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First ‘Dogma 25’ Film, BDSM Love Story ‘Mr. Nawashi’ Starts Shoot, Gets Netflix Deal
Dogma 25, inspired by Lars von Trier and Thomas Vinterberg's Dogma 95 cinema movement, aims to make films without artistic interference, using found materials, and without the use of the internet.
WTF Is an “A-Corp”?
Hyperallergic wins a journalism award, hilarious new protest art against Trump, and should you start an Artist Corporation?
‘This Was Our Life’: A Reading List on Multigenerational Caregiving
Five stories on the overwhelming, profound art of caring for other people.
‘The Netflix Effect’: Streamer Claims It Has Contributed More Than $325 Billion to Global Economy in Last 10 Years, Launches Site Touting Impact
What’s good for Netflix is… good for the world? In January 2016, the streaming giant expanded its service to an additional 130 countries and territories, reaching more than 190 overnight. Now it’s touting the economic impact and cultural influence the company claims to have
Channel 4’s Anthony Boyle Drama ‘Close to Home’ Adds Michelle Fairley, Conor MacNeill and More (EXCLUSIVE)
“Game of Thrones” star Michelle Fairley and “Industry’s” Conor MacNeill have joined the cast of Channel 4’s upcoming Anthony Boyle drama “Close to Home.” Fairley will play Dearbhla while MacNeill plays Marty. They join “Masters of the Air” star Boyle as Sean alongside Jessica
Yeon Sang-ho’s ‘Colony’ Sells Wide Ahead of Cannes Midnight Premiere
Showbox has closed deals on “Colony,” Yeon Sang-ho’s virus-outbreak action thriller, across several territories as the film prepares for its Cannes Film Festival debut in the Midnight Screenings section, out of competition, on May 15. Buyers span the globe. Gaga Corporation
Zelenskyy's ex-chief of staff named as suspect in major corruption probe
Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s former chief of staff has been named as a suspect in a major corruption investigation by Ukraine’s anti-corruption bureau.
UK PM Keir Starmer says he will stay in office as junior minister quits government
Starmer told Cabinet ministers that he took responsibility for devastating losses in last week’s local elections across the UK but he would fight on.
David Rooney’s Must-See Cannes Movies
THR’s chief film critic highlights promising competition entries from some of world cinema’s most highly regarded directors.
Thai anger at misbehaving foreigners triggers visa rules review
Possible measures include reducing the 60-day visa-free stay for tourists to 30 days.
Seoul court extends ex-minister’s prison sentence in martial law case
The appeals courts on May 12 ruled that the original term of seven years was too lenient.
Spain and WHO declare hantavirus cruise evacuation 'a success'
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez described the evacuation operation from the MV Hondius as a “success,” as the WHO has ruled out a “major outbreak.”
Evolving drone war in southern Lebanon clouds Iran peace prospects
By Maya Gebeily, Maayan Lubell and Catherine Cartier BEIRUT/JERUSALEM, May 12 (Reuters) - While Washington and Tehran argue over a deal to end the attacks on shipping that are shaking the world economy, Iran's most powerful ally Hezbollah and Israel are stepping up a drone war
‘Train to Busan’ Director Yeon Sang-ho’s New Zombie Thriller ‘Colony’ Lands Distribution Deals Worldwide
The Showbox-backed action thriller will world-premiere in the Midnight Screenings section of the Cannes Film Festival on Friday before opening at home in South Korea on May 21.
No sign of larger hantavirus outbreak, says UN health agency
The situation could still change and there might be more confirmed cases, warns the head of the World Health Organization.
Africa: UN Chief António Guterres - Africa Bears Brunt of Climate Crisis, Needs Urgent Climate Financing
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has warned that Africa is bearing the heaviest burden of the global climate crisis despite contributing the least to global emissions, calling for increased climate financing and stronger international
AMD reportedly planning a new budget graphics card with a surprising number of cores
Though much lower clocks.
'Farage surge makes Starmer's EU push more important than ever,' UK minister tells Euronews
Crushing local election loss is piling pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer, as rising support for the anti-immigration Reform UK exposes growing public frustration over migration and the economy.
Gwadar’s moment has finally arrived for Pakistan
In April 2026, Gwadar Port processed around 11,000 standard shipping containers. For context, the same port handled roughly 8,300 containers throughout 2025. This is not a record broken by a whisker. It is a record shattered and behind it lies a story about geography, patience
Dengue outpaces virus-blocking mosquitoes in Brazil
Brazilian scientist Luciano Moreira tenderly handles a glass box of swarming mosquitoes infected with a bacterium that blocks the transmission of dengue.
Von der Leyen opens door to EU-wide social media ban for children
European Commission will present plans for an EU-wide social media ban for minors as early as this summer amid growing pressure from several member states to strengthen protections for children.
Jakarta raid on foreign nationals raises questions over gambling ring financiers
Police arrested 321 foreigners, mainly from Vietnam, in last week's raid.
Taiwan Expands Cannes Footprint Across Film Sales, Immersive Projects and IP
As the Marché du Film continues to expand beyond a traditional sales hub into a broader cross-media marketplace, Taiwan arrives in Cannes this year with a presence that reflects that shift – spanning film sales, XR showcases and IP adaptation platforms. At the Marché, the
Why are some people mosquito magnets? Clues are emerging
Ever felt like mosquitoes bite you while ignoring everyone else? Scientists are now making progress in deciphering the complex chemical cocktail that makes particular people more enticing to these disease-spreading bloodsuckers.
Macron thanks Kipchoge for 'patience' after Nairobi morning run
Macron joined marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge for an early morning run in Nairobi on day three of his Africa tour, later thanking the two-time Olympic champion for his "patience."
Indigenous Australians win record A$150m after billionaire mined without permission
The Yindjibarndi people had sought A$1.8bn compensation for cultural damage and economic loss.
Shipping industry fears fuel shortages that could drive up prices worldwide
Global shipping companies are bracing for fuel shortages and rising costs as the Iran war disrupts supplies of bunker fuel through the Strait of Hormuz.
