15:37
Banksy’s new piece sparks mystery and speculation
Banksy has returned with a mysterious new artwork—this time, possibly in France—and fans are buzzing with theories.
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20:30
Marcel Ophuls, Oscar-winning filmmaker of The Sorrow and the Pity, dies aged 97
Marcel Ophuls, the acclaimed German-French documentarian known for his unflinching examinations of war and collaboration, has died at the age of 97.
13:45
Culture News
Azerbaijani and Turkmen carpet exhibition opens in Tbilisi celebrating cultural heritage
An exhibition of Azerbaijani and Turkmen carpets and handicrafts has opened in Tbilisi, celebrating the rich cultural heritage and centuries-old weaving traditions of both nations.
10:42
Culture News
Who’s in the running for the 2025 Cannes top prize?
After two thrilling weeks of premieres and parties, the Cannes Film Festival prepares to close with the crowning of this year's prestigious Palme d'Or winner.
17:34
Culture News
Cannes 2025 continues with surprises, stars and changes
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.
16:23
Culture News
Azerbaijan captivates audience at Ashgabat’s global music festival
Azerbaijan received praise for its powerful classical music performance at a major international festival in Ashgabat. The event highlighted the country’s rich musical heritage and cultural influence.
11:35
Culture News
Russian ballet supremo Yuri Grigorovich dies at 98
Legendary Russian choreographer Yuri Grigorovich has died at the age of 98. The former Bolshoi Ballet director was hailed as a transformative force in Soviet and Russian ballet.
13:00
Culture News
Cannes Film Festival kicks off with Robert De Niro honored
The 78th Cannes Film Festival opened with a star-studded ceremony, honoring Robert De Niro with an honorary Palme d’Or, as Hollywood’s finest gathered to celebrate cinema.
09:36
Novruz: A Celebration of Renewal, Unity, and Cultural Heritage
As winter turns to spring, millions worldwide celebrate Novruz— an ancient festival of renewal, unity, and cultural heritage. Recognized by UNESCO and the UN, it is officially marked as International Novruz Day on March 21, inspiring hope, peace, and togetherness across generations and borders.
04:00
Judge may dismiss New York Times from Justin Baldoni’s $400M defamation lawsuit
A U.S. judge on Tuesday suggested he may dismiss the New York Times from Justin Baldoni’s $400 million defamation lawsuit, where the actor claims the newspaper colluded with Blake Lively to damage his reputation.
21:49
Sicilian cheese throwing game thrills Italian town
A centuries old tradition of cheese-throwing has brought excitement to the town of Novara di Sicilia as its residents both young and old trooped out en masse to participate in the game.
23:30
James Bond producers hand over control to Amazon
Michael G. Wilson, and Barbara Broccoli, long term producers of the British spy thriller James Bond have stepped down from their respective positions.
22:18
Netherlands set to return 'stolen' Benin Bronzes to Nigeria
Netherlands has become the latest European country to return artefacts to Africa after it signed an agreement pledging to return 119 'stolen' historical artefacts to Nigeria after extensive consultation with its Colonial collections committee.
15:45
Peru
Peru celebrates 'The Virgen De La Candelaria' festival
One town in southern Peru was filled with tens of thousands of colorful dancers. They were taking part in the Virgen De La Candelaria Festival which was held in the city of Puno.
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Star-studded fundraiser
FireAid concert brings music legends together for wildfire relief
Music icons gathered in Los Angeles for FireAid, a benefit concert raising funds for victims of California’s deadly wildfires. The event featured Green Day, Stevie Nicks, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and surprise guest Billie Eilish, with proceeds supporting both immediate relief and prevention efforts.
11:03
"Shogun" and "Baby Reindeer" shine at Golden Globes
The Golden Globe awards on January 5 celebrated major wins for historical drama Shogun and UK-based series Baby Reindeer. The night also honored The Brutalist, Emilia Perez, and notable performances from Colin Farrell and Jessica Gunning.
09:14
Italy
Trevi Fountain reopens after extensive restoration
Rome’s iconic Trevi Fountain is back to its full glory after months of restoration. The historic landmark, one of the city’s top tourist attractions, reopened following cleaning and repair work that began in October.
21:14
Stockholm's underground: world's longest art gallery
With over 90 stations adorned with breathtaking works of art, Stockholm's subway is a must-see destination for art lovers and curious travelers. Spanning seven decades of creativity, the artwork in the metro system dates back to the 1950s and continues to inspire new generations of artists.
16:00
Red Sea Film festival grand opening in Jeddah
The Red Sea International Film Festival 2024 debuted with a gala on Thursday, December 5, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia's port city.
16:00
Festival of lights in Lyon celebrates 25th anniversary
Thousands of people are expected to attend Lyon's famous Lights Festival "Fete des Lumieres."
17:00
Billboard Apologizes To Taylor Swift for being featured as a Nude Wax on Ye's music video 'Famous'
Billboard apologized for posting an inappropriate video featuring Taylor Swift, reigniting controversy over her long-standing feud with Kanye West.
11:00
52nd International Emmy Awards Took Place in New York
The 52nd International Emmy Awards was held in New York City on Monday, November 25th—the Emmy Awards featured nominees from different countries and several categories that received the awards.
15:27
Nobel 2024: Ambros and Ruvkun win Medicine prize for microRNA discovery
The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded today to Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun for their pivotal discovery of microRNA—tiny genetic elements that regulate gene activity at the cellular level
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