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What’s the controversy over Beyoncé’s new wax statue in Paris?

Beyoncé now has her wax double at the famous Paris museum Musée Grévin. And it’s not going down too well...

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B(ard)ella Ciao, Ciao, Ciao: The story of a global resistance anthem

A poster for the upcoming French elections has got us thinking about the resistance anthem 'Bella ciao' - its history, its versatility, its borderless influence.

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Sigourney Weaver to get honorary Golden Lion at Venice Film Festival

The US actress will receive the award at the 81st edition of the festival, which takes place from 28 August – 7 September.

Art

Check out the best of the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards (so far)

A three-headed giraffe and a rock’n’roll sloth. No, this isn’t our pitch for a new Pixar movie directed by David Lynch but some of the animals featured in the Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards 2024. Here are some of the highlights so far.

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Marilyn Monroe's former home declared historic landmark

Marilyn Monroe’s Los Angeles home has been declared a historical cultural monument, making it safe from demolition.

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Why does Marina Abramović want 7 minutes of silence at Glastonbury?

The famous Serbian conceptual artist will take to the Pyramid Stage tonight for seven minutes of silence. Why? And can she pull it off?

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Directors Veronika Franz and Severin Fiala talk 'The Devil’s Bath'

Euronews Culture sat down with directors Veronika Franz and Severin Fiala to discuss 'The Devil's Bath', which shines an unsettling light on a previously unexplored and dark chapter of European history.

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Film of the Week: 'Des Teufels Bad' ('The Devil's Bath')

A period accurate and punishingly bleak portrait of female depression in 18th century Austria sounds like a lot. But 'The Devil’s Bath' is a layered and mesmerizing masterpiece that shouldn’t be missed.

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Are you ready for an AI-generated narration of the Paris Olympics?

NBC is giving the Paris Olympic Games an unlikely twist: an AI-generated voice.

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Isabelle Huppert to receive the prestigious Prix Lumière 2024

The celebrated French actress who wowed audiences in countless films like 'The Piano Teacher', '8 Femmes' and 'Elle' succeeds last year’s laureate Wim Wenders as the Lumière Prize recipient.

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French-Spanish legend Manu Chao to release first album in 17 years

It’s been a hot minute, but he's finally back. Here's why we're excited about 'Viva Tu', Manu Chao's first album in 17 years.

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This artwork has become the most valuable Harry Potter item ever sold

The artwork has fetched a record amount at auction and become the most valuable Harry Potter item ever sold.

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Matthew Perry: ‘Multiple people’ could be charged linked to death

An update has been given on the Friends star's death, with reports suggesting that the investigation is “nearing its conclusion” and that law enforcement officials believe “multiple people” could be charged.

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SXSW drops US Army as sponsor for 2025 festival

South by Southwest - or SXSW - the annual US conglomeration of parallel film, interactive media, and music festivals has dropped its US Army sponsor following protests at this year's event.

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Why is #IStandAgainstJKRowling trending online?

With next week’s general election looming, former Labour donor J.K. Rowling has accused the party of “abandoning” women and reignited passions online with regards to transgender issues. The hashtag #IStandAgainstJKRowling has been trending. Here’s the lowdown.

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Billie Eilish becomes third artist to reach 100 million monthly Spotify listeners

Billie Eilish follows only The Weeknd and Taylor Swift to reach the streaming milestone – and becomes the youngest to do so at the age of 22.

Food and Drink

Pour decision? Why rosé with ice is not a faux pas

Debate rages every summer about ice cubes in wine. Here’s why the controversy around rosé on the rocks needs to be dispelled and why you shouldn't fear the "piscine".

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Is Squid Game getting the Hollywood treatment?

With rumours that there is a remake of Squid Game in the works, we explore whether it's a good idea and which English-language remakes have bucked the trend when it comes to equalling or outshining the original.

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Crazy Town singer Shifty Shellshock who sang ‘Butterfly’ dies aged 49

Shifty Shellshock, whose real name was Seth Binzer, co-founded the band Crazy Town, who were best known for their 1999 hit song ‘Butterfly’.

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The Who’s ‘Quadrophenia’: Get ready for a Mod Ballet

50 years since its release, the legendary concept album by The Who has been reimagined as a stage ballet production which will premiere next year and tour the UK in 2025.

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