imploded. Because if there’s one thing we love, it’s a high-fashion redemption arc with Meryl Streep somewhere in the mix, breathing fire in designer gloves. In case your brain’s still stuck in 2006, a quick recap: Andy was the baby journalist who survived the trenches of Runway magazine (read: she made it through one year under Miranda Priestly without dying or setting the office on fire). She quit in a symbolic Parisian mic drop and allegedly went off to chase “serious” journalism—aka, trade her Chanel boots for a conscience. But now? She’s back. And according to very cheeky sources (and that very teasing still), things have evolved. Miranda’s still clawing for relevance in a publishing world being swallowed whole by influencers, algorithms, and AI-generated trend reports. Meanwhile, Emily (yes, Emily Blunt’s gloriously withering “I’m just one stomach flu away from my goal weight” Emily) is now running the show at a massive fashion conglomerate that, conveniently, controls Runway’s ad revenue. So… power shift? Frienemies? Office catfights with C-suite gloss? We’re in. David Frankel returns to direct. Aline Brosh McKenna is writing again. Basically, the OG power team’s reassembled and ready to give us dialogue we’ll quote for another 20 years—because no, we still don’t know what those lumpy blue sweaters are called. The new cast is also stacked like an It Bag in Q4: Kenneth Branagh (playing Miranda’s husband, which—okay), Lucy Liu, Justin Theroux, Pauline Chalamet, and B.J. Novak join the chaos, while theatre darlings Helen J. Shen and Conrad Ricamora add drama we didn’t know we needed. Caleb Hearon will probably make us cry-laugh. Tracie Thoms and Tibor Feldman are back, because we love some Runway-era loyalty. The film drops May 1, 2026, which gives you just enough time to panic-buy a vintage Prada coat and pretend you’re not going to sob the minute Miranda says something devastating in a whisper. So here’s to Andy Sachs—older, wiser, and probably back on oat milk. May her return be everything we hope for and slightly more unhinged than it needs to be.