Disney 'Snow White' drama and a fake cancer story
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It’s Thursday, which means we’re one step away from the weekend, but before we get there, let’s dive into some real-life plot twists that even Disney couldn’t script.
Today’s headlines? A Snow White remake that’s causing more drama than an actual fairy tale, and a wild story about a fake cancer scam that’ll leave you questioning everything.
Now, let’s spill the tea!
📌 Woman fakes terminal cancer for boob job & spa tripsLaura McPherson pulled off an elaborate five-year-long con, convincing her wealthy partner, Jon Leonard, that she had multiple terminal cancers.
Her deception, which even led her young daughter to believe she was dying, tricked Leonard into giving her over £24,000, money she used for a luxury spa trip in Austria and a breast augmentation in Manchester.
Despite being confronted with inconsistencies, she stuck to her lies, even gaslighting Leonard when he questioned her. He was left emotionally shattered, describing years of manipulation and self-doubt. She even used her supposed illness to avoid work meetings and counsel others about cancer.
When finally caught in 2022, she denied everything and accused Leonard of being controlling. In court, her lawyer argued she suffered from anxiety and depression, pleading for leniency. Judge Jonathan Straw called her actions "deliberate and narcissistic," yet spared her jail, sentencing her to a community order with a curfew.
📌 Measles killed his daughter. But this father still refuses to trust vaccinesA heartbreaking measles outbreak in North America has claimed its first life in a decade: a six-year-old girl in Texas. But shockingly, her father, Peter, has no regrets about refusing to vaccinate her.
In an interview, Peter, a member of the Mennonite community in Seminole, Texas, expressed deep skepticism about vaccines, claiming, “The vaccination has stuff we don’t trust.”
Despite measles being virtually eradicated for decades thanks to vaccines, he insists it’s a normal part of life: “Everybody has it. It’s not so new for us.”
His views echo past claims by RFK Jr., who once downplayed measles outbreaks, though he has since reversed his stance under public pressure.
Unfortunately, Peter remains firm in his beliefs, even after losing his daughter, saying simply, “Everybody has to die.”
📌 Now, let’s unfold the Disney’s recent Snow White controversy Instead of the usual glitzy Hollywood premiere, Disney is keeping things low-key with a private screening at El Capitan Theatre on March 15.
Why? Because this remake has been drowning in controversy for years.
One major point of contention is the casting of Rachel Zegler, a Latina actress, as Snow White.
While some praised the diverse casting, others argued it strayed too far from the traditional portrayal.
Even Game of Thrones star Peter Dinklage criticized Disney for attempting to be progressive with casting while still telling a story about dwarfs, which he found outdated.
In response, Disney replaced the seven dwarfs with “magical creatures” of different sizes and genders, another move that fueled accusations of being “too woke.”
Zegler hasn’t exactly helped calm the storm.
She previously called the original Snow White “extremely dated” and dismissed the idea of the character being saved by a prince, saying the new version focuses on leadership instead.
She has also been outspoken on political issues, including the 2024 U.S. election and the Israel-Gaza conflict, leading to further backlash.
With all this controversy, it’s no surprise Disney wants to control the narrative. The scaled-down premiere will feature only select photographers and media questions will be strictly limited.
Whether this strategy works or fuels the fire remains to be seen, but one thing’s for sure: this Snow White is anything but a fairy-tale rollout.
📌 Lastly, new-gen slang alert!“Frying me.” If you thought “cooked” and “ate” were the peak of internet lingo, think again.
Popping up on Twitter and TikTok, “frying me” can mean something is hilariously funny, ridiculously absurd, or even mentally exhausting like it’s frying your brain.
It’s often used to react to embarrassing or outrageous moments. A fan walking into a pole? “This is frying me.” Shrek dancing to Tyler, The Creator? Definitely frying. It’s similar to “This is taking me out” or “This is sending me.”
Though the phrase has been around since at least 2021, it’s making waves again. Whether you’re overwhelmed, cringing hard, or laughing uncontrollably, “frying me” is the go-to reaction.
Love it or hate it, internet slang isn’t slowing down,, so get used to Gen Z cooking up new ways to keep us all entertained (or annoyed).
So, that’s it for today. If you found this edition interesting and entertaining, please drop a like and follow us for more!
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