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Watchdog demands apology after UN memorial erroneously honors Hamas terrorist
A United Nations memorial ceremony has drawn criticism after it honoured Imad Youssif El Samhouri, a former UNRWA employee later identified by Hamas as a field commander in its Al-Qassam Brigades. UN Watch has demanded apologies from UN Secretary-General António Guterres and General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock, arguing the incident raises concerns about UNRWA’s ability…
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Livvy Dunne selflessly passes along three keys to ‘Baywatch’ slow motion run to NFL quarterback’s girlfriend
Livvy Dunne shared advice with Olivia Ponton on how to perform a “Baywatch”-style slow-motion run, in a social media video highlighted by the article. Ponton, who has been linked in reports to Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, then used the exchange as online content; the piece presents it light-heartedly as an example of sharing know-how.…
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Wim-Wenders Produced ‘I’ll Be Gone in June’ Bought for North America After Cannes Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)
KimStim has acquired North American rights to Katharina Rivilis’ debut feature, ‘I’ll Be Gone in June’, after its world premiere in Cannes’ Un Certain Regard section. The deal positions the coming-of-age drama for a North American theatrical release in spring 2027, extending its international distribution following sales in several other territories. Set in Las Cruces,…
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Nepal earthquake triggers catastrophic flash floods; 400+ tourists unaccounted for, 95+ dead
A powerful earthquake in Nepal on Wednesday triggered devastating flash floods as the Bhote Koshi River surged violently near the Nepal-Tibet border, carving a 30-mile trail of destruction through settlements. Entire bui
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Second lady Usha Vance keeps ‘open mind’ amid JD Vance 2028 speculation
Second lady Usha Vance said she is keeping an “open mind and open heart” about her family’s future as speculation grows over whether Vice President JD Vance may seek the Republican presidential nomination in 2028. She said the family would support whatever course he considers right, while stressing that his immediate priority is the forthcoming…
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Candidates Are Signing a Pact Promising Action on Data Centers and AI Safety
More than 15 US political candidates have signed the AI Pact, a five-point pledge calling for stronger regulation of artificial intelligence and data centres. It reflects growing voter concern about data centres’ environmental effects, opaque development deals and the influence of large technology companies, while allowing candidates to support projects that may create jobs. The…
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Ban on drags shows in Texas struck down by Reagan judge citing Dolly Parton’s ‘sex symbol’ legacy
A federal judge in Texas has again struck down a law restricting certain drag performances, ruling that it violated First Amendment free-speech protections. The decision is a setback for Texas Attorney General and Senate candidate Ken Paxton, whose office had defended the measure, and highlights concerns that its wording could criminalise a broad range of…
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US disrupts Chinese cyber espionage targeting Senate and agencies
The US Justice Department says it disrupted an alleged Chinese state-sponsored cyber espionage operation by seizing two domains used to compromise and obscure access to sensitive networks. The action is significant because the reported targets included major federal agencies, the Senate and critical-infrastructure sectors, highlighting the continuing threat from long-running state-backed hacking. Prosecutors identified the…
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Fourteen babies die in Islamabad hospital fire as Dolly Parton dies aged 80
DNA testing is needed to identify the infant victims of a Pakistani hospital blaze, while India confirms its first Gaganyaan test launch this year, Waspi women await Burnham’s pension pledge, and County Fermanagh celebrates a barn owl breeding boom.