Author: Junior

Dogs in ancient Egypt played a paramount role in their owners’ lives. They were guards, pets, and symbols of the gods. The dog was then, as now, man’s best friend. Like their modern counterparts, dogs in ancient Egypt were considered “man’s best friend”. This is unsurprising as the dog was the first domesticated animal, living by man’s side since ca. 23,000 BCE. The ancient Egyptians recognized their versatile role, using the faithful canine as a watchdog, a helper during the hunt, or as a household pet. The human-dog bond extended beyond this world into the afterlife. Mummified dogs were buried…

There tend to be specific roles that seem almost destined to be played by certain actors. And after a while, it becomes almost impossible to picture anybody else taking over that particular character. Margot Robbie’s Harley Quinn is one such character. Harley Quinn from DC Comics The last time DC fans saw the Babylon actress play Joker’s partner in crime was back in 2021 in James Gunn’s The Suicide Squad. Presently, it’s hard to say just when she’d return to the big screens to depict the character again. But it looks like some DC fans (who are most likely BBT nerds as well)…

The Suicide Squad actress revealed her favourite piece of movie memorabilia actually has a practical purpose too. Margot Robbie, 32, has now played the anti-hero Harley Quinn in three separate films, but one prop manages to connect them all. Harley’s notorious weapon of choice, a baseball bat, now sits next to her bed as she told Express.co.uk. Last month, Margot Robbie became one of the youngest actors honoured through a BAFTA’s Life In Pictures event. At the London event, Margot told Express.co.uk and other outlets some of the behind-the-scenes highlights of her career, from Neighbours to Barbie and beyond. When asked if she had ever taken…

Netizens are convinced that the person in Taeyang’s Instagram photo is Jimin. On an online community forum, netizens discussed the recent photo uploaded by Big Bang’s Taeyang. In the post with two photos, two people hang out inside a recording studio, with Taeyang allegedly on the left. Netizens are asserting that the other person, most likely on the right, is BTS’s Jimin. As previously announced, reports are circulating that BTS’s Jimin is featuring in Taeyang’s upcoming album. Given this information, netizens are hoping that their collaboration will be out soon. Some reactions include: “I SEE JIMIN’s HAND” “I zoomed in to see and that’s Jimin’s hand…

BLINKs are ready to support BLACKPINK’s new hoobaes! On December 30, YG Entertainment announced they would be debuting a new seven-member girl group, their first since BLACKPINK‘s debut in 2016. The first teaser was a single image with the seven members’ silhouettes and text labeling the group as YG Entertainment’s “next movement.” As promised, more information about the group was released at the start of the New Year, with a teaser video giving fans their first look at the new rookie group. Previously, netizens caught quick glimpses of the members coming and going from the YG Entertainment building but could only theorize that…

After his run as Hobbs in the Fast and Furious franchise, a behind-the-scenes feud is bringing an end to Johnson’s tenure in the main franchise. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has enjoyed a greatly diversified career. Having started in sports before moving his way into film and television, “The Rock” has earned his name as a full-fledged action star and Hollywood A-lister. After enjoying a diverse career as a footballer, wrestler, and actor, Johnson famously starred in the Fast and Furious film franchise alongside the likes of Paul Walker, Vin Diesel, and Michelle Rodriguez. Spanning the course of ten action-packed films, the Fast and Furious franchise centered most…

Liverpool are 15 points adrift of Premier League leaders Arsenal, but Virgil van Dijk is refusing to give up hope that Jurgen Klopp’s side could turn things around Virgil van Dijk believes Liverpool could still overhaul Arsenal to win the Premier League, despite being 15 points behind the runaway leaders. Liverpool are sixth in the Premier League going into their next match against Brentford on Monday. Jurgen Klopp’s side have picked up just 28 points from their opening 16 matches and are way behind the Gunners, who have lost only once all season. That chasm does not phase Van Dijk, however. He has been fired up by Netherlands’ quarter-final penalties defeat by Argentina at the World…

Pep Guardiola has alarmed Manchester City supporters by suggesting a contract is ‘just a piece of paper’ following Saturday’s 1-1 draw with Everton. City dropped points at home again despite taking the lead through Erling Haaland’s 21st goal of the season. Demarai Gray equalised for the struggling Toffees with a sublime solo effort midway through the second half to ensure the points were shared. A draw was less than ideal for City, who watched Premier League leaders Arsenal move seven points clear at the top with a 4-2 win over Brighton later on Saturday. For the first time in his career at…

Rio Ferdinand has defended Cristiano Ronaldo following his move to Saudi Arabia club Al-Nassr, comparing the switch to the swansongs enjoyed by former Manchester United stars Wayne Rooney and David Beckham in the United States. Ronaldo confirmed his move to the Saudi Arabian side on a sensational £175million-a-year contract on Friday following his tumultuous exit from Manchester United in November. Ronaldo, 37, had been a free agent after leaving United in the wake of his damning and controversial interview with Piers Morgan, with fans now flocking to social media to claim he is ‘so done’ after moving to the Middle East. Cristiano Ronaldo has officially moved to play…

Paris Saint-Germain striker Kylian Mbappe reacts after their Ligue 1 loss to Lens at Stade Bollaert-Delelis in Lens, France, January 1, 2023 Only two weeks after falling short of victory despite a record-breaking hat-trick in the World Cup final, French sensation Kylian Mbappe returned to action with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), looking to get over his Qatar heartache with an early comeback. However, things did not turn out to be any different with club football as the 24-year-old, the Golden Boot winner in last month’s showpiece event, found himself on the losing side again. Facing a water-tight defensive line, Mbappe struggled to…

Graeme Souness is still backing Manchester City in this year’s Premier League title race despite them being seven points behind Arsenal, pointing to their ‘inner belief’ as a key factor. The Gunners have been in excellent form this season and dropped just five points, but there have been concerns about the depth and experience among Mikel Arteta’s young squad as the season progresses. They beat a strong Brighton side in their last game, but there were nervy moments as they gave up two three-goal leads. Arsenal beat Brighton 4-2 to go seven points clear at the top of the Premier  league Despite this, Graeme…

Casemiro has heaped praise on his Manchester United teammate Marcus Rashford, as he admitted being ‘really surprised’ by the striker. Rashford has been in excellent form for United so far this season, scoring 11 goals in 22 games across all competitions. It has been Casemiro that has received the most plaudits, though, with fans labelling him the best defensive midfielder in the world after his recent performance against Nottingham Forest. Marcus Rashford has scored 11 goals across all competitions for Man United this season Casemiro has admitted being ‘really surprised’ by Rashford since joining United The Brazilian has been thoroughly impressed by Rashford in…

As Ezra Miller’s portrayal of the Flash is poised to end as the new DCU takes center stage, many talented actors could replace him as the Scarlet Speedster. Although The Flash is an intriguing movie due to its Multiversal connections, a good chunk of the conversation surrounding the movie has been about the controversies of Miller in the past months. As a result, DC fans have revealed their favorite replacement actors for Miller amid a rumor that Warner Bros. already has someone in mind. Given that newly-assigned DC Studios co-CEOs James Gunn and Peter Safran are set to introduce a new wave of Justice League actors into the mix, the dilemma of…

Cristiano Ronaldo’s European football career ended after the former Manchester United and Real Madrid star signed with Saudi Arabia-based club Al-Nassr on Friday.  After Al-Nassr officially announced the signing, there was no shortage of football fans and pundits using Paris Saint-Germain’s Lionel Messi to take a dig at the Portuguese forward; one of them was Jamie Carragher. Carragher stated there’s a level of sadness on his part knowing how the situation ended at Manchester United after speaking with Piers Morgan, then seeing Lionel Messi winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup.  “It’s a sad end for him isn’t it,” Carragher said…

Erling Haaland should have been shown a red card in the first half of Manchester City’s New Year’s Eve clash with Everton, according to some social media users. The Norwegian goal-machine nabbed yet another for his season’s tally in the 24th minute, but 20 minutes later, he was issued with a yellow card for a reckless foul. Haaland, 22, was cautioned after a sliding tackle with two feet off the ground, which left Toffees defender Vitalii Mykolenko on the floor. Some feel Erling Haaland should have seen a red card for his tackle on Vitalii Mykolenko And on social media, some fans watching…

After Ben Affleck & Henry Cavill, Dwayne Johnson is also in talks to enter the Marvel Universe Dwayne Johnson’s Ticket To Enter Marvel Universe Has Ryan Reynolds’ Name On It ( Photo Credit – Facebook ; Wikimedia ) DC has been going through some turmoil and the fans have been lashing out at the new Co-CEOs James Gunn and Peter Safran for making drastic changes. However, in the meantime, there have been quite a few rumours that Ben Affleck and Henry Cavill are planning to tie up with the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Now, reports are rife that Dwayne Johnson who…

SUPPORTERS have been left torn after a fan created and revealed “Super Ballon d’Or” rankings for the last 32 years. The accolade has only ever been given out once in the history of the game. Lionel Messi has come top of a new list ranking the ‘Super Ballon d’Or’ The list will also settle the GOAT debate between Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo Real Madrid legend Alfredo Di Stefano received it in 1989 to mark the 30th anniversary of France Football magazine. It was that outlet that announced the winner, which only players from Europe were eligible to win. Argentinian Di Stefano…

Jude Bellingham and his father reportedly seem to have a difference in opinion over which club the Borussia Dortmund and England midfielder should join next. Ahead of what looks like being one of the major transfer news stories of summer 2023, it seems there is a difference of opinion within the Bellingham family over whether he should go to Liverpool, or to one of Manchester City or Real Madrid. According to Football Insider, Bellingham’s father seems to be leaning towards his son making the move to Anfield, whereas the player himself is said to have had his head turned by interest from Man…

Luke Shaw has hailed Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag from bringing a sense of discipline back to the club. Despite his goalscoring form, Marcus Rashford was not named in the Dutchman’s starting eleven for United game against Wolves on Saturday. Ten Hag would later cite ‘internal discipline’ as his justification for leaving the England international on the bench at Molineux, with Rashford entering the game in the second half before scoring to secure a 1-0 victory. Luke Shaw has credited Erik ten Hag with stopping players getting away with ‘silly little things Rashford later explained that discipline his manager referred to came after he was absent from…

PEP GUARDIOLA said he would allow his players a glass of champagne on New Year’s Eve to mark the end of another successful year. Yet the bubbly may have tasted a little flat for the Manchester City players. Gray’s equaliser has dented City’s bid to retain their Prem title The winger caught City on the break Gray’s strike cancelled out Haaland’s equaliser The 22-year-old scored his 21st league goal of the season For the second successive home league game – albeit seven weeks apart – they have dropped crucial points at their fortress Etihad. And it means they have it all to…

Manchester United moved up to fourth place in the Premier League with a 1-0 win over Wolves on Saturday but Antony’s performance has been heavily criticised by Stuart Pearce Manchester United star Antony has been slammed for his irritating behaviour during the team’s narrow win over Wolves on Saturday. United picked up a 1-0 victory at Molineux thanks to Marcus Rashford ’s solo effort in the second half. Rashford started the match on the substitutes’ bench after Erik ten Hag disciplined him for arriving late for a team meeting, but came up trumps in the 76th minute. It was a tight game at Molineux, with the attack of Anthony…

Lionel Messi won four trophies in 2022 – including the World Cup – and has thanked his “wonderful family” and “friends” for their support during his glittering career Lionel Messi has called 2022 a “year I will never forget” after finally winning the World Cup with his beloved Argentina. The Paris Saint-Germain forward, 35, led his country to a memorable victory against France in Qatar on December 18. He scored twice in the final – a 3-3 draw – before Emiliano Martinez’s heroics in the penalty shootout secured Argentina’s third World Cup. That competition was the one honour that evaded Messi during his career after losing the 2014…

Erling Haaland should have been shown a red card in the first half of Manchester City’s New Year’s Eve clash with Everton, according to some social media users. The Norwegian goal-machine nabbed yet another for his season’s tally in the 24th minute, but 20 minutes later, he was issued with a yellow card for a reckless foul. Haaland, 22, was cautioned after a sliding tackle with two feet off the ground, which left Toffees defender Vitalii Mykolenko on the floor. Some feel Erling Haaland should have seen a red card for his tackle on Vitalii Mykolenko And on social media, some fans watching…

Erik ten Hag has claimed Marcus Rashford showed ‘the right reaction’ after being dropped for Man United’s clash with Wolves. The England international came off the bench at half-time in the Premier League affair and scored the only goal of the game shortly after with a well-taken finish. Having begun the afternoon on the bench for ‘internal disciplinary’ reasons, ten Hag was quick to praise the response shown by the United forward. Marcus Rashford came off the bench to score the winner in Manchester United’s trip to Wolves Erik ten Hag (R) praised the reaction from his star forward after he was dropped to the…