The Bayreuth Festival's 150th anniversary opening features unprecedented commemoration of Jewish artists murdered under Nazi rule and explicit warnings against rising antisemitism and far-right threats to German democracy.
Dame Felicity Lott, one of Britain's most celebrated sopranos with a four-decade international career, has died aged 79 following a terminal cancer diagnosis she recently disclosed to the BBC.
Shakira revealed for the first time how she performed at her Copacabana show despite her 94-year-old father being hospitalized with an ischemic episode hours before the concert.
Shakira performed a major concert in Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana beach while dealing with her father's health emergency, praising audience support during the difficult personal moment.
Globo's new primetime novela 'Quem ama cuida' premieres with a star-studded cast including Tony Ramos and Antonio Fagundes reuniting after 36 years, blending contemporary melodrama with classic telenovela elements.
Expert engineers reveal that how you coil charging cables doesn't matter, but pulling by the wire and forcing connectors at sharp angles causes real damage at the junction point.
Researchers develop second-order variational analysis using Jacobi equations to enhance stability and robustness of PV-battery energy management systems, moving beyond classical optimization approaches.
BIIRD, an 11-piece all-female Irish traditional music supergroup, has sold out venues and toured stadiums without releasing a debut album, driven by live performances and a modern aesthetic that challenges traditional folk music conventions.
Eurovision's director responds firmly to RTVE's pre-contest message advocating for Palestinian rights, asserting the festival will proceed as planned despite Spanish broadcaster's ethical stance.
Country singer Carly Pearce reveals she knew her 2019 marriage to Michael Ray was a mistake on their wedding night, leading her to end it within months and channel the experience into her Grammy-winning album '29.'
Director James Gray's film 'Paper Tiger' starring Scarlett Johansson and Adam Driver received a 10-minute standing ovation at its Cannes world premiere, marking a major festival moment.
Timmy, a humpback whale that captured global attention after stranding in Germany, has been found dead in Danish waters. The whale's rescue effort mobilized international resources and public support.
Swatch's limited-edition Royal Pop watch collaboration caused widespread disruption across major cities, with security incidents forcing cancellations in Paris, London, Dubai, and Singapore.
Timmy, a whale that captured international attention after stranding in Germany and undergoing a major rescue operation, has been found dead in Danish waters, ending the story that moved millions worldwide.
At Cannes Film Festival, director Kore-eda presents 'Sheep in the Box,' a sci-fi drama about grieving parents who purchase AI humanoids to replace their deceased son, examining technology's role in processing loss and human purpose.
A man was arrested in Maceió during a domestic violence operation with 65 cellphones, a .38 revolver, and electronics lacking fiscal documentation, raising suspicions of illegal possession and trafficking.
India's cinema presence at Cannes 2026 spans multiple sections beyond competition, featuring FTII student selections, restored classics, and new Indo-international co-productions, marking a significant expansion of Indian storytelling on the world stage.
Brasília's Zoo reopened its Natural Sciences Museum on Saturday after a four-year closure, featuring nearly 200 biological specimens including taxidermied animals, skeletons, and preserved materials from the zoo's history.
Brasília's Zoo reopens its Natural Sciences Museum after a 4-year closure for structural repairs, featuring improved accessibility, modern taxidermy techniques, and 200 biological specimens including a 4.3-meter giraffe skeleton.
Documentary filmmaker Brian Lindstrom, 65, has died after battling Progressive Supranuclear Palsy. His wife Cheryl Strayed confirmed his passing, highlighting his legacy of humanizing marginalized communities through film.
Pokémon GO announces Mega Raids and 5-Star Raids for its 2026 Global Festival event, featuring community celebrations across multiple locations including Edinburgh.
Seville's Real Fábrica de Artillería hosts a free exhibition exploring color as physical phenomenon, perception, and symbolic language through works by 20 contemporary artists until May 17, 2026.
Fiction writer Sarah Gilmartin discusses her third novel Little Vanities, which examines desire, pain, and consequences through interconnected characters navigating midlife struggles and friendship dynamics.
Scottish author Irvine Welsh argues young men have lost empathy due to abandoning novel reading, claiming women are the primary fiction consumers today.
Apink member Yoon Bomi married music producer Rado in a ceremony featuring performances by Apink, STAYC, and UNCHILD. The couple shared unique wedding photos shot in a recording studio, reflecting their connection through music.
