The Princess of Wales, Kate, dazzled in a deep crimson dress designed by Sarah Burton for Givenchy at the State Banquet held in honour of French President Emmanuel Macron at Windsor Castle. The banquet featured a First Course and Dessert created by Chef Raymond Blanc OBE, an Ambassador for The King's Foundation, with dishes including Assiette de Légumes d'Été and Suprême de Poulet Fermier à l'Argenteuil. The evening included a performance by the BBC National Orchestra of Wales and a special cocktail called L'entente, combining British gin with lemon curd and French pastis. The royal family, including King Charles III, Queen Camilla, Prince William, and Princess Kate, greeted President Macron and his wife Brigitte at Windsor Castle, where they were joined by dignitaries such as Sir Kenneth Olisa and Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley.
Kim Kardashian attended Balenciaga's Paris Fashion Week show, where she showcased her new look and appeared to be in high spirits despite having hair clips attached to her raven tresses. The event comes after Kim faced backlash for refusing to cut ties with the brand following a 2022 ad that sparked outrage over its BDSM-themed content featuring children. Two years later, Kim has since become one of Balenciaga's new brand ambassadors, releasing a statement announcing her partnership and emphasizing the importance of protecting children from abuse.
Lisa Rinna debuted a dramatic new look at the Balenciaga catwalk show during Paris Fashion Week, switching from her iconic wispy short highlighted hair for a black blunt bob. The former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star had previously refused to cut ties with the brand after it sparked outrage with an ad featuring children alongside BDSM-themed items, but has now partnered with Balenciaga under its new creative director Demna.
Louvre Abu Dhabi has launched a virtual reality project allowing visitors to explore ancient cities such as Baghdad, Rome, and Mughal India. The museum's new exhibit features immersive experiences that transport users through time and space. Meanwhile, in Beirut, artists have returned after 14 years, finding inspiration for their work. In contrast, the UAE has denied reports of a Dh100,000 golden visa offer for certain nationalities, stating they are false.
Lytus Studios Unveils 'Bonalu Anthem' for Telangana Festival
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Lytus Studios XR has launched the 2025 'Bonalu Anthem', a vibrant tribute to Telangana's iconic Bonalu festival celebrating goddess Mahakali, rooted in tradition and powered by technology. The anthem is part of Lytus Music's commitment to bringing regional stories to national and international audiences.
Marquis Confronts Emotional Labor in 'Sorry, Not Sorry'
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Artist Marquis' new exhibition "Sorry, Not Sorry" tackles the emotional labor and internalized guilt disproportionately shouldered by women, a theme she explores with her sharp voice and distinctive approach that combines nostalgia, feminism, craft, and humor.
New Zealand archaeologist Kyle Davis has reinvigorated interest in examining the country's traditions and mythology through his work on moa bones. At an archaeological site called Pyramid Valley, Māori rock art depicting moa before their extinction was discovered. Paul Scofield, a senior curator at the Canterbury Museum in Christchurch, New Zealand, collaborated with director Peter Jackson to identify moa species from fossil remains, showcasing his extensive collection of moa bones.
Prince Louis wore a handmade replica of the historic Royal Christening Robe created by Angela Kelly during his recent christening ceremony. The ceremony used the Lily Font, a silver baptismal font commissioned by Queen Victoria in 1840, and featured water from the River Jordan.
The Purple Symphony (TPS), Singapore's largest inclusive orchestra, will perform a medley of local tunes in a tribute to Singapore's 60th birthday. The concert features Mediacorp artists JJ Neo and Lucy Chow, Cultural Medallion recipient Rahimah Rahim, and local singers Tay Ke Wei and Shazza. Rapper Yung Raja will also perform his latest single Miss Call. Pre-concert activities include a food street with local dishes like popiah and laksa, classic childhood games, and craft activities such as neonwire crafting and satay keychain workshops. Exclusive T-shirts from Mediacorp's Design Pompipi Competition will be available for sale, with proceeds supporting Gardens by the Bay's community outreach initiative Gift of Gardens.