The 2025 Cannes Film Festival, now at its halfway point, has already delivered surprises, standout stars, and new regulations, making it one of the most talked-about editions in recent years.
As the 2025 Cannes Film Festival approaches its final days — with the closing scheduled for May 24 — the event has captured global attention through a mix of surprise appearances, A-list celebrities, and newly enforced red carpet rules. The festival kicked off with tributes, such as the one honoring Robert De Niro, and unexpected moments like Denzel Washington receiving an honorary Palme d'Or during the premiere of Spike Lee’s film. Rihanna also stunned onlookers by joining A$AP Rocky on the red carpet.
Tom Cruise premiered the latest "Mission: Impossible" installment, while Bono debuted a personal documentary. Films at the festival have largely reflected contemporary concerns, such as climate change and geopolitical crises, with many already gaining Oscar buzz.
Cannes has also made headlines for formalizing dress code rules, and overly dramatic gowns. The festival also saw milestones like the first Nigerian film featured in an official selection and the directorial debuts of celebrities like Kristen Stewart and Scarlett Johansson.
South Korea’s President Lee Jae-myung appoints Yeo Han-koo as chief trade negotiator amid ongoing tariff talks with the U.S., aiming to ease tensions and secure a swift deal.
For the first time, two Chinese aircraft carriers were observed carrying out operations simultaneously in the Pacific Ocean, a development that Japan's defense minister interpreted as a sign of China's growing ambitions to expand its military reach.
The forum features plenary sessions, industry-focused panel discussions, B2B meetings, and a large investment exhibition.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has pledged to counter the "damaging" notion that democratic systems are failing, especially during a time of widespread global instability.
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev highlighted the strong Kazakh-Finnish partnership and expressed willingness to deepen ties, while the OSCE Chairperson praised Kazakhstan's growing regional influence and cooperation.
The Israel Defence Force (IDF) has announced the death of senior Hamas commander Muhammad Sinwar. His body was reportedly identified on June 8th among five others found in a tunnel complex near the European Hospital in Khan Younis.
South Korea’s President Lee Jae-myung appoints Yeo Han-koo as chief trade negotiator amid ongoing tariff talks with the U.S., aiming to ease tensions and secure a swift deal.
For the first time, two Chinese aircraft carriers were observed carrying out operations simultaneously in the Pacific Ocean, a development that Japan's defense minister interpreted as a sign of China's growing ambitions to expand its military reach.
The forum features plenary sessions, industry-focused panel discussions, B2B meetings, and a large investment exhibition.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has pledged to counter the "damaging" notion that democratic systems are failing, especially during a time of widespread global instability.
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Presidential candidate Miguel Uribe Turbay is in critical condition after being shot three times — including twice in the head — during a campaign event in Bogotá.
A 30-year-old woman was shot by police in Munich on Saturday evening after stabbing two people at Theresienwiese, a central park best known for hosting Oktoberfest.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has condemned U.S. immigration raids and National Guard deployment in Los Angeles, calling for reforms instead of enforcement.
Israel’s military says it has identified the body of top Hamas commander Mohammed Sinwar beneath a hospital in southern Gaza.
Warner Bros. Discovery will divide into two separate publicly traded companies, aiming to sharpen focus and maximize the value of its expansive media assets, the company announced Monday.
Tom Cruise has officially entered the record books again—this time for a stunt involving a flaming parachute performed 16 times for Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning.
One of J.M.W. Turner's earliest oil paintings, lost for over 150 years, has resurfaced and is set to be auctioned for up to £300,000 in London.
ABBA star Björn Ulvaeus is using AI to write a new musical and says it helps spark ideas.
Disney is cutting several hundred more jobs across its global operations, targeting departments like film, TV, and finance, as it continues to streamline costs in a rapidly evolving media landscape.
The Israel Defence Force (IDF) has announced the death of senior Hamas commander Muhammad Sinwar. His body was reportedly identified on June 8th among five others found in a tunnel complex near the European Hospital in Khan Younis.
South Korea’s President Lee Jae-myung appoints Yeo Han-koo as chief trade negotiator amid ongoing tariff talks with the U.S., aiming to ease tensions and secure a swift deal.
For the first time, two Chinese aircraft carriers were observed carrying out operations simultaneously in the Pacific Ocean, a development that Japan's defense minister interpreted as a sign of China's growing ambitions to expand its military reach.
The forum features plenary sessions, industry-focused panel discussions, B2B meetings, and a large investment exhibition.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has pledged to counter the "damaging" notion that democratic systems are failing, especially during a time of widespread global instability.
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