Cinema, music, arts, festivals and global cultural trends.
A federal judge has extended the block on the $111 billion merger between Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery. Behind this delay lies a decisive battle over pricing, jobs, theaters, and the diversity of films and series.
Two medallions attributed to the Iranian treasure of Ziwiye, nearly 3,000 years old, have thrust Zendaya into the heart of a controversy that transcends fashion.
UNESCO has inscribed six historic medinas from the Comoros on its World Heritage list. This marks a first for the archipelago, placing its ancient sultanates at the heart of Indian Ocean history and opening a new battle for their preservation.
Amir's free concert scheduled for Sunday, July 26, at the Terrasses du Port in Marseille, has been canceled for security reasons following calls for a boycott. This decision transcends the summer programming and reignites a sensitive debate on culture, security, and freedom of expression.
Marie-Paule Belle, singer, pianist, and composer of âLa Parisienneâ, has died at the age of 80 after a long illness. Two months after her final concerts, French song loses a free-spirited, humorous, and profoundly unique artist.
Jon Bon Jovi had to cut short the eighth concert of his residency at Madison Square Garden after about 90 minutes due to a sinus infection. The singer promised to find a solution for ticket holders, as this series of shows marks his return to the stage after four years and a major vocal cord surgery.
Born from a satire on social media, the 'Cockroach' movement now mobilizes thousands of young people against exam leaks, unemployment, and corruption in India. Despite the end of Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike and Narendra Modi's promises, organizers assure that the protest will continue.
Jennie releases 'Less Than a Lover' on July 24, 2026. Softer, more vintage, and deeply personal, the song opens a new solo chapter after Ruby and confirms the global ambition of the BLACKPINK star.
With 'Music, Fashion, Film', released on July 24, Charli XCX refuses to replicate the formula of 'Brat'. Eleven tracks, abrasive guitars, and a reflection on fame open a new cultural battle.
Paramount Skydance agrees to suspend its acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery until the verdict of the antitrust trial or June 1, 2027. The largest merger project in Hollywood's history enters a decisive battle.
Apple TV confirms that 'The Morning Show' will conclude with its fifth season in 2027. The series starring Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon is preparing a deliberate conclusion, nine years after helping to launch the platform.
Filmed at the Accor Arena, 'The Lifetimes Tour â Live from Paris' will be screened on September 2 in 70 countries. A global announcement that places Paris at the heart of pop.
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