Farida Parveen, Bangladesh’s “Queen of Lalon Geeti,” has died at 70, leaving behind a legacy of folk music, cultural preservation, and spiritual devotion.
Justin Bieber will release Swag II at midnight Friday, marking his second album of the summer after the viral success of Swag and its hit single “Daisies.”
U.S. authorities will deny visas to applicants deemed to have “anti-American attitudes,” extending vetting to social media. Critics warn the vague rule could spark discrimination and abuse.
Across India, Pakistan, Iran and more, a simple movie kiss has ignited big controversies. India’s censors cut Superman’s smooch; Qatar blocked a Hollywood romance; and an Iranian director even faced lashes over a lip-lock.
