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Lyricist Marilyn Bergman dies at 93
The award-winning composer was known for classics like "The Windmills of Your Mind," and "The Way We Were."
Actor, civil rights pioneer, Sidney Poitier dies
Sidney Poitier, the first Black man to win an Academy Award for best actor, was also known for his civil rights work.
US film director Peter Bogdanovich dies at 82
Acclaimed for "What's Up, Doc?" and "The Last Picture Show," the New Hollywood director has died at the age of 82.
Cashing in: David Bowie's song rights sold to Warner
Ahead of what would have been the late British rock star's 75th birthday, Warner has bought his entire catalog.
Babelsberg: World's oldest large-scale film studio
A US firm has acquired the legendary Babelsberg film studios, located near Berlin. It's been home to many cinema greats.
Spanish director Carlos Saura turns 90
The award-winning director has no plans to retire. Here's a look at his life.
How Tolkien became the father of fantasy
Born 130 years ago, J. R. R. Tolkien is famous for "The Hobbit" and "Lord of the Rings." Life events inspired him.
Digital rivers of rhythm
Glenn Gould's piano playing – live again. And rivers composing melodies! AI music that amazes!
What's in store for culture in 2022
The year 2022 promises great events in art, music and literature, as well as the return of the Benin Bronzes.
Actor Betty White dies at 99
Betty White, most famous for her role as Rose Nylund in "The Golden Girls," died just weeks before turning 100.
Vienna Philharmonic New Year's concert
TV viewers worldwide — and a live audience — are set to enjoy the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra's New Year's concerts.
The drum kit is instrument of the year 2022
Vital to pop, rock, and jazz music, the drum kit has only been around for about 100 years.
The best online events of New Year's Eve
There are plenty of events around the world to attend virtually this New Year's eve.
Moscow exhibition of banned NGO focuses on women
The final exhibition of International Memorial looks at the lives of women imprisoned under Stalin.
Patti Smith turns 75
Aged 75, Patti Smith continues to find poetry in unlikely places. Happy birthday to the reluctant Godmother of Punk!
Where Harry Potter and Sherlock Holmes live
Do you remember the addresses of Bilbo the Hobbit or Mary Poppins? A literary tour, from Privet Drive to Baker Street.
Author Joan Didion dies at 87
Didion was known for her piercing insights and understated glamor.
James Franco admits to sleeping with students
The Oscar-nominated actor said he did not set out to lure women for sexual purposes but admitted his actions were wrong.
Kiefer revisits Celan's poetic Holocaust memorial
On show at the Grand Palais Ephemere in Paris, German artist Anselm Kiefer's monumental works honor Paul Celan's poetry.
Two Germans on 2022 Oscar shortlist
Star composer Hans Zimmer and director Maria Schrader have been shortlisted for next year's Academy Awards.
What happens when Spider-Man's identity is revealed
Spider-Man returns to the silver screen for the final superhero film in a trilogy from the Marvel universe.
Rapper Drakeo killed at music festival
The musician died after being stabbed backstage. Several rappers have been killed in recent months in the US and Europe.
Rappers who have been murdered
The cause of death for about half of all US rappers is murder. Rappers have also been killed in other countries.
Berlin Christmas exhibition focuses on diversity
What is Christmas like in prison, and how did the "Jolka Festivity" in the Soviet Union reinterpret the holiday?
'Sex and the City' star accused of rape
Two women have accused Chris Noth of sexual assault. The actor rejects the allegations as "categorically false."
UNESCO adds to Intangible Cultural Heritage List
UNESCO has added different customs to its list of global cultural treasures to be protected. A selection in pictures.
Why song rights sales are booming
Bruce Springsteen is the latest star selling his entire song catalog — for $500 million. What's behind the megadeals?
Eric Clapton wins case against German woman
A court sided with the rock star; the woman who had offered a bootlegged Clapton CD on eBay now has to pay major fees.
More than techno: A history of electronic music
From early sound experiments to dub, Krautrock and techno, electronic music has a long musical lineage.
New display in Vienna addresses issues of Nazi era relics
An exhibition opening in Vienna is attempting to address the issue of "What to do with Nazi memorabilia?"
Where children sleep: A photo series
James Mollison traveled halfway around the world to photograph children and their bedrooms.
A new start in Germany after fleeing IS
As a Yazidi child, Farhad Alsilo had to flee the "Islamic State" in Iraq and landed in Germany. He shares his story.
Abdulrazak Gurnah: Nobel for Literature 2021
As the Nobel ceremony is held, here's more on the Tanzanian novelist's works exploring the effects of colonialism.
'Lord of the Rings' film turns 20
Unfilmable? Peter Jackson's "Lord of the Rings" trilogy made film history.
US actor Jussie Smollett guilty on fake hate crime charges
A jury in Chicago found actor Jussie Smollett guilty of faking a hate crime in the city.
European Film Awards 2021 favorites
"Titane," "The Father" and "Bad Luck Banging or Loony Porn" are now vying for Europe's version of the Oscar.
'West Side Story' gets 21st-century reboot
Steven Spielberg's remake of the 1957 musical has been banned in six Gulf countries for a transgender character.
Giving 'faceless' sex workers a face
The "Faceless — Women in Prostitution" photo exhibition sheds light on the daily realities of sex workers in Germany.
Bach's 'inexhaustible cosmos'
Johann Sebastian Bach's music is revered around the world. A new biography reveals the man behind the musician.
An exploration of five millennia of Iranian art
Persian culture is in the spotlight in an exhibition at the James Simon Gallery in Berlin.
'Rocky' on canvas: The art of Sylvester Stallone
Famous for his "Rocky" and "Rambo" roles, Hollywood star Sylvester Stallone is also a prolific painter.
Elle to drop fur from magazines worldwide
The fashion publication says it wants to "foster a more humane fashion industry."
Alec Baldwin: 'I didn’t pull the trigger'
Cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was killed when a gun in Baldwin's hand discharged on a movie set near Santa Fe.
Angela Merkel's farewell music surprise
Angela Merkel chooses a track by punk legend Nina Hagen for her military ceremony farewell.
Virgil Abloh: Pioneer of luxury streetwear dies aged 41
Louis Vuitton's first African-American artistic director is mourned by fashion and entertainment stars.
Mohamed Mbougar Sarr: Reinventing Africa
The young Senegalese winner of the 2021 Prix Goncourt award tells DW about the future he envisions for Africa.
What Taliban's new media rules mean for female actors
New restrictions on the media and female actors have reaffirmed the Taliban's misogynistic dogma, says rights advocates.
Broadway legend Stephen Sondheim dies at 91
The songwriter, who revolutionized American musical theater, was best known for "West Side Story" and "Sweeney Todd."
World in Progress: Ever heard of AmaPiano?
This electronic beat got its start in South Africa's townships and slowly found its way into clubs across the continent.
The unforgettable Freddie Mercury
DW spoke to biographer Nicola Bardola about Freddie Mercury's "best years" in Munich.
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