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Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Honey, candles and California: Meghan Markle’s new show goes live

The Duchess of Sussex, wife to Britain's Prince Harry, harvests honey, makes pasta and mixes bath salts against an idyllic California backdrop.

Israeli-Palestinian film wins Oscar, social media users react

The film's co-directors, Palestinian activist Basel Adra and Israeli journalist Yuval Abraham, spent five years making the film, which shows Israeli soldiers tearing down homes and evicting residents to create a military training ground and the encroachment of Jewish settlers on the Palestinian community.

Arab leaders endorse plan to rebuild Gaza under Palestinian Authority

The statement welcomed "the Palestinian decision to form a Gaza administration committee under the umbrella of the Palestinian government".

Adrien Brody’s Sparks Backlash for Oscars Speech, Throwing Gum at Girlfriend and Kissing Halle Berry

Adrien Brody’s record-breaking Oscars speech, Cillian Murphy’s viral reaction, and Halle Berry’s surprise kiss dominated the 97th Academy Awards.

Students launch National Citizens Party to Challenge Bangladesh’s Political Elite

Bangladesh’s youth leaders from last year’s anti-Hasina protests have launched the National Citizens Party, challenging the country’s political establishment ahead of upcoming elections.

Trump Thanks Pakistan for Helping Apprehend Kabul Bombing Mastermind

The US, with Pakistan’s help, has apprehended Muhammad Sharifullah, the mastermind behind the 2021 Kabul airport bombing.

WFP Closes Southern Africa Office Amid Trump’s Foreign Aid Cuts

The WFP is shutting down its southern Africa office after Trump’s decision to slash USAID foreign aid, raising concerns over food security in drought-stricken regions.

Saudi to study resuming Lebanon imports, lifting travel ban

Saudi Arabia reviews trade, travel bans as ties with Lebanon improve; talks cover Hezbollah, military aid, and Israeli withdrawal.

Muslims break fast inside Windsor Castle in historic first

For many attendees, breaking their fast in one of the world’s most famous royal residences was a deeply moving experience.

Alarming study: Obesity set to skyrocket worldwide

Poor diets high in processed foods, sugar, and unhealthy fats, coupled with sedentary lifestyles, are major drivers of the obesity crisis.

Millie Bobby Brown takes a stand against media’s obsession with her appearance

Millie Bobby Brown is calling out the media for scrutinizing her changing appearance, labeling it as bullying rather than journalism. In a powerful Instagram post, she condemns clickbait headlines and urges for greater support of young women in the public eye.

Adrien Brody breaks longest Oscars speech record as ratings dip

Despite promising to be "brief" on multiple occasions during his marathon monologue, "The Brutalist" star Brody clocked a whopping five minutes and 40 seconds on stage, surpassing an eight-decade-old record.