Members of Malaysia’s civil defence force hold a python believed to be 8 metres long and found on Penang island. GuardianMalaysia This article is more than 7 years oldPython caught in Malaysia could be the longest ever recordedThis article is more than 7 years oldLocal authorities say snake is estimated to be 8m long, beating the previous Guinness world record for a snake of the same species called Medusa Read More...
Back to the S**t, by Millie Jackson
Controversial R&B artist Jackson has released more than 20 albums since 1973. However, her explicit lyrics and lewd album covers have hindered mainstream acceptance. The worst album covers in the world ncG1vNJzZmivp6x7tbTEoKyaqpSerq96wqikaJmiqcBwvMicq66qlah8qrnAoJxoaFxtgnV%2Fi2ZoaWpgan12gZFwcGVoYGO1tbnL
The ObserverHandbagsVegan leather accessory, named-checked on new album Renaissance, reflects singer’s preference for endorsing black-owned brands
On the last track of her new album Renaissance, Beyoncé gives listeners a glimpse into her closet. Summer Renaissance details the usual designer labels – Versace, Balenciaga, Givenchy – but then comes a step change. “This Telfar bag imported,” she sings. “Birkins? Them shit’s in storage.”
The message? The Hermès Birkin – once such a mainstay of bluechip luxury – could be replaced by a brand with bags made from vegan leather, and much more affordable – up to $257 (£211) compared with the four figures (or more) for a Birkin. Read More...