Dutch lawmakers pass controversial bills tightening asylum rules
A last-minute amendment that criminalises helping undocumented migrants sparked backlash, prompting the Christian Democrats to pull their support.
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With only six Jews left in Syria, émigrés now have a chance to return
Thousands of Syria’s Jews left in recent decades. But after Assad’s ouster and easing of sanctions, they can now reconnect with their centuries-old community.
Patch Notes #12: Xbox treats workers to more layoffs, Kotaku escapes G/O Media, and a former Unity employee is sentenced to jail
Just another week in paradise.
Steam's Hardware Survey continues to prove gamers don't have much free storage, and I am unfortunately among them
Make some room.
Nvidia is on track to become the most valuable company in history
The value of the leading chip designer temporarily hit a new record on Thursday, briefly making it the most valuable company in history, with a market capitalisation nearing $4 trillion. Analysts predict it will soon break the record again.
Paolo Sorrentino’s ‘La Grazia’ Set to Open Venice Film Festival
As the Oscar-winning director re-teams with Toni Servillo, the opening night film — which translates to "Grace" in English — will get its world premiere in competition on the lido on August 27.
‘We won’t stop providing free food every day to the people of Gaza,’ says Gaza Humanitarian Foundation head
Reverend Dr. Johnnie Moore (pictured) said at a press conference in Brussels that ”in just one month, our organization distributed 55 million free meals in the Gaza Strip.” He pointed the finger at Hamas ‘’who has intentionally killed and injured people with the aim of
Air France-KLM to take majority control of Scandinavian airline SAS
The Franco-Dutch airline is looking for consolidation options to help it compete with rivals.
Paolo Sorrentino’s ‘La Grazia’ Toplining ‘The Great Beauty’ Star Toni Servillo Set as Venice Film Festival Opener
Paolo Sorrentino’s “La Grazia,” a love story that re-teams the Oscar-winning director with “The Great Beauty” actor Toni Servillo, has been set as opening film of the upcoming Venice Film Festival. “La Grazia” – the title can be translated in English as “Grace” – will be
Hezbollah undertakes strategic review, considers giving up more weapons, sources say
Internal discussions reflect the pressures the Iran-backed militant group in Lebanon has faced since reaching a truce with Israel in late November 2024 amid seismic shifts in the national and regional power balance
Russia launches massive aerial attack on Kyiv with 550 drones and missiles
As Kyiv suffered a major attack overnight on Friday, one resident who lives in the centre of the Ukrainian capital told Euronews that the number of Shahed drones "are far more numerous and deadlier than before".
Mali coup leader granted five-year term in power
Gen Assimi Goïta is set to remain in power until at least 2030 - his term can be renewed indefinitely.
Singaporean man among 9 nabbed in Johor drug raid
The Malaysian police seized drugs with a total estimated value of over $500,000.
Russia pummels Kyiv with drones and missiles after Putin-Trump call
After his call with Putin, Trump said he did not think that the Russian leader wanted a ceasefire or an end to the three-year-old conflict.
Sport agent Jonathan Barnett accused of rape in US lawsuit
Barnett denies allegations he kept the woman as a "sex slave" over a six year period.
Karlovy Vary Player ‘The Anatomy of the Horses,’ Questioning Revolution in Peru, Acquired by Loco Films (EXCLUSIVE)
Paris-based Loco Films has picked up international sales rights to Peruvian Daniel Vidal Toche’s feature debut “The Anatomy of the Horses,” (“La anatomía de los caballos”), which world premieres in Proxima Competition at the Karlovy Vary Film Festival. Filmed in the Peruvian
How Four Masters—Michelangelo, Donatello, Verrocchio & Bernini—Sculpted David
More than a few visitors to Florence make a beeline to the Galleria dell’Accademia, and once inside, to Michelangelo’s David, the most famous sculpture in the world. But how many of them, one wonders, then take the time to view the three other Davids in that city alone? At the
‘Slapp addict’ Italian oil firm accused of trying to silence green activists
Eni has filed at least six defamation suits against journalists and NGOs since 2019 in what critics say is intimidation campaign When Antonio Tricarico was summoned to his local police station in October and told he was being investigated for defamation, he was stressed but not
Sudan war: A simple guide to what is happening
Sudan was thrown into disarray in 2023 when its army and a paramilitary group began a power struggle.
Africa: Study Validates Impact of International Teams in Africa's Outbreak Response
[Africa CDC] Addis Ababa -- A new study carried out by the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and the UK Public Health Rapid Support Team (UK-PHRST) confirms the critical role international health teams have played in strengthening outbreak response
Watch: Runners race in towering heels at Madrid Pride event
Strapped into towering heels, dozens of daring runners dashed through Madrid’s Chueca district in the city’s annual High Heel Race, part of its Pride celebrations.
Africa: Ethiopia Preparing to Inaugurate Largest Hydroelectric Power Plant in Africa
[ENA] Addis Ababa, -- Preparations are underway for the official inauguration of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), the largest hydroelectric power plant in Africa, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said.
Commission disburses the second payment of €115.5 million to Ireland under the Recovery and Resilience Facility
The European Commission has disbursed €115.5 million in grants to Ireland as its second instalment under the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF). On 23 December 2024, Ireland submitted its second payment request under the RRF to the Commission. The request covers 17
Britpop royalty Oasis return to stage tonight for their first gig in 16 years
The first show of the long-awaited comeback tour kicks off tonight in Wales. The road to this year's reunion tour has been a long and bumpy one, and despite ticketing issues, fans are more excited than ever to see the return of Britpop royalty.
Manila’s mayor returns to office to face mountains of rubbish
Piles of garbage were being left uncollected across the city by contractors saying they had not been paid.
Mi Jingyang: the guardian and torchbearer of Chinese painting
In recent months, a retrospective exhibition honoring the late Mi Jingyang (1936–2023)swept through Shanghai and Beijing to packed crowds and glowing praise. More than just ashowcase of his rich and colorful ink works, the exhibition reignited public interest in a figure who
Fictional K-pop bands zoom to top 10 of US music charts
Songs from the film KPop Demon Hunter have rivalled the success of real-life K-pop bands BTS and Blackpink.
Kyiv hit by barrage of drone strikes as Putin rejects Trump's truce bid
Almost every district in the capital sustained damage after Russia fired a record 550 drones, Ukraine says.
Latin America’s top human rights court says countries have a duty to act on climate change
In a landmark advisory opinion, the Inter-American Court of Human Rights ruled that governments have a legal obligation to tackle climate change.
Pakistan army kills 30 militants trying to cross from Afghanistan
The militants came from the Pakistan Taliban or its affiliated groups, the military said.
Commission endorses positive preliminary assessments of Cyprus' and Portugal's payment requests under NextGenerationEU
The European Commission has endorsed positive preliminary assessments of Cyprus' fourth payment request for €75.9 million and Portugal's sixth payment request for €1.34 billion under NextGenerationEU. Cyprus submitted its request on 18 December 2024, with the Commission
Monotony and a First-Time Actor Loom Large in Reintegration Drama ‘Rain Fell on the Nothing New’
German writer-director Steffen Goldkamp’s first feature film, starring Noah Sayenko, world premieres in the Karlovy Vary Film Festival's Proxima Competition.
End of tax-free loophole for low-value goods disrupts air shipments to US from China
Air cargo shipment volume from Asia has declined by double digits since the US cancelled a tax-free exemption for low-value packages from China early in May, trade groups and analysts said.
Africa: NHRC's Head Elected President of West Africa's Human Rights Institutions Network
[Premium Times] He said his focus would include building the capacity of National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs) to be able to meet the ever-growing challenges of resourcing, governance and operations of NHRIs.
Africa: Mwinyi Stresses Africa's Role in Knowledge Economy
[Daily News] Zanzibar -- ZANZIBAR President, Hussein Mwinyi has urged African nations to take the lead in shaping the global knowledge economy, as he officially opened the Africa QS Forum on Education here yesterday.
Africa: Liberia Among Top Performers in AfDB's 2024 Electricity Regulatory Index for Africa
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- Liberia has been ranked among the top performers in the African Development Bank's 2024 Electricity Regulatory Index (ERI), highlighting the country's growing impact, sustained reforms, and strong political commitment to advancing the power sector.
Myanmar junta says 93 child soldiers already released, as it counters UN criticism
Over 370 children were used in combat roles in 2024, according to a UN report.
AI Star Mila Headlines Golden Melody Festival’s Virtual Idols Discussion
Taipei’s Golden Melody Festival conference lineup drew music professionals from across Asia and beyond, offering matchmaking sessions, showcases, and forums to promote the Mandarin-language music scene. At the opening pitching session of the event, industry leaders gathered to
Roadblocks replace rallies as Serbian protesters demand new elections
After months of rallies, Serbian protesters are calling for people to join a campaign of civil disobedience.
Commission strives to make housing more affordable and sustainable
The Commission is putting the European buildings sector on a decarbonization and affordability pathway with new guidance for member states adopted today to boost the energy performance of buildings. Today's package of measures supports member states in the implementation of the
Heatwaves and hand-to-hand combat: Africa's top shots
A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.
What is in Trump's tax and spending bill that will soon become law?
The bill is set to massively widen the US’ budget deficit and leave an added 12 million Americans without health insurance.
Falklands to launch, Environment Trust for carbon reduction and land recovery projects
The Falkland Islands Executive Council has approved the establishment of an Environment Trust to deliver carbon reduction, biodiversity and land recovery projects in the Falkland Islands.
Blackpink Firm YG Entertainment’s Mojo Kim Talks K-Pop’s Global Strategy at Golden Melody Festival: ‘It’s About Emotional Language’
The Golden Melody Festival’s conference lineup in Taipei brought together a dynamic mix of industry leaders from across Asia and beyond. Designed to spotlight Mandarin-language music while fostering international collaboration, the three-day gathering featured showcases,
