Le boycott du cinéaste israélien Nadav Lapid à Marseille, critique de son pays, suscite l'indignation de plusieurs personnalités du cinéma. La déprogrammation de son film au festival FID divise.
Discussions for a third Osaka Metropolis Plan referendum have begun, but opposition parties (Komeito and Liberal Democratic Party factions) have boycotted the meeting, citing procedural disagreements. This leaves the Osaka Restoration Association to lead the debate, raising concerns about the plan's development and the feasibility of meeting the tight deadline for the upcoming unified local elections.
Des personnalités du cinéma comme Justine Triet et Natalie Portman dénoncent la déprogrammation du cinéaste israélien Nadav Lapid au festival FID de Marseille, qualifiant le boycott de "cruel" et "contreproductif".
German politicians are largely boycotting the Football World Cup abroad, a departure from tradition. Only the responsible State Minister is expected to attend initially, with the absence attributed partly to the political climate, including the influence of Donald Trump.
England captain Ben Stokes and player Gus Atkinson reportedly broke team curfew and were involved in a physical altercation after a Test win. Former captain Geoffrey Boycott called for a suspension, not a fine, for Stokes, emphasizing the need for discipline and leadership by example.
Le réalisateur israélien Nadav Lapid dénonce l'appel au boycott qui l'a contraint à annuler sa venue à un festival de cinéma à Marseille, qualifiant cette démarche de "cruelle" et "violente".
China restricts Japanese films at film festivals amid row
Ethiopia's government acknowledged challenges and opposition to the general elections, while an Oromo front called the vote a "farce" and imposed a travel ban. Experts debate the legitimacy and need for a national consensus.
Two-time Olympic champion Vyacheslav Fetisov urged Russian players to boycott the NHL All-Star Game, protesting the new format that places them in a "Rest of the World" team alongside other nationalities, while Canada, USA, Finland, and Sweden have their own teams.
As the US approaches its 250th anniversary, many artists are withdrawing from the "The Great American State Fair" festival due to political ties. Vanilla Ice, however, will perform, stating he "would play for anyone" and that the event is about "America's birthday."
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a progressive Democrat, has announced he will not participate in the annual Israel Day Parade, citing his views on the Israeli government's policies. The decision has drawn criticism from former Israeli PM Naftali Bennett and others.
Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson calls for his team to 'win this war' against Israel in Nations League matches amid Irish protests over Israel's actions in Gaza, despite pressure to boycott.
Agnès Jaoui exprime son inquiétude face aux jugements hâtifs et défend Patrick Bruel contre la censure, malgré les plaintes pour violences sexuelles contre lui, soulignant le danger de la "folie purificatrice" et l'importance de la présomption d'innocence.
Brooklyn's Park Slope Food Co-op votes 67% in favor of boycotting Israeli products, citing alignment with its socially conscious history and response to Israel's actions in Palestine, amid deep rifts and external attention.
The People Power Party criticizes the ruling party's focus on Starbucks' controversial marketing as a diversion from the "Lee Jae-myung trial cancellation special prosecutor" and a "people's tribunal" for local elections.
South Korean card companies partnered with Starbucks are on alert as a boycott over 'Tank Day' marketing escalates. The situation highlights the risks of co-branded credit cards (PLCC), where card issuers share risks with partners.
French Open organizers and top tennis player representatives held a constructive meeting regarding prize money, agreeing to continue dialogue. Players seek a 22% share of Grand Slam revenue by 2030, up from 15%, and greater involvement in tournament decisions and player well-being initiatives.
Players at the French Open are protesting insufficient prize money by limiting media appearances. The French Tennis Federation (FFT) has pledged to make concrete proposals on prize money, player welfare, and representation within a month following talks with leading agents.
Progressive organizations in South Korea have declared a boycott of Starbucks and demanded the resignation of Shinsegae Group Chairman Chung Yong-jin over the '5.18 Tank Day' controversy. They accuse Starbucks Korea and Chung of disrespecting historical events like the Gwangju Uprising and the June Democracy Movement.
South Korean political parties clashed over the recent anti-Starbucks movement, sparked by a controversial marketing campaign. The ruling party criticized the opposition for politicizing a minor mistake, while the opposition accused the ruling party of defending a company that mocked historical events.
Alors que Patrick Bruel fait face à plusieurs plaintes pour viols et agressions sexuelles, ses fans sont divisés. Certains défendent la présomption d'innocence et maintiennent leur soutien, tandis que d'autres choisissent de boycotter ses concerts.
A progressive student group has announced a boycott of Starbucks Korea and demanded the resignation of Shinsegae Group Chairman Chung Yong-jin over a promotional event using the phrase 'Tank Day' on May 18th, the anniversary of the Gwangju Uprising.
Des joueurs de tennis menacent de boycotter Roland-Garros pour protester contre la faible part des revenus des Grands Chelems qui leur est reversée. Malgré une hausse des prize money, le pourcentage alloué aux joueurs pourrait passer sous les 15%, loin des 22% revendiqués.
Tennis stars at the French Open are escalating a dispute with Grand Slams over revenue sharing, with Novak Djokovic warning of sport fragmentation. Players demand fairer pay and greater voice, citing issues beyond money like pensions and scheduling.
