Kanye West Postpones Show in France After Facing Potential Ban: ‘My Sole Decision’
French officials publicly announced plans to block the artist amid ongoing backlash to his past antisemitic comments
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Duo arrested at Malaysia petrol station after filling modified tank with subsidised diesel
The total value of diesel confiscated from them was worth about RM22,745 (S$7,320).
JB traders anxious about plastic bag price hikes caused by rising fuel cost
Naphtha, a petroleum-derived chemical, is used in the production of plastic and vinyl products.
Bali tightens security after violent crimes linked to international groups
Bali has also seen the arrest of several international fugitives.
A shipment of Austrian timber and its tortuous new route to Qatar
By Andrew Mills, Nazih Osseiran and Sarah El Safty DOHA, April 15 (Reuters) - Until the Iran war, shipments of Austrian spruce timber to Qatar, where the wood is used to support concrete and make basic frames on construction sites, werea matter of routine. The standard 2x4, as
Stocks rally, oil extends losses as Trump fans fresh peace hopes
Comments from US President Donald Trump provided a fresh boost to equities, which were already rising on optimism that the six-week conflict in the Middle East could be close to an end.
China calls US claims of military pressure on Taiwan a ‘distortion’
Beijing urged Washington to act with great caution, and handle Taiwan-related matters carefully and prudently.
Xi meets Vietnam’s To Lam in Beijing: Chinese state media
It is Lam’s first foreign trip since the Communist Party leader was elected as president last week.
Malaysia’s fuel subsidy bill to swell to $2.26 billion in April due to Iran war
It is roughly 10 times more than before the Iran war.
Miller on Swalwell: Dems have ‘blackmail files’ for when it suits them
White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller on Tuesday claimed that Democrats keep "blackmail files" for when it suits them, following a push to oust Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) from his seat due to allegations of sexual misconduct and sexual assault. "The real story
Kanye West Postpones Marseille Concert After France Considers Banning Him From Entry
Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, took to X on Tuesday night to announce that he has postponed his upcoming concert in Marseille, after the office of French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez confirmed it was exploring paths to ban him from performing in France’s oldest
Watch: Vance heckled as he chides Pope
The US Vice-President was speaking at a Turning Point USA event, where he said Pope Leo should "be careful when he talks about matters of theology."
Trump hints Iran talks could resume this week as US port blockade continues
The United Nations' secretary general said it was "highly probable" that the negotiations would restart.
Vedanta plant blast in India’s Chhattisgarh kills 14, injures 20
The blast was likely caused by overheating in the boiler tube, local police said.
Vedanta plant blast in India's Chhattisgarh kills 14, injures 20
April 15 - At least 14 people lost their lives and 20 others were injured following a boiler explosion at a power plant operated by India's Vedanta Ltd in the central Indian state of Chhattisgarh, local police confirmed on Wednesday.
Bradley Cooper Confirmed to Write, Direct and Star in Margot Robbie’s ‘Ocean’s’ Prequel
Warner Bros. also revealed a slew of released dates on projects such as an untitled Baz Luhrmann feature and Zach Cregger's 'The Flood' as part of its CinemaCon presentation.
Canada, UK, Australia and Japan call for 'urgent end to hostilities in Lebanon'
WASHINGTON, April 14 - Canada, the UK, Australia, Japan and six other countries condemned the killings of UN peacekeepers in Lebanon on Tuesday while calling \"for an urgent end to hostilities\" in the country where Israeli attacks have killed over 2,000 people since March.
Google promotes 'teacher approved' apps for kids. Here's what parents should know
As school holidays continue around Australia, many parents are looking for educational ways to keep their children entertained.
‘Ocean’s’ Prequel Sets 2027 Release as ‘Weapons’ Spinoff ‘Gladys,’ ‘Final Destination 7’ and More Added to Warner Bros. Calendar in 2028
Warner Bros. added a slew of titles to its release calendar in 2027 and beyond, including a “Weapons” prequel about Aunt Gladys and the Margot Robbie-led “Ocean’s” prequel. New additions to the schedule are “The Revenge of La Llorona” (April 9, 2027), “Ocean’s” prequel (June
Britain's Prince Harry speaks of struggles of fatherhood on Australia tour
SYDNEY, April 15 - Britain's Prince Harry spoke on Wednesday of the struggles of early fatherhood, as he visited a Melbourne football club on the second day of his tour of Australia with wife Meghan, Duchess of Sussex.
‘Game of Thrones’ Movie Officially Titled ‘Aegon’s Conquest’
The “Game of Thrones” movie now has a working title, “Game of Thrones: Aegon’s Conquest.” The new name was announced as part of Warner Bros.’ CinemaCon presentation in Las Vegas on Tuesday night. It’s possible that the title will change in the coming months — or years. The
Fuller sworn in to replace Greene
Rep. Clay Fuller (R-Ga.) was sworn into office on Tuesday after winning a special election to replace former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.). Fuller will serve out the remaining months of Greene's term -- helping Republicans maintain their razor-thin majority in the House
Thai embassy in Tehran urges Thais to prepare for evacuation
The embassy warned that once the ceasefire ends, there's a very high possibility a new round of attacks could break out.
Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya Face Off as ‘Dune: Part Three’ Debuts Explosive First 7 Minutes
Jason Momoa and filmmaker Denis Villeneuve were also on hand to introduce the opening from the epic sequel.
Kacey Musgraves Heads to the Desert for Coachella Weekend 2
The country star was added as a surprise performer on Saturday
GOP leaders struggle to keep $75B immigration plan narrow
Hoping to move ahead next week on their party-line package, senior Republicans are still hearing from GOP lawmakers insisting the bill needs to be broader.
‘Dune 3’ Wows CinemaCon With 7-Minute Opening Scene Featuring Brutal Battle as Timothée Chalamet Dominates the Galaxy
Heavy is the head that wears the crown. Timothée Chalamet’s Paul Atreides may be firmly ensconced as the Padishah Emperor, but as thrilling new footage from “Dune: Part Three” that Warner Bros. and Legendary released at CinemaCon on Tuesday makes clear, ruling the galaxy comes
‘Weapons’ Filmmaker Zach Cregger Going Sci-Fi With ‘The Flood’ for New Line
He will team with Steven Spielberg's Amblin on the original project, which he will write and direct.
Mercedes-Benz recalls over 24K vehicles due to defect that could cause sudden failure
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 24,092 vehicles released between 2018 and 2020 due to an issue with the drive shaft universal joint, which could break, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
In its 50th boat strike, US military kills 4 ‘narco-terrorists’ in Eastern Pacific
The U.S. military conducted its 50th lethal strike against an alleged drug-trafficking boat on Tuesday, killing four “narco-terrorists” in the Eastern Pacific. The vessel was operated by a designated terrorist organization, transiting along “known narco-trafficking routes” and
South Korea says Israel accepts explanation, dispute over President Lee's comments resolved
SEOUL, April 15 (Reuters) - South Korea's Foreign Minister Cho Hyun said on Wednesday a high-level Israeli offical said it accepted Seoul's explanation of President Lee Jae Myung's social media remarks on the Holocaust and that the situation had been resolved. Lee sparked a
Following in the footsteps of Jane Goodall: A wildlife pathologist's story
When she was a kid in the 1970s, Karen Terio wasn't allowed to watch much television, but wildlife specials were permitted. That was how she learned about the work of Jane Goodall, who was studying the behavior of wild chimpanzees in Gombe National Park, on the western edge of
‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Shocker: [SPOILER] on That Death, Kingpin’s Breaking Point and How Season 2 Moves Forward
SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for Season 2, Episode 5 of “Daredevil: Born Again,” now streaming on Disney+. The linchpin holding together Wilson Fisk’s sanity is dead. The fifth episode of “Daredevil: Born Again,” aptly titled “The Grand Design,” crescendos to
Kacey Musgraves Parodies Trump’s AI Jesus Post, Joins Coachella Weekend 2 Lineup
Last month Kacey Musgraves did a surprise Brooks & Dunn tribute set at a Nashville bar, and now she's been announced as a surprise performer for Coachella this weekend. Meanwhile she's also parodying Trump's AI Jesus post. The post Kacey Musgraves Parodies Trump’s AI Jesus
Malaysia rolls out work-from-home policy, affecting up to 200,000 public servants
Approval for WFH arrangements will be at the discretion of individual department heads.
J.J. Abrams Unveils ‘The Great Beyond’ at CinemaCon; Glen Powell and Jenna Ortega Travel to Alternate Universe With ‘Extensive World Building’
J.J. Abrams is ready to come out of hiding and launch into “The Great Beyond.” The filmmaker, fresh off a shocking downsizing of his mini-studio Bad Robot, unveiled a first look at CinemaCon of the new action project he’s directing, starring Glen Powell and Jenna Ortega. Plot
J.J. Abrams Debuts Mysterious ‘The Great Beyond’ Trailer With Glen Powell, Jenna Ortega
"I wanted it to be big," the filmmaker told the CinemaCon crowd about his first directorial effort since 2019's 'The Rise of Skywalker.'
‘Practical Magic 2’ Trailer Brings Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock Back to CinemaCon for Sisterly Shenanigans
“Why do we come here, Nicole?” Sandra Bullock asked a screaming crowd at CinemaCon on Tuesday, staring at Nicole Kidman. “We come to this place for magic,” Kidman smiled, as the audience of movie theater owners went wild for the star’s signature line from her AMC Theatres
Kacey Musgraves Announced as Surprise Performer for Coachella Weekend Two
Kacey Musgraves has unexpectedly joined the lineup for the second weekend of Coachella, returning to the desert for her first Coachella performance since 2019. The country star was slyly announced with the release of the weekend two schedule. She is slated to perform from
Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman Pass Down Powers to Next Generation in First Look at ‘Practical Magic 2’
"We come to this place for magic!" Kidman declared with a wink, as the two stars promoted the sequel at CinemaCon.
Mike Johnson faces FISA mayhem
The Rules Committee recessed amid an internal GOP clash on the spy powers reauthorization.
‘Supergirl’ CinemaCon Footage: Milly Alcock Learned 5 Alien Languages, Trained an Hour Each Day to Play Kara Zor-El
DC’s “Supergirl” made a heroic stop at CinemaCon in Las Vegas, where the annual convention for movie theater owners is currently taking place. “House of the Dragon” actor Milly Alcock stars in “Supergirl” as Kara Zor-El, aka the Girl of Steel. And in new footage that DC debuted
Lord of the Rings stars Ian McKellen, Elijah Wood return for Hunt for Gollum
Frodo and Gandalf will return in the Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum in 2027, Warner Bros. Pictures confirmed at CinemaCon 2026.
Iran war promises green edge for Asia as plastic packaging runs short
By Minwoo Park, Kaori Kaneko and John Geddie SEOUL/TOKYO, April 15 (Reuters) - An 'eco-friendly' range of paper tubes and pouches touted by Yonwoo, a South Korean maker of packaging for cosmetics, has reaped unexpected benefit from the Iran war, which has disrupted supplies of
‘Supergirl’ Star Jason Momoa Imagines Lobo Meeting Aquaman as DC Reveals Extended Footage
At CinemaCon, Milly Alcock and DC Studios boss Peter Safran teased the Warner Bros. film that launches this summer.
250 missing after migrant boat sinks in Indian Ocean
The trawler "reportedly sank due to heavy winds, rough seas and overcrowding", the United Nations said.
‘Mormon Wives’ Star Taylor Frankie Paul Will Not Face Charges After Domestic Violence Allegations
Utah police opened separate probes into alleged altercations between Paul and her ex-partner Dakota Mortensen
Japanese Breakfast Earns First Gold Record
In 2021, Michelle Zauner released the third Japanese Breakfast LP, Jubilee , and practically catapulted into fame. She went on The Tonight Show , played SNL , threw a first pitch at a Mets game , and was nominated for Grammys . Now, five years later, she earned her first gold
