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Cannes Film Festival announces full 2024 lineup

Ali Abbasi's "The Apprentice," a drama depicting Donald Trump, and Andrea Arnold's "Bird," starring Barry Keoghan and Franz Rogowski, stand out as notable entries in this year's Cannes competition.

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Cast of Amy Winehouse biopic hit red carpet for London premiere

Actress Marisa Abela and the male lead Jack O’Connell, arrived in black attire for the London premiere of "Back to Black," a new biopic exploring the life and enduring influence of the iconic singer.

Lifestyle

In pictures: Muslims across the world celebrate Eid-al-Fitr

Eid al-Fitr is observed over the first three days of Shawwal, the tenth month in the Islamic calendar, starting with the sighting of the new moon.

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Kiss sells entire music catalogue in multi-million dollar deal

Following the mega money deal, fans can expect a Kiss biopic, a documentary chronicling their legendary journey, and an immersive avatar experience.

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Rare 400-year-old chocolate book heads to auction in Portugal

Deemed the oldest book dedicated entirely to chocolate,"Un Discurso del Chocolate" is going under the hammer in Portugal at a starting price of €2000.

Art

Traditional puppet making techniques kept alive at Armenian theatre

In the heart of Gyumri, Armenia, the Stepan Alikhanyan Puppet Theatre stands as a guardian of tradition and creativity. At its core lies the skilled hands of 66-year-old Ashot Edigaryan, a master puppet maker devoted to keeping the art alive.

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Archaeologists discover extraordinary Roman villa complex in UK

Discoveries within the Roman villa complex include small votive axes, 'Samian' style red-slip pottery, numerous coins, and a puzzling collection of tightly-coiled lead scrolls.

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Ukrainian salt mines captured by Russia recreated in Minecraft

UNITED24 have recreated the famous Soledar salt mines in Minecraft to rebuild a school destroyed by Russian aggression.

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Adidas cease German football shirts amid Nazi symbolism controversy

The moves to withdraw shirts with number 44 came after it was pointed out that the two fours together resembled the stylized SS used by the Nazi Party’s Schutzstaffel group.

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Netflix recreate Prince Andrew disaster interview in 'Scoop'

Netflix latest drama, 'Scoop', offers a behind-the-scenes look at Prince Andrew's disastrous 2019 interview addressing allegations of sexual misconduct.

Art

Ukrainian sculptor accepted into prestigious British arts society

Established in 1823 to provide an alternative to the Royal Academy, the Royal Society of British Artists (RBA) currently comprises over 100 elected members, showcasing their work annually at the Mall Galleries in London.

Art

World Nature Photography Awards 2024: Check out the winning images

Among thousands of submissions, Tracey Lund from the UK claimed the top prize with her stunning image of gannets hunting beneath the waves off the Shetland Islands.

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Czech town's passion play draws hundreds in spectacular Easter display

In the lead-up to Easter Sunday, the town of Zdar nad Sazavou in the Czech Republic hosted its annual passion play, depicting the final days of the life of Jesus Christ.

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Beyoncé's country album 'Cowboy Carter': Euronews Culture's verdict

Queen B's 8th album has dropped - and two members of the Euronews Culture team share their verdict.

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Why is Kim Kardashian being sued over tables?

The Donald Judd Foundation has filed a lawsuit against Kim Kardashian, alleging that she falsely attributed the design of her tables and chairs to the late minimalist artist.

Art

The must-see European art exhibitions to check out this spring

Europe is a treasure trove of top-notch art exhibitions, and this spring is no different! Check out our favourite picks that you won't want to miss.

Art

Artists spray portraits of Navalny behind Soviet monument in Vienna

Austrian graffiti duo Joel Gamnou painted the portraits, receiving mostly positive feedback from the public, although criticism arose from certain groups alleging political misuse of the wall.

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Beloved eagle owl retires after three decades at Warwick Castle

Ernie, the wise African Verreaux's eagle owl, is spreading his wings for a well-deserved retirement after charming audiences for three decades at the UK's Warwick Castle.

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Influential American sculptor Richard Serra dies at 85

The famed American artist and sculptor was most known for turning curving walls of rusting steel and other malleable materials into large-scale pieces of outdoor artwork that are now dotted across the world.

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Infamous 'Titanic' door sells for staggering €663,000 at auction

The door wasn't the only prop from 'Titanic' to find a new owner: the dress worn by Winslet in the film's climactic scene fetched $118,750 (€110,000).

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