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Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
Bouncy '80s pop takes root in 'New Wave,' a film about Vietnamese Americans' glam glory days
A labor of love for debuting director Elizabeth Ai, the documentary charts an uprooted generation of young people and the dance music that made them feel seen.9 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
The impact of pop culture and celebrity influence on the 2024 presidential election
Ashley Spillane is on a national tour with her Civic Responsibility Project. She joins "CBS Mornings Plus" from Madison, Wisconsin, to talk about using celebrity influence to strengthen democracy.4 hours ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
In a Malaysian Pop-Up City, Echoes of China’s Housing Crash
Forest City was an audacious $100 billion project by a top Chinese developer. Today, the project is a fraction of what had been planned and the developer is broke.Yesterday - China -
World - The Guardian
At 58, I have the spine of an 80-year-old. Navigating osteoporosis has been difficult and expensive
Fifteen months, 11 doctors and over a dozen tests and scans later, I still have no idea how to treat it. On 16 June 2023, I got my first Dexa scan. I was 57. Three hours later, a rogue driver ...Yesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
Liam Payne's death prompts music industry soul searching
Is duty of care to musicians, particularly young artists, being addressed in the music industry?2 days ago -
Business - The New York Times
Marvin Preston IV, 80, Dies; Saved the Martha Graham Dance Company
An expert at rescuing distressed companies, he took over the struggling organization in 2000, leading it through a painful restructuring and a lengthy legal battle.3 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Israeli air strikes kill dozens in northern Gaza, health officials say
Women and children among dead in Beit Lahia as IDF continues offensive after killing Hamas leader3 days ago - Israel -
World - The Guardian
Don’t let under-18s join pop bands, says leading songwriter after Liam Payne’s death
Guy Chambers among industry figures calling for changes in wake of former One Direction star’s tragic death. Under-18s should not be pushed into pop stardom, one of the UK’s leading songwriters has ...3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Of course teenagers want to be pop idols like Liam Payne. Given the perils, should we let them? | Martha Gill
The singer is the latest casualty of an industry that thrusts fame on children too young to cope. Sex, drinking, smoking, gambling, joining the army, being put to work – we now take it as obvious ...4 days ago -
Sports - ABC News
Lynx force Game 5 of WNBA Finals on Carleton's free throws to beat Liberty 82-80
Bridget Carleton made two free throws with 2 seconds left, and the Minnesota Lynx forced a decisive Game 5 of the WNBA Finals, beating the New York Liberty 82-804 days ago - WNBA -
World - The Guardian
New York Liberty 80-82 Minnesota Lynx: WNBA finals Game 4 – as it happened
Lynx edge Liberty to force winner-take-all Game 5 Ellie: the viral mascot twerking her way into NYC lore Liberty 13-12 Lynx, 4:15 left, 1st quarter: Collier’s 3-pointer falls gently through ...4 days ago - New York -
Top stories - BBC News
Le Sserafim: The K-pop band who want to change the industry
The girl group are making waves by exposing their insecurities and challenging industry conventions.4 days ago -
Entertainment - ABC News
Liam Payne's father arrives in Buenos Aires days after the pop star's fatal hotel plunge
The father of former One Direction star Liam Payne has arrived in Buenos Aires to arrange for the return of his son’s body to England days after the famous boy band singer fell to his death from a ...4 days ago -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
Liam Payne's ex-girlfriend wrote a book about a pop star who threatens to jump off a balcony
In a work of fiction titled 'Looking Forward,' Liam Payne's ex-girlfriend, Maya Henry, includes a scene of a boyfriend jumping off a balcony during a drug-fueled breakdown.4 days ago -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
Review: 'Smile 2' ups the horror stakes (and the volume) with a pop star haunted by demons
Returning writer-director Parker Finn kicks up the creativity with a screenplay set in the pop world, as a celebrity finds herself stalked, and not only by fans.5 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Ask Shrimsley: were the ’80s as much fun as Jilly Cooper says?
Absolutely. Although I don’t remember doing any of that stuff myself5 days ago -
Business - CNBC
Nvidia and Apple supplier TSMC shares pop after quarterly profit soars on AI demand
TSMC, the world’s largest producer of advanced chips, posted a 54% hike in third-quarter profit.5 days ago - Apple -
Sports - The New York Times
The 80-Year-Old Basketball Hall of Famer Thriving on the Pickleball Court
“I’m out there for one reason and one reason only: I’m out there to win,” Rick Barry said.5 days ago -
World - The Guardian
‘He had all the stuff you need to be a pop star’: how Liam Payne helped One Direction to global glory
Although he was less extroverted than his bandmates, his impressive vocals made him a cornerstone of the era’s defining boyband. So why did he struggle to accept his own greatness?. Liam Payne ...6 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Liam Payne's 'heartbroken' family share tribute after pop star's hotel death
Liam Payne's family paid tribute to the pop star following his death after falling from a hotel balcony in Argentina Wednesday.6 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Premier League VAR errors down 80% - referees' chief
Howard Webb says that VAR errors in the Premier League are significantly down from this time last season.6 days ago - Premier League -
Tech - GameSpot
Preorders For Baldur's Gate 3 Funko Pops Are Already Starting To Sell Out
Three beloved companions from Baldur's Gate 3 are getting official Funko Pop figures later this year. You'll be able to add the High Elf vampire Astarion , Half-Elf cleric Shadowheart , and the ...6 days ago -
Sports - ABC News
The New York Liberty beat the Minnesota Lynx 80-77 to take a 2-1 lead in the WNBA Finals
The New York Liberty beat the Minnesota Lynx 80-77 to take a 2-1 lead in the WNBA Finals6 days ago - New York -
Business - CNBC
Morgan Stanley shares pop 7% after beating estimates for third-quarter profit and revenue
Morgan Stanley has several tail winds in its favor, from high stock values to a rebound in investment banking and strong trading activity.October 16 -
Entertainment - ABC News
Movie Review: 'Smile 2' nicely targets pop star fame with the terrific Naomi Scott
“Smile 2” lands as unsettling grins are plastered on pumpkins and politicians alike as we approach Halloween and Election DayOctober 16 - Entertainment -
Top stories - BBC News
Former army head Gen Sir Mike Jackson dies at 80
Sir Mike helmed the army during the invasion of Iraq and also served in Northern Ireland and Bosnia.October 15 -
Top stories - BBC News
K-pop star gives tearful testimony on workplace harassment as part of girl band
The popular member of the chart-topping band spoke to South Korean lawmakers about her experiencesOctober 15 -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
How songwriter Amy Allen became 'the first ask for anybody in pop right now'
A nominee last year for the Grammys' songwriter of the year award, Amy Allen is poised for more nods with her work on Sabrina Carpenter's "Short n' Sweet."October 15 -
World - The Guardian
About 80% of countries fail to submit plans to preserve nature ahead of global summit
Countries promised to save 30% of land and sea for nature - but as their deadline approaches, only 24 have followed through with a plan. More than 80% of countries have failed to submit plans to ...October 15 -
World - The Guardian
Want to understand Donald Trump? Then watch macho 80s action movies
From Sly Stallone at the White House to Hulk Hogan at the RNC, Donald Trump has made no secret of his affinity for hyper-masculine men. But will the US fall for his action movie-inspired strongman ...October 14 - Donald Trump -
Sports - ABC News
Breanna Stewart helps New York even WNBA Finals series as Liberty beat Lynx 80-66 in Game 2
Breanna Stewart scored 21 points and Betnijah Laney-Hamilton added 20 to help the New York Liberty beat the Minnesota Lynx 80-66 on Sunday in Game 2 of the WNBA FinalsOctober 13 - New York -
Sports - ABC News
The New York Liberty beat the Minnesota Lynx 80-66 in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals, tying the series at 1-1
The New York Liberty beat the Minnesota Lynx 80-66 in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals, tying the series at 1-1October 13 - New York -
World - Financial Times
Business takes centre stage
Plus, earnings season peaks, Nike’s new boss begins, Tokyo Metro IPO pricing unveiled and Labour woos UK investmentOctober 13