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On Friday, Stromae shared his third album, Multitude, a set of 12 triumphant tracks arriving eight years after his previous studio LP. Now he's shared a cinematic video for "Fils de Joie," a dynamic mid-album cut.

Ed Sheeran has given testimony in an ongoing court case surrounding his Number One 2017 single, ‘Shape of You’.As reported last week, Sheeran is currently in a legal battle that has been taken to High Court by two songwriters, Sami Chokri (AKA Sami Switch) and Ross O’Donoghue. The pair have claimed ‘Shape of You’ is similar to their 2015 song ‘Oh Why’, pointing to “particular lines and phrases” that draw parallels between the two.At a previous hearing, Sheeran was branded as a “magpie” by Chokri and O’Donoghue’s lawyer, Andrew Sutcliffe QC, with regards to his approach to songwriting.

SEVENTEEN member Vernon has spoken about his love for English singer Charli XCX and their recent collaboration.Last month, the K-pop idol teamed up with Charli on a special remix of her recent single ‘Beg For You’, where he contributed a brand-new English-language verse. The remix came shortly after a string of online interactions between both Charli XCX and SEVENTEEN, after fans suggested that the duo work together.In a new interview with Teen Vogue, the K-pop idol revealed that he is “still having a hard time grasping this reality” that they have worked together.

Arsenal stars are set to be rewarded with an eye-watering £500,000 bonus if Mikel Arteta ’s side are successful in their bid to finish in the Premier League top four this season. The Gunners stretched their winning run to four games with a 3-2 victory over Watford on Sunday to put them firmly on course for Champions League qualification.

Met Office released several flood warnings, Brits are being advised to brace themselves for another Arctic blast this week.Weather mapping from independent forecaster WXCharts shows up to 20 inches (50cm) of white stuff falling in parts of Wales and Scotland, following a sweeping weather movement down from the Arctic. There will likely be over 20cm of snow in the Midlands and flurries on the south coast as the artic freeze takes hold.Bitter gale-force winds will brace freezing temperatures as the weather gears up for a battering in the next two weeks.The Met Office has warned Brits of strong winds, frost, freezing temperatures and coastal gales all sweeping in from the west and taking full effect on the rest of the country.Snow is predicted for Friday, March 11 and will likely come amid an unusually cold March week for Brits.The frosty temperatures and strong winds will hit before it's set to warm up for spring towards the end of March and temperatures will plunge to a chilly -5C in parts of Scotland and Northern regions on Tuesday.The Met forecast said: "As we move through the period, there will be an increased likelihood of spells of rain, potentially preceded by snow, arriving from the west.

Shortly before Walt Disney World closed tonight, guests began posting photos and video of what seemed to be a new water attraction: a lazy river running down Hollywood Boulevard at the resort’s Hollywood Studios park.

Clayton Davis The Academy Awards Nominees Luncheon was a happy occasion full of hugs between stars, but also a sense of trepidation as the first Academy luncheon since the COVID-19 pandemic started in March 2020. With a live, in-person event held at the Fairmont Century Plaza Hotel in Los Angeles, with remarks from Oscars producer Will Packer and Academy president David Rubin, over 200 guests gathered to celebrate the achievements of this year’s nominees for the 94th Oscars, set to take place on March 27.Rubin’s opening remarks acknowledged the war in Ukraine and the Academy’s global support for a peaceful resolution.Some key takeaways from the event1. The Academy wants the show to be fun.Packer emceed the top of the event, praising the year’s crop of nominees.

Queens supporting queens! Nicki Minaj showed up to defend Britney Spears after she called herself “not the best dancer,” reminding the pop star her status in the culture.

Hosted by Dolly Parton alongside by co-hosts Jimmie Allen and Gabby Barrett, the 57th Academy of Country Music Awards was a the two-hour concert event of the year live streamed globally on Prime Video tonight from Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.

2022 Academy of Country Music Awards saw the likes of Miranda Lambert and Chris Stapleton picking up coveted trophies, and performances from Dolly Parton, Kelsea Ballerini and Kelly Clarkson.MORE: Kelly Clarkson stuns in bodycon dress during Dolly Parton tribute at ACM AwardsThe ceremony took place on Monday 7 March at Las Vegas' Allegiant Stadium, and viewers enjoyed "wall-to-wall" music during the two-hour show, which streamed coast to coast instead of tape-delayed on Amazon Prime in the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the UK.WATCH: Dolly Parton kicks off 2022 ACM AwardsCountry music legend Dolly Parton helmed the ceremony and was joined by co-hosts Gabby Barrett and Jimmie Allen but HELLO! was behind the scenes and below are several fun moments from your favorite stars...MORE: Carrie Underwood wows in leg-lengthening micro shorts at ACM AwardsCountry stars including Tenille Townes spoke to HELLO! and many of them shared that Dolly Parton was their dream collaborator."I really do feel so inspired that Dolly Parton is in the house, anything around her would be a dream come true," Tenille told us, when asked who she would love to perform with, dead or alive.

Drake is ready for a change after he put his enormous mansion in Hidden Hills, California, on the market.The 35-year-old hitmaker is selling his home for a whopping $14.8 million, but interested buyers can shell out even more for two neighboring properties, TMZ reported on Monday.He's moving on after it was reported earlier this month that he had purchased another mansion in Beverly Hills for and eye-popping $50 million from Robbie Williams. Moving on: Drake is selling his 'YOLO' mansion in Hidden Hills, California, for $14.8 million, TMZ reported on Monday.

The Oscar nominees all gathered in Los Angeles for the annual Academy Awards Luncheon, though one notable nominee was not present, Nicole Kidman.The 54-year-old actress is nominated for Best Actress for her performance as Lucille Ball in Amazon's Being the Ricardos.While the other nominees gather in Los Angeles, Kidman remains home in Nashville, recovering from a torn hamstring while filming her new Amazon series Expats, via Variety. Recovering:The Oscar nominees all gathered in Los Angeles for the annual Academy Awards Luncheon, though one notable nominee was not present, Nicole Kidman Torn:While the other nominees gather in Los Angeles, Kidman remains home in Nashville, recovering from a torn hamstring while filming her new Amazon series Expats, via VarietyKidman was filming Expats in Los Angeles when a pre-existing injury flared up and she tore her hamstring once again.The actress is back home in Los Angeles, under doctor's orders, recovering from the injury.

Morgan Wallen won big at the Academy of Country Music Awards Monday night. The 28-year-old singer took home the Album of the Year Award for, one year after his major controversy.Wallen, who was nominated for four ACM awards Monday, was banned from the academy's 2021 show after he was caught on camera using a racial slur.

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Carrie Underwood has paid tribute to the "wonderful" Miranda Lambert as the singer finally wins Entertainer of the Year at the 2022 ACM Awards.SEE: All the show-stopping looks from the 2022 ACM AwardsMiranda had been nominated several times over an almost two-decade career, but this was her first win; she was unable to be at the ceremony in person as she was performing in London. Backstage with the press, however, Carrie praised Miranda and shared how the win was "long overdue".WATCH: Carrie Underwood 'couldn't be more proud of sister' Miranda Lambert "It is always wonderful because there are so many incredibly talented women in this genre, and Miranda is long overdue for winning this award so I couldn't be more proud of her as a sister in this genre of music and in this industry," Carrie said."There were a lot incredible females on stage tonight and I look forward to more of that happening."READ: Why the ACM Awards has left some music fans venting their frustrationMORE: Inside ACM Awards nominees' jaw-dropping homes: Carrie Underwood, Jimmie Allen, Miranda Lambert + moreMiranda was named the 2022 Entertainer of the Year award - a first for the singer and the Academy's highest honor.Miranda was in London and unable to be at the stadium and in her acceptance speech for Entertainer of the Year, she said: "I cannot believe I am not there to celebrate, it is the first time I have missed this in 17 years and so my heart is broken." Carrie shared her praise after winning Single of the Year"I have been waiting for this a long time and I never thought it would happen," she added."Thank you to the country music family for embracing me and supporting me, and also, this one goes out to the singer-songwriter girls out there putting

A Melbourne Magistrate’s court on Tuesday dismissed the case against a senior Victorian police officer, who was charged with sharing photos and details of former AFL coach Danielle Laidley’s arrest. Trigger Warning: This story has details of transphobic conduct and transphobic slurs, which might be distressing to some readers. For 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention call Lifeline on 13 11 14. For Australia-wide LGBTQI peer support call QLife on 1800 184 527 or webchat.Detective Leading Senior Constable Murray Gentner (43) was one of the three police officers charged, after photos of Laidley’s arrest in May 2020, including mugshots, were widely shared on social media and by media organisations. The officers were charged with unauthorised access of police information, unauthorised disclosure of police information without reasonable excuse and misconduct in public office.

Kodak Black, 24, is taking his shot with Kim Kardashian, 41, a week after she was declared legally single by a judge. The rapper gave a shout-out to the Keeping Up with the Kardashians star, who is currently dating Pete Davidson, by posting an Instagram side by side photo of her getting wrapped up in her yellow and black Balenciaga tape dress, which she wore at Paris Fashion Week this past weekend, and him wrapped in similar-looking yellow and black caution tape. He also wore all black clothes under the tape just like Kim did.

The Bachelor's Clayton Echard. I jokingly ask whether he's received one of ABC's press mailers that included a huge Bachelor body pillow, and his answer is quite telling. “I have one, but not with me,” he says.

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Hours after the UK government fired the starting gun on a process that could end with Channel 4 being privatized, the backlash has begun, with the likes of Veep creator Armando Iannucci railing against the proposals.

Channel 4 has spelled out what could be at risk if the UK government pushes ahead with proposals to sell the iconic broadcaster behind hits including The Great British Bake Off and It’s A Sin.