Worlds apart? London mayor’s Singapore visit triggers clash over city reputations
Critics challenge Sadiq Khan’s ‘global powerhouse’ claim, pointing out differences in safety, crime and governance in both places
· Jean Iau
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Critics challenge Sadiq Khan’s ‘global powerhouse’ claim, pointing out differences in safety, crime and governance in both places
· Jean Iau
Indian court rejects appeal over ban on Telegram app
An Indian court has rejected an appeal by the Telegram social media app against a temporary ban.
· Al Jazeera
Syrian activist Hassan Akkad arrested in Damascus | The National
Prominent Syrian content creator and activist Hassan Akkad was arrested in Damascus on Wednesday, Syria's state television reported.
· Nada AlTaher
French curator unearths rare Mozart manuscript
PARIS, France — Musicians this weekend will for the first time publicly interpret music for flute and harp that Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart wrote as a 22-year-old while teaching an aristocratic French student.
· Agence France-Presse
'Fail Better' explores reality, illusion, art of misalignment
At first glance, artists Yee Soo-kyung and Yangachi appear to inhabit entirely different artistic worlds: One works with roses, crowns and religious iconography, while the other investigates radio frequencies, magnetic fields and invisible infrastructures.
· Park Yuna
K-Stage Festival to give Hong Kong a dose of South Korean culture beyond BTS, Squid Game
Starting June 25, the festival will mix new and old in stage shows designed to show a different side of South Korea’s eclectic culture
· Lachlan Wong
K-Stage Festival to give Hong Kong a dose of South Korean culture beyond BTS, Squid Game
Starting June 25, the festival will mix new and old in stage shows designed to show a different side of South Korea’s eclectic culture
· Lachlan Wong
‘How am I supposed to know if it’s cute on me?’ The strange death of the changing room
As some shops toy with the idea of removing changing rooms, what does it mean for the future of the high street?
· Chloe Mac Donnell
Trump approval on Iran remains low, new poll finds
U.S. President Donald Trump, center, takes questions during a media conference at the end of the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, France, Wednesday, June 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Vadim Ghirda)
· Linley Sanders
Largest Thai hospital group plans $800m wellness hub in Bangkok
Executives from Bangkok Dusit Medical Services pose for a photo during a media event in Bangkok on June 19. (Photo by Apornrath Phoonphongphiphat)
· APORNRATH PHOONPHONGPHIPHAT
Hong Kong singer Eason Chan snaps up US$23m home as celebrities flock to luxury property
Agent listings show that the property, in Shouson Hill, has four rooms and a garden, with a saleable area of 2,801 sq ft
· Cheryl Arcibal
Hong Kong singer Eason Chan snaps up US$23m home as celebrities flock to luxury property
Agent listings show that the property, in Shouson Hill, has four rooms and a garden, with a saleable area of 2,801 sq ft
· Cheryl Arcibal
There’s no rule book for workplace investigations. So, how do we know they’re fair?
When KPMG faced allegations of confidential client information being shared by some of its employees, it took several attempts for the firm to substantiate the whistleblower’s claims.
· Millie Muroi
The big names in this show will draw people in. But something else will make them stay
The first painting you see is a portrait of a man. He’s wearing a dark jacket and leaning back, his hand resting on his chest. This isn’t a posture of relaxation. He’s looking out of frame and his eyes seem as though they’re not seeing what’s in front of them; it’s the look of a man who is thinking deeply, broadly, …
· Elizabeth Flux
Moscow honors foreigners for helping Russia’s development
Several outstanding foreigners who have chosen Russia as their new home have been honored at the Bridge Awards gala night in Moscow for their contribution to the country’s economy and culture.
· RT
DigiPlus expands digital games portfolio
MANILA, Philippines — DigiPlus Interactive Corp., the country’s premier digital entertainment provider behind BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone, continues to expand its product suite with the launch of its newest culturally resonant game, Pinoy Drop Ball (PDB) Turbo, on the BingoPlus platform.
· The Manila Times
Sunny spells for Dragon Boat Festival, after 2 black rainstorm warnings in 1 day
Hong Kong Observatory says hot weather likely to continue over rest of extended weekend, as hikers warned to be mindful of conditions
· Eric Jiang
Sunny spells for Dragon Boat Festival, after 2 black rainstorm warnings in 1 day
Hong Kong Observatory says hot weather likely to continue over rest of extended weekend, as hikers warned to be mindful of conditions
· Eric Jiang
Ibeyi: Offering review
(Ibeyi)Newly independent and proudly self-sufficient, Naomi and Lisa-Kaindé Diaz mix ancient lore with heavy bass, and harmonies with distortion, to incantatory effect
· Rachel Aroesti
What to read next: Our take on the week’s biggest new releases
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· Cameron Woodhead, Steven Carroll
Hegseth Orders Review Of US Force Posture In Europe, Warns NATO Laggards Of Consequences
Authored by Tom Ozimek via The Epoch Times,
· Tyler Durden
Former presidents join Obamas to open presidential museum in Chicago
Former President Barack Obama, joined by three former presidents, celebrated the opening of his presidential museum in Chicago in an extraordinary event Thursday that brought together politicians, A-list celebrities, athletes and other internationally known figures.
· AfricaNews
Alice and Steve actress Nicola Walker on playing the ‘mad woman’ everyone wants to shut up
English actress Nicola Walker talks about pivoting from police procedurals to comedy and her ‘Tom Cruise stunt moment’ in a tractor
· Tribune News Service
Alice and Steve actress Nicola Walker on playing the ‘mad woman’ everyone wants to shut up
English actress Nicola Walker talks about pivoting from police procedurals to comedy and her ‘Tom Cruise stunt moment’ in a tractor
· Tribune News Service
You can handle the truth! Why cinema suddenly loves conspiracy theories
From Disclosure Day to Backrooms, a new wave of films promote stories of paranoia, alienation and mistrust. What are they trying to tell us?
· Xanbrooks
Fun meets tradition during China’s Dragon Boat festival
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Gov't to seek dismissal of heads of 2 public firms following review
South Korea will seek to replace the heads of two public institutions following a regular performance review while issuing warnings to those whose organizations experienced fatal workplace accidents, the finance ministry said Friday.
· Yonhap
(LEAD) Gov't to seek dismissal of heads of 2 public firms following review
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· Kang Yoon-seung
Elgar and Dvořák: Cello Concertos album review – Gerhardt’s readings are forthright, refreshing and thoughtful
Gerhardt/WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln/Manze(Hyperion)Alban Gerhardt eschews the romantic, heart-on-sleeve interpretations of these famous concertos, and finds nobility and poetry even in the most turbulent music
· Clive Paget
The Bear to Jackass: the seven best shows to stream this week
Christopher Storer’s smash-hit restaurant drama returns for its final serving. Plus, Johnny Knoxville and the gang’s imbecilic stunts get lovingly restored as if they’re Beatles demos
· Phil Harrison
In the Hand of Dante review – Gerard Butler is jaw-dropping in bizarre Renaissance mafia reverie
Julian Schnabel’s combustible mix of lowlife cynicism and high art – along with cameos from Martin Scorsese and Al Pacino – powers this outrageous black comedy revolving around Dante’s Divine Comedy
· Peterbradshaw
Disability by David Turner review – a revelatory new history
This study of the struggle for rights includes incredible personal stories that we should all be more familiar with
· Lucy Webster
Lululemon apologises for China event with actor beating Japanese drum on Great Wall
Percussion instrument blunder at historic site ‘hurts the feelings of the Chinese people’ says music professional
· Alice Yan
Lululemon apologises for China event with actor beating Japanese drum on Great Wall
Percussion instrument blunder at historic site ‘hurts the feelings of the Chinese people’ says music professional
· Alice Yan
Gov't to seek dismissal of heads of 2 public firms following review
SEOUL, June 19 (Yonhap) -- South Korea will seek to replace the heads of two public institutions following an annual performance review, the finance ministry said Friday.
· Kang Yoon-seung
The hypocrisy of Hanson’s vow to be accountable – just not to media she hates
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Live music inquiry told music lessons 'not accessible' in rural towns
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· Catherine James
TV host quits after she falsely reported Lionel Messi’s dad died during World Cup
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· Nicholas McEntyre
US-Iran talks delayed, Israel seizes land and UAE tightens social media rules | The National
In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, negotiations to turn this week’s US-Iran agreement into a lasting peace deal are delayed after Swiss officials announce talks at the Burgenstock resort will not take place as scheduled. The initial agreement remains in force as negotiators work towards resolving the remain…
· The National
Israel launches deadly strikes, shelling across southern Lebanon
Israeli shelling was reported across southern Lebanon early on Friday, including in Tyre and Nabatieh, state-media reported.
· Middleeasteye
Riize earns 4th million-seller with 2nd EP ‘II’
Riize has added another million-selling album to its growing catalog, as the group’s second EP, “II,” surpassed 1 million copies sold within four days of its release.
· Lee Jung-joo
Grammy-nominated music producer Tay Keith, who worked with Drake and Travis Scott, dies aged 29
Hip-hop producer behind Travis Scott’s Sicko Mode and Drake’s Nonstop has been found dead at home during a police welfare check
· Emma Joyce
Dragon Boat Festival drums up a buzz as unsettled weather fails to dampen spirits
Thousands flock to beaches and waterfronts across Hong Kong to celebrate Tuen Ng festivities as races go ahead a day after black rain warnings
· Vivian Au
Dragon Boat Festival drums up a buzz as unsettled weather fails to dampen spirits
Thousands flock to beaches and waterfronts across Hong Kong to celebrate Tuen Ng festivities as races go ahead a day after black rain warnings
· Vivian Au
Can a hotel bring you good fortune? Some Koreans think this one can.
People preparing for a crucial job interview, launching a business or planning a wedding have been visiting one hotel in particular. Grand Hyatt Seoul has drawn attention on social media as a spot said to bring good fortune, with some posts drawing hundreds of thousands of views.
· Hong Yoo
Democratic socialists are winning major mayor's races
D.C. Council member Janeese Lewis George speaks to the crowd after winning D.C. Mayor primary election during an election night party at the Howard Theatre Tuesday, June 16, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)
· Matt Brown
'Minions & Monsters': How Chris Meledandri built an $11B movie empire
NEW YORK (AP) — When Illumination founder and chief executive Chris Meledandri earlier this month received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, he wondered how many visitors it will have.
· Jake Coyle
Toe-to-toe boxers, a moving maze and comedy flamenco: Edinburgh festival 2026’s hottest dance and circus
This year brings world-renowned choreographers, ballet cabaret and fluffy clowns for toddlers
· Lyndseywinship
Sugar review – Colin Farrell’s detective show is a luxurious labyrinth of noir
Each episode of this PI drama’s second season is a half-hour haze suffused with melancholy and distressed urban beauty. It’s the kind of show that could only exist on Apple TV
· Jack Seale