Today: September 19, 2024
Today: September 19, 2024

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Striking video game actors use Comic-Con as platform for a new deal

While pop culture fans from around the world eagerly returned for the first San Diego Comic-Con since last year's dual writers and actors strikes, video game

Striking video game actors use Comic-Con as platform for a new deal
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New 'Dexter' sequel starring Michael C. Hall announced at Comic-Con

The “Dexter” universe is expanding, with everyone’s favorite serial killer coming back from the dead

New 'Dexter' sequel starring Michael C. Hall announced at Comic-Con
Arts|Entertainment|Europe

Missing Henry VIII portrait spotted on X by eagle-eyed art historian

Missing Henry VIII portrait spotted on X by eagle-eyed art historian

Missing Henry VIII portrait spotted on X by eagle-eyed art historian
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Prince’s ‘Purple Rain’ turns 40, and one thing still rings true: Its authenticity

Prince’s ‘Purple Rain’ turns 40, and one thing still rings true: Its authenticity

Prince’s ‘Purple Rain’ turns 40, and one thing still rings true: Its authenticity
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‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ fuels an already hot summer box office, opens at $96 million

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ fuels an already hot summer box office, opens at $96 million

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ fuels an already hot summer box office, opens at $96 million
Arts|Entertainment|Lifestyle|MidEast

‘Every moment we live must be documented’: A doll, letters and keys help displaced Gazans hold onto their identity

‘Every moment we live must be documented’: A doll, letters and keys help displaced Gazans hold onto their identity

‘Every moment we live must be documented’: A doll, letters and keys help displaced Gazans hold onto their identity
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Drag queens shine at Olympics opening, but 'Last Supper' tableau draws criticism

In an unprecedented display of inclusivity, drag queens took center stage at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, showcasing the vibrant and influential role of the French LGBTQ+ community

Drag queens shine at Olympics opening, but 'Last Supper' tableau draws criticism
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Apache Christ icon controversy sparks debate over Indigenous Catholic faith practices

The congregation at St. Joseph Apache Mission in the Mescalero Reservation in New Mexico, is struggling to deal with the hurt caused by their priest removing a cherished painting called the Apache Christ, which portrays Jesus as an Indigenous holy man

Apache Christ icon controversy sparks debate over Indigenous Catholic faith practices
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Olympics-Dion makes return to live stage in Paris opening ceremony

Celine Dion made a comeback to the live stage on Friday singing Edith Piaf's classic "L'Hymne A l'Amour" to close the Paris Olympics opening ceremony.

Olympics-Dion makes return to live stage in Paris opening ceremony
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment

Museum pulls wax figure of Sinead O'Connor after complaints it does not compare to the real thing

A Dublin museum has pulled a wax figure of Sinéad O’Connor from its collection after fans and family members complained that it did not compare to how the late singer looked

Museum pulls wax figure of Sinead O'Connor after complaints it does not compare to the real thing
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Joyce DiDonato stars in `Eden in Olympia' coinciding with Paris Games, a call to climate action

While much of the globe is focused on the Paris Olympics, a movie filmed in ancient Olympia starring mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato premiered this week that uses music to spark contemplation of creation and carnage

Joyce DiDonato stars in `Eden in Olympia' coinciding with Paris Games, a call to climate action
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Pharrell advocates for reviving arts competitions for 2028 Olympics at Louis Vuitton event

If given the chance, Pharrell Williams would reintroduce arts competition into the Olympics, reviving a tradition that’s been missing for nearly 80 years

Pharrell advocates for reviving arts competitions for 2028 Olympics at Louis Vuitton event
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‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ brings Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman and some friends to jolt Comic-Con

“Deadpool & Wolverine” has swept through Comic-Con, with its hordes of Marvel fans, with a surprise screening and the film's stars and thousands of fans

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ brings Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman and some friends to jolt Comic-Con
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North Texan comes home to lead Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus into new era

North Texan comes home to lead Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus into new era

North Texan comes home to lead Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus into new era
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New York's Public Theater to celebrate reopening of Central Park stage with all-star cast

Lupita Nyong’o, Peter Dinklage, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Sandra Oh will help reopen the newly revitalized Delacorte Theater in Central Park in a free production of “Twelfth Night.”

New York's Public Theater to celebrate reopening of Central Park stage with all-star cast
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‘An insight into Diana’s life’: Princess’ handwritten letters go on sale

‘An insight into Diana’s life’: Princess’ handwritten letters go on sale

‘An insight into Diana’s life’: Princess’ handwritten letters go on sale
Arts|Environment|Europe

UK climate duo who threw soup at Van Gogh's 'Sunflowers' found guilty of criminal damage

Two climate protesters from Just Stop Oil who threw tinned soup at Vincent van Gogh's "Sunflowers" painting in London's National Gallery in 2022 were on Thursday found guilty of

UK climate duo who threw soup at Van Gogh's 'Sunflowers' found guilty of criminal damage
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New reality TV show 'Playground' puts dance studio dramas center stage

The reality of a dance career is that it’s tough

New reality TV show 'Playground' puts dance studio dramas center stage
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A Minute With: Louis Theroux on new documentary and dream interviewees 

By Sarah Mills Documentary filmmaker Louis Theroux hopes his provocative film "Tell Them You Love Me" will encourage audiences to think about issues like consent and sexual assault. 

A Minute With: Louis Theroux on new documentary and dream interviewees 
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The ‘Olympic Picasso’ finally finds recognition for his athletics-inspired art

The ‘Olympic Picasso’ finally finds recognition for his athletics-inspired art

The ‘Olympic Picasso’ finally finds recognition for his athletics-inspired art
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Sotheby's bets on Chinese spending with Hong Kong retail outlet

Sotheby's embarks on a new kind of selling in Hong Kong on Saturday, with its first retail outlet, stocking anything from collectable trainers to dinosaur fossils,

Sotheby's bets on Chinese spending with Hong Kong retail outlet
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Charli XCX, Ghetts and The Last Dinner Party among Mercury Prize nominees

Singer-songwriter Charli XCX, rapper Ghetts and indie rock band The Last Dinner Party are among the nominees for this year's Mercury Prize, organisers of the British music award

Charli XCX, Ghetts and The Last Dinner Party among Mercury Prize nominees
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The photographer capturing climbers at dizzying heights

The photographer capturing climbers at dizzying heights

The photographer capturing climbers at dizzying heights
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Hipgnosis shares soar as Blackstone bid raises prospect of bidding war

Shares of Hipgnosis Songs Fund soared as much as 20% on Monday after Blackstone proposed to buy the owner of music rights by artists including Shakira

Hipgnosis shares soar as Blackstone bid raises prospect of bidding war
Arts|Education

In a reversal, Georgia now says districts can use state funding to teach AP Black studies classes

Georgia state Superintendent Richard Woods now says the state will pay for districts to teach a new Advanced Placement course in African American Studies

In a reversal, Georgia now says districts can use state funding to teach AP Black studies classes

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