Mexican influencer shot dead during livestream
César Gastélum, who was known for comedy and lifestyle posts, was killed at close range by a man on a motorbike.
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In Less Than One Minute, Star Wars' New Show Finally Does What Lucasfilm Never Could
The Ninth Jedi proves that the future of Star Wars should have nothing to do with anybody named Skywalker
Study probes Malaysia's corporate bond strategy: Offering Islamic bonds expanded corporate financing access
In the late 1990s, Malaysia created a new way for corporations to raise money by issuing bonds that comply with Islamic law, which prohibits the payment or collection of interest.
Total eclipse gives scientists chance to probe sun's mysteries
Scientists plan to use a total solar eclipse that will be visible in Spain next week as a rare chance to learn more about the stormy, unpredictable nature of our star.
The Missing Pages
"Sixty years after the Cultural Revolution began, a writer looks back to her childhood in Beijing during its peak, and the banned books that sustained her through the tumult."
Prateek Kuhad to Make Feature Film Acting Debut in Marginal MediaWorks, D36 and Jugaad’s ‘Drowning,’ Directed by Dar Gai (EXCLUSIVE)
Prateek Kuhad, the Indian singer-songwriter known for hits including “Cold/Mess” and “Kasoor,” will make his feature film acting debut in “Drowning” (“Doobna” in Hindi/Urdu), Marginal MediaWorks has revealed. Directed by Dar Gai and shot on location in New Delhi, the film marks
The longest musical composition in the world changes chords for the first time in two years
The glacially paced composition has been going for nearly 25 years and today, a new note is introduced to the John Cage Organ Project Halberstadt...
Japanese public broadcaster NHK says employee sexually assaulted by cast member
It happened after a social gathering attended by programme cast members and production staff.
Africa: Côte d'Ivoire Top Group B
[Premium Times] Tanzania and Burkina Faso, who both ended the group stage with three points, were eliminated
Ukraine failed to shoot down a single Russian missile launched in overnight barrage
Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday called for allies to send more anti-ballistic air defence, after Russian strikes killed at least 17 people overnight.
UN rights chief says Iran executed at least 56 people since March
GENEVA, Aug 5 (Reuters) - At least 56 people have been executed in Iran on national security-related charges since March 19, including 27 in cases linked to protests at the start of the year, United Nations human rights chief Volker Tuerk said on Wednesday. "I am alarmed by the
Bangkok hopes to pave way for Myanmar’s return to ASEAN, but analysts say caution is needed
Analysts believe that normalising bilateral ties with Thailand may be the ticket for Myanmar to get back into the ASEAN family.
These are the best ‘dupes’ for travel hot spots like Venice, Lake Como and Kyoto
Whether you’re looking for a city break or an island escape, this is where to go to avoid the crowds.
Peruvian cardinal hails $150m lead poisoning settlement for 1,300 people as a ‘historic milestone’
Cardinal Pedro Barreto received death threats and harassment during his almost 20-year campaign against a US mining company’s operations in the Andes A Peruvian cardinal who received a barrage of death threats when he challenged the firm behind a toxic smelter has called a
Transcript: Trump Seethes at Reflecting Pool Mess as Damning Leaks Hit
The following is a lightly edited transcript of the August 5 episode of the Daily Blast podcast. Listen to it here . Greg Sargent: This is The Daily Blast from The New Republic , produced and presented by the DSR Network. I’m your host, Greg Sargent. As you’ve heard by now,
Mass layoffs may be in EA's near future after leveraged buyout raises company debt by $18 billion
EA has told debt investors that it will cut $700 million annually, including $170 million in 'organizational efficiencies.'
EU releases €1.4 Billion to Ukraine from frozen Russian asset profits after Kyiv attacks
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced that €1.4 billion in profits from immobilised Russian assets will be allocated after Russia’s deadly strikes on Kyiv. Most of the funds will be used to repay G7 and EU loans while €70 million will be directed toward
Disney Streaming Profit Doubles in June Quarter, Company Shifting Consumer Products to Studios Division
Disney posted mixed results for the June 2026 quarter, as Disney+ and Hulu continued to boost profits and the theme parks division turning in solid performance. And Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro revealed his latest move to restructure the media conglomerate’s operations: He’s moving
Exclusive interview with the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to the Netherlands: Why Kazakhstan matters for travellers, investors and the future
Derya Soysal, Kazakh Tourism Ambassador: Your Excellency, Kazakhstan is increasingly attracting international visitors thanks to its rich cultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes. In your view, what makes Kazakhstan a truly unique destination? Why would you encourage
Iceland orders expulsion and re-entry ban on 21 anti-whaling activists, police say
Iceland is one of the only countries that still allows commercial whaling. Norway and Japan are the others.
DCCC adds 12 GOP seats to midterm target map
The additions bring the DCCC's target list up to 58 seats.
Trump’s AI testing plan is limited and vague
The Trump administration's framework for assessing potential cybersecurity risks posed by advanced AI reportedly has no interest in testing open models. Axios reports that not only do the voluntary guidelines outright exclude open models - meaning anyone can download them and
Was there ever life on Mars? The answer might be closer than we think
New research presented at the COSPAR space conference in Florence points to possible signs of ancient microbial life on Mars, based on mineral and organic matter found by NASA's Perseverance rover.
Two anime giants sign multi-billion deal that will shake up the industry
Twin Engine and Bandai Co., Ltd. have signed a massive deal to develop new IPs from manga to anime, and it will shake up the industry
China complains to Japan over defence white paper, foreign ministry says
The annual Japanese report claims that China has intensified its military activities around Taiwan.
Sri Lankan beauty pageant contestant fined with animal cruelty
The country has strict flora and fauna laws that prohibit handling wildlife, particularly endangered animals.
China sentences former defence industry regulator to 10 years for graft, influence peddling
BEIJING, Aug 5 - A Chinese court on Wednesday sentenced Zhang Jianhua, a former deputy director of its defence industry regulator, to 10 years in prison for bribery in part of a wider anti-graft shake-up in China's defence sector and military.