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The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week

The old-school glamour of Cartier dazzles at London's V&A, hundreds of previously looted objects make their museum debut in Naples, and a new Norwegian horror dissects Cinderella. Here's what to look out for this week...

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Film of the Week: 'Sinners' - The best film of 2025 so far

Ryan Coogler returns with his most ambitious project yet - a Jim Crow period drama doubling up as a vampire horror that's thrilling and allegorically layered. It's the best film of 2025 so far.

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Desperate Drake claims he was defamed at Super Bowl show and Grammys

The Drake-Kendrick Lamar feud, among the biggest in hip-hop, continues... Drake now claims he was defamed at the Super Bowl halftime show and the Grammys. Universal Music has warned Drake “be careful what you wish for” with this recent complaint update.

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Elton John and Brandi Carlile vs Trump’s cuts to HIV/AIDS relief

“Without prompt action, decades of progress in the global fight against HIV could be reversed, creating a global health crisis that we have both the power and the tools to prevent,” said Elton John in a statement for the new joint-venture.

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The perfect Easter playlist: Hidden stories behind ‘Jesus’ songs

Once you're chocolated out this Easter, how about kicking back with some tunes featuring the word ‘Jesus’ in their titles? Especially because these lyrics often hide meanings that may surprise you...

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London Eurovision Party gives fans a taste of what to expect in Basel

The London Eurovision Party kicked off the 2025 contest in style, with 23 acts performing their songs - giving fans a taste of what to expect in Basel.

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Feast your eyes on the best of Coachella 2025 – Weekend 1 in pictures

From Travis Scott to Post Malone via Lady Gaga, The Go-Go's, Green Day and Sen. Bernie Sanders introducing Clairo, the first weekend of Coachella 2025 has impressed. Here are some of the highlights:

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In Pictures: The week in Culture

If a picture paints a thousand words... Here’s all you need to know or may have missed about this past week in Culture (7 - 11 April 2025).

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Bon Iver's ‘SABLE, fABLE’: Euronews Culture's verdict

With their most joyful and comforting album yet, Bon Iver have finally made it out of the woods.

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Record Store Day: The 10 unmissable releases of 2025

Here are our picks for the best Record Store Day releases for 2025.

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Tallinn Music Week: Politics, identity and 200 brilliant artists

Ukraine, Canada and Taiwan are honoured guests as dozens of musical acts flock to the Baltic capital to symbolically drown out the noisy neighbours.

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Patti Smith announces a new memoir 'Bread of Angels'

The release date of Patti Smith's new memoir is relevant and deeply personal... The singer-songwriter-writer will embark on the European leg of her tour celebrating the 50-year anniversary of her debut album, 'Horses'.

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What are Europe’s music capitals in 2025?

Based on the number of venues, festivals, nightclubs as well as ticket prices, a study has named Europe’s top cities for all your music needs.

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How ‘Freed From Desire’ singer Gala is fighting for her anthem rights

Despite the worldwide success of her hit ‘Freed From Desire’ in the 90s and the anthem’s renewed ubiquity in the 2020s, Italian singer Gala has been living “penniless in Brooklyn with friends in rented rooms” for four years now. Here’s why.

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Colombian court rules Karol G song violated rights of children

The song '+57' generated controversy in Colombia when it was released last year, with organizations that defend the rights of children quickly calling for its removal.

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Ed Sheeran delights Persians by producing Farsi version of 'Azizam'

As Ed Sheeran announces a Farsi version of his latest hit 'Azizam', we take a look at some other times pop stars explored new markets by releasing their music in another language.

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What are the biggest-selling vinyl releases of 2025 (so far)?

How many to do own / celebrate on a daily basis / wish were higher in the rankings?

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Elton John and Madonna end bitter old beef over lip-sync row

Madonna and Elton John kissed and made up backstage on Saturday Night Live, where the British singer was performing alongside Brandi Carlile on 5 April.

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More stellar acts unveiled for Little Simz’ Meltdown Festival

"It's going to be epic," previously said Little Simz. Oh, she wasn't kidding...

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The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week

From healing your inner child at London's Opera Gallery to experiencing first date horror on the big screen — here's what's on the cultural agenda this week.