China’s animated film “Ne Zha 2” has become the world’s highest-grossing movie in a single market, raking up $1.4 billion in ticket sales since its January release. The film, based on Chinese mythology, has sparked national pride and jubilation among audiences, state media, and officials. The phenomenal success of “Ne Zha 2” marks a shift … Read more
US Vice President JD Vance sparked controversy with his speech in Munich, Germany, where he expressed support for far-right parties and criticized the suppression of conservative voices. The speech was a global extension of his core political themes, which have been divisive back home. Vance defended the Alternative for Germany party, despite its classification as … Read more
The US inflation rate has seen its largest spike in over a year, with the January Consumer Price Index (CPI) revealing a 3% increase year-over-year. The core prices for items such as insurance, medical care, and vehicles rose by 3.3%, while eggs saw a significant jump of 15.2% compared to December. The bird flu epidemic … Read more
A recent expert panel has released guidelines recommending children and teens drink plain pasteurized cow’s milk, limited fruit and vegetable juices, and water to maintain a healthy diet. Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2025/02/15/children-teens-milk-water-drinks
A new animated film, Ne Zha 2, has set a record for China’s highest-grossing film ever, earning over $1 billion in just days during the Lunar New Year holiday. Based on a Chinese mythological character, the movie has surpassed previous records held by propaganda films and has become a source of national pride. The success … Read more
Thousands of students gathered in Kragujevac, central Serbia, to demand justice after a deadly railway disaster. Tens of thousands marched into the city, demanding accountability for corruption within the government. The protesters, including teachers and farmers, were met with cheers from locals as they blocked streets and held a 15-minute silence to honor the 15 … Read more
R-Truth returned to singles action on Friday night’s WWE SmackDown, losing to Carmelo Hayes. Meanwhile, Nick Aldis revealed cell phone footage showing Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez were present when Jade Cargill was attacked in the past. Tiffany Stratton successfully defended her Women’s Championship against Nia Jax via disqualification after Candice LeRae interfered. Trish Stratus … Read more
Aussie baristas have made a lasting impact on the London coffee scene since 2005, introducing third-wave approaches and high-quality coffee standards. However, one Australian staple – the long black – has taken time to gain traction. The long black, which originated from Italian migration to Australia, is a stronger, richer alternative to the more diluted … Read more
US President Donald Trump’s plan for a “Gaza Riviera” faces significant opposition from Arab nations, who fear it will lead to ethnic cleansing and displacement of Palestinians. The proposal, which includes renewable energy, airports, and beachfront hotels, is based on a 49-page document by economics professor Joseph Pelzman. Despite some governments in the Middle East … Read more
This week, several highly anticipated films are hitting theaters across the US, including the Oscar-shortlisted Cannes and TIFF premiering feature “Universal Language” by Canadian filmmaker Matthew Rankin, Chinese animated juggernaut “Ne Zha 2”, and Oscar Nominated Shorts. “Universal Language,” which received widespread critical acclaim with a 97% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, tells the story … Read more