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LeMonde
10 hours ago
- Politics
- LeMonde
Epstein scandal sparks $10 billion clash between Trump and Murdoch
Longtime allies Donald Trump and Rupert Murdoch have experienced highs and lows that fluctuate in tandem with their ratings and popularity. Murdoch helped build Trump's career, notably through coverage on Fox News and in the New York Post, while Trump's scandals and rise in politics brought audiences and readers to Murdoch's media empire. Since The Wall Street Journal – owned by the media mogul – published an article on July 17 about the ties between Trump and Jeffrey Epstein, the New York sexual predator found hanged in his cell in 2019, the relationship between the two men has reached a breaking point. At the center of this crisis is a scrapbook, one among many, created in 2003 for Epstein's 50 th birthday. According to The Wall Street Journal, Trump had, at the request of Ghislaine Maxwell – Epstein's associate who was sentenced to 20 years in prison in 2022 – signed an explicit drawing of a naked woman, with the comment: "Happy Birthday − and may every day be another wonderful secret." The president, who has tried to explain that he cut ties with Epstein before the criminal accusations began two decades ago and was never involved in his secret and criminal life, vehemently denied the report. "This is not me. This is a fake thing. It's a fake Wall Street Journal story," he told the newspaper's reporters. His calls to The Wall Street Journal 's editor-in-chief, British journalist Emma Tucker, and his interventions with the paper's owner, the American-Australian media tycoon Murdoch, were to no avail. The story broke anyway.
Sky News AU
08-07-2025
- Politics
- Sky News AU
'Can't sit around at Royal Lodge forever': Prince Andrew likely to dust off his passport and hit the skies after FBI drops Epstein probe
Prince Andrew is reportedly preparing to dust off his passport after an FBI memo confirmed the agency has closed its investigation into his ties with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The 64-year-old Duke of York, once dubbed "Air Miles Andy" for his lavish overseas travel while serving as a working royal, has kept a low profile at Royal Lodge in Windsor for the past six years, largely avoiding international trips for fear of legal trouble abroad. But that may be about to change. According to the memo, obtained by Axios, the FBI and the US Justice Department under President Donald Trump found no evidence to suggest Epstein had blackmailed powerful figures or kept a so-called "client list". The memo states no further charges will be laid in connection with the Epstein case, apart from those already brought against the disgraced financier's former associate Ghislaine Maxwell, who is serving a 20-year sentence for child sex trafficking and related offences. As part of its findings, the Department of Justice also released hours of CCTV footage from Epstein's 2019 death in a Manhattan jail cell, concluding the disgraced financier died by suicide, despite the conspiracy theories that have swirled in the years since. For Prince Andrew, the memo brings a potential reprieve, as a close friend revealed on Tuesday that he had been "very nervous" about travelling abroad due to fears of arrest or civil lawsuits. "He has been abroad once since the scandal erupted," the source told The Sun, referencing a 2022 private jet trip to Bahrain. "He has always been very nervous about going abroad and felt he'd always be looking over his shoulder as he could be subject to civil action or at worst, being arrested. "Hopefully with this out of the way it means he can at least leave the country." They added: "What's he supposed to do with the rest of his life? He hasn't been convicted of any crime and can't sit around doing nothing at Royal Lodge forever." The Duke of York's fall from grace began more than a decade ago with his questionable ties to Epstein, but intensified in 2019 after he was accused by the late Virginia Giuffre of sexual misconduct when she was just 17. Giuffre, who claimed Epstein trafficked her to Andrew on three occasions, filed a civil suit against him in 2021. Andrew has always denied the allegations but reached a reported multi-million-dollar settlement with the American-Australian in 2022. Following the scandal, the late Queen Elizabeth II stripped her second-eldest son of his HRH style and military titles. Since then, the father of two has been largely sidelined from royal life and has been absent from high-profile events, most recently the Royal Box at Wimbledon and the Royal Procession at Royal Ascot. Tensions are also understood to be simmering between Andrew and King Charles III, over the Duke's refusal to vacate Royal Lodge, his long-time residence shared with ex-wife Sarah, Duchess of York, which has reportedly fallen into disrepair. Once celebrated for his decorated naval career, including service in the Falklands War, Andrew's public image later took a hit as criticism mounted over his extravagant travel habits and expenses as a royal. He was dubbed "Air Miles Andy" after reportedly racking up enormous costs while serving as a UK trade envoy, including a £100,000 (about AUD$200,000) private jet trip to the US in 2008 and a £30,000 (AUD$60,000) taxpayer-funded visit to China and the Far East that same year.
Time of India
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
How rich was Julian McMahon? Here's what the 'Nip/Tuck' and 'FBI: Most Wanted' star left behind
Julian McMahon , the American-Australian actor known for his roles in Nip/Tuck , Charmed, and FBI: Most Wanted , died on July 2, 2025, at the age of 56. He passed away with an unmatched legacy of genre-defining performances that spanned television and film. Born on July 27, 1968, in Sydney, McMahon was the son of former Australian Prime Minister Sir William McMahon. After briefly studying law and economics, he transitioned into modeling, working in major fashion hubs like Milan and New York before moving to acting. His early television breakthrough came on the Australian soap Home and Away, eventually leading to roles in American shows like Profiler and the cult hit Charmed, where he played the fan-favorite demon Cole Turner. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 20 years of commitment to sustainability and innovation Acciona Undo McMahon's most iconic role was the brilliant yet morally complex Dr. Christian Troy in FX's Nip/Tuck. He later starred as FBI Special Agent Jess LaCroix in FBI : Most Wanted, showcasing his range from villainous to heroic characters. Known for his charisma, versatility, and screen presence, McMahon earned respect from fans and industry peers throughout his decades-long career. Live Events He was married three times, first to Australian pop star Dannii Minogue in 1994, though their marriage lasted just over a year. He later married actress Brooke Burns in 1999, with whom he had a daughter, Madison, born in 2000. That marriage ended in 2001. In 2014, McMahon married Kelly Paniagua, a writer and model, and the two remained together until his passing. Julian McMahon's Net Worth? At the time of his death, McMahon's net worth was estimated at $16 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth and The Richest, although the exact number is not publicly revealed. Much of his wealth stemmed from his acting earnings, but he also made strategic real estate investments. In 1997, he purchased a home in Los Angeles' Hollywood Hills, just beneath the iconic Hollywood sign, for approximately $712,000. As reported by Urban, he sold the property in 2015 for $2.18 million, making a profit of around $1.5 million. He also reportedly held real estate assets in his native Australia.
Axios
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Axios
Live music: 10 concerts coming to Charlotte in June, including Modest Mouse and 311
Charlotte live music fans, here's a quick list of the 10 biggest concerts coming to the city in June. June 5: Disco Biscuits Formed in 1995, the "World is Spinning" jam band from Philadelphia is known for its vibrant live shows and its creative blend of "trance-fusion" tracks. Location: Neighborhood Theatre Time: 8pm Tickets: $62.01 June 6: Dispatch with John Butler Known for hits like "The General" and "Only the Wild Ones," Dispatch, whose new album"Yellow Jacket" also comes out June 6, joins American-Australian singer and songwriter John Butler for a show at the outdoor amphitheater near Uptown. Location: Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre Time: 6pm Tickets: $30 June 7: Barenaked Ladies The "One Week" rock band stops in Charlotte as part of its "Last Summer on Earth" tour. Location: Skyle Credit Union Amphitheatre Time: 7pm Tickets: $30 June 10: Adeem the Artist A native of Locust, a rural North Carolina town east of Charlotte, Adeem the Artist is known for creatively blending country, folk and Americana music — and sprinkling in social commentary. Location: Evening Muse Time: 7:30pm Tickets: $26.44 June 13: Kaitlin Butts Butts, known for her powerful vocals and soulful storytelling, is a rising star in the country/Americana scene who hails from Oklahoma. Location: Evening Muse Time: 7:30pm Tickets: $26.44 June 14-15 Chandra Currelley A celebrated singer with an extensive theater background, Currelley is known by many for her collaborations with Tyler Perry. Location: Middle C Jazz Time: 6:15pm and 8:45pm Tickets: $50.65 June 15: Modest Mouse The Grammy-nominated "Float On" rock band returns to Charlotte for a performance that's sure to be high-energy. Location: The Fillmore Time: 8pm Tickets: $62 June 17 - Brand New The Long Island rock band that formed in 2000 is back together for a reunion tour. Location: PNC Music Pavilion Time: 8pm Tickets: $56.05 June 24: 311 The beloved rock band, known for hits like "All Mixed Up" and "Amber," is back in Charlotte as part of its Unity Tour 2025. Location: Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre Time: 7pm Tickets: $30 June 28: Three Dog Night Big in the late 1960s and 1970s, the Three Dog Night might be best recognized by their hit "Joy to the World," with its famous "Jeremiah was a bullfrog" opening line.
Edmonton Journal
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edmonton Journal
Edmonton Folk Music Festival lineup: Allison Russell, Rainbow Kitten Surprise, Taj Mahal join The Roots and Mt. Joy
Article content Amid the whirl of Saturday sessions, east L.A.'s Las Cafeterias will pepper up the main stage at 2 p.m. with Chicano rhythm and zapateado dancing. Then, Saturday night, the cultural call-and-response slides in with 83-year-old bluesman Taj Mahal at 6:45; indie pop DJ and model Goldie Boutilier also out of L.A. up next; back from last year, public defender and powerhouse soul/R&B belter Danielle Ponder; bringing us of course to 2025's big-name booking: Philadelphia's The Roots. World-travelling Democratic Republic of Congo ensemble Jupiter & Okwess start things off centre stage at 2 Sunday afternoon, then shifting gears, it's the Seattle folk-rock of Richy Mitch & the Coal Miners at 6:50. This is followed by an American-Australian roots jam with John Butler, then Mt. Joy and the Sunday-night lantern parade, then cue Four Strong Winds.
