Negeri Sembilan’s Muhriz invited to Malaysia’s rulers council, in latest twist to throne tussle
Muhriz's grip on the throne has strengthened even as talk of a new UMNO-led Negeri Sembilan government gathers steam.
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‘Bedford Park’ Star and Busan Juror Moon Choi on Locking Away Her Trophies and Plotting a Screen Version of a Molière-Winning Play
For several years after the biggest run of her career, Moon Choi, known in Korea as Choi Hee-seo, kept her trophies out of sight. The haul was substantial. Her turn as Japanese anarchist Kaneko Fumiko in “Anarchist from Colony” swept Korea’s new actress prizes, and her lead
5 Exciting Games Stuck In Development For More Than 10 Years
Some games have been trapped in development hell for over a decade. Here are 5 exciting games that have been stuck in development hell as of 2026.
Steven Spielberg's Polarizing Fantasy Film Gets Official New Release
Robin Williams' Hook is getting a major 4K release this fall, featuring an all-new hour-long documentary and never-before-seen footage from the set.
How Busan Title ‘Selvi’ Turns a Nurse’s Working Hours Into an Endurance Test
A homecare nurse whose working day stretches from 12 hours to 72 sits at the center of “Selvi,” the first feature from Tamil filmmaker Sailesh Rathnakumar, which premieres in the Busan International Film Festival’s Vision–Asia section. Anjali Patil plays the title role and
Riyadh airport hit by fresh Houthi strike day after deadly attack
A fresh Houthi strike hit Riyadh's international airport on Sunday, killing one person and wounding 11 others, a day after a deadly attack claimed by the Yemeni group forced authorities to suspend operations there. Saturday's attack, the deadliest on Saudi soil in more than a
8 Best Cyberpunk 2077 Replacement Games
Looking for your next Night City-inspired adventure? These eight games share Cyberpunk 2077’s messy choices, augmented anti-heroes, or overall mood.
Box Office Boom for China’s Women Directors Feeds New Parallax Films Pickups From Shao Yihui, Yin Lichuan and Yang Lina (EXCLUSIVE)
Three filmmakers at the forefront of China’s women-led cinema boom – Shao Yihui, Yang Lina and Yin Lichuan – have new titles on the slate of sales agent Parallax Films, which is shopping them to buyers at the Asian Contents & Film Market (ACFM) in Busan. In the short “Winning
Seamless Landing mod looks set to bring Starfield another step closer to No Man's Sky
Or Star Wars Outlaws, if you're nasty.
Locarno Title ‘Rapture’ Director Dominic Sangma Confronts Unregulated Stone Mining in Busan Asian Project Market Drama ‘Veil of Dust’
A villager maimed by a mining blast and his wife’s fight for compensation open up a story of exploitation, complicity and indigenous belief in “Veil of Dust,” the new project from “Rapture” director Dominic Sangma. The project is part of the Asian Project Market, which runs
Trump says new press secretary to hold first press conference next week
President Trump said Sunday that his new White House press secretary, Katie Zacharia, will hold her first press conference next week. “I am pleased to announce that Katie Zacharia will be beginning her term as Press Secretary tomorrow, Columbus Day, and will be doing an
As rising waters flood homes and temples, villagers protest India’s US$87 billion river-linking project
Hundreds of tribal residents are voicing anger over a government project to link India’s rivers.
As rising waters flood homes and temples, villagers protest India's $87 billion river-linking project
AJAYGARH, India Oct 12 - Standing knee-deep in the Ken River, with mud smeared on her face to symbolize a connection to land her family has farmed for more than a century, Bitti Bai Kondar is among hundreds of tribal residents voicing anger over an $87 billion government
Nintendo Should Add Wii to Switch Online Just For These 12 Classic Games
Nintendo could really make our day by launching a Wii channel on Switch Online and including these 12 classic games.
‘The Sea Speaks His Name’ Review: Absorbing Indonesian Political Thriller Is an Ode to Disappeared Activists
In an age where some call themselves activists merely through social media posting, stories of the dangers, consequences and occasional, very hard-won rewards of boots-on-the-ground political activism have additional potency. Though Yosep Anggi Noen’s compellingly angry and
11 Replay Ideas to Make Stardew Valley Feel New Again
Stardew Valley begs to be replayed, though after hundreds of hours, what comes next? Here are the best Stardew Valley replay ideas and challenge runs.
Sylvia Chang Backs Malaysian Grief Drama ‘One Fine Day,’ About a Family Undone by Their Daughter’s Murder, at Busan Asian Project Market
A family torn apart by the unsolved murder of their young daughter tries to keep living day to day in “One Fine Day,” a Malaysian drama from director Tan Seng Kiat with Asian film icon Sylvia Chang aboard as executive producer. The project is part of the Asian Project Market,
North Korea launches multiple ballistic missiles, South Korea says
SEOUL, Oct 12 - North Korea fired multiple ballistic missiles toward the sea off its east coast on Monday, South Korea's military said, in its latest weapons test amid rising tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
Polygamy, Ghosts and Grief Collide in ‘Marlina’ Director Mouly Surya’s Busan Asian Project Market Drama ‘The Wife Who Can See Dead People (Or Jinn)’
A young bride who sees ghosts joins a polygamous Muslim household and forms a bond with one of her husband’s other wives in “The Wife Who Can See Dead People (Or Jinn),” the new project from Indonesian director Mouly Surya (“Marlina the Murderer in Four Acts”). The project is
Andrew Garfield Reacts to Oscar Buzz as ‘Artificial’ Gets Resounding London Reception: ‘So Flattered That Anyone Is Going to See This Film in the First Place’
“Artificial” isn’t hitting theaters until December, but Andrew Garfield is already sparking Oscar buzz for his performance as OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. Luca Guadagnino’s tech tale, which follows the five-day period in 2023 when Altman was fired and then rehired, earned rave
Wildlife populations have declined 73% since 1970—but many of the world's animals still aren't being counted
Wildlife populations around the world have declined by an average of 73% since 1970. That's according to the WWF's new 2026 Living Planet Index—a major estimate, updated every two years, of the changing state of nature. This does not mean that 73% of the world's animals have
One Actor Perfectly Explains Why Jason Statham Is the Action Movie King
The Beekeeper and Mutiny star Jason Statham is the king of action movies, and one Hollywood insider perfectly explains why he's the best of the best.
Reza Rahadian Turns His Grandmother’s Decades in Exile Into Busan Asian Project Market Drama ‘Casparina’
A journalist stripped of her Indonesian citizenship in 1965 comes home decades later to children who grew up without her in “Casparina,” the second feature from actor-director Reza Rahadian, inspired by the life of his grandmother Francisca Casparina Fanggidaej. The project is
Judge orders cancellation of Trump’s government-funded ads
A federal judge on Sunday told the Trump administration its new ads featuring the president are likely unlawful and must stop — including any set to be aired later in the day. The administration had indicated the ad campaign is set to end on Sunday, so there was no need for
Creator Dhar Mann on Partnering With Hollywood Studios and His Vision for Creator City in Los Angeles
At content showcase Mipcom on Sunday, creator Dhar Mann – who has 170 million followers on YouTube – spoke about his partnerships with Hollywood studios, how he intends to launch one new series every single month on his YouTube channel, and his vision for Creator City in Los
Thai Horror ‘Rinrada: The Influencer’ Scores Asia, Middle East Deals Around Screamfest Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)
Thai horror hit “Rinrada: The Influencer,” which stars Yoshi Rinrada in her first horror lead, has closed distribution deals in Asia and the Middle East around its North American debut at Screamfest. The story centers on an influencer whose life is wrecked by an online pile-on.
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Gets New Tech Collection at Target, Including Ramen-Themed Chargers, Soda Can Speaker, Pat Pat Light and More
The “KPop Demon Hunters” craze shows no signs of slowing down, and fans can now bring a little Huntr/x magic to their everyday tech. Netflix’s blockbuster animated film has teamed up with Target’s in-house tech accessories brand Heyday for a new limited-edition collection of
The shortlist for 2026's Golden Joystick Awards is out, including PC Game of the Year, and you can vote now
You've got until October 23.
24 Years Later, the Weirdest Noir Fantasy of the '90s Is Officially Free on Streaming
It's time for a new generation to discover one of the strangest films of the '90s
John Cena Says ‘I Understand’ Why ‘Peacemaker’ Isn’t James Gunn’s Main Focus Compared to Other ‘Valuable’ DC Studios IP
John Cena, who starred as the patriotic mercenary Christopher Smith in James Gunn’s “Peacemaker,” recently said that he understands why the show is no longer a top priority for Gunn, who served as the TV series’ writer, creator and showrunner. In an interview with “Happy, Sad,
Law Kar-ying and Paw Hee-ching Joined by Sham Kaki, QBobo, Virginia Lau, Ahstisham Ahmad and Jayan Marquez in Sri Kishore’s ‘The Grand Tribute’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Sri Kishore has set his supporting cast for “The Grand Tribute,” adding Sham Kaki, QBobo, Virginia Lau, Ahstisham Ahmad and Jayan Yvette C. Marquez alongside Hong Kong veterans Law Kar-ying and Paw Hee-ching, with the Hong Kong shoot underway. The story follows a Cantonese
‘Demon Hunters’ India-Taiwan Action-Comedy Sets Netherlands Theatrical Release (EXCLUSIVE)
“Demon Hunters,” Mei-Juin Chen’s India-Taiwan action-comedy, will open in cinemas across the Netherlands on Oct. 29 via LAX Entertainment, extending a run that began theatrically in Taiwan and continued on streaming and digital platforms in India and the U.S. LAX chief Soeniel
Cannes-Winning ‘Tiger Stripes’ Producer Backs Taiwanese Coming-of-Age Drama ‘Uncle’ at Busan Asian Project Market
A boy’s devotion to his uncle, a man with an intellectual disability, curdles into shame as he grows up and away from home in “Uncle,” the first feature written and directed by Taiwan’s Yen Hao-hsuan. The project is part of the Asian Project Market, which runs within the Busan
Roofing scammers con homeowners out of thousands of pounds
One in 10 scams reported to Citizens Advice relate to fraudsters charging for work not done, or done badly.
Debt advice that may leave you owing even more money
People are increasingly falling behind on credit card repayments, so here's the best way to get debt advice.
PvP pinball is such a good idea I can't believe I haven't played it before
Bumper Bout has a demo on Steam right now.
Trump faces growing backlash over plans to import diesel from Russia
Both Republican and Democratic lawmakers have criticised the deal, which was announced weeks before the US midterm elections.
Bill Gates issues warning on ‘bad people’ exploiting a lack of AI safeguards to commit cyberattacks
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates warned Sunday that artificial intelligence could fuel a wave of cyberattacks over the next year.
Sacha Baron Cohen and 300 Ali G Look-Alikes Descend on London Ahead of New Movie ‘Who Iz I?’
Amazon MGM Studios is set to release the star's comedy 'Ali G: Who Iz I?' in theaters for one week on Oct. 23.
AI is less regulated than milk, says Microsoft president
Brad Smith calls for global rules on AI, and says the UK is in the "best position" to lead the charge.
Iran war threatens Healey's Budget plans, think tank warns
The impact of the Iran war poses significant risks for the government’s spending plans, the Institute for Fiscal Studies says.
Ransomware negotiator arrested on federal charges as FBI probes hacking of personnel files
A Canadian cybersecurity executive who negotiates with ransomware hackers faces federal extortion-related charges as authorities investigate a hacking group that claims to have stolen sensitive FBI employee information
Hugh Hefner’s Ex-Wife Calls Him a ‘True Gentleman’ After His Widow Crystal Harris Urges Jessica Biel to ‘Reconsider’ Playing His Wife
Kimberly Hefner, who was married to Hugh Hefner from 1989 until their divorce was finalized in 2010, has taken to social media to share a statement in support of her late husband after his former wife, Crystal Harris, alleged she experienced sexual, emotional, financial and
Quentin Tarantino Play ‘The Popinjay Cavalier,’ Starring Sacha Baron Cohen, to Open on West End in March
Quentin Tarantino’s first-ever stage play, “The Popinjay Cavalier” starring Sacha Baron Cohen, will open at London’s Phoenix Theatre in March. Written and directed by Tarantino, the play — described as a “swashbuckling comedy” — will hold previews from Feb. 23, with opening
Lawmakers in bipartisan statement push back on Trump over Russian oil
A bipartisan group of seven lawmakers on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee condemned President Trump’s recent deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin, which would lift sanctions on Russia and permit the flow of its oil into the global economy. “Congress explicitly
Iran offers mediation in Saudi-Yemen conflict after Houthi airport strike leaves 13 dead
Iran's foreign minister says the region's crises have no military solution, telling his Saudi counterpart that diplomacy is the only way forward as tensions escalate following a series of Houthi attacks on Saudi targets
FAA tells US airlines to exercise caution in Saudi Arabia flights, citing safety risks
By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, Oct 11 (Reuters) - The Federal Aviation Administration told US airlines on Sunday to exercise caution when flying to or over Saudi Arabia, citing safety threats tied to ongoing military activities and navigation system interference. The FAA
Chile's Codelco reports mudslide at El Teniente mine; three workers affected
SANTIAGO, Oct 11 - Chile's state-owned copper miner Codelco said on Sunday a mudslide had occurred at its El Teniente mine, adding that one of the three workers affected by the incident had been rescued and efforts were underway to reach the two others.
Yahtzee is still out there being mean about videogames, and good for him
Zero Punctuation was an essential watch back in the day. Its successor Fully Ramblomatic still carries the torch.
