BEIJING, Jan 5 - China is ready to strengthen strategic communication with Ireland and expand practical cooperation, while aiming to achieve mutually beneficial results, Chinese President Xi Jinping told Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin on Monday.
The US’ top diplomat Marco Rubio suggested that Washington will seek to influence policy change in Venezuela through oil blockades, but not involved in the day-to-day running of the country following a Saturday operation which overthrew and captured President Maduro.
Universal Music Group’s Indian division has secured a significant minority stake in one of Bollywood’s leading production houses, gaining global soundtrack rights in the process, it was confirmed on Monday. Universal Music India has entered into a definitive agreement to
He said leaders should implement reforms during their term and not overstay their welcome.
This year’s edition of the pan-regional awards will forgo competitive prizes and a red carpet as Hong Kong continues to grapple with the aftermath of the city’s most deadly blaze in decades.
The 243kg bluefin tuna was caught off the coast of Oma in the north-eastern prefecture of Aomori.
TAIPEI, Jan 5 - Chinese cyberattacks on Taiwan's key infrastructure from hospitals to banks rose 6% in 2025 from the previous year to an average of 2.63 million attacks a day, the island's National Security Bureau said, adding some were synchronised with military drills in
Pope Leo XIV on Sunday underscored the importance of safeguarding Venezuelan sovereignty after U.S. forces captured President Nicolás Maduro and took control of the country’s governance. Speaking in St. Peter’s Square during his Sunday prayer, the first American pope weighed in
India aims to be at the centre of a cross-continent web of green power connections.
Money moved into "safe-haven" assets as the operation increased concerns about geopolitical risks.
The ‘Marty Supreme’ star took his time onstage, saying, "I don't know if I'll be up here again."
The owner of the vehicle was found in Singapore following the viral incident.
China's theatrical market was more top-heavy than ever last year, as a handful of huge blockbusters — 'Ne Zha 2' with $2.1 billion and 'Zootopia 2' at $558.3 million — dominated, while mid-tier features faced further decline.
Trump administration officials will brief a select group of lawmakers on Monday on the operation in Venezuela to capture and arrest President Nicolás Maduro and his wife. The briefing on “Operation Absolute Resolve” will involve several administration officials, including
The pricey fish, caught off the coast of Oma in northern Japan, costs 2.1 million yen (US$13,360) per kilogram.
The Netflix animated movie won best song and animated film in its first award showing of 2026.
Timothée Chalamet took time to honor his longtime girlfriend, Kylie Jenner, when he took home the Critics Choice Award on Sunday night for his role as aspiring ping-pong champion Marty Mauser in “Marty Supreme.” “Thank you to my partner for three years. I love you. I couldn’t
South Korean presidential chief of staff Kang Hoon-sik said this in an interview on Jan 5.
SEOUL, Jan 5 - Beijing is unlikely to lift its unofficial ban on Korean culture anytime soon, South Korean Presidential Chief of Staff Kang Hoon-sik said in a radio interview on Monday.
John Mayer and McG have both spent a lot of time thinking about what is inherently special about the Chaplin Studios, the lot that previously was home to A&M Records, Henson Studios and, in its earliest decades, Charlie Chaplin’s production company. Between the two of them,
The ‘Hacks’ pair showed up dressed exactly like Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner at the ‘Marty Supreme’ premiere.
Russia is seeking to strengthen its foothold in Africa amid the wider confrontation with the West.
Trump said Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodríguez could "pay a very big price, probably bigger than Maduro" if she "doesn't do what's right".
This research was named among the top 10 mathematical breakthroughs of 2025.
It was Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's first remarks since Maduro was captured.
BEIJING, Jan 5 - Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Beijing cannot accept any country acting as the \"world's judge\" after the United States captured Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro.
Jimmy Kimmel won the best talk show prize at the Critics Choice Awards and used his acceptance speech to roast Donald Trump and thank all of the celebrities who rallied behind him earlier this year after ABC pulled his late night show off the air after two large owners of
If you love the kaleidoscope of horror and comedy from Bryan Fuller's previous projects like Hannibal and Dead Like Me, watch Dust Bunny.
“Hacks” stars Meg Stalter and Paul W. Downs had some fun on the Critics Choice Awards red carpet on Sunday afternoon as the pair donned bright orange vinyl outfits in a spoof of the outfits that Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner wore to the premiere of Chalamet’s new film
“Hacks” stars Meg Stalter and Paul W. Downs had some fun on the Critics Choice Awards red carpet on Sunday afternoon as the pair donned bright orange vinyl outfits in a spoof the outfits that Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner wore to the premiere of Chalamet’s new film “Marty
[Reporter] The past weekend marked not merely another date in the diplomatic calendar, but a genuine historic milestone in the annals of Russian-African relations. For the first time, the Ministerial Conference of the Russia-Africa Partnership Forum (RAPF) took place on the
Handler kicked off the 2026 awards season with Sunday night's trophyfest, airing on E! and USA Network: “You guys are all going to be spending the next three months together, so whoever wins tonight, get used to seeing them win.”
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk said Starlink, the company’s satellite internet provider, will provide the service free of charge to the people of Venezuela for the next month. Musk reposted a statement from Starlink’s account on the social platform X, which Musk owns, announcing the
In Washington and Caracas, the vision for administering Venezuela in the weeks and months ahead appears uncertain and stubbornly complex.
Mr Lee Jae Myung is the first South Korean leader to visit Beijing in six years.
He also appeared in ‘Cinderella Liberty,’ ‘The Day of the Dolphin’ and ‘The Front Page’ and spent the past 17 years teaching at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting.
SPOILER ALERT: This post contains light spoilers from Season 2, Episode 8 of “Landman,” “Handsome Touched Me,” which premiered Sunday, Jan. 4, on Paramount+. In a series full of scene stealers, Ali Larter more than holds her own on “Landman.” Playing Angela, the
Chelsea Handler didn’t hold back at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards. During her opening monologue at Santa Monica’s Barker Hanger on Jan. 4, the comedian went through all the big nominees, starting early with Leonardo DiCaprio, who’s part of one of the biggest movies of the
Rob Reiner received an emotional tribute at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards, which took place less than a month after the director and his wife’s tragic deaths. Chelsea Handler was the host of the awards ceremony and finished her opening monologue by sharing heartfelt words
Trade, regional security and Beijing's unofficial ban on Korean pop culture are on the agenda.
Martyn, who played 67 Test matches from 1992 to 2006, was diagnosed with meningitis late last month.
Sciences Po Saint-Germain near Paris trains current French secret agents and potential new recruits.
Some major retailers and independent stores have introduced AI body scans, CCTV or facial recognition equipment to identify crimes like shoplifting.
There’s a scene in “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple,” Nia DaCosta’s quick-fire sequel to last year’s horror franchise returnee “28 Years Later,” that’ll likely raise more than a few laughs in cinemas. On top of an English hill, surrounded by woods — and potential danger — Ralph
India’s aviation boom, delivery delays and a Russia tie-up revive the long-running question of building planes at home.
