Pressure grows on Fifa president Gianni Infantino after he cancelled a private finance plan for the World Cup, prompting a boycott threat reiteration from Uefa and criticism from Conmebol.
John Woo's "A Better Tomorrow" celebrates its 40th anniversary, marking its release on August 2, 1986. The film redefined the Hong Kong action genre, inspired directors like Quentin Tarantino, and was Hong Kong's top-grossing movie in 1986 with HK$34.6 million.
Robert Bush, former owner of Legacy Independent Funeral Directors in Hull, admitted 67 offences including fraudulent trading and denying proper burials, affecting 300 victims. The case highlighted the unregulated funeral industry in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, prompting a promise from the prime minister to review laws.
Shenzhen-based creators are leveraging AI to produce comic dramas, drastically cutting production time and costs. China's AI short-drama market is projected to reach 40 billion yuan (US$5.9 billion) this year, with content gaining global viewership.
District councillor Peggy Wong and Prestige Construction directors Gordon Ho and Hau Wah-kin deny allegations of gift bag exchanges for proxy votes and bid-rigging in Wang Fuk Court renovation contract selection.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has appointed former FTC chair Lina Khan to lead the board of the NYC Economic Development Corporation (EDC), alongside Anthony Shorris as president and CEO. Mamdani aims to combine urban business growth with his progressive affordability agenda, emphasizing economic development and justice.
Thailand's SEC filed a criminal complaint against Bitkub Online and two former directors, Sakolkorn Sakavee and Thaweesap Rawan, for allegedly providing false information regarding a 2021 cyberattack. Bitkub disputes the allegations, stating disclosure was delayed to prevent a bank run, while considering a potential IPO.
The Norway soccer federation plans to file a formal complaint to Fifa ethics investigators regarding Donald Trump's alleged intervention to clear Folarin Balogun from a mandatory one-game ban at the World Cup, citing external influence on the ruling.
OKX appointed former NY Governor Andrew Cuomo to its board, leveraging his regulatory expertise for its push into licensed financial services, including a joint venture with ICE. This move aims to secure broker-dealer status and institutional customers, occurring as Congress debates the CLARITY Act, which addresses the overlap between political power and crypto wealth.
Sai Marthand, a former Tech Mahindra network engineer, achieved unexpected success with his directorial debut film 'Little Hearts'. The romantic comedy, made on a modest budget, grossed around Rs 40 crore worldwide and earned him an award, paving the way for future projects.
A documentary delves into the intense, sometimes fraught creative process of Oscar-winning cinematographer Robert Richardson, known as 'white devil.' It features interviews with directors like Scorsese and Tarantino, and explores Richardson's personal life, including family estrangements and his relationship with his late mother.
Birds of War, a documentary, chronicles the relationship between Syrian activist Abd Alkader Habak and BBC journalist Janay Boulos, using archive footage and personal messages to depict their love story against the backdrop of the Syrian civil war and broader Middle East instability.
Back-to-back earthquakes along Venezuela’s Caribbean coast have claimed at least 1,430 lives, with hundreds of buildings collapsed and thousands missing. In Caracas, families search the Bello Monte mortuary for loved ones amid criticism of the government’s response.
Elaine May faced significant legal and creative battles with Paramount Pictures over her 1975 gangster film "Mikey and Nicky," leading to a troubled production and initial unfavorable reviews. Despite these challenges, the film has gained cult status, with its 50th anniversary celebrated by a 4K restoration screening at Lincoln Center, highlighting May's enduring artistic vision and the unique difficulties she faced as a female director in Hollywood.
Investment firm Castlelake's third bid for easyJet, valued at £4.7bn (625p/share), faces shareholder skepticism due to a wide gap with the current market price and concerns over the bid's structure and deliverability under EU ownership rules.
Le réalisateur James Burrows, cocréateur de la série "Cheers" et qui a tourné des sitcoms à succès comme "Friends" et "Will & Grace", est décédé à 85 ans. Sa famille a salué son "héritage durable" et sa contribution à la télévision.
Russia's Foreign Ministry warns NATO countries of a devastating response if Russia is attacked. Meanwhile, reports indicate a US-Israeli strike on a humanitarian aid aircraft in Iran, and attempted Ukrainian drone attacks on Moscow.
Historically, women have been prominent in film editing, often seen as subordinate roles. However, experts highlight their crucial creative contributions and skill, challenging the notion of editing as unskilled labor and noting the ongoing imbalance in creative leadership positions.
While the US stock market has doubled since 2020, many American families face economic hardship. Rising costs for cooling homes, credit card debt, and utility bills strain household budgets, contrasting with the perceived success of the wealthy.
An expert believes the Bank of Russia will likely maintain its key interest rate at 14.5% during its upcoming meeting on June 19, citing global macroeconomic and geopolitical factors. While the market anticipates gradual easing, significant rate cuts are deemed improbable.
Roelof Botha, former managing partner at Sequoia Capital, has been appointed to SpaceX's board of directors. The appointment fills an existing vacancy and Botha will serve until the next annual shareholder meeting, also joining the audit committee. He previously worked with Elon Musk at PayPal.
Tyra Banks has filed a defamation lawsuit against Netflix and the directors of the docuseries 'Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model,' alleging the program defamed her by misrepresenting her interview and portraying her negatively. Banks claims the docuseries led to a 20% drop in ratings for her Australian ice cream business.
Alessandro Casolari, a former Italian football ultra leader known as "Caso," recounts a life filled with crime, including hostage negotiation, cocaine smuggling to Italy, and alleged human rights abuses in prison. The author, a journalist, details Casolari's journey from leading ultras in Ferrara to his involvement with Farc guerrillas and his claims of political prisoner status.
Architectural Digest and WIRED explore the evolving concept of "home," focusing on resilient design, smart technology integration, affordability, and the desire for adaptable, human-centered spaces in the face of climate change and technological advancements.
