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Madonna, Shakira and K-pop megastars BTS will headline a Super Bowl-style half-time show at the World Cup final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, organizers said Thursday. There was also a half-time show at last year's FIFA Club World Cup final, also at MetLife Stadium, which stretched the break in excess of the regulation 15 minutes.

Mustafa Ahmed, who recently grabbed attention for playing Rizwan in Dhurandhar: The Revenge, shared a heartfelt appreciation post for actress Yami Gautam on social media, recalling her dedication towards fitness while preparing for Article 370 and even after pregnancy.

For the first time in World Cup history, the final's half-time show will feature live performances from Madonna, Shakira and BTS at MetLife Stadium on July 19. None of the three acts are being paid, instead donating their time to support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund. The show, curated by coldplay's Chris Martin, is expected to run 11 minutes, though the full interval will likely exceed FIFA's standard 15-minute limit. With a potential global audience surpassing one billion, the platform alone is the real currency.

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FIFA’s first-ever World Cup Final Halftime Show sparked massive online reactions after Gianni Infantino praised BTS alongside Madonna and Shakira as “global icons.” ARMY celebrated the announcement across social media, mocked critics who questioned BTS’ influence, and highlighted the group’s growing global legacy. Fans also revisited Jungkook’s historic 2022 FIFA performance while calling the upcoming halftime show “iconic,” “legendary,” and another history-making moment for BTS.

Jordon Hudson has renewed criticism of major NFL media outlets over their handling of the Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini controversy. Hudson argues that networks aggressively covered her relationship with Bill Belichick while avoiding detailed discussion about allegations involving Vrabel and Russini. Her comments gained traction after she reposted a montage highlighting media reluctance to address the story. The debate has now expanded into broader questions about consistency, newsroom priorities, and double standards in NFL coverage.

FIFA has officially announced that Madonna, Shakira, and BTS will headline the first-ever FIFA World Cup final halftime show in 2026. The performance will take place at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey during the July 19 final. The reveal, made through a teaser featuring Chris Martin and the Muppets, sparked huge online excitement. FIFA also confirmed proceeds from the event will support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, aimed at improving children’s access to education and football worldwide.

FIFA will introduce its first-ever World Cup final halftime show during the 2026 tournament finale at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Featuring Madonna, Shakira, and BTS, the performance will support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund. Organizers insist the concert will remain shorter than the traditional 15-minute football halftime break to avoid disrupting the game.

ESPN’s Inside the NBA team alluded to the Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel Sedona hotel scandal by using a Gone Fishing meme featuring them as Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet from the Titanic movie. While discussing the celebrity-filled graphic, hosts particularly avoided naming the two figures in the front. This could be a deliberate sidestep of the sensitive topic doing internet rounds.

Barcelona will turn El Clásico against Real Madrid on May 10 into another Spotify-led crossover moment, with Olivia Rodrigo’s logo featured on a special-edition shirt. The campaign extends the club’s ongoing artist series since 2022, spanning both men’s and women’s teams, live performances, and limited merchandise, blending football, music, and commercial storytelling around one of the sport’s biggest fixtures.

With an LED-lit sitar, DJ instincts, and a wellness twist, the Gen Z musician is turning riyaaz into reels, and classical music recitals into roaring arenas

Realme's Buds T500 Pro, priced at Rs 2,799, offer a balanced audio experience with 12.4mm drivers and LHDC support. The earbuds feature effective ANC for everyday noise, multi-device connectivity, and a comfortable, secure fit. While battery life dips with ANC and LHDC, they provide a consistent all-rounder experience for daily use.

Football’s biggest stage is set for a historic change. FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed that the FIFA World Cup 2026 final will feature a halftime show for the first time ever. The match will take place at MetLife Stadium. The decision brings a new entertainment element to football’s most-watched event.

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel and NFL reporter Dianna Russini were reportedly spotted holding hands and hugging at a rooftop of a luxury hotel in Sedona, Arizona. Despite both being married to different people, they were spotted together by a Page Six spy. The duo claims to have been with their respective friends for a common event, the NFL Competition Committee. The duo has a history of interacting professionally since 2018 when Russini was with ESPN and Vrabel was with the Tennessee Titans.

From BTS, coldplay to Queen and The Beatles: NASA Artemis II 'Moon Tunes' playlist goes viral as astronauts make splashdown return to earth

Kristin Cabot, embroiled in the coldplay kiss cam controversy, revealed to Oprah that her estranged husband was at the same concert with his own date. She admitted she didn't anticipate running into him at the massive event. Cabot also suggested her ex-husband was aware of her close working relationship with boss Andy Byron, downplaying the significance of their interactions.

Kristin Cabot's life unraveled after a kiss cam moment with her boss at a coldplay concert led to online scrutiny and threats. She revealed on The Oprah Podcast that she cut ties with Astronomer CEO Andy Byron due to a "big miss on honesty and integrity," feeling abandoned as he remained silent while she faced severe consequences and job struggles.

A coldplay concert kiss cam moment led to a scandal for tech executives at Astronomer. Former Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot now speaks out against Gwyneth Paltrow and Ryan Reynolds' response. The viral clip caused significant personal and professional fallout for Cabot. She faced harassment and regrets the situation. An ad campaign aimed to shift public perception.

The wait is finally over! British band coldplay has dropped an audio teaser of their first-ever collaboration ‘My Universe’ with BTS, right ahead of their much-awaited release this Friday, September 24.

One admirer shared that BTS members look up to coldplay, not just for their music but also for the authenticity they display as individuals. coldplay’s fans, known as coldplayers, were also praised for being supportive and kind.

The buzz of the much-awaited coldplay concert took a rather cold turn with the announcement of the ticket prices. But there's hope... Free tickets!

British rock band coldplay is set to headline the Super Bowl 50 halftime show.

coldplay have confirmed they are headlining the closing night of Britain's Glastonbury Festival in June.

Tickets for coldplay's highly anticipated Mumbai concert in January 2025 sold out rapidly. To give fans another opportunity, the band introduces 'Infinity Tickets' priced at Rs 2,000 each. These special tickets will be available starting November 22, 2024. Concert dates are January 18, January 19, and January 21 at DY Patil Sports Stadium.

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coldplay's announcement of their Music Of The Spheres World Tour 2025 in India created a massive ticket rush on BookMyShow, leading to quick sell-outs and warnings about unauthorized sellers offering fake tickets. Due to overwhelming demand, coldplay added a third show in Mumbai, marking their return after the 2016 performance.

BTS's Jin and coldplay's Chris Martin reunited on stage during coldplay's 'Music of the Spheres' tour in Korea, marking Jin's first performance after his military service. The duo performed 'My Universe' and Jin's solo song 'The Astronaut,' co-written with Martin. Jin is also preparing for his solo comeback with a mini-album and tour.