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Sharjah Film Festival Takeaways: ‘Atlas of the Universe’ Takes Top Prize, Pitching Platform Doubles and Audience Award Debuts
Romanian-Bulgarian film “Atlas of the Universe” won the top feature prize at the 13th Sharjah International Film Festival for Children and Youth, while the event doubled its industry pitching platform to six projects.
Brian Gleeson, Colm Meaney, Alex Murphy and Aidan Gillen to Star in ‘Paddy Power’ Film Charting Rise of Irish Gambling Giant (EXCLUSIVE)
A feature film adaptation of Aaron Rogan’s book about Paddy Power’s rise as a gambling company is in development, starring Brian Gleeson, Colm Meaney, Alex Murphy and Aidan Gillen.
Israeli soldiers raze neighbourhood in Hebron, driving families from homes
Israeli troops demolished a neighborhood in Hebron, displacing approximately 1,500 residents following a militant attack that killed two soldiers, with authorities characterizing the action as collective punishment.
El Salvador president says bodies found in Haiti are not those of hostages
El Salvador’s president disputes claims that four bodies found in Haiti are those of missing military personnel, citing evidence suggesting they belong to individuals from other nations.
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Federal funds can’t be used to give test strips to drug users, raising overdose fears
Federal policy now prohibits using government grants to distribute drug test strips to people who use drugs, raising concerns about overdose prevention efforts in harm reduction programs.
Trump signs new orders targeting birthright citizenship, weeks after Supreme Court ruling
Trump signed two executive orders targeting birthright citizenship, weeks after the Supreme Court ruled his prior attempt to end the practice unconstitutional.
Justice Department says Duke Law School illegally considered race in admissions
The Justice Department accused Duke Law School of unlawfully considering race in admissions, claiming the school used proxy factors like diversity essays to maintain racial preferences despite a 2023 Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action.
Trump orders new 15% tariff on key material for solar panels and microchips
President Trump has ordered a 15% tariff on imported polysilicon, a key material for semiconductor and solar panel production, set to take effect in December to strengthen US supply chains.
Haitians face arrest and deportation after US removes TPS protections
The Trump administration has terminated temporary protected status for hundreds of thousands of Haitians, allowing deportations to resume despite Haiti being on the US “do not travel” advisory list.
Will Mississippi send a Black Democrat to the US Senate? Scott Colom says don’t count him out
Scott Colom, a Black Democratic prosecutor, is challenging Republican Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith in Mississippi, a state where Democrats face significant electoral headwinds but demographic shifts may create unexpected opportunities.
First Thing: Soaring oil profits from US-Iran conflict drive calls for windfall tax
Oil companies have generated substantial profits from the Iran conflict, prompting calls from Democratic lawmakers for a windfall tax on fossil fuel gains to provide relief to American consumers.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Hawaii’s state primary
Hawaii voters will decide races for lieutenant governor, congressional seats, and state legislative positions in Saturday’s primary, with a corruption scandal involving the current lieutenant governor shadowing the race.
Senate passes Russia sanctions bill that was long championed by Lindsey Graham
The Senate passed an 86-11 bipartisan Russia sanctions bill Friday that was championed by the late Senator Lindsey Graham before his death last month.
Another court blocks White House ballroom work, teeing up a Supreme Court review
A federal appeals court ordered the Trump administration to halt White House ballroom construction, ruling Congress must approve the project. The decision is likely headed to the Supreme Court.
Trump administration moves ahead with efforts to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook
The Trump administration is pursuing efforts to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook following a Supreme Court decision allowing her to challenge her termination over mortgage fraud allegations she denies.
Pentagon revokes former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall’s access to classified information
The Pentagon revoked former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall’s classified information access, alleging he disclosed sensitive details about a new Air Force One aircraft to media outlets. Kendall denied the accusations, saying he has been careful not to reveal classified information.