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Seriously, do they think we are all millionaires?
It costs a lot to run our lives in 2025. But it feels like if you want to live the Life of Riley it’s going to cost you right now.
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And Just Like That…I’m out.
The Sex and the City spin off had some good potential following season two, but this latest series is beyond bad.
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Is celebrity gossip REALLY dead?
Julie Burchill wrote for the Spectator about whether the likes of Heat and Popbitch have finally had their day. But have they? Let’s deep dive.
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This is 45 – an ode to ageing...
It’s ma birthday tomorrow. Gonna party like it’s me birthday. Although, I draw the line at Bacardi!
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Things I’ve LOVED this week!
I wanted to try and spread a little joy this week. So, here’s a list of things that popped a smile on my face.
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Heading to the UNVRS Opening in Ibiza
It was the big opening of the year, and it was a thrill to be there.
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May 2025

So, you want to be a PR? Here’s how to do it well in 2025.
Like journalism, PR is a tricky ol’ fish to tackle these days but here are some good tips that can help you get your foot in the door.
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So, you want to be a showbiz journalist? Here’s how to do it in 2025.
I had a reunion recently with the OG tabloid journos of my time on Fleet Street and it inspired me to think about the role of a showbiz reporter today.
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Digital Immortality: How AI Is Reshaping the Legacy of Legendary Celebrities
They’re national treasures. They’re global icons. They’re never going to be forgotten. But they’re going to leave us very soon...so what will happen…
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It’s not right, but was it OK?
It’s impossible to always be honest when you’re face to face with a legend. So, here’s what happened when I told a big fat porky to Whitney Houston.
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April 2025

March 2025

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