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- Epoch Times
Tourism Australia Taps Robert Irwin to Lure US Travellers Down Under
Australian celebrity Robert Irwin, English television cook Nigella Lawson, Chinese actor Yosh Yu, and other international stars have been unveiled as the new faces to lure overseas tourists Down Under. Videos featuring these celebrities set against iconic Australian landscapes will be part of the federal government's latest tourism campaign aimed at attracting travellers from the UK, United States, China, Japan, and India. Robert Irwin, the son of the late Australian wildlife icon Steve Irwin, will front the advertisement for the American market. Wellness advocate Sara Tendulkar will appear in ads for India, while Chinese actor Yosh (Shi) Yu, the UK's Lawson, and Japanese comedian Abareru-kun will feature in commercials airing in their respective home countries. The $130 million campaign expands on Tourism Australia's ' Come and Say G'day ' initiative, which introduced the beloved animated mascot Ruby the Roo. In the video, an American tourist loses his phone in the desert—only to be rescued by Irwin. 'G'day mate, just going for a stroll?' Irwin greets him. Looking defeated, the tourist responds, 'An emu took my phone.' Irwin grins and says, 'Well, we better go find it.' Tourism Australia Managing Director Phillipa Harrison said traditionally, tourism campaigns use one famous face across all markets. 'But for our latest campaign Ruby will be joined by well-known talent from five different markets to showcase personal lasting memories of a holiday to Australia,' Harrison said. 'These international stars combine with local talent ... to create bespoke invitations for five markets.' Tourism Recovery in Australia Since the resumption of global travel, Australia's domestic tourism industry has grown with the number of international arrivals expected to reach a record 10 million in 2026 and 11.8 million in 2029. More than 700,000 jobs and 360,000 Australian businesses depend on tourism, while Chinese travellers remain Australia's second biggest cohort of tourists behind New Zealand, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. The advertisements will go live in China on TV and online from Aug. 7. 'Tourism is the lifeblood of so many communities right around the country and creates hundreds of thousands of jobs,' said Tourism Minister Don Farrell. Nonetheless, industry experts have expressed caution about over-relying on China. 'China's slowing economic growth, youth unemployment, and property sector instability could hinder outbound travel demand. A weaker yuan may reduce international travel spend,' said Janene Wardrop, principal of event planning business Ascot Event Management, in a previous interview with The Epoch Times. Wardrop stated that the three main risks of over-relying on the China market are strategic, economic, and geopolitical. 'AUST needs to ensure there is diversification,' she wrote. 'AUST needs to ensure they support the China market whilst also building resilience by building their tourism market by product diversification, risk scenario planning, market diversification and to create constructive and culturally tailored marketing to Tier 2/3 cities. 'Priority should be on quality over quantity and attract high-yield, low-impact travellers.'
Newsweek
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- Newsweek
Who Is Luiza Rozova? Putin's Alleged Love Child Breaks Silence
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Elizaveta Krivonogikh, also known as Luiza Rozova, has gone public with sharp criticism of Russian President Vladimir Putin—her alleged father—more than a year after vanishing from social media. Now living in Paris under a new name, she's distancing herself from the Kremlin and the luxury lifestyle she once displayed online. In a series of Telegram posts obtained by the German newspaper Bild, Krivonogikh wrote about a man "who took millions of lives and destroyed mine." The 22-year-old did not name Putin directly, but the reference was widely interpreted as her first public break with the Russian leader. "It's liberating to be able to show my face to the world again," she added. "It reminds me of who I am and who destroyed my life." A New Life in Paris Born in St. Petersburg in 2003, Krivonogikh has been long rumored to be the daughter of Putin and former cleaner Svetlana Krivonogikh. After Luiza's birth, her mother's financial fortunes rose sharply. While there has never been official confirmation of Putin's paternity, Krivonogikh's patronymic—Vladimirovna—and past investigative reports have fueled speculation for years. In this pool photograph distributed by the Russian state agency Sputnik, Russia's President Vladimir Putin visits the Valaam Monastery on Valaam island in the northern portion of Lake Ladoga, on August 1, 2025. On right,... In this pool photograph distributed by the Russian state agency Sputnik, Russia's President Vladimir Putin visits the Valaam Monastery on Valaam island in the northern portion of Lake Ladoga, on August 1, 2025. On right, Elizaveta Krivonogikh. More Getty Images / Telegram She once posted regularly on Instagram, sharing photos of private jets, elite nightclubs and designer fashion. But her account disappeared around the time Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022. Now, according to multiple reports, she goes by Elizaveta Rudnova and works at two Paris art galleries—L Galerie in Belleville and Espace Albatros in Montreuil—both known for hosting anti-war exhibitions. She graduated from the ICART School of Cultural and Art Management in 2024 and helps organize shows and produce video content. Caught Between Politics Krivonogikh's new life has not been without controversy. Russian artist Nastya Rodionova, who fled Russia after the invasion of Ukraine, ended her collaboration with both galleries after learning of Krivonogikh's involvement. "It is inadmissible to allow a person who comes from a family of beneficiaries of the regime to come into confrontation with the victims of that regime," Rodionova said in a public statement. Krivonogikh defended herself, asking, "Am I really responsible for the activities of my family, who can't even hear me?" Some in the Paris art community have supported her. Dmitry Dolinsky, who runs the association that oversees both galleries, told Bild: "She looks like Putin, but so do 100,000 other people. I haven't seen a DNA test." Others described her as cultured and committed to her work. Her mother was sanctioned by the United Kingdom in 2023 over her ties to Putin's inner circle. Krivonogikh has since traded designer labels for activism, signaling a full break from the image she once embraced. "My life is ruined," she wrote recently, referencing the man she holds responsible for both personal and national destruction. She now appears focused on rebuilding her identity—and making it clear that she wants no part of the legacy she inherited.
New York Post
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- New York Post
How much are the cheapest tickets to see Katy Perry and Rebecca Black?
Vivid Seats is the New York Post's official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. Justin Trudeau's beau may be coming to an arena near you. Astronaut Pop superstar Katy Perry — who has been seen canoodling with Canada's former Prime Minister — is currently midway through the U.S. leg of her international 'Lifetimes Tour' with special guest Rebecca Black. Notable shows left on the run for Northeasterner KatyCats include gigs at New York City's Madison Square Garden on Monday, Aug. 11 and Newark, NJ's Prudential Center on Thursday, Aug. 14. Advertisement If you'd like to be there, tickets are available for all 26 remaining career-spanning concerts on Perry's 2025 calendar. At the time of publication, the lowest price we could find on tickets for any one show of hers was $48 including fees on Vivid Seats. Tickets to see her live at MSG start at $115 including fees. Other U.S. and Canada shows start anywhere from $50 to $139 including fees. Advertisement According to Set List FM, the 'Fireworks' hitmaker delivers a conceptual six-act show that consists of 25 songs, including 'I Kissed a Girl,' 'Swish Swish,' 'E.T.,' 'Teenage Dream' and 'California Gurls' among others. 'The show had a large backdrop with multiple screens showing animated videos of Perry's 'mission,' which was to free butterflies to restore what was lost on her planet as a half human, half machine,' The Santa Barbara Independent explained, in a review of a recent 'Lifetimes Tour' show. ''Hot N Cold' was a standout, with the pop rock style of the song suiting itself perfectly to be played live with a band,' they added. For more information, our team has everything you need to know and more about Katy Perry's 'Lifetimes Tour' with Rebecca Black below. Advertisement All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation. Katy Perry ticket prices 2025 A complete calendar including all remaining North American and European tour dates, venues and links to the cheapest tickets available can be found here: Katy Perry tour dates Ticket prices start at Aug. 5 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON, CA $90 (including fees) Aug. 6 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON, CA $85 (including fees) Aug. 8 at the TD Garden in Boston, MA $139 (including fees) Aug. 9 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA $93 (including fees) Aug. 11 at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY $115 (including fees) Aug. 14 at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ $96 (including fees) Aug. 15 at the CFG Bank Arena in Baltimore, MD $104 (including fees) Aug. 17 at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh, NC $83 (including fees) Aug. 19 at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN $50 (including fees) Aug. 20 at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, GA $48 (including fees) Aug. 22 at the Amalie Arena in Tampa, FL $93 (including fees) Aug. 23 at the Kaseya Center in Miami, FL $87 (including fees) Oct. 4 at the SSE Arena in Belfast, GB $265 (including fees) Oct. 5 at the SSE Arena in Belfast, GB $193 (including fees) Oct. 7 at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow, GB $131 (including fees) Oct. 8 at the AO Arena in Manchester, GB $113 (including fees) Oct. 10 at the Utilita Arena in Sheffield, GB $263 (including fees) Oct. 11 at the Utilita Arena in Birmingham, GB $321 (including fees) Oct. 13 at the O2 Arena in London, GB $130 (including fees) Oct. 14 at the O2 Arena in London, GB $181 (including fees) Oct. 17 at the ZAG Arena in Hanover, DE $165 (including fees) Oct. 21 at the Uber Arena in Berlin, DE $400 (including fees) Oct. 23 at the Lanxess Arena in Cologne, DE $455 (including fees) Oct. 31 at the Kleine Olympiahalle in Munchen, DE $398 (including fees) Nov. 9 at Palau Saint Jordi in Barcelona, ES $207 (including fees) Nov. 11 at the Movistar Arena in Madrid, ES $354 (including fees) (Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and, if it isn't noted, will include additional fees at checkout.) Advertisement Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand. They offer a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and your tickets will be delivered prior to the event. Still curious about Vivid Seats? You can find an article from their team about why the company is legit here. Katy Perry set list On Aug. 3, Perry headlined at Detroit's Little Caesars Arena. According to Set List FM, here's what songs she performed that evening: 'ARTIFICIAL 01.) 'ARTIFICIAL' 02.) 'Chained to the Rhythm' 03.) 'Teary Eyes' 04.) 'Dark Horse' WOMAN'S WORLD 05.) 'WOMAN'S WORLD' 06.) 'California Gurls' 07.) 'Teenage Dream' 08.) 'Hot n Cold' 09.) 'Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)' 10.) 'I Kissed a Girl' NIRVANA 11.) 'NIRVANA' 12.) 'CRUSH' 13.) 'I'M HIS, HE'S MINE' 14.) 'Wide Awake' CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE 15.) 'Swish Swish' 16.) 'Pearl' 17.) 'The One That Got Away' 18.) 'ALL THE LOVE' MAINFRAME 19.) 'E.T.' 20.) 'Part of Me' 21.) 'Rise' END GAME 22.) 'Roar' 23.) 'Daisies' 24.) 'LIFETIMES' 25.) 'Firework' Rebecca Black The 'Friday' songstress has branched out after finding ironic success with her tune that celebrated 'getting down' on the day in between Thursday and Saturday. These days, she's a queer pop icon delivering jittery dance floor-ready jams like 'Sugar Water Cyanide' and 'TRUST!' both of which will have you bopping along in no time. Want to sample her sound? Advertisement Click here to listen to Black's complete, adventurous back catalog. Katy Perry new music On Sept. 20, 2024, Perry released her seventh studio album '143.' The 11-track record is a glossy dance party that's designed to get listeners on their feet and largely succeeds. For our money, this is big, bold pop in a shiny package at its very best. Earworms here include the Crystal Waters-sampling 'I'm His, He's Mine' (featuring Doechii), pulsing 'Crush' and replay-worthy 'Lifetimes.' Advertisement If you'd like to hear for yourself, you can find '143' here. Huge stars on tour in 2025 Perry isn't the only star 'Roaring' in 2025. For a closer look at who else is out and about, here are just five iconic artists you won't want to miss live these next few months. • Lady Gaga Advertisement • Sabrina Carpenter • Tate McRae • Dua Lipa • Stevie Nicks Advertisement Who else is pounding the pavement? Check out our list of the biggest artists on tour in 2025 to find the show for you. This article was written by Matt Levy, New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed a Bruce Springsteen concert and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change
