Sri Lankan director Lalith Rathnayake’s “Riverstone” claimed the Golden Cyclo, the top prize at the 32nd Vesoul International Film Festival of Asian Cinema, which concluded Feb. 3 following a week-long showcase of Asian cinema in the French town. The international jury,
S.S. Rajamouli has worked with some of Indian cinema’s biggest stars, but Mahesh Babu managed to surprise him in unexpected ways. “As an actor, not much surprised me, because I was watching his films from a very long time. I know what he is capable of,” the “RRR” director says
As the talks in Abu Dhabi between Ukraine, the US and Russia continue, Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on the US president to respond to Moscow’s massive aerial attacks and the violation of Russia’s “energy truce” promise.
By Nidal al-Mughrabi and Pesha Magid CAIRO/JERUSALEM, Feb 4 (Reuters) - Israeli tank shelling and airstrikes killed 18 people, including four children, in Gaza on Wednesday, and Israel halted the passage of patients through the Rafah border crossing, Palestinian officials said.
Melting ice from West Antarctica once delivered huge amounts of iron to the Southern Ocean, but algae growth did not increase as expected. Researchers found the iron was in a form that marine life could not easily use. This means more melting ice does not automatically boost
The surprise move that may threaten the stability of the coalition government of which the DA is a key partner.
MOSCOW, Feb 4 - The last nuclear treaty between Russia and the United States is due to expire within hours, raising the risk of a new arms race in which China will also play a key role.
Malaysia's Defence Ministry has stepped up corruption probe in recent weeks.
When Donald Trump announces a “historic deal,” the room usually vibrates with superlatives. When Narendra Modi responds, the quiet is more telling than the words. Their latest exchange—a claimed swap of ending Russian oil purchases for a US tariff cut—was a masterclass in
[Nile Post] President Museveni on Tuesday met leaders of the African Union-East African Community-Southern African Development Community (AU-EAC-SADC) panel of facilitators tasked with supporting the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) peace process, as regional leaders
SEOUL, Feb 4 - South Korea's National Assembly has agreed to finalise a bill to make investments in the United States by March 9 under a trade deal between the countries, the ruling and main opposition parties said on Wednesday.
The Commission president hopes to break the deadlock on an agreement that has been stalled since 2023.
EU internet users are taking more action to protect their personal data online. As new data shows rising resistance to online tracking, how far is the EU willing to go to reclaim digital sovereignty?
Brazil is experiencing a breakout moment in its tourism history. The South American giant closed 2025 as the world's fastest-growing international destination, driven by new air routes and a growing push from European tourism.
He is a princeling – a term for children of revolutionary leaders who have benefitted from their family connection.
Wildfires are still tearing apart the drought-stricken region of Patagonia, ravaging its once-pristine forests.
"If you'd rather not watch a halftime featuring a Bad Bunny, there's going to be a competing halftime show featuring a terrible bunny"
U.S. lawmakers have expressed concern that the end of New START could lead to “a dangerous and costly arms race” between the world’s biggest nuclear powers.
The tech billionaire blasted the Spanish premier after Sánchez announced new laws Madrid intends to roll out to protect minors from social media harm, which would see executives potentially liable in court.
Image via Wikimedia Commons On the off chance Lin-Manuel Miranda is casting around for source material for his next American history-based blockbuster musical, may we suggest American Cookery by “poor solitary orphan” Amelia Simmons? First published in 1796, at 47 pages (nearly
As economic bookmarks go, Indonesia’s stock market enduring its worst rout since the 1997-1998 Asian financial crisis is as ominous as they come. Jakarta stocks are cratering as Southeast Asia’s biggest economy gets caught skinny dipping, in the Warren Buffett sense. The famed
As market pressures, digital disruption and global uncertainties intensify, Indonesian businesses must adapt and target impact-driven innovation, say analysts. These issues will be on the agenda at the CNA Summit in Jakarta on Thursday (Feb 5).
The deceased - including five from a family - were discovered in January in a burnt house at an oil palm plantation in Kangkar Pulai. Three of them were children aged two to nine.
The 21st edition of the International Conference and Exhibition on Liquified Natural Gas, or LNG2026, kicked off in Doha, Qatar, gathering global leaders, energy giants and experts with geopolitics, market dynamics, emerging technologies and the energy transition dominating
Some 13.1 million of 24.2 million eligible voters cast their ballots, a junta spokesman said.
Set in Pittsburgh in the early 1990s, “The Gymnast” follows a young athlete who, after a life-changing accident, loses her identity — much like her city. But director Charlotte Glynn, who also grew up there, found contemporary parallels in the story. “Mass amounts of people
By Humeyra Pamuk and Idrees Ali DUBAI, Feb 4 - Nuclear talks between the United States and Iran are expected to take place in Oman on Friday, a regional diplomat said, with a possible confrontation looming as U.S. President Donald Trump builds up forces in the Middle East.
Key points The UK government has introduced one of the most significant overhauls to inheritance tax in recent history, replacing the domicile system with a residence-based framework since 6 April 2025. For expats who have spent a decade or more abroad, these changes represent
The government’s policy U-turn features tension, deja vu, a big misunderstanding and a surprise plot twist.
With Russian ground troops bogged down in a grinding war of attrition, Moscow is striving to press home its advantage in the skies – through an ever-evolving army of drones, courtesy of Iran. In early January, wreckage of a drone found in Ukraine hinted at a new high-speed
The warning comes after the mercury suddenly rose after two weeks of extreme snowfall.
"What you have achieved is not just a historic musical accomplishment, it’s a cultural and human victory," the musician wrote in El Nuevo Día
The UK leader's comments came after Russia renewed its attacks on power plants and critical infrastructure in Ukraine.
Sustained snow since late January has left residents struggling to leave home and forced schools and businesses to close.
Pressure from US politicians has grown on Parliament not to hold up defence spending.
Hong Kong authorities are moving toward issuing the city’s first stablecoin licenses, with the Hong Kong Monetary Authority targeting March for an initial round. Market expectations, however, have been carefully managed. Based on regulatory signals and industry briefings, the
Despite seeming ideal for crowded cities, these compact cars captured just $11 billion of the $800 billion global EV market.
Iran stands at a decisive moment, shaped by internal resistance, international recalibration, and a growing recognition that past approaches have failed. One of the most significant recent developments is the mounting call within Europe to designate the Islamic Revolutionary
U.K.-based sales and distribution company Blue Finch Films has picked up worldwide sales rights, excluding Canada, to “Unholy Night,” a holiday horror feature marking the directorial debut of Michael Gabriele. The film recently completed production in Charlottetown, Prince
Liu, a veteran investigative journalist, and his assistant are reportedly in custody for "illegal business operations" and "false accusations".
Palestinians began returning to Khan Younis via the reopened Rafah crossing, but only a few crossed as aid stayed blocked and many remained stranded.
TAIPEI, Feb 4 - If Taiwan's opposition-controlled parliament continues to block $40 billion in proposed extra defence spending the international community could misunderstand the island's determination to defend itself, President Lai Ching-te said on Wednesday.
The blast was reported in the accessible toilet at the petrol station.
The President, who is midway through his term in office, had denied wrongdoing.
Also in this newsletter: EU and Australia close in on free trade deal, why the digital euro is at a gridlock, and the EU and UK look set to tighten ties.
Key points Thailand has become one of the most popular destinations for expats looking to buy property abroad. With its warm climate, low cost of living, and welcoming communities, it's easy to see why so many foreigners are investing in homes there. But while buying property
During a secretive Kyiv visit, NATO’s Mark Rutte meets Zelenskyy, tours bombed infrastructure and stresses urgent air defence support for Ukraine.