Alakananda Bandyopadhyay
Feature writer with a penchant for digging deeper and spreading the word when it comes to entertainment, music and the arts. At times she devours books, at other times she indulges excessively in all things indie, grunge and unexplored.
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Mother slammed for asking 6-year-old 'are you a boy or a girl?' in viral TikTok video: 'This is child abuse'
The conversation or the video's purpose wasn't clarified, but since it's gone viral, there's been massive uproar from a section of social media who called it 'child abuse'
How did Bill and Melinda Gates meet? She turned him down the first time he flirted with her and asked her out
Unfortunately, they 'no longer believe' they can 'grow together' as a couple in the next phase of their lives, the couple shared to the world in their joint statement
'Pray, Obey, Kill' Episode 5: Why was Helge Fossmo jailed when Sara Svensson killed his wife and neighbor?
Helge Fossmo was charged with the murder of his first wife in 1999 before he was convicted of instigating the murder of his second wife in 2004
Will TLC cancel 'Counting On'? Network's statement after Josh Duggar arrest for child pornography raises doubt
If convicted, Josh Duggar who had allegedly molested his own sisters, faces upto 20 years in prison and fines of up to $250,000
Hillary Clinton criticizes Joe Biden's withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan: 'It'll have huge consequences'
'It's one thing to pull out troops that have been supporting security in Afghanistan, supporting the Afghan military, leaving it pretty much to fend for itself, but we can't afford to walk away from the consequences of that decision'
Sharon Stone sizzles in black swimsuit at 63 as she cuddles dog Joe near pool: 'That is living your best life'
Stone looks ecstatic to have her furry friend return from the vet, but the internet is thrilled about the attire she put on display
'Confessions of a Serial Killer: Samuel Little': Air time, how to live stream, trailer and all you need to know about Reelz documentary
The upcoming documentary explores America's 'most prolific serial killer' who might put the likes of Charles Manson and Richard Ramirez to shame
Who is Kirby Bumpus? Gayle King's 'favorite daughter' pregnant, TV host wants to be called 'Gaia, not grandma'
'Oprah thinks it’s stupid and pretentious,' said King but added, 'I like it,' about wanting to be called 'Gaia', not 'grandma' by her grandkid
Kirk and Anne Douglas' love story: Affair between colleagues turned into lifetime of romance despite infidelity
The couple met on the sets of a movie in Paris as Kirk was looking to hire a bilingual publicist, and Anne was always adamant about keeping their relationship professional
Have Prince Harry and Prince William patched up? 'Private' anniversary wishes from the Sussexes suggest thaw
Harry reunited with William and Kate in England earlier in April at the funeral for his grandfather Prince Philip
Lil Tay's rise to cringe: How a little rosy-cheeked 9-year-old flexer became Internet's 'worst enemy'
From lying about her expensive assets to accusing her father of abuse — Lil Tay was a controversial figure on the Internet
Kamala Harris 1st VP to get Madame Tussauds wax statue, Internet loves it but says 'looks like mix of Jen Psaki'
On Wednesday, April 28, Madame Tussauds New York shared the work-in-progress of the clay head sculptures of Harris and Joe Biden. The general reaction to the sculpted figures was positive although some said close work needs to be done on the eyes
When is Andrew Brown Jr's funeral? Al Sharpton who gave Daunte Wright's eulogy to honor Black dad killed by cops
Brown died on April 21 when Pasquotank County deputies serving drug-related search and arrest warrants opened fire at him for fleeing the scene
Did Mitch McConnell fall asleep during Joe Biden's speech? Internet says 'someone please check his pulse'
He sat through the president's entire speech without so much as changing his facial expression, let alone clapping while the rest of the house applauded
Joe Biden slammed for wearing mask as CDC says vaccinated people needn't: 'Rules for thee, not for me'
The CDC recently updated their mask recommendations following widespread vaccination for Covid-19 in America but looks like Fox News did not get the full memo
Ma'Khia Bryant will be laid to rest in same church that honored police victims Casey Goodson and Andre Hill
Both Goodman and Hill died in December 2020 at the hands of Columbus, Ohio police officers and were honored in the First God Church
Who is Kayja Rose? Joe Rogan's stepdaughter shouldn't get vaccinated according to comedian's latest podcast
Rose is 25 years old and is in the same age group that Rogan thinks should be exempt from getting the jab
William will struggle to forgive Meghan Markle for attack on wife, say sources: 'Kate is powerless to fight back'
Sources close to the royals claim that although Kate might have forgiven Meghan for making the bombshell claims, William won't be able to do so quite easily
Where are Caitlyn Jenner's kids now? Burt, Brandon and Brody 'embarrassed' by her run for California gov: Report
Caitlyn Jenner sons from her previous marriages as well as her daughters with Kris Jenner are reportedly not happy about her bid to run for governor of California as they feel she is not qualified for the position
LA cop Deon Joseph wants LeBron James to discuss realities of policing with him, pens down passionate letter
James had tweeted a photo of Nicholas Reardon who fatally shot 16-year-old Ma'Khia Bryant, saying 'You're next'