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Shamima Begum shuns niqab for western look

IN a bid to return back to Britain, Shamima Begum, who left her home in east London to join Daesh (Islamic State group), shunned her niqab and headscarves for a fashionable western look by wearing casual clothes and shades.

She is fighting to return to the UK as her lawyers have challenged the decision of stripping her of her British citizenship. Last month, the Supreme Court ruled that Begum can't return to the UK and appeal against the removal of her citizenship in 2019.


She along with few other women, trying to return back, are now stranded in the Roj camp for Daesh supporters in north-east Syria.

Begum, from Bethnal Green, east London was 15 when she ran away with other two schoolgirls to Syria and later married a Dutch Jihadi in 2015. When she was traced, Begum was widowed and had lost two children, also her third child died after birth.

Roj camp manager Nora Abdo told the Daily Telegraph that Begum and other Daesh women regret their crimes and want to return home.

Her lawyer Tasnime Akunjee and sculptor Sir Anish Kapoor, who created the Orbit tower for the 2012 London Olympics, call Britain’s treatment of Begum as racist and her being made a "tragic scapegoat of a punitive unforgiving government intent on harsh retribution".

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War elevates Pakistan army’s public standing

POPULAR support has surged for Pakistan’s army chief General Asim Munir, the most powerful man in the country, after the worst conflict in decades with India, shattering criticism of interference in politics and harshly cracking down on opponents.

A grateful government gave him a rare promotion last week to field marshal “in recognition of the strategic brilliance and courageous leadership that ensured national security and decisively defeated the enemy”.

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AbRam Khan Celebrates 12th Birthday with Gauri and Suhana

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AbRam Khan turned 12 on 27 May, and the occasion was celebrated in a quiet, close-knit gathering at Mumbai’s NMACC Arts Café. Hosted by his mother Gauri Khan and sister Suhana, the celebration was simple, personal, and full of warmth. Though the Khan family is often seen together during major public moments, this time, Shah Rukh Khan and eldest son Aryan were noticeably absent, a detail that didn’t go unnoticed by fans online.

The celebration video, shared by the NMACC’s official Instagram account, opened with AbRam walking in alongside Suhana, both looking casual and cheerful. Suhana chose a breezy printed dress, while AbRam wore a relaxed blue tee. Gauri, who designed the café, appeared in a chic white blazer and trousers.

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On Tuesday, June 3, Nottingham Playhouse will host the premiere of Songs of the Bulbul, a deeply evocative new dance work created by internationally renowned artist Aakash Odedra. This compelling performance combines ancient Sufi storytelling with contemporary dance, offering audiences a moving exploration of captivity and liberation through the powerful medium of movement and music. Set in the vibrant cultural heart of Nottingham, this production promises a unique and immersive theatrical experience, showcasing a blend of classical and modern artistic traditions that will captivate both dance enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

Inspired by the ancient Sufi myth of the bulbul—a songbird captured and held in captivity—Songs of the Bulbul tells a timeless tale of confinement, yearning, and spiritual freedom. In Sufi tradition, the bulbul often symbolises the soul’s longing for union with the divine, trapped within the material world. This metaphor is brought to life on stage through the exquisite choreography of Rani Khanam, a master of Kathak dance, and the innovative musical compositions of Rushil Ranjan. Together with Aakash Odedra’s visionary direction and performance, the piece weaves a narrative that is at once personal and universal, reflecting themes of restriction and the human spirit’s relentless pursuit of freedom.

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Russell Brand, once a regular on TV screens and now a high-profile online figure, appeared in a London court on Friday and denied all allegations of rape and sexual assault. The case, involving accusations from four different women, will now move towards a trial scheduled for 3 June 2026.

The 49-year-old, known for his past work in comedy and film, as well as for his recent outspoken online presence, faces five charges: one of rape, one of oral rape, two of sexual assaults, and one of indecent assault. The alleged incidents happened between 1999 and 2005, a time when Brand was climbing the ladder in Britain’s entertainment industry.

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Victoria Beckham has shared insights into her forthcoming Netflix docuseries, which promises an unfiltered look into her personal and professional life. The series aims to provide a "warts-and-all insight into the blood, sweat and literal tears" involved in managing her fashion empire, which she launched in 2008.

Speaking to Bloomberg, Beckham acknowledged she has relinquished control over the final product, stating, "To be completely honest, I am in the hands of the editor now." She also expressed uncertainty about viewing the emotional scenes herself, adding, "There are tears. And it did occur to me the other day, what am I going to think when I see those tears on a huge screen? Or on an iPhone?"

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