Huge awe-inspiring 'whale' appears on Scarborough beach: Talented artist Fred Brown delighted crowds in Scarborough with his sand art this Easter bank holiday ...
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Russian Artist Unveils Portrait Putin Gifted Trump: Nikas Safronov on Tuesday revealed the painting that the Kremlin had commissioned for Trump.
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Lorde fans are climbing trees at Washington Square Park ahead of the music artist's pop-up appearance.
Lil Nas X says one side of his face is paralyzed: American singer and rapper Lil Nas X said that one side of his face has become paralyzed as fans and commenters ...
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Key Facts: Lil Nas X Reports Facial Paralysis Update
Apr 15 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
- Lil Nas X, the American singer and rapper, announced that one side of his face is paralyzed, raising concerns about Bell's palsy.
- In an Instagram video, he explained that he lost control of the right side of his face while appearing in a hospital gown.
- Fans and celebrities, including Taraji P. Henson, sent well wishes, with many suspecting Lil Nas X has Bell's palsy, a condition that is generally temporary.
- In an Instagram update, he indicated improvement in his condition, stating he is feeling better and making progress with his smile.
"Smile getting a lil better."— Lil Nas X in an update posted to his Instagram story, expressing improvement in his condition.
Cornell University Cancels Kehlani Concert Over Pro-Palestinian Remarks: Cornell University has cancelled a scheduled concert by Kehlani claiming the artist ...
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Key Facts: Cornell University Cancels Kehlani Concert
Apr 24 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rollingstone.com
- Cornell University has canceled Kehlani's concert scheduled for May 7 due to her pro-Palestinian remarks.
- President Michael I. Kotlikoff stated the decision was made to avoid division during the Slope Day celebration.
- The move followed a freeze of $1 billion in funding from the White House amid investigations into campus antisemitism.
- Cornellians for Israel praised the cancellation, while some students, including Muna Mohamed, expressed disappointment.
The selection of Kehlani as this year’s headliner has injected division and discord into Slope Day.— Michael I. Kotlikoff, President of Cornell University, in an open letter regarding the cancellation of the concert.
Opinion | The Trump Victim I Can’t Stop Thinking About: It’s a moral imperative to try to rescue people like Andry Hernández Romero.
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Turner Prize nominates neurodiverse and refugee artists: The four artists in the running for this year's prestigious art award are revealed.
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Georgian-Russian artist Zurab Tsereteli dies aged 91: He was known for gigantic and often controversial monuments, including some taller than the Statue of ...
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Renowned Indian artist Sudarsan Pattnaik crafted a sand sculpture to pay to tribute to Pope Francis.
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Philstar Life Apr 23
Nora Aunor, who sadly passed away last April 16, was always someone who was admired for her artistry, both as a singer and an actress ... Show more
Nora Aunor: From superstar to national artist of the people
Nora Aunor: From superstar to national artist of the people
Frenzy after Eldoret residents fail to recognize Jay Melody: "Tuko busy"
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Fatima Hassouna, a renowned Palestinian artist and photojournalist, has been killed by an Israeli air strike.
She died with nine members of her family in a ... Show more
Liberal Party drops Drake-inspired diss track: A Drake-inspired diss track taking aim at Labor’s management of the cost of living crisis is the latest stunt in ...
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'No escaping La Aunor': MANILA, Philippines — By the time of her death on April 16, the iconic woman from Iriga, Camarines Sur ...
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Key Facts: Global Coverage of Nora Aunor's Passing
Apr 19 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pep.ph
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pep.ph
- International news outlets like CNN, BBC, and NBC reported on the death of Nora Aunor on April 16, 2025.
- Aunor, an icon of Philippine cinema, passed away at the age of 71, and her popularity was recognized worldwide.
- Social media is filled with tributes from friends, fans, and individuals she impacted throughout her life.
- The controversial Nora Aunor dolls were produced without her consent and may increase in value following her death.
"Her voice, presence, and artistry shaped a legacy that will never fade."— Lotlot de León on her mother Nora Aunor, who passed away on April 16, 2023.
Built for Expo’70, this work by a famed Japanese artist still wows the crowds.
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Manila Bulletin Apr 18
Award-winning actress Janine Gutierrez grieves the loss of her two grandmothers, National Artist and Superstar Nora Aunor and Asia's Queen of Songs Pilita ... Show more
Janine Gutierrez mourns the loss of her grandmothers Nora Aunor and Pilita Corrales within five days
Janine Gutierrez mourns the loss of her grandmothers Nora Aunor and Pilita Corrales within five days
Autistic Nigerian artist Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke's painting measuring over 130,000 square feet has won him the Guinness World Record for the largest artwork ... Show more
CBS News Apr 14
Ban on music glorifying cartels sparks chaos at concert in Mexico: "Violent attack on our artist, band and crew"
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Lamine Yamal was dancing to Fein while the team was warming up 😂
Travis Scott could be the featured artist for Barcelona’s upcoming El Clásico ... Show more
US Senator Bernie Sanders took the stage at Coachella 2025, criticising Trump’s policies as he addressed the young crowd. Indie artist Clairo shared the stage ... Show more
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) made a surprise appearance at the California music festival Coachella on Saturday night.
Sanders introduced artist Clairo and ... Show more
A squid-loving researcher has come up with a world-first idea that may help to deal with the problem of hunger. 🎥 ⬇️The Art and Science of Squids: Nakajima Ryuta / Visiting Researcher, Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST)/Artist - Direct Talk | NHK WORLD-JAPAN Direct Talk
The Art and Science of ... Show more
Yoko Ono details pain of post-Beatles life with John Lennon in new documentary: Yoko Ono – musician, artist, activist and the 92-year-old widow of the late John ...
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A funeral was held in Kryvyi Rih on April 11 for Marharyta Polovinko, a Ukrainian artist, who was killed in the Kharkiv direction of the front on April 5 at ... Show more
'With honor and weapon in hand' — artist Marharyta Polovinko killed on front line defending Ukraine
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Key Facts: Artist's Career Threatened Following Trump's Criticism
Apr 06 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
- Artist Sarah Boardman, who painted a portrait of President Donald Trump for the Colorado State Capitol, reported a significant decline in positive feedback following Trump's accusation of distortion.
- The portrait was removed and stored on March 24 after Republican leadership requested its removal in response to Trump's demand.
- Boardman denied the allegations, asserting that her artwork was completed without political bias or caricature.
- Her family and friends have rallied around her in support, with her niece stating that Boardman is a strong woman who will not be easily discouraged.
President Trump is entitled to comment freely, as we all are, but the additional allegations that I 'purposefully distorted' the portrait, and that I 'must have lost my talent as I got older' are now directly and negatively impacting my business of over 41 years which now is in danger of not recovering.— Sarah Boardman, the artist who painted the portrait of President Donald Trump, discusses the impact of his accusations on her career.
James Toback Hit With $1.7 Billion Verdict in Sex Assault Suit: Director James Toback was ordered on Wednesday to pay $1.68 billion after a sexual assault trial ...
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Madonna and Elton John Just Ended Their Decades-Long Feud After She "Confronted" Him
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Amuscap jailed: The Nigerian make-up was found guilty of 'spraying' money at his wedding party
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Family fears for safety of Venezuelan makeup artist deported to Salvadoran megaprison
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Artist Behind Trump’s ‘Worst’ Portrait Says Her Business Is Ruined: Sarah Boardman said feedback of her Donald Trump portrait was “overwhelmingly positive”—until ...
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What to do if you wake up with a Banksy on your wall: Two homeowners had very different experiences when the elusive artist chose their walls for his work.
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Cristóbal Tapia de Veer reveals he won’t be returning as ‘The White Lotus’ composer
cnn.com/2025/04/03/entertainment/cristobal-tapia-de-veer-white-lotus-composer/
President Biden needed fluorescent tape to guide him throughout small fundraisers and events—a practice that demonstrated Biden’s frailties ahead of his choice ... Show more
'Full-Blown Meltdown': Trump Flips Out Over A Not-Very-Flattering Official Portrait
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Key Facts: Trump Criticizes His Portrait in Colorado State Capitol
Mar 24 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: independent.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: independent.co.uk
- President Donald Trump criticized a distorted portrait of himself displayed in the Colorado State Capitol.
- He called for the removal of the painting, claiming it upset Colorado residents and blaming Governor Jared Polis and artist Sarah Boardman.
- Trump also criticized Polis for being weak on crime, specifically referencing the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua.
- A spokesperson for the governor acknowledged Trump's interest in the Capitol artwork and clarified that Polis was not responsible for commissioning the portrait.
Hercule Van Wolfwinkle: 'Rubbish' pet artist raises £400k : The artist from Worthing is about to have the second collection of his charity portraits published.
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The Weeknd made a surprise appearance at #CinemaCon to promote "Hurry Up Tomorrow." The artist performed two songs, an original from the new project and ... Show more
Richard Norton — Australian actor, martial artist, and choreographer — dies aged 75
abc.net.au/news/2025-03-31/richard-norton-actor-martial-artist-choreographer-dies/105116222
Comedian Kunal Kamra has accused the government of systematically silencing dissenting artists following the backlash over his alleged "gaddar" joke ... Show more
Trump bemoans a painting of him - but gets a new one from Putin: A "distorted" portrait in the US was removed after the president complained ...
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1News Mar 30
Wellington street artist pranks city council with fake signs: Cameron Hunt’s bringing laughter to the capital.
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Despite Himself, Kanye West Almost Made a Half Decent Album: As he sets his legacy on fire with hateful speech online, Ye shows glimmers of the artist he once ...
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Artist Radhika Subramanian created a beautiful piece to celebrate Yuki’s move to Red Bull in the style of Ghibli.
It took 9 hours to create with 101 file ... Show more
Contract now signed for seven new ferries for Scotland: Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL) has signed a £147.5 million contract with Polish shipbuilder ...
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Rolling, bouncing and stairway dancing. 👀 Artist @geoffroy_de_crecy captures a H Equipe bangle on a mission – but where is it going?
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Donald Trump Demands 'Bad Picture' of Him Be Taken Down: The president said the artist "must have lost her talent as she got older" as he attacked the painting ...
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Lady Gaga: “To every artist who’s ever been told they’re different, complicated or too much — please, never change. Break the mold ... Show more
Jessica Chastain, Adam Driver to Star in Apple Series 'The Dealer': Jessica Chastain and Adam Driver are set to star in the drama series "The Dealer" ...
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Revered manga artist Chiba Tetsuya draws upon childhood memories from the end of World War II as he works on his latest project ... Show more
Drawing Wartime in the Attic: Chiba Tetsuya / Manga Artist - Direct Talk | NHK WORLD-JAPAN
Drawing Wartime in the Attic: Chiba Tetsuya / Manga Artist - Direct Talk | NHK WORLD-JAPAN
Award-winning Nigerian artist Mr Flavour talks to the BBC about incorporating Igbo culture into his music, his love for African women and the influence his ... Show more
Putin commissioned a ‘beautiful portrait’ of Trump, U.S. envoy says
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Trump Goes After the Artist of His Least Favorite Presidential Portrait: The president claimed that the painting of him was “purposefully distorted.”
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Artist heartbroken by copyright battle warns others after Supreme Court landmark ruling
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‘We’re Expecting a Shitshow’: Canadian Musicians Grapple With Trump’s Threats: Musicians from Canada are facing tough decisions about touring the U.S ...
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The Case of the Met’s Missing Banksy: The street artist snuck a “brilliant” art work into the Met, in 2005, Alex Scordelis writes. Then it disappeared ...
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Tyla named World Artist of the Year at iHeartRadio Music Awards: South African pop star Tyla was named World Artist of the Year at the iHeartRadio Music Awards ...
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Score Major Win Together: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are not only winning big in their relationship — they're also winning big ...
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Ahead of this year’s St Patrick’s Day celebrations in Dublin, one artist is hoping that a traditional art form he is using for the parade will not die out ... Show more
Does Art Have Limits? Greek Artist’s Portrayal of Christian Icons Sparks Controversy - GreekReporter.com
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Think before you ink: 20 tips for beautiful tattoos you’ll never regret – from the professionals
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Jade Thirlwall arrives at Brits with 'husband' from solo music video after Simon Cowell swipe
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Spotify pays $10bn to music industry as debate over royalties continues: The figures come as debate continues about how much money artists and songwriters ...
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Nigerian star Patoranking draws on his childhood dreams to help African youth: While fans worldwide know him for his chart-topping hits, behind the scenes ...
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Gene Hackman Death Reactions: Francis Ford Coppola and More: 'The Conversation' director Francis Ford Coppola leads tributes to Gene Hackman ...
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Paid articlePaywallWithin the space of a decade, Mohammad Barrangi has gone from representing Iran as a Paralympic sprinter to a critically acclaimed artist ... Show more
In the Studio - Mohammad Barrangi: The Last Rain in Wonderland - BBC Sounds
In the Studio - Mohammad Barrangi: The Last Rain in Wonderland - BBC Sounds
Turkish artist Serap Lokmaci painted a portrait of deceased Hungarian woman Katalin Kollar with her remains, helping her family immortalize her memory
