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Bronze Statue Of Shakira Set Up In Colombian Hometown

Bronze Statue Of Shakira Set Up In Colombian Hometown
Dec 28 2023 Share

Shakira, the renowned Colombian singer, has undergone a remarkable transformation into a 21.3ft (6.5 meters) bronze statue in her hometown of Barranquilla. 

 

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Legend has it that she first showcased her iconic hip-shaking dance moves at the age of four on a table in a Lebanese restaurant in the same city. Sharing the momentous occasion on Instagram, the “Hips Don’t Lie” artist expressed her excitement for the tribute to Colombian women, particularly the Barranquilleras.

Capturing her trademark hip swivel, the statue stands as a testament to Shakira’s cultural impact. In heartfelt posts, she shared images of her parents standing proudly before the monumental figure, expressing gratitude for the artistic talent displayed by sculptor Yino Márquez and his students.

While the bronze statue is substantial, it falls short of claiming the title for the largest pop icon statue, a distinction held by the 26-ft Forever Marilyn tribute to Marilyn Monroe in Palm Springs. 

 

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Beyond this artistic honour, Shakira’s recent headlines include the release of “El Jefe,” a song addressing her ex-partner Gerard Piqué, and settling a tax fraud case in Spain, where she paid a substantial fine to avoid trial, emphasising personal reasons and prioritising her career and family over a prolonged legal battle.

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The Weeknd Beats Drake For 6th Most Streamed Spotify Song

The Weeknd Beats Drake For 6th Most Streamed Spotify Song
Dec 28 2023 Share

The Weeknd’s 2016 release ‘Starboy’ has overtaken Drake’s ‘One Dance’ as the 6th most streamed song on Spotify.

With the former now garnering approximately 2.912B streams, the Weeknd’s song, released in the same year as Drake, now follows Tones And I’s ‘Dance Monkey’ in 5th place. 

The list is topped by Abel Makkonen Tesfaye’s other 2019 release ‘Blinding Lights’, which is in turn followed by Ed Sheeran’s ‘Shape Of You’ and Lewis Capaldi’s ‘Someone You Loved’ in 2nd and 3rd place respectively. 

In fourth place is Post Malone’s 2019 ‘Sunflower’, released for Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. Meanwhile, Drake’s ‘One Dance’ is now followed by Harry. Styles’ ‘As It Was’.

Are you a Drake or a The Weeknd fan? 

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Louisa Is Learning To Swim With A Missing Flipper

Louisa Is Learning To Swim With A Missing Flipper
Dec 28 2023 Share

Wildlife Rescue Team Malta shared a video of Louisa, the group’s currently largest turtle in rehabilitation. 

Louisa was found by the team in November of 2022 and weighs around 70-75kg. She was spotted with entanglement around her front right flipper and, being too tight, forced the amputation of said flipper due to cutting off circulation. 

‘Louisa is learning to swim with a missing flipper, but her appetite is very good, and she’s making massive progress’, the team explained. 

Animals like Louisa would need people’s help, and now people can donate or virtually adopt the rescued animals. 

All the details for the process can be found on the Wildlife Rescue Team’s social media page, with basic adoptions going up for €30 and Super Adoption going up for €60 – each with their own benefits. 

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Dance into 2024: The Vengaboys Set to Rock Gozo on New Year’s Eve

Dec 27 2023 Share

Get ready to rewind the clock and dance into the New Year with an unforgettable blast from the past as 90s pop sensations, The Vengaboys, are set to electrify Gozo on New Year’s Eve! The Dutch Europop group will take the stage in Victoria on December 31st, promising a night of non-stop hits and infectious beats.

 

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Fans can expect to be transported back in time as The Vengaboys deliver chart-topping classics such as ‘We Like To Party’, ‘Boom, Boom, Boom, Boom’, and the iconic ‘We’re Going To Ibiza’. The energy will be through the roof as the quartet brings their infectious enthusiasm and trademark sound to the celebratory atmosphere of New Year’s Eve.

Joining The Vengaboys on stage will be a stellar lineup of local talent, including the DCapitals Big Band, Ozzy Lino, Micimago, and Ryan Spiteri. The combination of international pop legends and homegrown artists promises a night of diverse musical delights, ensuring that Victoria will be the place to be as we bid farewell to the old and welcome the new with an unforgettable celebration. Don’t miss your chance to dance the night away and kick off the New Year in style!

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