Cher receives 2018 Kennedy Center Honors (video) December 28, 2018 - 10:39 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Cher was at a loss for words after Adam Lambert’s performance of her 1998 Hot 100 chart topper “Believe” at the 2018 Kennedy Center Honors, Billboard reports. In recognition of the over-the-top diva, Lambert turned the iconic dance club staple into a soulful ballad. “Tried 2 write Feelings About Adam Lambert Singing Believe In Words,but Cant seem 2.When Your senses are Overwhelmed All Can you feel with your [heart emoji],” Cher tweeted following the telecast. The ceremony took place earlier in the month, but was broadcast Wednesday night (Dec. 28) on CBS. Reba McEntire, composer Philip Glass, jazz sax player Wayne Shorter and Broadway’s Hamilton were also honored at the ceremony. 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. |