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‘Supergirl’: DC Studios Boss “Confident” in Strategy Despite Film Opening Below Expectations
Warner Bros. released the Milly Alcock-led superhero movie that scooped up $38 million at the domestic box office.
Watch: Lightning hits Eiffel Tower during violent storm in Paris
Lightning struck the Eiffel Tower as a powerful thunderstorm swept across Paris on Saturday night, sending visitors scrambling for shelter. The dramatic weather followed days of record-breaking heat in France, where authorities say the extreme temperatures contributed to a
Almost one death a week on Causeway, as Bill tabled to shield Malaysian cross-border workers
The amendment is designed to eliminate the “no man’s land” where Causeway accident victims are unprotected.
Spanish NGOs push undocumented migrants to apply for regularisation as deadline looms
By Corina Pons MADRID, June 29 (Reuters) - Several non-governmental organisations in Spain are urging undocumented migrants to register in a final push for a special mass regularisation process that has attracted around a million people in just a few weeks and is set to end on
Indian journalists condemn 'denial' of voting and passport rights of prominent editor
Rajagopal has alleged that he has been unable to renew his passport after his name was deleted from the electoral rolls.
Renfe cancels 320 trains on Monday due to rail strike in Spain: thousands of passengers hit
The 24-hour strike is disrupting high-speed, regional and suburban rail services just as the holiday getaway is getting under way.
Mum of newborn rescued from Venezuela rubble says baby motivated her to stay alive
The "miracle" rescue of 18-day-old baby Juan David is a symbol of hope in Venezuela after the devastating earthquakes.
Top South African police officer survives assassination attempt
Deputy crime intelligence boss Maj-Gen Feroz Khan was due to appear before an inquiry into police corruption this week.
One killed in shooting at California World Cup fan zone, San Jose police say
The shooting happened at San Pedro Square, one of several places in the San Francisco Bay Area where crowds have gathered to watch World Cup matches on big outdoor screens.
Korea Box Office: ‘Toy Story 5’ Stays No. 1 While Thriller ‘The Eyes’ Opens in Second Place
Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 5” maintained its hold on the top spot at the South Korean box office during the weekend of Jun. 26–28. According to data from KOBIS, the tracking service operated by the Korean Film Council, the blockbuster animation pulled in $3.3 million from
Heatwave: Which European countries are running out of water?
As Europe endures another brutal summer, Europe in Motion unpacks water stress levels across the continent.
US-Africa Week Ahead: DRC takes its conflict with Rwanda to the UN
Kinshasa presides over the Security Council this month amid growing frustration over the stalled eastern Congo peace process.
Africa: CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe Congratulates the 9 African National Teams That Qualified to the FIFA World Cup 2026, Round of 32
[CAF] It is the first time that 90% of the African National Teams qualified from the Group Stage of the FIFA World Cup.
Africa: Historic Achievement for Africa As Nine Nations Reach FIFA World Cup Round of 32
[CAF] African football will enjoy unprecedented representation in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 after nine nations secured places in the knockout phase of the expanded tournament.
Africa: Africa's Nine World Cup Survivors Learn Round of 32 Opponents
[CAF] Africa will have nine representatives in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after the conclusion of a dramatic group stage across the United States, Canada and Mexico.
The Commission takes stock of situation on oil markets amid developments in the Middle East
In a meeting of the Oil Coordination Group held today, the Commission and EU countries discussed the security of oil supply situation in the EU in light of recent reports on ongoing negotiations in the Middle East. The Oil Coordination Group noted reports that trade flows are
Dua Lipa opens library for banned and censored books in Portugal
The Manifesto Library is located inside Livraria Lello in Porto, and is dedicated to books “that challenge power, censorship, exclusion, and dominant narratives.”
Millions take omega-3 fish oil for brain health but a new study found no benefit
Fish oil supplements successfully delivered omega-3s to the brain, but a two-year study found no meaningful benefits for memory, cognition, or Alzheimer’s-related brain changes. The results challenge the idea that fish oil pills can help prevent Alzheimer’s and shift attention
Week to see temperatures above 40°C with tropical nights, IPMA warns
From Monday, central and southern inland districts are on yellow alert, spreading to Trás-os-Montes on Tuesday and all mainland areas on Wednesday. By late week, highs will reach 43 ºC in the Tagus valley and Alentejo.
Temperatures above 40C and tropical nights this week, warns IPMA
From Monday, central and southern inland districts are on yellow alert, extending to Trás-os-Montes on Tuesday and the rest of mainland Portugal on Wednesday. By week’s end, temperatures could reach 43 °C in the Tagus valley and Alentejo.
Abdoulaye Ndiaye: ‘Africa’s real challenge is not debt, but jobs’
The first winner of the Africa NextGen Economist Prize argues that startups and AI matter – but cannot by themselves create the tens of millions of jobs Africa needs.
Can the EU stop SHEIN, Temu, and Aliexpress from dominating the e-market?
The EU is swamped with cheap parcels imported from Chinese e-commerce giants. Products from SHEIN, Temu and the like have been benefitting from a tax loophole that will soon be axed by the EU.
Busan’s Asian Cinema Fund Names 12 Recipients for 2026
The Asian Cinema Fund (ACF), the film production support program operated through the Busan International Film Festival’s industry market, has named 12 projects as its 2026 recipients, selected from 798 total submissions across three funding streams. The 12 selections – three
Iran deal Trump trashed looks a lot like the one he’s signing
At Switzerland’s Lake Lucerne last week, US Vice President JD Vance announced that Iran had agreed to let United Nations nuclear inspectors back into the country and called it a first step toward permanently ending Tehran’s nuclear program — a claim Iran’s foreign ministry
How the Director’s Grandma Inspired Her to Make Feel-Good Comedy ‘Agnes & Amir’: ‘She Lived the Story We Were Telling’
Feel-good comedy “Agnes & Amir,” which had its world premiere on Sunday at the Munich Film Festival, probably wouldn’t have happened if it hadn’t been for the grandmother of director Helena Hufnagel. The film was inspired by the true story of a 101-year-old Berlin woman, Agnes,
Better enforcement of passenger rights: New EU agreement strengthens protection across all modes of transport
The European Commission welcomes the political agreement reached by the European Parliament and the Council of the EU on improved enforcement of passenger rights across all modes of transport. The new rules will allow passengers: The new rules will also clarify the
South Korea unveils $1tn chip and AI investment plan
It comes as regional rivals like Taiwan, China and Japan are investing heavily in chip factories and other technology.
China’s new July 1 investment rules reshape firms’ overseas expansion, including to Singapore
The regulations introduce what Beijing calls “full-process supervision” of outbound investment.
Israel destroys Hezbollah underground infrastructure in southern Lebanon
CAIRO, June 28 (Reuters) - The Israeli military has destroyed underground infrastructure used by Lebanese militant group Hezbollah in a village in southern Lebanon, according to a joint statement by the Israeli prime minister and defense minister on Sunday. The U.S. was
China Box Office: ‘Crossing’ Debuts at No. 1 as ‘Toy Story 5’ Places Second
Bona Film Group’s historical war epic “Crossing” captured the top spot at the mainland China box office during the June 26–28 weekend, opening with RMB79.3 million ($11.7 million), according to data from Artisan Gateway. Commemorating the 90th anniversary of the Long March, the
‘Blazing Saddles’ named funniest film of all time by AFI as Mel Brooks turns 100
Mel Brooks, who turned 100 on Sunday 28 June, has been honoured by the American Film Institute, which named his 1974 Western satire the "funniest film of all time" - knocking 'Some Like It Hot' off the top spot.
EU steps up support for Ukraine's defence, recovery and reconstruction at the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026
At the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026, co-hosted by Poland and Ukraine in Gdańsk, President von der Leyen reaffirmed that the European Union will continue to stand firmly by Ukraine, supporting its reforms, strengthening its institutions, and helping build a resilient and
Newsletter: Air-con culture war cranks up as heatwave moves east
Also in this newsletter: A flavour of last night's US Indpendence bash hosted by Ambassador Bill White, and a preview of talks taking place between EU and Chinese trade chiefs in Brussels later today.
The original version of Dead or Alive 6 was delisted in favor of a rerelease that's currently at 70% negative reviews on Steam: 'Tecmo just sees this as the coomer franchise'
Dead or Alive 6 Last Round doesn't have rollback netcode, but it does have expensive DLC and a photo mode.
IDF officials on Lebanon deal: 'Not withdrawing from anywhere yet'
Senior officers say key questions over the timeline and conditions for Israel's redeployment remain unresolved, while warning that direct U.S.-Iran talks could erode the military's gains against Hezbollah
Saunasaari: A sauna island just opened in the middle of Helsinki
Located just a short water taxi away from the Finnish capital’s Market Square, Saunsaari is home to traditional smoke saunas and wood-fired hot tubs.
Philippines poised to squander a rich nickel future
The Philippines is approaching a critical moment in its nickel policy. As one of Southeast Asia’s largest nickel producers, it has a rare opportunity to transform nickel from a raw mineral export into a foundation for national industrialization. But that opportunity is not
Australia and Vanuatu sign deal barring foreign military base on Pacific island
China formed policing ties with Vanuatu in 2023 and has donated equipment including drones, patrol boats and vehicles to its police force.
Calls grow to end military training in Indonesia village cooperatives project after five die
Five participants died just 10 days into the 45-day training from causes including cardiac arrest, heat stroke, tuberculosis and pneumonia, according to the defence ministry.
Europe Today: Trump's tariff threat, Iran talks and Europe's heatwave
The US and Iran are set to resume talks in Qatar after a tense weekend of renewed threats, while Europe battles a deadly heatwave linked to more than 1,300 deaths. Attention also turns to growing EU-US trade tensions and the debate over how Europe should adapt to extreme
Why travel has become one of the best ways to make new friends
New research has found that almost half of Europeans believe travel is the most effective way to start new personal relationships, with shared experiences, time away from routine and a greater openness to others helping turn trips into lasting bonds.