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Anna Wintour defends John Galliano for controversial 2027 Met Gala theme
Organizers are defending the Met exhibition honoring John Galliano, which will address his past conviction for antisemitic and racist remarks.
Singapore bans Massive Attack members for Palestine flag display
Singapore authorities have permanently banned Massive Attack members Robert Del Naja and Grant Marshall from entering the country following an onstage Palestinian flag display.
Jimmy Cricket asked for last rites twice ‘like an encore’ before dying aged 80
Legendary British comedian Jimmy Cricket has passed away at the age of 80 following a brief illness. His family and priest son shared touching memories of his final hours filled with humor.
Kumail Nanjiani To Direct And Star In Horror Comedy Howl At Orion Pictures
Amazon MGM Studios division Orion Pictures has acquired the horror comedy Howl, which will be directed by and star Kumail Nanjiani.
BBC nervous about Trump jokes amid $10m lawsuit claims producer
Hat Trick founder Jimmy Mulville claims the broadcaster is increasingly nervous about Donald Trump jokes following a defamation lawsuit.
Scott Hylands, Night Heat and Fargo actor, dies at 83
Veteran Canadian performer Scott Hylands has passed away at the age of 83 following a long battle with cancer.
Spider-Man Brand New Day smashes box office records with massive opening weekend
Tom Holland's fourth standalone adventure as Peter Parker has arrived in theaters with staggering commercial force, shattering industry expectations and securing a historic box office debut.
Maybourne Chief Commercial Officer Simon Scoot balances data and creativity
Maybourne Chief Commercial Officer Simon Scoot shares his leadership philosophy, blending data analytics with creative intuition across iconic hotels.
Massive Attack banned from Singapore for displaying Palestinian flag
British trip-hop group Massive Attack has been barred from Singapore following a concert where members unfurled a Palestinian flag and chanted slogans.
Met Museum fashion exhibit to spotlight John Galliano and his troubled past
The Met Museum's Costume Institute is preparing a major spring exhibition on designer John Galliano, addressing both his creative work and past controversies.
Valerio Tuveri cleans up Rome's historic graffiti as viral restorer
Architectural restorer Valerio Tuveri is using a high-pressure sand blaster and social media videos to remove unauthorized graffiti from Rome's historic landmarks.
Tyla pulls Lagos date from A*POP World Tour after Nigerian backlash
Tyla has removed the Lagos stop from her A*POP World Tour following severe online backlash and boycott calls from users in Nigeria.
John Legend to Play Harry Belafonte in Bill Condon’s ‘The Road Home’
Production is underway in South Africa and the UK on Bill Condon's 'The Road Home,' starring John Legend as Harry Belafonte in a music-driven drama.
Glen Hansard Dies at 56 in Dublin Motorcycle Crash
Oscar-winning songwriter and The Frames founder Glen Hansard has died following a motorcycle accident in Dublin, prompting widespread tributes.
Jared Leto responds after shocking new sexual misconduct allegations from four women
Jared Leto has issued a categorical denial following severe new allegations of sexual misconduct and statutory rape detailed in a BBC documentary.
Rick Ross and Lior Suchard partner with Pininfarina for EnSima Miami project
Grammy‑nominated rapper Rick Ross and mentalist Lior Suchard have partnered with Italian design house Pininfarina for the EnSima Miami I development in Miami Gardens.
Guggenheim Abu Dhabi sets December 2026 opening date
After nearly two decades of anticipation, the Frank Gehry-designed Guggenheim Abu Dhabi has announced its official opening date for December 2026.
Bill Oddie dies aged 85; Goodies star Graeme Garden pays tribute
Bill Oddie, former member of The Goodies and BBC wildlife presenter, has passed away at age 85, prompting tributes from his peers.
Sarajevo Film Festival to honour Diego Luna and Asghar Farhadi
The Sarajevo Film Festival has announced that Mexican actor and director Diego Luna and Oscar-winning Iranian filmmaker Asghar Farhadi will receive major honours at its upcoming edition.
Freeview faces potential switch‑off, public must comment by Aug 31
Up to 12.9 million households face a potential Freeview switch-off as the government weighs ending terrestrial television. The public has until August 31, 2026, to submit consultation responses.