Man who allegedly filled S’pore-registered car with RON95 at Johor petrol station identified
The owner of the vehicle was found in Singapore following the viral incident.
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‘Ne Zha 2,’ ‘Zootopia 2’ Help Boost China’s Box Office 20 Percent to $7.4 Billion in 2025
China's theatrical market was more top-heavy than ever last year, as a handful of huge blockbusters — 'Ne Zha 2' with $2.1 billion and 'Zootopia 2' at $558.3 million — dominated, while mid-tier features faced further decline.
Bluefin tuna sells for record US$3.2 million at year-opening auction at Tokyo fish market
The pricey fish, caught off the coast of Oma in northern Japan, costs 2.1 million yen (US$13,360) per kilogram.
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Kicks Off 2026 Awards Season With Two Critics Choice Wins
The Netflix animated movie won best song and animated film in its first award showing of 2026.
Timothée Chalamet Thanks Kylie Jenner After Winning Best Actor at Critics Choice Awards: ‘I Love You. I Couldn’t Do This Without You’
Timothée Chalamet took time to honor his longtime girlfriend, Kylie Jenner, when he took home the Critics Choice Award on Sunday night for his role as aspiring ping-pong champion Marty Mauser in “Marty Supreme.” “Thank you to my partner for three years. I love you. I couldn’t
China may take time to lift unofficial ban on South Korean culture: Official
South Korean presidential chief of staff Kang Hoon-sik said this in an interview on Jan 5.
China may take time to lift unofficial ban on Korean culture, South Korean official says
SEOUL, Jan 5 - Beijing is unlikely to lift its unofficial ban on Korean culture anytime soon, South Korean Presidential Chief of Staff Kang Hoon-sik said in a radio interview on Monday.
John Mayer and McG on Buying the Henson/A&M Lot and Preserving It as Chaplin Studios: ‘This Is One of Those Times in Life Where You Throw Down for What Matters’
John Mayer and McG have both spent a lot of time thinking about what is inherently special about the Chaplin Studios, the lot that previously was home to A&M Records, Henson Studios and, in its earliest decades, Charlie Chaplin’s production company. Between the two of them,
Meg Stalter, Paul W. Downs Joke They Borrowed Critics Choice Outfits “From Friends”
The ‘Hacks’ pair showed up dressed exactly like Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner at the ‘Marty Supreme’ premiere.
Botswana to open rare earth mineral, diamond industry to Russian investors: foreign minister
Russia is seeking to strengthen its foothold in Africa amid the wider confrontation with the West.
Trump warns new Venezuelan leader as Maduro set to appear in court
Trump said Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodríguez could "pay a very big price, probably bigger than Maduro" if she "doesn't do what's right".
South Korean mathematician solves 60-year-old maths puzzle
This research was named among the top 10 mathematical breakthroughs of 2025.
China says it cannot accept countries acting as ‘world judge’ after US captures Maduro
It was Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's first remarks since Maduro was captured.
China says it cannot accept countries acting as 'world judge' after US captures Maduro
BEIJING, Jan 5 - Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Beijing cannot accept any country acting as the \"world's judge\" after the United States captured Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro.
Jimmy Kimmel Thanks Donald Trump After Winning Critics Choice Award: ‘Thank You for All the Many Ridiculous Things You Do Every Day’
Jimmy Kimmel won the best talk show prize at the Critics Choice Awards and used his acceptance speech to roast Donald Trump and thank all of the celebrities who rallied behind him earlier this year after ABC pulled his late night show off the air after two large owners of
Dust Bunny review: Bryan Fuller and Mads Mikkelsen are at their best on the big screen
If you love the kaleidoscope of horror and comedy from Bryan Fuller's previous projects like Hannibal and Dead Like Me, watch Dust Bunny.
‘Hacks’ Stars Meg Stalter and Paul W. Downs Spoof ‘Marty Supreme’ Premiere Outfits on Critics Choice Awards Red Carpet
“Hacks” stars Meg Stalter and Paul W. Downs had some fun on the Critics Choice Awards red carpet on Sunday afternoon as the pair donned bright orange vinyl outfits in a spoof of the outfits that Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner wore to the premiere of Chalamet’s new film
‘Hacks’ Stars Meg Stalter and Paul W. Downs Spoof ‘Marty Supreme’ Outfits on Critics Choice Awards Red Carpet
“Hacks” stars Meg Stalter and Paul W. Downs had some fun on the Critics Choice Awards red carpet on Sunday afternoon as the pair donned bright orange vinyl outfits in a spoof the outfits that Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner wore to the premiere of Chalamet’s new film “Marty
Africa: Russia and Africa - The New Milestone and the Architecture of the World Order
[Reporter] The past weekend marked not merely another date in the diplomatic calendar, but a genuine historic milestone in the annals of Russian-African relations. For the first time, the Ministerial Conference of the Russia-Africa Partnership Forum (RAPF) took place on the
Chelsea Handler Honors Rob Reiner, Roasts Leonardo DiCaprio and David Zaslav in Critics Choice Monologue
Handler kicked off the 2026 awards season with Sunday night's trophyfest, airing on E! and USA Network: “You guys are all going to be spending the next three months together, so whoever wins tonight, get used to seeing them win.”
Starlink says it will provide service to people of Venezuela through Feb. 3
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk said Starlink, the company’s satellite internet provider, will provide the service free of charge to the people of Venezuela for the next month. Musk reposted a statement from Starlink’s account on the social platform X, which Musk owns, announcing the
U.S. plan to ‘run’ Venezuela clouded in confusion
In Washington and Caracas, the vision for administering Venezuela in the weeks and months ahead appears uncertain and stubbornly complex.
South Korea’s Lee to meet Xi with trade, Pyongyang on the agenda
Mr Lee Jae Myung is the first South Korean leader to visit Beijing in six years.
Jon Korkes, Actor in ‘Catch-22,’ ‘Little Murders’ and ‘Oz,’ Dies at 80
He also appeared in ‘Cinderella Liberty,’ ‘The Day of the Dolphin’ and ‘The Front Page’ and spent the past 17 years teaching at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting.
‘Landman’ Star Ali Larter on Why She Loves Playing ‘Emotionally Complex’ Angela and How Taylor Sheridan Is a ‘Provocateur’ For Creating the Role
SPOILER ALERT: This post contains light spoilers from Season 2, Episode 8 of “Landman,” “Handsome Touched Me,” which premiered Sunday, Jan. 4, on Paramount+. In a series full of scene stealers, Ali Larter more than holds her own on “Landman.” Playing Angela, the
Chelsea Handler Roasts Leonardo DiCaprio for Nearly Missing Critics Choice Awards Because He Was Stuck on a Boat: ‘Just Like Titanic, But Worse Because Jeff Bezos Was There’
Chelsea Handler didn’t hold back at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards. During her opening monologue at Santa Monica’s Barker Hanger on Jan. 4, the comedian went through all the big nominees, starting early with Leonardo DiCaprio, who’s part of one of the biggest movies of the
Rob Reiner Praised as ‘Nicest Guy in Hollywood’ in Chelsea Handler’s Tribute at Critics Choice Awards: ‘Let’s Use Tonight as a Reminder’ of His ‘Decency’
Rob Reiner received an emotional tribute at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards, which took place less than a month after the director and his wife’s tragic deaths. Chelsea Handler was the host of the awards ceremony and finished her opening monologue by sharing heartfelt words
South Korea's Lee Jae Myung to meet China's Xi in reset of relations
Trade, regional security and Beijing's unofficial ban on Korean pop culture are on the agenda.
Ex-Australia batter Martyn wakes up from coma in 'miracle' recovery
Martyn, who played 67 Test matches from 1992 to 2006, was diagnosed with meningitis late last month.
The French university where spies go for training
Sciences Po Saint-Germain near Paris trains current French secret agents and potential new recruits.
Watch: BBC reporter tests AI anti-shoplifting tech
Some major retailers and independent stores have introduced AI body scans, CCTV or facial recognition equipment to identify crimes like shoplifting.
The Alpha Zombie Returns: Chi Lewis-Parry on Adding Depth to Samson in ‘28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’ and Why Dancing With Ralph Fiennes Was ‘The Most Fun I’ve Had Naked’
There’s a scene in “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple,” Nia DaCosta’s quick-fire sequel to last year’s horror franchise returnee “28 Years Later,” that’ll likely raise more than a few laughs in cinemas. On top of an English hill, surrounded by woods — and potential danger — Ralph
India wants more passenger jets. Can it also build them?
India’s aviation boom, delivery delays and a Russia tie-up revive the long-running question of building planes at home.
Tehran reportedly admits the regime is in 'survival mode' following protests
Three Iranian officials told the New York Times the regime is in survival mode as protests swell across the country. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reportedly warned government-linked media chiefs that the crisis has become a fight for the survival of the Islamic Republic
United States capture Venezuelan president, Nicolás Maduro
Sunday, January 4, 2026 Venezuela Related articles 4 January 2026: United States capture Venezuelan president, Nicolás Maduro 17 February 2025: On the campaign trail in the USA, October 2020 17 February 2025: US announces restrictions on flying to Cuba 17 February
Critics Choice Awards 2026: ‘One Battle After Another’ Wins Best Film, ‘The Pitt,’ ‘Adolescence’ and ‘The Studio’ Dominate TV Prizes
“One Battle After Another,” a subversive comedy about radical politics, was named best picture at the 31st annual Critics Choice Awards on Sunday. The film won two other top prizes; best director and best adapted screenplay for Paul Thomas Anderson. “Frankenstein,” Guillermo
South Korea's 'movie of the year' is an indie story about a teen's trauma
The World of Love has been praised for its touching, empathetic portrayal of life after sexual assault.
Guillermo del Toro: Saying ‘Art Is Not Important’ Is ‘Always the Prelude to Fascism’
While accepting the directing honor at Variety’s 10 Directors to Watch and Creative Impact Awards brunch during the Palm Springs International Film Festival, Guillermo del Toro told the up-and-coming filmmakers to never listen when “people tell you art is not important,”
This Thai designer in Bangkok went from making jewellery to crafting unique glasses by hand – just for you
At Gimm, eyewear is more than a necessity – it’s an expression of individuality. Thai designer Chaiwat Wattananukit handcrafts every pair, combining artistry, precision and personal fit to create frames as unique as their wearers.
Saks in talks for $1 billion loan to keep doors open: report
The luxury retailer missed a $100 million interest payment due Dec. 30 and is negotiating a forbearance with creditors to buy time for a financing deal or reorganization plan, the report said.
Critics Choice Awards: Winners List (Updating Live)
Chelsea Handler is returning as host of the show, which will air live from Santa Monica’s Barker Hangar on E! and USA.
Critics Choice Awards: Full Winners List
'One Battle After Another' was named best picture on Sunday night. Other big winners were 'Sinners,' 'KPop Demon Hunters,' 'The Studio,' 'Adolescence' and 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'