Irish music festival bans IDF veteran from attending in name of 'safe, welcoming, inclusive space'
The Rewild Festival, an Irish music festival, prevented an IDF veteran from attending, festival organizers confirmed on Saturday.
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Confessions of a Shopaholic: a charming Isla Fisher romcom worth taking to the checkout
The PJ Hogan-directed film may not have the polish of The Devil Wears Prada but it has new relevance in the buy now, pay later era
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A cathartic play unpacks the pain of heartbreak with classic breakup songs: ‘As close to a universal experience as one gets’
Heartbreak Hotel draws on the wisdom of Céline Dion, Prince and Elvis, as well as a rich repository of literature about grief and broken hearts
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How Brittany Cartwright feels about ex Jax Taylor’s romance with her publicist and ‘good friend’ Lori Krebs
Brittany Cartwright feels blindsided and hurt by her publicist Lori Krebs’ newly exposed romance with the “Valley” star’s estranged husband, Jax Taylor.
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‘Blue Lagoon’ director tried to force Brooke Shields into real-life romance with co-star
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The best celebrity outfits from Wimbledon 2026: Kate Middleton, Jennifer Lopez and more
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Plan your summer escape to Yaamava’s epic 40th b-day party
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Ariana Grande fuels Ricky Alvarez dating rumors with another wild lyric change
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Six late-summer music festivals worth travelling to, from Carthage in Tunisia to Mahrajan in London | The National
While the early summer festivals – from Sandbox in Egypt and Jazzablanca in Morocco, to Primavera in Spain and Bear Stone in Croatia – are done for the year, some of the season’s most distinctive music festivals still lie ahead. This month will see the return of major Arab gatherings, including Jerash Festival in Jo…
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Author Emma Grey’s mom inspired her love for imaginary worlds
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Israeli defence minister seeks pardon for soldier who killed Palestinian
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has requested that President Isaac Herzog pardon Elor Azaria, a former Israeli soldier convicted for killing an incapacitated Palestinian in Hebron, Israeli media reported.
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How Hunter Biden’s motel interview with Nick Fuentes was faked for the cameras
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Mystery buyer of iconic St. Barth mountaintop mansion revealed
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Inside Hollywood agency Verve’s struggles from client exodus to late rent payments
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Paramount taps well-known crisis comms firm as David Ellison wages public legal battle over $110B Warner Bros. deal
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Sam Neill’s ex details the late ‘Jurassic Park’ actor’s ‘pretty sick’ final days after ‘sudden’ death
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Yoo Ah-in spotted with director Jang Jae-hyun, fueling 'Vampire' casting rumors
Actor Yoo Ah-in was spotted with film director Jang Jae-hyun at the premiere of the upcoming film "Hope" on Monday, fueling speculation that he may join the director's next project.
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Hong Kong Book Fair vendors on the same page about this year’s sales
Event, which runs in tandem with Sports and Leisure Expo and World of Snacks, to open on Wednesday at Convention and Exhibition Centre
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Hong Kong Book Fair vendors on the same page about this year’s sales
Event, which runs in tandem with Sports and Leisure Expo and World of Snacks, to open on Wednesday at Convention and Exhibition Centre
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13th Kinshasa International Film Festival opens
Born out of a belief that Africans should watch African films and tell their own stories, the Kinshasa International Film Festival opened its doors for its 13th year in the Congolese capital.
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Iran-backed Lego AI propaganda channel claims regime behind Graham's death, threatens Laura Loomer
The Iranian regime-backed "Explosive Media" Lego AI-generated propaganda channel published a video claiming that the regime was behind the death of US senator Lindsey Graham on Sunday.
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Israeli defence minister seeks pardon for soldier who killed Palestinian
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has requested that President Isaac Herzog pardon Elor Azaria, a former Israeli soldier convicted for killing an incapacitated Palestinian in Hebron, Israeli media reported.
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Historian says it’s racist to question her — after her book about slavery pulled from shelves over inaccuracies
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Turkish Navy ships vists Syrian Latakia port after NATO summit in first since civil war
Turkish naval ships made a visit to Syria’s Latakia port on Monday, according to Turkish government media, the first since the beginning of Syria’s civil war.
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New Napoli coach Allegri looking to follow Conte's winning path again
The new SSC Napoli coach, Massimiliano Allegri, right, holds a club’s jersey with club president Aurelio De Laurentiis, during a presentation press conference at the San Carlo Theater, in Naples, Italy, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. (Alessandro Garofalo/LaPresse via AP)
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Shania Twain pokes fun at missing Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding for one of the bride’s exes
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Kim Kardashian’s boyfriend, Lewis Hamilton, hangs with her kids in sweet new selfies
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St. Petersburg Election Candidate Jailed 10 Days for Social Media Posts
A judge in St. Petersburg has sentenced a local activist and political candidate to 10 days in jail for displaying “extremist” symbols in social media posts he made in 2021, the exiled news outlet Mediazona reported Tuesday.
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St. Petersburg Election Candidate Jailed 10 Days for Old Social Media Posts
A judge in St. Petersburg has sentenced a local activist and political candidate to 10 days in jail for displaying “extremist” symbols in social media posts he made in 2021, the exiled news outlet Mediazona reported Tuesday.
· The Moscow Times
TikTok policy chief defends safety measures amid EU push to limit children's social media access
TikTok's policy chief defended the platform's safety measures as the European Union pushes ahead with restricting children's access to social media amid intensifying scrutiny of tech giants.
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China sends a message to Pacific islands amid their unease over missile test
Solomons prime minister has pledged to review China pact while advancing talks on a comprehensive treaty with Australia
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China sends a message to Pacific islands amid their unease over missile test
Solomons prime minister has pledged to review China pact while advancing talks on a comprehensive treaty with Australia
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Chinese actor becomes vegetable vendor after surge in AI-generated microdramas | South China Morning Post
According to a report released by the Communication University of China, 95 per cent of the estimated 128,000 microdrama series launched in the first quarter of 2026 were AI-generated.
Justin Baldoni challenges Blake Lively’s ‘excessive’ request after breaking silence on legal war
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CNBC survey mocked after top 10 ‘worst places to live’ are all red states
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· Fox News
At this stunning Vietnamese mountain resort, luxury meets local culture
Nestled among protected terraced rice paddies 200km from Hanoi, Garrya Mu Cang Chai blends bamboo, wellness and local Hmong tradition
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At this stunning Vietnamese mountain resort, luxury meets local culture
Nestled among protected terraced rice paddies 200km from Hanoi, Garrya Mu Cang Chai blends bamboo, wellness and local Hmong tradition
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EU demands ‘youth mode’ to protect children from addictive social media features
The addictive features include infinite scroll, autoplay, push notifications and highly personalised recommender systems
· Agence France-Presse
EU demands ‘youth mode’ to protect children from addictive social media features
The addictive features include infinite scroll, autoplay, push notifications and highly personalised recommender systems
· Agence France-Presse
Acclaimed Hong Kong veteran film producer Shi Nan-sun dies at 75 | South China Morning Post
Shi died peacefully of multiple organ failure, said Film Workshop, the company she co-founded with former husband Tsui Hark.
Strengthening ‘ticket economy’ among Hong Kong lawmaker’s proposals for sports industry
Other ideas from DAB’s Vincent Cheng include involving restaurants, retailers, attractions and hotels, and cultivating ‘home fans’ culture
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Strengthening ‘ticket economy’ among Hong Kong lawmaker’s proposals for sports industry
Other ideas from DAB’s Vincent Cheng include involving restaurants, retailers, attractions and hotels, and cultivating ‘home fans’ culture
· Mike Chan
China boy, 12, inspires millions after defying muscle-wasting disease prognosis of living past 3
‘Little warrior’ Zou graduates from primary school, thanks to his family’s devotion and warmth of teachers and classmates
· Zoey Zhang
China boy, 12, inspires millions after defying muscle-wasting disease prognosis of living past 3
‘Little warrior’ Zou graduates from primary school, thanks to his family’s devotion and warmth of teachers and classmates
· Zoey Zhang
Ogie Diaz says Bea Alonzo, Vincent Co quietly wed in Makati
MANILA, Philippines — Actress Bea Alonzo and businessman Vincent Co have reportedly tied the knot in a private civil ceremony in Makati City, according to talent manager and showbiz commentator Ogie Diaz, months after reports that the couple's supposed wedding in Spain had been called off.
· Iza Iglesias
Spain bull run injuries hit 57 after chaotic final day in Pamplona
Gorings and broken bones are common, partly due to the large number of novice runners and foreign tourists joining the San Fermin festival
· Agence France-Presse
Spain bull run injuries hit 57 after chaotic final day in Pamplona
Gorings and broken bones are common, partly due to the large number of novice runners and foreign tourists joining the San Fermin festival
· Agence France-Presse
JYP says TWICE contract talks continue amid report Tzuyu may leave agency
MANILA, Philippines — JYP Entertainment said Tuesday that contract renewal discussions with TWICE members remain ongoing after South Korean media reported that Taiwanese singer Tzuyu is expected to leave the agency following 11 years under its management.
· Iza Iglesias