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All These Defeats Are Ruining Trump’s Birthday

All These Defeats Are Ruining Trump’s Birthday

Published by Daniella Wilson

Why is the world conspiring to spoil America’s 250th birthday, and, more important, Donald Trump’s 80th? Like a Roman emperor, Trump has busied himself with self-aggrandizing public works, such as a massive triumphal arch, and is staging gladiatorial sports in his own honor, in the form of a UFC fight on the White House lawn on June 14. A string of recent setbacks reveals that Trump is no omnipotent emperor after all, but an American president who—more and more—is forced to fold. On Monday, Axios and The New York Times reported that the administration was dropping its plans for the Department of Justice to create an “anti-weaponization” fund, after other Republicans recoiled at its terms and a federal judge issued a preliminary injunction preventing its operation. This fund was set up as a settlement of Trump’s lawsuit against the IRS (an agency he controls) over the leaking of his tax returns. Trump was suing for $10 billion in damages, but withdrew his lawsuit against himself in exchange for the creation of a slush fund of …

On Her 100th Birthday, A New Auction of Marilyn Monroe’s Personal Items Offers An 8-Page Love Letter, a Dior Dress, and Acting Notes

On Her 100th Birthday, A New Auction of Marilyn Monroe’s Personal Items Offers An 8-Page Love Letter, a Dior Dress, and Acting Notes

Published by Sam Flores

Marilyn Monroe is the paradigm of 20th century Hollywood movie-stardom. She’s the ultimate bombshell. The embodiment of the sex symbol. The blueprint for our contemporary understanding of fame and its perils, and one of the most evident and undeniable archetypes of beauty—just ask Kim Kardashian. Today, June 1, Marilyn Monroe would have turned 100. She died in 1962 just two months after turning 36, and the public fixation with her pin-up persona and the inner workings of her complicated interpersonal life has since grown exponentially, and at times turned macabre. It should come as no shock that Marilyn Monroe, who was born Norma Jeane Mortenson and was famously not a natural blonde, is remembered not only as the identity she created for herself and for the public, but for her image and the artifacts she’s left behind—a woman disembodied, a ghost kept alive by both myth and grisly obsession. To mark the occasion, Heritage Auctions is auctioning 101 lots online containing personal items that belonged to Norman and Hedda Rosten, two close friends of Monroe …

Mister Rogers’ Handyman Joe Negri dies days before his 100th birthday

Mister Rogers’ Handyman Joe Negri dies days before his 100th birthday

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Joe Negri, the jazz musician known as Handyman Negri on Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, has died days before his 100th birthday. The beloved guitarist appeared on Fred Rogers’ iconic children’s show from 1968 until Rogers stopped producing new episodes in 2000. Negri’s oldest daughter, Lisa, confirmed to Pittsburgh local outlet TribLIVE that her father died Saturday of natural causes. He would have turned 100 on June 10. “We are deeply saddened by the passing of Joe Negri, a beloved member of the Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood family whose warmth, incredible musical talent, and gentle spirit brought endless joy to viewers for decades,” Fred Rogers Productions said in a statement shared with People. “As Handyman Negri, Joe taught children that everyone’s contributions matter, and off-screen, his mastery of jazz and dedication to education inspired countless musicians.” Legendary jazz guitarist Joe Negri has died at …

See Clint Eastwood’s must-see then-and-now photos as he celebrates his 96th birthday

See Clint Eastwood’s must-see then-and-now photos as he celebrates his 96th birthday

Published by Daniella Wilson

Clint Eastwood is celebrating his 96th this Sunday, May 31, 2026. To this day he remains an indelible Hollywood icon, thanks to roles such as “The Man with No Name” in Sergio Leone’s classic Spaghetti Western trilogy, to his more recent work as a director.  Born in San Francisco, California, he’s come a long way from his early days in Piedmont, California, where he got kicked out of Piedmont High School between 1945 and 1946 for writing obscenities to a school official on the athletic field scoreboard, and burning an effigy on the school lawn.  Recommended videoYou may also likeWATCH: The Legendary Life of Clint Eastwood He would later transfer to Oakland Technical High School, and was scheduled to graduate mid-year in January 1949, although it’s unknown if he ever did. Scroll below to see Clint’s transformation through the last eight decades, from his high school yearbook photo to his latest public appearance in 2022. Plus, for more idyllic photos of the Hollywood heartthrob, see the movie-like photos from his first marriage to first wife …

Kylie Minogue looks ageless as she celebrates her 58th birthday

Kylie Minogue looks ageless as she celebrates her 58th birthday

Published by Daniella Wilson

Kylie Minogue proved once again that age is just a number as she celebrated her 58th birthday with a stylish gathering surrounded by loved ones. The Australian music icon shared a series of photos and videos from her birthday celebrations on Instagram, giving fans a rare glimpse into the special occasion while thanking them for their heartfelt messages. “Thank you for your birthday love,” Kylie captioned the post, which quickly attracted thousands of comments from fans and celebrity friends alike. © InstagramKylie looked radiant as she celebrated her birthday For the celebration, the ‘Padam Padam’ singer looked effortlessly elegant in a white lace dress featuring intricate crochet detailing and delicate cap sleeves. The floor-length gown highlighted her timeless sense of style while perfectly complementing the intimate, candlelit setting. She completed the look with soft waves, glowing makeup and a tan clutch bag. Another photo showed a decadent chocolate birthday cake decorated with white icing and a single candle, adding a sweet touch to the festivities. © InstagramKylie’s chocolate birthday cake Kylie’s famous friends were among …

Queen Mary of Denmark Celebrates King Frederik X’s 58th Birthday in Giorgio Armani

Queen Mary of Denmark Celebrates King Frederik X’s 58th Birthday in Giorgio Armani

Published by Sam Flores

COPENHAGEN, DENMARK – MAY 26: King Frederik X of Denmark and Queen Mary of Denmark with Prince Vincent of Denmark and Princess Josephine of Denmark on the balcony at Frederik VIII’s Palace, Amalienborg on May 26, 2026 in Copenhagen, Denmark. HM The King turns 58 years old on 26 May 2026. (Photo by Mark Cuthbert/UK Press via Getty Images)Mark Cuthbert/Getty Images The family made less of a stamp on this birthday celebration than usual. The previous day, both Crown Prince Christian and Princess Isabella were able to participate in the Royal Run, but the king’s older children had to return to their routines and could not attend the greeting. Queen Margrethe, who had to undergo emergency surgery after a clot was detected in her hip due to a previous fall, was also unable to attend. The operation went according to plan, Mary of Denmark told Danish TV during the Royal Run. Margrethe’s heath has been a cause for concern in recent weeks after she suffered an episode of angina pectoris on May 14, and in …

White House prepares for UFC showdown for Trump’s 80th birthday | Donald Trump

White House prepares for UFC showdown for Trump’s 80th birthday | Donald Trump

Published by Sam Flores

NewsFeed Construction is underway on the South Lawn of the White House in preparation for UFC Freedom 250, a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that is scheduled to take place on President Trump’s 80th birthday. Published On 27 May 202627 May 2026 Click here to share on social media share-nodes Share googleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo Source link

125th anniversary gala concert review – back to 1901 as Wigmore celebrates birthday playing to its strengths | Classical music

125th anniversary gala concert review – back to 1901 as Wigmore celebrates birthday playing to its strengths | Classical music

Published by Sam Flores

In May 1901, Wigmore Hall’s inaugural concert began, of course, with God Save the King – the words sounding novel to an audience who, until a few months earlier, had been singing it for Queen Victoria. The programme continued with a starry lineup including the composer and piano virtuoso Ferruccio Busoni performing Beethoven and the violinist Eugène Ysaÿe playing unaccompanied Bach. A partial recreation of that evening kicked off the hall’s fortnight of celebrations of its 125th birthday, and once the national anthem was out of the way – dispatched from the platform by soprano Louise Alder and pianist Joseph Middleton – it felt less like a historical exercise than a celebration of what this venue has always been good at. The concert was billed as a gala but was less formal, shorter and tighter than that might have suggested, partly thanks to being broadcast live: no indulgent speeches, just short links from Radio 3’s Ian Skelly filling us in on the venue’s history. The hall was originally built in 1901 by Bechstein, the piano …