‘The President’s Cake’ Review: Party Politics
Shot in Iraq, this period piece depicts a young girl’s efforts to prepare for a celebration of Saddam Hussein’s birthday.
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Pakistan will seek govt nod in potential India T20 finals clash
‘We are here to play good cricket and we’re not bothered about the conditions,’ Captain Salman Agha says The government in Islamabad cleared the national team to take part but ordered them not to play in the marquee group match against India on February 15. PHOTO: AFP Captain Salman Agha said on Thursday that Pakistan … Read more
Liverpool in ‘good place’ for years to come
Arne Slot is deeply disappointed with Liverpool’s miserable run so far. Photo: AFP LIVERPOOL: Liverpool’s recruitment of rising stars will put the club on a sure footing for years to come, according to manager Arne Slot despite a difficult season for the Premier League champions. The Reds sit sixth in the Premier League after a … Read more
Starmer Apologizes for Ex-Ambassador Mandelson’s Epstein Ties
Newly released documents detailed connections between the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and Peter Mandelson, who was picked to be the U.S. envoy by the British prime minister, Keir Starmer.
Ukraine and Russia to swap 314 prisoners amid ongoing peace efforts
US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff delivers a press conference upon the signing of the declaration on deploying post-ceasefire force in Ukraine, during the so-called ‘Coalition of the Willing’ summit, at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France, January 6, 2026. SOURCE: REUTERS Delegations from the United States, Ukraine and Russia have agreed to exchange 314 prisoners, … Read more
Who Is That Masked Man? The Orchids Aren’t Telling.
Mr. Flower Fantastic, guest designer for the New York Botanical Garden’s Orchid Show, lets his art speak for itself, never showing his face.
T20 World Cup to begin after chaotic build-up
Co-hosts India are the defending T20 World Cup champions. Photo: AFP MUMBAI: Cricket’s T20 World Cup begins Saturday after an acrimonious build‑up overshadowed by political turmoil, with Bangladesh kicked out and Pakistan refusing to face arch-rivals and co-hosts India. When the first ball is finally bowled after a chaotic lead-in, Pakistan will open the tournament … Read more
Khelif says she is open to genetic testing by IOC for 2028 Olympics
‘I will not surrender until I have justice because I know justice is on my side above all else,’ she says Paris 2024 Olympics – Boxing – Women’s 66kg – Final – Roland-Garros Stadium, Paris, France – August 09, 2024. PHOTO: REUTERS Algerian boxer Imane Khelif said she will comply with genetic testing requirements as … Read more
Rethinking Shakespeare in Shanghai
A recent production of “Othello” proves that small creative flowers can grow between the dreary slabs of cultural concrete laid by the Communist Party.
Global gold prices update – February 5, 2026
[ Precious metals retreat sharply as dollar hits near two-week high, risk assets sell off Gold and silver prices fell sharply in a broader market selloff on Thursday, as the dollar advanced to a near two-week high and US-China trade tensions showed signs of easing. Spot gold declined 0.9% to $4,917.61 per ounce, as of … Read more