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How much was Trump paid by Amazon for 'Melania' documentary?

Trump’s cryptocurrency earnings were disclosed this week, leading to scathing criticism online. Part of the financial disclosures reveal how much he was paid by Amazon for this year’s Melania documentary.

Culture news

All members of Venezuelan metal band confirmed dead in earthquakes

The band Van Der Dijs were in their rehearsal space at the time of the natural disaster.

Food and Drink

'Εβίβα!' It's official: Europe's Best Bar is in Greece

The inaugural list of Europe’s 50 Best Bars has been revealed, and it was a great night for the Greek capital Athens...

Culture news

Did The Simpsons really predict the final of the 2026 World Cup?

Some people believe that they know who will face off in the final of this year’s FIFA World Cup – all because of an episode of The Simpsons from 1997. The claim is going viral on social media, and many are affirming that this is the US animated sitcom predicting the future once more...

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Culture news

Village People lead singer Victor Willis dies aged 75

Willis was a founding member of Village People, whose hits include ‘Y.M.C.A.’, ‘Go West’ and ‘In The Navy’.

Culture news

Netflix faces backlash over AI Gene Wilder voice for Willy Wonka show

The voice of deceased actor Gene Wilder has been recreated using AI for a new Willy Wonka-themed competition show on Netflix... Fans are not happy that the eccentric chocolatier’s voice has been recreated.

Culture news

International Joke Day: What is the funniest joke in the world?

In 1969, the world was introduced to a joke so good, so funny, so ruthlessly powerful that anyone who read or heard it would die from laughter...

Culture news

In the rough: Critics outraged at Donald Trump’s latest golf project

Donald Trump has announced his new plan: the renovation of Washington D.C.'s East Potomac Golf Links. Critics aren't happy about the "vanity project".

Lifestyle

Naomi Osaka wows Wimbledon crowd with ‘Kill Bill’ inspired kimono

Japan's four-time major winner paid tribute to her nation's culture by arriving for her opening match at Wimbledon in a full-length kimono - entirely white to adhere to the tournament's strict dress code rules.

Culture news

Hot wax: Are your vinyls at risk during a heatwave?

Social media users and music lovers are starting to panic about their record collections during the ongoing heatwave. Euronews Culture dispels a few myths and puts you on the right track...

Culture news

Taylor Swift wedding rumours: Are the upcoming nuptials this week?

Megastar Taylor Swift is reportedly set to tie the knot with Travis Kelce at the end of this week... Or is she? Here’s everything you need to know about the rumours surrounding the nupitals.

Cinema

'Michael' breaks record to become highest-grossing biopic of all time

This year's Michael Jackson biopic also became top-grossing music biopic after surpassing 2018’s 'Bohemian Rhapsody' earlier this month.

Culture news

Dua Lipa opens library for banned and censored books in Portugal

The Manifesto Library is located inside Livraria Lello in Porto, and is dedicated to books “that challenge power, censorship, exclusion, and dominant narratives.”

Cinema

Mel Brooks at 100: ‘Blazing Saddles’ named funniest film of all time

Mel Brooks, who turned 100 on Sunday 28 June, has been honoured by the American Film Institute, which named his 1974 Western satire the "funniest film of all time" - knocking 'Some Like It Hot' off the top spot.

Culture news

Do FIFA’s ‘hydration breaks’ threaten the culture of football?

Every World Cup game has been interrupted due to new scheduled "hydration breaks", a move from FIFA which has been met with a chorus of boos. What’s behind the interruptions, and why are they so controversial?

Culture news

Peppa Pig controversy as Hasbro introduce AI clause for child actors

US entertainment giant Hasbro is reportedly asking child actors on the popular series Peppa Pig to sign over their voices to artificial intelligence under new contract terms. An open letter signed by 1,000 industry professionals condemns the AI contract clause and warns of matters of consent.

Culture news

Harvey Weinstein will not face fourth New York rape trial

Weinstein still stands convicted of another sexual felony in New York and others in California. He remains behind bars at New York's maximum-security prison, Rikers Island.

Cinema

Film of the Week: 'Supergirl' - Save the puppy, save the world

After a strong start to the rebooted DC Universe last year with 'Superman' comes a new space adventure which follows the Man of Steel's chaotic cousin... And her super-powered pup.

Cinema

License to screen test: Casting for new James Bond enters final stage

Production on Bond 26 is set to begin next year. The expectation is that the official announcement for the next 007 actor will happen by the end of 2026.

Culture news

DJ named alleged 'mastermind' of international drug trafficking ring

Popular Ibiza DJ Hugo Bianco has been named in a major Spain-US drug trafficking case. He is the alleged “mastermind” of an international drug trafficking network, and faces a nine-and-a-half prison sentence.

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