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The Deals: Sony Music France Acquires African Label & Publisher; Symphonic Teams With Certification Platform for Human-Made Music
Billboard
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July 3, 2025
Sony Music France and Sony Music Publishing France acquired Lusafrica and Africa Nostra, a label and publishing company, respectively. Together, the associated companies promote Lusophone (Portuguese-speaking) and African artists. Founded in 1988,...
The iconic Quentin Tarantino movie Michael Madsen turned down and how it might have changed his life
Far Out Magazine
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July 3, 2025
(Credits: Far Out / Miramax / YouTube Still) Some actors shine with the grace of heaven itself, perfectly crafted in the name of excellence and utterly beguiling with their high-vision of goody-two-shoes energy. Some actors, however, are just good...
Sarina Wiegman has ‘concern’ with social media but won’t police England’s usage
Jersey Evening Post
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July 3, 2025
England boss Sarina Wiegman concedes social media is a “concern” but refuses to police her players’ use of the platforms. Striker Alessia Russo recently revealed she will be avoiding social media at the Women’s European Championship in Switzerland...
Classical Music Playlist, July 3, 2025
Capradio - California
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Martha Graham and ensemble rehearsing Appalachian Spring | photo: Library of Congress, Music Division Aaron Copland's 1944 ballet "Appalachian Spring" was co-commissioned by choreographer and dancer Martha Graham. The original music called for...
A Horse Accident Will Alter Plans for the Future Queen of the Netherlands as She Announces New Path
Marie Claire U.S.
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July 3, 2025
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima's eldest daughter, Princess Catharina-Amalia, has a bright future ahead as the heir to the Dutch throne, but for the moment, the 21-year-old is carrying on with her studies. This week, the Dutch royal family...
Bright and bold fashion is the theme of the summer for the Dutch royals
Royal Central
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July 3, 2025
The Dutch royal Ffmily has shared a favourite summer tradition with us- we have new portraits of the family, complete with some seriously gorgeous looks. Each summer, King Willem Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands are joined by their...
Meet ‘Mother of Dal’: Dutch Woman Devotes Five Years To Cleaning Kashmir’s Iconic Lake
Free Press Journal
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July 3, 2025
In a powerful example of how one person can inspire environmental change, a 69-year-old woman from the Netherlands has become a beloved figure in Kashmir. Ellis Hubertina Spaanderman, affectionately called the “Mother of Dal” by locals, has...
Social Media Account Affiliated With Israel’s Intelligence Agency Trolls the Islamic Republic
The New York Sun
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July 3, 2025
A Mossad-affiliated Farsi-language X account is trolling Iranian officials. Appealing to opponents of the Islamic Republic, the account is warning citizens to stay away from soon-to-be targeted Revolutionary Guards officials, and posting videos...
Welcome to the Netherlands (master)
DVIDS - Georgia
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July 3, 2025
Welcome to the Netherlands, where there are more bikes than people! This year, the country is hosting the NATO Summit in The Hague, where Allied Leaders will take important decisions. Synopsis In 2025, the Netherlands is hosting a NATO Summit of...
Welcome to the Netherlands (IT)
DVIDS - Georgia
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July 3, 2025
Welcome to the Netherlands, where there are more bikes than people! This year, the country is hosting the NATO Summit in The Hague, where Allied Leaders will take important decisions. Synopsis In 2025, the Netherlands is hosting a NATO Summit of...
Welcome to the Netherlands (mastersubs)
DVIDS - Georgia
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July 3, 2025
Welcome to the Netherlands, where there are more bikes than people! This year, the country is hosting the NATO Summit in The Hague, where Allied Leaders will take important decisions. Synopsis In 2025, the Netherlands is hosting a NATO Summit of...
Three musical comedians to see this August who aren't Oasis
Edinburgh Evening News
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July 3, 2025
Though they may be the most famous comedy double act in rock, not everyone will be going to see Oasis this August. For anyone who wants a double whammy of great tunes and biting wit, there are plenty of musical comedy performances to be found...
Painter finds the art in old home movies for new exhibition in Qualicum Beach
Parksville-Qualicum Beach News
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June 30, 2025
A Vancouver Island artist has slowed down and stopped moving pictures, and has found and created art from the still images. Yvonne Vander Kooi's solo exhibition 'Still' opens at the Old School House Art Centre in Qualicum Beach this week. A year...
Your sport on TV this week: Cork v Dublin, Lions take on Waratahs and Ireland face Georgia
Irish Examiner
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July 3, 2025
Don’t Miss: The All-Ireland SHC semi-finals take place this weekend with both clashes taking place at GAA HQ. First up on Saturday Cork will face Dublin. Munster champions Cork are bidding to reach their second consecutive All-Ireland final and...
Stakelogic Expands in the Netherlands with Exciting Hommerson.nl Partnership
European Gaming
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July 3, 2025
Reading Time: 2 minutes Award-winning Stakelogic Brings Cutting-Edge Slots and Live Casino Action to Dutch Players! Stakelogic, the leader in the online gaming industry, has announced a thrilling new partnership with Hommerson.nl, bringing its...
Country music DJ Rattlesnake Johnny: ‘Britain wasn’t quite ready for this - now it’s taken off’
Cambridge Independent
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July 3, 2025
Hailing from Summerville, South Carolina, top country music DJ Rattlesnake Johnny is definitely the ‘real deal’ when it comes to in-depth knowledge of, and a passion for, the genre – and he will be showcasing his dancefloor-filling skills at this...
Dutch king now accused of 'power move' in Trump meeting after Queen denies she mocked his voice
Daily Mail
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July 1, 2025
By SYEDA SAAD FOR DAILYMAIL.COM Published: 11:30 EDT, 1 July 2025 | Updated: 11:30 EDT, 1 July 2025 A viral moment between King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands and US President Donald Trump has sparked heated debate online. And some viewers...
IndiGo launches direct flights between Mumbai and Amsterdam
Travel Daily Media
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July 3, 2025
IndiGo marked yet another milestone in its international expansion journey with the launch of direct flights between CSM International airport, Mumbai and Schiphol airport, Amsterdam. This is the airline’s second long-haul route, following the...
Dutch police to strip victim and witness data from crime reports to curb intimidation
NL Times
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July 1, 2025
Police and prosecutors in the Netherlands will begin shielding the personal details of crime victims and witnesses more strictly, aiming to prevent intimidation and fear among those who report offenses, according to De Volkskrant. The new approach...
Netherlands Queen Maxima breaks silence on claims of mocking Trump in viral video; ‘I said...’
Hindustan Times
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July 1, 2025
The Netherlands' Queen Maxima refuted claims that she was “mocking” US President Donald Trump in a viral video making round on social media. President Donald Trump poses with Netherland's King Willem Alexander and Netherland's Queen Maxima at the...