Toy Story 5 proves Pixar's biggest sequel problem isn't going away
Toy Story 5 repeats Toy Story 4's mistake in regard to its supporting cast, giving many of the core characters nothing to do
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Infrared navigation lets magnetic nanorobots deliver drugs with real-time precision tracking
Nanorobots have shown great promise in precision medicine over the past few decades. Yet one key challenge remains: how to track and guide these tiny devices in real time as they move through complex physiological environments. Existing imaging approaches often require long
After losing over 30 pounds exercising in VR for six months, I can say it's worth the effort (and sweaty faceplates)
Here's to another six!
‘Sumpa Kingdom’ Screens at Shanghai, Director Lhapal Gyal and Cast Discuss Sacred Mountain Landscapes
“Sumpa Kingdom,” a drama set in Xizang selected for the Belt and Road Film Week sidebar at the Shanghai International Film Festival, held a post-screening event, with director Lhapal Gyal, producer Sonam Gyal and cast members Tenzin Tsundue, Joy and Sonam Wangmo in attendance.
Man killed after old building in Bangkok partially collapses
Initial reports said a large concrete slab fell from the second floor of the building.
Shanghai TV Market Debuts Dual-Venue Format to Drive Chinese Content Sales Overseas
The Shanghai International Film & TV Market is launching a new dual-venue format at the Shanghai Exhibition Center this year, with separate spaces for international company pavilions and a dedicated arena pairing Chinese content sellers with buyers from major markets including
Officials say the Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo outpaces the response
Over a month after the Ebola outbreak was declared in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, and aid is beginning to arrive but too slowly, as officials warn of "brutal geographic expansion" of the virus.
Cabo Verde leverages World Cup success to court foreign investment and boost visibility
Cabo Verde stunned soccer fans by holding Spain to a draw in the World cup. The small nation is also using the World Cup to court business investments.
US beats Australia 2-0 to advance to World Cup knockout round
The U.S. national soccer team advanced to the knockout round at the World Cup despite the absence of injured forward Christian Pulisic, beating Australia 2-0 on Friday.
Microsoft researcher builds goat-powered neural network in Age of Empires 2 to show why we should 'stop assuming that LLMs behave like humans just because they were trained with natural language'
"I have this tendency to dial up things to 11 when I really think I need to make a point."
International departure fee goes up to $44 at 6 Thai airports from June 20
Domestic fees stay unchanged.
9 best detective games with crime mysteries you really solve
If you can’t stand a game that doesn’t tie off its loose ends, check out these 10 narrative-driven mystery games that won’t leave you hanging.
Skeleton of the world’s rarest marine mammal preserved by digital imaging
The reconstruction of the vaquita, whose numbers barely reach double figures in the wild, is designed to help research and conservation efforts Scientists have created a digital reconstruction of the world’s most endangered marine mammal, preserving its anatomy in three
Is NASA falling out of love with Mars?
Editor in chief Nancy Shute discusses NASA's rocky relationship with Mars exploration.
The IDF's Russian roulette in Lebanon continues – and no one can explain why
The cost of Israeli deployment in Lebanon rises while its rationale fades: more IDF soldiers are being killed in the line of duty, and a cease-fire does little to stop it. Meanwhile, Iran hopes to exploit Hezbollah in an effort to link the war fronts
These nuns spent a lifetime helping others. In their last years, who will help them?
The sisters of Uganda are teachers, health-care advocates and more. Those who are in their twilight of their life need help. Who will come to their aid?
Malaysia’s energy supplies secure ‘for decades’ after talks with Russia, deals with Turkmenistan: Anwar
Russia has assured Malaysia of oil, gas and diesel supplies for at least the next 20 years, while Petronas signed new energy agreements with Turkmenistan.
Steve Rosenberg: Moscow oil refinery attack brings Russia's war with Ukraine closer to home
There are moments when life in Moscow feels completely normal - Thursday morning wasn't one of them, writes Steve Rosenberg.
Moscow oil refinery attack brings Russia's war with Ukraine closer to home
There are moments when life in Moscow feels completely normal - Thursday morning wasn't one of them, writes Steve Rosenberg.
‘Game of Thrones’ Star Aidan Gillen on Golden Age of ‘F—ing Brilliant’ British Drama and Why There’s ‘Too Much’ Stuff on TV
“Game of Thrones” and “Peaky Blinders” alum Aidan Gillen waxed nostalgic about the golden age of British drama at the Transilvania Intl. Film Festival and argued that there’s “too much” content clogging the airwaves for today’s TV consumers. “I just think there’s so much stuff.
Trump's deal lifts oil sanctions on Iran, angering hawks
President Trump’s peace deal with Iran offers waivers on U.S. sanctions on Iranian oil, one of multiple facets of the agreement that is angering Iran hawks, including some Trump allies. Critics worry that relaxing the sanctions bolsters the economy of a nation hostile toward
Julie Mehretu, Claire Valdez, Arthur Jafa
Meet the New York artist running for Congress, and some advice to art school graduates.
20 years ago, Doctor Who's most misunderstood episode drew ire from critics and fans alike
Love & Monsters is one of the most controversial episodes in Doctor Who history. But despite its malignment, the episode deserves another chance.
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World Cup brings political issues to the surface: 5 takeaways
The first week of the FIFA World Cup has been underscored by tensions over geopolitics, U.S. immigration policy and dramatic group stage action that is priming viewers around the world for what promises to be an exciting knockout round later this month. The action-packed global
GOP bullish on political impact for Republicans of Trump MOU with Iran
Republicans are largely skeptical that President Trump's deal with Iran will deliver a geopolitical win, but they are bullish about its impact on the midterms, with gas prices already dropping. One national Republican operative described feeling “relief” after the agreement,
Big Tech Is a Thief and a Liar, Says New York Times Publisher
The publisher of The New York Times recently made an extraordinary speech about AI, journalism, and the public square that’s received surprisingly little public reaction. What makes A.G. Sulzberger’s speech extraordinary is that it was unabashedly crusading, and crusading is a
Bangladesh PM to visit Malaysia, China on first foreign tour
PM Tarique Rahman is bypassing neighbouring India as his inaugural destination.
Italian tourist dies in Dominican Republic resort blaze
Around 1,690 tourists were evacuated from a luxury resort in the village of Bayahibe after a fire broke out.
99% might be enough (or not)
A 100-foot long boat that’s 99% complete is going to sink before it leaves the dock. That gaping hole is more than enough to do it in. On the other hand, a baked ziti that’s 99% as good as the best baked ziti ever made is exactly good enough to serve in any setting. Mediocrity
From coal to cabernet: the wine seller using a flooded mine to cut heating bills
Lanchester Wines in north-east England uses heat from a disused coalmine to maintain wine temperatures and with 23,000 flooded mines in the UK, there’s huge potential for more businesses and homes to follow its lead Shove them in a fridge, stash them in a cellar – this is how
War-weary Iranians see glimmers of relief as Trump deal takes shape
As details emerged of an initial agreement between Washington and Tehran, Iranians voiced muted hopes for peace and prosperity.
Shut out of the World Cup again, China roots for a referee
On-field officials typically strive for anonymity. Ma Ning — or Card Master back home — has taken a different approach.
Pakistan roadside blasts kill seven, AP says
June 20 - Two roadside bombs in northwest Pakistan killed at least seven people and injured three, the Associated Press said on Saturday, citing police in the South Asian nation.
Israel and Hezbollah continue strikes despite ceasefire agreement
Several people are reported killed in southern Lebanon, with the IDF saying it hit "Hezbollah terrorist targets" after the group fired over 50 projectiles at Israeli forces.
France swelters in heatwave as temperatures look set to hit 40C
Nearly two-thirds of France is now under an orange heatwave alert as people battle extreme temperatures across the country.
Chaotic run-up to U.S.-Iran talks signals steep hurdles ahead
Neither Washington nor Tehran wants the peace process to collapse completely, but diplomats say they expect a process full of challenges and distrust.
JLR at risk of battery supply delays after Somerset factory turmoil
Supplier Agratas sacks its main building contractor on the government-backed project amid a budget mismatch Jaguar Land Rover faces the risk of delays to the first deliveries of electric car batteries from a £5.2bn government-backed factory in Somerset after construction
Andros AI, heritage and tourism: the technology transforming the visitor experience in Greece
Andros AI is the first AI tour guide created for a Greek destination. It is essentially a chat service where visitors can ask anything about the island.
Iran war gives Pakistan its biggest diplomatic boost in decades
It helped pull the country out from the shadow of its larger, wealthier rival India.
French presidential frontrunner Jordan Bardella vows to win 2027 polls and shift course in the EU
Jordan Bardella, leader of France's far-right National Rally, said he would like to "put the Commission and the EU back at the service of the nations and no longer the other way around".
USA sail through to World Cup knockout stages as Scotland falter against Morocco
Mauricio Pochettino's side are now guaranteed to finish top of Group D. They beat Paraguay 4-1 in their opening fixture.
Tony Leung Reflects on ‘Silent Friend,’ Wong Kar-wai and Why His Films Must Be Seen in Cinemas at Shanghai Masterclass
Tony Leung Chiu-wai told a full house at the Shanghai International Film Festival that his restrained performance style demands the full cinematic experience to be felt, speaking at a masterclass following a screening of his film “Silent Friend.” “Sometimes it might just be
Two roadside blasts in north-west Pakistan kill 7: Police
There was no immediate claim of responsibility for the blasts.
Tourist dies in Dominican Republic luxury resort fire
Nearly 1,700 people were evacuated from the huge blaze at Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach in Bayahibe, a popular resort town on the Caribbean coast.
