Opera star Andrea Bocelli gave a solo performance from the empty Duomo cathedral in Milan, in a move to unite people during the coronavirus lockdown.
The "Music for Hope" performance was livestreamed on YouTube for millions around the world to witness as they observed Easter Sunday.
Bocelli was joined by cathedral organist Emanuele Vianelli as he sang Ave Maria, Amazing Grace and Sancta Maria.
Italy has been the hardest hit in the coronavirus crisis, with more than 19,800 deaths.
Bad Bunny wins top Grammy prize ever for Spanish-language album
Bad Bunny, the Latino rap star whose forthcoming Super Bowl gig has ignited a culture wars controversy, won the top Grammy prize on Sunday, a first for a Spanish-language album, with "Debí Tirar Más Fotos," a celebration of his Puerto Rican roots.
Grammys poised to rewrite music's record books
Puerto Rican rapper Bad Bunny and the KPop singers of “Golden” will face off on Sunday at a Grammys ceremony poised to crown several first‑time winners of the US music industry’s biggest honours.
Tributes pour in for 'Schitt's Creek' star Catherine O'Hara
Catherine O’Hara, the shape‑shifting Canadian comic actor, has died at 71 — prompting an outpouring of tributes led by her co-star Macaulay Culkin and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
Survival showdown in 'Send Help' is full of firsts for star Rachel McAdams
Rachel McAdams' maltreated and underappreciated character battles it out with her boss on a desert island in director Sam Raimi's new horror-comedy "Send Help".
Dubai+ unveiled as new family-focused digital media platform
Dubai Media has announced the launch of Dubai+, a digital platform offering a wide range of family-friendly media content, reflecting changing viewing habits and the continued growth of Dubai’s media sector.
The UAE has denied false and unfounded claims that it would assume civilian administration of Gaza.
A UAE media delegation has visited Kuwait’s Ministry of Information as part of an official programme organised by the Dubai Press Club.
The Dubai Press Club has hosted the "UAE–Kuwait Media Celebration" as part of a programme highlighting the strong fraternal ties and close cooperation between the two nations.
