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Spotify to cut 17% of its workforce despite turning profit

Spotify chief executive Daniel Ek has said he made the “difficult” decision as economic growth has “slowed dramatically”... despite turning a profit of €65m for the September-November quarter.

Art

Banksy’s Brexit mural destroyed in UK

Banksy's Brexit mural, valued at approximately £1.4 million, has been destroyed for good, after a 2019 whitewashing and the demolition of the Dover building.

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Susan Sarandon apologizes for comments about Jews at rally

The actress says she regrets “diminishing” the long history of antisemitism in remarks at a rally last month, which led her agents to drop her.

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Oxford's Word of the Year for 2023 is...

Each year, Oxford University Press chooses a word or expression that has reflected the last 12 months and has potential to have lasting cultural significance or provides a snapshot into history. And this year's word is...

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The Dude’s iconic robe from ‘The Big Lebowski’ could be yours

The famous two-piece outfit will star in a Julien’s Auctions sale celebrating the 25th anniversary of the cult classic film, ‘The Big Lebowski’.

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Compilation glory: 40 years of 'Now That's What I Call Music'

It’s the world’s best-selling compilation album and it celebrated its 40th anniversary this week...

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Film of the Week: 'Perfect Days' - Wim Wenders' best film in decades

Wim Wenders takes a lifetime of wisdom and distils it into a meditative and beautiful tale brimming with poetry.

Design

Let the countdown begin: A guide to the best 2023 advent calendars

It’s the first day of December and that can only mean one thing: The countdown to Christmas has begun. But what kind of advent calendar do you have, and isn't it time you got a better one?

Art

Legendary French-American photographer Elliott Erwitt dies aged 95

The world of photography mourns a singular talent, whose images "have helped build our general understanding of who we are as a society and as humans."

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Iran sends hip-hop artist who rapped about hijab protests back to jail

Iranian rapper Toomaj Salehi was previously charged with "corruption on Earth" and was released from prison two weeks ago after more than a year in custody.

Lifestyle

ChatGPT turns one: The birthday threatening culture and creativity

2023 has seen some of the biggest breakthroughs in artificial intelligence. The readily available ChatGPT is leading the charge. A year after its launch, what has been its impact on culture and the creative world? And should artists be afraid?

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Sir Elton John: Next UK election winner can help stop AIDS by 2030

Sir Elton John has told British MPs that the winner of the next general election can "help to end AIDS worldwide by 2030."

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Masterpiece or fraud? Second Mona Lisa goes on display in Italy

Experts are divided over whether a painting, the so-called "Isleworth Mona Lisa" is a superior Leonardo da Vinci original or an inferior copy...

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Spotify Wrapped 2023: World's most streamed artists and songs revealed

The 2023 edition of Spotify Wrapped reveals this year's most streamed artists, songs and albums. Which ones have you been listening to?

Art

Best of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year People’s Choice Award

Feast your eyes on the nominees for the Wildlife Photographer of the Year People’s Choice Award. And vote for your favourite!

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Who’s on top of Apple Music's 2023 global song chart?

The top 100 tracks on Apple Music in 2023 have been revealed - with some surprises and the continuing dominance of Taylor Swift. (We're not complaining.)

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Dutch version of controversial royal book pulled over race row 'error'

Names have been named in the Dutch version of Omid Scobie's controversial royal book - something which the original English version did not.

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Acclaimed American photographer Larry Fink dies aged 82

The “self-described Marxist from Long Island," Fink was best known for black and white photos of shots of the everyday life of US families, as well as snapshots of wealthy New Yorkers.

Design

Are you ready for Louis Vuitton’s new boots?

From 3D printed shoes to larger than life cartoon styled boots, 2023 has been a challenging year for footwear. Now luxury brand Louis Vuitton has taken it to a whole new level. So, flesh or fashion?

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Culture Re-View: Spare a thought for Schrödinger's Cat

On this day in 1935: Physicist Erwin Schrödinger published his famous thought experiment ‘Schrödinger’s Cat.’

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