A few days back, Donald Trump announced that he’s shutting down the Kennedy Center for two years for renovations, which has shocked a few GOP senators. Recently, two of the senators gave their stance on the closure, revealing that it wasn’t decided earlier and was unexpected. One of the Republicans, Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski, earlier cast a vote in favor of the Big Beautiful Bill, which allowed it to pass. She is now reportedly demanding answers regarding the center’s temporary shutdown as well.

GOP Senators react to Donald Trump’s decision

According to HuffPost, Maine Sen. Susan Collins revealed that she was aware that renovations would happen, but the shutdown of the Kennedy Center came as a surprise. She said, “That came as a big surprise to me, because it was my understanding that the renovations are already underway and going well, so I don’t think that was anticipated when we provided the money.”

In addition, Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski also reacted to the Kennedy Center closure news. She said, “At no point in time was it ever suggested that the entire Kennedy Center would be shut down for renovation.” The Punchbowl outlet reports that Murkowski, who had a key contribution in approving the Big Beautiful Bill, is now pushing for answers as to why the center is closing down.

On February 2, Trump also took to Truth Social to announce that the Kennedy Center is closing down for “construction, revitalization, and complete rebuilding” for two years, starting July 4 on the 250th anniversary of America.

He wrote, “Based on these findings, and totally subject to Board approval, I have determined that the fastest way to bring The Trump Kennedy Center to the highest level of Success, Beauty, and Grandeur, is to cease Entertainment Operations for an approximately two year period of time, with a scheduled Grand Reopening that will rival and surpass anything that has taken place with respect to such a Facility before.”

Originally reported by Sourav Chakraborty on Mandatory.

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Kim Kardashian and Formula 1 star Lewis Hamilton sparked romance rumours after being spotted together at a romantic getaway in the U.K. countryside. They were later photographed arriving in Paris. Now, a source has recently revealed that the alleged couple is not looking for anything serious and has a “friends with benefits” vibe.

Lewis Hamilton not looking to be ‘it couple’ with Kim Kardashian, per source

Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton have been friends for over a decade. They first met at the GQ Men of the Year awards in 2014. At the time, the SKIMS founder was with her ex-husband, rapper Kanye West, with whom she shares four children. Meanwhile, the F1 ace was dating Nicole Scherzinger.

Reflecting on their long history, a source recently told the Daily Mail, “Lewis has been friends with the family for a long time and enjoys being around the family and their entrepreneurial ways.” They continued, “But Lewis isn’t looking to be a stepdad, not looking to be the ‘it’ couple with Kim. Their schedules are so demanding right now so this set up works for them.”

Another source told the Daily Mail, “Lewis and Kim are not dating exclusively. He’s not looking to settle down with anyone, including Kim, but they are very cool with embracing the rumors and having a friend with benefits vibe.”

On February 1, The Sun reported that Hamilton and Kardashian spent a romantic weekend in the luxury country club, Estelle Manor in the Cotswolds, U.K. Kardashian had allegedly landed at the Oxford Airport in her private jet. The duo reportedly enjoyed a couple’s massage and a private dinner, flanked by three bodyguards.

A source told the outlet, “It all appeared to be very romantic. Kim and Lewis made use of all the facilities on offer.” They reportedly checked out of the manor on Sunday at 11 am. Later, photos of the new couple arriving in Paris began circulating on social media. Neither Kardashian nor Hamilton have pubicly addressed any of the speculation surrounding their alleged romance yet.

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Kim Kardashian is making headlines again, but this time, they center on a rumoured romance with Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton. A new report by The Sun claims the duo recently enjoyed a cozy date night at an exclusive luxury country club, fueling speculation about a budding romance.

Kim Kardashian reportedly spent romantic weekend with Lewis Hamilton in UK

Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton met on the celebrity circuit over a decade ago. Hamilton was even close with Kardashian’s ex-husband, Kanye West, with whom she shares four kids. The reality star and the F1 ace are reportedly taking their friendship to the next level as they enjoyed a romantic weekend in the Cotswolds, U.K.

The Sun reports that Kardashian flew to Oxford Airport from Los Angeles on her private plane on Saturday. Allegedly, two cars picked her up there and drove her to Estelle Manor, a posh country club. An hour later, Hamilton arrived in the helicopter he had chartered from London’s Battersea Heliport.

A source told the outlet, “Kim’s arrival was very low-key. She was flanked by two bodyguards and was whisked inside. An hour later, around 4pm, Lewis landed in a helicopter and walked inside where other guests were mingling around.” The alleged couple shared a room in the main part of the house, used the pool and spa, and had an intimate dinner.

Another source divulged to The Sun, “They had a couple’s massage booked in and had full use of the facilities for just the two of them. It was all kept very quiet — they clearly wanted to have some time for just the two of them. In the evening, they had dinner in a private room so they didn’t have other guests around.” Two guards and a close protection officer had reportedly stood guard to avoid any disturbance.

Kardashian and Hamilton allegedly left together at 11 am on Sunday. While the F1 star was using the front doors, insiders claimed that the SKIMS founder had left the property through the side exit.

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Sports Illustrated star Brooks Nader stepped out in Aspen for a stylish night out. She turned heads with a bold winter look that balanced glamor and edge. The model was photographed alongside Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn as the pair enjoyed dinner at Matsuhisa before Nader was later spotted heading to the Caribou Club with friends.

Brooks Nader stuns in bodysuit

Check out Brooks Nader beating the cold with a bodysuit and a long coat:

For the evening, the SI cover star wore a sleek black bodysuit paired with sheer stockings. It highlighted her long legs while adding a sultry contrast to the cold-weather setting. She layered the look under a statement leopard-print coat, letting the dramatic outerwear frame the outfit as she walked. Knee-high black boots added height and polish, while a small red clutch delivered a sharp pop of colour.

The photo was posted on Instagram, where the nighttime snapshot captured Nader mid-step, proving once again that she knows how to make a statement, whether it’s on the runway or during an Aspen night out.

Originally reported by Viha Shah on Mandatory.

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Livvy Dunne shed her miniskirt to pull on jeans when it was time for a toast. She took to Instagram on December 18 to share a picture of her drinking from a glass with a red bow. In the photo, she sported the same sweater that she had been wearing with a miniskirt earlier that day. However, she swapped the miniskirt for a pair of lightwash jeans when she went for drinks.

Livvy Dunne grabs a drink in jeans instead of super short miniskirt

In the newly shared picture, Livvy Dunne donned a white and powder blue sweater, featuring a Snoopy graphic at the front. The sweater had a crewneck and long sleeves, and Snoopy was dressed in a festive outfit. She paired it with light-wash jeans, which made the whole fit relaxed and perfect for the winter season.

Dunne styled her long blonde hair in natural waves with a middle part. She kept her makeup simple with black eyeliner, pink blush, and a glossy pink lip shade. Earlier, she had posted a picture from Downtown Manhattan, in which she was wearing a white high-waisted miniskirt. The new picture showed her drinking from a glass with a red ribbon tied at its base. In another photo, she was posing alongside a friend in front of a Christmas tree.

The former LSU gymnast first rose to fame when her gymnastics videos went viral on TikTok during the pandemic. She has since amassed over 10 million followers across TikTok and Instagram. While her Olympic dream remains unfulfilled, she won an NCAA title with LSU in 2024. She has done brand partnerships with American Eagle, Accelerator, Vuori activewear, and Nautica.

2025 was a big year for Dunne, as she not only graced the cover of this year’s Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue but also covered Maxim, an international men’s magazine. In an interview with Maxim, she admitted that she has yet to accept the “influencer” label. She prefers being called a “model” instead and is looking forward to making her debut in the acting world.

Originally reported by Ankita Shaw on TheFashionSpot.

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Jennifer Aniston‘s holiday with boyfriend, Jim Curtis, could include an engagement. The couple has been dating for quite some time and is reportedly going to spend the holidays together on a trip. Now, an industry insider has claimed that some sources told him that Aniston might return with a ring on her finger.

Jennifer Aniston’s friends believe an engagement is imminent, claims source

Jennifer Aniston was first confirmed to be dating Jim Curtis in July 2025, and the couple went Instagram official in November. That same month, the duo made their first red carpet appearance at ELLE’s Women in Hollywood event. On December 13, a source told PEOPLE that Aniston will spend the holidays with Curtis, and they have even booked a “trip to the snow”.

Days later, industry insider Rob Shuter took to his Substack to share that some sources believe Aniston will be engaged to Curtis by the end of their holiday. A close friend told Shuter, “They’re not kids, and they’re not wasting time. Everyone around them is expecting a proposal.”

Many sources also told Shuter that spending Christmas and New Year’s together is a big step for the couple. One insider told the “Naughty but Nice” podcast host, “This is serious. Jen doesn’t do holiday trips unless she sees a future.”

Meanwhile, another source said, “Jim is all in. He’s not intimidated by her fame or her history. He’s calm, confident, and very present.” Curtis is said to be equally committed to his relationship with Aniston and is aware of everyone’s expectations.

Some insiders have also insisted that this is a grown-up relationship and not a fling. One individual explained, “They’ve both lived. They’ve been married, divorced, heartbroken. This isn’t infatuation — it’s alignment.” While an engagement is not confirmed, close friends of the couple believe that the timing of the holiday feels meaningful.

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Taylor Swift has reportedly been the victim of a coordinated online attack attempting to smear her as a Nazi sympathiser, a new study has found.

A new study titled ‘Taylor Swift: Anatomy of a Narrative’ describes a pattern of posts peddling “inauthentic narratives” from online accounts injecting themselves into organic discourse. The study provides troubling insight into how conversations around public figures can be warped by accounts acting in bad faith.

Who was targeting Taylor Swift?

The study shared by behavioral intelligence company GUDEA analyzed 24,679 posts from 18,213 users shared across 14 platforms. These posts highlighted a significant and inflated number of highly inflammatory posts shared by a particular small subset of users.

According to the study, just 3.77% of users actively started and peddled conspiracy theories and political accusations against the singer. These included claims that her album The Life of a Showgirl contained Nazi symbolism, and that she was a part of the MAGA movement and a Donald Trump supporter. Despite the small number of users, they accounted for 28% of the conversational volume, suggesting a coordinated campaign to popularize these conspiracy theories.

The conspiracies leveled against Swift were directed from seemingly left-wing social accounts, and they weren’t just limited to fringe platforms. These users were sparking high-volume conversations by accusing Swift of being a Nazi, which was then leading to a more significant contribution to this narrative due to people defending the star.

How did the Taylor Swift Nazi smear campaign start?

The study noted that the “Taylor Swift is a Nazi” smear campaign began on fringe platform before making the jump to X (Twitter).

GUDEA noted that between October 4-5, the days after The Life of a Showgirl’s release, conversation around Taylor Swift was expectedly related to the album. However, on October 6-7, it observed an “inauthentic narrative injection.” This saw “symbol reinterpretation posts and ideological framing emerge,” as accounts began implying that Swift was using Nazi symbolism in her music and related media.

Between October 8-12, this discourse ramped up significantly. As these inauthentic accounts continued to spread their conspiracies, real users and fans of Swift began either defending her, mocking the accusations, or generally talking about the allegations. This meant that the inauthentic narrative grew, and had not extended beyond the accounts attempting to start the controversy.

How were Kanye West and Blake Lively involved?

Kanye West became a part of this discourse as users began making a comparison to the rapper’s antisemitic remarks and the new discourse around Swift. The researches noted that this demonstrates “how a strategically seeded falsehood can convert into widespread authentic discourse, reshaping public perception even when most users do not believe the originating claim.”

Additionally, researchers found a significant overlap between users pushing the “Nazi” narrative around Swift, and a separate “astroturf” campaign against Blake Lively. The actress is currently involved in a civil case against her It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni, with Lively alleging that Baldoni has orchestrated a “smear campaign” against her to retaliate against her issuing sexual harassment complaints on set. Baldoni has denied the claims and has filed a defamation and extortion lawsuit against Lively and her husband Ryan Reynolds.

According to the study, there were “2,395 overlapping accounts active in both the Taylor Swift dataset and the Blake Lively astroturf dataset.” The researchers suggested that this indications a network of accounts who are able to escalate or reframe narratives around celebrities.

What does this mean for Taylor Swift and other celebrities?

The study is yet further evidence that online discourse is effectively being reshaped by inauthentic accounts looking to alter the narrative around popular figures. While it’s not possible to determine where the “Taylor Swift is a Nazi” narrative began, the study indicates that it is the result of a concerted effort to create a conspiracy theory around the singer, with accounts pretending to be left-wing drumming up false concern around the singer’s beliefs.

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Days after revealing her earnings, Sophie Rain set the internet on fire once again with her latest look in a black bodysuit. The OnlyFans star took to X, formerly Twitter, on December 4 to share the striking photo, giving fans a clear view of her impressive ‘waist card.’

Sophie Rain dominates the internet with her new look in black bodysuit

Take a look at Sophie Rain’s new photo in her black bodysuit:

In the picture, Rain could be seen taking a mirror selfie in a bright, sunlit room. With her hair down, she sported a black, strapless bodysuit, which made her waist look quite amazing. She posed with a pout and held up one hand in a victory sign.

As of this writing, the post has garnered 331,200 views, 5,700 likes, and 464 saves. Fans took to the comments to praise the creator. “So perfect and amazing and beautiful and nice and smart too,” one X user wrote, while many others commented that she looked stunning.

Originally reported by Ankita Shaw on Mandatory

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LeBron James opens up about the struggles a basketball player faces at 40. The Lakers legend missed the first month of the season after suffering from sciatica on his right side. Notably, James could not participate in the Lakers’ Sunday game against the New Orleans Pelicans due to left foot management. The 40-year-old managed to return for the Lakers’ game against the Phoenix Suns the following day.

LeBron James shares how it feels playing basketball at 40

NBA reporter Dave McMenamin is talking to LeBron James in the Lakers’ dressing room. A clip from the interaction has gone viral on the internet as James details basketball struggles at 40 years of age. When McMenamin asked him about his absence from Sunday’s game, the Lakers legend had a brutally honest answer to it.

James revealed, almost philosophically, “It’s called old. You get it, you understand,” before adding, “You just wake up with s**t that you didn’t have the night before.” The Lakers lost the game (125–108) against the Phoenix Suns on Monday. Fans had interesting reactions to James’ response in the viral clip.

One fan opined that King James has lost his passion for the game. The fan commented, “Hunger gone. Can’t blame him, team will coast into the offs but there was a time he wouldn’t be happy after a loss.” However, another fan believed that James has aged well. A second fan remarked, “If this is old, then every player in the league hopes to age like him.”

Previously, the Lakers legend spoke to reporters ahead of his 23rd NBA season. He confessed he was “excited about today” and was “super-invested” in this season because “I don’t know when the end is.” (via NBA).

Furthermore, he revealed, “It’s pretty cool to know how many miles I’ve got and still be able to play at a high level. For me, age is kind of just a number, but it is reality, too. You look at the history of the game, there’s not been many guys at my age, especially going into Year 23, that have been able to play at a level like that. I just try not to take it for granted and just try to give the game as much as I can, inspire whoever I can.”

Originally reported by Anwaya Mane on Mandatory

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Britney Spears snuggled with Kim Kardashian and her sister Khloe in a vibrating bed. The “Criminal” crooner shared a candid Instagram video with the Kardashian sisters, showcasing their unexpected bond and friendship. She captioned the video as, “Such a warm, beautiful, kind family… Thank you for allowing me to play with your kids and dinner!!! It was an honor to spend time with you guys!! Happy Holidays.”

Britney Spears posts video with Kim and Khloe Kardashian

The “Toxic” star showed off her close friendship with Kim Kardashian and her sister Khloe, as evidenced in her new Instagram post. In the candid video, Spears cozies up with Kardashian and Khloe in bed as their daughters play in the background. The slumber party took place in Calabasas, California, at the reality TV star’s home.

Moreover, Spears kissed Kardashian on the cheek as she looked at the camera and remarked, “Oh, we are just chilling.” Khloe chimes in and adds, “In our geriatric bed.” Spears nods in agreement and exclaims, “This bed vibrates,” as she proceeds to curse loudly a couple of times.

Chicago West and True Thompson can be seen dancing in the background. Notably, Britney Spears and Kim Kardashian have been friends since the early 2000s.

Originally reported by Anwaya Mane on Mandatory.

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