Author: FABUK Magazine
To celebrate Lancashire’s Miss England winning the Miss World Europe title and being the highest ranked contestant from the UK at the 71st Miss World in Mumbai India, Jessica Gagen was presented with a new blue tiara and Miss United Kingdom sash at the recent Miss England Semi Final. Kreative Bakes a bakery in Leicester , presented a cake to Jessica, complete with a tiara with mum and dad Paul & Lesley Gagen proudly by her side having supported Jessica throughout her Miss England journey. This all took place on stage during the Miss England semi final held at Viva…
Harlequins and 20th Century Studios collaborate on Big Summer movie ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ for Twickenham’s Big Summer Kick-Off. Today Harlequins have confirmed a new collaboration with 20th Century Studios to promote their blockbuster movie ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ at Big Summer Kick-Off on Saturday 27 April at Twickenham Stadium. Releasing in UK cinemas on Thursday 9 May, the latest film in the Planet of the Apes global epic franchise is set several generations in the future following Caesar’s reign, in which apes are the dominant species living harmoniously and humans have been reduced…
Because there are now original works that are pushing the boundaries of storytelling, the Festival de Cannes will introduce a new competition, the “Immersive Competition” for its 77th edition. In 2017, Alejandro González Iñárritu made history at the 70th edition of the Festival de Cannes with his groundbreaking virtual reality piece, Carne y Arena (Virtually Present, Physically Invisible) marking the first immersive work ever presented as an official selection at a major film festival. Recognized for his pioneering vision, Iñárritu received a special Academy Award for the project and continues to be a prominent figure at the Festival de Cannes…
A Hollywood legend, the director, screenwriter and producer George Lucas will receive the Honorary Palme d’or on Saturday, May 25, at the Closing Ceremony of the 77th Festival de Cannes, to be broadcast live on French TV channel France 2. At the mere mention of his name, a whole section of the Seventh Art lights up, and you can hear a few unforgettable music notes (by John Williams!). Inseparable from the Star Wars and Indiana Jones sagas, George Lucas has forever given the blockbusters an illustrious history, and audiences the world over unrivalled pleasure. “The Festival de Cannes has always…
March has been quite the spectacle at Tate Britain, thanks to John Singer Sargent and his sartorial wizardry. Around 60 pieces turned the gallery into a historical fashion runway, where Sargent played the role of both artist and fashion designer, merging clothing with identity in each brushstroke. Notably, the exhibition features the original garter, emblazoned with “Hon y soit qui mal y pense,” a real-life accessory to history and chivalry. This isn’t just a fashion item; it’s a narrative thread to Britain’s most elite club, the Order of the Garter, making the exhibition not only a visual feast but a…
With a host of new features, the Audi S3 is more than just a product upgrade: Increased output, a torque splitter, and other technology highlights ensure strong performance and agile handling. Visually, the compact model reflects its increased dynamics with an expressive front design, a sporty diffuser, and a four-pipe performance exhaust system. The Audi S3, available as a Sportback and Saloon, goes on sale in May. More performance: 2.0 TFSI with 333 PS With 333 PS and 420 Nm of torque, the S3 is more powerful than ever. As part of the product upgrade, the 2.0 TFSI receives an…
Online discount coupons are taking the world of shopping by storm. As you read this, have you taken a minute to wonder how you can make savings in your next online purchase, don’t worry, you are not alone on that. This is a modern form of shopping, which to a considerable extent has influenced shopping trends currently and as time goes by. The Evolution of Shopping Previously, shopping was what it should be in terms of shopping. You see things with your eyes and crawl through them with your hands. Nowadays, everything is different. After the advent of ecommerce platforms,…
ITV is to screen a new documentary series that promises to delve deep into the captivating world of horse racing. Produced by South Shore, the series aims to bring compelling tales from behind the scenes. These will concern both human and equine lives, epitomising the drama that makes the sport so enthralling. The aim of the game One of the primary focuses of the series will be to shed light on the high levels of welfare standards applied to racehorses and jockeys, a crucial aspect often overshadowed by the adrenaline-fuelled races. By showcasing these behind-the-scenes efforts, the series aims to…
Sister Act back in London again with the fabulous Beverly Knight who can do no wrong but it’s a show for the masses (out of towners and tourists) with not a lot of meat, and it delivers nothing chewy. This show is definitely not for the die hard theatregoer. The nuns are back in full force (‘Sister Act’ has played in London several times – the first time in 2009) as is Knights voice – she has a magical (and dare we say holy) stage presence. Knight is Delores Van Cartier who has unwillingly becomes a nun on the run…
Kevin Costner will present the first part of Horizon, An American Saga as a World Premiere, Out of Competition. This multi-episode project about the conquest of the American West is directed by Kevin Costner, who is also the co-star with Sienna Miller. Kevin Costner has always aim to paint a portrait of America: its origins, its flaws and its legends. As we know from Dances with Wolves, the Western has become his preferred genre for expressing his political commitment to democracy and the environment. “I’d like to thank the Festival de Cannes for including my film Horizon, An American Saga…