New York, Sept 19, 2026 (AFP) - Ed Sheeran returns to stage after Palestinian controversy

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2026-09-19

Protesters and police were expected to greet concertgoers in Philadelphia on Saturday for pop superstar Ed Sheeran's first show since he became embroiled in controversy set off by his opening act's pro-Palestinian comments. Rapper Macklemore was booted from Sheeran's US Loop Tour on Monday after the owners of stadiums hosting upcoming shows objected to his shouting "Free Palestine" onstage in New Jersey earlier this month. Sheeran has denied bein......

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