You Are Not Alone: ‘Michael’ sequel could begin shooting later this year
The studio executive behind the Michael Jackson biopic ‘Michael’ has confirmed that a sequel is in the works, and could shoot as early as this year. Read More
This airline just launched Europe’s smallest free cabin allowance (and it’s not a budget carrier)
Lufthansa’s latest no-frills offering takes air travel back to the very bare basics, but how does its cabin allowance stack up against those offered by other European carriers? Read More
Royal recruits boost volunteers as the Netherlands builds up its military reservists
The royal seal of approval, together with recruitment campaigns running across the media, has proven so successful that the military is now working overtime to arm, train and accommodate the…
Belgium seeks to take control of nuclear reactors in move to control energy supplies
Brussels believes the solution to soaring energy prices as a result of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine and the war in the Middle East is to permanently transition away from…
Trump tightens US naval blockade as Iranian rial collapses to record low
The latest drop follows a currency shock several months ago, when the rial fell from around 1.4 million to 1.6 million per US dollar in under a week, as the…
Blinded by the flag: Is this mystery statue in London a new Banksy?
If the statue is a new Banksy, it is in keeping with the elusive artist’s politically-charged works. Speculation continues, as Banksy has not yet claimed authorship… Read More
Global press freedom at lowest level in 25 years, Reporters Without Borders report shows
In its latest report, RSF has warned that press freedom is at a 25-year low, with over half the world in “difficult” or “very serious” status and few “good” countries.…
Israel halts Russian grain ship amid stolen Ukrainian wheat row
After days of diplomatic row between Ukraine and Israel, Israeli grain importer Zenziper said it is postponing the unloading of the grain on board the ship said to be carrying…
Israel intercepts Gaza-bound flotilla, arresting 175 activists
Isreal has intercepted a Gaza-bound aid flotilla in international waters near Greece, arresting 175 activists, with officials saying blockade enforcement is vital to stop weapons reaching the territory. Read More
Kyiv shuns Moscow’s ‘Victory Day truce’ asking for long-term ceasefire
After the Easter truce, Moscow is now proposing a Victory Day parade ceasefire as the Kremlin is concerned over Ukraine’s long-range striking capabilities. Moscow has already scaled down the parade,…