Entertainment

Oscar-winning Italian actress Sophia Loren in hospital after fall

Oscar-winning Italian film star Sophia Loren, one of the most famous movie divas of the 20th century, has undergone surgery after a fall in her home in Geneva, a spokesman said on…

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GO Celebrates First Year of Its TV channel dedicated to Maltese content – TOKIS With 4 Million Views

GO is marking the end of the first schedule of its very own television channel TOKIS by celebrating the successful figures that have been registered by the platform since it…

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Rihanna to perform at Super Bowl halftime show in Arizona

Rihanna will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in February in Glendale, Arizona, the National Football League announced on Sunday. The Grammy-winning Barbadian singer is filling one of the…

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Bataclan Banksy thieves took minutes to steal artwork, court told

Thieves who stole a mural by street artist Banksy on an emergency exit door of the Bataclan concert hall in Paris used a crowbar and angle grinder to prise it free…

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Will Smith says sorry for slapping Chris Rock at Oscars ceremony

Will Smith apologized to Chris Rock on Monday for slapping the comedian at Sunday night's Oscars ceremony, issuing a statement after the film academy said it might take action against Smith for an incident…

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MedFilm in Malta to celebrate diversity, encourage dialogue in the Mediterranean

The first edition of “MedFilm in Malta – We love the sea”, organised by Costantino Films Ltd in collaboration with the MedFilm Festival of Rome, with the support of the…

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Malta: Entertainment industry unhappy standing events not given go-ahead

The Malta Entertainment Industry and Arts Association (MEIA) has expressed its disappointment that the industry was not given the go-ahead to resume standing events. "Whereas we applaud the ongoing efforts…

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Malta: Artists’ union says new measures a step in the right direction

The Malta Entertainment Industry and Arts Association (MEIA) welcomed the new measures announced today and the €2 million scheme aimed at reviving the entertainment industry, saying they are a step…

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Vaccine passports: path back to normality or problem in the making?

Governments and developers around the world are exploring the potential use of "vaccine passports" as a way of reopening the economy by identifying those protected against the coronavirus. Those developing the…

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Malta: Jurassic World: Dominion reportedly scales back Malta shoot

Entertainment news portal Variety has reported that Universal has decided to change its planned shooting schedule for Jurassic World: Dominion in Malta from a first unit crew to a second unit one, after numbers…

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Hollywood preparing for remake of ‘Scarface’

“Call Me by Your Name” filmmaker Luca Guadagnino is set to head a Universal Pictures remake of the classic film, marking the third iteration of the crime saga. The original…

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Microsoft helps British musicians to replace cancelled gigs with immersive and interactive livestreams

A new initiative to help British artists and musicians replace their cancelled gigs with interactive online performances has been launched by Microsoft. The company has announced the Re:Surface project, which…

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Roy Horn of magician duo Siegfried & Roy dies from COVID-19

Magician Roy Horn, best known as part of the Las Vegas performing duo of Siegfried & Roy, has died at the age of 75 after contracting coronavirus. Horn and Fischbacher,…

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Millie Small, My Boy Lollipop singer dies aged 73

Jamaican singer Millie Small has died at the age of 73 after suffering a stroke. The star was most famous for her hit single My Boy Lollipop, which reached number…

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Cinemas in Italy may reopen but with open-air showings

Italian cinemas may reopen this summer with open-air showings at which customers will wear facemasks and keep a safe distance, according to the new 'Movement Village' project presented Tuesday. The…

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Over €300,000 raised for charity through Malta Together’s ‘Festival of Gratitude and Inspiration

Malta Together’s Festival of Gratitude and Inspiration was aired on Sunday 3rd May to thank the health care workers, other front liners and volunteers who are involved in the fight against…

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Liam Gallagher leads wave of free concerts for NHS staff

Liam Gallagher has announced a free concert for NHS workers to acknowledge their efforts during the coronavirus outbreak. Gallagher said it was an “honour” to announce the concert at London’s…

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Friends’ Reunion Special postponed

Variety reports that the Friends’ Reunion Special has been postponed indefinitely due to the coronavirus pandemic. Variety reports that according to an individual with knowledge of the situation, the continued…

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Veteran British singer Marianne Faithfull ‘stable in hospital’ after Covid-19 diagnosis

Marianne Faithfull is being treated for COVID-19 in hospital, her agent has said. Francois Ravard said the singer songwriter, 73, is in a stable condition and is "responding to treatment"…

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Elton John, Paul McCartney among stars thanking British medical staff

Sir Elton John, Sir Paul McCartney and David Beckham were among the stars paying tribute to NHS staff risking their lives fighting the coronavirus pandemic. In a video shared online…

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Jesus Christ Superstar lead actor sends a heartwarming message to Italians

Ted Neeley, the actor who played the role of Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar (1973), a role for which he was nominated for two Golden Globe Awards and has reprised numerous times,…

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Photo Story: Century of cinema celebrated in Leicester Square

British actor Hugh Bonneville unveils a new Paddington Bear statue in Trafalgar Square in London, Britain, 27 February 2020. Leicester Square is marking a century of cinema in the square…

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Photo Story: Pinocchio photocall at the 70th Berlin Film Festival

In the photo above Roberto Benigni (C) poses with Federico Ielapi (L) and Alida Baladri Calabria (R) during the 'Pinocchio' photocall during the 70th annual Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale),…

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New ‘Star Wars’ Movie in Development

Lucasfilm is developing a new “Star Wars” feature film with “Sleight” writer-director J.D. Dillard and “Luke Cage” writer Matt Owens, Variety has confirmed. The project is still in its very…

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Ozzy Osbourne cancels US tour to receive Parkinson’s treatment

Ozzy Osbourne has cancelled his North American tour to receive medical treatment after revealing he has Parkinson's disease. The Black Sabbath frontman, 71, had been due to start the US…

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Photo Story: Preparations for the 92nd edition of the Academy Awards

Workers continue preparations on the red carpet for the 92nd annual Academy Awards ceremony at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California, USA. The Oscars will be presented on the evening…

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Fiorello once more steals the show at Sanremo, Roberto Benigni guest of honour tonight

Italy's top showman Fiorello again stole the show on the second night of the 70th Sanremo Song Festival. The Sicilian entertainer descended the stairs of the Ariston Theatre in drag,…

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Peppa Pig loses her voice

Harley Bird, who has voiced children's TV favourite Peppa Pig for the past 13 years, has announced she is stepping down from the role. Bird, who is now 18, has…

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Billie Eilish is the big winner at the Grammys

Pop star Billie Eilish swept the board at the 2020 Grammys, winning five awards, including best new artist and song of the year. The 18-year-old also won album of the…

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Monty Python star Terry Jones dies aged 77

Monty Python star Terry Jones has died at the age of 77, his agent has said. The Welsh actor, who was one of the six members of Monty Python, starring…

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Gillian Anderson to play Margaret Thatcher in The Crown’s fourth season

Gillian Anderson will play Margaret Thatcher in season four of The Crown, Netflix has announced. The Crown's Twitter account confirmed the rumours that The X Files star would portray the…

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The Crown’s third season will start in November 2019

Netflix has announced the release date for the third season of The Crown, alongside the first footage of Olivia Colman in character as Queen Elizabeth II. The drama will return…

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Maltese night-life zones have become more dangerous than ever before – Malta Independent on Sunday

Areas synonymous with night-life, such as Buġibba and Paceville, have become more dangerous than ever before, with daily occurrences of brawls, drugs, and prostitution now normalised, sources familiar with the…

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“Sesame Street” introduces new Karli Muppet promoting love of foster families

"Sesame Street" has introduced a new Muppet with the aim of highlighting the stories and unique love of foster families. CNN reports that the center of the new initiative is a…

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