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From ruin to restoration: Byzantine Greek Monastery becomes 'Art Reliquary' for spiritual works
The imposing, restored tower of Panachrantou Monastery has been transformed into “Art Reliquary – a gallery devoted to spiritual and contemporary creativity.”
US VP Vance arrives in Switzerland for peace talks with Iran
ZURICH, June 21 (Reuters) - U.S. Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland on Sunday for what he has said would likely be a couple of days of peace talks with Iranian officials. Vance and his wife arrived at Emmen Air Base in Switzerland at 5:59 a.m. (0359 GMT), a vice
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Forget the Camino de Santiago. Romania’s Via Transilvanica hiking trail is wild, welcoming and quiet
The hiking trail runs 1,600km across Romania through 400 villages in 20 different ethnic and cultural regions.
Europeans are making the most of cheap solar panels – by creating green garden fences
Solar fences are gaining ground in Europe, as households continue to invest in renewables amid the war on Iran.
Which European countries are attracting millionaires — and which are losing them?
Wealthy people are increasingly choosing to live in Italy, Greece and Switzerland, while the UK, Germany and France are finding it harder to retain them, according to a new report.
How Duncan Jones Made ‘Rogue Trooper’ Look Like a Studio Epic on an Indie Budget
“There’s AI — the film has no AI,” says director-writer Duncan Jones emphatically about his latest feature, “Rogue Trooper.” The subject comes up as producer Stuart Fennegan talks about how they got the stellar voice cast for the film: Aneurin Barnard, Jack Lowden, Hayley
What Indonesia’s finance chief really brought back from Beijing
When Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa landed in Beijing last week, the official agenda appeared straightforward: secure support for Indonesia’s first sovereign Panda Bond, deepen financial cooperation with China and strengthen investor confidence. By those measures, the
The women running businesses under Taliban rules
More than 10,000 Afghan women have business licenses – a tenfold increase in the past five years.
Apart from China, Asia isn’t afraid of a remilitarizing Japan
China is harping non-stop about resurging Japanese “militarism” – but almost nobody in the Asia-Pacific region is listening – or believes it. The more China blusters and warns of a dangerous Japan, the more ridiculous it looks and the better Japan appears by comparison. Make
Judge rules DOJ can release Biden audio recordings, transcripts to Heritage Foundation in special counsel probe
A federal judge said Friday that the Justice Department (DOJ) can release audio recordings and transcripts of former President Biden to the conservative Heritage Foundation but must wait three weeks to allow an appeals court to review Biden’s challenge. Judge Dabney Langhorne
Weak 3.3-magnitude earthquake hits waters off Johor
The Malaysian Meteorological Department said the earthquake occurred at 1.17am, and tremors may be felt around Batu Pahat, Johor.
Democrats thought Fed Chair Kevin Warsh would be a Trump loyalist — his opening move proves he’s nothing of the sort
Nearly every Democrat in the Senate opposed Kevin Warsh’s nomination as Fed chair mainly because they said he would be a tool of the man who appointed him, President Trump.
World Lens: How the Shanghai Film Festival Puts Its Faith in a New Generation
Major awards go to first-time filmmakers, reflecting a commitment to finding Asia's rising stars, while industry initiatives continue to help young directors get films made.
Japan audio analysis lab creates buzz for music putting babies to sleep
The lab began the initiative after facing cases of child abuse linked to stress, depression and nervous breakdowns.
Will Israel's presence in Lebanon make a U.S-Iran deal impossible?
As JD Vance is set to arrive for talks in Switzerland, Iran is sending mixed messages and seeks to consolidate its influence in Lebanon. Meanwhile, Israel's continued military presence across southern Lebanon makes an effective cessation of hostilities impossible
How squishies and nostalgia revived Seoul’s old markets
The phenomenon is part of a broader rise in popularity of so-called fidget toys among adults.
Backstage at Gorillaz' epic, one-off stadium show: 'The vibe is ridiculous'
Damon Albarn, De La Soul and Moonchild Sannelly talk backstage as Gorillaz play their biggest show.
Weak 3.3-magnitude earthquake strikes Batu Pahat, Johor
The epicentre was located about 20km south-west of Batu Pahat, Johor, said the Malaysian Meteorological Department.
Saudis seek to repeat Argentina World Cup 'miracle' against Spain
Saudi Arabia coach Georgios Donis said his side cannot show Spain too much respect as they aim to repeat a shock victory over eventual winners Argentina at the 2022 World Cup. Spain are under pressure to bounce back from a 0-0 draw against World Cup debutants Cape Verde, but
Guild Wars 3 isn't the only new Guild Wars on the way: ArenaNet just announced a Guild Wars card game
Mistbound aims to give fans "a new way to play together."
Trump says 'multiple arrests' made at Reflecting Pool amid vandalism claims
President Trump claimed on Saturday that multiple individuals have been arrested for allegedly vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool as he seeks to deflect blame for ongoing water quality and maintenance problems stemming from a recent multi-million renovation
How the Shanghai Film Festival Is Embracing Cinema’s Future: From AI to iPhone Moviemaking
As the line between film festival and tech expo continues to blur in China, SIFF ran filmmaking labs for work created by artificial intelligence, iPhone or virtual reality.
Tony Leung Reflects on the Rise of AI and His Hopes for the Future of Film
In Shanghai to head the Golden Goblet jury, the Hong Kong icon explains AI's threat to creativity, how to keep young audiences in movie theaters, and his late-career swerve into European arthouse cinema.
France bans alcohol at music festival events under red heatwave alert
The annual Fête de la Musique celebrations draw millions to the streets but the most serious heatwave warnings have been issued for 35 of the country's departments.
US disputes Iranian claims about closing Strait of Hormuz as negotiators head to Switzerland
By Humeyra Pamuk, Jana Choukeir, Ahmed Tolba and Steve Holland ZURICH/DUBAI/WASHINGTON, June 21 (Reuters) - Negotiators from the United States and Iran were set to start peace talks in Switzerland on Sunday, even as U.S. officials disputed Iranian claims about closing the key
Climate change boosts soybean production but worsens bean quality
A study published by Food Research International analyzed the triple effect of climate change on soybean quality—increased carbon dioxide (CO₂), high temperatures and drought. Using predictive modeling powered by artificial intelligence (AI) and based on experimentally verified
At CrimeCon true crime obsessives come face-to-face with real loss
Victims' families say there are ways to be an ethical true-crime fan - not an exploitative one.
Why an AI company cleaned my New York City apartment for free
An AI company is sending free cleaners door-to-door in a bid to train the robots it hopes one day will replace them.
Why the social media ban is about so much more than social media
If we are witnessing a profound shift in the online space, how will it reshape our relationship with it? Technology and AI editor Zoe Kleinman writes.
Colombia's escalating, brutal internal conflict is defining its presidential election
A left-wing senator who backs talks with armed gangs faces an outsider endorsed by Trump.
Angus Taylor dismisses Labor’s ‘half-arsed’ tweaks to CGT reform – as it happened
This blog has now closed Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Ted O’Brien distanced himself from Pauline Hanson ’s suggestion that Australia shouldn’t give aid to Pacific countries that also take aid from China. He said it was a legitimate concern, but
Amazon Prime Day: The best gaming discounts of the year officially start in 3 days
Massive discounts are coming with Amazon Prime day, which is joined by sales from Target, Walmart, Best Buy, and more.
Bat rays employ a chemical cue to warn others of danger
Frightened bat rays produce a chemical cue to warn other rays of danger, a well-known anti-predator strategy for bony fish that has not been documented in cartilaginous fish until now. Oregon State University researchers found the behavior of bat rays changed when they received
Netflix Wins ‘Sesame Street’ Movie Rights
Rideback, the production company behind the billion-dollar live-action "Lilo & Stitch" and "Aladdin" movies, brought it to the studio and will produce.
Marmoush aims to emerge from Salah's shadow as Egypt's hero
Omar Marmoush once rejected the chance to play for Canada, but in Vancouver on Sunday will aim to become a national hero back home in Egypt by making World Cup history. The Pharaohs are powerhouses of African football with a record seven continental titles but are yet to win a
Crysis 2 had problems, but it got one thing right: destruction
Fancy a second helping of Crysis 2's big apple crumble?
Asia’s synthetic drug seizures hit new highs as scam links ‘deepen’: UN report
Methamphetamine and ketamine seizures in Asia reached record highs in 2025, but experts tell CNA that falling prices and expanding criminal networks suggest supply remains stronger than ever.
