Marilyn Monroe look-alike event set to take over Palm Springs as California city attempts new world record Organizers hope to get 500 people to dress up in blonde wigs and white dresses to set a Guinness World Record The Independent UK · May 29
Marilyn Monroe's gold coat heading to auction A gold opera coat once owned by Marilyn Monroe is expected to fetch as much as $18,000 when it heads to auction this summer. BANG Premier · May 29
First Thing: Nato ready to defend ‘every inch’ of territory as Russian drone hits Romania Mark Rutte says Moscow’s ‘reckless behaviour is a danger to us all’ after drone hit apartments during attack on Ukraine. Plus, Paul McCartney on how old bandmates – and Oasis – inspired his nostalgic new album The Guardian - UK · May 29
Marilyn Monroe at 100: Hollywood made her a myth – she spent her life resisting it “I can be smart when it matters, but most men don’t like it,” says Lorelei Lee in the 1953 comedy musical, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. The Conversation · May 29
A girl’s best friend: Marilyn Monroe remembered by her closest confidants Four days before what would have been her 100th birthday, Hollywood legends look back on their friendships with a woman who, underneath the studio sheen, was warm, supportive and empathetic The Guardian - UK · May 28
Marilyn Monroe’s final home – and the life she imagined within it Marilyn Monroe’s untimely death at just 36 has long been woven into her mystique, fuelling both fascination among fans and a proliferation of theories about its cause. The Conversation · May 28
What Lily Loves: Khaite Sandals That Just Dropped, Figure-Flattering Swimsuits and the Pioneering Australian Luggage Brand I’m Travelling With Your weekly style guide to the moments I’m loving, bookmarking, and shopping Marie Claire · May 25
Marilyn Monroe 100 –the only official book that celebrates the Hollywood and cultural icon in photos In association with the Marilyn Monroe Estate, this book celebrates the 100th anniversary of the icon’s birth through the lens of some of the 20th century’s greatest photographers Digital Camera World · May 24
Ron Howard's new documentary movie, Avedon, reminds us why the greatest photographer of the 20th century didn't care what camera he used Premiering at Cannes this week, the film shows us how the greatest images come from reading people, not mastering f-stops Digital Camera World · May 23
Irish Comedian Asks Help to Buy Marilyn Monroe’s X-Rays. She Wants Them Destroyed: ‘Drop Me a DM’ Six decades after the death of Marilyn Monroe, the world hasn’t lost its fascination with her. People yearn to collect pieces of her. Celebrities covet locks of her hair, and some men expressed wanting to be buried beside her grave. It’s obsession at its finest, and Irish comedian Anna Mac… The Mary Sue · May 20
TV tonight: exploring Marilyn Monroe’s links to organised crime A two-part series shows how the film star was drawn closer to the mob by prominent men in her life. Plus: Amanda turns detective in Amandaland. Here’s what to watch this evening The Guardian - UK · May 20
Quote of the Day by Marilyn Monroe: 'It's far better to be unhappy alone than...'- The iconic American actress' heartbreaking words about loneliness, love and emotional survival still feel painfully real Marilyn Monroe's powerful words shine a light on the complexities of relationships. She championed the idea that solitude, even if tinged with sadness, is preferable to the pain of emotional strife with another. This perspective rings true today, urging us to prioritize our self-respect and emotional clarity rather than endure… The Economic Times · May 16
Kim Kardashian shares major Met Gala regret over iconic Marilyn Monroe gown Kim Kardashian thinks about her one major regret over her Marilyn Monroe Met Gala look "once a week". BANG Premier · May 12
The Guardian - US · May 10 ‘Forced to preserve a monument’: how the fate of Marilyn Monroe’s LA home became a legal saga House where Monroe died, which hasn’t been occupied in seven years, is in limbo after current owners wanted to demolish it but were stopped by a public campaign
Reason · May 7 Important Takings Challenge to Los Angeles Historic Preservation Law "Monument" Designation Historic preservation laws often violate constitutional property rights, and block construction of new housing.
The Guardian - UK · May 7 First Thing: Uncertainty looms as last oil tanker from Middle East arrives in California State can meet fuel demand for next six weeks with its current supply, says energy commission vice-chair. Plus, alleged Epstein suicide note unsealed by federal judge
BANG Premier · May 7 Arthur Miller knew Marilyn Monroe would die young Marilyn Monroe's ex-husband Arthur Miller predicted the actress would die young because it was "impossible for her to live" with the "intensity" of her existence and the amount of drugs she was taking.
The Guardian - UK · May 7 Arthur Miller opens up about marriage to Marilyn Monroe in newly unearthed recordings Exclusive: Taped conversations also cover playwright’s relationship with fame, self-doubt and communism
Cinemablend · May 5 Kim Kardashian Had The Sweetest Met Gala Prep This Year (But I Really Hope She Got Dressed After) A perfect way to prep, if you ask me.
Plunged in Debt · May 4 Which Celebrity Has Had The Most Expensive Met Gala Dress in History? The Met Gala isn’t just about bold fashion—it’s a high-stakes runway where millions of dollars can literally be sewn into a single look. Every year, celebrities compete to outdo each other with jaw-dropping designs, rare materials, and historic pieces that blur the line between fashion and museum artifacts. But one…
TechRadar · May 4 These are the 4 new 4K Blu-rays I'm most looking forward to testing in May 2026 — and one of them is 'easily one of my most anticipated discs ever' May 2026 has another big list of 4K Blu-ray releases, so I've picked the top 4 I'm most looking forward to testing.
The Conversation · May 3 The 2026 Met Gala dress code is ‘Fashion is Art’. But is it? The first Monday in May marks the annual Met Gala: a collision of celebrities, designers and cultural icons. Established in 1948, the gala was originally a high-society event held to raise money for the Costume Institute of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Woman & Home · May 1 Need new books to read in May? Here's what we're devouring From the books everyone's talking about to the undiscovered gems, these are the best books to read this may, as recommended by our experts
Reason · Apr 28 Historic Taking The owners of the house that Marilyn Monroe died in claim in a lawsuit that the city took their property when it landmarked it.