Weekend Argus Saturday 2025-05-03

Oh, the irony. The happiest people on social media often have the darkest secrets, and the American Murder: Gabby Petito story is a brutal reminder of this fact. If you’ve heard the name Gabby Petito before, it’s likely because of the tragic, gut-wrenching story that’s still a topic of discussion across social media. Netflix’s docuseries shows that behind every picture-perfect post, there’s often more than meets the eye. It digs deep into the couple’s seemingly happy journey across the United States, with Petito and her fiancé Brian Laundrie posting their “van life” adventures online. What they didn’t show their followers, however, were the cracks in their relationship. Right from the start, the series pulls you into a real-life horror story, beginning with the bodycam footage of a police stop in…

Ben Affleck is in full furrow-browed golden retriever mode in The Accountant 2, a convoluted, overcomplicated follow-up to the 2016 action drama that, when it became an unexpected hit, seemed to bode well for the theatrical fortunes of original movies aimed at grown-up audiences attracted to violence and arcane techno-speak in equal measure. Those qualities are already wearing thin nearly 10 years later, when those same filmgoers might have to refresh their memories: What exactly is the backstory of Christian Wolff, Affleck’s autistic forensic accountant who helps bad guys launder their money while wheeling around in an Airstream-cum-armamentarium? Did he end up on good terms or not-so-good terms with Ray King and Marybeth Medina (J.K. Simmons, Cynthia Addai-Robinson respectively), of the US government’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network? Was…

In a startling revelation, actor Terrence Howard has shared his decision to turn down the opportunity to portray music legend Marvin Gaye in a prospective biopic, citing his discomfort with the singer’s rumoured homosexuality. In a candid conversation on Bill Maher’s Club Random podcast, the former Empire star went so far as to declare, “I would cut my lips off” if faced with the prospect of kissing a man, underscoring his deep-seated displeasure at stepping outside his comfort zone in a significant way. During the nearly two-hour discussion, Howard recounted a conversation with acclaimed producer Quincy Jones. “I was over at Quincy Jones’ house ... I’m asking Quincy, ‘I’m hearing rumours that Marvin was gay,’” Howard recalled, reflecting on the moment when Jones confirmed the singer’s sexual orientation. Despite Gaye’s…

Cosmetic procedures have become increasingly popular in the Western world, but many celebrities still cling to time-honoured beauty secrets and wellness hacks that yield impressive results without the need for surgical enhancements. From Victoria Beckham’s morning rituals to Zendaya’s make-up mastery, these unconventional beauty methodologies are being shared, offering fans accessible ways to achieve that coveted glow. Victoria Beckham Former Spice Girl turned fashion mogul, Victoria Beckham, recently shared her wellness hack through her Instagram Stories, showcasing her morning routine, which includes a couple of spoons of apple cider vinegar on an empty stomach. This simple yet effective method is a part of a broader wellness regime that she shares with her football legend husband, David Beckham. Together, they whip up nutrient-packed green smoothies filled with ingredients like spinach, broccoli,…

Food is truly the holy grail of wellness. From glowing skin to gut health, and even something as seemingly mundane as strong nails or luscious hair, what we eat plays a critical role in how we look and feel. In the world of nutrients, biotin, also known as vitamin B7, doesn’t always get the spotlight, but it should. Biotin is not only essential for maintaining healthy hair, skin, and nails, but it also supports energy production and metabolic health. For those looking to naturally boost their beauty and energy levels, let’s explore what biotin is, why it’s so vital, and five everyday foods that can help you meet your biotin needs. What is biotin, and why is it important? Biotin, part of the B-complex vitamins, is a water-soluble vitamin. This…

DURING a meeting at the Vatican in 2019 with South Sudanese leaders, a desperately frail Pope Francis dropped to his knees before the President of South Sudan, Salva Kiir, and other senior leaders. In an act of extraordinary humility, he kissed their shoes, pleading for peace and accord. In this historical moment, Catholicism stood tall and proud. Today violence is rising in South Sudan. Reflecting on this, political scientist and international relations expert Dr David Matsanga said: “The greatest gift Salva Kiir and Riek Machar can give to Pope Francis and history is peace, not in theory but in action… this is not a favour to the Vatican or the international community. It is a duty owed to the mothers, children, and generations of South Sudanese who have known only…