Entertainment from Friday, May 8th, 2026

Blake Lively seeks fees as dispute with Justin Baldoni continues

Blake Lively, who recently settled her lawsuit against Justin Baldoni's production company, is still seeking damages from the actor and director tied to their 2024 movie "It Ends With Us," Lively's lawyers said on Thursday.
Shakira unveils official World Cup song 'Dai Dai'

Colombian singer Shakira has unveiled the official song for the 2026 World Cup, "Dai Dai", on Thursday.

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UAE air defences intercept 2 ballistic missiles, 3 drones on Friday
The UAE's air defence systems engaged 2 ballistic missiles and three unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) on Friday, May 8.
UAE President holds talks with Austrian Chancellor in Abu Dhabi
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has looked at strengthening ties in key sectors like AI and renewable energy with Austria during talks with Chancellor Christian Stocker in Abu Dhabi.
Abu Dhabi to ban delivery riders on some key roads
Authorities in Abu Dhabi have banned delivery riders from accessing roads with speed limits of 120kph or higher, and on a stretch of Sheikh Zayed Street from May 15.