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Kremlin says the whole Middle East is 'on fire'

MOSCOW, April 6 (Reuters) - The Kremlin on Monday said that the Iran war ‌was escalating in both geography and economic ‌impact, and that the whole Middle East region was "on ​fire" due to the U.S. and Israeli attacks on the Islamic Republic.

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U.S. President Donald Trump, in an expletive-laden Easter Sunday social media ‌post, threatened to ⁠target Iran's power plants and bridges on Tuesday if the Strait of ⁠Hormuz is not reopened.

When asked by Reuters about Trump's remarks, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told ​reporters that ​Russia had seen ​them but that ‌the Kremlin preferred not to comment directly.

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"We note that the level of tension in the region is growing and continues to grow," Peskov said. "In fact, the entire region is on ‌fire. These are all ​very dangerous and negative consequences ​of the ​aggression that was unleashed against Iran."

"The ‌geography of this conflict ​has expanded, ​and now we are all aware of the consequences that we have, including very, ​very negative ‌consequences for the global economy."

(Reporting by Dmitry ​Antonov, Writing by Felix Light, Editing ​by Gleb Bryanski/Guy Faulconbridge)

Kremlin says the whole Middle East is 'on fire'

MOSCOW, April 6 (Reuters) - The Kremlin on Monday said that the Iran war ‌was escalating in both geography and economic ‌impact, and th...
When Did Fast Food at Weddings Get So Fancy?

It all started, as so many things do, with the middle school set. Fast food at formal events “got very hot, hot, hot a few years back,” says event planner Marcy Blum. “It came out of the bar/bat mitzvah scene.” Faced with the onerous task of menu selection, kids decided that steak tartare didn’t sound nearly as appealing as french fries and hot dogs.

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Eventually the millennials caught on. At weddings from Santa Barbara to Savannah (and even,if you were really fancy, abroad), it became obligatory to bring out silver trays of Big Macs or In-N-Out ­Double-Doubles for the afterparty. Lately, though, couples have been moving past the novelty humor of the $777 Taco Bell wedding package and leveling up their late night snack options. Not that they’re trading burgers for another round of filet mignon: Fast food staples remain the choice menu, except now those fries are coming from La Goulue, not Mickey D’s.

“It may be comfort food, but all the ingredients are fresh and high-quality,” says Alice Garretti, co-founder of Acquolina, the preferred caterer of fashion and art world parties. And at the same time that quality expectations are rising—even for something just to satisfy the midnight munchies—the desire for less fuss has been filtering into the main reception dinner menu. “A number of years ago, smokes and foams and essences were in vogue,” Garretti says. “Now people are steering away from anything that feels too fancy. They want the classics.”

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For a wedding at the New York Public Library, Acquolina, which is known for crafting extravagant edibles (like baked Alaskas that resemble the Sugar Plum Fairy’s candy palace), served mini-meatballs. At other events Acquolina has done dim sum carts or little hot dogs topped with caviar.

The caviar, by the way, is key.“You’re not just serving chicken nuggets, you’re doing Coqodaq,” Blum says, referring to the Korean fried chicken restaurant known for serving wings with Ossetra and Beluga. Some couples go bigger still, bringing beloved institutions like Katz’s Delicatessen to their weddings. “We built a food truck for them,” Blum recalls of one celebration, “but Katz’s brought the chefs and the rye bread.”

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The Mark Hotel in New York has a Jean-Georges “Haute Dog” cart that can be rolled out for weddings and events. (You don’t have to be getting married at the Mark to book it.) The wieners are made with organic chicken and grass-fed beef and topped with condiments like the chef’s signature kimchi relish. (For those who don’t have a party invite but are still hoping for a $6 bite, the original Haute Dog cart is generally parked outside the hotel’s 77th Street entrance.)

But chicken nuggets seem to be most popular at the moment. At the wedding of Carlin Smith and Charlie Corcoran, which opens this section, the couple requested that La Goulue, the Manhattan bistro that recently opened an outpost in Southampton, make the snacks for their afterparty. To be clear, nuggets are not on the restaurant’s regular menu. “Fun food adds to the party ambience,” says Blum.

She also points to another potential reason: GLP-1s. “The reality is, people aren’t actually ordering less,they just don’t eat nearly as much.” In that way fast food, particularly at an otherwise luxurious event—and topped with caviar—is in itself a form of conspicuous consumption.

Top: For $5,000 and up, the Mark’s Haute Dog cart will serve franks at your reception.

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Addison Rae‘s new Instagram photos show behind-the-scenes moments of her Coachella rehearsals. The “Thanksgiving” actor shared the tease of her “Fame & Glory Show” on April 11 and April 18. While she looked stunning in all the pictures, one standout snap was her in a striking swimsuit with polka dot details.

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The “Fame is a Gun” hitmaker shared photos on her social media, giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at her Coachella rehearsals. In one photo, she exuded perfect diva vibes as she posed in a blue swimsuit.

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Thebikinitop featured thin strings for a bold touch, while the intricate polka dot details added a playful vibe to the look. The top also featured a tie-up detail at the neckline. Meanwhile, the matching bottoms came with a tiny white ribbon bow.

She shared details of her Coachella show in the caption, leaving fans excited for her performance. Fans commented that they can’t wait for the show and showered her with praise in the comments section.

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Are Newspaper Engagement Announcements the One Wedding Trend That Has Real Staying Power?

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Anyone who thinks print is dead should talk to a weddings editor at theNew York Times. Or theWashington Postor theBoston Globeor any small-town chronicle, wherethe romance beat is alive and thriving. Even as wedding announcements, like other customs, have evolved to suit contemporary tastes, the demand for ink endures.

Which is perhaps not surprising given that we live in an era in which overexposure has become de rigueur, and everyone you know has an expensive wedding publicist on retainer. But as the just-the-facts announcements of yesteryear have been eclipsed by a new style of narrative-driven coverage, the newspaper weddings section has become one of the few remaining places that operates as something like a meritocracy: It’s about the story, not the status. And no, you still can’t buy your way in.

“I think there’s much more interest because of social media,” says event planner Marcy Blum, a 39-year veteran in the businesswho has seen trends come and go, sometimes twice over. “It’s not just about who reads theTimeson Sunday. Once it’s printed, then you see it on Insta­gram.” Given her clout and relationships in the industry, Blum says she’s often brazenly asked in advance by prospective clients if she can secure wedding-section coverage. She wields her influence with discretion. “The reason I’m friends with editors is because they know I won’t do that. I’ll only send them something that I think works for them, as well.”

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What exactly makes an ideal match for a weddings editor who is perennially drowning in submissions? “I’m always interested in stories that have a cinematic feel to them,” says one editor at a national publication. The focus has shifted dramatically, too, from social status and family lineage to the narrative of the romance.

Susanna Treacy and Nicholas Wiegand’s talemade the cut last December, when their Manhattan wedding was featured in theNew York Times’s “Mini Vows” section. “There’s a classic, Old New York feeling to the weddings section,” Treacy says. “Nick and I are old souls. A lot of it was a celebration of the city, and it would have made it come full circle to have it acknowledged.” She surmised that their chances were improved by using a wedding planner and photographer who had worked on earlier weddings published in theTimes. “I thought maybe we’d have a shot at it,” she says. Nonetheless, she followed the paper’s standard submissions guidelines and got the approval several days after the big event.

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“We say explicitly in the submission form that if you don’t hear from us within two weeks of your wedding, you can assume it hasn’t been selected,” the national editor says. That doesn’t always deter pushy types. “I’ll still hear from publicists representing more notable couples, ‘just checking in.’ ” Occasionally newlyweds ask what they might do to increase their odds, often phrasing their inquiries in ways nuanced enough to remain open to interpretation. However, the editor emphasizes, there’s absolutely no quid pro quo. “We have very strict standards.”

Placement can be bought, of course—in the form of an ad, like the one that ran in theBoston Globelast December, featuring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson styled as a newly engaged couple. The image was a publicity stunt for the forthcoming filmThe Drama, but it also underscored a lingering truth: Published wedding announcements still eclipse social media as the most coveted way to see—and be seen. “I’m going to custom-frame the print version and put it somewhere in our home,” Treacy says.

An Instagram post, after all, doesn’t hang on a wall.

Top: To promoteThe Drama, in which Zendaya and Robert Pattinson are a couple with premarital, well, drama, A24 took out a faux announcement in the Boston Globe.

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Meghan Markle’s Easter Clip Of Archie And Lilibet Sparks Backlash After Fans Notice “Sad” Detail

AsMeghan Markleshared glimpses of her family’s2026 Eastercelebration, the internet quickly began picking apart the footage overdetailsmany claimed didn’t add up.

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Thevideosposted on Sunday, April 5, on Meghan’s Instagram account featured the Duchess of Sussex and Prince Harry’s two young children,Prince ArchieandPrincess Lilibet, sparking a wave ofheated controversyover their appearance.

“When do we getproof of DNA?” one skeptic questioned, while another wrote, “Why arethey the same height?!!”

Meghan Markle’s Easter post was harshly slammed over “bizarre” and “sad” details involving Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet

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In the holiday post, Meghan Markle shared a series of rare, candid videos of the two children celebrating Easter at their Montecito home in California.

Though the children’s faces remained mostly hidden to maintain privacy, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet were seen racing through the grass in a garden, searching for eggs, followed by the family’s dogs in one clip.

In another, the 4-year-old girl, dressed in a knee-length light summer dress, was filmed walking across the lush green lawn wearing pink bunny ears while carrying a stuffed bunny toy.

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Other clips featured the child holding her egg-hunt basket as she walked alone through the garden.

Meanwhile, Archie was shown using a spinning Dinomazing Egg Decorator tool to paint stripes on an egg, with his sister seated beside him, decorating hers in the background.

Markle captioned the post, “Happy Easter!” and kept the comments turned off.

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However, while the post was intended to share the non-working royal’s family celebration, it did not sit well with viewers, as many questioned several details they noticed throughout the clips.

One major point of discussion was that the two young children appeared to be alone, withmany criticizing Meghanfor allegedly depriving them of festive time with their royal relatives.

The young children appeared to be “alone” on the holiday, while their royal cousins spent Easter at a large family gathering

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One user on X bluntly wrote, “You know what would be better? Family. Cousins. That’s what makes an Easter egg hunt fun. These kids seem to live isolated lives. Meghan is such a narcissist that she can’t even see that videos like this aren’t cute, they’re sad.”

Another agreed, writing, “Nice to see them playing, but why are they always alone? A few friends would make this much happier. Kinda sad to watch.”

“Loneliest children ever… no friends their age,” remarked a third.

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Another comment read, “YES, first thing I noticed was how lonely they are. The saddest part was the girl walking all by herself knowing her mom was just following her filming.So creepy. The Wales children can’t relate, they have so many cousins on both sides of Prince William and Princess of Wales.”

“How f**king bleak. An Easter egg hunt with TWO kids. Where are the cousins, #HarryandMeghan? Where are the friends? Where’s the FAMILY. Those kids have the most solitary, isolated existence…”

Wild rumors claiming that Archie and Lilibet were not even Meghan’s biological children quickly flooded social media

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In contrast to Archie and Lilibet, their cousins, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, attended the traditional royal Easter Matinsserviceat St. George’s Chapel in Windsor.

The children were joined by their parents, Prince William and Princess Kate, as they took part in a public procession to the chapel, alongside other family members, including their grandparents, King Charles III and Queen Camilla, as well as senior royals such as Princess Anne and Sir Tim Laurence.

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Some critics also targeted Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet’s physical appearance, fueling speculation that they were not the Duchess of Sussex’s real children.

One skeptical user wrote, “I just can’t pinpoint what it is…butthere is something offwhen they are racing to grab I guess an egg. He seems to be running so fast and not able to catch her and she is just running normal.”

Another added, “Archie hasn’t grown in what 3 years?” To this, one person replied, “This is the creepiest part..how is he looking smaller??”

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A third user commented, “Meghan’s DNA is missing from these two kids.”

“Is it just me or do lil’Bettie’s feet look GIANT for her little framed body????” others questioned.

Another commenter wrote, “She is barefoot and dressed for July. He is covered head to toe with a jacket and dressed for October. I suppose that I can’t expect Mrs Dumbarton to be consistent with seasonal dressing for her children when she can’t even dress herself for the weather.”

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“Why is she always sleeveless and he has long sleeves. He never grows, she is disheveled. Sad… It’s all FAKE!!”

Some went as far as to claim theSuitsalum was “jealous” of her child, with one user writing on X, “She is not taking care of that little girls hair at all, and the child is always barefooted.”

The same user doubled down, adding, “She does this on purpose to the poor girl. She doesn’t want the girl to outshine her which is why she doesn’t care for her hair, feet and alwaysdresses her in cheap clothing.”

Online sleuths even accused the Duchess of Sussex of being “jealous” of her own daughter after watching the “sad” Easter clips

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The latestcriticismcame on the heels of aVarietyreport alleging that Meghan displayed “odd” and “unusual” behavior during high-level virtual meetings with Netflix teams when her work was criticized.

Sources toldVarietychief correspondent Matt Donnelly that she would suddenly turn off her camera or “disappear” from Zoom calls for extended periods without explanation.

He alleged in the article, published last month, “Later, Netflix teams, such as the marketing department, would be informed that her absence was due to her being offended by something that was said.”

It was also claimed that she would frequently “talk over” or interrupt Prince Harry during these calls.

However, Meghan’s attorney, Michael J. Kump, dismissed the allegations, explaining that as a working mother of two young children, she may occasionally need to turn off her camera or microphone to handle unexpected domestic interruptions.

“Who are these children??? If their faces are never seen, how do we know who they actually are???” wrote one critic

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Zendaya's Stella McCartney Skirt Suit Gives Bridal Style the Chic Treatment

Zendayacontinues to deliver standout fashion moments while promoting her film "The Drama." The actor recently appeared on "The Jennifer Hudson Show," where she embraced an elegant all-white look that felt like a modern take on bridal dressing. Styled by longtime collaborator Law Roach, Zendaya's outfit combined classic tailoring with a playful twist, proving once again why she remains one of Hollywood's most watched style icons.

Zendaya stuns in all-white Stella McCartney skirt suit for 'The Drama' promotions

For the appearance,Zendayawore a Stella McCartney Fall/Winter 2026 ready-to-wear skirt suit. The monochromatic ensemble featured a sleek long-sleeve top paired with a matching knee-length pencil skirt, creating a streamlined silhouette that felt both polished and contemporary. The structured top included strong shoulders and a slightly boxy shape, while a coordinating belt cinched the waist to add definition and balance to the look.

One of the most striking details of the outfit appeared at the waistline, where the design opened slightly over the hips before finishing with a rich chocolate brown fur trim that wrapped around the midsection. The unexpected accent added contrast to the otherwise minimalist white ensemble, transforming the tailored set into something far more fashion-forward.

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Zendaya completed the look with sharp white pointed-toe heels, reinforcing the clean, monochrome palette. Her accessories remained minimal. She wore sparkling diamond earrings that added just the right amount of shine without distracting from the outfit. Moreover, her beauty look leaned into understated glamour. Zendaya wore her hair in a short, softly waved bob with a deep side part, channeling a retro aesthetic that complemented the tailoring of the ensemble.

The Stella McCartney look highlights the "Dune" actor's ability to elevate classic silhouettes into memorable fashion moments. With the press tour underway, it's clear Zendaya is once again setting the tone for standout fashion moments.

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Trump endorses former British government aide Steve Hilton in California governor's race

April 6 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday endorsed former British government aide and Fox News ‌host Steve Hilton in the upcoming California governor's ‌race.

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Hilton, who has dual nationality, served as former British Prime Minister ​David Cameron's director of strategy and was one of his closest advisers before leaving Downing Street in 2012 and moving to California.

"I have known and respected Steve Hilton, who ‌is running for Governor ⁠of California, for many years ... With Federal help, and a Great Governor, like Steve Hilton, ⁠California can be better than ever before! Steve Hilton has my COMPLETE & TOTAL ENDORSEMENT," Trump said on Truth Social.

Under ​California law, ​the top two finishers ​in the June 2 ‌open primary contest will advance to November's election, regardless of party.

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Polls show that Republican candidates Hilton and Chad Bianco, the Riverside County sheriff, are closely bunched with three Democrats: U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell, former U.S. Representative Katie Porter ‌and billionaire activist Tom Steyer.

Hilton and ​Bianco both support Trump, though ​they have sought to ​focus their campaigns on state-specific issues such ‌as crime and high taxes.

Democrat ​Gavin Newsom, who ​has been the governor of California since 2019, is not permitted to run for a third term.

Actor ​Arnold Schwarzenegger was ‌the last Republican to serve as California's governor ​from 2003 to 2011.

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