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2:55 PM ET, May 30, 2025

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New York Times:
On the Campaign Trail, Elon Musk Juggled Drugs and Family Drama  —  As Mr. Musk entered President Trump's orbit, his private life grew increasingly tumultuous and his drug use was more intense than previously known.  —  As Elon Musk became one of Donald J. Trump's closest allies last year …
Steve Helling / Daily Mail:
EXCLUSIVE: Gigi and Bella Hadid's stunning secret SISTER revealed as lookalike from humble beginnings  —  Bella and Gigi Hadid have a stunning secret half-sister who has become part of their inner circle after meeting for the first time less than two years ago.
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Charna Flam / People:
Gigi and Bella Hadid Introduce Their Half-Sister Aydan Nix: 'We've Cherished This Unexpected and Beautiful Addition to Our Family'  —  “We first connected in late 2023, and from that moment on, we've embraced Aydan with open arms,” Hadid shared  — Gigi and Bella Hadid announced on Thursday, May 29, that they have another sister
Discussion: Page Six, E! Online, UNILAD and HOLA!
Laura Snapes / The Guardian:
Taylor Swift buys back the rights to the master recordings of her first six albums  —  After her former label sold her catalogue in 2019, Swift embarked on her lucrative album rerecording project - but now owns the originals for the first time  —  Taylor Swift has bought back the master recordings …
Hannah Furness / Telegraph:
Prince William: ‘I want to bring about real change’  —  In a world exclusive, the Prince says he's leading the Duchy of Cornwall with a simple goal - improving people's lives … In a sunny field on the outskirts of Bath, there is a loud pop of a sparkling-wine cork.
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Dory Jackson / People:
Savannah Chrisley Speaks Out in First Interview Since Todd and Julie's Prison Release, Says Her Parents Are ‘in Shock’ (Exclusive)  —  Savannah, who is currently building up her many business endeavors amid her prison reform activism work, tells PEOPLE that her family is “ready” to “start getting back to normal life”
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Charna Flam / People:
Ant Anstead and Renée Zellweger Remain in a ‘Cherished Relationship’ amid ‘Disrespectful’ Reports They're Living Apart  —  Anstead's representative confirmed to PEOPLE that he is “spending the majority of his time working in the U.K.,” while Zellweger continues to film ‘Only Murders in the Building’ in New York City
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TMZ.com:
Taylor Swift Enjoys NYC Night Out With Dakota Johnson & Their Brothers  —  TAYLOR SWIFT GIRLS' NIGHT WITH DAKOTA IN NYC!!!  Plus A Side Of Bros🙄  —  SIBLING LOVE  —  Taylor Swift's keeping things low-key with Travis Kelce, so don't expect any double dates from her anytime soon …
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Leah Bitsky / Page Six:
Taylor Swift breaks cover for NYC dinner with A-lister pal at her go-to spot
Discussion: The US Sun and New York Post
NBC News:
Russell Brand pleads not guilty to rape and sexual assault charges  —  Detectives began investigating in 2023 after The Sunday Times newspaper and the British broadcaster Channel 4 first reported the allegations from four women.  —  LONDON — British comedian and actor Russell Brand pleaded …
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Mia O'Hare / Mirror:
Russell Brand arrives at court as he enters plea for rape and sexual assault charges
Gary Gerard Hamilton / The Independent:
Dolly Parton: ‘I just try to go on, because I know I have to’  —  'I truly believe I'm going to see him again someday,' the country legend says  —  Your support helps us to tell the story  —  From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing.
Discussion: Page Six, New York Post and Us Weekly
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Borys Kit / The Hollywood Reporter:
Ariana Grande to Star Opposite Ben Stiller, Robert De Niro in ‘Meet the Parents 4’  —  John Hamburg, who co-wrote all three prior films, penned the screenplay for the new installment and is set to direct the comedy for Universal.  —  Months after earning an Oscar nomination for her performance in Wicked …
TMZ.com:
Zion Williamson Sued For Raping, Kidnapping & Terrorizing Woman  —  ZION WILLIAMSON SUED ALLEGEDLY RAPED, KIDNAPPED & TERRORIZED EX  —  A woman claiming to be one of Zion Williamson's exes has filed a lawsuit against the NBA star ... alleging he raped, kidnapped and terrorized …
Tufayel Ahmed / Us Weekly:
Evangeline Lilly Shares Photos of Facial Injuries After Fainting, Falling Face-First Into Boulder  —  Evangeline Lilly is showing the extent of her facial injuries after fainting and hitting a boulder at the beach.  —  “I fainted at the beach.  And fell face-first into a boulder,” …
Riley Cardoza / Page Six:
Victoria and David Beckham's son Cruz chimes in on family drama with cryptic post  —  Cruz Beckham has entered the chat.  —  Victoria Beckham and David Beckham's youngest son shared a cryptic Instagram upload amid their ongoing family drama.  —  “It takes 43 muscles in your face to frown, and 17 to smile.
Discussion: People, Mirror, GB News and The Sun
Daily Mail:
EXCLUSIVE: Deborra-Lee Furness is being offered HUGE sums to spill Hollywood's open secrets about Hugh Jackman... but there's a bigger reason she's keeping quiet (for now!)  —  It reads like the plot of a Hollywood movie: a major actress marries a young, rising star, they become industry darlings …
Discussion: Page Six, SheKnows and Cosmopolitan
Daniel D'Addario / Variety:
Rosie O'Donnell on Romancing Miranda in ‘And Just Like That’ and Moving to Ireland to Escape Trump: ‘When Would It Be Safe to Come Back?’ … And just like that, Rosie O'Donnell has made a splashy return to comedy.  —  On the season premiere of “And Just Like That,” O'Donnell plays Mary …
Charlotte Walsh / People:
All About Princess Eugenie's 2 Kids, August and Ernest  —  Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank are proud parents to sons August and Ernest  —  Princess Eugenie may be royal, but she's a mom first.  —  Queen Elizabeth II's granddaughter shares sons August Philip Hawke Brooksbank, 3 …
Discussion: InStyle, HELLO! and GB News
Zara Woodcock / Mirror:
Justin Bieber slammed by concerned fans over photo with son during rural getaway  —  Justin Bieber has been enjoying a rural getaway, but concerned fans after sharing a picture of him lounging on a sofa with his son, Jack  —  Justin Bieber's fans shared their concerns when the Peaches singer shared …
 
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Scott Porter Reveals Whether He Will — Or Won't — Return for ‘Friday Night Lights’ Reboot (Exclusive)
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Yonhap / The Korea Times:
Prosecutors search K-pop powerhouse HYBE over allegations of fraudulent trading
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TMZ.com:
Sarah Silverman Enjoys Impromptu Kiss With Joy Behar on ‘The View’
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Gregg Sulkin & Model Freya Tidy Living Together, 2 Years After Michelle Randolph Split
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Brian Steinberg / Variety:
Major brands were replaced by direct-response advertisers during commercial breaks of CBS News' December 13 town hall with Erika Kirk, moderated by Bari Weiss

Mike Masnick / Techdirt:
How media coverage of Trump's AI EO overstated federal authority over states and overlooked how the order's interstate commerce argument could backfire

Will McCurdy / PCMag:
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