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iCloud Hacking Compromises Coldplay's Unreleased Music Among Other Singers' Creations

Madeleine Cadoux, 05/01 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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In a case that underscores the fragility of digital privacy and the sanctity of creative work, a 22-year-old hacker, Skylar Dalziel, exploited online vulnerabilities to access unreleased tracks from renowned artists such as Coldplay, Shawn Mendes and Bebe Rexha. The thefts began in 2021 when Dalziel hacked into cloud storage accounts linked to ...

Cape Town’s Streets Alive for Historic Minstrel Carnival

This is Beirut, 05/01 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Cape Town’s historic streets erupted in a riot of color and music on Saturday, January 4, as thousands of costumed minstrels paraded through the city’s center in an exuberant celebration of cultural heritage and resilience. This annual carnival, deeply rooted in the city’s history of slavery, drew large crowds and cemented its reputation as ...

Female Circus Artists Take Center Stage at the Biennale

This is Beirut, 04/01 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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A major event in contemporary circus arts, the Biennale internationale des arts du Cirque (BIAC) will open on January 9 across Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, focusing on female-led creations. This year’s edition achieves a milestone, with half of its 66 performances either created or directed by women in an art form historically dominated by ...

'Emilia Perez' Leads Golden Globes with Ten Nominations

Madeleine Cadoux, 04/01 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Hollywood’s awards season reaches a peak this Sunday at the 82nd Golden Globes, where Jacques Audiard’s Emilia Perez stands as the front-runner. This genre-bending musical about a Mexican drug lord transitioning to life as a woman leads with 10 nominations, the most ever for a musical or comedy film. Key nods include Best Musical/Comedy, Best ...

Breathing Life into Shiraz’s Forgotten Alleys Through Art

This is Beirut, 03/01 15:25 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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In the winding alleys of southern Iran, artist Adel Yazdi has taken it upon himself to turn his rustic old neighborhood into a cultural and tourist hub through vibrant paintings and carved relief faces. Narenjestan, a neighborhood characterized by crumbling, uninhabited houses, is nestled in Shiraz, a southern city celebrated for its historic ...

Iranian Artist Adel Yazdi Transforms Shiraz Walls Into Artistic Masterpieces

This is Beirut, 03/01 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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South African Ballet Visionary Dada Masilo Dies at 39

This is Beirut, 03/01 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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The global dance community is in mourning following the sudden death of South African choreographer and dancer Dada Masilo, who passed away this weekend at the age of 39. According to a statement from her family, Masilo died unexpectedly on Sunday after a short illness, leaving the artistic world in shock and sorrow. Born in the township of ...

Tintin, Popeye, Hemingway, and Ravel Lose Copyright Protection in the U.S.

This is Beirut, 02/01 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Every January 1, thousands of books, films, songs, musical pieces, artworks, and comic characters—95 years old—lose their copyright protection in the U.S. This means they can now be freely copied, shared, reproduced, or adapted, without paying a cent in royalties. The Center for the Study of the Public Domain at Duke University’s law school ...

Joseph Tarrab, Art Critic and Chronicler of Beirut, Has Passed Away

Marie-Christine Tayah, 02/01 12:20 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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A journalist, writer, theater enthusiast, and art critic, Joseph Tarrab’s career spanned decades, resulting in a remarkable body of books and articles. Bestowed the title of Officer of the Order by Henri Le Breton, cultural advisor and director of the French Institute of Lebanon, on behalf of French Culture Minister Aurélie Filippetti, his ...

World Celebrated New Year, UK Faced Weather Disruptions

This is Beirut, 01/01 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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Around the world, every country geared up to welcome the new year with its own distinct customs and celebrations. From the dazzling fireworks in Sydney to the lively parties in New York, cities prepared for a vibrant display of tradition and festivity. In places like Paris, where the Eiffel Tower lighted up the night sky, and in Cape Town, where ...

Rediscovering Mont Blanc: A Timeless Treat for Festive Gatherings

Marie-Christine Tayah, 01/01 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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Mont Blanc is a cornerstone of French patisserie. This iconic cake takes its name from the majestic Alpine peak, its conical shape and snow-like topping echoing the mountain’s eternal snows. Mont Blanc: A Dessert of History and Symbolism While its exact origins remain unclear, they are thought to lie somewhere between France and Italy, two ...

Vienna, Venice and Berlin: Musical Nationalism in New Year's Concerts

Alain E. Andrea, 2024-12-31 17:15 - Reading : 6 minute(s)

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The arrival of the new year is heralded by global festivities, with New Year's concerts at the forefront. These events, featuring renowned orchestras and conductors, have become key annual celebrations for music enthusiasts, offering a melodic exploration of Europe's rich musical heritage while ushering in a sense of joy and hope for the coming ...

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