Strand Releasing has acquired all North American rights to “Diamond Diplomacy,” a documentary directed by Yuriko Gamo Romer that explores the cultural and historical ties between the United States and Japan through baseball. The film traces the sport’s evolution from its introduction to Japan in 1872 through its modern global impact…Continue Reading
commentary DNC Chair Ken Martin’s refusal to release the party’s 2024 autopsy benefits one person — the former vice president Published May 5, 2026 9:00AM (EDT) After passing up a bid for California governor, former Vice President Kamala Harris is reportedly considering another presidential run in 2028 (Spencer Platt/Getty Images)Continue Reading
The U.S. military campaign that launched the war with Iran, Operation Epic Fury, ‘is over,’ Secretary of State Marco Rubio says, telling reporters that a new defensive phase has begun to secure the Strait of Hormuz., Read MoreContinue Reading
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says ceasefire with Iran remains in place despite growing tensions in Hormuz Strait., US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says ceasefire with Iran remains in place despite growing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. live This video may contain light patterns or images that could triggerContinue Reading
Temples in Thailand gathered for the annual ‘Look Noo’ rocket festival, an ancient Mon tradition., NewsFeed Temples in Thailand gathered for the annual ‘Look Noo’ rocket festival, an ancient Mon tradition. Once used in funeral rites for senior monks, the ritual has evolved into a competitive event, keeping the centuries-oldContinue Reading
The Gulf is bracing itself for what could be a major escalation in the Iran war. Attacks against the UAE took place on Monday, the first since the ceasefire was announced in April.Continue Reading
On Monday, Moscow announced a ceasefire during its World War II victory celebrations over 9 May, while Kyiv has said it will halt fire over 6 May.Continue Reading
US CENTCOM spokesman Tim Hawkins says the main priorities in Hormuz are securing safe routes & blockading Iran., CENTCOM: ‘Safe path’ through Hormuz is US priority in ‘Project Freedom’ NewsFeed In an Al Jazeera exclusive interview, US Central Command spokesman Tim Hawkins says the main priorities in the Strait ofContinue Reading
Bukayo Saka seals a 1-0 win for Arsenal as they take their Champions League semifinal 2-1 on aggregate against Atletico., Bukayo Saka seals a 1-0 win for Arsenal as they take their Champions League semifinal 2-1 on aggregate against Atletico. Arsenal has reached the Champions League final for the firstContinue Reading
Despite its provocative title, Nicole Bazuin’s documentary “Modern Whore” feels like an introductory seminar on the politics and practice of sex work. Starring Andrea Werhun — author of the photo memoir of the same name and a longtime collaborator of Bazuin — it pivots between stylized vignettes taken from Werhun’sContinue Reading
Howard Lutnick said he stopped talking to Jeffrey Epstein in 2005. But a House inquiry wants to know why investigatory files show otherwise., Read More NBC NewsContinue Reading
How unstable is the global oil market?, Iran has attacked a UAE petroleum site in Fujairah, just days after the United Arab Emirates announced it was leaving OPEC. As the Strait of Hormuz crisis deepens and oil prices keep rising, could this accelerate the shift to renewables, or are weContinue Reading
Mauritania’s plan to shut most private primary schools and move students into free public schools is sparking backlash., NewsFeed Mauritania’s plan to shut most private primary schools and move students into free public schools is sparking backlash from private educators, even as authorities say it will reduce inequality and improveContinue Reading