Across the Indo-Pacific, governments are increasing defense spending, strengthening alliances, and placing renewed emphasis on deterrence. Strategic competition has once again become the defining feature of international politics. And in such an environment, international law
Mubi has expanded its theatrical distribution partnership with Madman Entertainment, tapping the independent Australian and New Zealand distributor to sub-release five films theatrically across the region, including several Cannes and Berlinale prize winners. Madman will open
Europeans planning a beach trip this summer can rest easy: a recently published report shows that 96 per cent of Europe’s waters are safe for bathing. How is the European Union ensuring this? And are any gaps in its strategy putting Europeans at risk?
This Tuesday, NATO leaders land in Ankara for an annual summit. The pre-negotiated statement promises an iron-clad 32-member family committed to collective protection. However, the official documents are not always reflecting the reality.
The two broadcasters say the deal will create a strong rival to global streaming giants.
In a landmark development for blockchain adoption at the nation-state level, entities affiliated with Solana have signed agreements to support Kazakhstan’s ambitious Alatau City project. The planned $6 billion digital innovation hub aims to integrate advanced blockchain
Serbian director Miroslav Terzić's third feature, debuting in the main Karlovy Vary competition, starts with a high-school trip to Bulgaria: "I wanted to provoke the audience. ... I did not want it to be forgotten" right away.
The blazes come after a heatwave in June during which thousands of excess deaths were registered and which would have been "virtually impossible" without climate change, the World Weather Attribution group said.
Thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran as Iran began funeral ceremonies for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
A nuclear submarine of the People's Liberation Army Navy launched the missile carrying a dummy warhead toward international waters in the Pacific at 12.01pm, China's official Xinhua news agency reported.
In today's newsletter: Debate ratchets-up about how to grow the 27-member club, Russia intensifies strikes on Ukraine's capital, and how the most high-ranking EU official will paper over a gaffe while at the NATO summit in Ankara.
More than 100 international groups say AI companies, not parents, should be responsible for child safety.
BEIJING, July 6 - Nanning, capital of China's southwestern Guangxi region, raised its flood control response to the highest level as rivers and reservoirs swelled with the passage of Typhoon Maysak, Chinese state media said on Monday.
The European Space Agency's Euclid space telescope has discovered 31 of the most ancient quasars ever found. Two of these giant and dazzling galaxy cores, powered by gargantuan black holes, are the earliest quasars yet observed in cosmic history. They shone with the light of a
At a time when religious tensions, geopolitical conflicts and cultural misunderstandings continue to challenge international stability, Kazakhstan's Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions has emerged as one of the world's most significant platforms for
It’s finally official. Comcast-owned U.K. pay-TV operator Sky has agreed to acquire ITV’s Media and Entertainment business for total consideration of up to £1.6 billion ($2.14 billion). The deal, expected to close in the second half of 2027, will separate ITV Studios into a
He had used a program he created with the assistance of ChatGPT to disrupt the Bandai Channel streaming service.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 6 - A Malaysian parliamentary committee will hold a hearing on July 16 to discuss a $96 million rare earths supply deal signed between Australia's Lynas Rare Earths and the U.S. Department of Defense earlier this year, a senior lawmaker said on Monday.
The mission, which was launched in May 2025, is China's first to collect samples from an asteroid.
85 per cent of Europe’s bathing sites were in excellent condition in 2025, according to the 2026 EU Bathing Water Report. But how does Europe ensure high-quality bathing water across the bloc? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot.
Eastern Europe correspondent Sarah Rainsford explains why Crimea is a target for Kyiv, and why the peninsula matters to Vladimir Putin.
Rebels, defectors and former insiders are introducing complications for political coalitions in Johor.
Plastic bags are among the top 10 littered items in Europe. Often used only once, they take centuries to fully degrade in the natural environment. To raise awareness about eliminating the use of plastic bags worldwide and promote eco-friendly reusable alternatives, we observe
From Zimbabwe to Nigeria, politicians are using the courts to shut down dissent, trading tanks and coups for lawsuits and constitutional loopholes.
Russia launches another deadly attack on Kyiv ahead of the NATO summit as Ukraine seeks stronger military support and progress on EU membership. Meanwhile, thousands protest against Germany's far-right AfD as the European Commission prepares reforms to the EU enlargement process.
Animal rights activists covered in red paint protest bullfighting in Pamplona before the San Fermin Festival, calling for an end to the tradition.
Universal’s “Minions & Monsters” debuted at the No. 1 spot at the China box office during the July 3–5 weekend, grossing RMB111.5 million ($16.4 million), according to data from Artisan Gateway. Taopiaopiao’s sci-fi comedy “Keep Real” opened in second place, securing $10.5
The order comes days after the BBC published an investigation about the platform showing such ads to users.
Every few months, another Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) breakthrough makes global headlines. A Chinese AI model closes in on American rivals, a Chinese research team tops a benchmark, a Chinese factory gets smarter, a city more connected, a supply chain more predictive.
DHAKA, July 6 - At least eight Rohingya Muslims, including some children, were killed and several others injured early on Monday after heavy monsoon rains triggered multiple landslides at refugee camps in southeastern Bangladesh, officials said.
After a no-deal on a trialogue on combating sexual abuse earlier this week, Renew Europe calls member states to continue negotiations immediately, with a clear mandate to find a permanent solution. Renew Europe’s priority is to conclude a robust, long-term EU framework to
In its statement, FIFA pointed to "article 27 of the FIFA disciplinary code" which allows the suspension to be "suspended for a probationary period of one year."
The Rolling Stones release their 25th album while 'Evil Dead Burn' brings more demonic drama to the big screen - here's what to look out for this week.
Chinese officials had briefed regional governments about an upcoming intercontinental ballistic missile test.
SYDNEY, July 6 - China is preparing to test fire a nuclear-capable ballistic missile with a dummy warhead in the South Pacific in the next 24 hours, Australian media reported on Monday, adding that regional diplomats have been notified of the launch.
Rubis and ATF Fuels both say they expect to see prices fall further in time.
Fabiana was trapped in the rubble of a 10-storey residential building after two earthquakes rocked Venezuela in June.
Every time you do laundry, your clothes shed microplastics. A Bristol startup has built a filter to stop them.
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In a new study of Europe’s best island escapes for 2026, Spain and Croatia dominate the overall top 10 ranking.
The gender pension gap in the EU is more than double the gender pay gap. Experts point to additional factors, including gaps in hours worked and contribution years, which largely result from gender roles and unpaid care work.
The US-Israel and Iran War is straining already uneasy alliances in the Middle East. No matter what is the outcome of negotiations between the US and Iran over the next six weeks, this war is already resulting in the formation of new alliances, fissuring of old alliances or
As Africa becomes a greater battleground for influence, China’s biggest investment in Ghana may no longer be roads or loans, but the students it is helping to train.
The companies are HD Hyundai Oilbank, SK Energy, GS Caltex and S-Oil, Yonhap said.