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Taylor Swift performs onstage for the opening night of “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour“ at State Farm Stadium on March 17, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona, the United States. The city of Glendale, Arizona was ceremonially renamed to Swift City for March 17-18 in honor of The Eras Tour.
Taylor Swift performs onstage for the opening night of “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour“ at State Farm Stadium on March 17, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona, the United States. The city of Glendale, Arizona was ceremonially renamed to Swift City for March 17-18 in honor of The Eras Tour.
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Taylor Swift says 'Showgirl' album reflects joy of recent tour

Swift appeared on the New Heights podcast hosted by her boyfriend, National Football League player Travis Kelce, and his brother, Jason Kelce. "Showgirl" will be released October 3, the singer said on the episode aired on Wednesday. 

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Taylor Swift announces 12th album for 'pre pre-order'

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KUNTARI’s new album ‘Mutu Beton’ digs traditional roots to pave new frontiers

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Sheeran awarded costs for 'Shape of You' copyright win

A High Court judge in London on Tuesday awarded Ed Sheeran and his co-songwriters more than £900,000 in legal costs after winning a copyright trial over his hit "Shape of You".

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Jean-Paul Guerlain’s partner says threatened by perfumer’s son

The partner of Jean-Paul Guerlain on Monday accused the famous perfumer's son of waging a "harassment war" against her and of threatening her on several occasions.

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Director Paul Haggis arrested in Italy for alleged 'sexual assault'

Oscar-winning Canadian director Paul Haggis was arrested in southern Italy on suspicion of aggravated sexual assault, Italian news agencies reported Sunday, citing local prosecutors.

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Study finds more than 50 percent of footballers suffer online abuse

More than half of footballers playing at the European Championship and African Cup of Nations suffered online abuse, a study published by FIFA revealed on Saturday.

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The Candle Light Children cherishes (and mourns) the loss of innocence on debut EP

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'Jurassic' is again top draw in N.American theaters

Universal's latest dinosaur frightfest -- the sixth in the "Jurassic Park" franchise -- took in an estimated $58.7 million for the Friday-through-Sunday period, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations reported. It stars Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Laura Dern and Jeff Goldblum.

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Rock-around-Bangkok: Thai air guitar contestants give their all

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Disney fairytale meets R-rated violence in 'The Princess'

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When I get older: Paul McCartney going strong at 80

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Shares of BTS label tumble after band announces break

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It's a small world: Disney to fly guests round all 12 parks for $110,000

Disney chiefs have a solution for its most obsessive -- and deep-pocketed -- fans, offering a round-the-world package trip to all 12 parks, starting at a hefty $110,000 per person.

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Kim Kardashian accused of damaging Marilyn Monroe dress at Met gala

The private museum that owns an iconic dress worn by Marilyn Monroe allowed it to be "permanently damaged" when it lent it to reality star Kim Kardashian for her appearance at the Met Gala extravaganza last month, a Monroe memorabilia collector alleged Wednesday. 

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BTS taking a break as group members pursue solo work

K-pop supergroup BTS announced Tuesday they were taking an indefinite break from one of the world's most popular acts to focus on solo pursuits.

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Indonesia's censor board says it has not banned of 'Lightyear' despite same-sex kiss

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3 years ago
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Marvel superheroes take Jakarta by storm

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Top Tony awards for 'A Strange Loop', 'Lehman Trilogy' in Broadway season after pandemic

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Hollywood stars pen letter calling for responsible gun depictions

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Netflix announces another round of global hit 'Squid Game'

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Beloved Japanese manga 'One Piece' heads into final chapter

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