Tom Waits’ First New Music in 15 Years Is a Chilling, Macabre Protest Song
"Boots on the Ground," recorded with Massive Attack, targets "federal pricks ... sittin' in a room full of army posters"
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Europe has 'maybe 6 weeks of jet fuel left', energy boss warns
Flights could soon be cancelled if supplies from the Gulf remain blocked, says the International Energy Agency.
Mother Mary Is A Mystical Mess With Some Unforgettable Moments
I'm about to describe my favorite scene in Mother Mary, the new David Lowery arthouse character-piece in which Anne Hathaway plays the titular pop star. It's not exactly a spoiler. The scene in question happens half an hour into Mother Mary . It's not too deeply woven into the
US senators reassure Taiwan on weapons approvals in coming weeks
WASHINGTON, April 16 - The United States will likely approve pending weapons sales to Taiwan in coming weeks, a bipartisan group of senators assured Taiwanese lawmakers in a letter, urging Taipei to hasten its stalled defense spending in the face of pressure from China.
IMF warns of Asia’s vulnerability to war-induced energy shock
Asia’s huge reliance on Middle East fuel will keep the region exposed to war’s fallout.
Street Fighter 6’s Long-Awaited Incest Nerf Is Here And Does Basically Nothing
Capcom is trying to make Alex’s backstory more vague so you forget he married his cousin sister
Explainer-Iran war exposes weakened state of Britain's armed forces
By Sarah Young and Andrew MacAskill LONDON, April 16 (Reuters) - The Iran war has left Britain's armed forces exposed, heaping pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer to act on his promises to invest in defence, after years of warnings from military bosses about the UK's
Lee Cronin's The Mummy makes a name for itself as the gnarliest mummy movie
The Evil Dead Rise director skips action-adventure in this hard-R interpretation of the mummy mythology, taking the monster back to its horror roots.
The Great American GLP-1 Experiment . In the last few...
The Great American GLP-1 Experiment . In the last few years, people have come up with all sorts of off-label uses for GLP-1s, including treating concussions, menopause, long Covid, IBS, drug addiction, anxiety, hair loss, and arthritis.
Housing for all: Can WUF13 solve the billion-person crisis?
Housing for all remains a central global challenge, with discussions focusing on inclusive policies, affordability and sustainable urban development.
Netflix brings a new twist to Willy Wonka with Charlie vs. the Chocolate Factory
Roald Dahl fans know there have been many reimaginings of his best work, but none have quite been like Netflix's Charlie vs. the Chocolate Factory.
Puerto Rico’s rainforest center reborn: in pictures
After two devastating hurricanes, El Yunque national forest has built a new visitors center that hosts a vibrant arts festival Continue reading...
‘Lee Cronin’s The Mummy’ Review: Long, Lavishly Gory Horror Ride Is Loud Enough to Wake the Undead
It takes some confidence to claim an authorial credit in the very title of only your third feature — even Lee Daniels waited until his fourth — but Lee Cronin has never wanted for that. In his A24-backed debut “The Hole in the Ground,” the Irish director upcycled hoary
Taika Waititi, Kit Connor Lead Voice Cast of Netflix’s ‘Charlie vs. the Chocolate Factory’ Animated Feature From Sony
Three years after “Wonka” told the origin story of Roald Dahl’s famed chocolatier, Netflix is now turning the clock forward beyond the books with a new animated feature. “Charlie vs. The Chocolate Factory” — reuniting Netflix with Sony Pictures Imageworks, the Oscar-winning
Paramount’s New Sales Chief Wants to Break Barriers Between Streaming, Stand-Alone TV
Prep time is over for Jay Askinasi. Paramount Skydance’s newly-installed chief revenue officer takes his role into the public sphere this week as the media conglomerate starts a series of “upfront” meetings with various agencies and advertisers. Most of Paramount’s rivals wait
New York’s Bryant Park Announces 2026 Free Summer Concert Schedule
New York’s Bryant Park has announced the 2026 schedule for its summer Picnic Performances, presented by Bank of America — a free outdoor performing arts festival in the heart of Midtown. The festival returns May 28 and includes an American opera showcase with New York City
China’s economy beats forecasts to grow 5 per cent in first quarter of 2026
The effects of the Iran war – which is clouding the global outlook – are still uncertain.
US blockade of Iranian ports to last 'as long as it takes,' Defence Secretary Hegseth says
The US naval blockade of Iran’s ports came into effect on Monday, with President Donald Trump warning that any attack ships would be “eliminated” if they attempted to break it.
Colombian Supernatural Action Thriller ‘The Awakening’ Sold by Latido to Multiple Major Territories (EXCLUSIVE)
Madrid-based Latido Films has closed on a slew of territories for Colombian supernatural thriller “The Awakening” (“El Despertar”), which world premieres at the Guadalajara Film Festival (FICG), with the U.S. going to Well Go, South Korea to Mediasoft and Poland to 9th Plan.
Ubisoft Settles With Developers Who Were Laid Off After Unionizing
The Assassin's Creed maker is currently making cuts across the company
The Mediapro Studio’s Cimarrón Takes Command of Latin America
Cimarrón, part of international film-TV giant The Mediapro Studio since 2023, is taking charge of the studio’s Latin American operations. The news coincides with the launch of its offices in Brazil. Frequent collaborator Andrés Gelós joins as creative producer while Catalina
New York Fed President Williams worries war will slow growth, aggravate inflation
Williams noted that the conflict has "intensified the uncertainty" around national and local conditions.
Pope criticises 'tyrants' who spend billions on wars, days after Trump spat
The comments follow a high-profile spat with US President Donald Trump, who called the Pope weak on crime.
Japan to release 50 million medical gloves to ease supply crunch
The emergency supply will be released from May amid severe shortages of oil-related products.
Average 2026 tax refunds up, but well below Trump’s expectations
Tax refunds for 2026 may be higher, but they are falling well below President Trump's expectations after his "One Big Beautiful Bill" was signed into law last year, ensuring new tax breaks for Americans. The average check going to Americans is up 11 percent, at $3,462, from
US forces ready to restart combat if Iran doesn't agree a deal, says Hegseth
WASHINGTON, April 16 (Reuters) - U.S. forces in the Middle East are postured to restart combat operations if Iran doesn't agree to a peace deal, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told a Pentagon briefing on Thursday. "You Iran, can choose a prosperous future, a golden bridge, and
Settlers block Palestinian pupils' path to West Bank school with barbed wire
By Nuha Sharaf and Yosri Al-Jamal JERUSALEM, April 16 (Reuters) - Dozens of Palestinian children have been unable to go to school in the Israeli-occupied West Bank this week because of barbed wire erected by Jewish settlers across the path they normally use. Dozens of children
How the US could clear mines from the Strait of Hormuz
By Cassell Bryan-Low April 16 (Reuters) - As the United States embarks on clearing mines from the Strait of Hormuz, it could draw on an arsenal of drones, explosive‑laden robots and helicopters to reduce risks, though de‑mining crews could still be vulnerable to Iranian
Europe has six weeks of jet fuel left caused by 'dire strait' crisis, IEA chief warns
Last week, the Airports Council International Europe wrote to the European Commission, saying jet fuel shortages could begin at the start of May if tankers do not start passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
EU to slash power bills by cutting taxes and grid costs
The Commission's draft proposal to change energy taxation risks being politically sensitive as several EU countries have limited fiscal space. Environmental groups urge Brussels to propose a windfall profit tax to help EU capitals deal with soaring energy prices.
Jenny On Holiday – “Androgynous” (The Replacements Cover)
When you think about the Replacements, the word “empathy” might not come to mind. That band operated as a whirlwind of chaos, blowing into town and leaving wreckage in their wake. It was their whole deal. But when you listen to their 1984 song “Androgynous” even today, the
