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Time of India
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
DisRespect vs Nadeshot controversy explained
(Image via @DrDisrespect & @CoDClipped/X) The gaming world is no stranger to spicy feuds, but the tension between Dr DisRespect and Nadeshot has taken an unexpected twist in 2025. What started as subtle shade and TikTok-fuelled whispers has turned into a digital cold war, complete with blocked numbers, off-platform shots, and stream clips getting blown way out of proportion. Here's a breakdown of what's really going on. It started with some 'background noise' on TikTok Over the past few weeks, Herschel 'Dr DisRespect' Beahm reportedly came across clips of Matthew 'Nadeshot' Haag talking about him on stream. Problem? Nadeshot says those clips were misleading and fake. On a July 8 Twitch stream, Nadeshot, a few drinks in and vibing mid-stream, finally addressed the growing chatter: 'I've seen like three TikToks in the last two weeks about Doc saying that people sent him clips of me talking sh*t… I saw it once, didn't say a word, never.' He doubled down, saying he hasn't publicly talked about Doc at all, and if Doc thought otherwise, he must've bought into fan-made drama. A quiet cold war suddenly explodes According to Nadeshot, the last time they had any actual contact wasn't even direct . Apparently, Doc blocked Nadeshot's number, forcing him to ask someone else to deliver a message on his behalf: 'I had to have a proxy send my text… told him to stop f**king talking about me on your goddamn stream.' Clearly, things weren't exactly chill behind the scenes. Doc fires back on Rumble Dr DisRespect, now streaming exclusively on Rumble since late 2024, responded during a June 26 stream after a viewer claimed Nadeshot was 'running his yapper.' Doc's reply? Classic Doc energy, with a twist of old-school beef: 'He got a little butthurt after I talked sh*t about his 100 Thieves. If that's true, he shouldn't be yapping. His numbers are atrocious.' But here's the irony: Nadeshot's numbers are actually soaring . by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If you have a mouse, play this game for 1 minute Navy Quest Undo He's pulled in a surge of paid subscribers on Twitch and even cracked the platform's top 10. NADESHOT CALLS OUT DR DISRESPECT Why is this beef even happening? Let's rewind. Back in 2024, when Doc's Twitch ban was still a topic of conversation, Nadeshot openly distanced himself from the controversy, saying: 'It doesn't take a rocket scientist to understand that I don't support talking to minors.' That comment, made in response to the allegations tied to Doc's Twitch ban, may have been the quiet spark that lit this year's fire. Since then, the two hadn't interacted much, until TikTok started throwing gasoline. No one's throwing hands, but it's safe to say there's some frost between these two. Misunderstandings, fan speculation, and a few offhand remarks have turned silence into sniping. Whether this cools off or escalates further, we'll be watching. Because in the world of gaming drama, all it takes is a clip, a cap, and a couple of drinks to blow things wide open. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
Otago Daily Times
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Otago Daily Times
The modern lives of wives
The choices facing married women in 2025 don't change the contradiction at the heart of a marriage, writes Eva Wiseman. What is the state of the wife? Not the state of your wife, necessarily, but of wifedom itself, the whole Harpic-scented project. We are living through a golden age of wife content. Of trad wives, of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. A Reddit thread for followers of Laura Doyle's The Surrendered Wife and the "empowered wife" coaching programme (short version: wives, relinquish control) sees women in turmoil. One user, announcing that she is leaving the community, encourages her fellow wives to combine Doyle's lessons with "some more modern twists like [TikTok-fuelled dating trend] black cat theory or ["feminine energy" YouTuber] Margarita Nazarenko". Wives are being pulled apart and put back together, in sometimes Picasso-like forms. It's a contradiction we see daily with our trad-wife influencers, who perform fertility and homemaking and submission for millions of followers, many of whom read it as provocation, thus increasing clicks and shovelling cash and power back into the trad wife's apron. Both trad wives' content and the critical content they inspire in feminist commenters drives tensions, particularly between women who work and wives who stay at home, ignoring the facts that the content creation the online trad wives do is a legitimate business, and that, rather than being two distinct sets of women, these are people whose lives frequently overlap and merge. The second season of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives has been a ratings hit. A twist came when one wife went live to tell viewers that she and other wives had been "soft swinging" (swinging, allegedly, without sex), a confession that upset their particular balance of devout Mormonism and hot-wife content, but deliciously. Again, a wife here must be two things at once. She's both a committed wife and hot TikTok girlie, she's a business bitch and the world's best mum, she's devoted to God and devoted to clicks, a pile of contradictions stacked precariously on top of each other in the shape of a woman. A generation earlier, women fought successfully to be allowed to work, but the next round of that fight — for mothers to work, too — remains, if not quite unexamined then still, I'd argue, unwon. Of UK women in employment, 36% work part-time, compared with 14% of men, largely due to caregiving responsibilities at home. In this light, performative wifeliness looks like an escape hatch. Sociologist Tressie McMillan Cottom told the magazine Mother Jones: "Women only get to be full citizens if they have control over when and how they have babies. When that changes, your citizenship becomes vulnerable, so you attach yourself to a citizen: men." The cultural obsession with the trad wife and its satellite archetypes will remain, she believes, "so long as there's a threat". Tighten your wedding rings girls, we're in for a ride. — The Observer
Sinar Daily
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Sinar Daily
Sober clubbing brews fresh beat for Singapore Gen Z
This is no underground rave, nor a brunch gone wild. 21 Jun 2025 01:00pm This photo taken on May 24, 2025 shows people mingling over coffee drinks at an alcohol-free clubbing event in Singapore. Swaying to dance music and TikTok-fuelled pop under a disco ball, young punters are packed shoulder to shoulder while sipping on coffee, their energy powered by pour-overs rather than pints. (Photo by Roslan RAHMAN / AFP) SINGAPORE - Swaying to dance music and TikTok-fuelled pop under a disco ball, young punters are packed shoulder to shoulder while sipping on coffee, their energy powered by pour-overs rather than pints. This is no underground rave, nor a brunch gone wild. It's a caffeine-powered daytime clubbing sesh -- part of a growing wave of alcohol-free, Gen Z-driven events gaining traction in Singapore and elsewhere in the world. This photo taken on May 24, 2025 shows people mingling over coffee drinks at an alcohol-free clubbing event in Singapore. Swaying to dance music and TikTok-fuelled pop under a disco ball, young punters are packed shoulder to shoulder while sipping on coffee, their energy powered by pour-overs rather than pints. (Photo by Roslan RAHMAN / AFP) At a recent event in Singapore's trendy Duxton district, the space was jammed by 4pm, with baristas churning out fancy coffees and DJs spinning back-to-back sets. The crowd grooved with energy, even without the usual liquid courage. "A lot of people think alcohol gives you the high, but caffeine sometimes can do that too," said Aden Low, 21, co-founder of Beans and Beats which organises coffee raves at different venues. "That's why the atmosphere at our events tends to be quite energetic." The parties blend curated music with specialty coffee served in white paper cups. The vibe is light, friendly and very Gen Z. "It's also the idea that this is a safe space," said Esther Low, 31, who was at the event in Duxton. "When you go to a club setting, there's usually this underlying intention to hook up. So, for me, that's personally why I would prefer this." Several reports say Gen Z is chugging fewer pints than previous generations, with the sober curious movement gaining popularity on social media. Sober curious people cut back on drinking or abstain altogether, often citing health reasons and better mental acuity. "Changes in alcohol use have been observed in population surveys and cohort studies. Generally, alcohol use among young adults has decreased," the World Health Organization said in a 2024 report. Club culture update From London to Los Angeles and Melbourne, similar coffee raves have swept up the social scene, appealing to young partygoers who also want to avoid hangovers. Ashley Chean, a Singaporean student who has been alcohol-free for a year, said she appreciates these sober gatherings. "When I lived in Paris, I realised I had a lot of alcoholic tendencies and I didn't want that to be my lifestyle," the 20-year-old told AFP. "More and more of my friends are sober or sober curious." The coffee clubbing events are usually held in cafes and other spaces such as rooftop bars -- as long as there's room for DJs and baristas to do their thing while people dance. The parties typically end by late afternoon, just in time for golden hour selfies. Besides the health benefits of avoiding alcohol, the events appeal to cost-conscious youth in Singapore, one of the most expensive cities in the world. The excess drinking and hard-partying ways of Gen X -- fuelled by anthems like the Beastie Boys' "Fight for Your Right (to Party)" and hip-hop videos glamorising club culture -- are fading for members of Gen Z. While organisers don't see Singapore's glitzy nightlife and clubbing being replaced, they hope their combination of beats and brews will keep the dance floor buzzing. "As long as we bring the vibes, we'll be OK," said Ashley. - AFP More Like This
7NEWS
21-06-2025
- 7NEWS
Victorian influencer Jordan van den Lamb, known as ‘Purple Pingers' sparks Aussie housing war
When a Victorian woman returned to her investment property in Melbourne's outer suburbs, she didn't expect to find squatters inside — or to learn that her home's address had been shared online by a Federal Senate candidate. The woman, who had been managing her late father's estate, reportedly arrived to find the locks changed, security cameras installed, and new heating fitted to the exterior. Police were called to force entry, where she discovered most of her father's belongings were missing, including sentimental items like antique furniture and family heirlooms. The damage left her about $70,000 out of pocket after her insurance claim was denied. The property had been vacant and was publicly shared by Jordan van den Lamb, known online as 'Purple Pingers', as part of his campaign encouraging people to identify and use unused homes for shelter. Mr van den Lamb has become a lightning rod in the national housing debate. But as his TikTok-fuelled activism escalates, so too do the consequences for homeowners, real estate agents, and authorities caught in the fallout. While some of his followers see occupying vacant properties as a form of protest, the legal reality is more complicated. A squatter is someone who enters and uses an abandoned or unoccupied property, often through unlocked access. While entering through an open door is not technically illegal, remaining after being asked to leave by the rightful owner constitutes trespassing, which is a criminal offence in all Australian states. The influencer rose to prominence online through his viral TikTok account and website Sh.t Rentals, where he publicly exposed unoccupied, poor-quality or overpriced rental properties. But his campaign has since evolved into something more confrontational. Mr van den Lamb said he shared the address of the Victorian property online in a bid to raise awareness and attract more submissions of vacant homes. 'Yes, that was shared by me,' he said. 'That property had been empty, off the top of my head, for like 17 years. We don't know whether the squatters moved in before or after I posted the address.' He said the situation was brought to his attention by a news organisation and confirmed, 'I had no interaction with her (the homeowner).' When asked about the impact on the Victorian woman, Mr van den Lamb told The Nightly he felt 'bad' but claimed there were bigger issues at play. 'I feel bad that her belongings were taken, especially if they had sentimental value,' he said. 'But we hear from people like this every day. We never hear from someone sleeping rough — and frankly, their voices matter more, because they're the ones who are dying.' How it works Mr van den Lamb said he personally ran the operation using a Google Form to collect submissions of empty homes and verify them through online tools. 'I call for submissions... ask people to submit an empty property, the address, how long they think it's been vacant... then I check Google Maps, street view, last sold, last rented, planning applications.' He added: 'Once someone reaches out via email, I might ask if they're alone — I prefer not to send solo people just for safety. I go through the list, send through what I know, and tell them to verify it themselves.' 'I only post very few online — just to get more submissions,' he said. 'Most properties are shared privately via email with those in need.' In one of his TikTok videos, Mr van den Lamb instructs viewers on how to detect long-term vacancies by searching real estate websites and analysing listing duration. But one real estate agent says Mr van den Lamb's actions have changed how some sellers think about signage and advertising. Victorian real estate agent manager Mark Vorstenbosch from BigginScott said, 'There's this idea that putting up a 'for sale' board might alert people that a home is empty, but I think not putting one up puts you in more danger, because you don't know when someone might turn up.' Loading TikTok Post Kelly Ryan, former chief executive officer of the Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV), described Mr van den Lamb's tactics as concerning. 'Encouraging people to squat in properties that aren't theirs isn't good social behaviour — it's not a good service to anybody,' she told The Nightly. Ms Ryan warned that the broader risk is a chilling effect on landlords and property providers. 'This kind of behaviour is counterproductive to tackling the housing crisis,' she said. 'If you discourage private property owners from staying in the market, you risk starving supply not just now, but five years down the track.' Ms Ryan also addressed common misconceptions about who owned investment properties. 'There's this idea that all property owners are wealthy. But the second biggest group of landlords in Australia are school teachers, often owning just one investment property. These are the people being affected.' According to Homes Victoria's Rental Report for December 2024, the number of new rental lettings, which is a key indicator of housing availability, declined statewide by 1.8 per cent in the December quarter compared to the same period the year before. Metropolitan Melbourne saw a 1.3 per cent drop, while regional Victoria experienced a sharper 4.1 per cent fall. The total number of active rental bonds held by the Residential Tenancies Bond Authority also declined by 3.6 per cent, a significant shift, given that bond volumes had averaged 1.0 per cent annual growth over the past five years. 'These early indicators suggest a contraction in the overall rental stock,' REIV noted at the time, 'reflecting a waning of investor confidence in the market.' Victoria Police declined to comment on specific incidents related to Mr van den Lamb's activism but said homelessness was 'not an offence'. 'Should an offence be detected, police will deal with that as per normal practice,' the spokesperson said. 'The priority for Victoria Police is to link people who are homeless or sleeping rough to the services available to them.' Police advised concerned property owners to report issues to their local council and referred inquiries about broader trends to the Crime Statistics Agency. Mark Donchi, manager of a Victorian homelessness program for St Mary's House of Welcome, said he doesn't encourage squatting but understands why it happens. He said his service has noticed a clear demographic shift, 'We're now seeing more families and single women coming to seek our services. The volume has definitely increased over the last five years.' Mr Donchi said that the increase is largely driven by a massive shortfall in affordable housing. 'And the process of getting into public housing is becoming longer and more complicated,' he said. However, Ms Ryan said for those on the receiving end of such activism, the consequences were anything but theoretical. If a squatter refuses to leave after being asked, the property owner must typically seek a possession order through legal channels — a process that can be lengthy and complex. Real estate agents say the process of removing unauthorised occupants from a property is far from straightforward, especially if the owner lives interstate. Mr Vorstenbosch said one of the problems was the lack of recourse for property owners if something happened to their homes. 'If the property owner is interstate, you can't even go through VCAT (Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal) anymore, you're redirected to the Magistrates Court, which can take up to six months. And that court isn't specialised in tenancy law, so mistakes happen.' But Mr van den Lamb argues that the real problem isn't scarcity, but distribution. 'At the last census, there were 30,000 people experiencing homelessness in Victoria. In metropolitan Melbourne alone, there are 100,000 empty homes... This isn't a supply issue. It's a distribution problem.' He also pushed back on criticism that his campaign might discourage landlords from renting out homes. 'These homes aren't being rented out,' he said. 'So that criticism doesn't really apply.' 'And if landlords are afraid to rent out homes that people could die in — then maybe that's a good thing, especially if we're talking about the substandard properties shown on Shit Rentals.' When asked whether he worked with homelessness services, he said there was 'informal collaboration' at times, but services were stretched. 'I think that would be unfortunately damaging to their reputations,' he said of formal partnerships, 'but I've spoken with many workers who have support and sympathy... and who've said there's literally nothing more they can do through their work.' Ms Ryan said for those on the receiving end of such activism, the consequences were anything but theoretical. 'As a society, we rely heavily on the private rental market,' Ms Ryan said. 'If we continue to make landlords feel vulnerable or vilified, we're only accelerating the very housing crisis we're trying to solve.'
Time of India
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Is Sabrina Carpenter's latest photoshoot inspired by the movie Lolita? Singer responds amid backlash against album cover
Being labelled a pop superstar comes with the territory, but for Sabrina Carpenter, fame hasn't just brought chart-topping hits and red carpets; it's also dragged her into the middle of heated controversies, especially when it comes to how she presents herself. Accusations that she's "overly sexualising" her image to appeal to a specific kind of audience have followed her for quite some time now, and now, they've sparked fresh backlash. The latest controversy stemmed from a TikTok-fuelled claim that her new W Magazine photoshoot references the 1997 film adaptation of Lolita, a story notoriously centred on the sexualisation of a young girl. Sabrina has refuted the claims, but the internet's mixed reactions Sabrina Carpenter denies claims that the photoshoot was inspired by Lolita As the comparisons started making rounds, most notably a viral post aligning Sabrina's pose in a grassy field with that of the original Lolita movie poster, the internet was quick to take notes. In the photo, Carpenter wears a simple pale yellow dress, lying on her stomach in the grass with her feet up, eerily similar to the original Lolita promotional image featuring actress Dominique Swain. That resemblance was all some people needed to start drawing conclusions. But Sabrina was quick to shut it down. In a direct response to one of the viral TikToks, she commented, "I've never seen this movie. It's never been on my mood board and never would be.' Sabrina Carpenter shuts down claims that she referenced 'Lolita' in a W Magazine photoshoot:'I've never seen this movie. It's never been on my mood board and never would be.' The internet is divided Despite her clarification, some corners of the internet are refusing to let it go. Many argue that even if it wasn't intentional, the resemblance is too close to ignore. One user shared a collage of Sabrina's pictures and stills from the movie, accusing the pop star of copying Lolita for a long time now. "Can Sabrina literally stop referencing the Lolita movie? "It's not even a coincidence anymore," the user wrote. Can Sabrina literally stop referencing the Lolita movie? It's not even a coincidence anymore… Another alleged, "It might not be her doing; it could be the person who took the shot who got inspo from Lolita; either way, all publicity is good publicity." Might not be her doing it could be the person who took the shot got inspo from lolita, either way all publicity is good publicity Meanwhile, several users also came to her defence, with one arguing, "We're getting to a point where original ideas are getting harder to come by when every thought is broadcast constantly on the internet." There are going to be similarities to other things just by coincidence. Keep that in mind." We're getting to a point where original ideas are getting harder to come by when every thought is broadcasted constantly on the internet. There are going to be similarities to other things just by coincidence. Keep that in mind. One person mentioned, "A girl takes a picture lying in the grass, and people immediately jump to the worst conclusions possible." a girl takes a picture laying in the grass and people immediately jump to the worst conclusions possible "Not these weirdos imposing their fantasies on her just because she happens to be short," said another user. Not these weirdos imposing their fantasies on her just bcoz she happen to be it cutiee ⏰ "Let's stop assigning meaning where there isn't any. "She's allowed to just exist in her vibe, lol," one added. let's stop assigning meaning where there isn't any. she's allowed to just exist in her vibe lol Backlash against Sabrina's Man's Best Friend album cover Sabrina Carpenter recently found herself at the centre of another heated debate over the cover of her upcoming album Man's Best Friend. The image, which shows her on all fours with a man gripping her hair, sparked backlash online, with some accusing her of feeding into the male gaze and calling the visual 'regressive' and 'soft-porn'. But Sabrina, never one to shy away from criticism, clapped back at the noise with her signature confidence. When a commenter asked if she had a personality beyond sex, she simply replied, 'Girl, yes, and it is goooooood.' Despite the controversy, the numbers speak for themselves, with her latest single, Manchild, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, proving that fans are here for her bold choices, both musically and visually. To stay updated on the stories that are going viral, follow Indiatimes Trending.
