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Czech Philharmonic says Jakub Hrůša will become chief conductor in 2028
PRAGUE, Czech Republic (AP) — The Czech Philharmonic announced Monday that Jakub Hrůša has been…
Musical ‘Hamilton’ and historian Ron Chernow to receive Liberty Medal awards
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Broadway musical “Hamilton” and the historian whose book inspired it will…
Apple Music marks 10 years with new studio for artists, fans and the future of sound
CULVER CITY, Calif. (AP) — As Apple Music turns 10 this year, the popular streaming…
Canada cancelled its digital services tax. What was it and why did the U.S. hate it?
OTTAWA — Tech giants such as Amazon and Google will not have to shell out…
Canada rescinds digital services tax to resume negotiations with U.S.
OTTAWA — Canada is rescinding its digital services tax and will resume trade negotiations with…
Why is Rihanna in Belgium this weekend? Hint: Smurfs
BRUSSELS (AP) — Belgium rolled out the blue carpet Saturday for Rihanna and other stars…
Key moments from the closing arguments at Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ sex trafficking trial
NEW YORK (AP) — A jury will begin deliberations on Monday over the fate of…
Beyoncé and Jay-Z become the main event as Paris crowns celebrity the world’s hottest trend
PARIS (AP) — If any force dominated the global fashion industry this season — eclipsing…
Fans criticize Beyoncé for shirt calling Native Americans ‘the enemies of peace’
A T-shirt worn by Beyoncé during a Juneteenth performance on her “Cowboy Carter” tour has…
‘Kisses yes, Bezos No,’ protesters say, as Bezos wedding bonanza stirs controversy in Venice
VENICE, Italy (AP) — Hundreds of protesters marched through Venice’s central streets on Saturday to…
At Hermès, woven leather and quiet confidence set the tone for Paris menswear
PARIS (AP) — While much of Paris Fashion Week chased spectacle, Hermès chose a different…
These are the celebs who are attending Jeff Bezos’ Venice wedding
VENICE, Italy (AP) — The Venice wedding bonanza of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Lauren…
Irish rap group Kneecap plays for a big Glastonbury crowd despite criticism
PILTON, England (AP) — Irish-language rap group Kneecap gave an impassioned performance for tens of…
Rei Kawakubo redefines men’s suits with radical designs at Paris Fashion Week
PARIS (AP) — Rei Kawakubo, the ever-restless force behind Comme des Garçons, delivered a characteristically…
Toronto’s vibrant Pride parade to cap off weekend of celebrations, marches
TORONTO — Artin Avaznia says he was transformed the first time he saw a group…
Jury set to begin deliberating in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ sex trafficking trial. Here’s what to know
NEW YORK (AP) — For seven weeks, a jury in Manhattan has listened as prosecutors…
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ lawyer mocks sex trafficking case in closing, calls charges ‘badly exaggerated’
NEW YORK (AP) — Sean “Diddy” Combs’ lawyer implored a jury on Friday to acquit…
Kenzo brings mischief back to Paris’ iconic Maxim’s with a riot of color and clash
PARIS (AP) — Few Paris addresses conjure myth quite like Maxim’s, the gilded Belle Époque…
Canada’s national anthem is 45 years old today
OTTAWA — While the country will celebrate its birthday next week, O Canada got a…
Marion Cotillard and Guillaume Canet, French cinema power couple, call it quits
PARIS (AP) — Oscar winner Marion Cotillard and actor-director Guillaume Canet announced their separation Friday…
Chef Nobu serves his famous miso cod with a side of inspiration in a new documentary
NEW YORK (AP) — World-famous chef Nobuyuki Matsuhisa has been tantalizing foodies for decades as…
Oslo police announce rape and sexual assault charges against son of Norwegian crown princess
OSLO, Norway (AP) — Oslo police on Friday announced charges against Marius Borg Høiby, the…
What to Stream: ‘The Bear,’ Lorde, ‘Smoke,’ ‘A Minecraft Movie,’ ‘Nosferatu’ and Nelly and Ashanti
The Jack Black-led movie phenomenon “A Minecraft Movie” and Lorde’s fourth studio album, “Virgin,” are…
Movie theatre ‘visionary’: Cineplex CEO Ellis Jacob praised as he plans retirement
TORONTO — Movie theatre giant Cineplex Inc. says president and chief executive Ellis Jacob will…