Top fashion designer John Galliano announced Monday he was cancelling an exhibition of his work that was to kick off New York’s Met Gala next spring, following criticism from donors and political leaders over his past antisemitic remarks.”After much reflection and discussion with all those involved, I have decided, with great sadness, that it is […]
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John Galliano pulls US exhibition after antisemitism backlash
Top fashion designer John Galliano announced Monday he has withdrawn from a planned exhibition of his work at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, following criticism from donors and political leaders over his past antisemitic remarks.”After much reflection and discussion with all those involved, I have decided, with great sadness, that it is best for […]
Venice film preview: Clooney, Oasis and Musk
The Venice Film Festival kicks off Wednesday with few Hollywood productions but plenty of indie gems, heavy-hitting documentaries and A-listers. AFP picks the films, the issues and the personalities that are likely to attract the most attention during one of the world’s most glamourous film events, which runs until September 12.- Murdoch biopic -The festival […]
Lebanon archaeological finds showcase rich heritage despite war woes
From a Roman temple to ancient olive presses, Lebanon keeps turning up archaeological treasures even as the latest Israel-Hezbollah war has caused excavations to grind to a halt at precious heritage sites in the country’s south. Important discoveries in recent years include the remains of columns and bases from a Roman temple in Maasser al-Shouf […]
The chaotic saga of Kanye West’s planned Russian concerts
From the announcement of his concerts last week to a venue backing out days later, US rap star Kanye West’s two planned shows in Russia have captivated the country, with officials divided about whether they should go ahead. West, who goes by the stage name “Ye”, has been barred from several European countries over past […]
Celine Dion arrives in France ahead of sold-out comeback dates
Canadian superstar Celine Dion arrived in Paris on Friday two weeks ahead of the first of her sold-out comeback concerts in the French capital. The singer headed to the Royal Monceau luxury hotel near the Champs-Elysees, where a crowd of admirers behind security barriers cheered her and shouted “Céline, we love you!”.”I’ve always felt supported […]
US judge urged to rebuff restoring Trump name to Kennedy Center
Opponents of a plan to restore US President Donald Trump’s name to the Kennedy Center urged a federal judge on Thursday to block the move, calling it “open defiance” of his previous rulings. Judge Christopher Cooper ordered Trump’s name removed from the facade of the performing arts center in May but the Republican president’s handpicked […]
Guns, drugs and car chases: GTA 6 preview lands on Netflix after leaks
Rockstar Games on Thursday launched, for the first time on Netflix, a preview of its hotly anticipated next installment in the Grand Theft Auto franchise, which will be released in November after a months-long delay and recent leaks. The 26-minute preview of GTA 6 showcased an array of characters and scenes set in Vice City, the Miami-like […]
A lasting Dolly Parton legacy: childhood literacy
To nine-year-old Zenaida, it wasn’t Dolly Parton’s storied country music career that made her so great. It’s the entertainment icon’s beloved Imagination Library book donation program that has had the biggest impact on the young girl’s life.”These are the first books I learned how to read,” Zenaida told AFP late Wednesday, flipping through Parton’s “Coat […]