Sean Penn turns action hero in 'The Gunman'
US actor Sean Penn turns action hero in "The Gunman" -- a thriller that had its world premiere in London on Monday.
Hilfiger's fashion empire mines 'best of America'
In his New York showroom, four books on the table sum up the passions of Tommy Hilfiger: fashion, American pop culture, rock and Grace Kelly.
'Saturday Night Live' marks 40 years of comedy irreverence
The Daily Show or music videos, an irreverent comedy troupe launched "Saturday Night Live" in 1975, unaware it would transform American humor and become the country's most successful comedy show of all time.
Dressmakers bring touch of old Afghanistan to Pakistan
With ballgowns, Western-style bridal wear and cocktail dresses, Afghan tailors driven out of their homeland by the Taliban are carving a niche for themselves in Pakistan's capital city.
Victoria Beckham to expand fashion line to Asia
Victoria Beckham brought a sexy vision of fall/winter to an intimate New York runway show and confided plans to open a second store in Asia.
Thai-born Thakoon brings Oscar Wilde to NY runway
Thakoon Panichgul moved decisively into a second decade in fashion by unveiling a vibrant, bohemian collection for fall/winter 2015 inspired by Oscar Wilde.
Upstarts outshine veterans ahead of Berlin film fest awards
The race for the Golden Bear top prize at the 65th Berlin film festival shaped up as a dead heat, with break-out talents looking well placed to pip cinema heavyweights.
Catherine Deneuve the muse on NY Fashion Week day 2
Canadian-Taiwanese designer Jason Wu showed a collection inspired by the strength and seduction of French screen siren Catherine Deneuve.
Party time! Carnival opens in Rio
Brazil opened five days of non-stop partying Friday as Rio de Janeiro's Carnival officially opened.