With World Distracted by Iran War, Israeli Settlers Intensify Attacks in West Bank
Israel has failed to arrest a wave of violence against Palestinians, prompting military officials to urge the government to intervene.
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Alzheimer’s drugs may not work and could raise brain risks
A major Cochrane review has found that drugs designed to target amyloid beta proteins in the brain are unlikely to provide meaningful benefits for patients. At the same time, these treatments appear to increase the risk of brain swelling and bleeding. Amyloid beta is a protein that builds up in the brains of people with…
Cade Cunningham takes huge superstar step by saving Pistons from first-round upset
This first-round series against the Orlando Magic was a major test in the rapidly ascending career of Cade Cunningham, and he passed it with flying colors. For the first time in his five NBA seasons, Cunningham is headed to the second round of the playoffs after the Pistons defeated Orlando, 116-94, in Game 7 on…
‘Viva’ (‘Alive’) Film Clip With Aina Clotet
Spanish actress, screenwriter and director Aina Clotet (This is Not Sweden) is clearly alive with creative energy. And Alive is also the English title of her feature directorial debut Viva, which will world premiere in the competition lineup of the 65th edition of Cannes Critics’ Week, the sidebar that runs alongside the main Cannes Film Festival. The Catalan…
World Cup prize pool nears $900 million as FIFA boosts payouts
VANCOUVER, CANADA – APRIL 28: Gianni Infantino, FIFA President, presents Vittorio Montagliani, FIFA Vice-President and President of the Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football (CONCACAF), with a gift during FIFA Council Meeting No. 36 at Fairmont Pacific Rim hotel on April 28, 2026 in Vancouver, Canada. (Photo by Verity Griffin – FIFA/FIFA…
The Best Star Wars Gifts for Everyone, From Padawans to Jedi Masters (2026)
I have received many, many Star Wars gifts over the years. I spent the first Christmas Day that I can remember flying Luke and his X-wing around the house. I met Darth Vader (David Prowse) when I was 6. I can still feel the shiver of fear as he strode through the double doors, reaching…
Iran warns US Navy against entering Strait of Hormuz
Threat follows Donald Trump’s announcement that America would ‘guide’ stranded ships through waterway
‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Leads
The South Korean box office saw a surge in activity during the weekend of May 1–3, as high-profile international sequels drove audience turnout. According to data from KOBIS, the tracking service operated by the Korean Film Council, “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” claimed the top spot in its opening weekend, earning $3.8 million from 575,467…
World’s Super-Rich Boost Conflict Economy Wagers Amid Iran War
Members of the world’s ultra-wealthy are striking bets on a range of sectors seeing valuation swings in the fallout from the war in the Middle East, signaling how rising geopolitical tensions are reshaping private investors’ focus.
Coalition accused of secretly giving big tobacco lobbyists private platform in parliament | Smoking
Anti-smoking campaigners have accused the Coalition of secretly giving tobacco giants access to a parliamentary inquiry, a move they say undermines more than 15 years of precedent to protect public health. On Monday, representatives from tobacco company Philip Morris appeared before a Senate committee considering the illegal tobacco trade in Australia. Chaired by South Australian…