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‘Reservoir Dogs’ star Michael Madsen’s cause of death revealed

ADVERTISEMENTLast week, we learned of the tragic death of American actor Michael Madsen, a regular collaborator with Quentin Tarantino on films like Reservoir Dogs and Kill Bill: Volumes 1 & 2.  The beloved actor was founded dead at his home on 3 July. He was 67.  Now, Madsen’s cardiologist has announced that the actor died

Fake AI band scandal: The Velvet Sundown controversy explained

ADVERTISEMENTHave you heard of the band The Velvet Sundown?  They’re blowing up right now, racking up more than a million monthly listeners on Spotify - which is pretty good going for a group that formed less than two months ago. What’s also impressive is that the prolific four-piece psych-rock outfit have already released two albums on their

My sporting life: Cristiano Ronaldo honoured in new Hong Kong museum

ADVERTISEMENTHong Kong has opened the doors to the first Cristiano Ronaldo museum in far east Asia. The CR7 Life Museum welcomed the public on Monday in Tsim Sha Tsui, where visitors can learn a little more about the Portugal international footballer's remarkable career, from his origins on the island of Madeira to his current chapter

Ronaldo, chess and a $70M cash pot: Inside the Esports World Cup 2025

ADVERTISEMENTFrom a niche subculture of internet cafés and LAN parties to a global billion-dollar industry, esports - short for electronic sports - has become one of the most thrilling, fastest-growing spectacles in modern entertainment. Nowhere is this meteoric rise more visible than at the Esports World Cup, which returns to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for its

Grimes delivers scathing and viral rant aimed at ex-partner Elon Musk

ADVERTISEMENTCanadian singer-songwriter Grimes, who shares three children with Elon Musk - X Æ A-Xii, Exa Dark Sideræl, and Techno Mechanicus - has taken aim at her ex-partner.After an extended break on X, Grimes - real name Claire Boucher - returned to the social media platform owned by Musk to express her excitement about collaborating with English drum

Majority of UNESCO World Heritage sites face severe water risk

ADVERTISEMENTNearly 73 per cent of World Heritage sites are at high risk of water-related hazards, according to analysis by the World Resources Institute (WRI) and UNESCO. From the Taj Mahal to the Royal Monastery of Santa MarIa de Guadalupe, more than 1,100 inscribed sites were assessed for four types of water risk: drought, water stress, riverine

Iris Van Herpen unveils glowing algae dress at Paris Couture Week

ADVERTISEMENTAt Paris Couture Week, Iris Van Herpen stunned audiences with a glowing “living dress” pulsing with bioluminescent algae - the centerpiece of the Dutch designer's latest collection, Sympoiesis. Encased in a custom nutrient matrix, the algae shimmered in electric blue, blurring the line between organism and couture. Elsewhere, Van Herpen introduced wedding gowns crafted from

What are Apple Music’s top streamed songs of the past decade?

ADVERTISEMENTTo celebrate the 10 years of the streaming service, Apple Music has released the list of the Top 500 Streamed Songs of the past decade.  It’s... hardly surprising and not particularly inspiring.  Ed Sheeran, The Weeknd and Drake make up the top 3 spots, with Sheeran’s 2017 hit ‘Shape of You’ being the most-streamed track.  As

UK vs Oasis: What’s the story (morning glory) against the band’s fans?

ADVERTISEMENTIt’s the reunion everybody’s talking about, and the hype for Oasis’ comeback shows no sign of slowing down following their Live ‘25 tour debut last Friday in Cardiff, Wales.  However, the long-awaited hatchet burial between warring siblings Liam and Noel Gallagher has not sparked Oasis fervour everywhere...Aside from the Ticketmaster controversy, which led to thousands

Thousands celebrate traditional Estonian song and dance in Tallinn

ADVERTISEMENTAmong the numerous music festivals spread across Europe each year in Europe, there are few which unite and spark an entire country's imagination like Estonia's Song and Dance Celebration. Perhaps, it's because the four-day gathering is only held once roughly every five years, a tradition dating back to 19th century to honour Estonian cultural heritage.

The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week

ADVERTISEMENTIf you're still reeling from the recent heatwaves across Europe, no sweat! This week's recommendations promise a cool reprieve. Whether you decide to stay in and binge-watch Lena Dunham's new rom-com series, hide out in an air-conned cinema with Superman, or head to Helsinki for their beautiful Biennial - we've sifted through the culture overwhelm

BBC director of music steps down after Bob Vylan Glastonbury scandal

ADVERTISEMENTA BBC music boss has reportedly stepped down following the backlash around British punk-rap Bob Vylan’s controversial Glastonbury 2025 set.  Lorna Clarke, the BBC’s director of music, was reported by The Times as stepping back from her day-to-day responsibilities – including overseeing live music events - following the backlash to livestreaming Bob Vylan’s performance last month. Other

‘Great shame for Croatia’: Pro-Nazi salutes at Marko Perković concert

ADVERTISEMENTControversial Croatian singer Marko Perković - known professionally as Thompson and who has a song which opens with the chant “Za dom spremni!”, the Croatian version of the Nazi salute “Sieg Heil” - gathered tens of thousands of fans to Zagreb this weekend.  As we reported earlier this year, Saturday's gig at the Hippodrome was

Celebrated ‘The X-Files’ composer Mark Snow dies aged 78

ADVERTISEMENTThis weekend, we learned of the disappearance of American composer Mark Snow, the celebrated artist best known for his iconic and eerie theme for the hit TV show The X Files. He was 78.  A cause of death has not been provided, but Variety said Snow died Friday at his residence in the northeastern state of Connecticut. Snow’s

What are the best movies of 2025 so far?

ADVERTISEMENTWe’re past the halfway mark of 2025 so it’s time to look back at the movies which have already made our year.So far, we’ve been treated to a wide variety of big screen offerings: body horror to make gorehounds wince; sprawling dramas; spy thrillers featuring Michael Fassbender sporting George Smiley glasses; and blues loving vampires.The criterion for

‘Reservoir Dogs’ star Michael Madsen’s cause of death revealed

ADVERTISEMENTLast week, we learned of the tragic death of American actor Michael Madsen, a regular collaborator with Quentin Tarantino on films like Reservoir Dogs and Kill Bill: Volumes 1 & 2.  The beloved actor was founded dead at his home on 3 July. He was 67.  Now, Madsen’s cardiologist has announced that the actor died
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Fake AI band scandal: The Velvet Sundown controversy explained

ADVERTISEMENTHave you heard of the band The Velvet Sundown?  They’re blowing up right now, racking up more than a million monthly listeners on Spotify - which is pretty good going for a group that formed less than two months ago. What’s also impressive is that the prolific four-piece psych-rock outfit have already released two albums on their

My sporting life: Cristiano Ronaldo honoured in new Hong Kong museum

ADVERTISEMENTHong Kong has opened the doors to the first Cristiano Ronaldo museum in far east Asia. The CR7 Life Museum welcomed the public on Monday in Tsim Sha Tsui, where visitors can learn a little more about the Portugal international footballer's remarkable career, from his origins on the island of Madeira to his current chapter

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Celebrated ‘The X-Files’ composer Mark Snow dies aged 78

ADVERTISEMENTThis weekend, we learned of the disappearance of American composer Mark Snow, the celebrated artist best known for his iconic and eerie theme for the hit TV show The X Files. He was 78.  A cause of death has not been provided, but Variety said Snow died Friday at his residence in the northeastern state of Connecticut. Snow’s

Ronaldo, chess and a $70M cash pot: Inside the Esports World Cup 2025

ADVERTISEMENTFrom a niche subculture of internet cafés and LAN parties to a global billion-dollar industry, esports - short for electronic sports - has become one of the most thrilling, fastest-growing spectacles in modern entertainment. Nowhere is this meteoric rise more visible than at the Esports World Cup, which returns to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for its

Is Denmark killing the tradition of EU playlists?

ADVERTISEMENTThe time has come for Brussels to swap out the red and white Polish flags for another set of red and white flags. Poland’s presidency of the Council has come to an end – and it’s now Denmark’s turn at the helm.Presiding over the Council is a rotating role, passed among member states every six

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‘Reservoir Dogs’ star Michael Madsen’s cause of death revealed

ADVERTISEMENTLast week, we learned of the tragic death of American actor Michael Madsen, a regular collaborator with Quentin Tarantino on films like Reservoir Dogs and Kill Bill: Volumes 1 & 2.  The beloved actor was founded dead at his home on 3 July. He was 67.  Now, Madsen’s cardiologist has announced that the actor died

Fake AI band scandal: The Velvet Sundown controversy explained

ADVERTISEMENTHave you heard of the band The Velvet Sundown?  They’re blowing up right now, racking up more than a million monthly listeners on Spotify - which is pretty good going for a group that formed less than two months ago. What’s also impressive is that the prolific four-piece psych-rock outfit have already released two albums on their

My sporting life: Cristiano Ronaldo honoured in new Hong Kong museum

ADVERTISEMENTHong Kong has opened the doors to the first Cristiano Ronaldo museum in far east Asia. The CR7 Life Museum welcomed the public on Monday in Tsim Sha Tsui, where visitors can learn a little more about the Portugal international footballer's remarkable career, from his origins on the island of Madeira to his current chapter

Ronaldo, chess and a $70M cash pot: Inside the Esports World Cup 2025

ADVERTISEMENTFrom a niche subculture of internet cafés and LAN parties to a global billion-dollar industry, esports - short for electronic sports - has become one of the most thrilling, fastest-growing spectacles in modern entertainment. Nowhere is this meteoric rise more visible than at the Esports World Cup, which returns to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for its

Grimes delivers scathing and viral rant aimed at ex-partner Elon Musk

ADVERTISEMENTCanadian singer-songwriter Grimes, who shares three children with Elon Musk - X Æ A-Xii, Exa Dark Sideræl, and Techno Mechanicus - has taken aim at her ex-partner.After an extended break on X, Grimes - real name Claire Boucher - returned to the social media platform owned by Musk to express her excitement about collaborating with English drum

Majority of UNESCO World Heritage sites face severe water risk

ADVERTISEMENTNearly 73 per cent of World Heritage sites are at high risk of water-related hazards, according to analysis by the World Resources Institute (WRI) and UNESCO. From the Taj Mahal to the Royal Monastery of Santa MarIa de Guadalupe, more than 1,100 inscribed sites were assessed for four types of water risk: drought, water stress, riverine

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‘Reservoir Dogs’ star Michael Madsen’s cause of death revealed

ADVERTISEMENTLast week, we learned of the tragic death of American actor Michael Madsen, a regular collaborator with Quentin Tarantino on films like Reservoir Dogs and Kill Bill: Volumes 1 & 2.  The beloved actor was founded dead at his home on 3 July. He was 67.  Now, Madsen’s cardiologist has announced that the actor died

Fake AI band scandal: The Velvet Sundown controversy explained

ADVERTISEMENTHave you heard of the band The Velvet Sundown?  They’re blowing up right now, racking up more than a million monthly listeners on Spotify - which is pretty good going for a group that formed less than two months ago. What’s also impressive is that the prolific four-piece psych-rock outfit have already released two albums on their

My sporting life: Cristiano Ronaldo honoured in new Hong Kong museum

ADVERTISEMENTHong Kong has opened the doors to the first Cristiano Ronaldo museum in far east Asia. The CR7 Life Museum welcomed the public on Monday in Tsim Sha Tsui, where visitors can learn a little more about the Portugal international footballer's remarkable career, from his origins on the island of Madeira to his current chapter

Ronaldo, chess and a $70M cash pot: Inside the Esports World Cup 2025

ADVERTISEMENTFrom a niche subculture of internet cafés and LAN parties to a global billion-dollar industry, esports - short for electronic sports - has become one of the most thrilling, fastest-growing spectacles in modern entertainment. Nowhere is this meteoric rise more visible than at the Esports World Cup, which returns to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for its

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‘Reservoir Dogs’ star Michael Madsen’s cause of death revealed

ADVERTISEMENTLast week, we learned of the tragic death of American actor Michael Madsen, a regular collaborator with Quentin Tarantino on films like Reservoir Dogs and Kill Bill: Volumes 1 & 2.  The beloved actor was founded dead at his home on 3 July. He was 67.  Now, Madsen’s cardiologist has announced that the actor died

Fake AI band scandal: The Velvet Sundown controversy explained

ADVERTISEMENTHave you heard of the band The Velvet Sundown?  They’re blowing up right now, racking up more than a million monthly listeners on Spotify - which is pretty good going for a group that formed less than two months ago. What’s also impressive is that the prolific four-piece psych-rock outfit have already released two albums on their

My sporting life: Cristiano Ronaldo honoured in new Hong Kong museum

ADVERTISEMENTHong Kong has opened the doors to the first Cristiano Ronaldo museum in far east Asia. The CR7 Life Museum welcomed the public on Monday in Tsim Sha Tsui, where visitors can learn a little more about the Portugal international footballer's remarkable career, from his origins on the island of Madeira to his current chapter

Ronaldo, chess and a $70M cash pot: Inside the Esports World Cup 2025

ADVERTISEMENTFrom a niche subculture of internet cafés and LAN parties to a global billion-dollar industry, esports - short for electronic sports - has become one of the most thrilling, fastest-growing spectacles in modern entertainment. Nowhere is this meteoric rise more visible than at the Esports World Cup, which returns to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for its

Grimes delivers scathing and viral rant aimed at ex-partner Elon Musk

ADVERTISEMENTCanadian singer-songwriter Grimes, who shares three children with Elon Musk - X Æ A-Xii, Exa Dark Sideræl, and Techno Mechanicus - has taken aim at her ex-partner.After an extended break on X, Grimes - real name Claire Boucher - returned to the social media platform owned by Musk to express her excitement about collaborating with English drum

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‘Reservoir Dogs’ star Michael Madsen’s cause of death revealed

ADVERTISEMENTLast week, we learned of the tragic death of American actor Michael Madsen, a regular collaborator with Quentin Tarantino on films like Reservoir Dogs and Kill Bill: Volumes 1 & 2.  The beloved actor was founded dead at his home on 3 July. He was 67.  Now, Madsen’s cardiologist has announced that the actor died

Fake AI band scandal: The Velvet Sundown controversy explained

ADVERTISEMENTHave you heard of the band The Velvet Sundown?  They’re blowing up right now, racking up more than a million monthly listeners on Spotify - which is pretty good going for a group that formed less than two months ago. What’s also impressive is that the prolific four-piece psych-rock outfit have already released two albums on their

My sporting life: Cristiano Ronaldo honoured in new Hong Kong museum

ADVERTISEMENTHong Kong has opened the doors to the first Cristiano Ronaldo museum in far east Asia. The CR7 Life Museum welcomed the public on Monday in Tsim Sha Tsui, where visitors can learn a little more about the Portugal international footballer's remarkable career, from his origins on the island of Madeira to his current chapter

Ronaldo, chess and a $70M cash pot: Inside the Esports World Cup 2025

ADVERTISEMENTFrom a niche subculture of internet cafés and LAN parties to a global billion-dollar industry, esports - short for electronic sports - has become one of the most thrilling, fastest-growing spectacles in modern entertainment. Nowhere is this meteoric rise more visible than at the Esports World Cup, which returns to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for its

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‘Reservoir Dogs’ star Michael Madsen’s cause of death revealed

ADVERTISEMENTLast week, we learned of the tragic death of American actor Michael Madsen, a regular collaborator with Quentin Tarantino on films like Reservoir Dogs and Kill Bill: Volumes 1 & 2.  The beloved actor was founded dead at his home on 3 July. He was 67.  Now, Madsen’s cardiologist has announced that the actor died

Fake AI band scandal: The Velvet Sundown controversy explained

ADVERTISEMENTHave you heard of the band The Velvet Sundown?  They’re blowing up right now, racking up more than a million monthly listeners on Spotify - which is pretty good going for a group that formed less than two months ago. What’s also impressive is that the prolific four-piece psych-rock outfit have already released two albums on their

My sporting life: Cristiano Ronaldo honoured in new Hong Kong museum

ADVERTISEMENTHong Kong has opened the doors to the first Cristiano Ronaldo museum in far east Asia. The CR7 Life Museum welcomed the public on Monday in Tsim Sha Tsui, where visitors can learn a little more about the Portugal international footballer's remarkable career, from his origins on the island of Madeira to his current chapter

Ronaldo, chess and a $70M cash pot: Inside the Esports World Cup 2025

ADVERTISEMENTFrom a niche subculture of internet cafés and LAN parties to a global billion-dollar industry, esports - short for electronic sports - has become one of the most thrilling, fastest-growing spectacles in modern entertainment. Nowhere is this meteoric rise more visible than at the Esports World Cup, which returns to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for its

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‘Reservoir Dogs’ star Michael Madsen’s cause of death revealed

ADVERTISEMENTLast week, we learned of the tragic death of American actor Michael Madsen, a regular collaborator with Quentin Tarantino on films like Reservoir Dogs and Kill Bill: Volumes 1 & 2.  The beloved actor was founded dead at his home on 3 July. He was 67.  Now, Madsen’s cardiologist has announced that the actor died

Fake AI band scandal: The Velvet Sundown controversy explained

ADVERTISEMENTHave you heard of the band The Velvet Sundown?  They’re blowing up right now, racking up more than a million monthly listeners on Spotify - which is pretty good going for a group that formed less than two months ago. What’s also impressive is that the prolific four-piece psych-rock outfit have already released two albums on their

My sporting life: Cristiano Ronaldo honoured in new Hong Kong museum

ADVERTISEMENTHong Kong has opened the doors to the first Cristiano Ronaldo museum in far east Asia. The CR7 Life Museum welcomed the public on Monday in Tsim Sha Tsui, where visitors can learn a little more about the Portugal international footballer's remarkable career, from his origins on the island of Madeira to his current chapter