Star Wars: The Force Awakens is officially the highest grossing film of all time in US and Canada. It’s topped Avatar, and crossed the $800 million mark (nearly AED 3 billion) – breaking records at the box office. ‘The Force Awakens’ has taken $1.5 billion (AED 5.5 billion) globally, despite only coming out three weeks ago. What’s more, it’s expected to take China by storm, when it opens there on Saturday. ‘The Force Awakens’ was partly filmed in Abu Dhabi, using extras from the community.
Abu Dhabi establishes Folk Arts Committee
Abu Dhabi Executive Council has issued a resolution on folk arts performances in the emirate, to establish the Abu Dhabi Folk Arts Committee, chaired by Faris Khalaf Al Mazrouei, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority.
Spotify weighs $5.99 premium for added features, ticket access
Music streaming service Spotify is considering charging up to $5.99 (AED 22) a month on top of existing subscriptions for a new music streaming service that will include higher-quality audio, remixing tools and access to concert tickets.
TikTok returns on Apple, Google US app stores
TikTok has returned to Apple and Google US app stores as President Donald Trump delayed a ban on the Chinese-owned social media app and assured the tech giants they would not be fined for distributing or maintaining it.
Robbie Williams teases Super Bowl 2026 performance
Robbie Williams has teased fans that he has been asked to perform at the Super Bowl 2026 halftime show. In what is believed to be a tongue-in-cheek post, the singer said he is "honoured" to be asked to be a part of next year's event.
Berlin Film Festival looks to revive relevance as politics loom large
Organisers of the Berlin Film Festival hope that politics will not eclipse the movies this time round even as they try to liven up an event that has looked jaded in recent years.
Police in India pull plug on Ed Sheeran's impromptu street concert
A street performance by Ed Sheeran in India's tech capital of Bengaluru was stopped abruptly by police on Sunday, outraging fans and prompting the British singer to issue a clarification.
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