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Busan’s Asian Contents & Film Market Names Japan 2026 Focus Country for Producer Hub

  • Japan is Busan Producer Hub’s 2026 Focus Country.
  • Ten Japanese producers will pitch projects in October.
  • The programme is expanding international co-production links.

Busan’s Asian Contents & Film Market has chosen Japan as the 2026 Focus Country for its Producer Hub, a networking programme linked to the Busan International Film Festival. The selection will bring 10 Japanese producers to Busan in October to pitch projects and seek international partners, reflecting Japan’s…

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Championship 2026-27 preview: the contenders, hopefuls and strugglers

  • Relegated clubs lead a competitive promotion race.
  • Wolves and Southampton face major managerial scrutiny.
  • Middlesbrough, Millwall and Wrexham are chasing playoffs.

The 2026-27 Championship season is expected to feature several well-resourced promotion contenders, particularly the clubs relegated from the Premier League, alongside ambitious sides seeking to build on strong previous campaigns. West Ham, Wolves, Burnley and Southampton are all under scrutiny after contrasting summers, while Middlesbrough, Millwall and Wrexham…

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Britain’s scorched fields mean a food crisis – and the government is ignoring the one measure that would help | George Monbiot

  • Monbiot warns food supplies face simultaneous climate and trade pressures.
  • He argues Britain needs strategic food reserves again.
  • The government is accused of overlooking systemic food-security risks.

George Monbiot argues that Britain faces a growing food-security risk after extreme summer heat damaged domestic crops, while weather disruption, war and shipping constraints have weakened international supplies. He says the government is failing to prepare adequately, particularly by refusing to restore strategic food stockpiles that could cushion…

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Sailors, shadows and a dog in a dress: heroes of the street – in pictures

  • Street photography awards celebrate fleeting moments worldwide.
  • French photographer Daniel Kashi won the Open category.
  • Jaipur will host the exhibition in November.

The Pure Street Photography Awards 2026 showcase spontaneous and carefully timed images from photographers around the world. The selected work highlights street photography’s ability to find humour, drama and visual illusion in everyday public moments. - The exhibition will show eight winning images and 158 finalists at Jawahar…

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Ritchie Blackmore rejoins Deep Purple on stage after 33 years

  • Blackmore rejoined Deep Purple on stage after 33 years.
  • They performed “Smoke on the Water” in New York.
  • The cameo signals a thaw after decades of estrangement.

Ritchie Blackmore has performed with Deep Purple for the first time in 33 years, joining the band on stage at Jones Beach in New York for “Smoke on the Water”. The appearance marked a significant reconciliation between the founding guitarist and his former bandmates after his acrimonious departure…

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Staffer to Liberal leader Angus Taylor loses it at Channel Ten political reporter in hot mic moment: ‘No wonder 10 Plus got cut’

  • Taylor's staffer caught on hot mic abusing a Ten reporter over ICAC questions
  • Reporter had pressed Taylor on alleged disguised donations to the Liberal Party
  • Taylor denies any payments were made by him or his family; not accused by ICAC

A staffer for Australian Opposition Leader Angus Taylor was caught on a hot microphone berating a Network 10 political reporter after a press conference, accusing her of asking unfair questions. Media director Kane Silom confronted political editor Ashleigh Raper, calling her line of questioning a "fricking disgrace" after…

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Inside KATSEYE on ‘Tonight Show’: Their Wild ‘Animal’ TV Debut, Thanking Fans for ‘Support’ During Sophia & Manon Hiatus (Exclusive Photos)

  • KATSEYE performed “Animal” on Fallon ahead of Wild’s release.
  • Four members appeared during Sophia and Manon’s hiatuses.
  • The group thanked fans for ongoing support.

KATSEYE made its late-night performance debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, performing its new single “Animal” ahead of the release of its album Wild. The appearance matters as the group continues promotional activity as a four-piece while Sophia and Manon take mental-health hiatuses. Lara, Daniela, Yoonchae…

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