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Police threaten Nickelback music on Canadian drunk drivers

Juno Nominees Nickelback arrive on the red carpet for the 2016 Juno Awards in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, April 3, 2016. REUTERS/Chris Bolin/File Photo If getting charged with impaired driving is not enough, police in a small Canadian town are hoping adding Nick... More »

Rapper Kanye West released from hospital: media reports

Entertainer Kanye West arrives at the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala in New York, May 2, 2016. REUTERS/Lucas Jackson/File Photo Rapper Kanye West was released from hospital on Wednesday, according to media outlets citing unidentified sources... More »

Lady Gaga performs on London rooftop to promote new album

Musician Lady Gaga arrives to promote her new album ‘Joanne’ before singing at a private gig at Westfield Shopping Centre in London, Britain December 1, 2016. REUTERS/Dylan Martinez Global pop star Lady Gaga gave an intimate performance at a shopping mall in L... More »

Matt Goss says 2017 Bros reunion gigs will wow fans

Performer Matt Goss arrives for the Universal Pictures movie premiere of ‘Jason Bourne’ at Caesars Palace hotel-casino in Las Vegas, Nevada U.S. July 18, 2016. REUTERS/LE Baskow – RTSIMQ8 Singer-songwriter Matt Goss says he and his twin brother Luke will make ... More »

`Harry Potter and the Cursed Child` plans 2018 Broadway debut

Author J.K. Rowling poses for photographers at a gala performance of the play Harry Potter and the Cursed Child parts One and Two, in London, Britain July 30, 2016. REUTERS/Neil Hall/File Photo After a hit debut on London’s West End this summer, “Harry Potter ... More »

`Moana` Tops Slow Post-Thanksgiving Weekend With $28.4 Million

Alan Tudyk, Rachel House, Auli’i Cravalho, Dwayne Johnson, Nicole Scherzinger and Temuera Morrison. REUTERS/Danny Moloshok By Brent LangLOS ANGELES (Variety.com) – “Moana” sailed to the top of the domestic box office for the second consecutive weekend. The Dis... More »

`No can do`, Heinz beans advert banned over safety fears

Tins of Heinz Baked Beans rest on a palette in the company’s factory in Wigan, Britain, May 21, 2009. REUTERS/Phil Noble/File Photo A Heinz television advert showing people drumming a rhythm on its baked bean cans has been banned by British regulators on safet... More »

Warren Beatty returns to movies with `Rules Don`t Apply`

Actor Warren Beatty removes his tie as he speaks while presenting the New Hollywood Award at the Hollywood Film Awards in Beverly Hills, California, U.S., November 6, 2016. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni After a 15-year absence, Warren Beatty returns to the big screen ... More »

Marriage or not, Mariah Carey goes ahead with reality TV show

Recording artist Mariah Carey poses for a portrait while promoting her documentary series ‘Mariah’s World’ in Los Angeles, California U.S., November 18, 2016. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni Mariah Carey’s new reality show sees the larger-than-life singer trying on wedd... More »

Multi-million pound Sex Pistols collection to go up in flames

Joe Corre, son of Vivienne Westwood and Malcolm McLaren, speaks at a press conference in London, Britain November 24, 2016. REUTERS/Neil Hall The son of Sex Pistols manager Malcolm McLaren said he would set fire to millions of dollars of punk memorabilia on Sa... More »

`Brady Bunch` mom Florence Henderson dies aged 82

Actress Florence Henderson poses at the Television Academy’s Performers Peer Group cocktail reception to celebrate the 66th Primetime Emmy Awards in Beverly Hills, California July 28, 2014. REUTERS/Danny Moloshok/File Photo Veteran actress Florence Henderson, ... More »

Memorabilia torched on London barge to protest punk gone rotten

A collection of punk memorabilia belonging to Joe Corre, the son of Malcolm McLaren, the former manager of the Sex Pistols and fashion designer Vivienne Westwood, is burnt on a boat on the River Thames, in London, Britain November 26, 2016. REUTERS/Neil Hall P... More »

Late Mexican singer Juan Gabriel wins three Latin Grammys

Producer Gustavo Farias accepts the award for album of the year for ‘Los Duo 2’ by Juan Gabriel at the 17th Annual Latin Grammy Awards in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S., November 17, 2016. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni Late Mexican singer and actor Juan Gabriel finally won h... More »

Kanye West booed as declares support for Donald Trump

Entertainer Kanye West arrives at the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala in New York, May 2, 2016. REUTERS/Lucas Jackson/File Photo Rapper Kanye West has come out in support of Republican President-elect Donald Trump, drawing boos and whistles f... More »

Boston Marathon bombing film `Patriots Day` personal for Wahlberg

Actors Mark Wahlberg (L) and Kevin Bacon (R) pose at AFI Fest’s special closing night gala presentation of the film ‘Patriots Day’ in Los Angeles, California, U.S., November 17, 2016. REUTERS/Danny Moloshok The makers of the first Hollywood movie about the 201... More »

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Metallica guitarist self-destructs over loss of riffs

U.S. rock group Metallica’s new album, ‘Hardwired… to Self-Destruct’, could be their best ever, according to bassist Robert Trujillo, but guitarist Kirk Hammett will always be left feeling something was missing. More »

Taylor Swift Experience comes to New York

Singer-Songwriter Taylor Swift arrives at the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala (Met Gala) to celebrate the opening of ‘Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology’ in the Manhattan borough of New York, May 2, 2016. REUTERS/Lucas Jackson T... More »

Box Office: `Fantastic Beasts` Debuts to Magical $75 Million

Eddie Redmayne (L) poses with writer J.K. Rowling as they arrive for the European premiere of the film ‘Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them’ at Cineworld Imax, Leicester Square in London, Britain November 15, 2016. REUTERS/Neil Hall By Brent LangLOS ANGELE... More »

Factbox: Key winners at the 2016 American Music Awards

Ariana Grande accepts the award for artist of the year at the 2016 American Music Awards in Los Angeles, California, U.S., November 20, 2016. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni The 2016 American Music Awards were handed out on Sunday at a ceremony in Los Angeles. More »

Frida Kahlo painting, unseen for 60 years, surfaces for sale

A man hangs a sign as artist Frida Kahlo’s painting ‘Nina Con Collar’ sits on an easel at Sotheby’s auction house in New York U.S., November 14, 2016. REUTERS/Shannon Stapleton A Frida Kahlo painting that has never been publicly exhibited and whose whereabouts... More »

Hamilton freezes pet bulldog`s sperm

Mercedes Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton of Britain plays with his pet dog Roscoe in the paddock Formula One racetrack in Monza September 5, 2013. REUTERS/Stefano Rellandini Lewis Hamilton’s pet bulldog Roscoe, who occasionally accompanies the triple Formula... More »

Leonard Cohen, rock music`s poetic visionary, dies at age 82

Canadian singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen performs during the first night of the 47th Montreux Jazz Festival in Montreux, Switzerland on July 4, 2013. REUTERS/Valentin Flauraud/File Photo Leonard Cohen, rock music’s man of letters whose songs fused religious im... More »

Leon Russell, musician known for dynamic performances, dies at 74

Inductee Leon Russell performs during the Songwriters Hall of Fame awards in New York June 16, 2011. REUTERS/Lucas Jackson Leon Russell, who emerged in the 1970s as one of rock ‘n’ roll’s most dynamic performers and songwriters after playing anonymously on doz... More »

Mostly magical reviews for `Fantastic Beasts` but is it too dark?

Author J.K. Rowling attends the premiere of ‘Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them’ in Manhattan, New York, U.S., November 10, 2016. REUTERS/Andrew Kelly British author J.K. Rowling has conjured up her “Harry Potter” magic in the spin-off film “Fantastic Bea... More »

`A Street Cat Named Bob` brings heartwarming tale to screen

Joanne Froggatt poses as she arrives for the world premiere of ‘A Street Cat Named Bob’ at The Curzon Mayfair in London, Britain November 3, 2016. REUTERS/Dylan Martinez The heartwarming true story of a stray cat that helped change the life of a London busker ... More »

Rapper Jeezy beats Kenny Chesney to top Billboard album chart

Young Jeezy performs at the 2013 BET Awards in Los Angeles, California on June 30, 2013. REUTERS/Phil McCarten American rapper Jeezy edged past country veteran Kenny Chesney to take the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200 album chart on Monday with his new release... More »

Hollywood stars focus on election as awards season starts

Actor Robert De Niro accepts the Hollywood Comedy Award for ”The Comedian” at the Hollywood Film Awards in Beverly Hills, California, U.S., November 6, 2016. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni The Hollywood awards season began on Sunday with A-list stars using the occasion... More »

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China film law targets box office fraud, negative content

China’s new film law, its first formal legislation for the fast-growing sector, will target fake box-office sales and look to ensure movies reflect the country in a positive light, the official Xinhua news agency said late on Monday. More »

Switzerland tells slightly tipsy volunteer firefighters: Cheers!

Firefighters attempt to extinguish flames from a fire in a building in Lausanne, Switzerland September 26, 2009. REUTERS/Valentin Flauraud/File Photo Switzerland is easing an alcohol ban for volunteer firefighters and other emergency workers using heavy vehicl... More »

I wouldn`t hire James Bond, says real British spy chief

Actor Daniel Craig poses for photographers on the red carpet at the German premiere of the new James Bond 007 film ”Spectre” in Berlin, Germany, October 28, 2015. REUTERS/Fabrizio Bensch/Files Despite his unrivalled record for single-handedly saving the world ... More »

Artist Tunick to give latest nude photo an anti-Trump twist

Spencer Tunick gestures during a news conference before using the Day of the Dead celebrations as his latest backdrop for mass nude photographs, in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, October 27, 2016. REUTERS/Edgard Garrido U.S. photographic artist Spencer Tunick ... More »

Ang Lee tackles war drama in `Billy Lynn`s Long Halftime Walk`

Director Ang Lee (R) poses with cast members, his son Mason Lee (L) and Joe Alwyn before the Asian premiere of the film ‘Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk’ in Taipei, Taiwan November 2, 2016. REUTERS/Tyrone Siu Oscar-winning director Ang Lee brought his latest m... More »

Actor Warren Beatty honored for life`s work in New York

Actor Warren Beatty arrives at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) 2013 Art+Film Gala in Los Angeles, California November 2, 2013. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni After more than five-decades in Hollywood, Oscar-winning director Warren Beatty was honored by The... More »

Russia`s Putin grants Russian citizenship to U.S. actor Seagal

Russian President Vladimir Putin (L) shakes hands with U.S. actor Steven Seagal while visiting an oceanarium at Russky Island in the far eastern city of Vladivostok, Russia, September 4, 2015. REUTERS/Alexei Druzhinin/RIA Novosti/Kremlin Russian President Vlad... More »

Target, McDonald`s react to U.S. creepy clown sightings

The logo of McDonalds is seen outside a shop in Vienna in Vienna, Austria, October 1, 2016. REUTERS/Leonhard Foeger Two of America’s biggest commercial brands – discount retailer Target and fast-food chain McDonald’s – have taken steps to tamp down hysteria st... More »

Goats guests of honor at Prague rooftop reception

Culture activist Ondrej Kobza (R) stands next to a pair of goats as he speaks to visitors on the terrace of a rooftop community garden and cafe atop the Lucerna Palace in Prague, Czech Republic, October 20, 2016. REUTERS/David W Cerny Two goats wander across t... More »

Giant panda Bao Bao to leave United States for China

Bao Bao, a 44-pound female panda bear cub, is seen in the panda exhibit at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo in Washington August 23, 2014. REUTERS/David Galen/Smithsonian’s National Zoo/Handout Bao Bao the female giant panda will leave the National Zoo in Washin... More »

Ricciardo gives Butler the boot

Formula One F1 – U.S. Grand Prix – Circuit of the Americas, Austin, Texas, U.S., 23/10/16. Third placed finisher Red Bull driver Daniel Ricciardo of Australia celebrates as actor Gerard Butler drinks Red Bull from Ricciardo’s racing shoe during the ceremony af... More »

`Moonlight` director hopes to resonate with the `disenfranchised`

Director Barry Jenkins poses as he arrives for the gala screening of the film ‘Moonlight’, on the second night of the 60th British Film Institute (BFI) London Film Festival at Embankment Garden Cinema in London, Britain October 6, 2016. REUTERS/Neil Hall A com... More »

Cumberbatch joins Marvel universe in `Doctor Strange`

Cast member Benedict Cumberbatch and his wife Sophie Hunter pose at the premiere of ‘Doctor Strange’ in Hollywood, California U.S., October 20, 2016. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni British heartthrob Benedict Cumberbatch loved his close encounter with special effects w... More »

New posthumous Prince albums to include unreleased music

Prince performs during the halftime show of the NFL’s Super Bowl XLI football game between the Chicago Bears and the Indianapolis Colts in Miami, Florida, U.S. February 4, 2007. REUTERS/Mike Blake/File Photo Fans of the late singer Prince will get new music fr... More »

Donald Glover to play young Lando in `Star Wars` Han Solo film

Cast member Donald Glover speaks at a panel for the television series ”Atlanta” during the TCA FX Summer Press Tour in Beverly Hills, California U.S., August 9, 2016. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni/File Photo Actor and singer Donald Glover will be playing Lando Calriss... More »

Leslie Jones hits back at hackers in `Saturday Night Live` rant

File photo of Leslie Jones at the premiere of the film ”Ghostbusters” in Hollywood, California U.S., July 9, 2016. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni/File Photo A day after hackers unleashed an attack on some of the world’s best-known web sites, comedian Leslie Jones weigh... More »

Fruit juice stunt turns sour for Ghana`s ruling party

New Patriotic Party (NPP) leader Nana Akufo-Addo speaks during a meeting to contest the presidential election results, at Kwame Nkrumah Circle in Accra December 11, 2012. REUTERS/Luc Gnago An attempt by Ghana’s ruling party to make fun of the main opposition c... More »

Stevie Wonder tops all-star roster for Prince tribute concert

Chaka Khan and Stevie Wonder perform during a tribute to late musician Prince, at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, Minnesota, U.S. October 13, 2016. REUTERS/Craig Lassig Stevie Wonder and Chaka Khan topped the bill for an all-star concert tribute on Thursda... More »

Natalie Portman gets Oscar buzz for Jacqueline Kennedy role

Actress Natalie Portman attends the photocall for the movie ‘Jackie’ at the 73rd Venice Film Festival in Venice, Italy September 7, 2016. REUTERS/Alessandro Bianchi Natalie Portman is drumming up Oscar buzz in her latest role as the iconic Jacqueline Kennedy i... More »

Marion Cotillard on social disconnect in `The End of the World`

Marion Cotillard poses as she arrives for the gala screening of the film ‘Its only the end of the world’ , during the 60th British Film Institute (BFI) London Film Festival at Leicester Square in London, Britain October 14, 2016. REUTERS/Hannah McKay French ac... More »

Ben Affleck`s `The Accountant` dominates with $24.7 million

Cast member Ben Affleck (3rd L) poses with co-star Anna Kendrick (2nd L), as cast members J.K. Simmons (L), Cynthia Addai-Robinson and John Lithgow watch, at the premiere of ”The Accountant” at the TCL Chinese theatre in Hollywood, California U.S., October 10,... More »

Rock star David Bowie`s art collection on show in Hong Kong

British Pop Star David Bowie screams into the microphone as he performs on stage during his concert in Vienna February 4, 1996. REUTERS/Leonhard Foeger/File Photo Auctioneers showcased a selection of art belonging to the late British rock star David Bowie in H... More »

Flemish altarpiece masterwork part-restored to former glory

The painting entitled Ghent Altarpiece also known as the Adoration of the Mystic Lamb, believed to have been painted largely by Jan van Eyck and his brother Hubert, is pictured behind security glass after being partially restored in Ghent’s St. Bavo’s Cathedra... More »

Oscar-winning Polish film director Wajda dies aged 90

Oscar-winning Polish film director Andrzej Wajda smiles as he speaks to Reuters during an interview at Akson Studio office in Warsaw August 13, 2013. Wajda died Sunday night aged 90, according to local media. REUTERS/Kacper Pempel/File Photo Film director Andr... More »