David Mouriquand
Lifestyle
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s Venice wedding in pictures and numbers
Bezos and Sánchez’s nuptials have drawn protests all over Venice, which are continuing during their three-day extravaganza. Here are some figures about the couple and their "wedding of the century", as well as snaps of the celebrity arrivals and protests.
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Anna Wintour steps back as US Vogue editor-in-chief after 37 years
Fashion magnate Dame Anna Wintour is stepping down as American Vogue editor-in-chief after 37 years. The British-born editor broke the news at a meeting with the magazine’s staff, announcing that a new role – head of editorial content – would be introduced.
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Celebrated composer of the 'Mission: Impossible' theme dies aged 93
Schifrin won four Grammys and was nominated for six Oscars, and was best known for his TV themes for Mission: Impossible and The Man From U.N.C.L.E., as well as film scores for 'Cool Hand Luke', 'Bullitt' and 'Dirty Harry'.
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Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez arrive in Venice as protests continue
Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos and his bride-to-be Lauren Sánchez have arrived in Venice for their three-day wedding extravaganza. The couple had to change venues for their nuptials, a move that protesters in Venice have called an "enormous victory."
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New James Bond director announced – here's our verdict
Villeneuve, who earned critical acclaim for the Dune franchise, 'Blade Runner 2049' and 'Sicario', said the role is a "massive responsibility". He added: "To me, (Bond is) sacred territory. I intend to honour the tradition and open the path for many new missions to come."
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Syringe attacks during France’s music street festival leave 145 jabbed
Renewed fears of syringe attacks come as 145 people across France reported being stabbed with needles at annual street music festival, La Fête de la Musique. A spokeswoman for the Interior Ministry said: “The ministry is taking this very seriously."
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All you need to know about the Jeff Bezos-Lauren Sánchez wedding
Already described as the "wedding of the century", the nuptials between Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez takes place this week in Venice, Italy. Here's everything you need to know - from the guest lists to price tags and the controversy surrounding the mega-event.
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Keir Starmer vs Kneecap: Will the band still perform at Glastonbury?
Controversial Belfast rap trio Kneecap responded as British PM Keir Starmer and Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch call for a ban of their upcoming Glastonbury set. Will their comments lead to a last-minute cancellation of the band's set this weekend?
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