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CNN's future unclear as Trump applies pressure

WBD has urged shareholders to reject a hostile takeover bid from Paramount Skydance, in favor of a deal offered by streaming giant Netflix.

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'Lupa Daratan': Life of a misunderstood actor

Indonesian comic-turned-filmmaker Ernest Prakasa returns to the director’s chair with a comedy that peels back the humor and humanity behind one of the most glamorous, and misunderstood, professions. ...

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LA police probe 2 deaths at director Rob Reiner's home as apparent homicide

The LAPD gave no details about the identities of the two deceased individuals. But a Los Angeles Fire Department official told Reuters earlier that a 78-year-old man and a 68-year-old woman were found dead at a home in west Los Angeles at an address that public records linked to Reiner. ...

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Raye, Tunde to grace stage at 20th Java Jazz Festival

The 20th edition of the Java Jazz Festival is sure to be a joy for music lovers everywhere, featuring a diverse lineup to celebrate the joyful sound of “Unleashing Harmony”.

8 months ago
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All eyes on Ifan ‘Seventeen’: New chief in question for state-run film firm

Late last year, Ifan released a song titled "Pernah di Sana" (Been there), which addresses life's struggles. The song was produced alongside Prabowo’s aide, Rizky Irmansyah, and featured Prabowo as a model in its music video.

8 months ago
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US music industry posts 100 million paid streaming users

The US industry's total revenue last year increased three percent to $17.7 billion retail, the report said, up half a billion dollars from 2023.

9 months ago
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Indonesian musicians file judicial review of Copyright Law amid royalty debate

Prominent musicians, including Ariel of Noah, Armand Maulana of Gigi, Dewi Gita and Ruth Sahanaya, as well as younger singers Bernadya and Nadin Amizah, are among the petitioners who filed the judicial review on Friday.

9 months ago
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Sound of history: Reviving national anthem ‘Indonesia Raya’ on vinyl

The record features eight versions of "Indonesia Raya", from its first version introduced to the public in 1928 to several other renditions over the years by other composers.

9 months ago
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When 'Doves' soar: Hindia shares emotional journey on surprise mixtape

Hindia's surprise mixtape Doves, '25 on Blank Canvas, which dropped digitally on Feb. 24, is a symbolic experiment that runs the spectrum of emotions, from grief and loss to empathetic reflection.

9 months ago
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Transjakarta's Petukangan bus stop renamed after D’Masiv band

D’Masiv acquired the naming rights to commemorate the band’s 22nd anniversary.

9 months ago
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Royalties 101: Lawsuit stirs up debate in Indonesian music scene

A recent commercial court ruling that found in favor of songwriter Ari Bias in a copyright case has highlighted the ugly reality of unpaid royalties in the country's music industry.

9 months ago
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Gene Hackman likely died nine days before he was found: Sheriff

Hackman, a former Marine known for his raspy voice, appeared in more than 80 films, as well as on television and the stage during a lengthy career that started in the early 1960s.

9 months ago
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PFN’s continuing legacy, from celluloid to digital

Armed with its colonial heritage and state-of-the-art facilities, the state-owned film company is not only a veritable archive of Indonesian filmmaking, but also an agent of innovation.

9 months ago
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Experi-metal: Genre-bending Amerta conquer Jakarta with 'Nodus Tollens'

Jakarta-based post-metal band Amerta is one of the leading practitioners of musical genre bending and have created a new sound in the process. In the 2023 edition of the music festival Pestapora, Amerta brought along acclaimed Jakarta rapper BAP to stage a joint performance, much to the delight of fans of both genres.

9 months ago
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South Korean actor Kim Sae-ron found dead at home

"She was found dead and there is no sign of foul play," a police official told AFP, without giving more details.

10 months ago
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Garin Nugroho's 'Samsara' cine-concert: From Bali to the world

Garin Nugroho's latest cine-concert 'Samsara' is preparing to embark on an ambitious tour, visiting cities in Australia and Europe.

10 months ago
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Fans snap up tickets for Black Sabbath reunion

Osbourne, who revealed in 2020 that he has Parkinson's disease, will join Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward for the all-day "Back To The Beginning" show in Birmingham, central England, where the band formed in 1968.

10 months ago
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'1 Kakak 7 Ponakan': Arswendo's fatherly love on the modern screen

Director-writer Yandy Laurens and his lead actor Chicco Kurniawan discuss their contemporary re-interpretation of Arswendo Atmowiloto's 90s classic.

10 months ago
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‘Ignited’ burns down gender shroud of forest fires

An animated short movie based on research from traditional communities in Central Kalimantan highlights concerns from women, who are often left out of public discourse on wildfires.

10 months ago
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Bob Dylan a contrast to 'narcissistic' modern stars, says biopic director

A Complete Unknown, starring Timothee Chalamet, has been well received by critics and received eight Oscar nominations on Thursday, including for best picture and best director.

10 months ago
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Chinese, U.S. users of RedNote find rare space for candid exchanges

Posts in recent days have ranged from the trivial to candid discussions of mental health, gender and sexuality, as well as China's current economic downturn, that are usually heavily censored on domestic Chinese platforms such as Weibo.

11 months ago
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UK government eyes capping ticket prices after Oasis furore

The proposals come following widespread public anger a few months ago over the exorbitant cost of some tickets to see Britpop band Oasis's reunion tour this year.

11 months ago
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'Emilia Perez,' 'The Brutalist' win at diverse Golden Globes

French director Jacques Audiard's Mexico-set Emilia Perez took four prizes, including best comedy or musical film, while The Brutalist was named best drama and also picked up best actor for Adrien Brody, who plays a Hungarian Holocaust survivor.

11 months ago
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'Emilia Perez' heads into Golden Globes as strong favorite

Emilia Perez, which is almost entirely in Spanish, is hoping to throw down the gauntlet in the race to the Academy Awards, which will take place in early March.

11 months ago
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Tintin, Popeye, Hemingway among US copyrights expiring in 2025

US copyright law expires after 95 years for books, films and other works of art, while sound recordings from 1924 will also be copyright-free.

11 months ago
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Demand for Japanese content booms post 'Shogun'

More adaptations of major manga and anime hits are in the works, including the superhero adventures of My Hero Academia and the ninja escapades of Naruto.

11 months ago
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‘Sorop’: Upi’s familial slice of horror

Acclaimed writer-director Upi, as well as her lead actors, Egi Fedly and Yasamin Jasem, share an inside look at their latest fright flick.

11 months ago
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'Astro Bot' wins highest award at Oscars of video games

The platform game featuring the adventures of a small space robot was also awarded "best family game", "best game direction" and "best action/adventure game" at The Game Awards 2024 in Los Angeles.

1 year ago
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Jay-Z accused in lawsuit of raping 13-year-old girl

Jay-Z denied the allegations on social media and blasted the lawsuit, calling it part of a "blackmail attempt" by the plaintiff's lawyer. Lawyers for Jay-Z did not immediately respond to a request for comment. 

1 year ago
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Collaboration paves the way for BSJ students’ success in performing ‘We Will Rock You’

British School Jakarta (BSJ) recently performed the musical “We Will Rock You” (WWRY) at the school’s Raffles Stage, BSJ World Theatre, in Bintaro Jaya, South Tangerang City.

1 year ago
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'Love Unlike in K-Dramas' and the eternal delights of the love triangle

The lead actors of Imajinari's latest romantic drama share their insights and why love triangles will never fade with time.

1 year ago
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Lady Gaga to hold free concert at Rio's Copacabana Beach

The move is part of the Brazilian city's efforts to establish what Mayor Eduardo Paes has called "Celebration May," bringing international superstars to perform for free at events that authorities say provide a boost to the local economy.

1 year ago
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When music speaks louder than words at 2024 Joyland Festival in Jakarta

This year, artists showcased instrumental-heavy music, allowing the audience to dance to the rhythm or immerse themselves in atmospheric soundscapes.

1 year ago

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Fri, December 19, 2025

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