In a powerful moment for Houston, Beyoncé took the stage at Vice President Kamala Harris’ rally on Friday, urging the crowd to unite and take action. “We are at the precipice of an enormous shift,” she declared. “I’m not here as a celebrity. I’m not here as a politician. I’m […]
Misusing pronouns isn’t a harmless mistake; it’s a direct affront to identity and dignity, says trans inclusion consultant Davey Shlasko. In an exclusive interview with The Back Cover Podcast, Shlasko stressed that failing to respect a person’s chosen pronouns sends a powerful message about their place in society. For trans […]
The First Peoples Disability Network Australia (FPDN), a national organisation governed by Indigenous Australians with lived experience of disability, is intensifying its call for cultural inclusion in the country’s disability support services. Representing a significant portion of Australia’s First Peoples, FPDN advocates for tailored programs that meet the unique cultural […]
In a courageous and defiant act of protest, Independent Senator Lidia Thorpe disrupted a key moment of King Charles III’s visit to Australia, confronting him over the British Crown’s historical and ongoing role in the genocide of First Peoples. Thorpe, a fierce advocate for Indigenous sovereignty and justice, made her […]
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), introduced to provide essential support to Australians living with disabilities, has faced increasing challenges, not only in delivering services but in dealing with rampant fraud. As much as one-fifth of the scheme’s annual disability funding, amounting to an estimated $8 billion, has been siphoned […]
Former One Direction singer Liam Payne has tragically died in Buenos Aires, Argentina, after reportedly falling from the third floor of a hotel. He was 31 years old. Local newspaper La Nacion first reported the incident on Wednesday, citing emergency services who were called to the scene. According to the […]
Six more individuals have come forward with civil lawsuits against music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, accusing him of rape, sexual abuse, and sexual assault. The suits, filed on Monday in New York, add to a growing list of claims against the 54-year-old rapper and producer, including allegations dating back to […]
Taylor Swift has pledged a significant $5 million USD donation to support recovery efforts following the devastation caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The funds will go towards rebuilding and providing essential aid to communities heavily impacted by the storms. The non-profit organisation Feeding America confirmed the donation through a […]
Piers Morgan has issued a public apology to Beyoncé and JAY-Z after unfounded claims were made on his show, Uncensored. The 59-year-old media personality addressed the situation during the introduction of an episode released on Tuesday, 8 October, via his YouTube channel. Morgan revealed that legal representatives for the superstar […]
Sustainable and stylish, Meghan Markle turned heads in a surprise appearance at the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) 2024 Gala on Saturday. The Duchess of Sussex, 43, wowed in a stunning red Carolina Herrera gown that she first wore in 2021, proving that fashion can be both fabulous and eco-friendly. […]