The New York Times – Music:
With even critically acclaimed bands struggling to make a living, the British group Field Music has come up with a novel way to top up its income.
Category: Great Britain
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From 2011: Amy Winehouse, British Soul Singer With a Troubled Life, Dies at 27
The New York Times – Music:
A British singer who found worldwide fame with her sassy, hip-hop-inflected take on retro soul, she became a tabloid fixture because of addiction problems.
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BBC and BAFTA Say They Are Investigating After Broadcast of Racist Slur
The New York Times – Film:
The awards organization and the broadcaster have ordered separate investigations into what led to airing the slur, which was shouted involuntarily during Sunday’s ceremony.
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Traveling to the U.K.? Here’s What to Know About ETAs.
The New York Times – Travel:
Visitors from visa-exempt countries, including most Europeans and travelers from the U.S. and Canada, are now required to have an electronic travel authorization. Here’s what to know.
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2026 BAFTA Awards Photos: Looks From the Red Carpet
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Stars have begun to arrive at the Royal Festival Hall in London for Britain’s biggest celebration of film.
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Andrew Ranken, Whose Drumming Powered the Pogues, Dies at 72
The New York Times – Music:
Known as “The Clobberer,” he pounded out driving rhythms that fueled the band’s boisterous blend of traditional Irish music, rock and punk.
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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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Pam Hogg, Clothes Designer Who Went to Extremes, Dies at 74
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
She was a star of London’s post-punk D.I.Y. fashion, art and performance scene, and dressed a generation of rock stars in her otherworldly handmade clothes.
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Charity Sponsor Programs Want to Solve Gift Giving Problems
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Charity sponsorship programs want to solve your holiday giving problems.