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As the Republican Party undergoes an ideological shift, some of its more prominent members are seeking to roll back rights and limit free expression. However, pop culture trends show that many still reject far-right explanations of inequality and political alienation.

Avihu Pinhasov, who threw a riotous ‘concert’ on an Israeli army base, got his soldiers disciplined but may have earned them more sympathy and understanding than their government.

  • Bandmates of Beyond’s lead singer lash out at pair arrested for vandalising grave, with late star’s brother condemning suspects as ‘shameless, pitiful and detestable’
  • Police arrest 15-year-old and 23-year-old after videos emerge of attack on grave of Wong Ka-kui, reportedly fourth vandalism case targeting site in six years

Hitting the slopes is one thing, but turning great runs into mega-millions with lucrative off-piste businesses and endorsements? That’s a talent these 7 skiers and snowboarders have in common.

Founded in 1830 by a 14-year-old boy, the Mormon church’s practices have often been met with scepticism – but which celebrities were raised on its doctrines, and who still practises?

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McCartney wealth is estimated at US$1.26 billion, partly due to government plans to scrap the ‘non-dom tax status’ where people do not pay tax on overseas earnings, and Beyoncé covering a Beatles’ song, the Sunday Times Rich List said.

Rossdale and his new girlfriend Xhoana X recently went on holiday to Cabo San Lucas, where they showed off some PDA – the blonde has also been described as the spitting image of his ex, Stefani

Hotel Groove is in entertainment complex Tokyu Kabukicho Tower, where a 900-seat traditional kabuki theatre will open soon – but did you know the buzzy nightlife district is named after the drama form?

Simpson found fame as a pop star and counts Kylie Jenner and Gigi Hadid as exes; he paused his music career to revive his childhood swimming dreams and aims to compete at Paris 2024

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Soprano Lise Davidsen, whose debut in Strauss’ Salome at Paris Opéra Bastille drew fans to the French capital, is one of classical music’s biggest draws, admired for her amazing voice.

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Hollywood nepo baby Dakota has 6 different half-siblings, including her dad’s oldest son, Jesse Johnson, who’s also an actor and shows up to support her at premieres

Israel’s Golan finished in a respectable 5th place at this weekend’s Eurovision Song Contest, despite pushback – so what do we know about the talented 20-year-old?

Whether Justin Levine is Angelina Jolie’s new beau or it’s just a rumour, we take a look at the talented Tony-winning composer who bears a passing resemblance to Taylor Swift’s ex Matty Healy

‘The late, great Hannibal Lecter is a wonderful man,’ former US President Donald Trump said at a rally, referencing the fictional cannibal from 1991 film Silence of the Lambs.

Tree Paine has her own PR company and just one very important client, Taylor Swift – here’s what you need to know about the publicist who’s had Tay Tay’s back for years

Swedish police say a man was questioned for threatening a Eurovision employee inside Malmo Arena following the competition’s second semi-final.

When Frankie Valli accepted his star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame last week, only 2 of his 3 sons were present to celebrate the honour – his eldest Francesco Valli Jr was nowhere to be seen

TikTok-famous ‘Water’ singer Tyla just made her debut at the Met Gala in a Balmain figure-hugging dress made of sand – the South African starlet stunned the fashion world with her unique ‘fit

A writer on HBO series Succession has created a new ending for Puccini’s unfinished opera Turandot. Susan Soon He Stanton talks about updating the tale of the murderous Chinese princess.

Roan caught the music world’s attention with her YouTube cover videos and after several setbacks, she dominated 2023 by going on tour with Olivia Rodrigo and releasing her debut album

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Swift seems to know all too well that wearing pieces by small independent brands will get them noticed – here are some of our favourites from the last year

New York’s Metropolitan Opera hosted four women conductors in one landmark week. They talk about their journeys in a ‘very conservative’ industry, the progress they see, and the work still to be done.

Techno DJ Olivia Dawn Mok, aka Xiaolin, is releasing contemporary takes on some Cantopop classics to remind the world of Hong Kong’s musical influence in the 1980s and 90s.

Kournikova and Iglesias met on the set of his steamy ‘Escape’ music video, but these days the global superstars prefer to stay out of the limelight and spend time at home with their 3 children

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The Canadian superstar has been embroiled in a ‘diss track’ feud with Kendrick Lamar, though there is no indication that the incident is linked to the rap battle.

Taylor Swift has spent a significant amount of time in London, and her love for the city has been immortalised in her songs – and fans can visit all her favourite spots as long as they are paying attention.

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The Met Gala, one of the most exclusive events of the year, was titled ‘Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion’ with the dress code Garden of Time for 2024 – so which A-lister pulled it off best?