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In the last two decades, two musical genres with African roots have been making waves around the world, carving their own niche in the music industry. Mixing West African rhythms with genres…
Officials in Austria have said they've prevented an Islamist terror attack by canceling three Taylor Swift concerts in Vienna. Two men have been arrested on suspicion of terrorism, with investigators describing them…
Born in Cameroon and now based in a village in northern France, the self-taught musician Blick Bassy has a knack for marrying his cultural heritage with modern soundscapes. Singing in his native…
In Cape Verde, music is more than just an art form – it is central to the country's national identity and economy. Experts estimate that around a quarter of all jobs in…
One of the Eurovision Song Contest favorites has been disqualified hours before the grand final. Police are investigating complaints against him from a female member of the production crew.…
The incontestable reigning queen of pop, Taylor Swift has broken dozens of records on her way to the top. As she heads to Paris for the latest leg of her Eras tour…
The Chinese and French media have differing views on President Xi Jinping's state visit to France. Also, the Israeli government bans Al Jazeera in the country, a move which is widely condemned.…