Youth took centre stage on opening day at the UN Alliance of Civilizations 10th Global Forum on Monday, with young directors recognised for their films at an international festival and a forum showcasing the next generation of movers and doers, from empowering women in violence-ravaged northwestern Nigeria to deradicalising youth in Jammu and Kashmir. Kicking […]
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An Israeli airstrike hit 20 sites in southern Lebanon and central Beirut. The strikes preceded talks on a US-mediated ceasefire with Hezbollah, with optimism expressed by officials ahead of a vote by Israel’s security cabinet. ADVERTISEMENT A massive explosion sent a thick plume of white smoke billowing over Tyre province in southern Lebanon on Tuesday
Raja’a is a displaced 63-year-old widow from south Lebanon who has been praying for a ceasefire deal to end the devastating war between Iranian-backed militant group Hezbollah and Israel. To date, the conflict has killed thousands and caused over 1 million Lebanese to flee their homes. As the winter months set in on the Lebanese
As global platforms make greater inroad into the French market, local regulators could now push for a rise in transparency. Since adhering to the EU’s Audiovisual Media Services Directive, original signatories Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Disney+ have significantly upped their investment in French film and television, with the three contributing €866 million ($906 million
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Sonos Era 100 The best speaker for hosting is the Sonos Era, currently $50 for Black Friday. The smart smeaker which delivers rich, full sound, with deep bass and crisp highs, while their innovative “Trueplay” technology automatically adjusts the sound based on your environment and the type of music you’re listening to, so tunes always
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“Wicked” composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz revealed in an interview with the Los Angeles Times that he pitched Ariana Grande on a different version of “Popular” for the film adaptation that she instantly turned down. The Grammy winner was adamant that her Glinda could not have any traces of her own music career, so she
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Hot Chip and Sleaford Mods are Hot Mods. The British bands joined forces for a pair of new songs, “Nom Nom Nom” and “Cat Burglar,” recorded at London’s Abbey Road Studios and released today to benefit War Child. Listen to the songs below and pre-order the 7″ at Bandcamp, via Friendly Records. Plus, scroll down
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Credit: Spinall/Instagram Elites from Nigeria and Ghana gathered in elegance and style at the Grand Arena, Accra International Conference Centre, for the 9th Exclusive Men of the Year (EMY) Africa Awards. Since its inception in 2016, the awards have honoured distinguished gentlemen excelling in various fields and making remarkable contributions to society. This year’s event
With autumn in full swing in the south we’re enjoying afternoon temperatures in the 70s and low 80s. It’s pleasant enough that I can get out in the yard to tackle some of the bigger projects I’ve been putting off. When the heat of summer raises temperatures into the 90s and the humidity is high
Emirates, the world’s largest airline as well as the Official Airline Partner and Principal Partner of the AC Milan soccer team based in Italy, has unveiled a striking new A380 special livery to mark the club’s 125th anniversary since it was first incorporated. The livery sees the airplane emblazoned with the club’s trademark colors of
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