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British taxpayers' cash splurged on bizarre foreign research from music therapy for pregnant women in Africa to Syrian harvesting songs
GB News
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June 14, 2025
Music therapy programmes for expectant mothers in Africa and traditional harvesting songs from Syrian refugees are among overseas research projects that have received millions in UK Government funding. UK Research and Innovation has allocated...
Deborah Ajayi Showcases Richness Of Yoruba Culture In Her Musical Performances
Daily Independent
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June 14, 2025
304 In a world where global sounds often drown out indigenous rhythms, Deborah Ajayi stands as a powerful voice preserving and amplifying the depth of Yoruba culture through her mesmerizing musical performances. A gifted artist with deep ancestral...
South Korea’s BTS are out of the army and into a changing world
The Times
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A year and a half has passed since the world’s biggest boy band began compulsory military service but when members of BTS stepped out of barracks and back into civilian life in South Korea last week, you might have been deceived into thinking that...
Becky G Premieres ‘Rebbeca’ at Tribeca Festival & More Uplifting Moments in Latin Music
Billboard
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June 14, 2025
From career milestones to new music releases to major announcements and those little important moments, Billboard editors highlight uplifting moments in Latin music. Here’s what happened in the Latin music world this week. Becky G’s Premieres...
Shanghai International Film Festival: Kabir Khan Directorial, Kartik Aaryan Starrer-‘Chandu Champion’ Heads to 27th Film Festival
Latestly
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June 14, 2025
Mumbai, June 14: It has been a year since the release of Kartik Aaryan-starrer “Chandu Champion”, which is now heading to the 27th Shanghai International Film Festival. The film’s director Kabir Khan took to Instagram, where he wrote: “ONE YEAR...
Wigan's latest musical sensation goes viral paying homage to its pie-eating culture
Wigan Today
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June 14, 2025
A catchy new song celebrating all things Wigan has exploded across social media. Titled The Land of Pies, the tune features light-hearted lyrics that pays homage to Wigan’s proud pie-eating culture, while showcasing many parts of the borough by...
Beyond The Weekend: 6 Transformative Retreats To Bookmark On Global Wellness Day
News18
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June 14, 2025
Last Updated:June 14, 2025, 14:48 IST On Global Wellness Day, check these transformative wellness retreats that offer more than a beautiful stay. These destinations offer immersive wellness experiences.As the world marks Global Wellness Day on...
Durban is getting into position to host International Day of Yoga
Berea Mail
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June 14, 2025
THE city of Durban is getting into final position to host its biggest International Day of Yoga (IDY) celebration on Saturday, June 21, at the Amphitheatre in North Beach. The annual event, hosted by the Sivananda World Peace Foundation, draws...
“World’s biggest pendant” – Davido splashes millions on a new customised pendant for his album tour (Video )
Kemi Filani News
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June 14, 2025
Nigerian music star Davido, known for his love of luxury, has spent millions on a new pendant. The music star, who is gearing up for his album tour, had bought a customised pendant, named after his latest album, 5ive. The news of his latest...
Robbie Williams new FIFA role confirmed ahead of Club World Cup
Football London
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June 14, 2025
Robbie Williams has been announced as the new Fifa Music Ambassador, a role that sees him co-authoring the first official anthem for the international football governing body. The pop icon, famed for hits like Rock DJ, Angels, and Candy, steps...
Rotterdam - where the world came ashore
The Irish Post
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June 14, 2025
I’M STARING up at a vast steel structure, rising from a former warehouse building in Rotterdam. This is the Tornado, a double helix-shaped staircase designed by Ma Yansong of MAD Architects, with different paths that intersect at key points as you...
Country music star’s wife breaks silence on rumor they are in open marriage
Penn Live - Pennsylvania
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June 14, 2025
There might not be a more popular couple in country music than Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo. The big fella is one of the hottest acts going and is currently out touring with Post Malone. Meanwhile, Bunnie Xo has become a star in her own right with her...
Katy Perry teases 'Lifetimes' world tour new show
GEO TV
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June 14, 2025
Lifetimes is a world tour of Katy Perry which celebrates her career in music. Now, in her latest post on social media, the pop icon is teasing about her new show. Taking to Instagram, she penned, "THE LIFETIMES TOUR ????♾️ Show #20 in Melbourne...
Remembering Rory Gallagher on the 30th anniversary of his death: "Rory stayed on the side of the underdog, the outsider, the dispossessed. He stayed true to the music"
Hot Press Magazine
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On this day 30 years ago, Irish guitar legend Rory Gallagher died in London, aged just 47. After Rory’s funeral, Niall Stokes took a very personal journey back through the music and memories of a friendship with a man he was proud to have known –...
Global Fest 2025 moving from August to June
Colorado Public Radio
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For more than a decade, Global Fest has been held in Aurora in August, but this year, the free event is being held in June. And the Nepalese community in Colorado will have a key role. Courtesy photoBinisha Shrestha, who heads the non-profit...
Robbie Williams confirmed as FIFA Music Ambassador as he records official anthem for Club World Cup kick-off in Miami
Daily Mail
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June 14, 2025
Robbie Williams has been confirmed as the FIFA Music Ambassador ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025. The 51-year-old hitmaker made the announcement during a video call with FIFA President Gianni Infantino, confirming that he's written and...
Rangoli Metro Art Centre to celebrate World Music Day on June 21, 22
The Hindu
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June 14, 2025
Rangoli Metro Art Centre at M.G. Road Boulevard will host a two-day celebration on June 21 and 22 to mark World Music Day. The event will run from 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. and feature curated music performances in the auditorium and select open spaces...
World's most expensive saree took 1.5 years to make, it is adorned with gold, diamonds and rubies, has a connection with Raja Ravi Varma, it is worth Rs...
India.com
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June 14, 2025
Home Viral World’s most expensive saree took 1.5 years to make, it is adorned with gold, diamonds and rubies, has a connection with Raja Ravi Varma, it is worth Rs… This saree is not just a piece of fabric it is an emotion. It's a living example...
Brett Andrew to rekindle music flame at Vic’s
Times News - Pennsylvania
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Lehigh Valley musician Brett Andrew will perform some of his “lost” music during a show June 19 at Vic’s Jazz Loft, located at the Stabin Museum, West Broadway, Jim Thorpe. Andrew, living in North Whitehall, recently “started digging into old...
Nigeria's musician Dreamboi jets in Kenya for thrilling live shows
The Standard
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Nigerian music sensation Dreamboi touched down in Kenya this week for exciting media tour and live shows. Immediately after he landed, he hit the ground running making waves across local media outlets with his infectious energy and captivating...