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Cillian Murphy’s ’28 Years Later’ Return: Nia DaCosta Chose a ‘Grounded’ Scene Over a ‘Big Return of the Superhero Moment’ in ‘The Bone Temple’
It’s no spoiler that Cillian Murphy makes his return to the hit zombie franchise that made his name more than two decades on in “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple.” Danny Boyle, who gave the actor his big screen break in “28 Days Later,” revealed the info after the actor notably
Trump tariff threat over Greenland 'unacceptable', European leaders say
The US president says several European allies opposed to his plans to buy Greenland will face 10% tariffs from February.
Trump invites leaders of Egypt, Turkey, Argentina to join Gaza peace board
President Trump has invited the presidents of Egypt, Turkey and Argentina to join his newly created “Gaza Board of Peace.” The White House announced the board’s creation on Friday as part of the Trump administration's efforts to advance its 20-point peace plan for the region.
Scientists map key oceanic unknowns in climate interventions
As Earth warms due to climate change, oceans are heating up, becoming more acidic, and losing oxygen. These changes threaten marine life, food webs, and global fisheries. Scientists agree that cutting greenhouse gas emissions is essential, but current efforts are not enough to
European Film Awards 2026: 'Sentimental Value' sweeps the board
Joachim Trier's 'Sentimental Value' has pulled off a clean sweep, winning a total of six awards, including Best European Film, Best Director and both acting awards. Elsewhere, Oliver Laxe's Sirat picked up five awards during a politically charged evening in Berlin.
‘Tiger Tiger, burning bright’: The scourge of AI-generated wildlife videos in India
In their pursuit of clicks and likes, uploaders of fake wildlife videos are causing real-world harm and panic.
‘Funny is funny’: Indonesian comedians keep calm and carry on despite police report against Netflix show
Legal experts say art forms like satire is protected under freedom of expression.
Smoke alert! Early detection cameras can prevent deadly, runaway bush fires in Australia
The AI-powered cameras work best at a range of up to 25km but can spot fires hundreds of kilometres away.
Potholes on Indian roads: Can AI help fix them?
One firm, RoadBounce, has worked for Singapore’s LTA to ensure relaid roads meet prescribed smoothness levels.
Sri Lanka unveils a rare purple star sapphire claimed to be the biggest of its kind
A Purple Star Sapphire weighing 3,563 carats which is claimed to be the world's biggest of its kind was unveiled on Saturday in the Sri Lankan capital by the owners, who are ready to sell the precious stone which is estimated to be worth at least $300 million.
How mountain terraces have helped Indigenous peoples live with climate uncertainty
Indigenous communities have lived with changes to the climate for centuries. Their adaptations over those many years are based on their close observation of weather, water, soils and seasonal change, and they have been refined through generations of learning.
Spain submits 79 military modernisation programmes for NATO review
The programmes include everything from combat vehicles to radar satellites, although disagreement persists over the percentage of GDP needed.
EU vows coordinated response to Trump's tariffs threat over Greenland sale
European leaders vowed to stay united as President Trump threatened to impose fresh tariffs until Denmark agrees to sell Greenland in an unprecedented escalation. Von der Leyen says EU will uphold its sovereignty.
Tillis, Murkowski say Trump tariffs tied to Greenland will hurt US, divide NATO
Sens. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) on Saturday slammed President Trump's new 10 percent tariffs on Denmark and European allies, saying the tariffs will hurt the U.S. and divide NATO if the president takes Greenland by military force. "This response to our
In Iran crisis, Trump confronted limits of U.S. military power
The president and his national security advisers contemplated striking Iran but backed away as costs loomed and Mideast allies lobbied for restraint.
Mark Jones, ‘Leprechaun’ and ‘Rumpelstiltskin’ Director, Dies at 72
Mark Jones, a veteran animation writer and the director of B-horror comedy classics like “Leprechaun” and “Rumpelstiltskin,” died on Jan. 16 in Los Angeles after a brief stay at West Hills Hospital. He was 72. George Saadi, a friend and collaborator of Jones’, confirmed his
EU and Mercosur sign major trade deal in Asuncion
EU and Mercosur officials signed a major trade agreement in Paraguay’s capital Asuncion, concluding negotiations that began more than 25 years ago.
Tightening the focus of subcellular snapshots: Combined approach yields better cell slices for cryoET imaging
Taking images of tiny structures within cells is tricky business. One technique, cryogenic electron tomography (cryoET), shoots electrons through a frozen sample. The images formed by the electrons that emerge allow researchers to reconstruct the internal architecture of a cell
New study reveals global patterns of plant intrinsic water-use efficiency
Intrinsic water-use efficiency (iWUE) reflects how efficiently plants assimilate carbon relative to water loss at the leaf level. While widely studied using carbon isotope and gas-exchange measurements, most existing knowledge is derived from local observations.
Matt Damon Says Netflix Wants Plots Reiterated “Three or Four Times in the Dialogue” for Phone-Distracted Viewers
"It's going to really start to infringe on how we're telling these stories," 'The Rip' star recently told Joe Rogan.
When does Knight of the Seven Kingdoms take place? The Game of Thrones timeline explained
HBO's new Game of Thrones spinoff A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms explores a previously unseen era in the Westeros timeline.
Carville predicts GOP 'wipeout' in 2026 midterms
Veteran Democratic strategist James Carville predicted Saturday that the 2026 midterm elections will be a “wipeout” for Republicans, with Democrats picking up 25 seats “at a minimum.” “Frankly, it’s going to be a wipeout,” Carville told host Kayleigh McEnany on Fox News’s
Thousands protest in Nuuk against Trump’s plan to annex Greenland
Thousands of people rallied in Greenland’s capital Nuuk to oppose US President Donald Trump’s plans to annex the Danish autonomous territory.
What a seventh term for 81-year-old leader means for Uganda
Yoweri Museveni has won a record seventh term in elections after promising that the fledgling oil sector will boost the economy.
Matt Damon Says Netflix Wants Movies to Restate the ‘Plot Three or Four Times in the Dialogue’ Because Viewers are on ‘Their Phones While They’re Watching’
Matt Damon and Ben Affleck recently appeared on the “Joe Rogan Experience” to promote their new Netflix film “The Rip,” and the long-time friends and collaborators shared their thoughts on how the streamer is changing the way movies are made. Damon pointed out that because
CNN analyst says 'DOJ has lost its damn mind' with Walz, Frey probe
CNN analyst Elie Honig blasted the Trump administration Friday evening after the Justice Department (DOJ) moved to subpoena Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey over the unrest following protests over immigration enforcement in the state. Honig, a former
