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KNUST Library Dress Code Sparks Online Backlash
Culturemyjoyonline9d ago

KNUST Library Dress Code Sparks Online Backlash

A new dress code policy at the Prempeh II Library of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has ignited widespread criticism online. Students and social media users have labeled the rules as outdated, overly strict, and discriminatory.

Dwayne Johnson's Maui Wig in Live-Action 'Moana' Trailer Draws Mixed Reactions
Culturele-figaro22d ago

Dwayne Johnson's Maui Wig in Live-Action 'Moana' Trailer Draws Mixed Reactions

The trailer for Disney's live-action 'Moana' has drawn significant online attention, with many social media users poking fun at Dwayne Johnson's curly wig for his role as Maui, while Disney reportedly stands firm on the film's look. The film, also starring Catherine Laga’ia as Moana, is set for release on July 8th.

Japan’s ‘so handsome’ youngest governor, 36, sets social media abuzz again
CultureSCMP1mo ago

Japan’s ‘so handsome’ youngest governor, 36, sets social media abuzz again

Takato Ishida, the 36-year-old governor of Fukui, has sparked a fresh wave of online attention after new Instagram posts from his prefectural assembly revived the fascination that followed Ishida’s election earlier this year. Many of the reactions have focused less on policy than on Japan’s youngest sitting prefectural leader, with social media users repeatedly praising his appearance and describing him as unusually “handsome” for a politician. The attention first surged shortly after Ishida...

Leave him alone – Do2dtun blasts Adekunle Gold’s critics
Culturevanguard-ng1mo ago

Leave him alone – Do2dtun blasts Adekunle Gold’s critics

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Do2dtun urged social media users to halt what he described as extreme bullying directed at the singer and his family. The post Leave him alone – Do2dtun blasts Adekunle Gold’s critics appeared first on Vanguard News.

Alia Bhatt breaks silence on BAFTA, Gone Girl backlash
CultureTimes of India1mo ago

Alia Bhatt breaks silence on BAFTA, Gone Girl backlash

After days of social media chatter, Alia Bhatt has finally responded to the online backlash that followed her appearance at the 79th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA). In the now-viral video, Alia appeared momentarily surprised before naming Gone Girl. Several social media users suggested she looked nervous or was attempting to channel a confident “international star” persona.

Disney Stands Firm on Live-Action 'Moana' Look Amidst Wig Ridicule
Culturevarietyign22d ago2 sources

Disney Stands Firm on Live-Action 'Moana' Look Amidst Wig Ridicule

The trailer for Disney's live-action 'Moana' has drawn significant online attention, with many social media users poking fun at Dwayne Johnson's curly wig for his role as Maui. Disney has reportedly decided to stand firm on the film's look, despite the online ridicule.

Macaco Punch has a new companion
Cultureobservador1mo ago

Macaco Punch has a new companion

The monkey that moved social media users worldwide will have a new favorite orangutan. This one is real and named Momo. Punch is causing a stir again, this time due to the atmosphere of affection.

Owens Text Screenshot Backlash: Candace Owens faces manipulation claims; viral row fuels political feud
PoliticsTimes of India1mo ago

Owens Text Screenshot Backlash: Candace Owens faces manipulation claims; viral row fuels political feud

Candace Owens sparked controversy after posting a screenshot of alleged text messages with Charlie Kirk while discussing political tensions around Israel. The post quickly went viral, but many social media users questioned its authenticity. Critics pointed to unusual formatting and language in the image, accusing Owens of sharing a manipulated screenshot, while supporters argued the messages reveal internal conservative disagreements.

Robot ‘arrested’ after elderly woman startled and sent to hospital in Macau
TechnologySCMP1mo ago

Robot ‘arrested’ after elderly woman startled and sent to hospital in Macau

An elderly woman was taken to hospital in Macau after being “frightened” by a humanoid robot that abruptly appeared behind her before it was escorted away by police, prompting social media users to joke it had been “arrested”. According to authorities, the woman, who was on her phone at the time, was startled when she suddenly noticed the robot behind her near the Lok Yeung Fa Yuen residential complex in Patane last Thursday. Video circulating online shows the woman angrily confronting the ro...