Shannon Power
Pop Culture & Entertainment Reporter
Shannon Power is a Newsweek Pop Culture and Entertainment Reporter based in London, U.K. Their focus is reporting on all things culture, arts and entertainment; they have covered LGBTQ and social justice issues extensively before moving into the world of culture. Shannon joined Newsweek in 2022 from News UK and previously worked at GSN as its Asia Pacific correspondent and later its Health Editor. Shannon is graduate of RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia with a bachelor's degree in International Studies and a graduate degree in Journalism. Languages: English, Greek and Spanish. Some knowledge of Italian, Arabic and French.
You can get in touch with Shannon by emailing [email protected] or on Twitter @shannonjpower.
Jordan Peterson compares Justin Trudeau to Disney character in viral post
The Canadian psychologist shared a picture of the vain and narcissistic Disney character Gaston from "Beauty and the Beast" to his X account.
"Sound of Freedom" beats "Pulp Fiction" in major box-office milestone
"Sound of Freedom" has been the surprise box-office hit of 2023 and become one of the most-successful independent films of all time.
Wall Street 'pretends' GameStop could never happen again—why that's wrong
The GameStop phenomenon of 2020 "lit a spark" in the world of finance and sometimes that's all you need for major change.
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Toby Keith speaks out about cancer ordeal
The country music superstar received the first-ever icon award at the People's Choice Country Music awards.
Netflix taken down by hackers over LGBTQ+ content
Anonymous Sudan claimed responsibility for the outages that occured in multiple locations around the world.
How 'Rick and Morty' imploded behind the scenes
The animated series faced upheaval when co-creator Justin Roiland was accused of sexual misconduct. Dan Harmon reveals the backstage conflict and what's ahead.
Dax Shepard sparks fury for Jonathan Van Ness trans comments: "Problematic"
Van Ness broke down in tears discussing anti-transgender rhetoric on Shepard's podcast.
Jake Paul responds to becoming talking point during Republican debate
The boxer shared his thoughts after his name was brought up in a question to GOP candidate Vivek Ramaswamy.
Donald Duck Trump meme spreads like wildfire after Chris Christie jibe
Donald Trump has refused to participate in the GOP presidential debates, saying he was too far ahead in the polls.
Tomi Lahren calls Taylor Swift "braindead"
Lahren took aim at Taylor Swift's relationship with Travis Kelce on the latest episode of her podcast.
Elon Musk's COVID-19 vaccine comment goes viral
The X owner is no stranger to making controversial comments about the COVID-19 vaccines.
White winner of Zimbabwe's Miss Universe contest sparks fury
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'Sound of Freedom' becomes one of the biggest independent films ever made
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Ex-Scientologist reveals what happened when Church found out she was gay
The woman said she was forced to marry a man and use a contraceptive device to stop her getting pregnant.
Taylor Swift conspiracy theory takes off amid Travis Kelce romance
Fan theories have circulated about how the singer got around Kansas City while in town to watch Kelce play.
Dane Cook's wedding to Kelsi Taylor raises questions
The comedian, 51, and Taylor, 24, got engaged in 2022 after six years of dating, but the internet has questions.
Jordan Peterson urges Burger King boycott after Russell Brand move
"For those of you who care to know. Maybe eat at the other place. For a while," Peterson said after Burger King pulled its ads from an online video platform.
Lara Trump's "cheap move" against Tom Petty slammed
Donald Trump's daughter-in-law raised eyebrows over her decision to cover the famous Tom Petty song.
Patrick Mahomes says Taylor Swift "pressure" changed Travis Kelce game plan
Mahomes knew the singer's Swifties fans would want Kelce to score a touchdown as his famous maybe-girlfriend watched on.
Andrew Tate breaks silence on sexual assault legal action
Four women in the U.K. have accused Tate of violence, rape and coercive control, and now he has responded to Newsweek about the claims.
How Sophie Turner has the "upper hand" in Joe Jonas divorce
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Maren Morris sends message to Adam Mac after anti-LGBTQ+ backlash
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Kathy Griffin under fire over Kanye West, Bianca Censori comments
The comedian faced backlash for her analysis of the couple's relationship, with some saying she should be sued over the allegations.
Jordan Peterson issues ominous warning to Gavin Newsom
Peterson mocked California's governor over saying he was worried about "micro-cults" and the psychologist's influence on young men.
Mira Sorvino could drop out of 'Dancing With the Stars'—Partner
'DWTS' was set to premiere on September 26, but it could be delayed if more stars walk away from production.
Read Sophie Turner lawsuit in full as she sues Joe Jonas
Turner is suing Jonas for "wrongful retention" of their kids and says she only knew he filed for divorce through the media.
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Cindy Crawford's Oprah criticism backfires
Crawford made the comments about Winfrey in the new Apple TV+ docuseries, "The Super Models."
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