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• Norway's matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be broadcast via live streams and television channels. • National broadcasters NRK and TV 2 have partnered to share the broadcasting schedule, ensuring comprehensive coverage for viewers.

• Multiple stars have withdrawn from the Great American State Fair, a Trump-aligned celebration intended to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States. • The departures have sparked significant backlash and "meltdowns" within the MAGA community, with some critics questioning why performers cannot associate with those of differing political views.

• Manchester City defender Ruben Dias has publicly addressed and denied speculation regarding a breakup with Maya Jama. • Dias stated that while he typically remains silent on personal rumors, he felt compelled to "draw a line" and correct the public record.

• Germany rejected U.S. accusations on Friday that its proposed streaming investment law violates the recently established EU-U.S. Turnberry trade pact. • Berlin defends the legislation as a "very moderate" cultural policy tool by European standards rather than a digital trade barrier.

• Multiple artists, including Young MC, Poison frontman Bret Michaels, and country singer Martina McBride, have withdrawn from the US Freedom 250 concert. • The performers cited concerns that the event would be overly political and claimed they were misled regarding the festival's political affiliations.

• A film critic highlighted standout titles from the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, noting a decrease in traditional Hollywood spectacle compared to previous years. • Key recommendations include "All of a Sudden" by Japanese director Ryûsuke Hamaguchi and "Fjord," starring Sebastian Stan and Renate Reinsve.

• YouTuber Kane Parsons is adapting his eerie, liminal-space web series "The Backrooms" into a feature-length Hollywood film. • The project highlights a growing trend where Hollywood executives seek out internet-native creators and viral digital cultures to attract new audiences.

• Netflix and other major streaming platforms are opposing a new German legislative proposal that would mandate the reinvestment of local revenue into domestic content. • The proposed law aims to ensure that global streaming giants contribute financially to the German creative industry and local production ecosystem.

• Counterfeit goods and piracy continue to thrive in Vietnam, as evidenced by bustling trade at markets near the capital despite government crackdowns. • On April 30, the U.S. designated Vietnam as the world's worst offender regarding intellectual property (IP) rights.

• Streaming platforms in India are increasingly censoring content by deleting scenes and muting punchlines to comply with local norms or regulations. • This trend mirrors global censorship patterns seen in Russia and China, where government-critical content is removed, and in regions where LGBTQ+ references are erased.

• Vivo has officially launched the TWS 5e earbuds in the Chinese market. • The new audio device features 11mm dynamic drivers and hybrid adaptive active noise cancellation (ANC) for improved sound quality.