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Daily Mail
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
How an ex-Magic Mike stripper charmed super-woke Evita star Rachel Zegler – but will the curtain fall on their romance once her West End run finishes?
At exactly 9.05pm every evening, a hushed silence descends outside the London Palladium. Tourists scurrying along Argyll Street stop in their tracks; traffic grinds to a halt; shoppers put down their shopping bags – and look up. For there, behind iron railings on the first-floor balcony, a petite young woman with blonde hair, wearing a white ball gown, diamond necklace and glittering chandelier earrings, emerges from the theatre to sing her heart out to passers-by.
Telegraph
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Telegraph
What makes the perfect pub, according to our writers
What makes a perfect pub? Other people, mostly. After half a lifetime searching for pub perfection, I've spent the last few months travelling around the country filling the gaps in my knowledge and compiling my guide to the 500 Best Pubs in England. What sticks in the memory from this period are the people I've chatted to, or simply observed, along the way. The middle-aged biker taking a first sip of ale at the Old Spot in Dursley, Gloucestershire, and sighing with theatrical contentment; the couple celebrating their 48th wedding anniversary at the Soar Bridge Inn in Leicestershire with food so simple and appealing (beef pie for him; ham, egg and chips for her) I decided to order the latter; and the young woman who, witnessing a friend trying to leave Newcastle 's buzzing Free Trade Inn on a sunny Sunday evening, exclaimed with genuine disbelief: 'Are you going home?!' When I see others enjoying themselves, I know I'm on to a good thing. Human pleasure is the essence of pubs – and in really great pubs, such pleasure is pervasive. You could, I suppose, say the same for restaurants, but pubs have a crucial advantage: bar service. This tradition, jettisoned (mercifully briefly) during Covid-19, gives pubs their feeling of freedom. You can move around, choose your own seat, chat to strangers, or just sit quietly with a pint and a paper (or, more likely in this day and age, your phone). In the best pubs, there are few rules. This is the main reason pub food is so divisive. It cuts straight across this sense of freedom. When food is an addition to a pub's offer – Camilla Tominey, one of seven Telegraph experts who opine on what makes the perfect pub in the video above, is right that simple is generally best – it's very welcome (although I prefer pubs that don't smell of chips). But when it means a huge chunk of the pub is entirely reserved for diners, laid up with knives and forks and napkins, then the magic is gone. And pubs can be magic, particularly when they have a historic interior. George Orwell's famous essay, The Moon Under Water, suggested London pubs should be Victorian in character – late Victorian, presumably, since that's when most were (re-)constructed. But in the countryside, something that feels a little older is better. I'll never forget wandering into the gorgeous Holly Bush Inn in Makeney after a long day yomping through the Peak District, or the pint of bitter I enjoyed with a Stilton sandwich in the 18th-century Bridge Inn in Topsham, Devon. Both are contenders for England's most appealing pub, but that's only part of their appeal. They also do the simple things right – most crucially, beer. At the Holly Bush Inn, I drank a beautifully conditioned pint of Makeney, brewed especially for the pub by Thornbridge in Bakewell. (Not everyone likes cask ale, but when it comes to assessing a pub's commitment to quality, you can't beat it.) Beer also establishes a sense of place. Alongside accents, traditions, pub games, decorations and a host of more intangible details, it's how a pub's local character is expressed. When you're in Cornwall, for example, you want to visit a genuinely Cornish pub – although most don't go as far as the New Inn in Tywardreath, which has a huge Cornish flag covering one wall. It also has plenty of outdoor space, something many cherish. I prefer a cool interior on truly hot days. I agree with the Telegraph's cartoonist, Matt Pritchett, who says he and his father seek out pubs with good beer gardens so that they can have the inside to themselves. When I visited the Square & Compass in Dorset a few weeks ago, the garden was packed, but the flagstone-floored Tap Room was all mine. The best pubs, then, can be solitary pleasures as well as places of communal enjoyment – but without someone competent in charge, they're rarely either. The landlady (or landlord) sets the tone, ensuring everything is as it should be. Perfect pubs are about people, and the people who run them are most vital of all. What are the ingredients for your perfect pub? Please let us know in the comments section below...
CBC
11-07-2025
- Politics
- CBC
Russia's upgraded drone tactics bring intensified attacks across Ukraine
Russia has intensified its aerial attacks on Ukraine, using upgraded drones designed to cause more damage and evade air defences. In Kyiv, a young woman captured video of the drones overhead — just before explosions echoed through the city.
The Sun
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
My parents refused to let me go for dinner in my LBD as it's ‘too short' – I have mega long legs, don't dress-code me
A YOUNG woman has hit back at her parents for dress-coding her before going out for dinner. While most 20-year-olds go out in short dresses, Laura De Castro was warned by her parents not to. 2 2 Taking to social media, Laura shared the dress she planned to wear to the family dinner, but was stopped when her parents saw the outfit. In the clip, she said: "I'm 20 years old and my parents didn't want me to let me go to dinner in this dress because it's 'too short.'" The blonde beauty then showed off her little back dress which had mesh off-the-shoulder sleeves and ruching detail. The figure-hugging dress Laura had on came just below her bum, which her parents deemed inappropriate. However, the young woman hit back at the accusation, stating it wasn't her fault. Laura said the dress looked shorter because of her long legs, which could be seen in the video. "To be clear, I have long legs and an extremely short torso so more than half of my thighs are covered and I'm wearing shorts under," she captioned the post. In the comments of another clip, Laura wore a bikini and revealed she had extra long legs and a short torso because she had scoliosis - a condition where the spine twists and curves to the side. She said she had gone through 20 spinal procedures but had now learned to just love her body shape. One viewer praised Laura for talking about her condition in the comments. My favourite outfit has been labelled 'frumpy & ageing' by cruel fashionistas, but screw them… I'll be buried wearing it "I just want to say it takes so much courage to put on a bikini and feel exposed. To do this when you're receiving so much interaction shows so much courage. You are so beautiful," they wrote. "I was going swimming anyway! I used to be really bothered by people seeing my body but now irdc (I really don't care)," she replied. The clip of her LBD has since gone viral on her TikTok account @ pageboundbox with over 26 million views and 1.3 million likes. Plenty of people took to the comments telling Laura to wear whatever she wants. One person wrote: "Time to move out and wear what you want." Another commented: "So I'm guessing your parents are my age, mid to late 40s. May I gently remind them that we wore some stuff much more revealing than that dress when we were 20. Wear what you want honey." Can you be dress coded for wearing crop tops in public? The concept of being "dress coded" typically applies to specific environments such as schools, workplaces, or certain establishments where dress codes are enforced to maintain a particular standard or atmosphere. In public spaces, however, the situation is generally more relaxed and governed by societal norms rather than strict rules. That said, whether or not you can be dress coded for wearing a crop top in public largely depends on the context and location: Public Spaces: In most public spaces, like parks, streets, and beaches, wearing a crop top is generally acceptable and unlikely to result in any formal repercussions. People have the freedom to dress as they choose, provided they adhere to basic standards of decency and local laws. Establishments and Venues: Some restaurants, shops, or clubs may have their own dress codes. It's possible that a crop top might not meet the dress requirements for more formal venues. In such cases, staff may politely request that you adhere to their dress code or deny entry. Schools and Workplaces: Educational institutions and workplaces often have dress codes in place. Crop tops may be considered inappropriate in these settings, and you could be asked to change into more suitable attire. Cultural and Regional Considerations: In certain cultures or regions, norms and expectations around acceptable clothing can vary widely. It's always a good idea to be aware of and respect local customs and dress codes when travelling. "Try this - move out. Wear what you want," penned a third. Meanwhile a fourth said: "I don't think it's too short, but then again, I'm also 20 and my parents force me to change clothes all the time." "I think the dress is beautiful on you,' claimed a fifth
Yahoo
06-07-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Woman Tells Daughter-in-Law She Needs to ‘Dress Like a Wife'
A young woman was relentlessly criticized by her mother-in-law for her casual at-home attire Despite adjusting her wardrobe repeatedly, nothing satisfied her mother-in-law, leading to a humiliating confrontation in front of her husband Her husband's silence left her feeling betrayed, isolated, and unsure if she was in the wrongA woman is at odds with her husband and mother-in-law after a tense standoff over her wardrobe. 'It started a few weeks ago when we moved into my husband's childhood home temporarily while we sort stuff out,' she began her post. She admitted that she 'didn't want to," but "rents high" in her area, and "savings were tight,' so she and her husband, both in their 20s, thought it would only be for a short while. From the start, she tried to be the model houseguest, determined to make the best of an uncomfortable arrangement. 'At first, I tried to be polite. Friendly even. I made small talk. Helped clean up after dinner. Smiled even when I didn't want to,' she recalled, hoping her efforts would help her fit in and keep the peace in her husband's family home. But her efforts were quickly overshadowed by a series of pointed comments from her mother-in-law, who has strong opinions about what a 'wife' should look like, even at home. 'You really like wearing that around the house?' her mother-in-law would ask, making the young woman feel self-conscious in her own space. Another time, she quipped, 'Did you forget we have men in this house?' While her mother-in-law's remarks are 'quiet enough to sound innocent," the poster noted that they're "loud enough to sting.' Despite her mother-in-law's critiques, she insisted her clothes are nothing out of the ordinary — just 'shorts and a loose shirt' because 'it's hot' and she wants to be comfortable. 'I'm comfy. I'm not flashing anyone. There's nothing inappropriate,' she clarified. Yet, no matter how she tried to adapt, switching to 'leggings, tank tops, even just a long shirt,' her mother-in-law was never satisfied. 'No matter what I wore, it was never 'respectful' enough for her,' she explained in the since-deleted post, frustration building as she described the impossible standards she's being held to. The situation escalated when her mother-in-law confronted her directly, telling her in front of her husband that her clothes were 'embarrassing the family.' At first, she laughed, thinking it must be a joke, but quickly realized her mother-in-law was completely serious. The comments didn't stop there, as her mother-in-law said she "should try dressing like a wife, not a... well, never mind.' Finally, feeling pushed to her limit, the poster stood up for herself. 'This is my body. I'm in my home. I'm comfortable and not hurting anyone," she told her mother-in-law. "If you don't like how I dress, I'm sorry." The room fell silent, and her mother-in-law stood up, looked at her husband, and said, 'See? This is what you married.' What hurt most was her husband's reaction, or rather, his lack of one. 'He didn't say a word. Just sat there. Avoided eye contact. Acted like this wasn't his circus,' she remembered, feeling isolated and unsupported in the moment she needed him most. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Later that night, he told her she should 'just try to get along' with his 'old-fashioned' mother, insisting that the poster should be more 'understanding.' The conversation left her feeling even more alone, as if she were the one causing problems just by existing. 'She's literally policing what I wear like I'm 13 and grounded,' she wrote, describing how her husband acts as if she's the one stirring up drama. 'I've spent weeks biting my tongue. And now everyone's treating me like I'm the problem. Like I disrespected her," she continued. Despite her patience, civility, and willingness to compromise, she's left second-guessing herself. 'Now I feel like maybe I was too blunt. Or maybe too emotional. I don't know. I'm stuck in this house where I can't even be myself,' she confessed, asking the Reddit community for insight. Read the original article on People
