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Chinese lantern festival lights up for Lunar New Year
Chinese lantern festival lights up for Lunar New Year
In southwest China’s Sichuan province, the annual Zigong International Lantern Festival kicked off on Friday, showcasing the centuries-old art of illuminated lanterns on a grand scale. MORE..
Harry Styles announces global tour dates with 30 nights in New York City
Harry Styles announces global tour dates with 30 nights in New York City
Harry Styles is officially getting ready for a seven-city residency, with the singer announcing his upcoming world tour, Together Together, on Thursday via Instagram. MORE..
Vampire thriller ‘Sinners’ leads all Oscar nominees with 16 nods
Vampire thriller ‘Sinners’ leads all Oscar nominees with 16 nods
‘Sinners,’ a Segregation-era vampire thriller starring Michael B. Jordan, stormed into the awards race on Thursday with the most Academy Award nominations of any film this year, landing a record 16 nods. MORE..
The Eagles’ ‘Greatest Hits’ is the first album in US history to sell over 40M units
The Eagles’ ‘Greatest Hits’ is the first album in US history to sell over 40M units
Take it easy and go quadruple diamond. The Eagles’ 1976 album “Their Greatest Hits 1971-1975” the bestselling album of all time in the U.S., has officially sold over 40 million units. That’s according to new certification from the Recording Industry Association of America. MORE..
Hollywood isn’t pushing unreasonably high beauty standards - Ashton Kutcher
Hollywood isn’t pushing unreasonably high beauty standards - Ashton Kutcher
US actor Ashton Kutcher has said he believes Hollywood is not pushing unreasonably high beauty standards, adding that wider society is to blame for the increasing desire to look perfect. MORE..
Taylor Swift makes history as she joins Songwriters Hall of Fame
Taylor Swift makes history as she joins Songwriters Hall of Fame
Taylor Swift has become the youngest female artist inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. MORE..
Netflix updates Warner Bros bid to all-cash offer
Netflix updates Warner Bros bid to all-cash offer
Netflix has updated its offer for Warner Bros Discovery’s streaming and film business and will pay completely in cash - as it looks to fend off rival Paramount Skydance in pursuit of the Hollywood studio. MORE..
Sabina Yousaf departs to US to represent Sri Lanka at 41st Mrs. World Pageant
Sabina Yousaf departs to US to represent Sri Lanka at 41st Mrs. World Pageant
Mrs. Sri Lanka World Sabina Yousaf has departed from the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) early this morning (21) to represent Sri Lanka at the 41st Mrs. World Pageant, which will be held in the United States. MORE..
Lonely Planet highlights 13 must-visit beaches across Sri Lanka
Lonely Planet highlights 13 must-visit beaches across Sri Lanka
Renowned travel guide Lonely Planet has highlighted 13 must-visit beaches across Sri Lanka, showcasing the island’s diverse and picturesque coastline that continues to attract visitors from around the world. MORE..
Taylor Swift label UMG inks licensing deal with China’s NetEase Cloud Music
Taylor Swift label UMG inks licensing deal with China’s NetEase Cloud Music
U.S.-based Universal Music Group struck a deal with Chinese music streaming service NetEase Cloud Music, the two music companies announced Monday. MORE..
Celebrated Italian fashion designer Valentino dies aged 93
Celebrated Italian fashion designer Valentino dies aged 93
Valentino Garavani, the jet-set Italian designer whose high-glamour gowns — often in his trademark shade of “Valentino red” — were fashion show staples for nearly half a century, has died at home in Rome, his foundation announced Monday. He was 93. MORE..
Zoe Saldaña dethrones Scarlett Johansson as highest-grossing actor of all time
Zoe Saldaña dethrones Scarlett Johansson as highest-grossing actor of all time
The recent blockbuster success of “Avatar: Fire And Ash” (2025) has given Zoe Saldaña a new career milestone as the highest-grossing actor of all time. MORE..
‘Are you dead?’ Chinese app for single living goes viral
‘Are you dead?’ Chinese app for single living goes viral
An app called “Are you dead” targeted at people living alone has gone viral in China, with surging downloads and widespread commentary on social media, prompting the company to introduce a subscription fee and change its name for a global audience. MORE..
Star Wars boss departs after leading franchise reboot
Star Wars boss departs after leading franchise reboot
Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down after 14 years at the helm of the studio that makes Star Wars, one of the highest-grossing Hollywood franchises in history. MORE..
Netflix inks global deal to stream Sony Pictures’ films after theatrical window
Netflix inks global deal to stream Sony Pictures’ films after theatrical window
Netflix and Sony Pictures Entertainment have reached a new agreement that would bring films such as “Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse” to the streaming giant’s customers worldwide after they play in cinemas, the companies said on Thursday. MORE..
Harry Styles announces fourth album - with intriguing title
Harry Styles announces fourth album - with intriguing title
After 1,336 days, the wait is over for Harry Styles fans - he has announced his return to music. MORE..
K-Pop sensation BTS announces return with new world tour
K-Pop sensation BTS announces return with new world tour
Chart-topping K-pop boy band BTS announced on Tuesday it will embark on a concert tour starting in April after the release of its first new album in more than three years. MORE..
Controversial Dilbert cartoonist Scott Adams dies aged 68
Controversial Dilbert cartoonist Scott Adams dies aged 68
Scott Adams, the US cartoonist who wrote and illustrated the comic strip Dilbert, has died of cancer at the age of 68. MORE..
One Direction famed Zayn Malik teases first-ever world tour in 2026
One Direction famed Zayn Malik teases first-ever world tour in 2026
British pop star Zayn Malik has excited fans by hinting at his first ever world tour in 2026, though specific dates for India are yet to be revealed. MORE..
Mogo Studios releases trailer of Sri Lanka’s first animated film for global audience
Mogo Studios releases trailer of Sri Lanka’s first animated film for global audience
Mogo Studios has released the trailer of Sri Lanka’s first animated film for a global audience, “The Secret of the Moonstone”. MORE..
Golden Globes 2026: The full list of winners
Golden Globes 2026: The full list of winners
The Golden Globe Awards have been handed out in Los Angeles, honouring the best in film and television of the past 12 months. MORE..
Chalamet beats DiCaprio at Hollywood’s Golden Globes
Chalamet beats DiCaprio at Hollywood’s Golden Globes
Timothee Chalamet triumphed in one of the most competitive categories at the Golden Globes on Sunday, taking the trophy for best male actor in a movie musical or comedy for his role as a professional table tennis player in “Marty Supreme.” MORE..
Hollywood stars battle for awards at 2026 Golden Globes
Hollywood stars battle for awards at 2026 Golden Globes
Leonardo DiCaprio, Timothée Chalamet and other top names will compete for top honours at the 2026 Golden Globe Awards, a key event in the run-up to the Academy Awards. MORE..
Bob Weir, Grateful Dead co-founder and rhythm guitarist, dead at 78
Bob Weir, Grateful Dead co-founder and rhythm guitarist, dead at 78
Veteran rock musician Bob Weir, the Grateful Dead’s rhythm guitarist who helped guide the legendary jam band through decades of change and success, has died at age 78, according to a statement posted to his verified Instagram account on Saturday. MORE..
‘High School Musical 3’ actor Matt Prokop arrested on alleged child pornography charges
‘High School Musical 3’ actor Matt Prokop arrested on alleged child pornography charges
Former teen actor Matt Prokop has been arrested in Texas and is currently being held without bail following multiple charges, including alleged possession of child pornography. MORE..