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Wu-Tang Clan co-founder Oliver ‘Power’ Grant dies aged 52
While not a performing member of the group, Grant was one of the founding members of Wu-Tang Clan and executive produced the group’s early recordings – including their seminal debut album, 1993’s ‘Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)’.
Qatar in Motion
Bridging Traditions from Qatar to South America
In partnership with Media City
In this episode, Laila travels to Chile to witness first-hand how creative collaboration is becoming Qatar’s signature on the world stage. What does it mean when murals, music, and marketplaces become canvases for international dialogue? We speak to the creatives who are taking the lead.
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U2 releases short documentary to mark 4th anniversary of Ukraine war
Irish rockers U2 have released a short documentary directed by Ukrainian filmmaker Ilya Mikhaylus to marking the fourth anniversary of Russia invading his home country. The film is part of the Irish band's "Days of Ash" EP project.
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How Rap and Hip-Hop are transforming France and its language
On International Mother Language Day, we look at how rap and hip-hop artists are mixing languages and spreading a vernacular that captures the contemporary Francophone world: multi-ethnic, multilingual, and shaped by migration.
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White House hits back at ‘loser’ Bruce Springsteen ahead of US tour
Springsteen's tour is billed as a “celebration” and “defense” of “America, American democracy, American freedom - all of which are under attack by our wannabe king and his rogue government in Washington, D.C.". Naturally, the White House aren't too thrilled about the upcoming US leg of the tour.
Cinema
'Brat' at Berlinale: what's behind the neon green posters?
"Being cheeky and caring only about yourself" – that’s what fans of singer Charli xcx call "brat". Last summer's hottest pop trend has now been wrapped up for the big screen in 'The Moment' - a mockumentary where Charli plays herself in the lead role.
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Survey: 'Who better represents America?' - Bad Bunny or Donald Trump?
A recent survey has revealed that a majority of Americans think Bad Bunny better represents America compared to Donald Trump, who lashed out at the Puerto Rican singer's Super Bowl halftime show - the first sung exclusively in Spanish.
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Investigation clears Bad Bunny Super Bowl show of rule violation
US Conservative lawmakers called for a federal investigation into Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show... And they should have kept quiet. An investigation by the Federal Communications Commission has proved that the Puerto Rican superstar’s show did not violate any rules.
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Tony Grox and LUCYCALYS win Benidorm Fest 2026 with 'T AMARÉ'
The duo from Granada has conquered the fifth edition of the Alicante contest with a track that mixes flamenco and electronica. The pair wowed the audience at the Palau d'Esports and the jury with a powerful performance of their viral hit and an aesthetic that reinvented Andalusia.
