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Stars, Clydesdales and an AI beef jostle for Super Bowl ad glory

From dueling AI giants to Budweiser's Clydesdale horse mascots bonding with a bald eagle, the commercials vying for attention during Sunday's Super Bowl are shaping up as one of the most star-studded — and contentious — advertising battles in years.

France detects Russia-linked Epstein smear attempt against Macron: govt source

France has detected a Russia-linked disinformation effort alleging President Emmanuel Macron's involvement with convicted US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, a government source told AFP on Friday.

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A packed Kampala audience holds its breath as four self-styled "singing fools" in choir uniforms bound onto the stage for their latest daring satire of Ugandan politics.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs arrested amid assault lawsuits

Sean "Diddy" Combs -- the rap mogul whose star has plunged after a wave of sex trafficking accusations and assault lawsuits -- was arrested by federal agents in Manhattan late Monday, a US federal court said.

Ex-BBC anchor avoids jail over 'repugnant' images of children

Ex-BBC anchor Huw Edwards, once one of the most trusted and recognisable faces on British TV, on Monday avoided jail at his sentencing over indecent pictures of children, capping a stunning fall from grace.

Swifties raise $40k in wake of Trump post hating on star

An organization of Taylor Swift fans said Monday they raised more than $40,000 for the Kamala Harris campaign following Donald Trump's post that he hates the pop megastar.

British politics and fashion collide at London Fashion Week

Canadian-British designer Edeline Lee presented her latest spring-summer 2025 collection at London Fashion Week (LFW) on Monday with a loyal customer in attendance -- Victoria Starmer, the wife of UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

Ex-BBC anchor Huw Edwards avoids jail over 'repugnant' child images

Former BBC anchor Huw Edwards, once one of the of the most trusted and recognisable faces on British television, on Monday avoided jail over indecent photographs of children, capping a stunning fall from grace.

Japan celebrates historic Emmys triumph for 'Shogun'

Japan celebrated on Monday the record-breaking Emmy Awards triumph of "Shogun", although many confessed not having watched the series about the country's warring dynasties in the feudal era.

Sho-what? Japan celebrates little heard-of Emmys winner

Japan celebrated on Monday the record-breaking Emmy Awards triumph of "Shogun", although many confessed not having watched the series about the country's warring dynasties in the feudal era.

Tito Jackson, member of the Jackson 5, dies at 70

US guitarist and singer Tito Jackson, an original member of the legendary Jackson 5 group and older brother of pop superstars Michael and Janet, has died at the age of 70, his sons said late Sunday.

Five key moments from Emmys night

Japanese-language feudal epic "Shogun" made Emmys history on Sunday as the most awarded show in a single season, as well as the first non-English language winner of the coveted best drama prize.

'Shogun' smashes Emmys record as 'Hacks' and 'Baby Reindeer' shine

Japan-set historical epic "Shogun" smashed all-time records and was named best drama at television's Emmy Awards on Sunday, as "Hacks" and "Baby Reindeer" racked up big wins at the glitzy gala in Los Angeles.

Stars shine on Emmys red carpet

Television's top stars sparkled Sunday on the red carpet for the Emmy Awards gala, back in its regular September time slot after twin Hollywood strikes delayed last year's ceremony to January.

'I HATE TAYLOR SWIFT' Trump posts on social media

The post came as a surprise, even from the provocative Donald Trump: "I HATE TAYLOR SWIFT!" the former president said Sunday.

Ghostly 'Beetlejuice' again rules, topping N.America box office

Comedy horror film "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" had a strong showing in its second weekend out, taking in $51.7 million and again helping shock new life into North American theaters, industry watchers said Sunday.

'The Life of Chuck' wins top prize at Toronto film fest

"The Life of Chuck" -- the latest adaptation of horror master Stephen King's work, starring Tom Hiddleston -- won the coveted top prize Sunday at the Toronto International Film Festival.

French hit detective show comes to US with 'High Potential'

The biggest French television hit of the past 20 years arrives on American screens Tuesday with "High Potential," a family-friendly detective comedy with an ultra-smart twist.

'Shogun' set to shine at Emmys

Historical epic "Shogun" -- a tale of warring dynasties in feudal Japan -- could make history on Sunday at the Emmys, television's equivalent of the Oscars.

Beware 'deepfakes' of famous doctors promoting scams: experts

Social media is being flooded by digitally created "deepfake" videos using the trusted identities of famous doctors to promote dangerous miracle cures for serious health problems, experts warn.

Hiroyuki Sanada: actor and producer driving TV's 'Shogun'

Japanese actor Hiroyuki Sanada's star turn in "Shogun" earned him a nomination for the Emmys, which take place on Sunday, but he was also a driving force behind the huge success of the TV series as co-producer.

'Groundbreaking' realism key to 'Shogun' success

The samurai in "Shogun" don't swing their arms as they walk -- just one of many authentic historical details that have helped make the hit television drama this year's top Emmys contender.

London exhibition honours 'human stories' of migrants

Weeks after anti-immigrant riots spread across England, a London exhibition is celebrating the impact immigrant communities have had on Britain through photos, testimonies and art installations.

'Shogun' set to reign at historic Emmys

"Shogun" is tipped to become the first ever non-English-language winner of the Emmy for best drama -- the most prestigious prize at the small-screen equivalent of the Oscars -- at a glitzy ceremony on Sunday.

Noel Gallagher's 'Brit Pop' guitars go under hammer

A guitar belonging to Noel Gallagher that featured on the cover of Oasis's debut single "Supersonic" fetched £132,000 ($172,000) at a London auction on Thursday.

Oscar hopefuls to bookend US French film festival

The American French Film Festival, an annual Los Angeles jamboree of cinema from France, will bookend its run with two possible Oscar nominees, organizers announced Thursday.

Denmark's von Trier to direct a new film

Two years after announcing that he was suffering from Parkinson's disease, Danish filmmaker Lars von Trier, is to direct a new film, a listing of grants reviewed on Thursday by AFP showed.

Van Gogh 'Sunflowers' brought together in London show

A hundred years after acquiring one of Vincent van Gogh's "Sunflowers", Britain's National Gallery in London will bring his vision to life by showcasing three works side-by-side for the first time.

Comedy offers new routine for women prisoners in Paraguay

Adriana Torres is due for release soon from the biggest women's prison in the South American nation of Paraguay.

'Ecocide' on Easter Island never took place, studies suggest

Two recent studies have cast doubt on a popular theory that the ancient residents of Easter Island suffered a societal collapse because they overexploited their natural resources, an event often labelled one of history's first "ecocides".

Tory Burch evokes sport - but not sportswear - at New York Fashion Week

American designer Tory Burch unveiled a collection imbued with the spirit of sport -- but without venturing into sportswear -- at New York Fashion Week on Monday.

Michael Kors brings Italian air to New York Fashion Week

Fashion designer Michael Kors brought an Italian air to New York Fashion Week, presenting his Spring/Summer 2025 collection Tuesday as the brand remains embroiled in a legal battle with competition authorities.

Taylor Swift endorses Kamala Harris for US president

Taylor Swift, a self-declared "childless cat lady," has endorsed Kamala Harris for president of the United States.

'Piano Lesson' premiere in Toronto a family affair for Denzel

Denzel Washington and his family celebrated the screening in Toronto of Oscar hopeful "The Piano Lesson," the latest Hollywood adaptation of an August Wilson play in which the entire clan was involved.

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