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Stephen Colbert revealed why he tends to play “poorly informed” characters, including his Strangers With Candy character Charles “Chuck” Noblet, while celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Comedy Central series’ cancellation during the New York Comedy Festival on Saturday. During a Q&A at the event, the cast was asked what their characters say about their shadow selves. “My shadow self is very much like Noblet in that, like, very self serious, doesn’t want anyone to know how frightened he is all the time; is willing to shut down anyone in order to win an argument,” he said of the high…
Your support helps us to tell the storyFrom reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it’s investigating the financials of Elon Musk’s pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, ‘The A Word’, which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.The…
Lady explains why she is blaming actor Somadina for Regina Daniels‘ marital woes following her fallout with her husband, Ned Nwoko. Gistreel recalls that the celebrity couple, Ned Nwoko and his actress wife, Regina Daniels have continued to surface in the news amid their messy separation. Regina Daniels and Somadina. Regina Daniels and Ned Nwoko’s marital crisis Regina Daniels had left Ned Nwoko’s house, alleging domestic violence while the politician had accused her or being a druggie amongst others. Additionally he had her brother, Sammy West arrested for alleged multiple offences. Lady drags Somadina, blames him A lady took to…
Your support helps us to tell the storyFrom reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it’s investigating the financials of Elon Musk’s pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, ‘The A Word’, which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.The…
GistReel A UK-based Nigerian woman has gone public with a heart-wrenching plea after her husband allegedly withdrew her from his visa sponsorship, leaving her with only 60 days to secure another sponsor or face deportation. In a viral video posted on X (formerly Twitter) by @ChuckErics, she explained that the man she once called her husband had been threatening to revoke her Certificate of Sponsorship (COS) — the document that allows foreign nationals to legally stay in the UK. In her words, she said: “I received a message from the Home Office saying I only have 60 days to get…
Writer and director Igor Bezinović (A Brief Excursion) grew up in Rijeka, Croatia. Formerly known as Fiume, which is still its Italian name, the city was the site of an experiment at a time of nascent fascism that many non-locals may not be aware of. But amid the rise of right-wing politicians around the globe and the controversy earlier this year surrounding a “gesture” by Elon Musk, Bezinović’s hybrid filmFiume o morte!, Croatia’s submission for the best international feature Oscar, seems very timely. A mix of re-enactments and reconstructions with the help of Rijeka’s citizens, historical photos and footage, and…
Prince Harry went to Toronto for events marking the end of World War I and found himself on an apology tour for offending Canadians. Speaking to a military charity on Thursday night, the Duke of Sussex sought to once again address the “blue-hatted elephant in the room.” He was referring to his widely ridiculed choice to wear a Los Angeles Dodgers cap at a World Series game in Los Angeles against the Toronto Blue Jays. It was seen as a major snub in Canada, a British Commonwealth nation, where his father, King Charles III, is the head of state. He…
Man United are now unbeaten in their last five matches, although they will feel that they should have defeated Tottenham on Saturday, rather than had to have settled for a 2-2 draw in North London.Ruben Amorim’s side had led 1-0 up until the 84th minute, but after conceding twice in quick succession, they found themselves 2-1 up, before a late Matthijs de Ligt strike ensured a share of the spoils. But prior to both Tottenham goals, they had big chances to find the back of the net, with both falling to Benjamin Sesko.Benjamin Sesko criticised over poor finishing for Man…
Chelsea’s 3-0 win over Wolves on Saturday ended on a worrying note as star midfielder Enzo Fernandez revealed he has been playing through a persistent knee injury for the past four months, forcing him to withdraw from Argentina’s upcoming international fixtures. The Argentine playmaker, who was named Premier League Player of the Match, played a crucial role in orchestrating Chelsea’s win at Stamford Bridge but later confirmed that the injury had worsened in recent weeks. Fernandez reveals extent of knee problem Speaking after the match, Fernandez disclosed that he had been managing a bone edema in his knee, which has…
Harvey Elliott joined Aston Villa from Liverpool in the summer transfer window hoping to get playing time that was missing at Anfield. The young, versatile player was under used by Arne Slot last season and that made him consider a move away from the club. Unai Emery came to save him in the summer, or that is what he thought he was doing when he signed Elliott in a loan deal. After seven appearances for the club and just one goal so far, it is proving difficult for Elliott to revive his career. Harvey Elliott has failed to make an…