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Spain's ex-king asks London court to dismiss £126 mn damages claim
Lawyers for Spain's ex-king Juan Carlos I on Tuesday asked a court in London to throw out a claim for damages of over £126 million by a former lover.
Rare Somali wild ass born Chile zoo
A rare Somali wild ass has been born in a zoo in Chile, the fourth specimen of the critically endangered species to be born in the South American country, the zoo owner said.
Jane Birkin, actor, singer and style icon, dies at 76 in Paris
Jane Birkin, the British-born singer and actor who became a style icon in her adopted France, has died, a source close to her said on Sunday. She was 76.
Animals become healing companions in Mexico hospital
Nine-year-old Alessia Ramos gently pets a hamster at a Mexican hospital where animals ranging from Australian parakeets to a Siberian Husky are being used to provide mental health therapy.
Stars hit Hollywood sidewalks as anger at studios simmers
Honking horns, simmering heat, a smattering of stars, and a lot of anger at Disney boss Bob Iger.
Lisa Marie Presley death linked to weight loss surgery
The death of Lisa Marie Presley, the singer-songwriter and only child of rock and roll legend Elvis, was caused by a bowl obstruction related to a prior weight loss surgery, medical examiners said.
Hollywood shuts down as actors go on strike
Hollywood's actors announced Thursday they will go on strike, joining writers in the first industry-wide shutdown in 63 years after last-ditch talks failed, with nearly all film and television production set to grind to a halt.
Hollywood set for first shutdown strike since 1960
Hollywood actors were poised to go on strike Thursday, joining writers in the first industry-wide shutdown in 63 years after last-ditch talks failed, with nearly all film and television production likely to grind to a halt.
BBC restarts inquiry into sex pictures scandal as star named
The BBC on Thursday resumed an internal inquiry after its star news anchor was revealed as the man at the centre of a sex pictures scandal, following days of fevered speculation about his identity.
Iraq's marshes are dying, and a civilisation with them
Mohammed Hamid Nour is only 23, but he is already nostalgic for how Iraq's Mesopotamian marshes once were before drought dried them up, decimating his herd of water buffaloes.
Hollywood edges closer to actors strike as talks sour
Tens of thousands of Hollywood actors on Wednesday anxiously awaited their union's decision on whether to strike, as last-ditch talks with the likes of Disney and Netflix appeared to sour just hours before the crunch deadline.
In Miami, 'Messi mania' takes hold
Without a win under its belt since May, Inter Miami is an unlikely candidate to be crowned Major League Soccer's hottest team -- but that was before Lionel Messi came to town.
Hollywood on edge for actor strike deadline as talks sour
Hollywood actors on Wednesday anxiously awaited their union's decision on whether to strike, right at the peak of the summer blockbuster season, as last-ditch talks with studios appeared to sour.
'Succession' tops nominations for strike-threatened Emmys
"Succession," the HBO drama about an ultra-wealthy family fighting for control of a sinister media empire, led the nominations Wednesday for the Emmys -- television's version of the Oscars.
Satire and poetry: Milan Kundera took on life's absurdity
Milan Kundera, the author of "The Unbearable Lightness of Being" whose dark, provocative novels delved into the enigma of the human condition, has died, a spokeswoman for the Milan Kundera Library in his native city of Brno said on Wednesday. He was 94.
Czech novelist Milan Kundera dies at 94
Milan Kundera, the author of "The Unbearable Lightness of Being" whose dark, provocative novels delved into the enigma of the human condition, has died, a spokeswoman for the Milan Kundera Library in his native city of Brno said on Wednesday. He was 94.
Dinosaur bones evoking Loch Ness monster to be auctioned: Sotheby's
Two mounted dinosaur skeletons -- one a fierce flying reptile of the kind seen in the "Jurassic Park" movies and the other evocative of the Loch Ness monster -- will be auctioned off this month in New York, Sotheby's said Tuesday.
Britney Spears memoir set for October 24 release
Britney Spears will publish a highly anticipated memoir this fall, some two years after a court freed her from a strict conservatorship many deemed abusive and exploitative.
'Succession' and strikes: what to expect from Emmy nominations
Can any TV show topple "Succession" at the Emmys? Will Amazon's lavish "Lord of the Rings" prequel rule them all? And, with ongoing Hollywood strikes, will television's finest even be honored this year?
Brother of French man who died in police custody injured in arrest
A man arrested in Paris during a memorial rally for his brother, who died in police custody seven years ago, was released from hospital Sunday, amid calls for more protests.
Britney Spears says hit in face by Wembanyama's security
Las Vegas police said Thursday they had investigated an incident between French NBA top draft pick Victor Wembanyama's security and pop star Britney Spears, who said she had been hit in the face.
Police probe Wembanyama security's incident with Britney Spears
Las Vegas police said Thursday they had investigated an incident between French NBA top draft pick Victor Wembanyama's security and pop star Britney Spears.
France star footballer Mbappe visits father's native Cameroon
France's star footballer Kylian Mbappe arrived in Cameroon to an ecstatic welcome from fans Thursday for a visit that includes charity work with deaf children and a trip to his father's village.
Hong Kong-American pop singer Coco Lee dies aged 48
Hong Kong-born American pop singer Coco Lee, beloved in Asia for her diva riffs and as the voice of Disney's "Mulan" in Mandarin, died Wednesday, according to an announcement from her family.
Charles III presented with Scottish Crown Jewels
King Charles III was on Wednesday presented with symbols of his authority in Scotland, two months after he was officially crowned as monarch.
First baby born in UK's NHS says staff pay rise would be perfect gift
Aneira Thomas holds the honour of being the first baby born on Britain's National Health Service and, as they both celebrate their 75th birthday, she says her "best present" would be a pay rise for its embattled staff.
Yoga is better than heroin, says Blur's Damon Albarn
British band Blur are back with a new album and reunion tour -- a chance to "time-travel" for band leader Damon Albarn, even if he admits the years are taking their toll.
Paris 'not worried' riots will affect 2024 Olympics
The city government in Paris said Monday it was "not worried" about knock-on effects from almost a week of riots on next year's Olympic Games.
Chinese pop idol Cai Xukun denies wrongdoing in sex scandal
Chinese pop star and fashion icon Cai Xukun denied Monday he had pressured a woman to have an abortion but promised to change his behaviour after being embroiled in a sex scandal that has taken China by storm.
Neglected elephant touches down in Thai homeland after flight
A Thai elephant gifted to Sri Lanka two decades ago arrived back in its birth country Sunday, following a diplomatic spat over the animal's alleged mistreatment.
Dutch king makes historic apology for slavery
Dutch King Willem-Alexander issued a historic royal apology Saturday for the Netherlands' involvement in slavery, saying he felt "personally and intensely" affected.
Long waits as UK hit by guide dog shortage
Charles Bloch remembers well the cold and wet December day seven years ago when he met his guide dog Carlo and they went on their first walk.