Taiwan backlash over Emirates flag ban
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Emirates, the Middle East’s largest airline, faced fierce criticism in Taiwan Wednesday after it reportedly banned cabin crew from wearing the island’s flag on their uniforms due to pressure from China. Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said it had lodged protests with Emirates in both Dubai and Taipei. The airline’s cabin crew traditionally wear the […]

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Senior US official reduced to very awkward silence when asked about Saudi Arabia's attitude to democracy
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A senior US foreign affairs official gave one of the most awkward press conference responses ever witnessed in response to a question about Saudi Arabia’s attitude to democracy. Having served as US Ambassador to Jordan and Iraq – and been in Al Anbar Province in 2004, as it became the deadliest region for US forces […]

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An Amazon engineer is letting thousands of Twitch users play the stock market with $50,000 of his own money
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Today saw the debut of “StockStream,” a new social experiment in playing the stock market airing…

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Interview: Social media influencer, Hannah Monds, talks new music video
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The popular social media influencer, Hannah Monds, tells strong female-based stories through music as a way to empower women of all ages. She is a singer, songwriter and actress, and she knew from a young age that she wanted to be an entertainer. Her life story is the driving force that prepares her…

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Top 5 best Alanis Morissette songs from 'Jagged Little Pill'
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Alanis Morissette is soon to see a musical adaptation set in motion for her megahit album Jagged Little Pill. The Broadway musical will begin in 2018 with a storyline that includes many of her best known songs from the 1995 album which has sold 33 million copies worldwide. When the album was…

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Interview: Sweet Megg & The Wayfarers release debut single
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Take a trip to the past with Sweet Megg & The Wayfarers. This jazz band has been bringing a new flare to the jazz community in NYC.  While staying true to the jazz sound, the band has a vibrant, unique sound of their own. Between Sweet Megg’s impressive vocals and the talented band playing…

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Dylan Dunlap premiere's new single 'Purpose,' EP out June 2
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Musician Dylan Dunlap’s goal with his music is to raise awareness on mental health. With his new EP, Feels Right At Home, debuting June 2 all of the proceeds from the event will go towards PSA Behavioral Health Agency in Phoenix, AZ. According to Dunlap’s Bandcamp site, the agency’s vision is to…

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Photos: Ab-Soul plays El Rey Theatre in LA, brings out ScHoolboy Q
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Ab-Soul kicked off Memorial Day weekend right in Los Angeles, by playing a set at the El Rey Theatre and bringing out very special guests. The Do What Thou Wilt rapper ended his U.S. tour in support of his latest album, which was only fitting since he hails from L.A. The TDE rapper wouldn’t have had…

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John Legend serenades the Greek Theatre in LA for two impressive nights
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John Legend kicked off his Darkness & Light this past weekend, which included two stops at Los Angeles’ historic Greek Theatre. On Sunday and Monday night, the “Ordinary People” singer performed to two sold out crowds, with rising R&B star Gallant as an opener.  Related: Interview: Gallant…

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Viejas Concerts in the Park returning this summer after seven-year hiatus
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Viejas Concerts in the Park is returning this summer after a seven-year break, and the concert series is coming back bigger and better than ever. Per a report from the San Diego Union-Tribune, the new Concerts in the Park series kicks off in July and is moving to Viejas Casino and Resort’s new 5…

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