The New York Times – Film:
‘Hamnet,’ ‘Marty Supreme’ and ‘Sentimental Value’ are also in the running for best film at Britain’s equivalent of the Oscars.
Author: Alex Marshall
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Bela Tarr, Titan of Slow-Moving Cinema, Dies at 70
The New York Times – Film:
The master Hungarian filmmaker’s movies included “Satantango” and “Werckmeister Harmonies.”
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British Police Drop Case Against Bob Vylan After Its Anti-Israel Chant
The New York Times – Music:
Bob Vylan, a punk-rap duo, caused international outrage by chanting the message at the Glastonbury music festival this year.
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Russell Brand Is Charged With Additional Counts of Rape and Sexual Assault
The New York Times – Film:
The actor, comedian and YouTuber now faces seven counts of rape and sexual assault in Britain.
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Eurovision Is in Turmoil as Israel’s Participation Leads to Boycott
The New York Times – Music:
The Netherlands and Slovenia also said they would not take part in next year’s contest, meant to be its celebratory 70th edition.
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Jimmy Cliff, Reggae Icon, Dies at 81
The New York Times – Music:
The Grammy Award-winning singer died of pneumonia, his wife said. His 1972 starring role in “The Harder They Come” helped bring reggae to a wider audience.
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Kneecap Rapper’s Terrorism Charge Is Dismissed by U.K. Court
The New York Times – Music:
A rapper in the popular Irish-language group was charged over displaying a Hezbollah flag onstage.
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Eurovision Members to Vote on Whether to Exclude Israel
The New York Times – Music:
The event’s organizer has called an extraordinary general meeting for November, with countries like Spain and Ireland saying they will not take part in the contest if Israel does.
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A Benefit for the Palestinian Cause Filled an Arena. Are More Coming?
The New York Times – Music:
Onstage campaigning for an end to the war in Gaza is now common in the British music scene, and pro-Palestinian benefit shows can sell out huge venues.