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Actor, who died on Monday aged 78, built career spanning five decades and transcending genres Actor Sam Neill, the Jurassic Park star who died at the age of 78 on Monday, was known for a five-decade career of Hollywood blockbusters. Establishing himself as one of cinema’s most versatile and respected actors, Neill featured in intimate … Read more
A judge ruled in favor of two Singaporean ministers in a closely watched defamation trial seen as a significant test of the country’s libel laws and their implications for press freedom.
There is more to the northeastern Italian region of Veneto than its famous capital. We explore the area’s many treasures by bike, boat, train and on foot.
A documentary on the life of one of the country’s most acclaimed actors, the late Zia Mohyeddin, is all set for its international release at the Asian American International Film Festival (AAIFF). With 15 years of work put in by producer Umar Riaz and his team at Asna Pictures, the documentary is set to feature … Read more
Iran demands end to Israeli aggression in Lebanon as part of its interim deal with Washington signed last month Smoke billows from southern Lebanon following an Israeli strike, as seen from Nabatieh, southern Lebanon, June 19, 2026. REUTERS Lebanon and Israel resumed talks on Tuesday in the Italian capital, with Beirut hoping for progress towards … Read more
In a show of collective strength, President Emmanuel Macron of France hosted European allies at the annual Bastille Day parade in Paris. Yet Europe is still a hostage to America’s foreign policy.
Actor Komal Aziz sparked discussion on social media after sharing her views on financially supporting one’s parents, saying she doesn’t believe women should be responsible for covering familial expenses and crediting her father for ensuring her mother’s financial independence after his death. During a question-and-answer session on her Instagram stories, fans asked Komal whether she supported … Read more
President Trump announced a 20 percent fee on cargo through the waterway, despite his own administration’s position that such fees violate international law.
The Ukrainian firm Fire Point has produced weapons that hit Russian territory. Its next goal, developing an antimissile system, is a much bigger challenge, experts said.
Deep in the Amazon rainforest, a heated rivalry has split a town for a century. It’s got nothing to do with sports or politics.