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ABBA has boosted UK economy

The legendary band ABBA has contributed nearly 1.4 billion pounds to the British economy thanks to their hologram-based show. The ABBA Arena, which opened in London in May 2022, has drawn thousands of spectators from around the world with its futuristic production, where the Swedish quartet appears in holographic form. In just over two years, more than two million people have attended the show, bringing significant financial benefits to the...

How much did Taylor Swift give to Eras tour staff in bonuses?

Taylor Swift recently wrapped up her Eras Tour and it’s been revealed how much she gave her staff and crew in bonuses. The tour wrapped up in Vancouver, Canada on Sunday (8 December) after almost a staggering two years on the road as she kicked things off on 17 March 2023. As a reward for all their hard work on the show, People claims Swift gave ou...

20 fictional families everyone would want to spend the holidays with

No one can blame anyone for daydreaming about what it’d be like to spend those special times of the year in another household. So, let’s talk about those fictional families that everyone would want to spend the holidays with, from exchanging gifts to diving into a food coma.

13 classic movies with hilarious titles in foreign translations

#TheMoment a Springsteen superfan saw the Boss in his hometown

Bruce Springsteen super-fan Stu Reid recounts the moment he saw the Boss perform a concert in his hometown of Winnipeg.

13 hit songs hated by the musicians who wrote them

13 hit songs hated by the musicians who wrote them - THE LIST: We all have those tunes that just get under our skin, but what happens when it’s one you came up with in the first place? Kevin E G Perry takes a look at artists who’ve come to loathe their own creations

These 24 artists called it quits after one classic album!

These are albums not defined by a single mega-hit but whose legacies are indisputable, almost in spite of everything that came before or after.

Harry Potter fans raising eyebrows after Hagrid casting rumour

Harry Potter fans raising eyebrows after Hagrid casting rumour - ‘So far every casting choice has been god awful,’ one person responded

Michael Bublé on returning to host the Junos & his Snoop Dogg bromance

As he prepares to host the 2025 Junos, Micheal Bublé says he wants the show to be loose and less corporate. In a chat with CBC's Eli Glasner, the singer reflects on his Juno history, his bromance with Snoop Dogg and the stories behind some of his iconic covers.

How well do you remember the 80s? Take part in Metro's nostalgic quiz

The Stone Roses, Madonna, Live Aid, EastEnders, shoulder pads - we remember it all. Let's see if you do.

How To Make A MOVIE NIGHT CAKE! Root beer chocolate cake, vanilla buttercream, M&Ms and popcorn!

Blue Ivy Carter makes film debut in Mufasa as character from 1990s film

Blue Ivy Carter makes film debut in Mufasa as character from 1990s film - The 12-year-old is making her feature film debut in the prequel

Meet the man who crafts intricate dollhouses for sick kids

Vincent Giannotti builds elaborate dollhouses out of his Tecumseh, Ont., home. He says the children who receive them 'forget about their sickness, and all of a sudden they're little girls again.'

Cillian Murphy ‘returns’ in first 28 Years Later trailer as creepy character

Cillian Murphy ‘returns’ in first 28 Years Later trailer as creepy character -

How classic Monet, Renoir and Van Gogh works are getting a 3D upgrade

Edmonton-based Northern Gateway Films has used 3D technology to create an IMAX experience combining art, music and technology. CBC's Nancy Carlson visits the Telus World of Science to learn more from one of the creators, Michael Sulyma.

Moana 2 is mediocre, but there's an amazing animated feature out to watch instead

10 new TV shows from 2024 that are worth watching before the new year

It could be argued that 2024 wasn't the best year for television.

Jesse Eisenberg opens up about filming tough movie scene: ‘I couldn’t stop crying’

Jesse Eisenberg opens up about filming tough movie scene: ‘I couldn’t stop crying’ - ‘I was glad when the movie ended,’ said actor

The 90 Best TV Shows of All Time

15 places you’ve probably visited that feature in blockbuster films

Still rockin': As a singer turns 80, the Christmas song she sang as a teen is a holiday staple

NEW YORK (AP) — Her memories of recording “Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree” are a little hazy. She remembers the producer placing decorations around the studio and blasting the air conditioner on a warm Nashville day to create a holiday spirit. The musicians, she recalls, nailed it in a couple of takes.

The people who put on a production of Hamlet… inside Grand Theft Auto

The people who put on a production of Hamlet… inside Grand Theft Auto - IN FOCUS: During the pandemic, two out-of-work actors decided to mount a Shakespeare adaptation within the blocky, sun-kissed world of ‘Grand Theft Auto’. Now their unexpectedly touching story has been brought to life in a new documentary, writes Greg Evans

I watch all TV and film with subtitles – here’s why you should too

I watch all TV and film with subtitles – here’s why you should too - COMMENT: More people than ever are watching TV and films without ever turning off the subtitles. It’s controversial to some – but actually makes for a superior viewing experience, argues subtitle devotee Annabel Nugent

Paul Mescal sells his Gladiator II wardrobe on Vinted

Paul Mescal sells his Gladiator II wardrobe on Vinted - The Irish actor is selling his whole wardrobe from the film promotion tour.

Emma Corrin and Robert Eggers back 'Babyratu'

"Nosferatu" star Emma Corrin and director Robert Eggers strongly encourage audiences support "Babyratu," by seeing their movie as an erotic feature double bill with "Babygirl," starring Nicole Kidman and Harris Dickinson. (Dec. 4)

The Best Thrillers Of All Time

No words: The 20 greatest instrumental tracks ever recorded

Great music does not have to be dependent on memorable lyrics. Simply listening to the composition and creativity of an instrumental track can be just as rewarding.

Billy Bob Thornton defends Ali Larter’s ‘cartoonish’ Landman role

Billy Bob Thornton defends Ali Larter’s ‘cartoonish’ Landman role - Thornton also shielded creator Taylor Sheridan from criticism

The Best Movies of the 21st Century

Love Actually director says famous cue card scene could have been very different

Love Actually director says famous cue card scene could have been very different - Iconic scene, ‘stolen from a Bob Dylan video’, has been parodied countless times since the film’s release in 2003

Home Alone cast members reunite for the first time in more than 30 years

Home Alone cast members reunite for the first time in more than 30 years - It’s the first time that they had all been together in 30 years

Halifax’s majestic Capitol Theatre was torn down 50 years ago — but its joy lives on

Author and history buff Cynthia Henry still has elaborate decorations, like gargoyles and chandeliers, that were saved from Halifax’s Capitol Theatre before it was torn down in 1974. It operated for 44 years at the corner of Barrington Street and Spring Garden Road.

Go at 25: The making of the coolest ecstasy-fuelled Christmas movie of all time

Go at 25: The making of the coolest ecstasy-fuelled Christmas movie of all time - FLASHBACKS: Twenty-five years ago, Sarah Polley, Katie Holmes and Timothy Olyphant were among the cast of a twisty, randy crime caper set within rave culture and boasting Len’s ‘Steal My Sunshine’ on the soundtrack. Has anything, asks Tom Fordy, ever been quite so deliciously Nineties?

Dolly Parton reveals why her husband never attends A-list events with her

Dolly Parton reveals why her husband never attends A-list events with her - The singer has been married to Carl Dean for 57 years

Which singers have the greatest voices in music history?

Whether it's a soaring soprano or distinctive baritone, a great voice is the cornerstone of great music. When paired with stunning compositions and expert instrumentation, an iconic voice helps create iconic songs.

23 TV characters who simply vanished without a trace

Have you ever watched a show and suddenly thought, “Wait, what happened to that character?” Sure, television characters die or are otherwise written out of a series all the time, but once in a while, they stop appearing with any explanation or acknowledgment whatsoever. Here are 23 TV shows with characters who inexplicably disappeared.

Taika Waititi admits his award-winning show has gone on ‘far too long’

Taika Waititi admits his award-winning show has gone on ‘far too long’ - Six-season vampire mockumentary will conclude with its series finale on December 16

Kate’s carol service to feature bespoke Charlie Mackesy illustration

The Princess of Wales’ annual carol service will feature a bespoke illustration by Charlie Mackesy, celebrating themes of love and kindness after a difficult year. Kate, who is recovering from cancer after what the Prince of Wales described as a “brutal” year, will be staging her televised Together At Christmas service at Westminster Abbey on Decem...

9 foreign remakes of popular US shows that you never knew existed

10 notable books of 2024, from Sarah J. Maas to Melania Trump

10 notable books of 2024, from Sarah J. Maas to Melania Trump - Even through a year of nonstop news about elections, climate change, protests and the price of eggs, Americans still found time to read

Netflix is removing a large number of movies in December 2024

Netflix is removing a large number of movies in December 2024 - Catch them before they disappear

Ottawa theatre companies get festive for the holidays

Whether it's jolly old classics or contemporary twists on comfort and joy, CBC’s Sandra Abma takes a look at what’s on stage this holiday season.

Wicked: How cinema re-invented the witch and restored her powers

As 'Wicked' prepares to cast its spell over the box office, we look at how portrayals of witches on screen have evolved to become symbols of female empowerment and an embracement of otherness. View on euronews

10 Hollywood movies that got history completely wrong

Keanu Reeves returns as John Wick in Ana de Armas Ballerina spin-off

Keanu Reeves returns as John Wick in Ana de Armas Ballerina spin-off -

Gavin And Stacey cast to take over BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show ahead of finale

The Gavin And Stacey cast will take over the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast show ahead of the sitcom airing its final episode on Christmas Day. James Corden and Ruth Jones, who created and starred in the comedy, will be joined by fellow cast members including Joanna Page, Mathew Horne, Rob Brydon, Alison Steadman, Larry Lamb and Rob Wilfort on December 23. ...

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Grab some holiday cheer at a festive Mariah Carey pop-up bar

If you can't get enough of Mariah Carey this holiday season, you're in luck. Several Virgin Hotels across the U.S., including New York City, are being transformed into festive winter wonderlands with a special pop-up holiday bar experience. (November 26)

Do You Remember All These One-Hit Wonders Through the Years?

Sometimes one hit is all it takes.

Daniel Craig says he didn’t play gay role during Bond run because it would ‘look reactionary’

Daniel Craig says he didn’t play gay role during Bond run because it would ‘look reactionary’ - Craig portrays a gay character in the new film ‘Queer’