‘You Can See Everything’ Sweeps Critics Choice Documentary Awards
Ron Howard and Jehane Noujaim were honored at the 11th annual celebration of nonfiction filmmaking in New York.
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The Iran war may end, but Tehran's threat to the Gulf won't
Even if Washington reaches a deal with Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, Iran will retain its network of regional proxies and strategic strongholds
Trump says he was 'kidding' about Dana White for press secretary
President Trump said on Sunday that he offered UFC CEO Dana White the White House press secretary role as a joke. “I will tell you, I was only kidding,” Trump told reporters in West Palm Beach, Florida. “But Dana loves the idea, and there's only one Dana, and he's great.” The
Microdrama Makers From Turkey and Japan Bet on Emotional Hooks and Infuriating Villains at Taiwan Creative Content Fest
Microdramas compete for attention in crowded mobile feeds, but a strong opening hook does not always need a dramatic twist, İlkin Kavukcu, founder and CEO of Turkish studio İki Dakika Creative House, said at a Taiwan Creative Content Fest (TCCF) session on microdramas in
South Korea’s low birth rate fuels $5.1 billion baby goods retail boom
The dwindling number of children are becoming what Korean marketers dub VIBs – “Very Important Babies”.
One killed in Indonesia helicopter crash during firefighting operation
An Indonesian crew member was killed, while an Australian and New Zealander were rescued after the crash.
Mike Flanagan’s 10-Episode Netflix Thriller Masterpiece Is Everything ‘Carrie’ Should Have Been
Mike Flanagan’s Carrie is missing one thing: fear. Luckily, his ghost-packed Netflix series has it in spades.
New Zealand’s PM Luxon faces deadline in finance minister search
Nicola Willis, who has held the role since 2023, failed to win a seat in parliament after the weekend election.
Trump to meet Qatar's prime minister as Iran diplomacy faces hurdles
Nov 8 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump will meet with Qatar's prime minister at the White House on Monday, according to the White House schedule, as the conflict with Iran drags on and diplomatic efforts to end it face significant obstacles. Trump is due to meet with Sheikh
COP31 to open in Turkey, with climate goals under pressure from war and AI
By Valerie Volcovici and Simon Jessop ANTALYA, Turkey, Nov 9 (Reuters) - Representatives from nearly 200 countries will gather on Turkey’s Mediterranean coast on Monday for two weeks of climate talks, as war-driven energy security fears, surging AI power demand and US
A little-known protein could be a major culprit in type 2 diabetes
Scientists have discovered that a buildup of a protein called Miro1 may be a hidden driver of insulin resistance in Type 2 diabetes, with preclinical experiments showing that removing it restores the muscles’ response to insulin. Exercise was also found to lower Miro1 levels in
‘Gangs of London’ Director Kim Hong-sun Shoots Korean Martial Arts Action Film ‘The Hit List’ With Jung Woo-sung, ‘Squid Game’ Star Wi Ha-jun
Kim Hong-sun, the Korean director of “Project Wolf Hunting” and Season 3 of British crime drama “Gangs of London,” is shooting “The Hit List,” a martial arts revenge actioner set during Korea’s Joseon era, with Jung Woo-sung and “Squid Game” star Wi Ha-jun. “The Hit List”
A new clinical simulation model strengthens the empowerment and autonomy of nursing staff
To date, many of the methods used in clinical simulation have focused primarily on assessing technical skills and compliance with medical standards, often from a generic, interprofessional perspective. Although technical skills are essential, this approach overlooked key
Remembering Sebastián Lelio, an Auteur Who Centered Women’s Stories With Style and Sensitivity
When it was announced, in 2017, that the Chilean writer-director Sébastian Lelio was to helm a U.S. remake of his 2013 breakout film “Gloria,” admirers of the original — and indeed of Lelio himself — had cause for concern. English-language do-overs of world cinema successes
Trump says his immigration crackdown ‘might be too tough’ after midterm losses
President Trump on Sunday said his deportation policies might have been “too tough” and led to the GOP’s historic losses in this year’s elections. CBS News’s Ross Douthat asked the president on “60 Minutes” if his immigration policy lost his party the midterms. “I think it
Hidden climate superpower: Why some ocean “snow” carries six times more carbon
Scientists have discovered that the stickiness of underwater “marine snow” plays a surprisingly important role in how much carbon reaches the deep ocean. Gooier particles resist bacterial breakdown and can transport more than six times as much carbon to the depths, revealing an
New Zealand’s centrist kingmaker says populism failing voters worldwide
Qiulae Wong said her win represented a sea change after a decade of rising populism and extremism worldwide.
Trump on ’60 Minutes’ Reflects on Midterm Loss, Death and Forgiveness: ‘I Do Hate Some of My Enemies’
President Trump told “60 Minutes” that he blames Republican candidates and the war in Iran for the party’s midterm defeat, and acknowledged that his mass deportation policy was “too tough.” Sitting down with correspondent Ross Douthat, Trump was also asked about corruption,
Zelda: Ocarina of Time and WoW: Forever Are the Good Kind of Remakes
Nintendo and Blizzard's new versions of The Legend of Zelda: OoT and World of Warcraft are different from other remakes
Radiocarbon analysis uncovers possible traces of hidden earthquakes off Japan's coast
Researchers at the University of Tokyo have used a new type of radiocarbon analysis to study a sediment core taken from the Kumano Sea off the coast of Japan. This has revealed multiple "hidden" traces of previously unknown earthquakes in the Nankai Trough, where the country's
K-Pop Concert Film ‘Twice: This Is For… You’ Acquired by Bleecker Street’s Crosswalk and Universal Pictures International
Bleecker Street’s event cinema division Crosswalk and Universal Pictures Content Group have acquired North American and international rights, respectively, to “Twice: This Is For… You.” The film captures K-pop phenomenon Twice at London’s O2 Arena during their “This Is For”
North Korea’s weapons tests surge to twice Trump first-term pace
The number of launch events in 2026 has topped 20 as at Nov 8, second only to the pace in 2022.
Nicolas Cage Calls ‘Spider-Noir’ Season 1 ‘Perfect’ and Says He Felt Relieved When It Was Canceled: ‘You Never Wanna Get Stuck Repeating a Character’
Prime Video canceled “Spider-Noir” after just one season, and while fans were shocked, it was good news for star Nicolas Cage, who has no desire to keep telling Ben Reilly’s story. Speaking with IGN in a recent interview, the “National Treasure” actor responded with a simple
Trump thinks he will meet Xi and Putin at China APEC summit
Nov 8 - President Donald Trump said on Sunday he thinks he will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin at an APEC leaders' summit in China next week and discuss ending the war in Iran and denuclearization.
Israel’s Eisenkot, tasked with forming government, moves to oust Netanyahu
He said building a governing coalition would require “creative and unconventional political steps” and added that change was needed to restore “sanity.”
Rep.-elect says Democratic majority is an 'opportunity' for Trump
Rep.-elect Richard Ojeda (D-N.C.) said Sunday that the Democrats’ upcoming majority in Congress provides a chance for President Trump to work with the party to improve Americans' lives. “But make no mistake about it, if we don't get to Washington, D.C., and we don't start
Small histone differences help shape gene regulation during sperm development
Researchers from Kyushu University have found that H3mm15, a histone H3.3 subvariant, contributes to normal sperm development in mice by helping regulate gene expression during spermatogenesis. The findings show that H3mm15 cannot be interchanged with conventional H3.3;
Doing these things now will help you save money at Christmas
Small decisions made now can make a big difference to your festive finances, charities say, so here are some tips.
Sega’s Most Influential Platformer Deserves Its Big Remake Moment Next
Not every remake has to be for a huge game. Some quicker plays from yesteryear could also benefit, like one all-time great from Sega.
‘Cheers,’ ‘Taxi’ Showrunner Ken Estin and Mentalist Banachek Take Psychic Fraud Series ‘Psychic Predators’ From Taiwan Creative Content Fest to American Film Market (EXCLUSIVE)
Two-time Emmy winner Ken Estin, showrunner of “Taxi” and “Cheers,” is steering “Psychic Predators,” a paranormal dramatic comedy starring mentalist Banachek as himself. Organic Media Group (OMG) unveiled the series at Taiwan Creative Content Fest (TCCF) in Taipei, and it is
Scientists discover stunning new Amazon fish that may already be endangered
Researchers have discovered a stunning new species of tiny orange-patterned fish in the Brazilian Amazon, but its survival may already be at risk. Named Laimosemion laranja, the brilliantly colored killifish measures less than three centimeters long and was found in just three
Return Of The Living Dead Cast Horrified By AI-Made Sequel They Were Originally Set To Star In
You mean the movie lied???
Denis Villeneuve Teases James Bond Progress at LACMA Art + Film Gala: ‘I’m Having a Great Time’
When Denis Villeneuve arrived at LACMA on Saturday night, his black Gucci tuxedo made him look more like James Bond than a director who’s spent the last decade in the desert of Arrakis. Perhaps that’s fitting since the filmmaker is currently putting the final touches on the
‘Spy x Family’ Season 4 and New Theatrical Film Set for 2027
Anime series “Spy x Family” will return for a fourth season in 2027. Japanese studio and exhibitor Toho Co., Ltd. is also lining up a new feature film to open in Japan the same year. To mark the news, Toho released a teaser visual for Season 4, the first image from the new
Korea Box Office: Anime Phenomenon ‘Chiikawa’ Staves Off Corporate Thriller ‘Final Interview’ to Retain Top Spot
Japanese animated phenomenon “Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of the Mermaid Island” held onto the top spot at the South Korean box office over the weekend of Nov. 6–8, capturing its fourth consecutive weekend crown. According to data from KOBIS, the tracking service operated by
Katie Miller pauses podcast after husband named White House chief of staff
After Stephen Miller was selected as White House chief of staff, his wife, conservative influencer Katie Miller, said she is stepping back from her podcast on Sunday. “I make every decision based on what’s best for my children and our family. With @StephenM taking on this new
Bruising election result may push New Zealand ruling party further right
Most conspicuous is the loss of top lawmakers.
Scientists wipe out deadly brain tumors in every mouse tested with new cancer therapy
Scientists at UC San Francisco have developed a powerful new cancer therapy that remains inactive until it reaches the brain, where it switches on to attack deadly tumors. The engineered immune cells, called B-SYNC CAR-T cells, completely eliminated diffuse midline glioma
‘Godzilla Minus Zero’ and ‘Ramayana: Rise of a Legend’ Roar at International Box Office
Asian cinema dominated the worldwide box office over the weekend as Toho and Takashi Yamazaki’s “Godzilla Minus Zero” and Namit Malhotra and Nitesh Tiwari’s Indian epic “Ramayana: Rise of a Legend” posted thunderous global debuts, fueled by historic attendance on premium large
Wind of change: Laos project shows promise of connecting S-E Asia to green power
The Laos wind farm offers a glimpse of ASEAN’s green power future and a long-delayed regional grid.
Passenger trains crash in Egypt, killing 7 and injuring 125, authorities say
One train struck the rear of another, officials said, along a rail network that is one of the oldest in the world.
Here’s the full text of Jensen Huang’s memo to Nvidia
On Sunday, Nvidia announced it was launching an investigation into CEO Jensen Huang's relationship with Alice Huang, an AI executive and agent of the Chinese government. In addition to the Board of Directors announcing the investigation, Huang sent a memo to Nvidia employees
Oscar Predictions: Best Casting — ‘Being Heumann’ and ‘La Bola Negra’ Found the Year’s Boldest Discoveries. Will the Academy Reward Them?
Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety chief awards editor Clayton Davis.
An ancient ocean full of giant predators reveals a surprising twist in evolution
A remarkable fossil discovery in Colombia is challenging how scientists understand major evolutionary changes in Earth's history. Researchers uncovered an incredibly diverse ancient marine ecosystem where giant reptiles, sharks, and other creatures thrived as older evolutionary
Dave Chappelle’s Charlie Kirk Joke Prompts Response from Erika Kirk: Using the ‘Destruction of a Human Life’ as a ‘Punchline Is Beyond Disgusting’
After Dave Chappelle joked that he feels better ever since Charlie Kirk was murdered, Kirk’s widow, Erika, has responded to those using her late husband’s death as a punchline. “To see leftist podcasters, comedians, and commentators laugh about political assassination as though
Nvidia launches investigation into CEO's affair with suspected Chinese spy
Jensen Huang also admitted to having been "unfaithful" to his wife and says he will cooperate with a security investigation.
Netherlands: Sea of red fills Amsterdam streets in Gaza protest
Tens of thousands of people, many dressed in red, marched through Amsterdam in the Netherlands on Sunday 8 November, demanding that the Dutch government take stronger action against Israel over the war in Gaza.
Einstein's equations reveal how gravity could break, reconnect, and release energy
More than a century after Einstein revolutionized our understanding of gravity, scientists have uncovered a surprising new phenomenon hidden within his equations. Researchers at Columbia University and Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez have identified a theoretical process called
New Zealand's new lawmakers start to arrive at parliament as government remains in limbo
WELLINGTON, Nov 9 - Dozens of newly elected lawmakers will start to arrive at New Zealand's parliament this week, even as the country faces a weeks-long wait to learn who will govern after an election that left the incumbent centre-right bloc with a razor-thin lead.