Now playing Next Culture news Meryl Streep to perform in Rufus Wainwright’s Dream Requiem Inspired by the Covid-19 pandemic, Rufus Wainwright’s Dream Requiem will debut in Paris mid-June, with Meryl Streep starring as a narrator. 04/06/2024
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Now playing Next Culture news Legendary Hollywood and Broadway star Janis Paige dies aged 101 Actress Janis Paige danced with Fred Astaire, sang in clubs with Sammy Davis Jr. and was a legend in Hollywood. She performed into her 90s and even added her voice to the #MeToo movement. 04/06/2024
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Now playing Next Europe News Tensions rise in Mannheim after policeman's deadly stabbing Left-wing supporters accused AfD youth protesters of exploiting the policeman's death at the hands of a migrant for political gain. 03/06/2024
Now playing Next Europe News EU elections: What are the biggest issues at stake? Our journalists provide insights into the stakes of the upcoming European elections, covering issues ranging from defence to the green deal and migration pact. 03/06/2024
Now playing Next Green News Inside Paris 2024’s plans to hold the most sustainable Games yet Construction represents the biggest improvement, with 95% of venues existing or temporary. But critics point to ‘harmful’ sponsorship deals. 03/06/2024
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Now playing Next Culture news Eurovision’s Bambie Thug: Israeli delegation being investigated by EBU Ireland's Bambie Thug has shared that an EBU (European Broadcasting Union) investigation is underway into alleged violations by the Israeli delegation, including comments made during their performance, as well as off-stage incidents during the dress rehearsal of the Grand Final. 03/06/2024
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Now playing Next Culture news Adele praised for confronting anti-pride heckler during concert Saturday was 1 June, marking the first day of Pride Month. During a Las Vegas gig, British singer Adele clapped back at a homophobic audience member who yelled: "Pride sucks". The footage of the moment has gone viral and garnered much praise for Adele. 03/06/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Album anniversaries: Three records to celebrate in June 2024 From flirtatious pop to electro remixes via raw declarations, three British artists tackle love in all its permutations – sultry, heartbreaking, and melancholic. Here's our pick of the three albums celebrating a major anniversary this month. 03/06/2024