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Selena Gomez marries Benny Blanco

Selena Gomez has married music producer and songwriter Benny Blanco, announcing the news in an Instagram post showing the couple kissing and embracing on a lawn.
“My wife in real life,” Blanco responded to the post Saturday by the Grammy- and Emmy-nominated performer. Gomez wore a white halter bridal dress with floral flourishes, and Blanco wore a tuxedo and bow tie, both custom-made by Ralph Lauren.
Gomez captioned her Instagram post “9.27.25” with two white heart emoji. Her and Blanco’s ethereal wedding photos were taken by photographer Petra Collins, who has worked with Gomez before.
Earlier, paparazzi had snapped other photos of a massive outdoor tent and other preparations in the Santa Barbara area.
Gomez’s wedding post has received upwards of 14.7 million likes in just 12 hours, with various celebrities and brands taking to its comments section to offer congratulations to the couple and wish them well. Singer Camila Cabello, actor Lily Collins and comedian Amy Schumer were among those who commented, along with the official accounts for “Only Murders in the Building,” the Hulu series in which Gomez stars, and Hulu itself. Rare Beauty, Gomez’s cosmetics company, also commented, writing, “so happy for you two.”
Blanco, 37, and Gomez, 33, met about a decade ago and got engaged at the end of last year. They worked together on the 2019 song “I Can’t Get Enough,” which also featured J Balvin and Tainy.
Among the songs he’s credited on as a writer and producer: Katy Perry’s “Teenage Dream,” “Circus” by Britney Spears and Maroon 5’s “Moves Like Jagger.”
Gomez, whose hits include “Calm Down,” “Good for You,” “Same Old Love” and “Come & Get It,” has been in the spotlight since she was a child. She appeared on “Barney and Friends” before breaking through as a teen star on the Disney Channel’s “Wizards of Waverly Place.”
She earned awards nominations in recent years for her ongoing role alongside Martin Short and Steve Martin in “Only Murders in the Building.” Gomez has a massive audience on social media with 417 million Instagram followers, the most for any woman on the platform.
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Prince Harry, Meghan Markle hint at new formula: ‘Less rigid’

Following Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s growing professional silence, an expert has come forward with her own hypothesis.
Emma Fabiani, the person responsible for running a Meghan Markle fanpage of over 850,000 readers is that expert in question.
Her chat about this happened with Express saw her talking about Prince Harry’s UK visit, and how that four-day packed tour might translate into a “period of lower visibility” now.
In her eyes its possibly a hint because “the Sussexes have been relatively quiet, and that usually indicates preparation.”
In regards to proof, “we’ll see if a new project or release arrives, but without forcing the timing,” she said.
However, that was not all, because Fabiani also addressed rumors of a possible royal reunion that sees Prince Harry closer to his father, professionally.
A big reason for this hypothesis is because Fabiani feels “on the possibility that Harry returns ‘part-time’ to the wider ‘functioning family,’ for now it is more an interpretation than a defined plan” and “it is an intentionally flexible formula, useful to keep doors open without rigid commitments.”
However, what’s pertinent to mention is that Prince Harry has never showcased interest in returning to royal duties full time, as of now.
That is why Fabiani added, “it’s an appealing idea, which many fans like, but there are no concrete signs in that direction. It remains more a hope than a plan already underway.”
Entertainment
Renee Rapp breaks silence on the success of ‘Bite Me’ album

Renee Rap just talked about her successful and rather defiant, UK Number one album, Bite Me.
It was an achievement that pleased her but didn’t really thrill her. Her old team was “very American, very grandiose.”
Doing a lightly hysterical, nasal impression of them from a chair in Universal’s London HQ, Renee began: “‘You’ve worked so hard and this is everything and oh my God and oh my God and if your younger self could see…’”
The 25-year-old then slapped her thighs as she rested her hands there and replied back to them: “We gotta pack it up. I’m not curing cancer.”
Renee has realized it’s better to be neutral about achievements, saying, “Those [successes] will never feel as high as making a record and I used to think that they would and they do not, and that’s OK,” she said before concluding with the words, “I was… pleased with it being No 1.”
Apart from her image as a musician who has impeccable vocals, with jazz tones and themes about love and messy gay relationships, she was a star years before her 2022 EP debut, Everything to Everyone, and the release of her full length 2023 album, Snow Angel.
Renee Rapp starred as the infamous Regina George, in Mean Girls on Broadway, a role that earned her a Queen Bee reputation.
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Arch-rivals Pakistan, India set for high-stakes Asia Cup 2025 final in Dubai

- All tickets sold out for Pak-India Asia Cup final.
- Dubai police issue strict rules ahead of final.
- Agha vows Pakistan’s best show in final.
The stage is set for the grandest showdown of Asian cricket as arch-rivals Pakistan and India face each other in the Asia Cup final for the very first time in the tournament’s history on Sunday.
This evening, the Dubai Sports City Stadium will be transformed into a cauldron of passion, pressure, and pride as the two most celebrated cricketing nations in the region battle for continental supremacy.
The stakes could not be higher, not only because of the glittering trophy at stake but also due to the political undertones and controversies that have marred the lead-up to the final.
The past two weeks have been a rollercoaster. India captain Suryakumar Yadav’s refusal to shake hands after a tense group-stage win and his political remarks at the prize distribution ceremony sparked uproar, drawing strong responses from Pakistan’s Haris Rauf and Sahibzada Farhan, whose gestures on the field fueled the fire.
While India have been in commanding form, winning both their Super Four matches convincingly, Pakistan clawed their way into the final with a nerve-jangling victory against Bangladesh, a result that has injected fresh belief and fire into their dressing room.
With Shaheen Shah Afridi rediscovering his rhythm, Haris Rauf’s pace threatening every batsman, and Salman Ali Agha’s leadership sparking renewed confidence, Pakistan suddenly look like a team capable of upsetting the odds.
Speaking at his pre-final press conference, Pakistan skipper Salman Ali Agha admitted the tension was palpable.
“When it comes to a title-decider, pressure is on both sides. You cannot say which team is better or has more chances. The team committing fewer mistakes will carry the day,” he said, urging his players to seize the moment. Salman emphasised that Pakistan have been saving their best for the ultimate clash.
“Now when we are this close to the title, we will put every ounce of effort into every department. Our batsmen have not shown their full potential yet, but this is the right time to regroup and rise to the occasion,” he added.
On the sensitive issue of Suryakumar Yadav’s conduct, Salman did not hold back.
“I have played cricket all my life. Even our elders say they have never seen captains refusing to shake hands. No matter how heated the contest, Pakistani and Indian captains always set an example in the past. This is against the spirit of the game.”
The Pakistan captain also dismissed the latest Indian media-driven controversy regarding the no-show for the traditional trophy photoshoot.
“That is up to them. We are here to play cricket and focus on the final. Whether they come or not, it changes nothing for us,” he asserted.
Statistically, Pakistan go in as underdogs. They have lost 12 of their 15 T20I encounters against India, a record that does not reflect the immense talent at their disposal. A victory would not only hand them the Asia Cup title but also serve as a symbolic redemption for years of heartbreak.
India, meanwhile, are facing fitness concerns. Abhishek Sharma and Hardik Pandya both limped off during the clash against Bangladesh, and though the team management has remained tight-lipped, their availability for the final remains doubtful. Without two of their key all-rounders, India’s balance could be disrupted at a crucial juncture.
Off the field, anticipation is at fever pitch. Organisers expect a near-capacity crowd for the final, the first of its kind in Dubai since the tournament began.
Tickets have been selling at a good speed, with fans from both nations flying in to witness what is being billed as one of the most significant Indo-Pak contests since the 2024 World Cup clash in New York.
Former players have also added fuel to the build-up. Legendary pacer Wasim Akram predicted a nail-biter:
“India may have the stronger record, but finals are about nerves. Pakistan’s bowling attack can dismantle any side on their day. If the batsmen hold their ground, I see them lifting the trophy.”
As the countdown to the 40 overs of destiny begins, the cricketing world is bracing for a contest where skill will meet nerves, and passion will meet history. One thing is certain on Sunday night, Dubai will not just host a cricket match; it will witness a spectacle for the ages.
Like Playing XIs:
Pakistan (likely): Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Hussain Talat, Mohammad Nawaz, Salman Agha (Capt), Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Haris (wk), Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed
India(likely): Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (Capt), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson (wk), Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah.
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