India becomes new superpower of ‘French fries’
What began as an experiment to survive drought has now turned into a booming success story for Jitesh Patel, a farmer from Gujarat, whose...
Netflix uses AI for first time to create visual effects
In a notable development for the entertainment industry, Netflix has confirmed it has used generative artificial intelligence (AI) to create visual effects in one...
Prada’s Kolhapuri controversy sparks global debate on cultural credit
Italian luxury fashion house Prada has found itself at the center of a growing controversy over cultural appropriation after unveiling sandals in its June...
Ireland film industry flourishes with global recognition
Ireland’s film industry is experiencing unprecedented success, buoyed by sustained investment, local talent development, and some of the world’s most generous tax incentives. Once...
TikTok set for rebirth in US with “M2” App
After months of uncertainty and a looming threat of a complete ban under the “divest‑or‑ban” law, ByteDance and its potential partners appear poised to...
Jeff Bezos-Lauren Sanchez’s wedding: Jets, water taxis and celebs
The storied canals and Renaissance palazzi of Venice are set to stage what global media are calling the “wedding of the century,” as Amazon...
Saudi Arabia to stick to its 73-year-old alcohol ban for FIFA World Cup 2034
In response to recent media reports suggesting a potential relaxation of its longstanding alcohol prohibition, Saudi Arabia has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining the...
Vietnam to block Telegram amid allegations of criminal activity
Vietnam's Ministry of Information and Communications has directed telecommunications providers to block access to the messaging app Telegram, citing the platform's alleged failure to...
Cannes film market proceed with caution amid US tariffs
The 2025 Cannes Film Market is proceeding with a sense of cautious optimism, despite the recent announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump proposing a...