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New York Post
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Linkin Park's Mike Shinoda claims fans ‘lashed out' at new singer Emily Armstrong because she's a woman
Linkin Park isn't 'Numb' to the backlash against new singer Emily Armstrong. In a new interview with The Guardian, Mike Shinoda explained why he thinks part of the the band's fanbase was outraged over Armstrong, 39, joining the group seven years after lead singer Chester Bennington's death. 'There were people who lashed out at Emily, and it was really because she wasn't a guy,' Shinoda, 48, stated. 10 Emily Armstrong and Mike Shinoda of Linkin Park perform at the opening ceremony of the UEFA Champions League Final 2025. Getty Images The guitarist claimed that critics were 'used to Linkin Park being six guys' with 'the voice of a guy leading this song' and haven't adapted to the band's new iteration. 'They were just so uncomfortable with what it was that they chose a ton of things to complain about,' Shinoda explained. 'They're pointing in 10 different directions saying: 'This is why I'm mad, this is why the band sucks.'' 10 Linkin Park in the press room at the 48th Grammy Awards in 2006. Getty Images 10 Colin Brittain, Dave 'Phoenix' Farrell, Emily Armstrong, Mike Shinoda, Joe Hahn of Linkin Park at the 2024 Billboard Music Awards. Billboard via Getty Images Armstrong — also the lead singer of the rock band Dead Sara — joined Linkin Park last year as the group reunited for the ongoing From Zero World Tour. The singer received backlash in part due to her connection to Scientology and her support of actor and Scientologist Danny Masterson before he was convicted of rape in 2023. 10 Emily Armstrong performs at the Sonic Temple Art and Music Festival in May 2025. Amy Harris/Invision/AP 'Several years ago, I was asked to support someone I considered a friend at a court appearance, and went to one early hearing as an observer,' she wrote in a social media statement in Sept. 2024. 10 Mike Shinoda and Emily Armstrong perform at Barclays Center in NYC in Sept. 2024. Getty Images 'Soon after, I realized I shouldn't have,' Armstrong added. 'I always try to see the good in people, and I misjudged him. I have never spoken with him since. Unimaginable details emerged, and he was later found guilty.' 10 Emily Armstrong and Mike Shinoda at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards. Getty Images for iHeartRadio Armstrong told The Guardian that she wasn't prepared for the negative public reaction to her joining Linkin Park. 'Not this. No, not this. I was a little bit naive about it, to be honest,' Armstrong said, adding that she used to avoid social media 'for mental-health purposes.' 10 Emily Armstrong performing during the Linkin Park concert in London on June 28. Michal Augustini/Shutterstock 'If there was something really, really pressing, I think our PR would talk to us about it,' she shared. 'But I'm old enough to know the difference between real life and the internet.' Amidst Linkin Park's tour, Shinoda said there are some songs that he'd 'feel weird playing' including 'One More Light' from the band's final album with Bennington. 10 Mike Shinoda performs at the I-Days Festival in Italy on June 24. Corbis via Getty Images 10 Linkin Park arrives at the 48th Annual Grammy Awards in 2006. Getty Images Shinoda noted the song was originally written 'for a woman at the label that we worked with who passed away. Then after Chester passed, the world decided that it was about him. And so that's just too sad to play.' Bennington tragically died in 2017 by suicide. He was 41. 10 Chester Bennington performs during the Projekt Revolution Tour in 2008. FilmMagic His 29-year-old son, Jaime Bennington, slammed Linkin Park for adding Armstrong to its lineup last year. Jaime claimed Shinoda had 'quietly erased my father's life and legacy in real time … during international suicide prevention month.' He also brought up Armstrong's Scientology connection and said the band 'failed to address the concerns of their diverse fan base.'
Korea Herald
17-07-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Carlsberg Asia Rallies Fans Across the Region with Liverpool FC
The Reds return to Asia, with Hong Kong leading a region-wide celebration of football and beer moments HONG KONG, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As Liverpool FC returns to Asia for their 2025 Pre-Season Tour, Carlsberg Asia is activating a region-wide campaign to celebrate one of football's most iconic partnerships. With Hong Kong as the lead market, the campaign brings together fans, customers, and partners in a shared moment of passion, purpose, and celebration - all rooted in the enduring legacy between Carlsberg and Liverpool FC. Building on a global partnership that spans over three decades, the campaign spans seven Carlsberg Asia markets including Cambodia, Mainland China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, and Vietnam. Across the region, Carlsberg is delivering engaging experiences and exclusive promotions through on-trade and off-trade channels and launching the limited-edition Miracle Can inspired by the club's legendary 2005 comeback in Istanbul. Arindam Varanasi, Commercial Vice President, Carlsberg Asia, said: "Our long-standing global partnership with Liverpool FC gives us a powerful platform to connect with consumers across Asia. This campaign is about more than just visibility, it is about creating differentiated value for our customers, distributors, and retail partners while giving fans the chance to be part of something special. By bringing this moment to life in a way that resonates across markets, we are accelerating growth in Asia by strengthening our commercial impact and deepening the emotional connection consumers have with our brands." In Hong Kong, the celebration will reach its peak as Liverpool FC takes on AC Milan on 26 July, a rematch of the unforgettable UEFA Champions League Final in 2005. From 22 to 26 July, the Avenue of Stars in Tsim Sha Tsui will be transformed into a "Walk of Fame" honouring Liverpool FC's history and culture. The experience will feature visual tributes to the club's 20 league titles, creative nods to the Shankly Gates, and Carlsberg x Liverpool FC installations that bring together the brand's hop leaf and the Liver Bird. A Carlsberg-branded sailboat will also cruise through Victoria Harbour, offering fans a floating tribute and a striking backdrop to this summer's football fever. On 25 July, the celebration continues in Lan Kwai Fong, where Carlsberg will host a Reds-themed street party filled with music, atmosphere, and ice-cold Carlsberg beer. Jeff Chong, Director, International Premium Brands, Carlsberg Asia, added: "This is a proud moment for all of us at Carlsberg Asia. While each market engages at different levels, we are united in our passion for football and our commitment to bringing fans closer to the game, especially as lucky winners have the chance to travel to Hong Kong for the match or enjoy an unforgettable experience in Liverpool. It is exciting to see how this global partnership continues to inspire local experiences and connect people through something they truly love." As The Reds return to Asia, Carlsberg invites fans across the region to raise a glass, relive the legacy, and enjoy this football season the Carlsberg way together. About Carlsberg Asia Established in 1847 by brewer J.C. Jacobsen, the Carlsberg Group is one of the leading brewery groups in the world, with an attractive portfolio of beer and other beverage brands. With over 37.000 employees, and with a presence in more than 125 markets, the Group has a purpose of brewing for a better today and tomorrow Doing business responsibly and sustainably supports that purpose – and drives the efforts to deliver value for shareholders and society. Carlsberg Asia is a dynamic and diverse region comprising of 8 operating markets: Cambodia, Mainland China, Hong Kong, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore and Vietnam. Altogether we have 34 breweries and some 12,000 employees spreading across the Asian markets. The Asia Regional Office is based in Hong Kong.
NBC Sports
14-07-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
UEFA Champions League: 2025-26 format, qualifying round fixtures, draw dates, league phase
The 2025-26 UEFA Champions League isn't just underway, it's been cooking for a few days. The first qualifying round has begun in Europe, and familiar names like Malmo, FCSB, and Ludogorets Razgrad playing meaningful games as part of their 2025-25 seasons. MORE — Chelsea win the 2025-26 Club World Cup Yes, it'll still be some time before champions Paris Saint-Germain and their big-named chasers join the fray, but we're off and running in the race to Budapest. For all the details of the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League, read on.... How does UEFA Champions League qualifying work? Eighty-two teams will participate in the UEFA Champions League beginning with the first qualifying round in early July. Ten rounds later, two teams will meet to determine the champion of Europe. Here's who enters and when: First qualifying round: Twenty-eight champions from associations 25-27 and 30-55 Second qualifying round: Eight champions from associations 16-24, excluding Russia, plus two champions from associations 28 and 29 enter the champions path. Six runners-up from associations 10-15 begin the league path. Third qualifying round: Five teams more teams enter the league path. Playoff round: Four champions from associations 11-14. League phase: Ten champions from associations 1-10, six runners-up from associations 1-6, five third-placed teams from associations 1-5, four fourth-place teams from associations 1-4, one champion from association 15, two teams from the associations with the highest coefficients from the previous season, and the Europa League champions. When and where is the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League Final? The 2025-26 UEFA Champions League Final will be May 30, 2026 at Puskas Arena in Budapest, Hungary. What are the draw dates for the UEFA Champions League? First qualifying round: June 17 Second qualifying round: June 18 Third qualifying round: July 21 Playoff round: August 4 League phase: August 28 Knockout playoff round: January 30 Round of 16, quarterfinals, semifinals, and final: February 27 What are the match dates for the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League? Qualifying rounds First qualifying round (two legs): July 8-9 and July 15-16 Second qualifying round (two legs): July 22-23 and July 29-30 Third qualifying round (two legs): August 5-6 and August 12 Playoff round: August 19-20 and August 26-27 League phase Matchday 1: September 16-18 Matchday 2: September 30-October 1 Matchday 3: October 21-22 Matchday 4: November 4-5 Matchday 5: November 25-26 Matchday 6: December 9-10 Matchday 7: January 20-21 Matchday 8: January 28 Knockout playoff round: February 17-18, February 24-25 Round of 16: March 10-11, March 17-18 Quarterfinals: April 7-8, April 14-15 Semifinals: April 28-29, May 5-6 Final: May 30 at Puskas Arena in Budapest Who have qualified for the UEFA Champions League league phase? Premier League: Liverpool, Arsenal, Manchester City, Chelsea, Newcastle United, Tottenham Hotspur* Ligue 1: Paris Saint-Germain, Marseille, AS Monaco Serie A: Napoli, Inter Milan, Atalanta, Juventus La Liga: Barcelona, Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid, Athletic Bilbao, Villarreal Bundesliga: Bayern Munich, Bayer Leverkusen, Eintracht Frankfurt, Borussia Dortmund Eredivisie: PSV Eindhoven, Ajax Primeira Liga: Sporting Lisbon Belgian Pro League: Union Saint-Gilloise Turkish Super Lig: Galatasaray Czech First League: Slavia Prague Super League Greece: Olympiacos UEFA Champions League league phase qualifying schedule Wednesday June 9, 2025 KuPS 1-0 Milsami Orhei The New Saints 0-0 Shkendija Iberia 1999 1-3 Malmo FCI Levadia 0-1 RFS Drita 1-0 Differdange 03 Vikingur 2-3 Lincoln Red Imps Egnatia 1-0 Breidablik Shelbourne 1-0 Linfield FCSB 3-1 Inter Club d'Escaldes Virtus 0-2 Zrinjski Mostar Olimpija Ljubljana 1-1 Kairat Noah 1-0 Buducnost Podgorica Ludogorets Razgrad vs Dinamo Minsk Tuesday June 15, 2025 Match 1: Hamrun Spartans vs Zalgiris Match 2: Milsami Orhei vs KuPS March 3: Shkendija vs The New Saints Match 4: Malmo vs Iberia 1999 Match 5: RFS vs FCI Levadia Match 6: Differdange 03 vs Drita Match 7: Lincoln Red Imps vs Vikingur Match 8: Breidablik vs Egnatia Match 9: Linfield vs Shelbourne Match 10: Inter Club d'Escaldes vs FCSB Match 11: Zrinjski Mostar vs Virtus Match 12: Kairat vs Olimpija Ljubljana Match 13: Buducnost Podgorica vs Noah Match 14: Dinamo MInsk vs Ludogorets Razgrad First legs to be played July 22-23. Second legs July 29-30. Champions Path Match 5 winner v Match 4 winner Match 1 winner vs Dynamo Kiev Pafos vs Maccabi Tel Aviv Match 7 winner vs Red Star Belgrade Match 13 winner vs Ferencvaros Lech Poznan vs Match 8 winner Copenhagen vs Match 6 winner Rijeka vs Match 14 winner Match 3 winner vs Match 10 winner Slovan Bratislava vs Match 11 winner Match 9 winner vs Qarabag Match 2 winner vs Match 12 winner Brann vs Red Bull Salzburg Viktoria Plzen vs Servette Glasgow Rangers vs Panathinaikos Draw: July 21 First legs to be played August 5-6. Second legs August 12. Second qualifying round winners Winners of second qualifying round plus Benfica, Club Brugge, Feyenoord, Fenerbahce, Nice Draw: August 4 First legs to be played August 19-20. Second legs August 26-27. Six winners of third qualifying round plus Celtic, Bodo/Glimt, Basel, and Sturm Graz. Four winners from the third qualifying round
Time Out
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Step into Lionel Messi's mind at this free immersive exhibit in NYC
Step into the memories of iconic football player Lionel Messi—literally. The famous digital artist Refik Anadol has teamed up with Messi and the non-profit UNICEF to create his latest work, " Living Memory: Messi-A Goal in Life," a fully immersive experience showcasing the moment of Messi's (and football's) most iconic moment—his header in the 2009 UEFA Champions League Final. The exhibit is presented through a Christie's sale that will be open for bidding July 8 to 22, with the free immersive experience at Christie's New York in Rockefeller Center July 12 to 22. Tickets are available on-site at Christie's each day, while supplies last. This unprecedented artwork from Anadol isn't simply a visual experience, but a multi-sensory memory for the audience and Messi. To create the installation, Anadol used data-driven artificial intelligence and open-source motion-tracking framework to map 17 points of Messi's body to reconstruct his body and expressions. Layered with biometric voice data, breathing rhythms and heartbeats, the tone and tempo is set for connecting with Messi in revisiting the goal. The experience is an eight-minute long, captivating "memory temple" according to Anadol. "This isn't about nostalgia," Anadol said in a press release, as the reason for creating this art is to relive the depth of that split-second moment with Messi and to feel what the crowd and the world felt. Anadol has figured out how to combine art, technology and human emotions using this AI Data Sculpture. As for the auction, proceeds will benefit nonprofits such as Miami CF Foundation's global partnership UNICEF, which supports quality education programs in countries across Latin America and the Caribbean. The opening bid is currently set at $1.5 million. The highest bidder for the artwork will also win a meet-and-greet with Messi himself. In the past, Anadol's art has exceeded expectations in the contemporary art auction world, specifically during 2022 when $1.4 million was raised for "Living Architecture: Casa Batlló." "It's an honor to join forces with the Inter Miami Foundation for a good cause—I feel privileged to be able to do so," Messi said in a press release. "This project means a lot to me, not only because it recalls a special moment in my career, but also because, thanks to such a unique artist like Refik, it can help improve the lives of others who truly need it."
Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Paramount+ With Showtime Streaming Service Gets Renamed ‘Paramount+ Premium'
Paramount Global has quietly erased Showtime from the name of its top-tier streaming package. On June 23, Paramount informed subscribers that the name of its ad-free plan is no longer Paramount+ With Showtime — instead, it's now called Paramount+ Premium. The pricing of the package remains the same: It still costs $12.99 per month or $119.99 per year. More from Variety Gary Levine to Retire From Showtime After 40 Years in Programming 'Dexter: Resurrection' Trailer: Dexter Morgan Is Back in Bloody Revival How to Watch the 2025 UEFA Champions League Final Live Online The two packages now offered by the company are Paramount+ Premium, which does not have ads except in the bundled live local CBS feeds; and Paramount+ Essential with ads ($7.99 per month). The company rebranded the ad-free package as Paramount+ With Showtime in the summer of 2023, and said it would phase out the stand-alone Showtime streamer (which shut down in April 2024). Now, after two years, the company is dropping the Showtime name. 'Since we recently introduced a sampling of Showtime programming to the Essential plan, the Premium plan name reflects the broad and diverse offerings across both plan tiers,' the company said in a notice on its customer-support site about the name change. 'Showtime programming remains an important part of Paramount+, and is still prominently represented on the service!' The name change comes as Warner Bros. Discovery has gone back in the other direction: It's going to reattach the HBO name to its flagship Max streamer, which will this summer become HBO Max again. Meanwhile, in what may potentially cause some confusion, the name of the Paramount+ With Showtime linear TV network on cable, satellite, or internet TV streaming services (like Hulu with Live TV) will not be changing, according to Paramount. Paramount said that depending on a customer's device, they 'may not see the plan name change immediately. But rest assured, if you sign up for the Premium plan while it's still Paramount+ With Showtime, your plan benefits will not be impacted!' Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week 'Harry Potter' TV Show Cast Guide: Who's Who in Hogwarts? 25 Hollywood Legends Who Deserve an Honorary Oscar
