International

Social media has often come under fire for its negative impacts on society. However, one positive aspect that has emerged is its ability to introduce readers to new and noteworthy books. The annual TikTok Book Awards recently took place in London, where the international book of the year was awarded to Fourth Wing, a fantasy

Vue, an international cinema chain, has recently appointed Ismar Matagic as its new Chief Information Officer. Matagic, who previously served as the technology chief at Pret A Manger, brings a wealth of experience to his new role. He has held senior positions at John Lewis, where he oversaw insight and technology strategies. Matagic will be

The recent passing of John Mayall, at the age of 90, has left a void in the music world. A newly inducted member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Mayall was a prominent figure in the British blues scene. His influence extended far beyond his own successful career, as he played a pivotal

Marvel Studios/Disney’s Deadpool & Wolverine is making its highly-anticipated debut this weekend, signaling a resurgence in the post-pandemic box office and solidifying the brilliance of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Following a slump in November with the disappointing performance of The Marvels, the latest Deadpool installment directed by Shawn Levy and featuring fan-favorites Ryan Reynolds

Snoop Dogg, the renowned rapper and sportscaster, has been chosen as one of the final torchbearers to carry the Olympic flame in the last leg of its France-wide tour. This momentous occasion comes just before the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Working alongside Mike Tirico on NBC’s Primetime in Paris show, Snoop

The Oscar and BAFTA-winning Ukrainian feature “20 Days in Mariupol” has made waves in the film industry by securing two nominations at the prestigious British Grierson Awards. The film, directed by Mstyslav Chernov, follows the filmmaker’s journey through the besieged city at the onset of the Ukraine War. Nominated in the categories of Best Current

Exciting news for artists and tech enthusiasts in the UK – SXSW is coming to London! The inaugural SXSW London event is set to take place across at least 20 venues in the vibrant Shoreditch area of east London. This will mark the first European edition of the celebrated Austin festival, which has also successfully

The BBC’s popular dance show, Strictly Come Dancing, has been under scrutiny after multiple controversies have surfaced, particularly involving dancer Giovanni Pernice. Pernice’s celebrity partner from the previous season left the show citing “medical reasons” and alleging that she suffered from PTSD due to Pernice’s behavior. In a recent interview with The Sun newspaper, she

The 81st Venice International Film Festival is all set to dazzle audiences this year from August 28 to September 7, showcasing the best talents in the film industry. The Orizzonti (Horizons section) jury, which plays a crucial role in recognizing outstanding achievements in international cinema, is composed of esteemed professionals from different parts of the

Thai studio GDH has recently announced their partnership with director Baz Poonpiriya to create a new production house called BASK. This collaboration aims to bring a fresh perspective on Thai and Asian culture to global audiences by working closely with U.S.-based producers. Through BASK, Poonpiriya and GDH will co-develop, co-finance, and co-produce projects with U.S.-based