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Venice Classics 2024: 19 Restored Masterpieces from Wajda, Rossellini, Polanski and Cinema’s Greats

  • Venice Classics presents 19 newly restored films from legendary directors including Wajda, Rossellini, Buñuel, Corman, Cassavetes, and Hui
  • Standout restorations include Wajda's "Ashes and Diamonds" (praised by Scorsese), Polanski's "Cul-de-sac," and Tinto Brass's "Deadly Sweet"
  • The lineup spans postwar European cinema, political dramas, pop thrillers, and international works from the 1960s onward

The Venice Film Festival's Venice Classics program is presenting 19 newly restored films spanning decades of international filmmaking. The curated selection includes works by acclaimed directors such as Andrej Wajda, Rob

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Portugal Edge Croatia in World Cup Drama as VAR Call Seals Ronaldo’s Last-16 Passage

  • Portugal beat Croatia 2-1 with goals from Ronaldo (penalty) and Ramos to advance to the Round of 16
  • VAR disallowed Gvardiol's late equaliser for offside, a pivotal decision that sealed Portugal's progression
  • Portugal will face Spain next; Ronaldo's farewell World Cup campaign continues

Portugal secured a 2-1 victory over Croatia in Toronto to advance to the World Cup last 16, with captain Cristiano Ronaldo converting from the penalty spot and substitute Gonçalo Ramos notching a crucial 94th-minute head

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Veteran Producer Moritz Borman, Oscar-Nominated Filmmaker and Oliver Stone Collaborator, Dies at 71

  • German producer Moritz Borman, 71, died 1 July on a film set in Germany
  • Produced Oscar-nominated films and frequently collaborated with director Oliver Stone on major projects
  • Death confirmed by longtime partners; no cause disclosed

Moritz Borman, a prolific German-born film producer whose career spanning multiple decades established him as a significant figure in both prestige cinema and major studio productions, has died at age 71. The producer pa

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What are the new EU border checks and how will they affect your summer holiday?

  • EU's new biometric entry system (EES) causing 5-hour border queues despite being designed for efficiency; airlines report half-empty flights and missed departures
  • Travel industry formally requesting summer suspension; final decision rests with individual EU governments rather than airports

Security checks due to new digital entry and exit system have caused delays and missed flights for holidaymakersTravellers to the EU have faced additional border security checks since the launch of the digital entry and exit system (EES) last October.The new system means that most non-EU citizens, including…

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At least ten killed in large-scale Russian missile and drone strikes on Kyiv

  • Russian forces launched a major overnight missile and drone attack on Kyiv, killing at least 10 civilians and striking multiple residential areas and civilian infrastructure.
  • Russia claimed the strikes targeted energy and defence facilities in response to Ukrainian attacks; Ukraine accused Moscow of deliberately targeting civilians.
  • First large-scale assault in over two weeks; Poland activated defensive fighter jets after Zelensky warned of the incoming attack.

Russia launched its biggest strikes on the city in weeks with children among the "significant number" of casualties, Ukrainian officials say.

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Italian Tech Turnaround Firm Bending Spoons Debuts on Nasdaq at $18B Valuation, Surging 40%

  • Bending Spoons IPO'd on Nasdaq at ~$18B valuation with shares surging 40% in first-day trading
  • The Italian firm specializes in acquiring and operationally revamping struggling legacy internet brands including AOL, Evernote, and Meetup
  • Founders credit success to strategic discipline and lessons learned from prior startup failures, rather than luck

Bending Spoons, a Milan-based investment company, launched its initial public offering on Nasdaq and saw shares climb 40% on its first day of trading, closing at $40.50. The $18B IPO represents a major milestone for a fi

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Viral German Soccer Fan Freddy Withdraws From Social Media Amid Backlash but Maintains White House Visit

  • German sports fan Freddy became viral for documenting a World Cup road trip across America
  • He exited social media following backlash and public criticism of his story
  • Freddy's White House visit remains confirmed despite the controversy surrounding him

Freddy, a German football enthusiast whose cross-country World Cup journey across America gained significant online attention, stepped back from public digital spaces after encountering widespread criticism and social me

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Tottenham Complete £100m Tonali Transfer from Newcastle

  • Tottenham agree deal with Newcastle for midfielder Sandro Tonali worth up to £100m
  • Initial fee of £92.5m with additional bonuses tied to Champions League qualification
  • Transfer expected to complete subject to standard procedural requirements

Tottenham Hotspur have secured the signature of Italy midfielder Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United in a significant midfield acquisition. The deal is structured as an initial £92.5m payment with additional performance-

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