Sinead O’Connor shocked her strongly Catholic country when she tore up the pope’s picture. But the Church’s sexual abuse scandals made Ireland more secular, and more understanding of her criticisms.
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Sinead O’Connor Mourned in Irish Mountain Village Where She Once Lived
For three years, the singer, who died this week, found simplicity and happiness in a mountain sanctuary where she was just another neighbor.
Japanese Pop Star, Shinjiro Atae, Comes Out Publicly as Gay
“I don’t want people to struggle like me,” said Shinjiro Atae, making an announcement that is extremely unusual in conservative Japan.
Malaysia Halts Festival After Kiss Between The 1975 Members
The episode comes as rights groups have warned of growing intolerance against lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people in the country, where homosexuality is a crime.
Toronto Prepares For Its ‘Beyoncé Weekend’
Beyoncé is starting the North American leg of her Renaissance tour on Saturday in Toronto, where fans are giddy and the gridlock is imminent.
Your Thursday Briefing: Israel’s West Bank Raid Ends
Also, fatal floods in China and other Asian countries.
Your Wednesday Briefing: A Dam Destroyed in Ukraine
Also, a victory for the Saudi-backed golf tour.
Berlin Police Investigate Roger Waters Over Nazi-Style Uniform
Mr. Waters, a founder of Pink Floyd, who has long been critical of Israel, has worn similar clothing in the past when playing songs from Pink Floyd’s album “The Wall.”
Inside Tina Turner’s Quiet Life in Switzerland
The woman from Nutbush, Tenn., renounced her American citizenship in 2013 to live a quiet life in Küsnacht on Lake Zurich.
Australia Remembers Tina Turner With the Nutbush
The Nutbush, set to its eponymous song and sometimes considered an unofficial national dance, is popular with all ages and has taken on special significance after the singer’s death.