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Why Gaza’s genocide death toll is deliberately undercounted
The mainstream media has no problem guesstimating the deaths (500,000) from the Assad dictatorship’s civil war in Syria, nor the estimated deaths in the wars in Ukraine, Sudan or Iran. Somehow, media editors do not let their investigative reporters assess the extent of Israel’s
China says Liaoning aircraft carrier completes over 40 days of drills
BEIJING, June 22 - China's Liaoning aircraft carrier and accompanying vessels on Monday returned to a Chinese port after more than 40 days of drills in the South China Sea and the western Pacific Ocean, Chinese state broadcaster CCTV reported.
Europe sweats through new heat wave, with worse to come
France banned alcohol in red-alert areas Sunday, Spain and Germany canceled or postponed sports events, and Britain warned of "tropical nights" as Europe sweltered through a heat wave threatening to break June temperature records.
Korea Box Office: ‘Toy Story 5’ Secures Top Spot to End ‘Colony’ Reign
The South Korean box office experienced a leadership shift during the weekend of Jun. 19–21, as Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 5” captured the number one position. According to data from KOBIS, the tracking service operated by the Korean Film Council, the Hollywood heavy-hitter
India in talks to sell supersonic BrahMos missile to UAE, sources say
NEW DELHI, June 22 - The Indian government is in talks with the UAE to sell some of its flagship defence systems, including the supersonic cruise missile BrahMos, four Indian sources said, as the Gulf nation steps up arms procurement following the war in the Middle East.
Venice Film Festival Jury: Johnnie To, Kaouther Ben Hania, Shahrbanoo Sadat and More Join President Maggie Gyllenhaal
The main jury roster for this year’s Venice Film Festival has been unveiled, with Hong Kong filmmaking giant Johnnie To, Tunisian director Kaouther Ben Hania and Afghan filmmaker Shahrbanoo Sadat among those joining previously announced competition president Maggie Gyllenhaal.
Three dead in high school shooting in Philippines
Police say they are investigating bullying as a potential motive.
Crunchyroll will stream The Wolf, a French animated movie based on the comic from Snowpiercer's creator
The film is co-written and directed by Benjamin Massoubre and Fursy Tessier, who previously worked together on I Lost My Body.
Algae microbots take aim at bladder cancer
Tiny algae-based robots guided by magnets could improve bladder cancer treatment by boosting delivery of chemotherapy drugs into tumors, researchers say.
Tinubu, Atiku, El-Rufai: Nigerian rivals lobby Trump ahead of 2027 elections
Nigeria’s bitter presidential campaign is also playing out in the US capital.
Krugman: Trump’s Unnerving Mental Breakdown Signals Nation in Decline
Donald Trump’s war with Iran is making it clear this presidency could have much worse long-term consequences than we expected. Yet Trump is spending his nights indulging his crazed obsessions. In one early-morning tirade , he raged about “fools” who criticize his Iran fiasco,
Evan Introduces Himself on His Own Terms With ‘Ride or Die’
The former Enhypen member offers a first look at his identity as a soloist, opening up about growth, doubt, and laying the foundation for the artist he wants to be
The Ray-Ban heir who wants to buy out his own family from the luxury brand
An heir to the Ray-Ban fortune has gone public with a direct appeal to his family's holding company, urging it to support his multi-billion-euro plan to buy out two of his siblings just days before a decisive shareholder vote.
Climate fight will not stall because certain countries drop out, China says
BRUSSELS, June 22 - Global cooperation to tackle climate change will not stall because of the absence of certain countries, China's environment minister told a meeting of governments on Monday, as nations prepare for another U.N. climate summit without the U.S.
Cape Verde produce another World Cup shock to keep remarkable run alive
Cape Verde supporters in the United States celebrated after their team scored its first-ever World Cup goals and earned a 2-2 draw against Uruguay.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces resignation
Starmer will continue as caretaker prime minister until a new Labour leader is elected, while Reform UK has demanded a general election.
U.K. Prime Minister Starmer resigns as Labour government seeks reboot
The party's crushing losses in nationwide local elections triggered a mutiny against Starmer, who has struggled to define his agenda and deliver on campaign promises.
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer Resigns
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation on Monday, bringing an end to a turbulent tenure marked by record-low approval ratings and internal party strife. Starmer, who led the Labour Party to a landslide victory in July 2024, submitted his resignation to King
Daft Punk’s ‘One More Time’ becomes French team’s official 2026 World Cup goal song
Les Bleus’ next World Cup game is set for tonight against Iraq, and their chosen soundtrack is already delighting music fans...
Africa’s energy future will be won by governments that can move with agility
Africa does not lack energy resources. It lacks the statecraft needed to turn them into power, jobs and industrial depth.
Amazon Signs Wide-Ranging Deal With Kevin Durant and Rich Kleiman’s Boardroom Spanning Podcasts, Live Events and More
Amazon’s Wondery is aiming to amplify the game of Boardroom, the media company founded by NBA champion Kevin Durant and his business partner Rich Kleiman, under a wide-ranging deal. Under the agreement, Wondery will have exclusive distribution and ad-sales rights to Boardroom’s
Polyvagal Theory and the Neurobiology of Connection: The Science of Rupture, Repair, and Reciprocity
"The mind narrates what the nervous system knows. Story follows state."
China Box Office: ‘Toy Story 5’ Snags Top Spot as ‘Dear You’ Reaches $272 Million
Disney’s “Toy Story 5” debuted at the number one spot at the China box office during the June 19–21 weekend, grossing RMB121.2 million ($17.8 million), according to data from Artisan Gateway. In second place, Jinant Film & TV’s family drama “Dear You” maintained exceptional
'Card Master': Chinese World Cup fans rally around referee Ma Ning’s first match between Curacao and Ecuador
Chinese state media outlets praised Ma’s “composed performance” officiating a match between Curacao and Ecuador - calling it a “historic moment for Chinese football”.
What is Bleach's 'Hell Arc' and why it could return soon
Rumors are surfacing about Bleach returning to serialization soon, and here is everything you need to know about the 'Hell Arc.'
China announces sanctions on 10 US companies as trade tensions flare
The sanctions come a month after US President Donald Trump visited Beijing for talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping aimed at stabilising relations.
Inside Karlovy Vary’s Double-Anniversary Visual Identity
Studio Najbrt's Jonatan Kuna and Aleš Najbrt explain what went into this year's celebratory visual identity: "[It's] not only for stars and filmmakers, but for all festival visitors and film lovers."
Venice to Istanbul: Explore more of the Balkans on the Golden Eagle Danube Express
Golden Eagle Luxury Trains has refreshed its ‘Balkan Explorer’ rail route with an overnight stay in Belgrade, new Croatian stops and extended time in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
How Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) Is Using U.S. Manufacturing Investment to Strengthen Its Vision Business
Africa: With 2030 Looming, Ocean Leaders Warn Time Is Running Out for 30x30
[allAfrica] Mombasa, Kenya -- A significant challenge for the conservation sector is the 30x30 goal to protect 30% of the planet's oceans by 2030. It heavily depends on the High Seas Treaty (BBNJ agreement), which is the first legally binding agreement to establish Marine
