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Dominic Cooke to Direct ‘John Daniel,’ Real-Life Story of Woman’s Friendship With Baby Gorilla in Post-WWI England, as Cornerstone Boards Sales (EXCLUSIVE)
Acclaimed British theater director Dominic Cooke, behind the recent stage spin-off “Game of Thrones: The Mad King,” is to helm his first film since 2020’s Benedict Cumbe…
If Trump Gets Another Supreme Court Pick, MAGA Wants a Loyalist
For years, Supreme Court aspirants have avoided talking about how they might rule.
Reader Q&A: How can we radically change the way we live? Ask Aditya Chakrabortty
And is the government’s heavy investment in this vision, and its apparent determination to pursue it, contributing to a failure to properly acknowledge or address seriou…
Andreas Malm condemns UK travel ban as ‘drift into authoritarianism’
Swedish climate academic says he has been ‘kept in the dark’ over Home Office decision to revoke his travel authorisation The Swedish climate academic Andreas Malm has c…
Emirati Filmmakers on Building a Local Cinema Ecosystem: ‘We Have a Long Way to Go’
Two Emirati filmmakers are bringing distinctly local stories to the 13th edition of the Sharjah Intl.
Pope Leo calls for the disarmament of AI: ‘Machines are tools, not persons’
Pope Leo XIV says AI systems should be "disarmed," adding that humans "have the responsibility to guide, change and, when necessary, reject its applications." In Friday'…
‘There’s a new chapter to write’: Le Bris upbeat as Sunderland eye Coventry reunion
Extra time in the 2025 Championship playoff semi-final second leg was almost over and Sunderland had secured a 1-1 draw that consigned Coventry to a 3-2 aggregate defeat.
People of 27 nationalities may be among those killed or injured in Spain train crash, Sánchez says – Europe live
Some 69 people have been confirmed dead but the toll may rise further, with at least 70 people reported missing Peunte begins by paying tribute to all affected by the in…
Treasury Department announces new Series I bond rate of 5.51% for the next six months
Department of the Treasury has announced new Series I bond rates through April 2027.
Set up to fail? Where England's World Cup campaign went wrong
England's men and women endured different types of disappointment at the Rugby League World Cup on Friday - and the inquests have already begun.
Binance hackers stole $6.3 billion in record-breaking crypto heist
Binance has disclosed that $6.3 billion worth of crypto funds have been stolen from the platform, in what's believed to be the biggest cryptocurrency hack on record.
Pope Leo XIV becomes first pontiff to vote in a US election
The Chicago-born pontiff, who has a tense relationship with Trump, mailed in a ballot for the midterm elections that will decide control of the US Congress.
Business secretary says UK needs to understand direction of EU before signing up to closer relationship – UK politics live
As a former culture secretary he knows how much Britain’s greatest actors mean to the country, and Sir Patrick was one of the very best.
I gave birth in ambulance on A96 amid staff shortages at local hospital
Hannah Smith was travelling to Aberdeen Maternity Hospital as she could not go to Dr Gray's in Elgin.
Germany news: Merz calls for Korean reunification at DMZ
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has expressed hope for Korean reunification during a visit to the heavily fortified border.
STAT+: Up and down the ladder: The latest comings and goings
From new hires to departures, promotions and transfers, here are the latest comings and goings in the pharmaceutical industry.
Forest Whitaker Joins Rachid Bouchareb’s ‘Boomerang Atomic’ As EP Ahead Of DOC NYC Screening
EXCLUSIVE: Academy Award-winning actor and producer Forest Whitaker has joined Rachid Bouchareb’s Boomerang Atomic as an executive producer ahead of its screening at DOC…
Senators briefed on Trump’s ‘insane’ plan to restart war on Iran
Senator Chris Murphy says he’s been briefed on Trump’s plan to restart the war on Iran.
Can Iraola continue his impressive record against Arsenal on Sunday?
Andoni Iraola has beaten Arsenal in three of his last four attempts - can he continue this run of good form against the Gunners on Sunday?
Emerging Arab Directors Given a Pathway Toward Filmmaking Careers by Expanded Pitching Platform at Sharjah Film Festival
Film Festival for Children and Youth is expanding its pitching platform for its second iteration.
France braces for new wave of protests, govt warns of 'very high' violence risk
France's interior minister on Thursday warned of a "very high risk of public disorder" and announced the deployment of around 70,000 police officers for a new wave of pr…
Ireland 'have it in us' to claim Springboks series win
Ireland head coach Scott Bemand says his side are ready for their "second ascent" as they target a historic series win over South Africa.
How Suzuki has wowed Villa fans since replacing Martinez
But what started as a chant for Emiliano Martinez and morphed into defiant support for young Japanese goalkeeper Zion Suzuki has become something else.
‘Guria’ Wins Best Film At Asia Pacific Screen Awards; ‘9 Temples To Heaven’ Takes Best Director
Guria, directed by Georgia’s Levan Koguashvili, won Best Film at the Asia Pacific Screen Awards on the Gold Coast, Australia, with the film’s producers Olena Yershova, K…
This electric screwdriver uses a camera and AI to figure out what bit you need
Companies like Hoto and Fanttik have elevated the design and functionality of tools like electric screwdrivers, but Arrowmax wants to make them smarter by adding a camer…
O'Neill agrees with McGregor about Celtic issues
Manager Martin O'Neill says he is in "full agreement" with captain Callum McGregor's assessment of Celtic's issues, but insisted they will "sort it out".
Russian, Ukrainian humanitarian officials enter Oleshky
At least 14 others were wounded in the attack in the central city of Dnipro, including an 11-year-old boy.
Christa Pike makes first public comments since failed execution: ‘There is pain in my mind and in my soul’
In comments released by her legal team on Friday, the prisoner said that there had not been a moment since she was injected with a massive dose of the sedative pentobarb…
Trump, Vance scrap planned appearances in final stretch of midterm campaign
Trump and JD Vance have canceled planned appearances across three states, reducing in-person campaigning in the final days before midterm elections.
How Election Day can affect your heart
Studies link election stress to irregular heartbeats and an increase in heart attacks.
Weekend Winners: Best bets for the Breeders' Cup
Ahead of another Saturday of racing, the Weekend Winners team reconvene to discuss the best betting angles.
'It's a process' - Alonso explains Estevao's lack of minutes
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso discusses Estevao’s lack of playing time so far this season.
North Korean group blamed for $6.3bn Binance hack in biggest ever crypto heist
Hackers working for North Korea are suspected of hacking a Binance employee's laptop, which allowed the theft of billions in crypto.
The Iran war is deepening the US energy crisis. A bad winter is ahead | Mark Wolfe
Congress must act to ensure that families are able to heat their homes before the start of the season Heating oil may be the clearest warning yet of how the war in Iran…
Experts warn AI copyright changes could breach Australian constitution and spark huge compensation rights case
Scraping copyrighted material from internet could ‘potentially’ amount to acquisition of property by government, Anne Twomey says Get our daily political email, free app…
Attorney For CNN, MS NOW & Politico Talks About Why It’s Urgent To Stop Latest Trump White House Ban: “The Chilling Effect Is Immense”
This week, CNN, MS NOW and Politico challenged the Trump White House’s latest effort to punish the press: restricting the outlets from access to areas like Air Force One…
Skip the small talk: Make game-changing connections at TechCrunch Founder Summit with Braindate
At TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026, happening November 4 at SoWa Power Station in Boston, networking powered by Braindate is designed to make those conversations easier t…
O'Neill vows Celtic will 'sort out' striking options
Martin O'Neill agrees with Celtic skipper Callum McGregor's questioning of his striking selections and insists they will "sort it out".
‘A Court of Thorns and Roses’ Book 6 Breaks Sarah J. Maas’ Release Day Record With 1.7 Million Copies Sold (EXCLUSIVE)
“A Court of Thorns and Roses” fans returned to Prythian in staggering numbers this week with the release of Sarah J.
Yorkshire Water boss resigns after firm downgraded
Nicola Shaw, who has led the company since 2022, will step down in January, it is announced.
MLB World Series: Why did baseball’s biggest stage struggle for viewership?
When Brewers and Rays faced off, it marked the first World Series between two of MLB's smallest spenders in 35 years.
‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians’ Debuts New Season 3 Footage at Lucca Comics as Stars and Creator Tease the Show’s ‘First Real Bad Guy’
“Percy Jackson and the Olympians” stars Walker Scobell, Leah Sava Jeffries and Aryan Simhadri — along with the show’s co-creator and executive producer Jonathan E.
Emery believes 'time and consistency' will make Jackson one of the PL's best strikers
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery believes that 'time and consistency' will allow Nicolas Jackson to become one of the Premier League's best strikers, but he admits he still h…
GM to pay $220 million after selling customer Smart Driver data
Owners of GM cars found their driving data had been sold to insurance companies.
How will the women's vote shape the US midterms?
With the US midterms approaching, we examine the power of the women's vote in an election that will shape the balance of power in Washington during Donald Trump’s final…
Waymo’s next robotaxi is a purpose-built Toyota bZ4X
Waymo announced today that when it launches a robotaxi service in Tokyo in 2027, it will use Toyota bZ4X electric vehicles that are assembled in Japan.
Doyle: Glad to be back in the saddle
Sky Sports Racing’s ambassador prepares for her first rides back at Southwell on Saturday and previews the key contests from Keeneland at the Breeders' Cup on Saturday.
Mayor defects from Greens after Zionism motion
Drew Creek joins the Labour party after the policy motion was passed earlier this month.
'You lack information' - Maresca's frosty reporter exchange over Chelsea red cards
Enzo Maresca had a frosty exchange with a reporter when discussing Chelsea's red card history whilst he was in charge of the London club.
Mercury, lead and methanol found in counterfeit beauty products seized across UK
Copies of popular cosmetics and skincare products more likely to contain toxic substances, Trading Standards warns Mercury, lead and methanol have been found in counterf…