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‘Blazing Saddles’ named funniest film of all time by AFI as Mel Brooks turns 100

Mel Brooks, who turned 100 on Sunday 28 June, has been honoured by the American Film Institute, which named his 1974 Western satire the "funniest film of all time" - knocking 'Some Like It Hot' off the top spot.

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It's just a matter of time before Neeraj Chopra delivers at big stage again: Anju Bobby George

Legendary athlete Anju Bobby George expresses confidence in Neeraj Chopra's ability to regain peak form for upcoming major events, citing his past achievements. George also anticipates her long jump national record being broken, highlighting promising talents like Ancy Sojan and Shaili Singh. She further commends the overall improvement in Indian…

The Economic Times

Neeraj Chopra to compete in Asian Games in Japan, AFI confirms

Neeraj Chopra, the javelin champion, is ready to defend his Asian Games title later this year in Japan. The Athletics Federation of India confirmed his participation for the September-October event. Following a successful recovery from his injury, Chopra's performance remains impressive as he prepares for the Commonwealth Games. Meanwhile, India…

The Economic Times

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PT Usha, Anju Bobby George among four honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award

Legendary sprinter P.T. Usha was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the inaugural Indian Athletics Awards. She expressed surprise at the recognition, highlighting the Athletics Federation of India's commendable initiative. The awards celebrate excellence and contributions across various facets of Indian athletics, recognising athletes, coaches, and officials.

The Economic Times

Can an Indian run 100m in less than 10 seconds in near future?

Gurindervir Singh has achieved a remarkable 10.09 seconds in the 100m dash. This performance offers a new ray of hope for Indian athletics. Experts believe a sub-10-second run is achievable in the coming years. Gurindervir aims for medals at the Commonwealth and Asian Games. This breakthrough could open doors to…

The Economic Times

Watch former WWE World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk walk out to an AFI song and pay tribute to Harm’s Way’s Bo Lueders during his WrestleMania entrance last weekend

The Straight Edge Superstar battled Roman Reigns at Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium on Sunday

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Kenan Thompson Honors Eddie Murphy As Being 'The Proof' That Someone Like Him Could Shine On SNL

Just a legend hyping up a fellow legend.

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Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence become grandparents as their kids welcome first baby together

Eric Murphy and Jasmin Lawrence have a daughter named Ari Skye

The Independent UK

Eddie Murphy receives standing ovation as he collects lifetime achievement award

Murphy received the American Film Institute's life achievement award at a star-studded ceremony

The Independent UK

AFI announce UK and European headline shows

Davey Havok's influential punks extend their summer in Europe

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"That number-one hit poses the gentle question: 'Should I just kill myself?'" How a "throwaway" lyric written during a dark time helped turn some punk misfits into one of the biggest rock bands of the 2000s

AFI's 2006 single Miss Murder was even a Top 5 hit in Venezuela

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AFI, Mannequin Pussy, Ecca Vandal join Deftones, Deafheaven, Amyl and the Sniffers and more on stacked Outbreak / All Points East bill

AFI to make long-awaited UK return on stacked London festival bill also featuring Idles, Interpol and more

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“There was a point where My Chemical Romance were opening shows for us. Quite quickly, they weren’t anymore”: The story of the post-hardcore takeover that didn’t quite happen

As nu metal’s commercial power began to wane, major labels desperately signed a bunch of bands with hardcore backgrounds, from My Chemical Romance to Cave In. A lot of them didn’t work out.

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Hollywood stars gather for an all-winners celebration at the American Film Institute Awards

The American Film Institute Awards has gathered its 2026 honorees for a special luncheon in Beverly Hills

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Eddi Muphy to receive AFI Life Achievement Award

Eddie Murphy will be honoured with the prestigious 51st AFI Life Achievement Award.

The Independent UK

Eddie Murphy to receive prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award in 2026

At 64, Murphy has commanded the entertainment industry for nearly five decades

International Business Times UK

Sick New World Music Festival Boasts Insanely Stacked Lineup for 2026 Return

Sick New World is coming back in a big way for two shows of nu metal celebration set in two separate locations

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"Hearing them was like hearing Bowie for the first time…" The 10 best songs by AFI, as chosen by Creeper's Will Gould

Creeper frontman Will Gould picks his essential AFI playlist

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System Of A Down, Korn, Deftones, Slayer, Evanescence and more to play insanely stacked Sick New World 2026 events in Las Vegas and Texas

Sick New World has announced two unbelievable lineups in different States for 2026

Louder

AFI Silver Bleeds the Black Sun... review: Davey Havok and his crue have gone full goth, and it's resulted in their best album in over a decade

AFI embrace their love of The Cure, Bauhaus and Sisters Of Mercy to create a modern goth classic

Louder

I say, 'It is an honour to meet you, you are one of my biggest inspirations.' And he says 'kneel' and asks for the cane..." What happened when a goth icon had a surprise encounter with a punk rock hero

When AFI frontman Davey Havok met his hero Peter Murphy of Bauhaus, he didn't foresee what would happen next

International Business Times

The First Humanoid Robot in a U.S. Secondary School: Angelene Huang's Bold Bet on the Future of Education

Samantha, the AI robot, is designed to help students master AI applications and learn how to operate and control robots in an increasingly automated world, preparing them to be the real leaders of the future.

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The 12 best new metal songs you need to hear right now

Trivium, Babymetal and AFI are among the best new metal songs this week. Plus, vote for your favourite!

Metal Hammer

Watch one of the most dramatic makeovers of 2025, as Davey Havok turns into goth rock Frank Zappa for new AFI anthem Behind The Clock

The newly mustachioed frontman and his band will put out their next album Silver Bleeds The Black Sun in October

Metal Hammer

"I would give my left arse cheek to be on a soundtrack for a movie like Resident Evil": Bury Tomorrow's Dani Winter-Bates picks the 10 songs that changed his life

From Slipknot and Through The Eyes Of The Dead to AFI and Tracy Chapman, these records made Bury Tomorrow vocalist Dani Winter-Bates who he is

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