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LYFE FRIDAY | MAY 15, 2026

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Katy Perry among stars confirmed for Los Angeles opening ceremony FIFA has confirmed some of the stars who will perform at the World Cup opening ceremonies next month, reported PA Media/dpa. With the tournament held across three countries, Canada, Mexico and the US will each host a ceremony ahead of their opening game. The tournament starts with Mexico v South Africa on June 11, with Canada facing Bosnia and US starting their campaign against Paraguay the following day. Katy Perry, Future and Tyla will be among the headliners in Los Angeles, with Alanis Morissette and Michael Buble performing in Toronto earlier on June 12. Alejandro Fernandez, Belinda and Danny Ocean will all perform during the Mexico City ceremony. “The Fifa World Cup is a moment the world shares and that begins with how we open it. Starting with Mexico City and continuing the next day with Toronto and Los Angeles, these ceremonies will bring together music, culture and football in a way that reflects the individuality of each nation and the unity that defines this tournament. It is a powerful way to begin a truly global celebration,”said Fifa president Gianni Infantino. – Bernama

Shakira performs during a free concert at Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. – REUTERSPIC

Pop star Shakira posts taster of World Cup song

C OLOMBIAN singer Shakira recently offered a taste of the official song for the 2026 football World Cup in a short Instagram video, o Short Instagram video shows artiste singing at Brazil’s Maracana stadium

World football’s governing body Fifa also shared the singer’s Instagram post. Shakira previously contributed the official World Cup song for the 2010 tournament in South Africa with Waka Waka . The men’s World Cup will be held in June and July in the US, Canada and Mexico. Recently, the pop star gave a free concert at Copacabana in Rio de Janeiro in front of an estimated 2 million visitors. – Bernama

German Press Agency (dpa) reported. At the start of the song Dai Dai , Shakira walks across the pitch at the iconic Maracana stadium in Rio de Janeiro with the official World Cup ball Trionda tucked under her arm. She then sings part of the song alongside dancers. At the end, the camera pulls out of the stadium and the words “We are ready” can be seen on the roof. The full song by Shakira and Nigerian musician Burna Boy was released last week.

Perry is set to perform at the World Cup opening ceremony in Los Angeles. – AFPPIC

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Discover Borneo 2026 Date: Until May 17 Time: 10am–10pm Venue: Centre Court, The Curve The Curve presents Discover Borneo 2026 in conjunction with Hari Gawai, bringing Sabah and Sarawak culture to Petaling Jaya through food, crafts, performances and family activities. The festival features a Heritage Bazaar with dishes such as kolok mee , Sarawak laksa , kek lapis and gula apong ice cream, alongside pua kumbu textiles, rattan weaving, beadwork, cultural performances, workshops, a kids colouring contest and travel booths for Sabah and Sarawak packages.

Ur-Mu: The Genesis Collection Date: Until May 17 Time: 11am–7pm Venue: Ur-Mu, Kuala Lumpur Entry fee: Up to RM20 Ur-Mu presents The Genesis Collection , an exhibition featuring 38 contemporary artworks from the museum founder’s collection. The showcase brings together works by 16 artists across new media art, painting, sculpture and ceramic sculpture. Admission is RM20 for adults, free for children aged 12 and below accompanied by an adult and full-time students with ID, while seniors aged 60 and above and visitors with disabilities pay RM10.

The Incredible Voyage of Alasdair Malloy Date: May 23 Time: 2.30pm Venue: Dewan Filharmonik Petronas, KLCC Entry fee: RM99–RM349 The Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra presents a family-themed concert with presenter Alasdair Malloy and conductor Jebat Arjuna Kee. The one hour programme takes audiences on a musical journey from Scotland to Kuala Lumpur, featuring works linked to transport and adventure alongside excerpts from Star Wars, Aladdin, Harry Potter and Moana .

Cinema Pairing: Japan × Malaysia Date: Until May 17 Time: 8.30pm (May 15), 1pm (May 16–17) Venue: GSC Mid Valley Megamall Entry fee: RM15–RM30 The Japan Foundation and GSC International Screens present a film screening programme featuring Japanese and Malaysian films. The programme includes Small, Slow But Steady, Tokyo Story, The Story of Southern Islet, Welcome Back, Mr. McDonald and Mencari Rahmat , alongside sharing sessions by Malaysian filmmakers Chong Keat Aun and Al Jafree Md Yusop.

Untitled Date: May 16–June 7 Time: 11am–8pm Venue: GMBB, Kuala Lumpur Entry fee: RM5

Untitled is a large-scale group exhibition featuring more than 120 artists and over 300 artworks across disciplines. Presented in collaboration with GMBB and supported by Yayasan Hasanah, the exhibition displays works without artist names or titles, encouraging visitors to respond directly to the art while supporting artists through handwritten RM2 donation “gift letters” and an interactive Bingo system.