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Birthday special / Living manifestation of art: Tilda Swinton

Tilda Swinton's name is synonymous with the art of transformation in the world of cinema. Born in London on November 5, 1960, this British actress possesses a rare blend of versatility, artistry, and unwavering dedication to her craft. With her distinctive ethereal appearance and her ability to seamlessly immerse herself in diverse roles, Tilda Swinton has rightfully earned her place as one of the most intriguing and influential figures in the film industry. On the occasion of her birthday today, this is a look at how the actress is a living manifestation of art.

Orlando families to bury victims, ask Obama for change

Families of some of the 49 people killed in a massacre at an Orlando gay nightclub will mourn and bury their dead today, a day after President Barack Obama meets survivors and says the United States must act to control gun violence.

US investigators question Orlando gunman's wife

US investigators questions the wife of the gunman who killed 49 people at a gay nightclub in Orlando, the FBI say, and a law enforcement source says she could face criminal charges if there is evidence of any wrongdoing.

Pacing feet, rants, executions - inside Orlando killer's rampage

Here are a few excerpts from the survivors of the Orlando shooting who share their nightmarish experience as Omar Mateen shot 50 people dead, in what is said to be the worst mass shooting in US history.

Orlando: Dad unaware that attacker had 'hatred in his heart'

The father of a gunman who killed 50 people in an Orlando gay club says he did not know that his son had "hatred in his heart".

Gunman kills 50 in US nightclub

A gunman killed 50 people at a packed gay nightclub in Orlando, Florida on Sunday and wounded 53 others before being killed by police in the worst mass shooting in US history.

A brief history of attacks on US gay community

The latest gun attack at a gay club in Orlando, Florida is another example of violence against the LGBT community in the United States.

Former Voice contestant Christina Grimmie shot dead in Orlando

Singer Christina Grimmie, who had competed on the US TV programme The Voice, has died of her wounds after being shot in Florida, police say.

Remembering Virginia Woolf with her best novels

One of the foremost modernists of the Twentieth century, Virginia Woolf gained fame for her nonlinear, free prose style which not only inspired her peers but also earned her accolade. Yesterday was her 134th birth anniversary and to commemorate the day we have put together a list of the writer’s most iconic works.

November 5, 2023
November 5, 2023

Living manifestation of art: Tilda Swinton

Tilda Swinton's name is synonymous with the art of transformation in the world of cinema. Born in London on November 5, 1960, this British actress possesses a rare blend of versatility, artistry, and unwavering dedication to her craft. With her distinctive ethereal appearance and her ability to seamlessly immerse herself in diverse roles, Tilda Swinton has rightfully earned her place as one of the most intriguing and influential figures in the film industry. On the occasion of her birthday today, this is a look at how the actress is a living manifestation of art.

June 17, 2016
June 17, 2016

Orlando families to bury victims, ask Obama for change

Families of some of the 49 people killed in a massacre at an Orlando gay nightclub will mourn and bury their dead today, a day after President Barack Obama meets survivors and says the United States must act to control gun violence.

June 16, 2016
June 16, 2016

US investigators question Orlando gunman's wife

US investigators questions the wife of the gunman who killed 49 people at a gay nightclub in Orlando, the FBI say, and a law enforcement source says she could face criminal charges if there is evidence of any wrongdoing.

June 16, 2016
June 16, 2016

Pacing feet, rants, executions - inside Orlando killer's rampage

Here are a few excerpts from the survivors of the Orlando shooting who share their nightmarish experience as Omar Mateen shot 50 people dead, in what is said to be the worst mass shooting in US history.

June 13, 2016
June 13, 2016

Orlando: Dad unaware that attacker had 'hatred in his heart'

The father of a gunman who killed 50 people in an Orlando gay club says he did not know that his son had "hatred in his heart".

June 13, 2016
June 13, 2016

Gunman kills 50 in US nightclub

A gunman killed 50 people at a packed gay nightclub in Orlando, Florida on Sunday and wounded 53 others before being killed by police in the worst mass shooting in US history.

June 12, 2016
June 12, 2016

A brief history of attacks on US gay community

The latest gun attack at a gay club in Orlando, Florida is another example of violence against the LGBT community in the United States.

June 11, 2016
June 11, 2016

Former Voice contestant Christina Grimmie shot dead in Orlando

Singer Christina Grimmie, who had competed on the US TV programme The Voice, has died of her wounds after being shot in Florida, police say.

January 26, 2016
January 26, 2016

Remembering Virginia Woolf with her best novels

One of the foremost modernists of the Twentieth century, Virginia Woolf gained fame for her nonlinear, free prose style which not only inspired her peers but also earned her accolade. Yesterday was her 134th birth anniversary and to commemorate the day we have put together a list of the writer’s most iconic works.