Taylor Swift news diary: 'The Tortured Poets Department' smashes streaming records worldwide

Taylor Swift news diary: 'The Tortured Poets Department' dominates Billboard charts, smashes streaming records worldwide
Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department' has broken records globally, dominating charts with its 31 songs (Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Welcome to our daily Taylor Swift news diary, your go-to source for the latest updates and insights into the world of one of today's most influential and celebrated artists.

Delve into Taylor Swift's dynamic career, public appearances, and the buzz within the entertainment industry as we provide you with a bite-sized overview of the happenings in the life of this multi-talented and ever-evolving artist.

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Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department' is breaking records and dominating global charts

NEWARK, NEW JERSEY - AUGUST 26: Taylor Swift attends the 2019 MTV Video Music Awards at Prudential C
Taylor Swift attends the 2019 MTV Video Music Awards (Getty Images)

Taylor Swift continues to shatter records on the Billboard charts with her latest album, 'The Tortured Poets Department'. With 31 songs on the deluxe version alone, it achieved the biggest global streaming week since the launch of the Billboard Global 200.

The album garnered 1.76 billion streams worldwide in its debut week, surpassing Swift's previous record by 52%. Despite the additional tracks, the original 16 songs accounted for 1.27 billion streams, indicating Swift's enduring popularity.

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Notably, over half of the streams came from outside the US, underlining Swift's international appeal. The album's lead single, 'Fortnight', dominated charts globally, further solidifying Swift's status as a music industry powerhouse.

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Internet appreciates Taylor Swift’s sweet gesture in building Emily Blunt’s daughter's confidence

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Emily Blunt appreciated Taylor Swift's help in building her daughter's confidence (Getty Images)

Emily Blunt expressed gratitude to Taylor Swift for uplifting her daughter's confidence with a heartfelt encounter. Swift's kind words to Hazel, 9, who was self-conscious about her short haircut, left a lasting impact.

Blunt fondly recalls Swift's admiration for Hazel's style, likening her to a '60s Beatnik cool kid,' which delighted her daughter. On another occasion, Blunt's daughters expressed fascination with Ryan Gosling, particularly his appearance outside of his movie roles.

Blunt, known for her role in 'The Fall Guy', shared her children's excitement about her collaboration with Gosling, highlighting their genuine happiness for her professional achievements.

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Internet trolls Taylor Swift following study unveiling pop star's link to King Louis XIV of France

Taylor Swift revealed to be eighth cousin of King Louis XIV (GettyImages, Wikipedia)
Taylor Swift has been revealed to be eighth cousin of King Louis XIV (Getty Images, Wikipedia)

A recent study delving into pop icon Taylor Swift's ancestry sparked social media discussion, revealing potential ties to French royalty, particularly King Louis XIV. This discovery adds to previous surprises about Swift's lineage, including a connection to American poet Emily Dickinson.

The study, conducted by MyHeritage, suggests Swift is the 8th cousin, 11 times removed, of Louis XIV, known for his association with the Palace of Versailles.

Swift's English ancestors migrated to America, while Louis XIV's lineage continued through European aristocracy. The revelation coincides with Swift's upcoming concerts in France. Internet reactions varied, with some noting Swift's poetic prowess and others expressing surprise at her royal link.

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George Santos sparks controversy with marital confessions and OnlyFans hint in bombshell podcast

George Santos reveals he would sleep with Taylor Swift for media coverage (GettyImages)
George Santos revealed he would sleep with Taylor Swift for media coverage (GettyImages)

Former New York congressman George Santos stirred controversy yet again during a revealing podcast conversation with Adam 22. Santos disclosed his marital infidelity and hinted at launching an OnlyFans account.

This follows criticism for his drag persona, Kitara Ravache, offering personalized Cameo videos. Santos, in the 'No Jumper' podcast, discussed joining OnlyFans and candidly shared his sexuality and marital issues, including infidelity with his wife's best friend.

He teased about his intimate content on OnlyFans, promising no freebies. Santos' marital history, including an engagement to Pedro Vilarva, further intrigued the audience. Lighter moments included Santos entertaining the idea of intimacy with Taylor Swift, showcasing his controversial persona.

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Taylor Swift's song from new album perfect for CPR, confirms American Heart Association 

CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 30:Taylor Swift performs onstage during the 36th Annual Rock & Roll Hall O
Taylor Swift performs onstage during the 36th Annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony  (Getty Images)

Taylor Swift's song from her album 'The Tortured Poets Department' has a beat perfect for CPR, with 110 beats per minute, as shared by the American Heart Association.

Dubbed ideal for Hands-Only CPR, the AHA highlighted its life-saving potential on Instagram. Instructing to call 911 and perform compressions to the beat if witnessing a collapse, the post emphasized safety protocols and proper technique.

Detailed instructions outlined the process, including assessment, chest compressions, and breaths, stressing the importance of minimal interruptions. Swift's music, unexpected in this context, emerges as an unlikely yet effective aid in potentially saving lives, blending art and emergency response.

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