Daft Punk’s Thomas Bangalter announces new album ‘Mirage – Ballet For 16 Dancers’
French electro pioneer Thomas Bangalter continues his musical pivot, collaborating with choreographer Damien Jalet and contemporary artist Kōhei Nawa. Read More
Foo Fighters return: Verdict on new album ‘Your Favorite Toy’ & their essential records
Following 2023’s stellar ‘But Here We Are’, Foo Fighters are back with a new band member and a no-frills, back-to-basics sound. Where does ‘Your Favorite Toy’ land in their discography?…
Harrowing image of children clinging to detained father named World Press Photo of the Year
The image, showing two young girls clinging to their father as he is detained in New York, was chosen from over 57,000 entries. Read More
War, satire & resistance: Peabody Awards 2026 winners revealed
From ‘Adolescence’ and ‘Pluribus’ to Gaza war reporting, the 2026 Peabody winners highlight storytelling that prioritises impact over ratings, spanning entertainment, documentary and public service. Read More
‘Block The Merger’: Celebrities react as shareholders approve Paramount takeover of Warner Bros
The $111 billion deal that would see Paramount Skydance take over Warner Bros. Discovery took another step closer to reality after WBD shareholders voted in favour of the merger. This…
Eurovision crisis: Slovenia to broadcast films about Palestine instead of this year’s Eurovision
Slovenia joins Ireland and Spain in not broadcasting this year’s Eurovision Song Contest after a decision to boycott the live event over Israel’s participation. Read More
Rising to the challenge: Hermès wants to make its men’s watches as famous as its bags and silks
Hermès Executive Vice President Guillaume des Seynes wants more men to buy the brand’s watches in the French firm’s stores in order to emulate its enormous success with silks and…
Maggie Gyllenhaal named Venice Film Festival jury president for 2026 edition
“Venice has always supported truthful, singular voices, and I am honored to play a part in continuing that brave and necessary tradition,” said Gyllenhaal. Read More
A family affair? Michael Jackson family and biopic stars defend ‘Michael’ despite very poor reviews
It could be the film to beat for the title of 2026’s most soulless release… But (most of) the Jackson family are defending the MJ biopic ‘Michael’, which could beat…
Ship sunk by Sir Francis Drake in the 16th century found in the Spanish bay of Cadiz
Researchers have recovered the wreck of the San Giorgio e Sant’Elmo Buonaventura, sunk during the British attack on the port of Cadiz. The wreck preserved food, American dyes and DNA…