‘A disgrace’: Woody Allen faces backlash over participation in Moscow International Film Week
The American filmmaker took part in a Q&A session via a video link, with pro-Putin Russian director Fyodor Bondarchuk moderating the conversation. Allen’s presence has sparked outrage, with Ukraine’s Ministry…
Latest Russian missile and drone attacks across Ukraine kill at least two and injure 33
At least two people were killed and 33 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine, with strikes hitting Kharkiv, Dnipropetrovsk, Sumy, and Kherson regions overnight. Read more at Read More
Turkish police search for Russian swimmer who disappeared during Bosphorus race
More than 2,800 swimmers from 81 countries took part in Sunday morning’s competition, the 37th time it has been held, which is considered one of the world’s leading open-water races.…
Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre’s memoir ‘Nobody’s Girl’ to be published months after her death
Giuffre finished working on “Nobody’s Girl” — slated for October release — before she died. Read more at Read More
Hundreds of filmmakers urge Venice Film Festival to take a stronger stand on Gaza
A group of international filmmakers are urging the Venice Film Festival, which starts this week, “to be more courageous and clear in condemning the ongoing genocide in Gaza.” Read More
WATCH: Kyiv holds ceremonies for Independence Day and fallen soldiers
Ukraine marked Independence Day on Sunday, three and a half years after the start of Russia’s invasion, with commemorative events held in central Kyiv. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | August 25th, 2025 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 25th, 2025 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Israeli strike on Gaza hospital kills 19 including journalists, outlets confirm
At least 19 people were killed by an Israeli strike on a hospital in Khan Younis on Monday, according to reports from the scene, including journalists and camera operators working…
In Pictures: Ballerinas take centre stage on iconic Bucharest avenue
Ballerinas performed outside Romania’s National History Museum this weekend as part of Dance Night – a festival that brings a mix of dance styles to Bucharest’s Calea Victoriei avenue. Read…
More than 2,800 swimmers cross continents in Istanbul’s Bosphorus event
Thousands of swimmers crossed the Bosphorus on Sunday as Istanbul hosted the 37th Intercontinental Swimming Race, an annual event linking Asia and Europe in open water. Read more at Read…