U2's show in Stockholm cancelled over "security threat"September 21, 2015 - 18:00 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - U2's show in Stockholm was at the last minute yesterday (20 September) due to a "security threat", which local publications are reporting was an armed man, Gigwise reports. After a few people had been allowed into the venue, staff began refusing fans entry due to a "ticket problem", and those already inside were asked to leave. Security staff then reportedly began checking under seats. At around 10.30pm, the small crowd who were still waiting by the stage were informed that the show had been postponed. Local news site Expressen reported that police were looking for an armed man in his 20s. The band have since released a statement, though they remain vague about the exact nature of the incident: "As the breach has not been resolved quickly and as audience safety is paramount, the police have advised The Globen and Live Nation that they have no option but to postpone tonight’s show, to a rescheduled date of 22 Tuesday September." The band are set to play five night at London's O2 Arena next month. Top stories The creative crew of the Public TV had chosen 13-year-old Malena as a participant of this year's contest. She called on others to also suspend their accounts over the companies’ failure to tackle hate speech. Penderecki was known for his film scores, including for William Friedkin’s “The Exorcist”, Stanley Kubrick’s “The Shining”. The festival made the news public on March 19, saying that “several options are considered in order to preserve its running” Partner news | European Parliament to discuss repression in Azerbaijan The European Parliament will discuss repression of civil society in Azerbaijan on April 24 PACE wants concessions from Azerbaijan to accept Baku back A PACE co-rapporteur said that Azerbaijani authorities must make certain concessions so that the country can return to PACE. Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide. Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed. |