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Children Under 16 to Be Banned from Social Media Platforms in Upcoming Spring

Under 16s will be banned from social media platforms from next spring

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Michele Page appointed General Counsel at SoundExchange

Michele Page previously held vice president roles at Peloton Interactive and Nielsen. Source

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The Stage Was Global, The Journey Years in the Making for Arab Talent at World Cup 2026

The growing presence of Arab artists at the 2026 FIFA World Cup reflects a musical movement that has been building for years.

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Morrissey Lashes Out Against Johnny Marr Over New Smiths Documentary

"He cannot do anything with his life but look back. The truth is always ignored." Morrissey Lashes Out Against Johnny Marr Over New Smiths Documentary Chris Coplan

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Watch Robyn perform ‘Call Your Girlfriend’ with CMAT in Dublin

"That was the most fun I've ever had in my life," said the Irish artist

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‘Adolescence’ creator praises government’s “amazing” social media ban for children

Under 16s will be banned from social media platforms from next spring

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AFEM to Engage at Miami Music Week 2026

As Miami Music Week (MMW) returns, AFEM will be on the ground supporting a programme of gatherings that connect our global community.

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Olivia Wilde explains silence over Florence Pugh feud rumours during ‘Don’t Worry Darling’ press run

"I became the full-on villain"

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Ryman Hospitality confirms it is exploring options for Grand Ole Opry owner Opry Entertainment Group

The Nashville-based REIT said it had engaged Morgan Stanley to evaluate its options after receiving inbound interest from "a range of organizations." Source

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“I got tons and tons of messages from people begging me to bring it back somehow”: Brian Clevinger talks us through the legacy of Absynth, and how it was reborn for a new generation

We recently chatted with Absynth’s creator to hear about the history of this legendary instrument and why its recent rebirth is the 'best project he’s ever worked on'

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How to tune a guitar… even if you haven’t got a tuner

Before you start bashing out your first riff, your guitar must be in tune. Here’s everything you need to know about tuning your guitar

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Millie Bobby Brown says only three people know Eleven’s fate in ‘Stranger Things’

She also joked about her castmates' "rude" theories about the ending

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Inde Navarrette Discusses Post-Obsession Job Search and Audition Process

She also recalled the "crazy" audition process for the film

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The Cure's Robert Smith Performs in Cardiff Amidst Heatwave

Robert Smith performed in all-black as Cardiff experienced its hottest June day (33 degrees)

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“Whether you make boom bap, trap, house, lo-fi, drill or experimental music – we want to hear your unique style and vision”: Thomann launches its beat-making competition for 2026

Loads of Thomann goodies to be won

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“I have vocal nodes. I actually love the texture it gives my voice, but it makes it incredibly hard to sing sometimes. Before I was diagnosed, I used to lose my voice all the time”: Breakout star Sienna Spiro's distinctive singing voice comes at a cost

"I never really had any proper singing lessons growing up… so technically, I'm actually a terrible singer," she says

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Inde Navarrette couldn’t get a job for one and a half years after ‘Obsession’ wrapped

She also recalled the "crazy" audition process for the film

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Leonard Cohen Estate Objects to Trump's Use of 'Hallelujah'

Trump previously used a Rufus Wainwright cover of 'Hallelujah' at a 2024 rally, which Wainwright called “the height of blasphemy”

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Milly Alcock Shines in New 'Supergirl' Film

Superman’s cousin flies solo, with a little help from Jason Momoa’s loco Lobo

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“It speaks to something vital for community, connection, and the power of bringing people together”: Apple celebrates World Beatles Day by uploading colourised version of All You Need Is Love

Original was featured in first ever global satellite broadcast