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Death Row killers has been executed by lethal injection at the Texas State Penitentiary in Huntsville.Carl Wayne Buntion, 78, was the oldest killer awaiting execution in the southern state and was pronounced dead at 6.39pm local time (12.39am BST).Buntion fatally shot Houston Police Officer James Irby, 37, in June 1990, at a traffic stop.Irby had pulled alongside the car when Buntion, sitting in the passenger seat, shot him in the head as he spoke with the driver.The 78-year-old, who had an extensive criminal record already, actually tried to leave the car during the traffic stop but was ordered to return by the officer.Witnesses in a nearby car described how he then opened fire on Irby and another cop, killing Irby and injuring the second officer.He then fled on foot but eventually turned himself in and was convicted of capital murder and sentenced to death the following year.He hasn't denied shooting and killing Irby but has claimed that it was in self-defence. In the days before his execution Buntion was interviewed by KHOU11, telling the outlet that he has regretted the murder "every day for the last 32 years".

university after a a new course dedicated to porn was offered to students.Lecturers at Westminster College in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA, are running a course entitled "hardcore pornography" this autumn for the first time ever.The unusual study module will even see classes sit down and watch blue movies together.A paragraph introducing the class on the college's online catalogue describes porn as "American as apple pie" and as a billion-dollar industry.Another part of the blurb for the porn course, which carries three credits towards the Film 300 programme, reads: "We will watch pornographic films together and discuss the sexualisation of race, class, and gender and as an experimental, radical art form."Some have criticised the move to show porn to students however, with one woman on Twitter writing: "You lost when you called it an “art form”. Sorry that’s some garbage! Second study the 'effects' is one thing! Watching pornography together as a class is absolutely and emphatically disgusting!!!"Others expressed their concern at pornographic videos being prioritised above more deserving topics, as one said: "When there are so many legitimate problems in the world to be solved, and inspiring things to learn, I’m shocked that trash like this is being offered to students by Westminster.

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Euphoria producer-star Zendaya played coy when confronted about whether or not her boyfriend Tom Holland made a cameo in the second season of her hitHBO show.While attending a For Your Consideration event at the Academy Museum in LA on Wednesday, the 25-year-old Emmy winner told Access: 'Could be. Could be true. Can't confirm or deny.

Hilaria Baldwin is staying fashionable through her current pregnancy.The yoga expert, 38, who is expecting her seventh child with husband Alec Baldwin took to Instagram Stories on Thursday showing off a number of different styles.In one shot, she donned a pink T-shirt with a photo of a cat in a pot, that read The Photo Collection from LIFE magazine. The latest: Hilaria Baldwin, 38, is staying fashionable through her current pregnancy, as the yoga expert, who is expecting her seventh child with husband Alec Baldwin, 64, took to Instagram Stories on Thursday showing off a number of different styles.

Tom Schwartz said he didn't kiss Raquel Leviss at Coachella this past weekend.The Vanderpump Rules star, 39, replied to a fan on Twitter who shared a screenshot of a message alleging that he and his 27-year-old co-star were 'boldly holding hands and making out.'Schwartz reply was simply, 'Guys hate to break it to you but I wasn't at Coachella' followed by a laughing emoji. Wasn't him:Tom Schwartz said he didn't kiss Raquel Leviss at Coachella this past weekend (pictured with estranged wife Katie Maloney 2016)Schwartz is one of the original cast members from the show while Leviss joined the program a few years later in 2016.The original tweet and clapback by Schwartz came just weeks after he and his wife Katie Maloney announced they were splitting up.Maloney recently opened up about how her marriage to Schwartz probably 'wasn't the healthiest thing' for them on the We Met At Acmepodcast.

Britney Spears admitted that she'd love to hold her unborn child in her womb 'for eternity' while providing insight on her third pregnancy via Instagram on Thursday.'I genuinely like holding this precious miracle inside of me … I just want time to stop and hold it in here for eternity … the stillness of holding something so holy and beautiful inside me makes me feel more blessed than anything,' penned the star, 40.Sheis currently expecting her first child with 'husband' Sam Asghari, 28, who she got engaged to last September after nearly five years of dating.Britney also reflected on her first two pregnancies withsons Sean Preston, 16, and Jayden, 15, and how she didn't let hermother Lynne Spears hold them when they were born. Holding on:Britney Spears admitted that she'd love to hold her unborn child in her womb 'for eternity' while providing insight on her third pregnancy via Instagram on Thursday Passion for fashion:To commence Thursday's post, Britney rambled about her love of fashion and spending time in her closet putting outfits together.

Julianne Moore and her husband Bart Freundlich were seen spending time in Venice, Italy on Thursday evening.The actress, 61, and her spouse, 52, held hands while strolling along the getaway destination's streets before stepping aboard a boat.Moore and Freundlich, who wed in 2003, have been romantically linked for nearly three decades and share two children. Cute couple:Julianne Moore and her husband Bart Freundlich were seen spending time in Venice, Italy on Thursday eveningMoore turned heads while rocking a stylish black blazer with silk lapels and a pair of matching pants with a flared leg.The Boogie Nights actress slipped her feet into a pair of fashionable high-heeled shoes for the evening stroll with her husband.

2022 Latin American Music Awards brought out some of the biggest artists for a performance-packed show on Thursday, hosted by Rafael Amaya, Jacqueline Bracamontes, and Cristián de la Fuente.Going into the big night — held at the Michelob ULTRA Arena at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada -- Bad Bunny led the pack of nominees with 10 nods in total, followed closely by Jhay Cortez with eight noms while J Balvin, Karol G, and Rauw Alejandro each had seven apiece.One particularly meaningful award given out was the Extraordinary Evolution award, presented to Mexican singer Christian Nodal. The award is a special honor presented to a young performer who has demonstrated change and accelerated growth as an artist.

Meghan Markle has been slammed as "arrogant" and "annoying" by royal fans following the news she is trying to trademark the historic word "archetypes" – after announcing it will be the name of her first series of podcasts.The Duchess of Sussex ruffled some feathers after it emerged she made the application at the United States Patent and Trademark Office last month.The word derives from ancient Greek and first entered the English language around the 1540s. Meghan may have to face legal challenges from companies that currently use the word in their names – like the skincare and cleaning products business Archetypes.

Alan Sugar has taken a cheeky swipe at Meghan Markle after she attempted to trademark the word "archetypes."The word "archetypes" has Latin and Greek origins and is believed to have first entered the UK at some point in the 1540’s The Duchess of Sussex entered an application to the United States Patent and Trademark Office last month by Archewell Audio, one of Meghan and Prince Harry's several businesses. Lord Sugar has now had his say on Twitter and suggested the former actress should have contacted him for help in trademarking the word.Writing to his 5.2million followers, the business mogul reacted directly to the news of the application and penned: "Should’ve gone to @TM_Wizards" followed by a crying laughing emoji.In December last year, the 75-year-old announced that he was investing in Trade Mark Wizards, which is a firm of established and experienced trade mark practitioners who are experts in all aspects of brand protection.Speaking in a promotional video at the time, Lord Sugar said: "One type of intellectual property right is your trademark which includes your business name, logos, slogans, sub-brands, and in some cases your personal name and nicknames."He continued: "When it comes to my businesses, I don't mess around or take any risk when it comes to protecting my trademarks and intellectual property."Earlier today (April 6), the entrepreneur spoke on Twitter about Trade Mark Wizards once again and said: "It’s so important to protect your brand name and trademarks.

Spotify, which she said would investigate the stereotypes that hold women back. The podcast is set to launch this summer, with host Meghan chatting to historians, experts and women who have experienced being pigeonholed.However, ahead of launching her new venture, the Duchess of Sussex is trying to trademark the word "archetypes", a word which has roots in ancient Greece and has been in used in England since the 1540s.But what does the ancient word mean and why is Meghan Markle trying to trademark it? Here's what you need to know.

Meghan Markle has launched a legal bid to trademark the word ‘archetypes’ over 400 years after the word was first used following the announcement that her first series of podcasts for audio streaming giant Spotify would be called Archetypes.The Duchess of Sussex made the application at the United States Patent and Trademark Office last month, which covers the use of the word for specific applications.The list of goods and services covered are to include “the fields of cultural treatment of women and stereotypes facing women”.The Archetypes brand could potentially cover everything from podcasts, television programmes, DVDs, CDs and entertainment services distributed through satellite and cable TV, global computer networks, the internet, wireless devices, mobile applications, set-top boxes, webcasts and streaming media.The Duchess’s application reserves the use of the name for Archewell Audio, a parent company established by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. It would mean they own the trademark rather than Spotify, which paid them a rumoured £18million in 2020.Archewell Audio promises to “produce programming that uplifts and entertains audiences around the world”.The word “archetypes” has its origins in ancient Greece and is believed to have first entered the English language some time around the middle of the 1500s.Claiming copyright on an already-existing word, while it might seem strange, is surprisingly common.Sometimes two companies can claim the same word.

Prince Charles to let Prince William be King when he ascends the throne, despite thinking the Prince of Wales will do good job. The latest royal opinion polling from Ipsos has 42% of Brits hoping that the crown skips a generation. The pollsters asked 2,055 British adults various royal questions on March 24 and 25.

Piers Morgan, 57, famously walked off set on Good Morning Britain last year after becoming embroiled in an argument over Meghan Markle's Oprah interview with Alex Beresford.The upcoming TalkTV presenter has taken to Twitter to respond to a fan who commented on his "uncensored" attitude, leading Piers to take a swipe at ITV and their treatment of him when he decided to leave Good Morning Britain.Piers posted a short clip promoting his new channel with the caption "20 days to launch" in view of his 7.9 million Twitter followers.ClassyAssyCarly commented: "To be fair, when are you ever censored?"You always make your thoughts and opinions known in some shape or form."Piers then replied taking a swipe at ITV for their treatment of him during the Meghan Markle situation.He penned: "True, but ITV tried to censor me when they said I had to apologise for disbelieving Princess Pinocchio or lose my GMB job."I just opted to leave so I could continue saying what I think, which is what I'll be doing every night on my new show."Express.co.uk have contacted ITV for comment.Many social media users took to the post's comments to express their views on Piers' bold statement.Stuart_Wilson19 said: "Being asked to apologise is hardly censorship!"Alielmuchacho added: "You're a bully though. Her name is Meghan?"Bert_druten commented: "You quit because the weatherman made you look stupid."Piers is referencing his decision to quit Good Morning Britain after the remarks he made regarding Prince Harry and Meghan's interview with Oprah.About the interview, Piers said on TV: "Who did you go to? What did they say to you?"I’m sorry, I don’t believe a word she said, Meghan Markle.

Meghan Markle will use her podcast to “get her side of the story out” on important topics, an expert has claimed. After releasing a holiday special episode of their initial Spotify project ‘Archewell Audio’ at Christmas 2020, Meghan and Prince Harry went silent on news of any new releases.

Piers Morgan celebrates his birthday, we take a look at some of his most explosive TV moments, with many of them happening live on Good Morning Britain with his ITV co-stars. The fiery journalist by trade has turned 57 and throughout his years he has spent many in a bust-up.Presenter Piers was well-known for rattling TV guests' feathers and always knew how to push the right buttons.From his dramatic TV exit following his controversial Meghan Markle comments to telling a plus-size model she was "glamourising obesity", we take a look at some of his most nail-biting rows of all time.Piers had a furious debate with a feminist on air after radio stations banned the Christmas song Baby It's Cold Outside from air.The GMB host debated the lyrics of the song with journalist Daisy Buchanan, however, but things got heated when he told her to "shut up."Daisy branded the song "sexual assault in process" after being antagonised by Piers.He quizzed her: "Daisy you're saying it's a sexual assault in process and want it to be banned forever?"Daisy replied: "I want radio station to stop playing this song until the world had changed, like a real drop in sexual assault statistics."He shook his head while they played a clip from the film where the song was performed.Piers quickly jabbed: "Yeah that really looked like a sexual assault to me, Daisy.

Prince Harry should have hired private security to attend Prince Philip's memorial today (March 29) in London, says Samantha Markle It comes as The Royal Family and dignitaries from all over the world descend on Westminister Abbey to pay tribute to the late Duke of Edinburgh who died in April 2021. Harry and his wife Meghan Markle will not be attending the event as they are "unable to return to his home" as they say it is too dangerous for the Sussexexs.

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Naman Ramachandran Daily TV show “Piers Morgan Uncensored” and Sharon Osbourne’s “The Talk” are among the launch programs on Rupert Murdoch’s TalkTV channel. “Piers Morgan Uncensored,” the new global show fronted by the former “Good Morning Britain” presenter and controversial media figure known for his frank views on Meghan Markle, will go to air for the first time on April 25 with the U.K.