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VarietyNetflix Unveils ‘Offline Love,’ New Japanese Dating Series Set in France
Netflix is expanding its unscripted slate with “Offline Love,” a unique Japanese dating series that challenges modern romance by stripping away digital devices. Set to premiere globally on Feb. 18, the 10-episode series follows 10 singles searching for connection in Nice, France, with just 10 days to find love through serendipitous encounters. The show marks …
- BBC
TikTokers offered $5,000 to join Facebook and Instagram
Meta's attempt to lure creators to its platforms comes as questions remain over the future of its main rival in the US.
- Evening Standard
Justin Bieber says he was hacked after unfollowing wife Hailey on Instagram
The incident ignited rumours of trouble in paradise five months after they welcomed their first child, Jack, together
- INSIDER
Whatever happens to TikTok, it's changed us forever
TikTok might be gone — but its effects have changed us forever. Whatever happens to the app, the TikTokification of American life is here to stay.
- HuffPost
Elon Musk’s Ex Grimes Speaks Out Following His Controversial Salute
The Canadian pop artist broke her silence on Musk’s one-armed gesture, making her stance clear.
- People
Zoe Saldaña Takes a Major Fashion Risk in Nipple-Baring Lace Cutout Dress for “Harper’s Bazaar ”Cover Shoot
The LaQuan Smith design was among the many naked looks seen on the actress
- People
Donald and Melania Trump Married 20 Years Ago — and the Guest List Was Fascinating: See the Photos
Donald and Melania Trump got married on Jan. 22, 2005
- Yahoo News Singapore
Pritam Singh says Workers' Party gearing up for GE2025 with enhanced candidate screening; Tharman, Wong congratulate Trump on his second term: Singapore live news
The Workers’ Party (WP) is taking steps to enhance candidate screening for GE2025 as Tharman and Wong express confidence in Trump’s leadership. Plus some of the biggest and fascinating news in Singapore and beyond.
- The Independent
Seinfeld memes go viral after Mark Zuckerberg’s reaction to Lauren Sanchez’s outfit
‘Get a good look, Costanza?’ said everyone in response to the moment
- The Independent
Elon Musk trashes Trump’s $500 billion AI plan immediately after president’s boastful press conference
Musk publicly broke from the Trump administration’s latest initiative on artificial intelligence
- The Independent
Poll shows how America feels about Trump after his first two days in office. It brings good and bad news
Trump signed a slew of executive orders Monday night in an effort to swiftly execute his policy agenda
- The Guardian
Ruben Amorim ‘smashed dressing room television’ in rant after Brighton defeat
Ruben Amorim reportedly smashed a television in the Old Trafford dressing room in a furious rant at his squad after Manchester United’s 3-1 defeat to Brighton on Sunday
- Cinema Online
Missing Chinese model Yang Zeqi returns home after month-long ordeal
The model is now back with his family after going missing in Thailand
- Evening Standard
Paul Scholes names NINE players Manchester United should sell amid Chelsea 'interest' in Alejandro Garnacho
Matthijs de Ligt and Joshua Zirkzee are also on the chopping block
- The Independent
Sharon Stone reveals what Harry and Meghan are like as neighbours in resurfaced interview
The couple have reportedly become ‘local villains’ in Montecito
- HuffPost
This Donald Trump Move Could Doom His ‘Honeymoon Period,’ Says CNN Data Reporter
“Simply put, this is not a popular policy," said Harry Enten.
- CNN Business
Trump has tossed TikTok a lifeline. But China’s not happy
For many of America’s 170 million TikTok users, US President Donald Trump’s move to delay a legal ban of the popular social media platform was cause for celebration. But in China, where TikTok’s parent company is based, the reception has been less positive.
- AFP News
Rubio, on first day, warns China with Asian partners
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on his first full day in office Tuesday warned jointly with Japan, India and Australia against coercive actions in Asia, in a veiled but clear warning to China over its actions at sea.Rubio met in Washington with his counterparts from the so-called Quad a day after the inauguration of President Donald Trump, who has vowed to push back against a rising China.
- BuzzFeed
Nearly 3 Million People Can't Get Over What This Mom Found In Her 12-Year-Old Son's Locker
"I feel like if I did not film it, nobody would believe me."
- People
K-Pop Star ROSÉ Strips Down to Some Flirty Pajamas for SKIMS' Coquettish Valentine's Day Campaign
The pop star — who released her first solo album in December 2024 — is one of the many celebrities to have modeled for Kim Kardashian's clothing brand