AR Rahman says he “never wished to cause pain” in new Instagram post, days after facing backlash over “communal” remark : Bollywood News

[ad_1] Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman offered a public response following online criticism over comments interpreted by some as suggesting communal bias within the Hindi film industry. In a video shared on his official social media accounts, Rahman described his artistic journey and intentions without directly retracting or labelling his earlier remarks as an apology. AR […]

‘Feels like a Muslim city’: Reform UK mayoral candidate suggests burqa stop-and-search in London; faces backlash

[ad_1] Laila Cunningham (AP image) Reform UK’s newly announced London mayoral candidate, Laila Cunningham, has sparked controversy after suggesting that women wearing the burqa should be subject to stop-and-search checks. Critics have warned that the remarks could endanger Muslim women and deepen social divisions in the capital.Cunningham, who was named Reform UK’s candidate for the […]

Is Charlie Kirk X-Man? Candace Owens sparks backlash with new claims about TPUSA founder

[ad_1] Candace Owens raises new questions as she seeks footage of Egyptians she claims came to Provo before Charlie Kirk’s death (Image via Getty) After the backlash for the “time traveller” claim, Conservative commentator Candace Owens is again back with bizarre remarks about Charlie Kirk. During one of the podcasts, Owens claimed that Kirk went […]

The UK is watering down plans for mandatory digital ID cards after a backlash

[ad_1] File photo: UK PM Keir Starmer (Picture credit: AP) LONDON: The British government has watered down plans for mandatory digital identification cards, a contentious idea it had touted as a way to help control immigration. It’s the latest policy U-turn by Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s embattled center-left government, which is under fire from both […]

How Clavicular became one of Kick’s most controversial streamers and how the backlash followed

[ad_1] Clavicular rose to prominence on Kick in 2025 through shock driven content that quickly sparked controversy. Viral clips, offensive language, and open discussions about steroid and drug use fueled backlash. His promotion of looksmaxxing programs and extreme lifestyle choices drew concern, especially given his age, leaving him labeled as one of the platform’s most […]

‘Canadians are dying’: Mark Carney’s $2.5 billion aid to Ukraine draws backlash online

[ad_1] On Saturday, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced an additional $2.5 billion in economic assistance for Ukraine. The move has been positioned as a part of the wider international efforts to support the war-torn country. Carney said the funding would help provide more international financing at a critical moment in the conflict, when speaking […]

‘Fits right in with MAGA’: Nicki Minaj faces backlash over ‘boys will be boys’ remark; netizens discover husband’s ‘sex offender’ past

[ad_1] Erika Kirk, left, and Nicki Minaj speak during Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest 2025 Under the glare of AmericaFest’s red-white-and-blue stage lights, Nicki Minaj managed to turn a few off-the-cuff lines into a full-blown culture-war moment.Chatting with Turning Point USA’s Erika Kirk on December 21, the rapper praised old-school gender roles, mocked California Governor Gavin […]

Captain Puffy reveals Pokimane spoke to her about Ellum allegations before viral TikTok backlash began

[ad_1] Captain Puffy reveals Pokimane spoke to her about Ellum allegations before viral TikTok backlash began (Image via Getty) Cara “Captain Puffy” has said that Pokimane already knew about serious claims made against Josh “Ellum” before becoming his housemate. The comments came after Captain Puffy shared a six-page Google Doc on December 17, 2025, where […]

Who is Ashy Bines? Australian glam influencer faces backlash for linking Bondi terror attack to paid wellbeing podcast

[ad_1] Who is Ashy Bines? Glam influencer faces backlash for linking Bondi terror attack to paid wellbeing podcast (Image via Getty) Australian influencer Ashy Bines, 37, is under fire after a social media post linked the deadly Bondi Beach terror attack to promotion of her paid wellbeing program. The attack shocked the nation and left […]

QTCinderella promises major changes for 2026 Streamer Awards after backlash

[ad_1] QTCinderella, the creator and host of the annual Streamer Awards, is already looking ahead to 2026, and she’s making it clear that the event will undergo a major transformation. Following a year filled with controversy, backlash, and intense internet debate surrounding the 2025 edition, QT has promised a “very hard pivot” for next year’s […]