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Tobias Forge’s ‘V/H/S Mixtape’ Segment, Swedish Horror ‘Trespassers,’ ‘The End’ by ‘Midsommar’ Production Designer on Mylla Films Slate (EXCLUSIVE)
Mylla Films has expanded its Nordic genre slate with projects involving Ghost frontman Tobias Forge and “Midsommar” production designer Henrik Svensson. Forge is making his directorial debut with a music-video segment for the horror anthology “V/H/S/ Mixtape”, while Svensson is directing the experimental feature “The End”; meanwhile, Swedish horror film “Trespassers” will be pitched to…
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Ukraine reportedly deploys new Pelican missile in major Moscow-region assault
Ukraine has reportedly used its newly developed Pelican FP-7 ballistic missile during a large-scale attack on Moscow, striking an oil refinery and other infrastructure in the Moscow region. President Volodymyr Zelensky said the operation demonstrated Ukraine’s growing long-range capabilities, while Moscow accused Kyiv of trying to disrupt Russia’s elections. Moscow mayor Sergei Sobyanin said more…
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Can Trump and Xi cooperate to guide humanity through the AI revolution? Humanity might depend on it | Alan Finkel
The article argues that rapidly advancing AI is creating risks that governments cannot safely ignore, from threats to critical infrastructure to possible harm to humanity. It presents the planned meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping as an opportunity for the US and China to co-operate on safeguards, despite intense technological and geopolitical competition. AI…
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Ratcliffe blasts taxes as Germany faces crisis and Ukraine strikes Moscow
Billionaire Ratcliffe sparks taxes row prompting Education Secretary’s response as Germany convenes emergency talks after far-right and far-left electoral gains. Ukraine launches drone assault on Moscow; stabbing probed in Liverpool; new Miss Marple novel commissioned; EU warned of China reliance.
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Sorkin details Strong’s Zuckerberg-inspired treatment of co-stars
Director Aaron Sorkin has revealed the extent of Jeremy Strong’s method-acting commitment whilst portraying Mark Zuckerberg in the upcoming film *The Social Reckoning*. Strong remained in character between takes, forgoing his natural voice and mannerisms to embody how he imagines Zuckerberg treats those around him, avoiding socialising with fellow cast members on set. Sorkin expressed…
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Joby completes autonomous 3,199-mile US flight from California to North Carolina
Joby Aviation says it has completed the first fully autonomous flight across the United States, flying an aircraft from California to North Carolina without human control inputs. The achievement could help the company expand beyond its planned electric air-taxi services into freight, emergency response and defence logistics. The 3,199-mile journey used a converted Cessna Caravan…
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Founders invest in businesses designed to rebuild offline social connection
A growing group of founders is building businesses designed to bring people together offline, arguing that technology has weakened social connection and created demand for more shared experiences. Their ventures range from interactive gaming hardware to craft education and social-life platforms, reflecting a broader belief that combating isolation can also be commercially viable. Brynn Putnam’s…
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Burnham set to meet Trump at UN as UK government signals focus on strong US ties
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is preparing to meet Donald Trump face-to-face at the United Nations General Assembly in New York. The UK government is emphasising the importance of developing cooperation with the United Sta
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Merz faces mounting pressure as CDU risks state election losses
Friedrich Merz has vowed to remain German chancellor and pursue economic, tax and welfare reforms after projected state-election defeats intensified pressure on his leadership. The CDU fell below the 5% threshold in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and was expected to lose to Die Linke in Berlin, fuelling speculation about a possible mid-term replacement. The AfD was projected to…