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The Israeli rescue service behind several unproven Oct. 7 atrocity claims and a group assisting 'traumatised' Israeli soldiers will receive part of the prize.
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Zohran Mamdani has confirmed that the shattaf, a bathroom staple across the Arab and Muslim world, has officially made it into Gracie Mansion.
Ed Sheeran speaks onstage at Deadline Spotlight: Anatomy of a Song - "F1" held at The Motoring Club on January 09, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
Classic Hits Radio in Ireland says it will no longer play Ed Sheeran's music amid a row over Macklemore's pro-Palestine comments.
French actress, author and political activist Adele Haenel poses during a photo session on July 16, 2026 in Paris. (Photo by Joel Saget / AFP via Getty Images)
France Télévisions removed an episode of La Grande Librairie after actor Adèle Haenel accused Israel of genocide and France of complicity.
 Jason Oppenheim attends the We Do It Together's 10th Anniversary Gala at Mr. Brainwash Art Museum on November 18, 2025 in Beverly Hills, California.
The Oppenheim Group, stars of Netflix's Selling Sunset, will open its first UAE office in Dubai in December, with a local spin-off possible.
Primark logo sign is seen in New York City, United States, on August 6, 2026.
Primark will open its first Saudi Arabia store in Riyadh in March 2027, expanding its Gulf presence after successful openings in Dubai.
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UK anti-migrant protesters have mistakenly turned up to a hotel in Portsmouth where the Pakistan U-19 cricket team were staying
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The American artist wore the dress for an event in August and helped the Palestinian designer's brand struggling with Israeli occupation.
US rapper, singer, dancer and DJ, Benjamin Haggerty, known as Macklemore, performs at the Goldencoast Rap Festival in Corcelles-les-Monts, near Dijon, central-eastern France, on August 30, 2026
Macklemore has defended his calls for a free Palestine after Boy George, Pink and pro-Israel groups joined a backlash over his Gaza advocacy.
US invasion of Iraq toppled Saddam's regime in 2003
Iraqi MPs have revived efforts to replace Mawtini, renewing debate over whether a new anthem should reflect civic, religious or sectarian identity.