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Alessandro Michele Takes Helm at Valentino, Ushering New Era
Alessandro Michele Takes Helm at Valentino, Ushering New Era

Alessandro Michele, formerly creative director of Gucci, has been named the new creative director of Valentino. This move follows his departure from Gucci in 2022, concluding a transformative seven-year stint. Michele is set to succeed Pierpaolo Piccioli at Valentino, a brand synonymous with luxury and elegance, founded in 1960 by Valentino ...

Timothée Chalamet Transforms into Bob Dylan in New Biopic
Timothée Chalamet Transforms into Bob Dylan in New Biopic

  Timothée Chalamet, the talented Franco-American actor, is set to portray the legendary folk rock icon Bob Dylan in an upcoming biopic currently being filmed in New York. At the young age of 28, Timothée Chalamet has already established himself as one of the most sought-after actors in Hollywood. From his roles in Dune to Wonka, Chalamet ...

Rediscovered Raphael Masterpiece to Be Exhibited in French Basilica
Rediscovered Raphael Masterpiece to Be Exhibited in French Basilica

  In a remarkable turn of events, a portrait of Mary Magdalene, a masterpiece by the renowned Italian Renaissance painter Raphael, has been rediscovered and authenticated after being unknowingly purchased by French collectors. The painting, which had been bought for a mere 30,000 pounds (approximately 35,000 euros) from a London gallery’s ...

Beyoncé's Album Highlights Black Women Transforming Country Music
Beyoncé's Album Highlights Black Women Transforming Country Music

The much-anticipated country album by megastar Beyoncé, Cowboy Carter, set for release on Friday, March 29, has shone a spotlight on the endeavors of Black performers to foster a more inclusive Nashville, recognizing their integral role in the genre's history. This highlight puts into light not only the challenges faced by Black women in country ...

French Distributor Gambles on Polanski's Controversial 'The Palace'
French Distributor Gambles on Polanski's Controversial 'The Palace'

Roman Polanski's latest film The Palace is set to hit French theaters on May 15, distributed by a small company specializing in heritage cinema, despite the filmmaker's controversial status. Swashbuckler Films, a small distributor known for its focus on cinematic heritage, announced on Tuesday that it plans to release Roman Polanski's latest ...

The Northern Lights as Seen by Anna Ward Bondavalli
The Northern Lights as Seen by Anna Ward Bondavalli

  Upon her return from the Lofoten Islands in Norway, photographer Anna Bondavalli Ward shares her incredible experience and emotions from this fantastic trip during which she was able to admire the Northern Lights and come back with fabulous photographs. This journey is a process in itself, beginning with the courage to leave the comfort ...

Chronicles of Space and Time: The Art of Nadim Karam
Chronicles of Space and Time: The Art of Nadim Karam

  In the pulsating heart of Bourj Hammoud, the erstwhile Abroyan Factories are reborn as a sanctum of contemporary art, hosting the "Journal of Times, Journal of Present Times" exhibition. This symbiosis of stories, spaces and reflections that transcend both time and space, expertly curated by Nayla Tamraz and envisioned by the visionary ...

Maurizio Pollini, Pianist of the Ineffable
Maurizio Pollini, Pianist of the Ineffable

Like a star that slowly dies out in silence, Maurizio Pollini went on to join his peers in supreme Harmony. Dominique Merlet, Gilles Cantagrel and Bernard Fournier pay tribute to an exceptional artist. And the candle goes out. The silence thickens, densifies and becomes heavy with grief, sorrow and pain. Solemnly engulfing this eternal moment, ...

Andrew Scott Wins Best Actor at Critics’ Circle Theatre Awards
Andrew Scott Wins Best Actor at Critics’ Circle Theatre Awards

In a distinguished gathering that celebrated theatrical excellence, Andrew Scott, David Tennant, and Sophie Okonedo were bestowed with acting accolades at the 33rd U.K. Critics’ Circle Theatre Awards. These awards, keenly anticipated by the theatre community, underscore the vibrancy and dynamism of the British stage. Andrew Scott achieved a ...

Fashion World Shaken by Pierpaolo Piccioli Leaving Valentino
Fashion World Shaken by Pierpaolo Piccioli Leaving Valentino

The fashion industry was left reeling on Monday as Italian luxury brand Valentino announced the cancelation of its June fashion shows following the departure of longtime creative director Pierpaolo Piccioli. The unexpected news has sent shockwaves through the fashion world, as Valentino was set to present its highly anticipated Men’s and Haute ...

Jude Law Takes on Silver Screen as English King
Jude Law Takes on Silver Screen as English King

World-renowned actor, recipient of the BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role (2000), Honorary César (2007), National Board of Review Award for Best Cast (2004) and British Independent Film Award – The Variety Award (2011), Jude Law, makes a compelling return to the silver screen portraying a historical figure, that of Henry VIII. The ...

'Zaradacht Sara Kalban:' A Biting Satire of Oppression
'Zaradacht Sara Kalban:' A Biting Satire of Oppression

The Monnot Theater was packed for the premiere of Zaradacht sara kalban, a work composed of four short plays written by Raymond Gebara during the Lebanese civil war. This creation, directed by Antoine Achkar, explores with biting and provocative humor the themes of servility and fear in the face of religious and military authorities. Through a ...