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Tuareg flock to Algerian desert oasis for ancient festival
In a riot of colour, music and dance, thousands of Tuareg have flocked to the Sebeiba festival that marks the end of an ancient tribal feud and which once a year transforms an oasis town deep in the Algerian Sahara.
Taliban create bonfire of 'immoral' music equipment
Authorities from Afghanistan's vice ministry created a bonfire of confiscated musicial instruments and equipment in Herat province at the weekend, deeming music immoral.
'Silk of peace' weaves new bonds in post-quake Turkey
Nearly all the workers lost their houses, the accountant and vet disappeared along with their families, but after the deadly earthquake that devastated Turkey's Hatay province, "the silk of peace" is helping make new connections.
Emmys to be postponed due to Hollywood strikes: US media
This year's Emmy Awards will be postponed due to the ongoing Hollywood strikes, US media reported Thursday.
Tainted love: Misinformation drives 'vaccine-free' dating
In a private dating group on Facebook, Renee flaunts herself to like-minded singles as a fit, adventurous Kizomba dancer who at 35 exudes "inner child vibes." But her main draw? She is unvaccinated.
Eagles co-founder Randy Meisner dies aged 77
Randy Meisner, a founding member of chart-topping rock band the Eagles, has died in Los Angeles at the age of 77, the group said Thursday.
'Iconoclast': Remembrances pour in for Sinead O'Connor
Tributes streamed in Thursday from political leaders to pop stars for singer Sinead O'Connor, who was remembered for her powerful voice and her willingness to court controversy.
Spacey verdict paves way for comeback, say experts
Kevin Spacey's latest legal victory over sexual assault allegations could prompt a remarkable career comeback, experts say, even if Hollywood producers remain cautious about the star's presence on set.
Irish singer Sinead O'Connor dies aged 56
Irish pop singer Sinead O'Connor, who shot to worldwide fame in the 1990s, has died at the age of 56, Irish media reported on Wednesday.
Sinead O'Connor, a troubled Irish icon
Sinead O'Connor will forever be remembered as the Irish singer who made Prince's "Nothing Compares 2 U" her own, turning it into an anthem for the broken-hearted.
Bandmates lead tributes as Mick Jagger turns 80
Bandmates Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood led the birthday wishes for The Rolling Stones' legendary frontman Mick Jagger, as he turned 80 on Wednesday.
US actor Kevin Spacey found not guilty of UK sex offences
A jury in the UK on Wednesday found Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey not guilty of nine sex offences against four men alleged to have occurred between 2001 and 2013.
We're full! Europe's fight against overtourism
European tourist hotspots like Amsterdam and Dubrovnik are on a crusade to check, or at least, stagger the tides of visitors that swamp their streets each summer.
Growl of last combustion-engine Jaguar sports car preserved
The "unmistakeable, supercharged" sound of the Jaguar F-Type V8 will be stored for posterity in Britain's national library, the luxury car manufacturer said Wednesday, as it moves towards a quieter, electric future.
It's fantastic: Movie boosts world's top Barbie collection
With her whopping 18,000 Barbies, Bettina Dorfmann was already in the record books, but the release of the blockbuster about the blonde icon has thrown a spotlight on her historic collection.
Tupac Shakur ring sells for record $1 million
A gold, ruby and diamond crown ring worn by rap legend Tupac Shakur during his last public appearance sold for $1 million at auction in New York Tuesday.
Uncertainty as internet reaches remote Amazon
Covered in tattoos resembling jaguar spots, an Indigenous man connects to TikTok for the very first time from a previously off-the-grid village deep in the Amazon.
French-speaking bloc says Rwandan head will not attend upcoming games
The International Organisation of La Francophonie (IOF) said on Tuesday that its head, Rwandan national Louise Mushikiwabo, will not attend the Francophone Games that begin in DR Congo this week.
TikTok rivals Twitter with new text format
TikTok, the social platform known for its addictive video content, announced Monday that it will offer text-only posts, becoming the latest tech giant to offer an alternative to embattled Twitter.
Toronto film fest unveils packed lineup despite strikes
The Toronto International Film Festival, North America's largest, on Monday unveiled an A-list lineup of world premieres amid the Hollywood strikes, including movies starring Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Seth Rogen.
Galaxy of French stars pay final farewell to Jane Birkin
Stars of the French screen on Monday turned out to bid a final farewell to the British-born actor and singer Jane Birkin who died earlier this month after charming France for decades with her style and panache.
Library restores Palestinian history one manuscript at a time
A library in Israeli-annexed east Jerusalem offers a rare glimpse into Palestinian history with its treasure trove of manuscripts dating back hundreds of years before the creation of Israel.
Greatest rock'n'roll showman Mick Jagger turns 80
Mick Jagger once sang "what a drag it is getting old" but the most senior swinger in town shows little sign of slowing down as he turns 80 on Wednesday.
Alphorn fest brings sound of music to Swiss Alps
High up in the Swiss Alps, a hundred Alphorn players assembled on a windswept pasture Sunday to make the mountains ring in gentle harmonies at the 22nd International Alphorn Festival.
'Barbie' trounces 'Oppenheimer' at N.American box offices in 'historic' weekend
With legions of pink-clad moviegoers swarming theaters, Warner Bros.' "Barbie" conquered North American box offices in its debut weekend, raking in $155 million, Sunday estimates showed -- nearly double the cash of its second-place competitor.
Iran's Zoroastrians keep ancient, sacred flame burning
A Zoroastrian priest dressed in white carefully added wood to a fire that has burned for centuries inside an Iranian temple, sacred to one of the world's oldest religions.
Twitter challenger Threads struggles for traction
After a wildly successful first few days, Threads popularity has waned in the weeks since Meta launched its challenge to Twitter, which lives on despite its problems.
UK band The 1975 nix Indonesia gig after Malaysia LGBTQ uproar
British indie-rock band The 1975 cancelled a concert in Indonesia Sunday, after Malaysia axed a festival over a same-sex kiss and tirade against the country's anti-LGBTQ laws by their frontman.
'Barbenheimer' frenzy hits North American cinemas
Dolls in neon pink dreamhouses, scientists at Los Alamos, or both?
Biden secures tech safety pledges over 'enormous' AI risks
President Joe Biden evoked AI's "enormous" risk and promise Friday at a White House meeting with tech leaders who committed to guarding against everything from cyber-attacks to fraud as the sector revolutionizes society.
Indian stars bring superhero show to strike-hit Comic-Con
With strikes keeping Hollywood actors away from Comic-Con, megastars of Indian cinema stole the spotlight with the splashy launch of an ambitious new sci-fi that merges Hindu mythology with "Star Wars."
'Barbie' delayed in Pakistan province over 'objectionable content'
The "Barbie" film's release was delayed in Pakistan's Punjab province Friday over "objectionable content", officials said.
Tony Bennett, last of classic American crooners, dead at 96
Tony Bennett, the last in a generation of classic American crooners whose ceaselessly cheery spirit bridged generations to make him a hitmaker across seven decades, died Friday in New York. He was 96.
Tech titans promise watermarks to expose AI creations
The White House said Friday that OpenAI and others in the artificial intelligence race have committed to making their technology safer with features such as watermarks on fabricated images.
Dutch museum exhibit with Beyonce raises tempers in Egypt
In a Dutch museum the sound of hip-hop blares out next to sarcophagi and statues, in what curators say is an attempt to show the influence of ancient Egypt on black musicians.
War 'pain' to pastries: new path for Russia ex-diplomat in Uruguay
In Uruguay, thousands of kilometers from the war waged by her country of nationality on her country of birth, Ukrainian-born Russian diplomat Ekaterina Germanovich saw her life changed irrevocably by the conflict.
Presumed Beethoven skull fragments return to Vienna
Skull fragments, presumed to be from Ludwig van Beethoven, have returned to Vienna, where the legendary 19th century German composer was buried, experts said Thursday.
Spanish court opens new tax probe into singer Shakira
A Spanish court said Thursday it has opened a new probe into Colombian music superstar Shakira for alleged income tax fraud.
No stars? Comic-Con returns to roots as Hollywood strikes
A-listers are skipping this week's Comic-Con due to a historic Hollywood strike -- but while some ticketholders are disappointed, long-standing comic book fans are delighted to have their world-famous event back.