A wave of films exploring paranoid conspiracy theories reflects a growing public mistrust and a desire for hidden truths. From alien cover-ups to elite disguises, these movies tap into a market fueled by social media and political rhetoric, offering illusory order in uncertain times.
Ukraine launched a large-scale drone attack on Moscow early Thursday, with multiple drones hitting the capital's main oil refinery for the second time this week. Russian air defenses reportedly destroyed nearly 200 drones, but some caused damage, injuring 17 people. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy called the attacks a "fully justified" response to Russian bombings.
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.
Théodore Pellerin stars as a young Parisian diagnosed with HPV-related cancer in the French film 'Nino.' Pellerin discusses his character's struggle with vulnerability, his process for embodying complex roles, and his growing career in both French and English-language cinema.
Donald Trump announced a 14-point deal with Iran, calling it a "major win" for the US. The agreement includes financial concessions to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and prevent global economic instability. Key terms involve lifting sanctions, unfreezing assets, and potentially a reconstruction fund.
The Trump administration announced a 14-point agreement with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, claiming a "major win" despite concessions including potential release of frozen assets and easing sanctions. The deal aims to prevent global economic depression and halt Iran's nuclear program.
Russia launched a massive overnight attack on Ukraine, hitting civilian targets including the historic Dormition Cathedral in Kyiv. President Zelensky accused Moscow of deliberately targeting the UNESCO site, which suffered substantial damage. The death toll across Ukraine rose to 11, with 53 wounded. Meanwhile, Donald Trump spoke with Vladimir Putin, urging him to end the war.
Russia launched a new wave of overnight strikes on civilian targets across Ukraine, killing at least nine people and wounding dozens. The Dormition Cathedral in Kyiv, a Unesco World Heritage site, caught fire after being hit. The leader of the Orthodox Church in Ukraine denounced Putin as the 'Kremlin Antichrist' for the attack. Meanwhile, Donald Trump spoke with Putin, urging him to end the conflict.
Russia launched new overnight strikes on civilian targets in Ukraine, hitting the historic Dormition Cathedral in Kyiv and killing at least nine people across the country. The leader of the Orthodox Church in Ukraine denounced Putin as the "Kremlin Antichrist" after the attack on the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra complex.
Ireland's booming data centre sector, driven by AI, now consumes more electricity than all urban homes, leading to soaring household costs and environmental concerns. Experts warn this rapid growth outstripping renewables could serve as a global cautionary tale.
Data centers in Ireland are consuming vast amounts of electricity, exceeding that of all urban homes and contributing to soaring household costs. This growth, fueled by AI, is raising environmental concerns and serving as a cautionary tale for other nations.
Olivia Rodrigo's new album "Guts" delves into themes of openness and vulnerability, moving beyond pop-punk to incorporate new wave arrangements while retaining her signature singer-songwriter style. The album features influences from rock music, with standout tracks like "Drop dead" and "U + me = <3".
Former CIA analyst Larry Johnson claims US and Israeli strikes on Iran and Lebanon were deliberate attempts to sabotage ongoing peace talks. He suggests President Trump's rationale for retaliatory strikes is "doesn't make sense," especially with surviving pilots, and attributes the actions to pressure from "Zionist crowd" and pro-Israel politicians.
Israel's military reports detecting a new wave of rockets from Iran, triggering air raid sirens in central and southern regions. This follows Israeli strikes on Iran and a preceding Iranian rocket attack on northern Israel, all linked to retaliations over strikes on Hezbollah in Beirut.
Multiple critics analyze Steven Spielberg's filmography, highlighting his impact, style, and notable works across genres.
The US is proposing new tariffs on 60 economies for allegedly failing to prohibit imports made with forced labor. Tariffs of 10% or 12.5% could be imposed, impacting countries like China, India, and EU nations, potentially disrupting ongoing trade negotiations.
London Underground faced a major strike on June 2nd, leading to line closures, delays, and travel chaos for residents and tourists. The strike, by the RMT union, concerns a 35-hour, four-day work week and job safety. Further strikes are planned.
The Beatles' cultural impact remains unparalleled, with recent events, documentaries, and upcoming biopics reigniting a new wave of Beatlemania, comparing their enduring legacy to Shakespeare's.
Bitcoin price fell towards $72,000 after US military strikes on Iran pushed oil higher and sent shock through risk assets
EU officials propose expanding the use of the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR) sector-wide and streamlining safeguard measures to counter competitive pressures from subsidized Chinese firms, fearing Europe's industrial base could be severely impacted.
Human Rights Watch warns of escalating xenophobic attacks in South Africa, with anti-immigration groups like Operation Dudula targeting foreign nationals. Migrants report harassment, evictions, and discrimination amid rising social frustration and political rhetoric blaming them for unemployment and crime.
In Mexico, women searching for missing relatives are becoming targets of murder and disappearance, with hundreds of collectives facing escalating violence. This trend, particularly acute in Sinaloa, underscores the failure of governments to address the ongoing crisis of over 130,000 missing persons.
Athletes are increasingly targeted by cybercriminals using AI-driven scams, data breaches, and social media exploitation, with significant financial losses reported in the sports industry.
Alibaba and Tencent are increasing capital expenditure on AI, focusing on Chinese-made chips to alleviate supply chain issues, with Alibaba targeting cloud services and Tencent prioritizing internal demand.
