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Tekashi 6ix9ine Is a Black Hole

We can’t stop him because we must know what happens next; our curiosity is his source of power.




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RPG Cast – Episode 535: “Hand-Washing Song”

We’re all cooped up, but that doesn’t mean the video game news stops! Well, it actually was a little slimmer this week, but Anna Marie, Chris, Jonathan, Kelley, and Peter still have plenty of games to discuss. We also have an impromptu hand-washing sing-along?




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Splashing out in Paris: Balenciaga floods venue for fashion show

Waters lap perilously close to audience as grand capes and latex trench coats are modelled

How to make the fashion industry engage with the climate crisis? Flood the venue, and submerge the front row.

Arriving at the Balenciaga show in Paris on Sunday morning, the audience found themselves entering at the periphery of what looked like a sports stadium, with banks of flip-up plastic seats around a central oval. In pitch blackness, it was hard to tell exactly, but attendants were on hand with torches, and strict instructions not to proceed beyond the third row.

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'It's a great look': jewellery follows clothing into genderless fashion

Zayn Malik and Virgil Abloh are among male celebrities decking out their ears, necks and wrists

There was a time when wearing a boyband-style dogtag was seen as the peak of male adornment, but now men are increasingly embracing jewellery, stacking rings and bracelets and adorning ears with multiple gems.

This week, the former One Direction singer Zayn Malik was announced as the face of the unisex jewellery label Martyre. Virgil Abloh, a weather vane for fashion’s direction of travel, this week launched more office supplies-inspired jewellery – paperclip bracelets, earrings and necklaces decorated with colourful diamonds – and was pictured wearing one of the collection’s bejewelled necklaces.

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DIY fashion: designers' tips on what to make from home

From a patchwork quilt to a crisp-packet necklace, learn new skills with the help of some top British designers

Creative director and star of Netflix’s Next in Fashion, Daniel W Fletcher has plenty to get on with while in social isolation, designing a collection for Fiorucci as well as one for his own brand. In his down time, he is taking up a DIY challenge to make a patchwork quilt based on a dress he made during the filming of Next in Fashion, using other designers’ leftover scraps. The design – inspired by concerns over the melting polar ice caps – is an arctic landscape.

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Fast fashion speeding toward environmental disaster, report warns

Study highlights industry failures and calls for shift in consumer attitudes

The fashion industry needs to fundamentally change in order to mitigate the environmental impact of fast fashion, experts have said.

Clothes rental, better recycling processes, pollution control technology and the innovative use of offcuts are among measures that could help, they said.

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John Lewis and Mother of Pearl mark Earth Day with joint fashion line

Sustainable fashion collaboration featuring only biodegradable fabrics will be sold online

John Lewis and the fashion brand Mother of Pearl have chosen Earth Day for the launch of their sustainable fashion collaboration, specifically for its geopolitical symbolism.

Earth Day, which celebrates its 50th anniversary on 22 April, seemed an appropriate day to launch a collection bringing rigorous standards of ethical design to mass market fashion. A launch date that pays homage to the planet rather than the artificial seasons of fashion, and dovetails with the concept of timeless, seasonless clothes designed for wardrobe longevity.

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H&M tops 2020 fashion transparency index as 10 brands score zero

C&A, Adidas/Reebok, Esprit and M&S round out top five as average scores increase year on year, but Max Mara, Pepe Jeans and Tom Ford fall flat

The H&M Group, C&A, Adidas/Reebok, Esprit, Marks & Spencer and Patagonia are the world’s most transparent major fashion brands, according to the 2020 fashion transparency index from the campaign group Fashion Revolution.

The annual report, now in its fifth year, ranks the amount of information companies disclose about social and environmental policies, processes and effects within their operations and supply chains.

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'Lockdown has been a wakeup call for the industry': what next for fashion?

Coronavirus has brought fashion to a halt. To mark Earth Day, we asked sustainable fashion designers, writers and advocates what changes they would like to see

Over the past few years, sustainable fashion has been inching towards the mainstream. Now, given the pandemic crisis, discussion of how to create a more ethical and less environmentally damaging model for an industry that is responsible for 10% of global carbon dioxide emissions every year is more relevant than ever.

With much of the usual churn on pause because of coronavirus and many of the cracks of the industry coming to the fore – not least in Bangladesh, where garment workers are facing destitution as big-name brands cancel their orders – some people in the industry are taking this hiatus as an opportunity to reassess fashion’s direction of travel.

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A round of applause: 10 fashion brands supporting the health services – in pictures

From Stay at Home T-shirts to NHS baseball caps, here’s a selection from small labels donating some or all of their profits to charities helping healthcare workers and the Covid-19 response

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Planet fashion: the 10 coolest ethical fashion brands

Some labels are showing how fashion can put the planet first. To celebrate Earth Day, here are a few of our favourites

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Washington Capitals investigating Brendan Leipsic's 'unacceptable and offensive comments'

Screenshots showing repugnant and insulting remarks — some misogynistic, some racist, others hinting at drug use and sexual conquests — from a private group chat between several hockey players, including ...




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Bilateral ties poised for even bigger take-off: Ruchi Ghanashyam




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In Centre vs TMC War, Coronavirus Becomes New Battleground as Parties Gear Up for 2021 Poll Clash

The BJP leaders waged a social media war against the Bengal government by accusing the state of hiding Covid-19 figures and also complaining the Centre that TMC-led government in Bengal has completely failed in handling the coronavirus crisis.





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In Centre vs TMC War, Coronavirus Becomes New Battleground as Parties Gear Up for 2021 Poll Clash

The BJP leaders waged a social media war against the Bengal government by accusing the state of hiding Covid-19 figures and also complaining the Centre that TMC-led government in Bengal has completely failed in handling the coronavirus crisis.





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Narco-terrorist with links to Kashmiri terror groups nabbed by NIA in Haryana




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Ashley Cole signs new one-year deal at LA Galaxy 

Former Chelsea and Arsenal defender Ashley Cole has signed a new one-year contract to remain with the LA Galaxy for a third season in Major League Soccer..




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BBC backlash as social distancing IGNORED during on-air VE Day celebrations – 'Ridiculous'



BRITONS flocked outside to celebrate the 75th anniversary of VE Day yesterday, which caused major backlash online, especially against the BBC.




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Amash's possible bid raises concerns about November implications

Rep. Justin Amash announced he's seeking the Libertarian Party's presidential nomination — a move which history suggests will hurt the Democratic candidate, but could pull votes from both Biden and Trump.




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Was it essential for the Senate to return to Washington?

Behind the scenes: Some ask "Why are we here?" after the Senate accomplished little in its first week back as coronavirus cases continue to rise in DC.




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Justin Amash on third-party presidential campaign: 'I think it hurts both candidates'

Rep. Justin Amash believes his White House bid is bad for both President Trump and his Democratic challenger, the Michigan Libertarian indicated in a recent interview.

Mr. Amash, a former Republican who left the GOP last year, told Time that he expects his presence in the presidential race will not ...




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Stephen Poloz’s dashboard: The ‘terrible agonizing noise’ of Canada’s economic data in a crisis like no other

Trying to make sense of calamities that have already caused more destruction to people’s livelihoods than the Great Recession




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'Murder hornets' in Washington state threaten bees and whip up media swarm

Asian giant hornet, which became more active in the state in April, is the world’s largest and can kill humans with multiple stings

Researchers and citizens in Washington state are on a careful hunt for invasive “murder hornets”, after the insect made its first appearance in the US.

The Asian giant hornet is the world’s largest and can kill humans. But it is most dangerous for the European honeybee, which is defenseless in the face of the hornet’s spiky mandibles, long stinger and potent venom.

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Ravens' Earl Thomas gifted flashy necklace by wife after she allegedly held him at gunpoint: report

Baltimore Ravens safety Earl Thomas appears to have reconciled with his wife after reports emerged earlier this week that she held him at gunpoint last month after discovering an alleged affair. 




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Kobe Bryant's widow files claim against LA County Sheriff's Department over crash-scene photos

Vanessa Bryant, the widow of late NBA star Kobe Bryant, filed a legal claim Friday against the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department over graphic photos that deputies allegedly took and shared of the helicopter crash scene where her husband, 13-year-old daughter, Gigi, and seven others were killed in late January.



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Meet the Ecologist Who Wants You to Unleash the Wild on Your Backyard

Fed up with invasive species and sterile landscapes, Douglas Tallamy urges Americans to go native and go natural




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Men's Milan Fashion Week slips to July in digital-only format due to coronavirus

The Men's Milan Fashion Week set for June will be postponed to mid-July and presented in purely digital format with photos and video to avoid the risk of coronavirus contagion, Italy's national fashion chamber said on Wednesday.




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Paris to hold men's fashion week in virtual format July 9-13: statement

Paris will hold a men's fashion week in virtual format from July 9 to July 13 for the Men Spring/Summer collections 2021, organisers said on Wednesday.




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Compton crash: Cyclist in his 40s killed in collision with van

A cyclist has died after being involved in a collision with a van.




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Death toll among NHS workers reaches 19 as Matt Hancock faces backlash for calling PPE a 'precious resource'

Read our live coronavirus updates HERE Health Secretary said his 'heart goes out' to the families of NHS workers killed during outbreak Facing backlash for calling protective equipment for healthcare workers a 'precious resource' Sir Keir Starmer waded into row, calling Mr Hancock's comments 'insulting'




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South Norwood crash: Pedestrian killed 'in hit and run' as he crossed road in south London

A pedestrian has died after being hit by a black BMW as he crossed a road in south London.




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M11 closed near Chigwell after serious crash following police pursuit

Government advice continues to state that only journeys which are absolutely essential should be undertaken, and anyone travelling in the area should expect disruption and a longer journey time, with the road expected to remain closed for some time.




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Dr Hilary urges people not to wash their cars during lockdown

Follow our live updates HERE Coronavirus: The symptoms




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New Russian plane crash footage shows passengers fleeing blaze that killed 41 people

New video footage released by Russian authorities shows the moment a plane's emergency landing resulted in a crash which killed 41 people in Moscow in 2019.




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Footage of Westminster Bridge during Clap for our Carers applause prompts backlash over lack of social distancing

Follow our live coronavirus updates HERE Coronavirus: The symptoms




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Lower Clapton crash: Motorcyclist dies after crash on busy road in north-east London

A motorcyclist has died after a crash on a busy road in north-east London.




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Man charged with murder after woman killed in Barnet crash




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Motorcyclist, 35, dies after crash in Hackney

A 35-year-old motorcyclist has died after a crash in east London.




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Group sourcing PPE for NHS trusts seeks help from fashion manufacturers amid shortage fears

Coronavirus: the symptoms Read our LIVE updates on the coronavirus here




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The Londoner: Fashionista rules for all you bananas in pyjamas

In today's Diary: pyjama sales spike / Lawyer's daughter takes over firm's Instagram / Former top civil servant on accidentally causing a conspiracy theory / David Lammy grows tadpoles




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Furlough scheme boss claims HMRC site can cope and applicants will have their cash by end of month

Coronavirus: the symptoms




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Family members of four people killed in Kobe Bryant crash sue helicopter company

The families allege that the two helicopter companies were careless and negligent




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Richard Branson warns Virgin Atlantic will collapse without Government support as he defends himself over bailout backlash

Billionaire Sir Richard Branson today warned Virgin Atlantic will need financial aid from the Government in order to survive the coronavirus crisis as he defended himself amid backlash over a bailout request.




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Alleged road rage killer Robert Barrow in court after woman run over in A406 crash row

An Essex man has appeared in court accused of fatally running over a woman after a row about a minor collision.




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£19 million of cocaine found stashed in lorries carrying toys and paper at Dover port

Three people have been arrested after a staggering 190kg of cocaine worth about £19 million was found hidden in lorries carrying toys and paper at the Port of Dover.




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Bombshell virus blow to economy with calls for path out of lockdown as output fall 'worse than 2008 crash'

Record falls in output accompanied by unprecedented jobs threat




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Crash near Harry Dunn collision site being probed by US airbase

The US military base near to where the crash which claimed Harry Dunn's life is "looking into" claims a staff member also drove on the wrong side of the road before hitting into a stone wall.




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Brent crash: Motorcyclist dies after collision in north London

A man has died after his motorbike crashed into the central reservation of a major London road.




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Grant Shapps denies coronavirus test website crashed as essential workes applied for screenings

But speaking at the daily Covid-19 Downing Street press conference, Mr Shapps revealed that there was popular demand for the test slots with 16,000 people registering on Friday morning alone. Around 5,000 also got home test kits. While around 46,000 had tried to apply through the site.




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Streatham crash: Woman in her 80s fighting for life after being hit by van in front of shocked witnesses

A woman in her 80s is fighting for her life after she was hit by a van in front of shocked onlookers on a major south London road.