Web archive - August 18, 2025

World

$25m pink diamond recovered as Dubai police nab thieves within hours

Dubai police arrested three Asians within eight hours using specialized teams and advanced AI technologies

Entertainment

Sabrina Carpenter, Alex Warren, Busta Rhymes, and more announced as performers for 2025 MTV VMAs

Sabrina Carpenter, J Balvin, and Busta Rhymes to performer for the 2025 MTV VMAs, airing Sept. 7.

Entertainment

Jade Thirlwall reveals daily struggle to avoid Ozempic

Little Mix’s Jade Thirlwall opens up about her struggle with body image and resisting Ozempic after past anorexia.

World

Senior Iranian official warns war with Israel could break out anytime

Iran adviser Yahya Rahim Safavi says no ceasefire exists, only a war phase that could collapse at any moment

Entertainment

Taylor Swift launches countdown for ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ album release

Taylor Swift sparks fan theories with a new countdown tied to her upcoming album The Life of a Showgirl.

Entertainment

Sabrina Carpenter beats Taylor Swift on Spotify pre-saves

Sabrina Carpenter’s upcoming album beats Taylor Swift in pre-saves as fans debate its bold cover and direction.

Entertainment

Helen Mirren says James Bond can never be played a woman

Helen Mirren insists James Bond should remain male, shutting down speculation about a female 007 role.

Entertainment

Jana Duggar expecting first child with husband Stephen Wissmann

Jana Duggar reveals she is expecting her first child with husband Stephen Wissmann, with the baby due January 2026.

Entertainment

Niall Horan joins Shawn Mendes on stage in surprise O2 moment

Fans were stunned as Niall Horan appeared at Shawn Mendes’ London O2 show to perform ‘This Town’ together live.

Entertainment

Bob Odenkirk says ‘Better Call Saul’ revival would likely be set in prison

Bob Odenkirk says Saul Goodman’s 86-year sentence means any Better Call Saul revival must be set in prison.