Martin Scorsese on the death of Pope Francis: ‘He radiated goodness’
Director Martin Scorsese met Pope Francis several times, including for the premiere of his 2016 film ‘Silence’ and before announcing his forthcoming film about Jesus. “The loss for me runs…
Govsatcom, Eutelsat, Iris2: Ukraine seeks European alternatives to Starlink
The threat to cut off Kyiv’s access to the Starlink satellite network could have far-reaching consequences for the war. To avoid this, Ukrainian authorities are seeking alternatives from the EU.…
Who is Kevin Farrell, the cardinal running the Vatican until the next pope is chosen?
The 77-year-old Irish-born priest is currently serving as camerlengo, a position which makes him acting head of the Holy See. Read more at Read More
Sudan’s RSF kill more than 30 people in latest attack in Darfur, activists say
Fresh violence by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) follows a multi-day attack that killed more than 400 people, according to the UN. Read more at Read More
Hegseth lashes out at media amidst ‘full blown meltdown’ at the Pentagon claims
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth is under pressure over reports of a second Signal chatroom and turmoil in the Pentagon. Read more at Read More
DCT Abu Dhabi chairman on expanding the country’s art collection to boost global cultural influence
In this episode of The Agenda, Mohammed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT) Abu Dhabi, discusses how Abu Dhabi’s expanding art collections and museums…
Cardinals gather at Vatican and choose Saturday for Pope Francis’ funeral
Pope Francis’ final will states that he will be buried at St. Mary Major basilica, outside the Vatican and home to his favourite icon of the Virgin Mary. Read More
Israeli airstrike hits tents sheltering displaced Gazans
An Israeli airstrike struck tents housing displaced Palestinians in central Gaza City on Monday, killing at least five people, including two women and a child, according to medics. Read more…
The Academy are implementing new rules for voting, AI and refugee filmmakers
The Academy has put forth a handful of new regulations on issues including voting, AI, refugee filmmakers and the newly launched casting category. Here’s everything you need to know. Read…
Putin open to direct ‘discussions’ with Ukraine as international pressure mounts
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s recent comments on potential bilateral talks could signal a shift in diplomacy, while Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelenskyy maintains push for a ceasefire. Read More