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Jailed in Italy, Malian singer Rokia Traore appeals to EU court
Renowned Malian singer Rokia Traore, arrested in Italy more than three weeks ago over an international child custody dispute, has appealed to European Union judges to resist an extradition request from Belgium, her lawyer told Reuters on Friday. Traore, 50, is one of Africa’s best-known vocalists and a goodwill ambassador for the United Nations’ refugee agency UNHCR.
‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ celebrates friendship, Ryan Reynolds says
The global promotional tour for “Deadpool & Wolverine” touched down in London on Thursday, with stars Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman bringing their bromance to the movie’s UK sneak peek event. The two have entertained fans with their humorous, high-energy appearances at previous stops in Shanghai, Seoul and Berlin.
Alec Baldwin lawyer blasts police probe of ‘Rust’ shooting
A lawyer for Alec Baldwin on Thursday rigorously questioned a police technician over her investigation of the “Rust” shooting that killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, suggesting agents were more interested in prosecuting Baldwin than finding the source of a live round that killed the film’s cinematographer. On day two of Baldwin’s involuntary manslaughter trial, his lawyer Alex Spiro grilled a New Mexico crime scene technician over the search of prop supplier PDQ Arm & Prop that the attorney alleged could have supplied six live rounds found on the Western movie set.
Beastie Boys sue Chili’s owner over ‘Sabotage’ ads
The Beastie Boys have sued restaurant owner Brinker International in New York federal court, saying Brinker used the legendary rap trio’s 1994 song “Sabotage” to promote the Chili’s chain without their permission. The group said in its complaint filed on Wednesday that Brinker unlawfully used “Sabotage” in Chili’s social-media ads, falsely implying that the Beastie Boys endorsed the casual-dining restaurants.
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LONDON -Taylor Swift was joined by surprise guest Florence Welch for her first live performance of "Florida!!!" during the final European date of her Eras to
Taylor Swift is to close out the European leg of her Eras Tour with five nights at London’s Wembley Stadium.It comes after the US pop star, 34, paid tribute t