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‘Forced to preserve a monument’: how the fate of Marilyn Monroe’s LA home became a legal saga

House where Monroe died, which hasn’t been occupied in seven years, is in limbo after current owners wanted to demolish it but were stopped by a public campaign

The Guardian - US

Important Takings Challenge to Los Angeles Historic Preservation Law "Monument" Designation

Historic preservation laws often violate constitutional property rights, and block construction of new housing.

Reason

First Thing: Uncertainty looms as last oil tanker from Middle East arrives in California

State can meet fuel demand for next six weeks with its current supply, says energy commission vice-chair. Plus, alleged Epstein suicide note unsealed by federal judge

The Guardian - UK

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Arthur Miller knew Marilyn Monroe would die young

Marilyn Monroe's ex-husband Arthur Miller predicted the actress would die young because it was "impossible for her to live" with the "intensity" of her existence and the amount of drugs she was taking.

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Arthur Miller opens up about marriage to Marilyn Monroe in newly unearthed recordings

Exclusive: Taped conversations also cover playwright’s relationship with fame, self-doubt and communism

The Guardian - UK

Kim Kardashian Had The Sweetest Met Gala Prep This Year (But I Really Hope She Got Dressed After)

A perfect way to prep, if you ask me.

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Which Celebrity Has Had The Most Expensive Met Gala Dress in History?

The Met Gala isn’t just about bold fashion—it’s a high-stakes runway where millions of dollars can literally be sewn into a single look. Every year, celebrities compete to outdo each other with jaw-dropping designs, rare materials, and historic pieces that blur the line between fashion and museum artifacts. But one…

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These are the 4 new 4K Blu-rays I'm most looking forward to testing in May 2026 — and one of them is 'easily one of my most anticipated discs ever'

May 2026 has another big list of 4K Blu-ray releases, so I've picked the top 4 I'm most looking forward to testing.

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The 2026 Met Gala dress code is ‘Fashion is Art’. But is it?

The first Monday in May marks the annual Met Gala: a collision of celebrities, designers and cultural icons. Established in 1948, the gala was originally a high-society event held to raise money for the Costume Institute of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

The Conversation

Need new books to read in May? Here's what we're devouring

From the books everyone's talking about to the undiscovered gems, these are the best books to read this may, as recommended by our experts

Woman & Home

Historic Taking

The owners of the house that Marilyn Monroe died in claim in a lawsuit that the city took their property when it landmarked it.

Reason

I make the Met Gala red carpet — here’s what no one sees on fashion’s biggest night

MET GALA 2026: The Met Gala red carpet has seen it all: Doja Cat in cosplay as Karl Lagerfeld’s cat, Kim Kardashian in Marilyn Monroe’s iconic “Mr President” gown and A-list pregnancy bump reveals. Ellie Muir speaks to Sivan Santhosh, who has created the event’s red carpet since 2022, about…

The Independent UK

Nine of the most scandalous Met Gala looks from the fashion extravaganza’s 78-year history

These looks have sparked outrage, debate, and controversy

The Independent UK

Century-old casino once owned by Frank Sinatra reopening in Lake Tahoe after sitting empty for decades

Ties between Frank Sinatra and mob figure Sam Giancana led regulators to suspend his gaming license in 1963, forcing him out of the casino business

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From Screen to Street: 10 Iconic Movie Fashion Moments That Changed How the World Dressed

Great film costumes outlive the films themselves. This roundup explores 10 examples of iconic movie fashion that crossed the screen and conquered global wardrobes.

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“What’s The Point Of Clothing?”: Ana De Armas Sparks Heated Debate With The Cleavage That Reveals Too Much

“That's what's likely to happen when you wear dresses like that.”

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Hugh Hefner’s Ex-Girlfriends Finally Reveal What Really Happened Behind Closed Doors

Hefner’s girlfriends shared details about his “odd and robotic” bedroom routines and his infamous non-monogamous relationships.

The Guardian - UK

‘The original triple threat’: two exhibitions celebrate Marilyn Monroe as creative pioneer

BFI and National Portrait Gallery to mark centenary of the film star’s birth with ‘the summer of Marilyn’

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Marilyn Monroe’s personal belongings to go on display in new centenary exhibition

Previewed in New York, the Icon Collection brings together clothing, documents and personal artefacts - including Monroe’s final signed cheque and items linked to her famous 1962 performance for President JFK.

Louder

"Hanoi Rocks could've been one of the biggest bands in the world. The potential was there, but fate had other plans." Michael Monroe looks back at a career packed with thrills, spills, triumphand tragedy

You could say Michael Monroe has really lived the rock’n’roll life, but it would be an understatement

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‘She Sticks Out So Much Above The Waist.’ Why Sydney Sweeney’s Body Is (Apparently) The Wrong Fit For Her Next Biopic

Sydney Sweeney is set to play '50 actress Kim Novak, but she's not happy.

Digital Camera World

A single photograph will always be more powerful than a video and I can prove it

Video provides context and takes you on a journey – but it meanders. Photography is the knockout blow

Digital Camera World

Unseen photographs of Marilyn Monroe captured weeks before her death set for display in honor of icon’s 100th birthday

‘Marilyn Monroe: A Portrait’ explores cultural icon’s career from model, Norma Jeane, to movie-star Marilyn Monroe, while exploring how she shaped her enduring image and revealing unseen photographs captured weeks before her untimely death

The Conversation

Lady Gaga’s Mayhem Ball reveals the gothic tradition behind modern celebrity

The Mayhem Ball – the concert tour for Lady Gaga’s 2025 album Mayhem – is set to conclude in April after a global run. The tour delivered everything fans have come to expect from the artist: spectacle, innovation and, above all, immersion in a gothic world.

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New Chilling Theory About Marilyn Monroe’s Passing That Changes Everything

“History has to be accurate. If there is a mistake, history has to be corrected,” Rothmiller said.

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