Woman who died after rope-jumping instructors failed to attach cord buried in Brazil
Three men have been arrested after instructors failed to attach a rope to her before helping her jump from a bridge.
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Taiwan Scores Four Official Selections at Annecy 2026 as TAICCA Brings Packed Slate to MIFA
Taiwan’s presence at the 2026 Annecy International Animation Film Festival and its accompanying MIFA market spans four official competition selections alongside more than 20 additional projects in pitch sessions, showcases, and the Taiwan Pavilion, with support from the Taiwan
South African TV star arrested after allegedly kidnapping man in girlfriend dispute
Molemo "Jub Jub" Maarohanye is accused of trapping a taxi driver in a car and firing a gun in the man's direction.
Shanghai Film Festival’s SIFF YOUNG Incubator Names Nine Filmmakers for 2026
SIFF YOUNG, the filmmaker discovery-and-incubation program backed by the Shanghai Film Bureau, has unveiled its class of 2026 – nine talents selected from 59 applicants spanning directing, producing and screenwriting. The five directors named are Bai Xue, Su Biao, Teng
China says growing its military helps world peace
China said it was committed to “a path of peaceful development”.
Turkey's foreign minister to visit Moscow for talks on Ukraine, Black Sea
ANKARA, June 15 - Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will repeat Turkey's offer to host talks between Russia and Ukraine on a visit to Moscow this week at which he will also discuss Black Sea shipping safety and the South Caucasus, a diplomatic source said on Monday.
Israel expects new air defence orders from Europe due to Russia concerns
By Sabine Siebold BERLIN, June 15 (Reuters) - Israel expects more orders for air and missile defence systems from European countries soon, with at least one contract expected within weeks, a senior official at Israel's defence ministry said. Demand continues to soar as European
Factbox-What the US and Iran say they have agreed in the memorandum to end the war
LONDON, June 15 - This is what the U.S. and Iran, along with mediator Pakistan, have said about what is in the preliminary deal they have announced to end the war. HOW THE DEAL WILL BE PHASED AND WHAT HAPPENS WHEN: • Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said both sides had
When will social media ban start, and which apps will be affected?
The measures will see apps including TikTok and Snapchat blocked for UK teens early in 2027.
Why the Trump Administration Is Obsessed With Kilmar Ábrego García
Last month, a federal judge tossed the federal criminal case against Kilmar Ábrego G arc í a, the Maryland man who became nationally known last year after the Trump administration acknowledged having illegally deported him to the CECOT mega-prison in El Salvador along with a
Trump’s USDA Relocation Plan Could Upend Nutrition Programs
In the past year, the Trump administration has worked to dramatically reduce the federal workforce and—with the support of the Republican-led Congress—slash spending on the social safety net. A move by the Agriculture Department to reorganize the agency that oversees federal
Is Trump Selling Himself Back His D.C. Hotel?
You know already that President Donald Trump is on a rampage to build hideous oversized structures in Washington, D.C. (the Epstein Ballroom , the Arc de Trump ) and to deface existing structures using exorbitant no-bid contracts . We got some good news this past weekend when a
Hunter Biden’s Version of Sobriety Is Way Better Than Donald Trump’s
Hunter Biden is back, seven years drug-free, and spoiling for social media fights. He’s won kudos for his (only slightly creaky) clapbacks to his haters. “Hunter went from smoking crack to smoking MAGAs,” observed one fan last week. Last seen advising his father to defy common
Anthropic downplays security risks of ‘Mythos’ and ‘Fable’ AI models after ban — prompting scorn from White House officials
The company’s seemingly contradictory words and actions drew scorn from Trump officials who noted Anthropic has spent months stoking fears about potential AI doomsday scenarios.
2028 Democrats Litmus Test: Billionaires, I’m Coming After Your Money
Imagine you were buying a car, and the only thing you knew about it was the color. Not the horsepower, not the number of cylinders, not the options; none of that. Just the color. Obviously, you wouldn’t make such a purchase. You’d demand to know more, and quite rightly so.
China Eyes Dominance Over Global Cinema Tech Standards as LED Screens Gain Ground
Chinese technology companies and cinema exhibitors are positioning High Dynamic Range LED screens as both a remedy for a slowing local box office and a vehicle for challenging America’s long-standing grip on international cinema standards, according to a panel at the Shanghai
Philippines bets big on solar power, but remote communities risk being left behind
As Manila pushes ahead with large-scale renewable energy projects, many off-grid communities are still relying on small solar kits for basic electricity.
Israelis denounce Trump’s deal with Iran
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu did not issue an immediate statement, but other Israelis disparaged the peace deal and said Israel’s fight against Hezbollah in Lebanon would go on.
Australian PM demands answers after Pakistan police shoot dead girl while on holiday
Pakistani police said the nine-year-old was mistakenly shot as they pursued a group of armed robbers.
Climate change reshapes Spain's rockfall risk as frost weathering moves uphill
Climate change is altering where and when rocks are most likely to fracture across Spain, according to new research that suggests warming temperatures are redistributing a key process responsible for breaking down mountain landscapes.
UN human rights chief welcomes US-Iran deal, urges restraint in the region
By Olivia Le Poidevin GENEVA, June 15 (Reuters) - The United Nations' human rights chief on Monday welcomed the announcement of a peace deal between the United States and Iran, and urged for maximum restraint by all sides in the region. "I welcome the announcement that the
UAE urges full implementation of US-Iran deal, stresses freedom of navigation in Hormuz
DUBAI, June 15 (Reuters) - The United Arab Emirates called for full implementation of the U.S.-Iran preliminary deal to end their war, including an immediate halt to hostilities and ensuring freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, the foreign ministry said on
The US and Iran have agreed a deal. How soon could things go back to normal?
Experts warn the impact of the war will continue to affect the global economy for months to come.
ECAM Forum Wraps Third Edition With ‘Undefined Things II,’ ‘The Indies,’ ‘Snow Country’ Among Winners
Madrid’s ECAM Forum wrapped its third edition Thursday, June 11, with María Aparicio’s “Undefined Things II” (“Las cosas indefinidas II”) taking its Last Push Award and Pauline Julier and Nicolas Chapoulier’s “The Indies” (“Les Indes”) scoring a special jury mention, closing a
US and Iran reach deal to end war, reopen Hormuz
The United States and Iran announced a deal to end the Middle East war on all fronts and reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz, sparking relief Monday after months of deadly violence and global economic chaos. The US and mediator Pakistan said the agreement was to be signed on
Middle East war: peace deal reactions
The United States and Iran agreed to a peace deal and an end to military operations on all fronts, signalling the apparent end to more than three months of war in the Middle East. Here are reactions from across the globe: 'Critical', 'historic' UN Secretary-General Antonio
Juno Hong Brings Autobiographical Debut ‘Only the Moon Knows’ to Shanghai Project Market: ‘Loneliness Is a Universal Human Condition’
Chinese director Juno Hong has brought her debut feature “Only the Moon Knows” to the Shanghai International Film Festival’s SIFF Project, where it was selected as one of three international co-production projects presented at the market. The film centers on Cheng Jun, a
