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Chinese Coast Guard rams Philippine boat in South China Sea, sparking diplomatic clash
A Chinese Coast Guard vessel collided with a Philippine government ship while it was supplying fuel to Filipino fishermen in the South China Sea. Manila accused Beijing of deliberately ramming the vessel during a humanitarian mission, while China claimed the Philippine ship cut across its bow despite repeated warnings. The incident matters because it has…
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Oppo unveils first smartphone with three 200-megapixel rear cameras
Oppo has unveiled its Find X10 Pro Max flagship smartphone in China, becoming the first manufacturer to equip a device with 200-megapixel sensors across all three rear cameras. Whilst raw megapixel count has become less critical to image quality, Oppo’s inclusion of a 17-stop dynamic range via its proprietary “DeepPix sensor technology” indicates the company…
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EU trade deficit with China tops €1bn a day in July
The EU is importing far more from China than it exports there, with the bloc’s trade deficit exceeding €1bn a day in July. The widening imbalance is increasing pressure on Brussels to address trade relations with Beijing, as both sides seek to avoid a broader trade war. The deficit reached €36.5bn in July, compared with…
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Trump to zero-in on Iran nuclear threat, Gaza plan and UN overhaul in world stage speech
President Trump is addressing the United Nations General Assembly, confronting multiple major geopolitical challenges that will shape his second-term foreign policy, including Iran’s nuclear programme, the Gaza conflict, and strategic competition with China. Trump plans to argue that his administration has tackled global problems previous governments allowed to persist, with Iran expected to dominate both…
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2 More September 2026 PS Plus Extra Games Available to Download Now
Two additional PlayStation 5 games have been added to PS Plus Extra in the UK, USA, and Japan as of 22 September 2026. Ball X Pit and Slitterhead are now available to subscribers in these territories, though members in other regions received access to the full September lineup earlier in the month. Sony is trialling…
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Busan Film Festival Expands Pan-Asian Platform With Japanese Filmmakers Showcase and Diverse Jury Panel
The 31st Busan International Film Festival is strengthening its support for regional cinema through multiple initiatives aimed at facilitating international collaboration. The festival will host Japan Pitch, presented by
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Parvathy Thiruvothu on Playing a Police Officer in ‘Pradhama Drishtiya Kuttakkar’ and Speaking Out About Misogyny Despite Scrutiny: ‘I Enjoy Watching Patriarchy Fall Apart’
Indian actor Parvathy Thiruvothu stars in the thriller “Pradhama Drishtiya Kuttakkar” (“Prima Facie Guilty”), portraying a police officer in uniform for the first time in a Malayalam film. This marks a significant milestone for Thiruvothu, who has spent two decades in roles that challenge systemic structures and who has been a prominent vocal activist against…
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Japan Pitch Heads to Busan Film Festival With Four Co-Production Projects (EXCLUSIVE)
Atmovie Inc. will present Japan Pitch at the 31st Busan International Film Festival, showcasing four Japanese filmmakers seeking international buyers, producers and co-production partners. The event forms part of the Atmovie Global Track accelerator, backed by the Japan Creator Support Fund through the Japan Arts Council, and aims to help Japanese creators secure international film…
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Rima Das, Shan Zuolong, Shim Eun-kyung Named to Busan’s New Currents Jury
Busan International Film Festival has named Indian director Rima Das, Chinese producer Shan Zuolong and Korean actor Shim Eun-kyung to the jury for its New Currents Award. The prize highlights debut feature filmmakers from Asia and can provide an important platform for emerging directors, with a KRW20 million (£10,000) cash award. Das brings extensive festival…