Faceless figures and stolen Jesus: Why is Brussels’ nativity scene so controversial?
The new nativity design by artist Victoria-Maria Geyer sparked debate on social media over its characters’ faceless depictions. Read More
Sabrina Carpenter and Franklin the Turtle hit out at Trump administration for ‘disgusting’ posts
Sabrina Carpenter and the publisher of the beloved children’s character Franklin the Turtle are disavowing the Trump administration’s use of their music and imagery to support its agenda. Read More
Apple Replay 2025: What is the most played song of the year?
Apple announced this year’s Apple Music Replay, its answer to Spotify’s popular Wrapped feature. Here are the most played songs of 2025… Read More
The British public has spoken: ‘Die Hard’ is not a Christmas movie
The annual debate on whether ‘Die Hard’ is a Christmas movie or not has finally been resolved. A new poll reveals only 38 per cent of UK public think the…
Palme d’Or winning director Jafar Panahi sentenced to prison by Iran Revolutionary Court
Iran has sentenced acclaimed filmmaker and Cannes Palme d’Or winner Jafar Panahi to one year in prison and imposed a travel ban for allegedly engaging in “propaganda activities” against the…
‘Nature’s greatest story’: Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi celebrates historic opening
The National History Museum Abu Dhabi is preparing to open its doors as the the latest addition to the Saadiyat Cultural District which is already home to Louvre Abu Dhabi,…
Cities across Kazakhstan lit orange to raise awareness of violence against women
Landmark buildings across Kazakhstan were lit up in orange to mark the UN’s International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Read More
‘Enter the arena’: Roman restoration project reveals secret ‘Commodus Passage’ in Colosseum
Want to walk in the footsteps of Roman emperors? Now you can because an ancient secret passageway in Rome’s Colosseum used exclusively by emperors is now open to the public…
007 casting race heats up as Callum Turner is new favourite for next James Bond
Callum Turner has become the bookies favourite for next 007, the latest name in consideration for taking over the role from Daniel Craig. Read More
Lilly Wachowski on right-wing misinterpretations of ‘The Matrix’
What was originally a transgender allegory has been hijacked over the years by various extremist groups. Now, ‘The Matrix’ co-director Lilly Wachowski has addressed the “crazy, mutant” misinterpretations of the…