Queen Elizabeth II, the longest reigning monarch in British history, has sadly died it has been confirmed.

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For decades, ‘Wicked’ has dazzled audiences worldwide with its whimsical, wowing production and compellingly layered narrative.

The award-winning stage show unpacks the origins of ‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’ and is centrally based on the reality that there are many sides to every story.

Multihyphenate performer Ryan Reid has stepped into the regal role of Fiyero in the London production and has been earning rave reviews for his powerful performance.

In commemoration of the 6000th show on London’s West End, That Grape Juice caught up with Reid who opened up about joining ‘Wicked,’ racial representation in theatre, being inspired by the likes of Beyonce and Taraji P. Henson, and much more.

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Serena Williams has blazed a trail that saw her not only become one of the greatest tennis players of all time but one of the greatest sporting icons of all time.

However, as the age-old adage goes, all good things come to an end.

And this time, it’s Williams calling time on her career.

For, moments ago in a brand new cover feature for Vogue’s September issue, the 40-year-old announced her plans to retire from tennis in the next few weeks.

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Four police officers have been federally charged for their roles in the death of Breonna Taylor. 

In a case that shocked the world and was crucial to re-amplifying the pulse of the Black Lives Matter movement, Taylor was shot to death in her home in Louisville, Kentucky.

Plainclothes officers executed a “no-knock” search warrant and opened fire on the unarmed Black woman as she lay in bed.

Prior to now, only one of the police involved (Brett Hankinson) was charged in relation to the case after firing 10 shots. There was public outcry after he was acquitted earlier this year.

Now, a fresh twist has given new hope in the quest for justice.

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In news just in, WNBA star Brittney Griner has been found guilty of smuggling drugs by a Russian court.

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The Notting Hill Carnival is back!

After a two-year hiatus due to the global health crisis, the world-renowned extravaganza is set to make its triumphant return to the streets of London.

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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are toasting the first birthday of their daughter Lilibet Diana by sharing a brand new snap of the youngster.

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Fatman Scoop is renowned for his fiery flavor and he’s bringing exactly that to FIVE Palm Jumeirah – one of Dubai’s top music hotspots. 

Playing exclusively at FIVE’s most exclusive nightclub; BLING, the veteran party-starter blends the best in Hip-Hop, R&B, and beyond with buoyant brilliance. 

That Grape Juice caught up with the star, who opened up about his journey at FIVE Palm Jumeirah, navigating testing times, and the endurance that has kept him a household name for almost three decades.

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United States Vice President Kamala Harris has been confirmed as the latest notable to test positive for COVID-19.

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In an ever-changing world, convergence has emerged as one of the central engines powering the entertainment landscape. Indeed, more than ever before, combination offerings are taking center stage as some of the globe’s leading entities champion the fusion of multiple mediums for a maximized experience.

At FIVE Palm Jumeirah, there is a magnetic synergy between music, partying, and creating unforgettable memories by way of these pillars.

That Grape Juice visited the stunning Dubai hotspot FIVE Palm Jumeirah recently and witnessed the magic in motion. From the buoyant bliss of BLING Sundays (which serves up the best in sizzling Hip-Hop & R&B) to the one-of-a-kind beach festival Bohemia (which serves up melodic House all day long), to techno and house music-infused nights during Skyline Thursdays at The Penthouse, music is unquestionably the nucleus of the operation.

Mobilizing this is the aptly titled FIVE Music, which encompasses a record label and various live components to connect those from different walks of life from all around the globe. Indeed, as the age-old adage goes: music is a universal language. And FIVE is most definitely fluent.

We sat down with Sam Starks, Music Director and Resident DJ of FIVE Hotels and Resorts, who opened up about the world-renowned venue and his own journey too.

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In news just in, Federal judge Ketanji Brown Jackson has been confirmed as the next US Supreme Court justice.

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With the world at large recovering from the effects of the pandemic, the presence of COVID-19 lingers.

Case in point for Barack Obama, who has announced that he has contracted coronavirus.

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