Penelope Cruz is attempting to overcome a lifelong fear of driving, known as amaxophobia, after receiving a car as a birthday gift from U2 frontman Bono. The actress, 52, revealed on the program Hot Ones that she has avoided obtaining a driver’s license due to childhood trauma from witnessing her sister, Monica Cruz, be hit … Read more
Why Slank’s Return to ‘Factory Settings’ Signals a Bigger Shift in Indonesian Music’s Political Role Legendary Indonesian band Slank’s recent resurgence in vocalizing social issues marks a deliberate return to their roots—but it also reflects a broader trend in how artists navigate political pressure and public perception in Southeast Asia’s music scene. What Does ‘Returning … Read more
Drummer Tyo Nugros was restricted from traveling internationally after being flagged by immigration authorities at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. The Directorate General of Immigration confirmed the travel ban, which prevented the musician from joining his band, Dewa 19, for a scheduled performance in Malaysia. According to Director General of Immigration Hendarsam Marantoko, the restriction originated from … Read more