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As Beyonce goes country, black female country singers tell the BBC of their experience in the industry. Source link

Ezra Mam’s claim against Spencer Leniu overshadows the National Rugby League season opener in the US. Source link

Councillor Shaun Davies, chair of the Local Government Association, says closing the fund risks more households falling into financial crisis, destitution, and homelessness. “That increases pressure on already overstretched public services such as the NHS, social care and temporary accommodation,” he says. Source link

“The main inspiration is the way women, in a lot of different African countries, mostly in Western and Central Africa, use simple pieces of fabrics and drape them around their hips to create a kind of skirt, sometimes with several levels,” the designer says. Source link

US Vice-President Kamala Harris says Israel must let more aid into Gaza and calls for an immediate ceasefire. Source link

She was wearing a black protective boot on her left foot to match her all-black outfit. And despite her lack of mobility, she did a walk past fashion fans and critics in the front row, who included former Brazilian international footballer Ronaldo, a one-time team-mate of Victoria’s husband David. Source link

Thousands of criminals escape, as the capital Port-au-Prince descends further into gang violence. Source link

Singer-songwriter Raye has broken the record for winning the most Brits in one year – equalling the the career total of David Bowie, Michael Jackson and Oasis.The south Londoner collected Artist, Album, Song and Songwriter of the year, as well as Best new artist and Best R&B act.She had already made history with a record-breaking seven nominations before the ceremony at London’s O2 Arena.Kylie Minogue received the Global Icon award and closed the ceremony with a glistening performance.Video edited by Suneil Asar Source link

Reports say a fuel depot was hit during the attack on the town of Feodosiya on the occupied peninsula. Source link

Stars wore their finest for the red carpet in London at the UK’s biggest music night, the Brit Awards. Source link