AI-generated children's books, personalized with real kids as stars, are frustrating parents who find them boring, lacking in quality, and potentially risky due to data privacy concerns.
Meta is piloting StoryKit, an AI app that generates personalized children's stories with custom characters, settings, lessons, and music, requiring no writing from parents. The app, available in select countries, aims to craft imaginative storybooks for kids but faces criticism for outsourcing human creativity.
The Arles photography festival features diverse exhibitions, including "We Are Not Alone: Alien Images" showcasing UFO photographs, "Animal Model" exploring animal photography, and works by Paul Kodjo, Saodat Ismailova, and Ming Smith, challenging traditional hierarchies in art.
Sky e NOW annunciano un rafforzamento dell'offerta seriale con novità internazionali, produzioni originali e franchise amati. Il catalogo include 'La bella stagione', 'Codice Nero', e il ritorno di 'Avvocato Ligas'. Per lo sport, grande attenzione al calcio con la Serie A, Champions League, e altri eventi internazionali.
Sky e NOW annunciano un'offerta ricca di serie TV originali e internazionali, con nuovi progetti come "La bella stagione" e "Codice Nero", e un vasto palinsesto sportivo che include calcio, tennis, atletica e molto altro.
Diljit Dosanjh's film 'Satluj', formerly 'Punjab 95', has been removed from ZEE5 in India shortly after its streaming debut. The film, based on human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, faced years of delays and certification issues.
Legendary Pandavani exponent Teejan Bai has passed away at the age of 70 after a prolonged illness. She died at AIIMS, Raipur, where she was being treated for health complications. Bai was a celebrated folk artist, known for her storytelling performances based on the Mahabharata, and received numerous prestigious honors throughout her career.
The 2026 Walkley mid-year media prizes celebrated innovative journalism, with Matilda Boseley winning the young journalist award for her Parliament-Tea series. Riley Walter was named Young Australian Journalist of the Year, also winning for short-form and specialist reporting on a $150m NAB fraud investigation. Other winners included ABC teams for reporting on women's leadership, violence against women, and science.
Pauline Hanson addresses her new MP's comments on immigration and Indigenous flags. The Albanese government offers concessions on capital gains tax changes. Iran plans maritime fees in the Strait of Hormuz, Ukraine drones strike Moscow, and Lionel Messi's family requests "humanity" amid health reports.
Guardian Australia's Matilda Boseley won for innovative storytelling, while The Sydney Morning Herald's Riley Walter was named Young Australian Journalist of the Year at the 2026 Walkley mid-year media prizes. Other winners included ABC teams for women's leadership and reporting on violence against women.
Il Medimex 2026 si preannuncia come un'edizione "Punk", celebrando i 50 anni del genere musicale con un focus su incontri, racconti, moda e la sua influenza sulla cultura pop. L'evento, sostenuto dalla Regione Puglia, includerà mostre fotografiche, concerti e laboratori formativi per giovani musicisti.
Bollywood producer Karan Johar confirmed the pan-Indian release of 'Odiyan,' a Malayalam film starring Prithviraj Sukumaran and Manju Warrier. Directed by Rahul Sadasivan, the movie blends folklore and mystery, aiming for a wide audience across five languages.
The 54th Venice Theatre Biennale, under Willem Dafoe's creative direction, presents a diverse program featuring experimental theatre, cultural fusions, and a focus on marginalized voices. Highlights include Emma Dante's Golden Lion award, Davide Iodice's "Promemoria," and innovative reinterpretations of classic works.
Actress Prarthana Behere is set to star in the upcoming Marathi film 'Mardini', produced by Shreyas Talpade. The film explores themes of motherhood. Behere expressed excitement about the project, calling it a significant milestone and a departure from her previous glamorous roles. She also reflected positively on the evolving landscape of Indian cinema.
Veteran actress Madhoo acknowledges that her 1991 film 'Phool Aur Kaante' glorified eve-teasing and that such content would be unacceptable today. She also reflected on the changing portrayal of rape scenes in cinema.
Director Peter Weir received the first AFTRS Lifetime Achievement Award in Sydney. AFTRS chair Rachel Perkins hailed him as Australia's greatest filmmaker, noting his impact on Australian culture and Aboriginal representation. Weir, 81, reflected on his 43-year career and global influence.
Spider-Noir, a Prime Video series, exceeds expectations with its blend of fast-paced storytelling, compelling characters, and homage to the film noir era, anchored by Nicolas Cage's extraordinary performance as Ben Reilly/The Spider.
Author reflects on Marjane Satrapi's impact on comics, her legacy, and personal connection after hearing of her death on June 4.
Lançado em Joaçaba, o projeto Jornada do Influenciador Meio-Oeste visa profissionalizar criadores de conteúdo locais, transformando-os em empreendedores com CNPJ e contratos, fortalecendo a economia regional.
Zack Polanski, leader of the Green party of England and Wales, advises Australian Greens to engage with public anger and learn from populist right-wing strategies to counter One Nation effectively.
A new art project, 'The People's Tree', will transform wood from the felled Sycamore Gap tree into a 'living archive' through participatory storytelling, sound, and sculpture, following a public vote. The initiative aims to foster reflection and connection inspired by the loss of the landmark.
Daredevil: Born Again's second season intensifies the conflict between Matt Murdock and Wilson Fisk, with a darker, grittier aesthetic inspired by Michael Mann's Thief. The season explores themes of light vs. darkness, with Fisk's authoritarian grip on New York City and Murdock's vigilante allies forced underground.
Cannes 2026 highlights Arab and Middle Eastern cinema. Films from Palestine, Morocco, Egypt, and Iran feature prominently. This marks a shift towards culturally rooted storytelling. The festival emphasizes auteur cinema over Hollywood blockbusters. Arab filmmakers are gaining global recognition. This edition signifies a defining moment for regional cinema on the world stage.
[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] Hong Kong, May 8, 2026 — PT MNC Digital Entertainment Tbk (“MNC Digital” or “MSIN”) officially unveils V+Short, its premium micro drama platform, in a highly anticipated launch event held at The Peninsula Hong Kong. Designed for a fast-evolving, mobile-first audience, V+Short introduces a new era of storytelling through immersive, bite-sized content that seamlessly blends global appeal with strong local resonance. Under...
