Cinema, music, arts, festivals and global cultural trends.
In the United States, major late-night shows are reducing their musical performances. For emerging artists, this once crucial stage is giving way to TikTok, YouTube, and independent creators. France resists thanks to radio, but the global battle for music discovery has already changed terrain.
The 2026 New York Film Festival has unveiled a main selection featuring Pedro Pascal, Ava DuVernay, Adam Driver, Godzilla, and major Cannes auteurs. Behind the stars, this lineup is already shaping the next global cinematic battle and awards season.
From August 7 to 9, Cannes transforms the beach of the Palais des Festivals into a global dancefloor. For its 20th anniversary, the festival brings together DJ Snake, Martin Garrix, Amelie Lens, Marshmello, PLK, and a new generation of artists.
Jamaica celebrates 64 years of independence with a program driven by reggae, dancehall, and a diaspora that spreads the island's influence across all continents.
After three years away, Ted Lasso returns to Apple TV with an unprecedented challenge: to coach a second-division women's team and reflect the global rise of women's football.
Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean celebrate the 30th anniversary of The Score in Milton Keynes, at the heart of a festival uniting Africa, the Caribbean, the United States, and Europe.
At 78, John Carpenter transforms a nightmare into a graphic novel and a family album. With "Cathedral", the master of horror bypasses Hollywood and delivers a creative manifesto that resonates strongly in France.
After Coachella and sold-out concerts in the Philippines, BINI made a stop in Los Angeles with the Signals World Tour. Behind the eight artists, all of P-pop is now attempting to reach a global milestone, even if Europe will have to wait.
Deezer reports a net profit in the first half of 2026 while facing nearly 90,000 AI-generated tracks each day. The French platform is turning the detection of synthetic content into a global strategic advantage.
BTS's return propels HYBE beyond 1 trillion won in quarterly revenue. Behind this record, the ARIRANG tour reveals the new economic power of K-pop, from Seoul to Paris.
On August 7 and 8, EZIKO brings together jazz, Xhosa traditions, and local entrepreneurs in Hamburg, South Africa. A festival designed to bring culture, the public, and economic value back to the villages.
Available worldwide on August 7, The Last House traps a family in their own home. Greta Lee, Wagner Moura, and French director Louis Leterrier deliver a thriller designed to spark conversations and theories.
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