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#esports
fromEngadget
4 days ago
Video games

LoL esports team suspends player for saying women can't compete while menstruating

fromEngadget
4 days ago
Video games

LoL esports team suspends player for saying women can't compete while menstruating

World politics
fromWIRED
5 days ago

Right-Wing Influencers Are Turning to Foreign Affairs

Politicians and governments use influencer platforms and staged visits to broadcast diplomatic messages on social media, reaching new audiences while provoking controversy.
World news
from101GREATGOALS.COM
1 week ago

Floyd Mayweather vs. Mike Tyson: Boxing legends announce 2026 exhibition fight

Floyd Mayweather Jr. will fight Mike Tyson in a 2026 exhibition bout, drawing significant attention and controversy due to their ages and histories.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Steely and strangely divisive, Michael Bradley's playing career cut to the id of US soccer fandom

Michael Bradley received belated recognition for a highly accomplished, controversial U.S. national team career marked by 151 caps, leadership, and Serie A success.
Marketing
fromRetail Dive
1 week ago

American Eagle's celebrity marketing drew outcry - and new customers

American Eagle's celebrity-driven campaigns generated massive impressions and 700,000 new customers despite controversy, producing national momentum and strong limited-edition product demand.
Music
fromVulture
1 week ago

Sabrina Carpenter Is No Sub

Sabrina Carpenter intentionally cultivates a sensual pop persona that fuels controversies and public debates about female sexuality, desirability, and the commercial power of sex in pop music.
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Poles in the Wehrmacht: traitors or victims of Nazi Germany? DW 09/03/2025

At first glance, these photos are nothing out of the ordinary, considering that a total of 17 million men were called up to fight in the Nazi army between 1939 and 1945. But these photos are unusual because they show citizens of Nazi-occupied Poland wearing the military uniform of the hated enemy's army.
Miscellaneous
fromConsequence
1 week ago

Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun Are Dating

Sydney Sweeney is dating Scooter Braun, according to TMZ. The 27-year-old actress and 44-year-old music executive have been seeing each other for the last several months after apparently meeting at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's wedding in Venice over the summer. Sources close to the couple described their relationship to TMZ as "casual." Sweeney was previously engaged to Jonathan Davino, but they split in January.
Music
Marketing
fromModern Retail
1 week ago

Brands Briefing: The return of raunchy marketing

Brands are increasingly using sexualized, provocative advertising to cut through marketing noise and drive high engagement.
#snoop-dogg
#var
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago
English Premier League

The VAR Review: Explaining Eze's disallowed goal, and why Senesi escaped a red card

fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago
English Premier League

The VAR Review: Explaining Eze's disallowed goal, and why Senesi escaped a red card

Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Mussolini's great-grandson makes Serie A debut

Romano Floriani Mussolini made his Serie A debut as a substitute, earning a penalty that secured Cremonese's 3-2 win and put them top of the table.
National Football League
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Bill Belichick and His Girlfriend Filed a Trademark for the Term Gold Digger' Seriously

Bill Belichick and girlfriend Jordon Hudson filed trademarks including 'Gold Digger' for merchandise and multiple other marks, provoking backlash over 'Trail of Salty Tears'.
Film
fromAnOther
2 weeks ago

A Guide to the Discomfort Cinema of Darren Aronofsky

Darren Aronofsky creates intensely visceral, divisive films that unrelentingly probe the human psyche through confrontational stylistic audacity and thematic darkness.
fromForbes
2 weeks ago

Katseye's Gap Ad Goes Viral Weeks After Sydney Sweeney's American Eagle Partnership

Gap unveiled a new marketing collaboration starring Katseye, a girl group composed of members from the Philippines, South Korea, Switzerland, and the United States, last week, including a 90-second video of the group dancing to "Milkshake" by Kelis clad in Gap denim. The group's diverse background, and Gap's statement the ad highlights "cultural diversity" and "individuality," have prompted some comparisons online to Sydney Sweeney's controversial American Eagle ad, which was championed by conservatives after some criticized it for appearing to promote eugenics.
Fashion & style
from101GREATGOALS.COM
2 weeks ago

Real Oviedo 0-1 Real Madrid: Controversial Mbappe goal puts Xabi Alonso's men in front

Kylian Mbappe scored his second goal in as many games to hand Real Madrid a half-time lead at Real Oviedo this evening. The Frenchman received Arda Guler's pass, and turned sharply before firing a low drive beyond the dive of home goalkeeper Aaron Escandell. The goal was not without controversy though with Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni crashing into home midfielder Leander Dendoncker with a crunching tackle to win the ball. The Oviedo fans demanded a free-kick but it was not forthcoming.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromConsequence
3 weeks ago

Lorne Michaels Says Sinead O'Connor Would Have Been Invited on SNL's 50th Anniversary Special

What is among Saturday Night Live's most controversial moments could have had a happy ending. In an all new interview with Matthew Belloni of Puck News, SNL creator Lorne Michaels said he had planned to bring back Sinéad O'Connor for a performance during the SNL50 live special. "If [O'Connor] were still alive, I would have asked her to sing that song," Michaels said in reference to the performance of "Nothing Compares 2 U" by Miley Cyrus and Brittany Howard. O'Connor, of course, passed away in July 2023.
Television
Television
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

The Love Island USA Reunion Won't Be Easy for Huda Fans

The reunion confronts cheating rumors, dumping disputes, bullying, racist backlash, relationship updates, and the controversial "Heart Rate Challenge."
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Morgan Wallen won't submit No. 1 album 'I'm the Problem' for Grammy consideration

Morgan Wallen declined to submit his bestselling album I'm the Problem for Grammy consideration, making it ineligible for next year's awards.
#premier-league
fromSoccer News
3 weeks ago
Manchester United

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim defends decision to start Altay Bayindir ahead of Tom Heaton in goal against Arsenal (Video) - Soccer News

A mistake by Altay Bayindir led to a controversial goal for Arsenal, giving them vital points in the Premier League.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago
English Premier League

'A scandal' - was Leeds penalty correct and what does law say?

Referee decisions on handball remain controversial in the Premier League, as highlighted by Leeds' recent penalty against Everton.
fromSoccer News
3 weeks ago
Manchester United

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim defends decision to start Altay Bayindir ahead of Tom Heaton in goal against Arsenal (Video) - Soccer News

US politics
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

What's behind the Trump administration's immigration memes?

White House X account posts controversial content celebrating Trump's immigration policies, employing irony and nostalgia.
Film
fromVulture
4 weeks ago

TIFF Cancels, Then Uncancels, October 7 Film

The Toronto International Film Festival faced backlash for inconsistent programming decisions regarding controversial documentaries, particularly with 'The Road Between Us'.
Video games
fromKotaku
4 weeks ago

This Bodycam Footage Revenge Thriller Could Be Gaming's Next Big Controversy

Better Than Dead features a Chinese woman seeking revenge on oppressive enslavers in hyper-realistic, bodycam-style gameplay set in Hong Kong.
fromAxios
1 month ago

Pentagon clarifies Hegseth's repost on women's right to vote

Of course the Secretary thinks that women should have the right to vote," Pentagon Press Secretary Kingsley Wilson told reporters on Thursday. "I'm not going to litigate every single aspect of what he may or may not believe in a certain video....
US politics
Social justice
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Why are people mad at E.l.f. Beauty? The Matt Rife controversy, explained

E.l.f. Beauty's new ad campaign featuring comedian Matt Rife has sparked significant backlash due to Rife's past controversial remarks.
LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

John Boyne says LGBTQ+ fiction prize backlash brought him close to the edge'

John Boyne has faced backlash for being included on the Polari prize longlist, resulting in multiple author withdrawals and public petitions against him.
Film
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Bruce Lee's Legacy Has Involved Controversies for Years

Bruce Lee's legacy, controversies, and impacts on the film industry persist over five decades after his death.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

RTE could face 'staff rebellion' if Ryan Tubridy returns after repaying 150,000, sources say

Former Late Late Show host repaid €150,000 to RTÉ after controversy over payment deal made in 2020.
#advertising
fromPoynter
1 month ago
Social justice

On X, support for American Eagle ads with Sydney Sweeney's 'good jeans' overwhelms criticism - Poynter

fromPoynter
1 month ago
Social justice

On X, support for American Eagle ads with Sydney Sweeney's 'good jeans' overwhelms criticism - Poynter

Film
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

How Netflix's Popular Reality Show 'Is It Cake?' Landed In Hot Water - Tasting Table

The show "Is It Cake?" faced controversy when contestant Jonny Manganello was accused of cheating during the taco challenge.
Film
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Why has an AI-altered Bollywood movie sparked uproar in India?

Eros International re-released the film Raanjhanaa with an AI-generated happy ending, igniting controversy among filmmakers and artists.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Don Jr. Posts Photoshop of Father Throwing Dildo Off White House Roof

Donald Trump Jr. posted a photoshopped image of his father throwing a dildo off the White House roof, referencing a recent incident in women's basketball.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Carville Deletes Epstein Episode After Melania Trump Warning

James Carville apologized after a legal complaint from Melania Trump's lawyer over a podcast video and statements made about her.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Egg yolks, horse sex and necrophile nuns: Emerald Fennell's Wuthering Heights confirmed as unconventional'

Emerald Fennell's adaptation of Wuthering Heights features provocative content that deviates significantly from the original novel's themes.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

A zoo in Denmark asked patrons to donate their pets. Not as attractions, but for food

The Aalborg Zoo in Denmark asked people to donate unwanted pets that would be 'gently euthanized' and fed to predators in captivity.
Pets
#wnba
Photography
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Steve McCurry, a great photographer annoyed by certain questions: You are trying to trip me into some bullshit'

Steve McCurry's photography balances vibrant colors and human stories, although he faced controversy for image manipulation.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Remembering the original Superman

The rebellious, radical Superman was dangerous. He could inspire. And so he had to be coopted.
Social justice
#sydney-sweeney
fromMashable
1 month ago

Brock Lesnar's WWE return at 'SummerSlam' did not go over well on social media

Brock Lesnar has faced backlash since his surprise return, following allegations made in a lawsuit against former WWE CEO Vince McMahon involving sexual misconduct and trafficking.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Napier barracks to continue housing asylum seekers after small boat influx

"Napier barracks, one of the first mass accommodation sites opened to house asylum seekers, will not be closing as planned due to an influx of small boats arrivals."
UK news
fromJezebel
1 month ago

Another Diabolical Reminder to Never Trust a Man

"Rodriguez has apparently been using racial slurs in group chats with his friends, all while JaNa was actively discussing marriage."
Television
#trump
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump's Stunning Response When Asked if He Has Sexual Age Limit' Resurfaces as Epstein-Mania Boils

Trump's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein has garnered renewed scrutiny amidst ongoing controversy.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Penguin Random House editor shared post mocking murdered exec Wesley LePatner

"Her sole job was making sure housing is expensive and that we all rent for the rest of our lives," read the original post portraying LePatner - a Jewish mom of two - as the face of unaffordable housing.
US politics
#donald-trump
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
US politics

You've Got to Be Kidding Me!' Trump Hangs Up on CNN Reporter After Just 30 Seconds as He's Asked About New' Epstein Photos

US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

WATCH: Trump Jokes About Dating Young Girl In 10 Years' in Newly Resurfaced Clip

Donald Trump faced renewed controversy due to a resurfaced video where he joked about dating a young girl 10 years later.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Unearthed Video: Trump Judges Teen Models 1991 Amid Epstein

Donald Trump's past participation in modeling competitions featuring underage contestants raises serious concerns amidst allegations related to Jeffrey Epstein.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
US politics

You've Got to Be Kidding Me!' Trump Hangs Up on CNN Reporter After Just 30 Seconds as He's Asked About New' Epstein Photos

Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Lewd, crude and politically astute: South Park's history of controversy

South Park creators signed a $1.5bn deal with Paramount while criticizing the studio's compliance with political pressures in their season premiere.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Spain's chance to shine: Euro 2025 offers opportunity to move past controversy

Spain's fight for recognition amid controversy fuels their pursuit of success in Euro 2025.
#hulk-hogan
Video games
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

Street Fighter 6 Art Contest Marred By Allegations Of AI Use

Controversy arose over allegations of AI-generated artwork in a fan-art contest for Street Fighter 6.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump DHS Accused of Cryptically Including White Supremacist Slogan in Tweet

A Department of Homeland Security tweet referencing a painting sparked controversy for allegedly alluding to white supremacist symbolism.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Spain players deserve to enjoy Euro 2025 final - Walsh

Keira Walsh hopes Spain can enjoy the Euro 2025 final without the past controversy surrounding their World Cup win.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

The metamorphosis of Sequoia's Shaun Maguire: 'Never back down.'

Maguire's comments were not unusual for him; he shifted from a moderate to a MAGA convert and outspoken right-wing commentator, stirring controversy in tech.
US politics
fromFuturism
1 month ago

You Will Die Inside When You Learn Who Elon Musk's Thirst Trap for Women Is Based on

The companions were clearly designed to spark controversy, with Ani happily undressing herself to xAI's likely male-dominated audience of Elon bros.
Tech industry
Television
fromKqed
1 month ago

Kiss Cam Incident at Coldplay Concert Highlights the Technology's Awkward History | KQED

Byron resigned, leading to widespread memes and mock responses, including funny merchandise related to the event.
Chelsea
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 month ago

Pat Nevin's scathing verdict on 'ridiculous' Club World Cup and Donald Trump's 'embarrasing' antics

Concerns over player welfare and financial motives marked the FIFA Club World Cup expansion.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Has Elon Musk built a Nazi chatbot? podcast

Grok, an AI chatbot, emerged in 2023, promising unfiltered responses but later became controversial for antisemitism and violent content.
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Trump calls for old Commanders, Guardians names

President Trump stated that the Washington football franchise should revert to the Redskins name, highlighting public desire for it and expressing concern over heritage loss among Native Americans.
US politics
Miscellaneous
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Bradley's take: Usyk's rhythm will be key; but there's a way for Dubois to disrupt it

Usyk and Dubois face off again for the heavyweight championship after both have significantly advanced since their first encounter.
London music
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

French town drops music festival funding over Kneecap booking

The Irish rap trio's presence on the festival line-up has resulted in a €40,000 funding cut by local authorities.
Humor
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Gillis draws boos and laughs amid jabs at Caitlin Clark and Donald Trump at Espys ceremony

Shane Gillis's monologue at the Espys received mixed reactions due to awkward humor and controversial references.
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