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FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Bono | History Defined

“Larry started playing that beat, while Edge was playing something else entirely. Bono said, ‘Whatever you’re doing, don’t stop!’ So we kept playing and he improvised that melody”: How a spontaneous studio jam sparked an unexpected moment of U2 magic

Adam Clayton reveals the story behind one of U2’s defining bass-driven riffs – and how he evolved as a player

Guitar World

“I’m still disappointed when people hear the chorus line as ‘got to’ rather than ‘get to’”: How One rescued Achtung Baby and saved U2

Track was written in just 15 minutes

MusicRadar

"This song is not a rebel song." The story behind U2's emotional, controversial, and often misunderstood, protest anthem Sunday Bloody Sunday

How rage, despair and a desire for peace fuelled a U2 classic

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The story of the day Bono and Jimmy Buffett went out for chicken and were almost killed by Jamaican police. "It was absolutely terrifying, and I honestly thought we were all going to die"

Bono joins Jimmy Buffett on a flight to buy jerk chicken. What's the worst that can happen?

Louder

Dublin bids farewell to singer-songwriter Glen Hansard

Hundreds gather in Dublin to honour Glen Hansard as musicians, actors and fans pay tribute during the singer-songwriter's funeral service

Euronews

Bono leads mourners at Glen Hansard’s funeral

Family, friends and leading figures from music, film and politics gathered in Dublin to celebrate the life of Glen Hansard, whose funeral followed an outpouring of public grief after his death in a motorcycle crash.

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Bono and Eddie Vedder join stars for funeral of ‘true Dub’ Glen Hansard

Hundreds attended the funeral at St Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin

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Barack Obama remembers ‘great musician’ Glen Hansard after death aged 56

The Irish musician died in a motorbike crash on Wednesday.

Evening Standard

Barack Obama leads tributes for ‘great musician’ Glen Hansard after untimely death at 56

The Irish musician died in a motorbike crash on Wednesday

The Independent UK

"For me, he will always be everywhere I see a coin spinning into an open guitar case": Bono, Bob Geldof, Bruce Springsteen, Billie Eilish and Finneas mourn Glen Hansard as tributes continue to pour in

The singer-songwriter was killed in a motorcycle accident on Wednesday

MusicRadar

"A songwriter and singer and musician and performer of great depth, understanding, compassion, daring and bravado." Bono, Bruce Springsteen, Bob Geldof and more pay tribute to Glen Hansard

The world of music pays tribute to Glen Hansard, Irish singer-songwriter, actor and leader of The Frames

Louder

“Bono said, Everyone is blowing smoke up our arse, will you come watch a few shows and help us make it better?" Bono's best friend Gavin Friday on how he became U2’s Creative Director

The former Virgin Prune and solo artist has been U2’s official Tell It Like It Is Correspondent since the mid-80s

Louder

France v Morocco highlights: Favourites seal World Cup semi-final spot with win against Morocco

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The Independent UK

Why Morocco is listed as ‘MAR’ at the World Cup

Morocco took on two-time world champions France in the World Cup quarter-finals on Thursday in Boston. Some football fans noticed that Morocco was listed as ‘MAR’ rather than ‘MOR’ on the scoreboard, which has been the case throughout the tournament. The reason behind this is that Morocco in French is…

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Morocco goalkeeper Bono’s amazing World Cup penalty-saving record after denying Kylian Mbappe

Morocco goalkeeper Bono saved France captain Kylian Mbappe’s first-half penalty in their World Cup quarter-final clash on Thursday. Mbappe had won the penalty after being fouled by Manchester United’s Noussair Mazraoui but was made to wait around three minutes to take the spot-kick. When he eventually stepped up, his effort…

MusicRadar

"Great to see Larry behind the kit": U2 release single 'Street of Dreams' ahead of first new album in nine years

The track was accompanied by a rousing video shot in Mexico City

The Independent UK

U2 set to release first studio album of new songs in nine years

U2 released a new single on Tuesday ahead of their first studio album of new songs in almost a decade

Evening Standard

U2 to release first studio album of new songs in nine years with new single

The Bono-led group will release the as-yet untitled new album later this year.

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U2 share video for Street Of Dreams, the lead single from their upcoming 15th studio album

Watch Irish rock superstars busk on a Mexico City balcony

Motorsport

Jenson Button names key figure behind Kimi Antonelli's stunning Mercedes form

Jenson Button has credited Peter Bonnington’s calming influence as a key factor behind Kimi Antonelli’s impressive performance

The Economic Times

Canada vs Morocco FIFA World Cup 2026: Match time in India, live streaming and team details

Canada vs Morocco FIFA World Cup 2026 predicted lineup: Canada faces Morocco in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16, aiming for a historic quarterfinal berth. The co-hosts, buoyed by home support, seek an upset against a favored Moroccan side that has impressed throughout the tournament. Fans in India…

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How did Bono help Penelope Cruz get over her fear of driving?

Penelope Cruz is finally “thinking about” getting her driver's licence at the age of 52, thanks to a gift from U2's Bono.

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Penelope Cruz will learn to drive after being given car by celebrity pal

Hollywood actress Penelope Cruz has promised she will finally learn to drive at the age of 52 after being given car by U2 star Bono.

France 24

Obama opens Chicago presidential center, urges Americans to defend democracy

Former US president Barack Obama opened his presidential center in Chicago on Thursday, calling for the defense of democracy in a star-studded event attended by three former presidents. “I hope this center will serve as an affirmation of how precious our democracy truly is,” Obama said, as Stevie Wonder closed…

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Bono Pays Tribute to Michelle Obama With Surprise 'City of Blinding Lights' Lyric Change After Slur Controversy

Bono delivered a personalised rendition of 'City of Blinding Lights' to honour Michelle Obama at the Obama Presidential Center, amidst controversy from a conspiracy theory about the former First Lady.

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