Justin, Hailey Bieber mending their strained marriage
Justin Bieber’s recently released album, Swag, has caused trouble in his marriage with Hailey Bieber.
During an interview with RadarOnline, a source candidly talked about how the couple is mending their strained marriage.
Revealing the impact of the recording album on their relationship, the source began by saying, “The intense focus and emotional toll of creating new music had put a strain on their marriage.”
Referring to the dedicationof the singer, they continued, “When Justin is in the studio making new music, he gets completely consumed and shuts everything else out.”
However, the source confirmed that after releasing the album, “There’s a sense of relief on both sides.”
“Justin’s behavior has been more relaxed. He felt a lot of pressure hanging over him and has been in a better mental headspace these last few weeks,” the source added.
The album has seen a significant number of song charts on the Hot 100, the insiders shared, “He is very happy that there have been positive reviews of the album and that fans like it.”
They also shared that the couple is preparing to celebrate their son, Jack Blues’ first birthday on August 22, 2025, due to this they have been “able to finally reconnect more.”
Before concluding, the source also said, “There’s still work to be done in their marriage, but they’re in a much better place.”
For those unnerved, the lovebirds, who have been married for nearly six years, welcomed their son, Jack Blues Bieber, August 22, 2024.
Weight loss continues to dominate public discourse – often framed as a matter of personal responsibility. But after nearly 15 years working in and around health and nutrition research, I’ve seen how weight is treated differently from almost every other health issue.
People are routinely blamed for their body size, even though robust evidence shows that weight is shaped by a complex mix of genetics, biology, environment and socioeconomic factors.
Limited access to affordable healthy food, lack of safe places to exercise, long working hours and chronic stress – all more common in disadvantaged areas – can make maintaining a healthy weight significantly harder.
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Here are five things I wish more people understood about weight loss.
1. It goes against our biology
Obesity has been recognized as a national health priority in England since the 1990s, with numerous policies introduced in response. Yet obesity rates have not declined. This suggests that current approaches, which tend to focus on personal responsibility, are not working.
Even when weight loss methods are successful, the results often don’t last. Research shows that most people who lose weight eventually regain it, and the chances of someone with obesity reaching and maintaining a “normal” body weight are very low.
That’s partly because our bodies fight back when we lose weight – a response rooted in our evolutionary past. This process is called metabolic adaptation: when we reduce our energy intake and lose weight, our metabolism slows, and hunger hormones like ghrelin increase, encouraging us to eat more and regain the lost weight.
This biological response made sense in our hunter-gatherer past, when feast and famine were common. But today, in a world where high-calorie, ultra-processed food is cheap and accessible, these same survival traits make it easy to gain weight – and difficult to lose it.
So if you’ve struggled to lose weight or keep it off, it’s not a personal failure – it’s a predictable physiological response.
2. It’s not about willpower
Some people seem to maintain a stable weight with relative ease, while others struggle. The difference isn’t just about willpower.
Body weight is influenced by a host of factors. Genetics play a major role – for example, affecting how quickly we burn calories, how hungry we feel, or how full we get after eating. Some people are genetically predisposed to feel hungrier or crave high-energy foods, making weight loss even more challenging.
Environmental and social factors also play a part. Having the time, money, or support to prepare healthy meals, be active, and prioritize sleep makes a real difference – and not everyone has those resources.
When we overlook these complexities and assume weight is purely a matter of self-control, we contribute to stigma. This stigma can make people feel judged, ashamed, or excluded, which ironically can increase stress, reduce self-esteem, and make healthy habits even harder to adopt.
3. Calories aren’t the whole story
Counting calories is often the default weight loss strategy. And while creating a calorie deficit is essential for weight loss in theory, in practice it’s far more complicated.
For starters, calorie labels on foods are just estimates, and our own energy needs vary from day to day. Even how much energy we absorb from food can differ based on how it’s cooked, how it’s digested, and the makeup of our gut bacteria.
There’s also the persistent idea that “a calorie is just a calorie” – but our bodies don’t treat all calories the same. A biscuit and a boiled egg might contain similar calories, but they affect our hunger, digestion, and energy levels very differently. A biscuit may cause a quick blood sugar spike and crash, while an egg provides longer-lasting satiety (fullness) and nutritional value.
These misunderstandings have fueled the rise of fad diets – like only drinking shakes or cutting out entire food groups. While they can lead to short-term weight loss by creating a calorie deficit, they’re rarely sustainable and often lack essential nutrients.
A more realistic and balanced approach is to focus on long-term changes: eating more whole foods, reducing takeaway meals, cutting back on alcohol and building habits that support overall wellbeing.
4. Exercise is great for your health – but not necessarily for weight loss
Many people assume that the more they exercise, the more weight they’ll lose. But the science tells a more complex story.
Our bodies are very good at conserving energy. After a tough workout, we may unconsciously move less for the rest of the day, or feel hungrier and eat more – offsetting the calories burned.
In fact, research shows that total daily energy expenditure doesn’t keep rising with more exercise. Instead, the body adjusts by becoming more efficient and reducing energy use elsewhere, making weight loss through exercise alone more difficult than many expect.
That said, exercise still offers a huge range of benefits: it boosts cardiovascular health, improves mental wellbeing, maintains muscle mass, enhances metabolic function, strengthens bones and lowers the risk of chronic diseases.
Even if the number on the scale doesn’t change, exercise is still one of the most powerful tools we have to improve health and quality of life.
5. Health improvements don’t always require weight loss
You don’t have to lose weight to get healthier.
While intentional weight loss can reduce the risk of conditions like heart disease and some cancers, studies also show that improving your diet and being more active can significantly improve health markers – like cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar and insulin sensitivity – even if your weight stays the same.
So if you’re not seeing big changes on the scales, it may be more helpful to shift your focus. Instead of chasing a number, focus on behavior: nourishing your body, moving regularly in ways you enjoy, sleeping well and managing stress.
Weight is just one piece of the puzzle – and health is about so much more.
Rachel Woods, Senior Lecturer in Physiology, University of Lincoln
This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article.
MBABANE (Reuters) – Human rights lawyers and activists have sued the government of Eswatini for making a secretive deal with President Donald Trump’s administration to accept third-country deportees from the U.S., which they claim was unconstitutional.
The case was due be heard at the High Court of Eswatini on Friday, but was postponed until September 25 because the government did not file response papers, the lead applicant told Reuters outside the court on Friday.
Eswatini’s Attorney General Sifiso Khumalo said in a text message that the case had no legal basis. “It’s a frivolous legal application,” he wrote.
In July the U.S. deported five individuals from Vietnam, Jamaica, Laos, Cuba and Yemen to the Southern African country. All were convicted felons, and Eswatini says it is holding them in solitary confinement until they can be repatriated.
The applicants in the case, led by the Eswatini Litigation Centre, say that the agreement made with the U.S. was illegal because it was not submitted to parliament for approval and the terms were not disclosed.
They also say they do not know the condition of the deportees because no one has been allowed access to them.
“We want the executive to be held accountable, we want transparency dealing with matters of state importance, (and) respect for the rights of all individuals who are in Eswatini regardless of who they may be,” said lead applicant and lawyer Mzwandile Masuku.
Eswatini, an absolute monarchy ruled by King Mswati III, has previously said the deportees pose no threat and that the agreement was based purely on its good relations with Washington.
The International Organization for Migration told Reuters it had received a request from Eswatini to provide “post-arrival assistance” for the deportees, but did not say whether it would accept or what that might entail.
“We are discussing with Government of Eswatini, their request,” a spokesperson for the U.N. agency said on Thursday.
A British Airways flight attendant was found high on drugs and completely naked in an onboard toilet during a flight from California to London, a court heard.
Haden Pentecost, who was described as agitated, sweating and babbling, had to be stood down by the flight’s manager when he failed to help with any pre-flight safety checks.
After complaining of stomach cramps and saying he needed to change his clothes, the attendant locked himself in one of the plane’s toilets.
A colleague found him there naked and oblivious to the fact he had no clothes on. She had to dress him before moving him into a free seat, the court was told.
The flight attendant was spoken to by the captain before a health professional was called, the magistrate was told.
The court heard Pentecost had dilated pupils, a high heart rate, and had to be checked every 20 minutes until the plane arrived at Heathrow, where paramedics took him to hospital. A blood test later revealed he had methamphetamine and amphetamine in his system.
He has since been sacked by British Airways, the court was told.
Pentecost appeared at Uxbridge magistrates court on Friday, where he pleaded guilty to performing an aviation function while impaired by drugs. The 41-year-old from Basingstoke was granted bail to be sentenced at Isleworth crown court at a later date.
Revolution Beauty is known for its work with influencers and Love Island stars
Troubled fashion brand Revolution Beauty has brought back its former bosses to “reset” the business after failing to secure a buyer.
Co-founders Adam Minto and Tom Allsworth resigned following a series of accounting issues, but on Friday the company said the pair will return to tackle its plummeting sales.
Revolution, which sells make-up and cosmetics online and through concessions, said it had not received any suitable offers since launching a sale process earlier this year and, as a result, it was no longer looking for a buyer.
Frasers Group, owned by businessman Mike Ashley, said it did not plan on making an offer after previously exploring a possible bid.
Frasers Group owns a stake in Boohoo which, in turn, owns a stake in Revolution Beauty – meaning Frasers Group already owns a small chunk of Revolution Beauty.
As part of its attempt to turn the low cost make-up firm around, Revolution Beauty said it would look to raise about £15m by issuing new shares.
The cosmetics company reportedly rejected a takeover bid from specialist private equity firm True earlier this month.
Chairman Iain McDonald said it was “a great brand, but the business has lost its way”.
Revolution Beauty
Adam Minto (L) and Tom Allsworth (R) founded Revolution Beauty more than 10 years ago
While Revolution Beauty sells its products through retailers such as Superdrug and Boots and online fashion websites including ASOS, it also has a strong presence on social media and worked with influencers and Love Island contestants in the past.
Retail analyst Jonathan De Mello said the brand was “in vogue” a few years ago but increased competition and rising costs, with consumers on tight budgets, meant its popularity waned.
However, a turnaround of the business would also require reigniting celebrity endorsements and collaborations to “win those consumers back”, he said.
Mr Allsworth will return as the company’s chief executive, while Mr Minto will take on a consultancy role with a £160,000 per year salary.
The co-founders will be carrying out a “new and refreshed strategy for Revolution Beauty, with a view to returning it to long-term profitability”, the firm said.
Further cost savings are expected, which will include cutting staff to free up an extra £7.5m by 2027.
Mr Minto quit as chief executive in 2022 after accounting issues delayed Revolution’s 2022 results and its shares were suspended.
There were also allegations Mr Minto and Mr Allsworth had made personal loans to an employee and to distributors, which were not disclosed to the board.
Mr Minto agreed to pay Revolution nearly £3m to settle the issues.
News of the pair returning to the company was “a bit of a surprise”, said Mr De Mello.
“They are the people that essentially scaled up the business and made it the success it was.”
“They have a track record of building the brand.”
On Friday, the company revealed a 25.5% drop in sales over the last financial year, with revenues totalling £142.6m in the 12 months to 28 February.
It also reported a pre-tax loss of £16.8m from an £11.4m profit the previous year.
Mr McDonald said: “We are confident that with a return to the founder-led management team who originally scaled the brand, there is a clear path back to growth and long-term value creation.”
Revolution Beauty’s share price rose 10.4% following the announcement.
Leigh-Anne Pinnock has never been one to shy away from speaking her mind, and her latest interaction on social media is proof of that. The former Little Mix star recently posted a clip of herself dancing to her own music, only for a follower to leave a baffling comment under the video. Instead of acknowledging Leigh-Anne, the user wrote, “Go Manon go,” referring to Manon, a member of the girl group KATSEYE.
For many celebrities, a quick delete or a silent scroll might have been the easy way out. But Leigh-Anne chose to highlight the comment with a sharp and succinct reply, “So we all look the same? Groundbreaking.” Her words struck a nerve online, with fans flooding Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok to rally behind her. Many praised the star for confronting a microaggression that is all too common, noting that women of colour are often casually mistaken for each other despite having distinct identities.
The response quickly spread across fan forums and news outlets, where users dissected both the initial comment and Leigh-Anne’s reaction. Supporters agreed that the clapback was not only witty but necessary, sparking wider conversations about casual racism in pop culture and how online spaces often magnify it. “This is why Leigh-Anne is a queen,” one fan wrote on X. Another echoed: “She didn’t just defend herself; she defended every woman who’s tired of being reduced to a stereotype.”
While KATSEYE’s Manon has not commented on the mix-up, many pointed out that the remark was less about her and more about dismissing Leigh-Anne’s individuality. Pinnock, who has spent the past year balancing music projects and family life after the birth of her twins, didn’t appear too rattled by the confusion. If anything, her sharp reply reminded fans why she remains such a relatable online presence. Supporters flooded her post with laughing emojis and praise for speaking up, with one writing: “Leigh-Anne always gets the last word.”
It’s not the first time she has tackled comparisons, but this latest moment shows she’s as quick-witted as ever, proving that even when the internet gets it wrong, she knows exactly how to turn it into her own win.
Apple is reportedly rethinking the design of its Camera Control button for the upcoming iPhone 18. Recent rumors suggested the company might remove the button entirely, but the leaker claims that Apple instead plans to simplify the component to lower costs.
According to the leaks, the Camera Control button remains in trial production for the iPhone 18 series. However, Apple is said to be dropping the dual-sensor setup and relying solely on pressure sensitivity. This adjustment would eliminate the capacitive sensor, which currently works alongside pressure sensors on iPhone 16 models.
On the iPhone 16, the button combines capacitive and pressure sensing beneath a sapphire crystal layer. The capacitive system detects gestures, while the pressure sensors respond to taps, presses, and swipes. With the revised design, pressure sensors alone will handle all input methods.
This approach resembles solutions seen on smartphones like the OPPO X8 Ultra and vivo X200 Ultra. Their pressure-based buttons can distinguish between light taps, firm presses, and sliding motions without additional layers.
The leaker emphasized that Apple’s motivation is financial. The current camera control button is considered expensive to manufacture and contributes to costly after-sales repairs. Internal cost pressures, combined with delayed AI-powered Visual Intelligence features, reportedly pushed Apple to simplify the hardware for the iPhone 18.
NEW DELHI (Reuters) -Amazon is lobbying the Indian government to ease its foreign investment rules to allow the U.S. company to buy products directly from Indian sellers to sell in overseas markets, four people with direct knowledge of the matter said.
India currently prohibits companies like Amazon and Walmart from stocking and selling goods directly to consumers, allowing them only to operate an e-commerce marketplace to connect buyers and sellers for a fee. The restrictions, which aim to protect small retailers, also apply to exports.
Amazon executives asked the Indian Commerce Ministry in a meeting on Thursday to exempt exports from the policy – which would allow Amazon India to buy the goods itself from sellers to sell to international customers, the four sources said.
The policy restrictions that Amazon and Walmart face have for years been a sore point between New Delhi and Washington, which are also currently struggling to strike a trade deal.
Three industry groups backing small retailers opposed any more easing of restrictions for Amazon and Walmart’s Flipkart – which also attended the meeting, the sources added.
The retailer groups reiterated their long-standing concerns that Amazon and Flipkart have hurt small Indian retailers for years by favouring select big sellers online, and offering discounts, which hurt smaller businesses.
The U.S. companies have always maintained they comply with Indian laws. On Friday, Amazon India and Flipkart did not respond to Reuters queries.
India’s Commerce Ministry did not immediately respond to Reuters queries.
Amazon said in December it helped to generate $13 billion in cumulative exports for sellers from India since 2015, and plans to take that to $80 billion in total by 2030.
Amazon and Flipkart are leading players in India’s e-commerce market, which was estimated to be worth $125 billion in 2024 and is set to top $345 billion by 2030, according to India Brand Equity Foundation.
Amazon said during Thursday’s meeting that exempting exports from the rules would benefit small sellers as the company could help to facilitate customs clearance processes, giving sellers greater access to international markets, three of the sources said.
“It was a heated meeting … the small traders and their supporters opposed it saying they wanted no concession for foreign e-commerce players,” said one of the four sources, who attended the meeting.
The internal government agenda of the meeting, seen by Reuters, shows New Delhi has not yet reached a decision.
The document said the government wants to ensure that any changes to the policy to exempt exports will not allow foreign e-commerce companies to “engage in direct sale of listed goods/products to Indian consumers”, which would hit small retailers.
Any changes to the policy should “ensure sufficient demarcation between the goods/products meant only for exports and other … meant for sale to Indian consumers,” the government document said.
(Reporting by Aditya Kalra and Aftab Ahmed. Editing by Jane Merriman)
Parker Posey, the guest on this episode of The Hollywood Reporter’s Awards Chatter podcast, is one of the most admired actresses of her generation. She made her name in American independent films of the 1990s — the Sundance Film Festival was essentially her second home — including 1993’s Dazed and Confused, 1995’s Party Girl and Kicking and Screaming, 1996’s The Daytrippers and 1997’s The House of Yes, as well as a quartet of mockumentaries from Christopher Guest, among them 1996’s Waiting for Guffman and 2000’s Best in Show.
But despite a stunningly prolific output over four decades, never did she find herself more at the center of the cultural conversation than she did earlier this year as a part of the third season of Mike White’s HBO drama series The White Lotus, on which she played Victoria Ratliff, a wealthy self-medicating Southern woman on vacation in Thailand with her financier husband and their three kids — and for which she is currently nominated for the best supporting actress in a drama series Emmy Award.
Often likened to Katharine Hepburn, in the sense that she is totally unlike anyone else, seems totally comfortable in her own skin and moves seamlessly between comedy and drama, Posey has been described by the San Francisco Chronicle, in 1997, as “the first actress to emerge as a household name on the basis of independent films”; by Time magazine, in 1997, as the “queen of the indies”; and by The New Yorker, in 2012, as “the greatest character actress of the last few decades.”
In 2002, just as the indie film boom from which she emerged began to wane, Film Comment declared: “more than anyone else, Parker Posey embodied independent film itself … Posey was ultimately a stand-in for the indie filmmakers who conjured her, and in so doing, flattered themselves — directors who imagined that they, like Posey, were creatures of the demimonde, just waiting for the world to understand their inordinate fabulousness.”
Over the course of a freewheeling conversation at the Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles, the 56-year-old reflected on how she came to be so associated with indie films, and the personal and professional rewards and challenges that she experienced as a result; what it was like for her, after the indie boom, when she began dabbling in studio films (such as 1998’s You’ve Got Mail, 2000’s Scream 3, 2001’s Josie and the Pussycats, 2004’s Blade: Trinity and 2006’s Superman Returns) and television (including a memorable stint on FX’s Louie); what she read between the lines of White’s script, as far as why Victoria Ratliff is the way she is; plus much more.
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