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The Royal Ballet and Opera (RBO) has pulled its 2026 production of Puccini’s Tosca in Israel following backlash from staff.

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Siberian-born Maxim Vengerov is one of the greatest violinists in the world today, acclaimed for his concerts, award-winning recordings and humanitarian work. As he turns 40, here are 10 facts about ...

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