I have always dreamed of making art, particularly self-portrait photography in a place where it can exist freely. A place where I do not have to think twice or prepare my defence before I even begin making art. Back home, art was never just art. Or is it here in Glasgow, where I am allowed to create but never fully allowed to relax and create freely? But that doesn’t stop me from making art, even when it hides or trembles.
Ben Affleck was joined by some recognisable faces in his star-studded new Super Bowl ad Dunkin'One of the most talked-about celebrity ads from the 2026 Super Bowl saw Ben Affleck taking us all back to the 90s for his latest Dunkin’ Donuts campaign. And hey, what 90s throwback is complete without a Friends nod? In the minute-long advert, dubbed Good Will Dunkin’, Ben shares the screen with some of 90s TV’s most recognisable faces, including The Fresh Prince’s Alfonso Ribeiro, Seinfeld’s Jason Alexander and Joey Tribbiani himself, Matt LeBlanc. AdvertisementAfter trying out Joey’s “how you doin’?” catchphrase – with mixed success – the Friends references just keep on coming, with Ben’s “girlfriend” Jennifer Aniston stopping by in denim overalls. Check out the full advert for yourself below:This isn’t the first time in recent memory that two Friends icons have come together for a Super Bowl ad.
The detailsIn a bold move, Seahawks general manager John Schneider traded away Russell Wilson, the team's longtime starting quarterback who had led them to a Super Bowl victory. Four years ago, the Seahawks traded away Russell Wilson. This past season, the Seahawks won their second Super Bowl championship. The players John Schneider The general manager of the Seattle Seahawks who made the decision to trade away Russell Wilson. Russell Wilson The star quarterback who led the Seahawks to their first Super Bowl title 12 years ago, but was later traded away by the team.
Mohammadi was arrested in December at a memorial in Mashhad for Khosrow Alikordi, a 46-year-old local lawyer and human rights advocate. The Narges Mohammadi Foundation said she had been on a week-long hunger strike that ended on Sunday because her health had deteriorated. “Her continued detention is life threatening and a violation of human rights laws,” the foundation said. Mohammadi is a deputy director of the Defenders of Human Rights Center and a long-time campaigner against capital punishment and corruption. Lawyers and rights monitors will seek court documents and clarifications on how the Mashhad verdict interacts with Mohammadi’s existing sentences.
Meet Your Captain - PhoebeA recent Forbes feature examines how AI and automation are exposing weaknesses in online training and certification systems. CALGARY, ALBERTA, CANADA, February 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Cognisense was recently featured in Forbes in an article examining how weaknesses in online training and certification systems are being exposed by automation and artificial intelligence. The article, “Meet Your Captain, Phoebe,” explores how a nine-year-old pug named Phoebe was able to obtain more than 250 professional certifications online without meaningful identity or participation verification. Read the full Forbes article here:https://www.forbes.com/sites/dereknewton/2026/02/07/meet-your-captain-phoebe/Additional context on the work featured in the article is available at:https://www.cognisense360.com/executive-briefs/when-forbes-noticesAbout CognisenseCognisense works with organizations to assess and strengthen the integrity of online training, certification, and credentialing programs. Its services include assurance audits, training integrity evaluations, and advisory support focused on audit readiness, defensibility, and risk awareness in regulated environments.
Real wedding takes place at Super Bowl halftime showA couple actually got married during Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime performance. According to The Associated Press, the couple had invited Bad Bunny to their wedding, and he instead invited them to be married live during his performance, even serving as a witness and signing their marriage certificate.
On Sunday, Green Day opened up Super Bowl LX at Levi Stadium with a performance of several songs — but missing were the most political lyrics from some of the tracks. They later launched into “American Idiot,” the title track of the same album on which “Holiday” featured. Former Super Bowl MVPs joined the band on stage and stood as Armstrong and his band finished up their set. They also sang “Boulevard of Broken Dreams from the “American Idiot” album. The band have regularly criticized the Trump administration while on their recent Saviors Tour before their Super Bowl performance.
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Deadline Looms for Nancy Guthrie Search, Vonn Stable After Leg Fracture, Reviews of Super Bowl Ads and moreFeb 9, 2026The desperate search for Nancy Guthrie continues, with a ransom deadline set for 5pm Monday. Ghislaine Maxwell appears for a virtual deposition by House Oversight Committee. Lindsey Vonn is in “stable condition” after undergoing surgery to treat a fracture in her left leg following her crash in the downhill final on Sunday. Jury selection starts today for father of Appalachee HS shooter in Georgia. Plus, reviews of the Super Bowl Half-Time Show and Ads.
Social media users sure thought the Obama Foundation may have thrown some subtle, yet pointed, shade at President Donald Trump and his MAGA supporters ahead of Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show on Sunday. The foundation shared a montage video on X, formerly Twitter, featuring Bad Bunny songs that former President Barack Obama has included on his annual favorite songs lists over the years. Advertisement AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementThe clip ended by wishing viewers a “Happy Benito Bowl!”But it was the caption that really set social media alight. “From one natural-born US citizen to another, have a great Benito Bowl!” it read. Meanwhile, Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny, real name Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, faced baseless claims from some on the political right questioning whether he was “really” American ahead of his halftime performance.
Kroger has named former Walmart executive Greg Foran as its CEO, capping a year-long search following the departure of Rodney McMullen last March. Foran was the CEO of Air New Zealand for about five years until October 2025. Between 2014 and 2019, he was the president and CEO of Walmart's US operations. At Walmart, Foran was credited for turning around its US business as he managed more than 4,600 stores, while helping build its digital business by introducing online ordering and pickup. 'Focus On Digital Growth'"(We) believe he (Foran) brings instant credibility to Kroger after his demonstrated success turning around Walmart US store operations," Evercore ISI analyst Michael Montani said.
Like the conspiracy theory about socialism, the Great Replacement theory has roots in the nation’s past. New York Times, February 12, 1950, p. 5. Boston Globe, February 12, 1950, p. C29. Boston Globe, February 14, 1950, p. 12. New York Times, February 22, 1950, p. 28.
Narges Mohammadi received the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize for advocating women's rights and freedom. Supporters say Mohammadi has been on a hunger strike since Feb. 2 and ended it Sunday after her sentencing over her worsening health. She had been arrested in December at a ceremony honoring Khosrow Alikordi, a 46-year-old Iranian lawyer and human rights advocate who had been based in Mashhad. “They fear our atomic bomb, while we are not pursuing an atomic bomb. Our atomic bomb is the power to say no to the great powers.
A week after Nancy Guthrie was abducted from her Tucson home, investigators spent the weekend searching at least two residences as more details emerged about a ransom note. The frantic search comes as Nancy’s daughter, NBC News anchor Savannah Guthrie, issued a second video appeal to the kidnappers. Sources told The Times the ransom note felt credible because it included details about a specific damaged property and the placement of an accessory in the home. The Times has not reviewed the note, but sources said it sought millions of dollars for her return. Her son, Camron Guthrie, issued a video pleading with the kidnapper Thursday afternoon, around the time of the ransom letter’s first deadline.
Audi Abu Dhabi has unveiled its Ramadan 2026 campaign, bringing special pricing and ownership benefits across four of its most popular models – the A3, A5, A6 and Q5. For buyers seeking executive comfort and cutting-edge tech, the Audi A6 is available from AED 244,000, while the Audi Q5 SUV – known for its versatility and everyday usability – starts at AED 237,000. Beyond the attractive pricing, Audi Abu Dhabi is sweetening the deal with a comprehensive ownership package. All Ramadan offers include free first-year registration, a five-year unlimited mileage warranty, a five-year service plan, and five-year roadside assistance. ALSO READ: Volkswagen Abu Dhabi Announces Flexible Ramadan 2026 OffersThe Ramadan 2026 offers are available across Audi Abu Dhabi showrooms in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain for a limited time, giving customers a timely opportunity to drive home a new Audi with confidence and long-term support built in.
