Tim Curry, star of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, dies at age 80
Curry, a three-time Tony nominee, was best known for his portrayal of Dr Frank-N-Furter in the cult classic musical.
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Massive Attack says members held after pro-Palestine display in Singapore
Music group says ‘proud’ to have made ‘impromptu expression’ of support for Palestine by unfurling flag during concert.
World Cup 2026 final: Closing ceremony and half-time show – what to know
Spain face Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final as musicians perform before kickoff and during the half-time break.
Outspoken Moroccan rapper Mehdi El Youbi arrested in Casablanca
Activists say Moroccan authorities are intensifying repression of critical voices and the Gen Z protest movement.
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Who is Fadel Shaker? Lebanese pop star released on bail
In 2012, singing star Shaker quit his music career, before being accused of joining an armed group in Lebanon.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce marry at NYC’s Madison Square Garden
A-list celebrities attend wedding at Madison Square Garden to see superstar couple tie the knot.
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What to know about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding in NYC
The celebrity couple’s nuptials, dubbed ‘America’s royal wedding’, light up New York with excitement and speculation.
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How American food, film and music influences culture around the world
US soft power shapes global culture through film, music, food and brands, boosting its influence beyond military
Published On 3 Jul 2026
Southeast Asia’s homegrown artists are knocking K-pop off its pedestal
Drawing lessons from the global success of K-Pop, the region is finding its own voice in a new generation of artists.
From: NewsFeed
Singer Oliver Tree among six killed in Brazil helicopter collision
Two helicopters collided in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, killing six people, including American musician Oliver Tree.
Published On 15 Jun 2026
World Cup opening ceremony: Who’s performing, when it starts, how to watch
The 2026 World Cup begins with historic ceremonies across the US, Canada and Mexico, launching a record tournament.
