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Angélique Kidjo makes history for Africa with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Without Africans, no music is possible on this planet, says the 66-year-old musical icon from Benin. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Ente...
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Emma Barnett reveals she 'had the hysterectomy I never wanted to have'
The BBC Radio 4 Today programme presenter explained her recent absence on her return on Wednesday. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entert...
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Christian metal band Demon Hunter sue Netflix over KPop Demon Hunters
The band say they face "an existential crisis" after the success of the K-pop-inspired Netflix film. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Ente...
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Opera for the Dead and ocean-inspired works shine at Art Music Awards
The 2026 Art Music Awards has celebrated a culture of experimentation, collaboration and women composers in Australia. Newsiline summarises this report fr...
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How India's blocking of a film exposing real-life police abuses backfired
When Indian authorities scrubbed the biopic of activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, local villagers and activists turned its censorship into a grassroots moveme...
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Days of downpour threaten outback music festival as gates remain closed
Festival goers, many of whom have made the long drive to outback NSW for the Mundi Mundi Bash, are facing a nervous wait to see if it will still go ahead...
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ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard dies aged 77
A statement on the blues-rock band's website said he died on Monday in hospice Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entertainment & Arts a...
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'I'm not sure who I am' - Bake Off winner in shock after bipolar diagnosis
Georgina Grasso said she is taking some time to understand bipolar disorder after receiving her diagnosis. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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Matthew Rhys 'too scared' to talk to Harrison Ford about becoming Han Solo
With the Empire speaking Welsh in a new release, the Cardiff-born actor's force awakens as Han Solo. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Ente...
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Actress Phyllida Law, mother of Emma and Sophie Thompson, dies at 94
Law appeared in films alongside both of her daughters, Dame Emma and Sophie, including 1996's Emma. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Enter...
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National Television Awards pick first all-female shortlist for drama acting award
The five-strong list features Ella Bruccoleri, Sheridan Smith, Ruth Jones, Vicky McClure and Judy Parfitt. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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The grueling fight over who profits from AI music
AI can generate songs in seconds. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and links readers to the original publisher for the full story.
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Kanye West announces tour dates in Russia
The musician would be the first major Western artist to play Russia since the invasion of Ukraine. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entert...
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Wetherspoons bans customers playing music from phones in pubs
The pub chain says the decision followed complaints about "other people's videos and amplified phone conversations". Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Hayden Panettiere's ex Wladimir Klitschko says family in 'profound shock and grief'
The former heavyweight boxing champion shares a child with the Heroes actress, who died on Sunday. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entert...
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Noise concerns over Reading festival's music extension
Charli XCX, rapper Dave and Chase & Status will headline the festival later this month. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entertainment...
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Sydney music venues closing rapidly as owners seek 'DIY' alternatives
People are seeking a more sustainable alternative as the closure of smaller rooms reduces the pool of spaces where emerging bands can get a gig. Newsiline...
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Stress-free Book Week costumes with a musical twist
Love it or dread it, Book Week is almost here. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and links readers to the original publisher for th...
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Gillian Anderson felt 'betrayed' after The Salt Path allegations
The Salt Path film will be released in the United States by Rialto Distribution in September. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entertainme...
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Film commission backs Amazon MGM expansion of studios
The Berkshire film studio was previously home to iconic horror studio Hammer Films. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and links re...
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Mrs Brown's Boys Christmas specials cancelled after star breaks jaw
The sitcom's creator says he requires "immediate" surgery but hopes the show will return in 2027. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Enterta...
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Hayden Panettiere: A life of struggles alongside screen success
The actress started as a child star but endured struggles that went along with the pressures of fame. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Ent...
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In pictures: Hayden Panettiere's life and career, from child actor to Scream star
The former child star whose breakthrough came in 2006 later opened up about her struggles with mental health. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC Ne...
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Superwog, Eddie Woo among YouTubers inducted into film and sound archive
Together, these Youtubers boast more than 84 million subscribers worldwide. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and links readers to...
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Thousands of Bonnie Tyler fans set to gather in singer's hometown for funeral
A service will be held in Swansea before the cortege goes to Skewen, where the singer grew up. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entertainm...
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What really goes on in the MasterChef kitchen
The 21st series was filmed at Birmingham's Digbeth Loc Studios. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entertainment & Arts and links reader...
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Walter led a campaign that resulted in the shutdown of a music venue. He says whingeing is a right
Walter felt it was his civic duty to complain and says whingeing shouldn't be disparaged. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS News Australia and lin...
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Deepfake Anthony Albanese used in celebrity scams duping Australians out of $7.4m, Asic warns
Australia’s corporate watchdog says PM is the figure most commonly used in deepfakes to promote phony investment opportunities Get our breaking news email...
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Ariana Grande leaves problems at home as her tour hits the UK
The star plays the first of 10 dates in London, after which she will "step back" from public life. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entert...
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Hello — it's me. I've been wondering when you'll test your music knowledge
Do you know which year Adele won three Grammys for her mega-hit, Hello? Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and links readers to the...
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As big musicals struggle, Brisbane's indies are innovating to keep the spotlights on
While multi-million-dollar musical theatre productions are closing mid-tour, smaller companies are finding ways to thrive on local stages. Newsiline summa...
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Glastonbury festival organiser dismisses rumours that Madonna will headline in 2027
Emily Eavis says the festival has booked its headliners, but the Queen of Pop is "definitely not" among them. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC Ne...
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Founding member of EMF dies aged 55
Derry Brownson spoke candidly to the BBC about his brain tumour diagnosis in 2025. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entertainment & Ar...
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Musician to go ahead with Fringe shows after treasured instruments stolen
Sachie Mikawa cancelled her best-selling nights at the Rotunda Theatre after her trumpet and vintage melodica went missing. Newsiline summarises this repo...
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The Office's Lucy Davis 'overwhelmed' by kindness after cancer diagnosis
The Office actress thanks well-wishers for their support after she revealed she had incurable cancer. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Ent...
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Ice cream man hit with noise complaint over van's music
Mark Edwards says he will now beep his horn in the evenings, as he cannot play his music. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and...