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‘Concerning issues’ found at GB power grid by inquiry into cover-up claims
Independent investigators found significant cultural and governance issues at Great Britain’s grid operator following whistleblower allegations of covering up blackout risks during a June heatwave.
How HSBC’s Sharia fund invested millions in Israeli war-linked firms
HSBC’s UK Sharia-compliant fund with over $8 billion in assets invested more than $130 million in companies linked to Israel’s military supply chain, raising questions about compliance with Islamic financial principles.
Standard Chartered: Trump’s Russian Diesel Won’t Add New Supply
Standard Chartered analysts predict Russian diesel imports announced by Trump will not meaningfully increase global supply due to damaged refining capacity, competing domestic needs, and ongoing infrastructure constraints.
FERC Proposes Blanket Authorization of Certain LNG Projects & Drafts Measures to Weaken Air Quality Reviews of Methane Gas Projects
FERC proposed blanket authorization for certain LNG projects and drafted measures to weaken air quality reviews of methane gas facilities, potentially allowing expedited approval without full environmental review.
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Busan Names Jury Members for Mecenat, Sonje, Netpac, Fipresci Awards
The 31st Busan International Film Festival has announced jury members for four award categories, including the Mecenat, Sonje, Netpac, and Fipresci awards.
‘The Remarried Empress’ Trailer: Shin Min-a, Ju Ji-hoon Face Royal Betrayal in Disney+’s Lavish K-Drama
Disney+ and Hulu’s ‘The Remarried Empress’ adapts a popular Korean webtoon, following an empress who agrees to remarry a rival kingdom’s heir after her husband seeks an annulment.
Peter Jackson’s Weta FX to Talk AI as Netflix’s Creative Asia Spotlights ‘Possible Love’ in Busan
Netflix and Busan International Film Festival bring back Creative Asia for a third year in October, featuring AI in filmmaking panels and workshops with Netflix executives for emerging Asian creators.
‘Pride and Prejudice’ Premiere Date Set at Netflix, Full Cast Photos Unveiled
Netflix will premiere a six-part adaptation of ‘Pride and Prejudice’ on December 3, featuring Emma Corrin as Elizabeth Bennet and an ensemble cast including Olivia Colman and Jack Lowden.
‘Vivant’ Tops Asia Streaming Chart, First Japanese Drama to Lead, Report Finds
Japanese drama “Vivant” became the first Japanese show to top Asia’s streaming rankings last month, drawing 15.6 million viewers regionally according to analytics firm ampd.
Oscars: Spain Selects ‘La Bola Negra’ for International Feature Race
Spain has selected ‘La Bola Negra,’ a Cannes sensation starring Penélope Cruz and Glenn Close, as its submission for the 2027 Academy Award for international feature film.
John Abraham Starts Shooting Ribhu Dasgupta’s Psychological Thriller ‘Guru’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Actor John Abraham has begun filming the psychological thriller ‘Guru,’ directed by Ribhu Dasgupta, which explores themes of memory and distorted reality.
Adam Fan Releases Debut English-Language Album ‘Skyfall’
Chinese entertainer Adam Fan has released his debut English-language album ‘Skyfall,’ marking an expansion into international music markets with production support from Western producers.
Markus Lehmusruusu’s Finnish Oscar Entry ‘The Squirrel’ Earns Aki Kaurismäki’s Stamp of Approval: ‘He Said It’s Like ‘2001: A Space Odyssey,’ but Better Because It’s Full of Humanism’
Markus Lehmusruusu’s futuristic drama “The Squirrel” has been selected as Finland’s Oscar submission. Director Aki Kaurismäki called it a masterpiece comparable to “2001: A Space Odyssey” but infused with greater humanism.
BP to develop offshore gasfield in Venezuela with firms linked to Trump administration
BP is developing an offshore Venezuelan gasfield with firms linked to the Trump administration, marking one of the first major international energy investments in the country since recent political changes.
UK’s small power plants face higher cyber risk into 2030s despite Iran-linked hack
A small UK gas power plant was shut down for four days in an Iran-linked cyber-attack last month, yet officials won’t require improved security standards for hundreds of similar facilities until the end of 2030.
Dense-Fluid Pumped Hydro Works. Scaling It Is The Problem.
RheEnergise demonstrated dense-fluid pumped hydro technology in Devon, achieving 500 kW output with 59% efficiency, but scaling to commercial multi-hour durations faces significant mineral supply constraints and battery competition.