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Britain's Harris Dickinson on John Lennon, directing and news overload

He's acted as Nicole Kidman's love interest, delivered an acclaimed directorial debut, and been cast in Sam Mendes' upcoming "The Beatles" films, but Britain's Harris Dickinson insists he's keeping his feet on the ground.

Glitzy Oscar nominees luncheon back one year after LA fires

Hollywood stars embraced and champagne corks popped at this year's Oscars nominee lunch, the glamorous pre-show gathering that was canceled amid last year's devastating Los Angeles wildfires.

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Almodovar preparing first-ever US movie

Spain's flamboyant director Pedro Almodovar is readying his first English-language feature film in the United States, also the first time he has shot abroad, his production company told AFP on Thursday.

Rival claims over Prince Harry, Meghan NY 'car chase'

Competing claims surfaced Thursday over Prince Harry and his wife Meghan's purported involvement in a "near catastrophic car chase" with paparazzi in New York.

Scandal-mired French film warms hearts at Cannes

On-set scandal may have haunted French director Catherine Corsini's new film, but the movie was well-received by critics in Cannes for its strong acting performances.

Steve McQueen's marathon documentary divides Cannes

Eyelids grew heavy and bums numb on Thursday at a four-and-a-half-hour screening of Steve McQueen's documentary on Amsterdam during World War II, which Cannes critics either adored or suffered through.

London show explores sari's 21st century reinvention

The sari is being reinvented for the modern age in an Indian "fashion revolution," with around 60 trailblazing examples due to go on display at a new exhibition in London.

Almodovar's 'queer' Western heats up rainy Cannes

The premiere of Spanish director Pedro Almodovar's queer Western, with Ethan Hawke and Pedro Pascal as tormented lovers, received rave reviews at the Cannes Film Festival on Wednesday and left many wanting more.

Cannes: Kore-eda's 'Monster' with a big heart

Japan's Palme d'Or winner Hirokazu Kore-eda unveiled his new movie "Monster" at Cannes on Wednesday, a heartwarming tale despite its ominous title.

Stories on me 'horrifically written fiction': Johnny Depp

Johnny Depp dismissed years of negative press over his tumultuous marriage to Amber Heard, telling the Cannes Film Festival on Wednesday that most of the stories about him were "fantastically, horrifically written fiction".

Johnny Depp: stories on me 'horrifically written fiction'

Johnny Depp hit back on Wednesday against years of negative press, telling the Cannes Film Festival that most of the stories about him were "fantastically, horrifically written fiction".

Indiana Jones: six things to know

Indiana Jones turned archaeology into a swashbuckling adventure of snake pits and lost treasures.

Egyptian artisans carve a path to world luxury markets

Egyptian luxury brands are harnessing traditional craftsmanship from jewellery design to carpet weaving to bring the country's ancient cultural riches to the world.

Elvis Presley's widow settles over late daughter's will

Elvis Presley's widow Priscilla Presley has reached a settlement over their late daughter's fortune, her lawyer said Tuesday, after she had disputed an amendment removing her from the will.

Thousands welcome Eurovision queen Loreen home to Sweden

Large crowds welcomed Eurovision Song Contest winner Loreen home to central Stockholm on Tuesday after she claimed the Scandinavian country's seventh title triumph at the weekend.

Cannes jury members back Hollywood writers' strike

Ruben Ostlund, head of this year's Cannes festival jury, said Tuesday he supports the screenwriters strike in Hollywood ahead of the opening ceremony for the industry shindig on the French Riviera.

Storm brews at Cannes over divisive Johnny Depp comeback

The Cannes Film Festival was set for a stormy start on Tuesday as discontent rumbled over the organisers' decision to launch with Johnny Depp's comeback as the opening film.

Two new skeletons found at Pompeii excavations

Archaeologists at Pompeii said Tuesday that they had uncovered two new skeletons of male victims who likely died in an earthquake that accompanied the devastating volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius, which buried the Italian city in ash in AD 79.

German court jails five over spectacular museum heist

A German court on Tuesday sentenced five gang members to up to six years in prison for snatching priceless 18th-century jewels from a Dresden museum in what media have dubbed the biggest art heist in modern history.

Greek island villages say they are being left to die

They may live in a tourist paradise, but many villagers on Greek islands despair of a central government they say does little for them.

Reviving Italy's Royal Palace of Caserta, with EU help

The Royal Palace of Caserta, a long-neglected architectural jewel near Naples, is being returned to its former glory through a vast restoration project, partly financed by the EU's recovery fund.

EU backs Microsoft's Activision Blizzard takeover

The EU on Monday gave the green light to Microsoft's $69-billion takeover bid for US video game giant Activision Blizzard, just weeks after the British competition regulator blocked the deal, putting it at risk.

Japan boyband agency apologises over sex abuse allegations

Japan's top boyband agency has issued an apology over sexual assault allegations against its late founder Johnny Kitagawa, with fans demanding Monday that the firm "fully investigate" the matter.

'Queen' Loreen: Sweden basks in Eurovision glory

Sweden was celebrating Sunday after Loreen won the Eurovision song contest, the Scandinavian country's seventh title triumph, equalling Ireland's record.

Voting underway as Liverpool stages Eurovision final for Ukraine

The votes were being tallied late Saturday in the Eurovision final, as performers from 26 countries awaited the results of the eccentric much-loved song contest being staged in Britain on behalf of war-torn Ukraine.

Meteorologists targeted in climate misinfo surge

Once trusted faces on the news, meteorologists now brave threats, insults and slander online from conspiracy theorists and climate change deniers who accuse them of faking or even fixing the weather.

Jamie Foxx out of hospital after medical scare

Oscar-winning US actor Jamie Foxx is out of hospital and recuperating from an unspecified medical emergency, his daughter and publicist said Friday.

Javier Bardem to get lifetime achievement award at San Sebastian

Movie star Javier Bardem will receive a lifetime achievement award at Spain's San Sebastian film festival, organisers said Friday.

Musk picks ad exec Linda Yaccarino as Twitter CEO

Elon Musk has chosen top ad executive Linda Yaccarino to take the day-to-day reins of Twitter as he fights to reverse the tide at the struggling platform he bought for $44 billion last year.

Eurovision has disrupted Man City schedule, says Guardiola

Pep Guardiola says Saturday's Eurovision final has given him a headache as he seeks to keep Manchester City's treble bid on track.

Russian offensive inspires golden age of military bloggers

Before Russia's offensive in Ukraine, Mikhail Zvinchuk's Telegram channel was mainly known to military buffs. Today, it boasts more than a million followers, exceeding that of many media outlets.

Top French museum flips the Roma narrative

The faces of the Roma community's best and brightest beam down at visitors from a multicoloured wall inside one of France's top museums.

Disinformation adds dark note to pivotal Turkish election

The clip lasted 14 seconds, presented by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as proof that his rival in Sunday's election was running "hand in hand" with outlawed Kurdish militants.

YouTuber who staged plane crash faces up to 20 years jail: US officials

A YouTuber pilot who bailed out midair and deliberately sent his plane crashing into the ground to bolster viewing numbers on his channel could be jailed for up to 20 years, US authorities said Thursday.

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