Singer Parastoo Ahmadi sentenced to 74 lashes for performing without a hijab in a 2024 YouTube concert. Eight others, including her production team, also received sentences and a two-year ban from artistic activities and leaving Iran. Charges include offending public decency and publishing vulgar content.
Female pop singers are achieving chart success by embracing authenticity, sharing raw emotions, and confessional lyrics online. Artists like Olivia Rodrigo, Lola Young, and Olivia Dean are resonating with fans who desire transparency, a shift from the traditional industry model controlled by labels.
Iranian singer Parastoo Ahmadi has been sentenced to 74 lashes, a two-year travel ban, and a two-year ban on artistic activities for performing without a hijab in a viral online concert. Eight production team members also convicted. The charges include offending public decency with "vulgar and immoral content."
Choreographer Sonya Tayeh is premiering 'The Surge,' a dance piece inspired by Sinéad O'Connor's life and music. The work features women over 40, exploring themes of defiance, aging in the arts, and finding one's voice, drawing parallels to O'Connor's own struggles and resilience.
South African indie artist Bongeziwe Mabandla's new album 'Ndingubani' explores heritage, family, and personal struggles with addiction and depression. Recorded partly at home in Paris and South Africa, the album blends traditional isiXhosa music with modern electropop, reflecting his journey of self-discovery and resilience.
Colombia secured a 3-1 victory against Uzbekistan in their World Cup opener, highlighted by a spectacular goal from Daniel Muñoz. Despite travel chaos and a slow start, Colombia's brilliance shone through, though questions remain about their overall form.
First Nations artist Miss Kaninna expresses excitement for her sold-out Dark Mofo performance in Hobart, a chance to connect with fans in her home state of Tasmania. She also announced her debut mixtape 'Blackprint', aiming to reclaim Indigenous culture and anger.
Music producer Victor Wao narrowly avoided a fatal helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro that killed alt-pop singer Oliver Tree and five others on June 14. Wao revealed he was meant to be on board but missed the flight at the last second, with a friend arranging a car for him.
Henry Kissinger's famous quote, "The courage to face hard truths, and the humility to remember they are not God," offers timeless advice on leadership. Despite controversy surrounding his own actions, the quote's emphasis on balancing strength with humility remains relevant for leaders at all levels.
Über 70% der Bürger in Karlsruhe und Kiel trauen der Politik nicht mehr zu, die Finanzen ihrer Städte zu sanieren. Die kommunale Finanzkrise, verursacht durch steigende Sozialausgaben und Tariferhöhungen, belastet Bürger durch Sparmaßnahmen und gefährdet laut Experten die Demokratie.
A federal judge dismissed most of singer Dawn Richard's lawsuit against Sean 'Diddy' Combs, citing missed filing deadlines for claims of emotional and physical abuse, including groping. Richard can refile one claim under the gender-motivated violence act in state court.
A federal judge dismissed most of singer Dawn Richard's lawsuit against Sean 'Diddy' Combs, citing missed filing deadlines for claims of emotional and physical abuse. Richard can refile one allegation in state court.
Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler, 75, is out of an induced coma following emergency intestinal surgery in May. She remains in intensive care in Portugal and is described as "very unwell" but improving. All summer shows are cancelled, with hopes for autumn dates.
Singer Bonnie Tyler has emerged from an induced coma following emergency intestinal surgery in Portugal. While her condition is improving, she remains "very unwell" in intensive care, with doctors expressing confidence in her eventual recovery, though it will be a slow process. Her summer tour has been cancelled.
O álbum "Nordestina highway" transporta sete músicas de Humberto Gessinger, conhecido por suas letras existenciais e filosóficas no rock brasileiro, para o universo do forró. Gravado na Paraíba, o projeto conta com a participação de diversos artistas.
US musician Oliver Tree was among six people killed when his helicopter collided with another over Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The crash, which occurred Sunday, caused one helicopter to fall onto a dealership car park, igniting around 20 vehicles. An investigation is underway.
US musician Oliver Tree was among six people killed when two helicopters collided over Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on Sunday. The crash, which saw one helicopter fall onto a dealership car park igniting around 20 vehicles, is under investigation.
Argentine YouTuber Gaspar Prim Díaz, known as Gaspi, was among six people killed in a helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro on June 14. The 23-year-old gained fame for his street-style comedy videos and unique online personality, shocking millions of followers across Latin America. Brazilian authorities are investigating the cause of the mid-air collision, which also killed American singer Oliver Tree.
Two helicopters collided mid-air over Rio de Janeiro on Sunday morning, crashing in the city's western zone and killing all six people aboard. Among the victims was comedian and singer Oliver Tree, who was in Brazil on tour. The helicopters crashed into an electric car dealership, igniting a fire.
American musician Oliver Tree, 32, died Sunday in a helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, after two aircraft collided mid-air. All six people on board both helicopters were killed. Tree was on a world tour at the time of the incident.
Jessie J, Jessica Cornish, is finding success in China's music market, performing on the show "Singer" and adapting lyrics to local cities. The Chinese market, strengthened by copyright laws and post-Covid industry growth, is lucrative for Western artists like Westlife and Charli XCX, who adapt to local preferences for melody and vocal technique, despite challenges like censorship and tattoo visibility rules.
The 2026 World Cup began with high-energy opening ceremonies in Los Angeles and Toronto, featuring performances by global artists like Katy Perry, Future, Tyla, Anitta, and LISA in the US, and Alanis Morrisette, Michael Bublé, Alessia Cara, Elyanna, Jessie Reyes, and Nora Fatehi in Canada. The tournament, co-hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico, is set to be the largest ever with 48 nations competing.
Taylor Swift, 36, became the youngest woman inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in an emotional 21-minute speech. She tearfully thanked her family for their sacrifices, including moving to Nashville when she was 14. Swift was introduced by Steven Spielberg and highlighted songwriting as the only instinctual aspect of her career.
Singer Francisco Javier Álvarez Beret, known as Beret, has been granted provisional release by a Seville court following his arrest on suspicion of sexual assault. He is prohibited from contacting the accuser and must surrender his passport.
