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Superman kissing scenes cut by India’s censor board sparks backlash over double standards
Critics have slammed the move as hypocritical, pointing out that the board routinely allows graphic violence and misogyny in Indian films while censoring consensual intimacy in Hollywood ones. Read More
Smell like Putin: Russia releases scented candle to promote patriotism
The candles cost around €6 and promise to fill a room with a unique fragrance in just 30 minutes. From “Aroma Putin Black Vanilla” to “Symbol of the Russian Empire”,…
What MEPs and Parliament’s parties’ want from the EU budget
Each political group is seeking to safeguard at least one flagship priority within the EU’s long-term budget, and is prepared to defend it to the bitter end. Read More
Ukrainian artist paints icons on ammunition boxes to boost soldiers’ morale
A 71-year-old Ukrainian artist is using a paintbrush instead of a rifle to support the army, turning ammunition boxes into religious icons he donates to frontline soldiers. Read more at…
Netanyahu’s coalition under pressure as ultra-Orthodox party announces exit
The departure of United Torah Judaism leaves Netanyahu with a razor thin majority in a government coalition dominated by two far-right parties. Read more at Read More
Polish prosecutors probe far-right lawmaker over Auschwitz denial
Grzegorz Braun was widely condemned by leading figures in Poland after labelling Auschwitz concentration camp and its gas chambers as “fake”. Read more at Read More
Take a first look at the new Harry Potter in HBO’s anticipated TV adaptation
Production has begun on HBO’s TV adaptation of Harry Potter, as the first picture of the lead actor in costume is released. Read More
Beyoncé’s unreleased music stolen during ‘Cowboy Carter’ tour
Police have issued an arrest warrant for an unidentified suspect after five thumb drives containing unreleased music were stolen from a rental car. Read More
Rome–Naples railway line gets earthquake early warning system that stops trains automatically
Italy’s first rail Earthquake Early Warning System debuts on Rome–Naples line, using sensors to detect and halt trains. Read More