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Quote of the day by Chris Martin: 'It’s difficult when you’re successful, to admit...' Life lessons from motivational quote on vulnerability, assistance, weakness, sustained growth, resilience, success, authenticity and well-being

Quote of the day by Chris Martin highlights the importance of accepting help even after achieving success. The quote explains that fear of appearing weak can stop people from seeking support. It encourages people to value vulnerability, teamwork, resilience, well-being and continuous learning. The message is relevant for professionals, students,…

The Economic Times

We’ve been desperate for someone to take on Donald Trump. Who knew it would be Coldplay’s Chris Martin?

The World Cup left us with some surprising heroes. Kudos to pop’s leader of the bland and his very public rebuke to hatred and division, says music journalist Simon Price

The Guardian - UK

“This is like a bad trip": Liam Gallagher, Wayne Rooney and others share their views on the first ever World Cup Halftime Show

It featured Madonna, BTS, Shakira, Justin Bieber and Coldplay

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Liam Gallagher compares divisive World Cup halftime show to ‘a bad trip’

Super Bowl-style medley of performances featured artists including Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber and Shakira

The Independent UK

FIFA World Cup Half-Time Show Performers Ranked by Net Worth: Who Is the Richest?

Madonna, Justin Bieber, Shakira, Coldplay, BTS, and Burna Boy headlined FIFA's first World Cup half-time show. Here's how their estimated net worths compare.

International Business Times UK

Hits, misses and Muppets: the star-studded World Cup half-time show nobody asked for

It zipped along, cramming in Shakira, Madonna and Coldplay, but football fans may not be convinced of need for this mid-match spectacle

The Guardian - UK

Madonna, Shakira and Ted Lasso appear in first World Cup half-time show

The 11-minute performance on Sunday also saw Justin Bieber step on to the pitch along with Burna Boy and Korean pop group BTS.

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Madonna leads star-studded extravaganza at World Cup halftime show with Justin Bieber, Shakira and Burna Boy

Madonna, Justin Bieber, Shakira and Burna Boy led a smooth halftime show

Evening Standard

Madonna, Shakira, Bieber and The Muppets light up World Cup half-time show

EAST RUTHERFORD (UNITED STATES) - Musical headliners Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber, BTS and Coldplay were joined by Brazilian soccer icons and "Ted Lasso" actors in a spectacular first-ever World Cup final halftime show on Sunday.

Bangkok Post

FIFA's $100M Halftime Show Already Draws Backlash: Fans Slam 11-Minute Madonna-BTS-Bieber Set

BTS, Madonna, and Shakira will headline FIFA's first World Cup final halftime show on 19 July, marking a historic crossover between football and pop culture.

International Business Times UK

How to Watch the World Cup 2026 final halftime show: Free Live Streams, TV Channels & Performers

Here's how to watch the halftime show at the FIFA World Cup 2026 final from anywhere, and potentially for free.

TechRadar

What Madonna, Shakira, BTS and Justin Bieber Could Wear at FIFA's First World Cup Final Halftime Show

See what Madonna, Shakira, BTS and Justin Bieber could wear at FIFA's first World Cup Final halftime show, from stadium-ready performance fashion to cultural style influences.

Fashion Times

Discounted tickets for World Cup and popstar gigs could cut climate costs of ‘mega events’

The 2026 FIFA World Cup generated emissions equal to some countries’ annual output, with fan travel being the biggest driver.

Euronews

Post Malone tells fans he hasn’t forgotten ‘ole Stoney’ as rap comeback gathers pace

The chart-topping musician has teased unreleased music that appears to revisit his hip-hop roots following the success of his country debut and ahead of a major FIFA World Cup performance.

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Every Celebrity Set to Perform at the 2026 World Cup Final

The match between Argentina and Spain will be a star-studded affair.

Evening Standard

Who is performing at the World Cup final half-time show and how long will it last?

Coldplay lead singer has curated controversial show

Latin Times

All About the 2026 FIFA World Cup's Final Weekend: Schedule, Stadiums and Star-Studded Music Performances

The 2026 FIFA World Cup comes to an end this weekend with two matches that will decide the final standings of the tournament, along with an unprecedented entertainment lineup featuring some of the biggest names in music and Hollywood.

Euronews

The Cure’s Robert Smith lashes out at the World Cup halftime show

Not everyone is a fan of the upcoming World Cup final halftime show, with The Cure's Robert Smith posting his blunt but oddly poetic (considering the image) thoughts on FIFA's Super Bowl-style performance on Sunday.

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Evening Standard

When do England play next at World Cup and who will they face?

There will be no repeat of the 2024 Euros final

The Independent UK

2026 World Cup Final: All the celebrities appearing in the closing ceremony and halftime show

Post Malone will headline the pre-game closing ceremony

The Independent UK

World Cup final half-time show: Who is performing, how long will it take and how can I watch it?

The finale will feature a half-time show with some of the biggest names in music, including Madonna, Shakira and BTS

The Independent UK

ITV reveals broadcast plan for World Cup final and half-time show

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026 Closing Ceremony Performers: From Tom Cruise, Madonna to BTS here's the A-Star list set to light up New Jersey on July 19

FIFA World Cup 2026 Closing Ceremony: The biggest football tournament in history is about to sign off in equally massive fashion. The 2026 FIFA World Cup final will feature an unprecedented halftime show. Global music icons like Madonna and BTS will perform during the interval. A pre-match ceremony will include…

Evening Standard

World Cup final 2026 date and time: Spain to face Argentina

The biggest game in football is almost upon us

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Couple’s Viral World Cup Moment Backfires As Fans Urge Woman To “File For Divorce”

A couple's tense exchange during a World Cup match went viral as viewers tried to uncover what sparked the argument.

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