Ryan Coogan

A few months ago, before he was the Democratic nominee for vice-president alongside running mate Kamala Harris, Tim Walz struck gold when he pointed out in an interview just how “weird” the Republican Party has become over the past few years.

Being a Democrat sounds like hard work. There are all those satanic meetings to attend; all those vaccine microchips to keep track of; and, according to Republican representative Marjorie Taylor Greene, they even control the weather.

The Harry Potter author’s views on trans people have completely undermined a legacy that was initially built on tolerance and respect, writes Ryan Coogan

I don’t want to sound alarmist, but I’m starting to think Elon Musk might not be on the level. Apparently the guy who has made being anti-censorship and pro-free speech his entire personality has been secretly manipulating what speech you do and don’t see in order to influence the outcome of a major election. Well, maybe “secretly” is the wrong word — but it’s nice to have confirmation. It’s like that Batman quote: you either die a hero, or live long enough to become a cringey manchild with bad politics. According to a new report by the New York Times, Musk has allegedly used his influence at Twitter/X to block links to information that could harm the Donald Trump campaign, and suspended the reporter who published it. It also says that Musk has set up a “war room” in the key swing state of Pennsylvania, where he and “a team of lawyers, public-relations professionals, canvassing experts and longtime friends” are plotting to install the former president in the White House once again.

There’s a conflict brewing that could bring the UK to its knees. On one side we have a beloved British cultural institution that has helped create happy memories for children all over the UK and brought joy to millions. On the other: JK Rowling. It’s a real clash of twee, middle-England titans.

Star Brendan O’Carroll allegedly made offensive comments which caused rehearsals for the upcoming special to be put on hold – is this the end of Britain’s most tedious Christmas tradition? Ryan Coogan certainly hopes so

Fans of the One Direction singer took to social media to express their grief – but, asks Ryan Coogan, aren’t there better ways to pay tribute than with reaction gifs and emojis?

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