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A$AP Rocky to go to trial next year on charges he fired a gun at a former friend
Read full article: A$AP Rocky to go to trial next year on charges he fired a gun at a former friendA$AP Rocky is set to go to trial in January on charges that he fired a gun at a former friend and collaborator outside a Hollywood hotel in 2021.
Pop group ABBA ask Donald Trump to stop using their songs, but Trump team says they have the OK
Read full article: Pop group ABBA ask Donald Trump to stop using their songs, but Trump team says they have the OKSwedish supergroup ABBA has asked Donald Trump to stop using their music at campaign rallies, but the Republican presidential nominee’s campaign says it has permission.
Songwriter-producer The-Dream seeks dismissal of sexual assault lawsuit
Read full article: Songwriter-producer The-Dream seeks dismissal of sexual assault lawsuitLawyers for The-Dream, a Grammy-winning songwriter and producer, are seeking the dismissal of a woman’s lawsuit that accused him of sexual assault and other abuse.
Artists who object to Trump using their songs from Celine Dion and Isaac Hayes' estate: How it works
Read full article: Artists who object to Trump using their songs from Celine Dion and Isaac Hayes' estate: How it worksPop powerhouses, American classics, British artists and estates of deceased legends — many musicians have objected to former president Donald Trump using their songs at campaign events.
An Indian billionaire’s son is married after lavish celebrations that spotlight his global clout
Read full article: An Indian billionaire’s son is married after lavish celebrations that spotlight his global cloutThe youngest son of Mukesh Ambani, Asia’s richest man, has married his longtime girlfriend in what many have dubbed the wedding of the year.
The son of Asia's richest man gets married in the year's most extravagant wedding
Read full article: The son of Asia's richest man gets married in the year's most extravagant weddingThe youngest son of Mukesh Ambani, Asia’s richest man, has married his longtime girlfriend in what many have dubbed the wedding of the year.
The son of Asia’s richest man is set to marry in the year's most extravagant wedding
Read full article: The son of Asia’s richest man is set to marry in the year's most extravagant weddingGlobal celebrities, business tycoons and politicians are arriving in India’s financial capital to attend the wedding of the youngest son of Mukesh Ambani, the world’s ninth richest man.
Former protege sues The-Dream, accusing the hitmaking music producer of sexual assault
Read full article: Former protege sues The-Dream, accusing the hitmaking music producer of sexual assaultA former protege of The-Dream, the Grammy-winning writer and producer on some of biggest hits by Beyoncé and Rihanna, has filed a lawsuit accusing him of sexual assault and other abuse.
What to stream this weekend: 'Hit Man,' Tems, Dakota Johnson, Charli XCX and Star Wars: Hunters
Read full article: What to stream this weekend: 'Hit Man,' Tems, Dakota Johnson, Charli XCX and Star Wars: HuntersThis week’s new streaming entertainment releases include Nigerian singer Tems' debut album, Dakota Johnson plays a woman questioning her sexuality in “AM I OK?”.
Met Gala Fashion: Looking back at some of the most iconic looks from the annual soiree
Read full article: Met Gala Fashion: Looking back at some of the most iconic looks from the annual soireeOn the first Monday of May, A-list celebrities gather at the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art for the Met Gala, a fundraiser for the iconic museum that has turned into one of the most exclusive and talked about fashion runways in the world.
Before Usher hits the Super Bowl halftime stage, Apple Music builds anticipation ahead of big show
Read full article: Before Usher hits the Super Bowl halftime stage, Apple Music builds anticipation ahead of big showAs the Super Bowl halftime show sponsor, Apple music wants to leave an influential mark like never before.
From marching bands to megastars: How the Super Bowl halftime show became a global spectacle
Read full article: From marching bands to megastars: How the Super Bowl halftime show became a global spectacleWhen the Super Bowl halftime show was born, college marching bands were the main on-field attraction.
A$AP Rocky must stand trial on charges he fired gun at former friend, judge rules
Read full article: A$AP Rocky must stand trial on charges he fired gun at former friend, judge rulesA Los Angeles judge says there is enough evidence for A$AP Rocky to stand trial on charges that he fired a gun at a former friend and collaborator outside a Hollywood hotel in 2021.
Pharrell fuses entertainment and fashion for confident Louis Vuitton menswear debut
Read full article: Pharrell fuses entertainment and fashion for confident Louis Vuitton menswear debutLouis Vuitton has kicked off Paris Fashion Week men’s shows with the much-anticipated debut collection by Pharrell Williams.
Rihanna, Martin Scorsese hype Paramount movies at CinemaCon
Read full article: Rihanna, Martin Scorsese hype Paramount movies at CinemaConParamount Pictures, still riding high on the success of “Top Gun: Maverick’s” nearly $1.5 billion in worldwide ticket sales, brought a slew of stars from Rihanna to Martin Scorsese to CinemaCon for its presentation to theater owners Thursday.
Audience for 95th Oscars rebounds slightly to 18.7 million
Read full article: Audience for 95th Oscars rebounds slightly to 18.7 millionWhether it was the lingering drama of “The Slap” or the prominence of blockbusters in the best picture race, a bigger audience was lured back to the Oscars this year.
Q&A: Ludwig Göransson talks Rihanna, Mayan music, new series
Read full article: Q&A: Ludwig Göransson talks Rihanna, Mayan music, new seriesLudwig Göransson is returning to the Oscar spotlight through his work on Rihanna's “Lift Me Up,” which is nominated for best original song at the ceremony on March 12.
Super Bowl averages 113 million, 3rd most-watched in history
Read full article: Super Bowl averages 113 million, 3rd most-watched in historySunday’s Super Bowl was the third most-watched television show in history, with an average of 113.1 million people watching the Kansas City Chiefs rally to defeat the Philadelphia Eagles after final Nielsen figures were released Tuesday.
Rihanna's pregnancy reveal raises bar in all kinds of ways
Read full article: Rihanna's pregnancy reveal raises bar in all kinds of waysWhile haters and stans debate Rihanna’s Super Bowl halftime performance, she joins a contingent of famous women to capture a cultural moment with a pregnancy reveal.
Rihanna promises a 'jam-packed' Super Bowl halftime show
Read full article: Rihanna promises a 'jam-packed' Super Bowl halftime showRihanna is putting in the work ahead of her Super Bowl halftime show, focusing so hard on what she promises will be “a jam-packed show” that her upcoming birthday and Valentine’s Day almost slipped her mind.
At Super Bowl, Sheryl Lee Ralph seeks to ‘Lift Every Voice’
Read full article: At Super Bowl, Sheryl Lee Ralph seeks to ‘Lift Every Voice’Sheryl Lee Ralph is living a career dream: The “Abbott Elementary” star won her first Emmy last year and lends her powerful vocals as a Super Bowl pregame performer this weekend.
New this week: Shania, 'Princess Power' and Pamela Anderson
Read full article: New this week: Shania, 'Princess Power' and Pamela AndersonThis week’s new entertainment releases include a fresh album from Shania Twain, the megahit film “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” lands on Disney+ and a new PBS “Frontline” documentary delves into Russian President Vladimir Putin’s interaction with the last five U.S. presidents.
Major funders call for increased support of Black feminists
Read full article: Major funders call for increased support of Black feministsThe need to increase funding for Black feminist organizations is urgent, according to an open letter from some of philanthropy’s most influential organizations – including Melinda Gates’ Pivotal Ventures, Rihanna’s Clara Lionel Foundation, as well as the Ford Foundation and MacArthur Foundation – released Thursday.
Kim Kardashian honored at CFDA awards, calls for inclusivity
Read full article: Kim Kardashian honored at CFDA awards, calls for inclusivityKim Kardashian was honored at Monday’s annual Council of Fashion Designers of America Fashion Awards for her shapewear line and used the honor to call for designers to be inclusive for all body shapes.
Fashion creators sue Hailey Bieber over her new brand's name
Read full article: Fashion creators sue Hailey Bieber over her new brand's nameTwo former college roommates who created a successful clothing line under the “Rhode” trademark are suing model Hailey Bieber, saying she's creating market confusion by marketing products under the Rhode name.
Alexander Wang returns to runway after sexual assault claims
Read full article: Alexander Wang returns to runway after sexual assault claimsAfter taking a break amid sexual assault allegations, fashion designer Alexander Wang’s comeback to the runway was greeted with adoration during his highly anticipated show in Los Angeles.
Dior reimagines feminist fashion in history in Paris show
Read full article: Dior reimagines feminist fashion in history in Paris showDior’s affirmed feminist designer Maria Grazia Chiuri used the male gaze, as reflected in female oil portraits across the centuries, to make a fashion statement on female empowerment and subjugation.
Gucci unveils Adidas collab during Milan Fashion Week
Read full article: Gucci unveils Adidas collab during Milan Fashion WeekOutside Milan’s luxury runway shows on Friday, two Ukrainian students held aloft signs reading “No World War III” and “No Putin” to draw attention to the war in their homeland and to urge the West to take harsher measures.
The Blonds end fashion week with hot vampires, writhing trio
Read full article: The Blonds end fashion week with hot vampires, writhing trioThe shock rock design duo The Blonds closed New York Fashion Week with hot vampires, embellished corsets and writhing dancers whipping long ponytails on the runway Wednesday night.
Rosalia, Lizzo, Cardi B wrap up over the top Miami art week
Read full article: Rosalia, Lizzo, Cardi B wrap up over the top Miami art weekThe over-the-top parties and star-studded shows surrounding Miami’s Art Basel wrapped up this weekend with performances by Rosalia, Lizzo, Cardi B and rocker Lenny Kravitz.
Designer Christopher John Rogers tops starry CFDA awards
Read full article: Designer Christopher John Rogers tops starry CFDA awardsDesigners Christopher John Rogers, who designed Vice President Kamala Harris' purple inauguration ensemble, and Emily Bode-Aujla have taken top honors at the annual Council of Fashion Designers of America awards.
After 'Verzuz' series success, Timbaland creates Beatclub
Read full article: After 'Verzuz' series success, Timbaland creates BeatclubTimbaland paved his own way as a hit-making producer for elite acts like Justin Timberlake and Jay-Z, but now he’s creating a lane for aspiring music creators to collaborate with the industry’s biggest performers.
All the best looks from the 2021 Met Gala
Read full article: All the best looks from the 2021 Met GalaThe Met Gala in September? Thanks to COVID-19, the annual event (which hasn’t happened since 2019) was pushed back from May, and boy did the celebrities step out Monday night in their wildest fashion game.
Webby Award nominations for LeBron, Corden and Garner
Read full article: Webby Award nominations for LeBron, Corden and GarnerAn eclectic group of people — including LeBron James, James Corden, Jennifer Garner and Sir David Attenborough — have nabbed nominations for this year’s Webby Awards, recognizing the best internet content and creators.
Scores protest in India against arrest of climate activist
Read full article: Scores protest in India against arrest of climate activistMembers of Aam Aadmi Party shout slogans demanding the release of Indian climate activist Disha Ravi, during a protest in Mumbai, India, Monday, Feb. 15, 2021. The 22 years old activist was arrested Saturday for circulating a document on social media that allegedly incited protesting farmers to turn violent last month. (AP Photo/Rafiq Maqbool)NEW DELHI – Scores of people demonstrated in the Indian cities of Bengaluru and Mumbai on Monday after a climate activist was arrested for circulating a document on social media supporting months of massive protests by farmers. “The call was to wage economic, social, cultural and regional war against India,” police tweeted on Sunday. The protests attracted international attention earlier this month when pop star Rihanna, Thunberg and Meena Harris tweeted their support.
India's top court tackles social media in free speech case
Read full article: India's top court tackles social media in free speech caseCritics say the government has used the massive demonstrations to escalate a crackdown on free speech, detaining journalists and freezing Twitter accounts. Hundreds of Indian Twitter accounts, including those of news websites, activists and a farmers union, were suspended on Monday. (AP Photo/Manish Swarup)NEW DELHI – India’s top court on Friday asked for the government and Twitter’s response to a petition seeking greater regulation of content on social media platforms amid a debate over free speech. Critics have accused the Modi government of using the massive demonstrations to escalate a crackdown on free speech and silence opponents. “We are exploring options under Indian law — both for Twitter and for the accounts that have been impacted.
LVMH to put Fenty fashion collection on pause
Read full article: LVMH to put Fenty fashion collection on pauseFILE - Rihanna poses as she unveils her first fashion designs for Fenty at a pop-up store in Paris, France, on May 22, 2019. LVMH Mot Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the worlds largest luxury group, has put Rihannas Fenty fashion collection on hold. The move, confirmed by LVMH Wednesday, comes nearly two years after the fashion conglomerate announced the collaboration with the pop artist and business mogul. (AP Photo/Francois Mori, File)NEW YORK – LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the world’s largest luxury group, has put Rihanna's Fenty fashion collection on hold. AdBusiness of Fashion first reported the news on LVMH's pause of Fenty fashion collection.
Twitter suspends more India accounts amid free speech debate
Read full article: Twitter suspends more India accounts amid free speech debateCritics say the government has used the massive demonstrations to escalate a crackdown on free speech, detaining journalists and freezing Twitter accounts. Hundreds of Indian Twitter accounts, including those of news websites, activists and a farmers union, were suspended on Monday. The social media company said in a blog post that the accounts will continue to be accessible outside India. None of the suspended accounts belonged to journalists, news organizations, activists and politicians, as doing so “would violate their fundamental right to free expression under Indian law,” the company said. The latest move comes after Twitter temporarily blocked hundreds of accounts, including those of news websites and activists last week.
India clamps down on free speech to fight farmer protests
Read full article: India clamps down on free speech to fight farmer protestsA vendor reaches out for a copy of The Caravan, Indias leading investigating magazine, in Mumbai, India, Friday, Feb. 5, 2021. At the heart of the allegations is the magazine’s coverage of the ongoing farmers’ protests that have gripped India for more than two months. Critics say it has used the massive demonstrations to escalate a crackdown on free speech, detaining journalists and freezing Twitter accounts. Hundreds of Indian Twitter accounts, including those of news websites, activists and a farmers’ union, were suspended on Monday. But similarly, Twitter’s reaction of suspending accounts has also “set a terrible precedent” for free speech and press, said Jose.
1 tweet from Rihanna on farmer protests gets India incensed
Read full article: 1 tweet from Rihanna on farmer protests gets India incensedA person reads tweets by Indian celebrities, one of the many backing the Indian government, on his mobile in New Delhi, India, Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021. It took just one tweet from pop star Rihanna to anger the Indian government and supporters of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party, after she tweeted about the farmer protests that have gripped India. (AP Photo/Manish Swarup)NEW DELHI – It took just one tweet from Rihanna to anger the Indian government and supporters of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party. The pop star linked a news article in a tweet drawing attention to the massive farmer protests that have gripped India for more than two months. AdTharoor in a tweet said Indian government getting “Indian celebrities to react to Western ones is embarrassing."
Lil Wayne, Kodak Black get clemency; Joe Exotic does not
Read full article: Lil Wayne, Kodak Black get clemency; Joe Exotic does notPresident Donald Trump pardoned or commuted the sentences of more than 140 people in a last-minute clemency flurry after midnight on Wednesday, a list that included rappers Lil Wayne and Kodak Black. — Rapper Lil Wayne, whose real name is Dwayne Michael Carter Jr., was given a full pardon. In the pardon, Lil Wayne was praised for his “commitment to a variety of charities, including donations to research hospitals and a host of foodbanks.” Pro Football Hall of Famer Deion Sanders backed the pardon. Lil Wayne is one of the seminal figures in rap in the last two decades, selling more than 20 million albums in the U.S. since releasing his debut in 1999. Supporters included Gucci Mane, Lil Pump, Lil Yachty, and athletes Lamar Jackson and Jack Brewer.
Chunky bootmaker Dr. Martens to sell shares to public
Read full article: Chunky bootmaker Dr. Martens to sell shares to publicFILE - In this Wednesday, April 23, 2003 file photo, a pair of Dr. Martens 1460 workboots, as interpreted by designers Michael & Hushi, are part of an exhibition of Dr. Martens boots in New York. Dr. Martens Ltd. said Monday, Jan. 11, 2021 that current investors plan to sell at least 25% of their stake in an initial public offering on the London Stock Exchange. Dr. Martens Ltd. said Monday that current investors plan to sell at least 25% of their stake in an initial public offering on the London Stock Exchange. Permira Funds, a London-based private equity investor, bought Dr. Martens for 300 million pounds (currently worth $400 million) in 2014. Dr. Martens Chief Executive Kenny Wilson said the IPO underscored the brand’s “global growth potential” after revenue increased by 39% over the past two financial years to an annual 672.2 million pounds ($900 million).
Despite bleak 2020, celebrities make effort to brighten year
Read full article: Despite bleak 2020, celebrities make effort to brighten year(AP Photo)LOS ANGELES – Yes, 2020 may seem like a complete fail with all the constant bad news and tragic moments. It’s been filled with gloom and doom(scrolling), but some celebrities and those inspired by them have tried to brighten a bleak year. He reassigned his 10 seamstresses in New York to produce thousands daily for health care workers on the frontlines. The singer and husband Emilio Estefan's restaurant Estefan Kitchen served up homemade meals for health care workers in Miami. The challenge coordinated offers by celebrities and athletes to raise funds to feed those in need during the pandemic.
Hijab-wearing Somali-US model takes step back from industry
Read full article: Hijab-wearing Somali-US model takes step back from industryFILE - In this Feb. 23, 2017 file photo, Somali-American model Halima Aden wears a creation part of the Max Mara women's Fall-Winter 2017-18 collection, that was presented in Milan, Italy. Somali-American model Halima Aden has announced that she is taking a step back from the fashion industry, saying that the pandemic slowdown has given her time to see instances when her desire to maintain a hijab was not properly respected. MILAN – Somali-American model Halima Aden has announced that she is taking a step back from the fashion industry, saying the pandemic slowdown has allowed her to see instances when her desire to maintain a hijab was not properly respected. I wish I wasn’t so defensive,’’ the 23-year-old model wrote. “What I blame the industry for is the lack of MUSLIM stylists,'' she wrote.